Sex on screen: Finding the sweet spot between US candy gloss and Euro graphic
Viewers know it’s fake, but what does it take to actually make it seem real? SYBILLA GROSS investigates at the MIFF 2018 Talk.
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MOJO PRESENTS: A Cup of Heart
Melbourne coffee culture’s changes the lives of two baristas, who find passion in a double-shot.
Chefs, spas and weekends away: The way Aussies spoil their pets
Australians are spending more than ever on their pampered pets. EMILIE BAXTER looks at a trend for pampering
Through a camera lens: The world of the social influencer
With close to 50,000 followers, Singaporean social influencer Chelsea Ang is used to the world watching what she does. ANDREA ONG shared a photo session.
The people protest: The democratic vibe of Melbourne’s streets
Have you ever felt the thrill of being part of a street protest? Melbourne’s history of street action comes to life in a new exhibition. SALONEE MISTRY talks to the man responsible.
Portraits from a photojournalism class
Monash photojournalism students were let loose in the studio last week for a revealing series of portraits of other students. Here are some the photographs they took.
Wander through Wonderland at ACMI
From live to live action, puppets to people, claymation to anime, the world of Alice in Wonderland has had a wealth of portrayals – and now it is all showcased in an equally imaginative exhibition. LUCINDA McDONALD enjoyed the adventure.
Jordan Peterson: The battle for the hearts and minds of young men
A book that many young men have said changed their lives actually stokes “fear and hatred”, an academic says. PHOEBE LAY and SAM O’CONNELL look at a modern phenomenon.
420 rally maintains the fight for legal marijuana
More than a thousand people gathered at Flagstaff Gardens on Friday to rally against the prohibition of marijuana.
Local designer has sights set on international success
Early success has given high hopes for the future to Melbourne fashion designer Meg Parry, writes COURTNEY BEAUMONT