By Maria Bregman, writer and literary critic When the novel Emmanuelle first appeared in France in 1959, it sent ripples through cultural and literary circles,…
By Maria Bregman, art critic When one thinks of quintessential American art, American Gothic by Grant Wood often springs to mind. This iconic painting, featuring…
By Maria Bregman, Writer and Film Critic As I reflect on the SIFFA 2024 International Independent Film Festival, which closed on 25 November, I’m filled…
By Maria Bregman, writer and music reviewer On a crisp November evening, the majestic Norwich Cathedral played host to Gabrieli Roar’s A Grand Georgian Christmas…
By Maria Bregman, Writer and Theatre Critic In anticipation of the upcoming performance of Very Simple Story, I had the pleasure of interviewing director Dmitry…
By Maria Bregman Greenock, Glasgow will become a vibrant hub of Eurasian culture from 28-30 November 2024 when it hosts the 8th Eurasian Creative Week.…
By Maria Bregman, writer and art critic. Vasily Kandinsky, a pioneer of abstract art, transformed the way we perceive painting, blending colour and emotion in…
By Maria Bregman, writer and film critic On 19 November 2024, the Independent International Film Festival (SIFFA) captivated audiences at the Ealing Picturehouse in London.…
By Maria Bregman, writer and film critic I had the privilege of seeing Adam Elliott’s latest masterpiece, Memoir of a Snail, at the London Film…
By Maria Bregman, writer and film critic As a film lover who was fortunate enough to see The Piano Lesson at the BFI London Film…