In order to study at Bristol UWE this September (2020), I had planned to move out of the family home to live in Bristol. Before this, I had never lived away from home before and knew it would be an interesting experience, but also a relatable one as it’s something everyone goes through at some…
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As a collective, we must protect and care for our environment, especially as climate change becomes increasingly problematic. The responsibility is ours, and with so much available information, there are no excuses. I’ve put together a small list of documentaries that provide an insight into some of the issues we face. In terms of subject…
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Through many conversations with family and friends, I feel compelled to discuss the topic of “cancel culture” here on my blog. Its growth in popularity has lead to a number of effects which could be seen as harmful and toxic. Created by use of social media, it has had significant impact and I aim to…
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I will be starting my Media Production course at Bristol UWE in September (2020) after taking what’s commonly referred to as a gap year. This decision wasn’t something I had quite intended and so feel it beneficial to share my personal experience. I would also like to discuss how gap years don’t have to be,…
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It is no hidden secret of mine that I adore documentaries. On the whole, I find them entertaining, informative and thought-provoking. Essentially, they tick all the boxes. But only in the last year did I realise that I was beginning to prefer them to watching a feature film. I felt it necessary to explore this…
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In September 2017, I started my first week in 6th form. I was set to study History, English, Media Studies and Film Studies. However, on my first day back at school, I was informed that Film Studies was no longer an available option and that I was to choose something else. After trialling various subjects…
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From the 23rd of March 2020, the U.K went into lockdown to prevent further spread of the coronavirus. It was during this time that my friend and I decided to make a documentary mini-series about how people were dealing with the changes. In our third and final episode, we asked people what lessons they had…
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The events of history should never be forgotten. They promote the growth of society and are a reminder of the progress we have made. There is so much we can learn from the past and I have put together a small list of documentaries where such information can be found. In terms of subject matter,…
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The last time I had an Instagram or Twitter account must be approaching two years ago now. My reasons at the time differ from the reasons I remain distant from these platforms and I think it would be interesting to explore this. As of 2020, 3.8 billion people use social media*. Behind their popularity is…
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The concept of a vision board was something I discovered not too long ago. Totally new to the idea, I did some research and felt compelled to make one. The process itself was beneficial and it has helped me create clear goals for the future. This being my very first post on this site, I…
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