The women who have shaped London
Did you know that it was only last year, in 2017, that a woman was appointed as Metropolitan Police Commissioner? Cressida Dick is the first woman to take charge of the service and took office on 10 A ...
Tag Archives: London
Don’t miss the boat – sleep on it instead
I am taking an early morning stroll along a picturesque Mediterranean harbour, just as the sun is rising. There are rows of gleaming yachts and colourful quayside restaurants are leisurely setting up ...
We all have an interest in the Battle for Soho
Joyce Glasser reviews Battle for Soho (October 29, 2017) Cert 15, 101 min. Despite the title, this film (see below for screenings) about the gentrification of Soho has wide ranging significance. All o ...
The London Film Festival (4-15 October 2017)
Joyce Glasser highlights some films from the upcoming London Film Festival 2017 This year’s London Film Festival (LFF) boasts 242 feature films (as well as short films, golden oldies and screen talks) ...