Culture

Our curated articles offering new takes on the big themes and questions in our culture. Plus reviews of books, film, media and experiences. Culture is one of four key themes covered by Seen & Unseen.

Review
  1. Culture
  2. Film & TV
A woman, wearing 70s clothing, stands, looking apprehensive.
The Brazilian Oscar winner is an act of remembrance.
6min read
Review
  1. Culture
  2. Film & TV
  A father walks with his son away from the camera, his hand on his son's shoulder.
Each one-take episode is an exercise in empathy.
4min read
Snippet
  1. Culture
  2. Film & TV
A worried looking adolescent boy slumped in a chair looks up.
An acclaimed Netflix series convicts the viewer.
2min read
Article
  1. Culture
  2. Feminism
In a still from Wicked, the witch stands and looks to the sunset.
We’re so post-Christian, we’re actually becoming pre-Christian.
6min read
Column
  1. Culture
  2. Justice
A classical court house with a statue on top of a dome.
Recent tragic cases highlight the changing audience for impact statements.
4min read
Article
  1. Culture
Julie Canlis, Graham Tomlin and NT Wright as part of our Lent recommended reading
Explore our Editor’s top picks ahead of Holy Week
1min read
Review
  1. Culture
  2. Eating
A woman stands at a kitchen island with a chopping board on it.
How With Love, Meghan taps into ancient rituals
3min read
Article
  1. Culture
  2. Film & TV
A news cameraman holding a camera, stands back to back to a police officer.
Here's how to rethink reporting.
6min read
Review
  1. Art
  2. Community
A projected image of a person dressed as a mermaid being pushed on a trolley falls on the wall and windows of an old barracks.
Reinventing historic touchpoints between faith and community.
5min read
Article
  1. Awe and wonder
  2. Culture
A vicar stands arms in front of himself, behind him is a cathedral
A TV tour of the ancient landmarks showcases their relevance to today.
5min read
Explainer
  1. Biology
  2. Culture
An artistic visualisation of a DNA strand growing flowers from it.
Are we morally obliged to genetically edit?
9min read
Review
  1. Culture
  2. Film & TV
A man dressed in 1930s clothing, sits with others at a table looking pensive.
Comparing today to the past is risky, a new biopic helps us do it well.
6min read