I was raised on stories of raves, and feel at home in front of a rig. So I can get a bit sceptical when I see academic books about a subculture that feels hard to pin down into words the feeling of being a part of the community. Partly because Continue Reading
Review
Florence Ashley, “Gender/Fucking: The Pleasures and Politics of Living in a Gendered Body” (CLASH Books, 2024)
The reader should note from the outset that the book (in case the title wasn’t enough of a clue) is very NSFW. While this review won’t focus on this aspect, jumping straight into the book may land a reader in a situation they weren’t prepared for, so fair warning. It Continue Reading
Women of… (Kinoteka 2024) A Review
“Women Of… (Kinoteka 2024)” delves deep into the struggles of trans individuals, particularly focusing on the journey of Andrzej, now Aniela, as they navigate identity, acceptance, and discrimination. The film poignantly portrays the challenges faced by trans people, shedding light on the harsh realities they endure.