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Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Flamboyance, creativity, club culture and no smart phones: why the 1980s are all the rage again

The 1980s, often blamed for societal issues, also sparked a positive culture of creativity and style celebrated in current exhibitions.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Typewriters, stinky carpets and crazy press trips: what it was like working on video game mags in the 1980s

1985 marked a pivotal summer for gaming fandom, highlighted by fan interactions with influential magazine figures.
#leigh-bowery
London politics
fromianVisits
2 months ago

Glitz, grit, and genius: Tate Modern unmasks the many faces of Leigh Bowery

Leigh Bowery's legacy is deeply intertwined with 1980s club culture, showcasing his unique contributions that extended beyond mere fashion.
fromianVisits
3 months ago
London

Taboo and the designers who shaped London's fashion revolution

The exhibition highlights Leigh Bowery's pivotal role in nurturing London's fashion scene during the 1980s, despite the challenges faced by designers.
London politics
fromianVisits
2 months ago

Glitz, grit, and genius: Tate Modern unmasks the many faces of Leigh Bowery

Leigh Bowery's legacy is deeply intertwined with 1980s club culture, showcasing his unique contributions that extended beyond mere fashion.
fromianVisits
3 months ago
London

Taboo and the designers who shaped London's fashion revolution

The exhibition highlights Leigh Bowery's pivotal role in nurturing London's fashion scene during the 1980s, despite the challenges faced by designers.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

He was unforgettable': the mesmerising star of cult documentary Andy the Furniture Maker

Paul Oremland's documentary captures the unique life and artistry of Andy Marshall, challenging stereotypes of gay life in the early 1980s.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Digital life

Miho Nakayama, Japanese Music and Movie Star, Dies at 54

Miho Nakayama, a J-pop star turned actress, died at 54, leaving a legacy of influential roles in music and film during the 1980s.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Who are the shellsuit boys in image that captures the 1980s? New Tate Britain show solves mystery

Ingrid Pollard's 1989 school photo led to a reunion of three friends after decades, emphasizing the lasting impact of shared experiences.
fromInverse
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

42 Years Ago, a Massively Influential Sci-Fi Thriller Invented a New Genre - And We Never Moved On

Blade Runner's future vision remains culturally relevant, yet it highlights the challenges of evolving from its 1980s context.
The film's imagery and themes symbolize enduring societal anxieties about technology and culture.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

'It's a rare opera where the heroine lives and the hero gets his comeuppance'

Eugene Onegin highlights themes of regret and the Superfluous Male, set against the backdrop of the 80s and early 90s partying culture.
#rivals
fromThe Atlantic
5 months ago
Writing

The Silliest, Sexiest Show of the Year

Rivals is a comically excessive yet deeply serious exploration of pleasure in a fictionalized 1980s setting.
Jilly Cooper's stories blend humor with keen social observation, set against a backdrop of British aristocracy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Writing

Horniness, hedonism and hope: why Rivals makes me surprisingly nostalgic

The Disney+ adaptation of Rivals captures 80s social issues like homophobia and sexism while exploring the complexities of sexual dynamics in a nostalgic way.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Writing

Lock up your TV remote! Why Jilly Cooper's Rivals was guaranteed to be joyous television

Jilly Cooper's Rivals combines humor with emotional insight, portraying the complexities of relationships through the lens of 1980s British high society.
fromThe Atlantic
5 months ago
Writing

The Silliest, Sexiest Show of the Year

Rivals is a comically excessive yet deeply serious exploration of pleasure in a fictionalized 1980s setting.
Jilly Cooper's stories blend humor with keen social observation, set against a backdrop of British aristocracy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Writing

Horniness, hedonism and hope: why Rivals makes me surprisingly nostalgic

The Disney+ adaptation of Rivals captures 80s social issues like homophobia and sexism while exploring the complexities of sexual dynamics in a nostalgic way.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Writing

Lock up your TV remote! Why Jilly Cooper's Rivals was guaranteed to be joyous television

Jilly Cooper's Rivals combines humor with emotional insight, portraying the complexities of relationships through the lens of 1980s British high society.
more#rivals
fromPolygon
6 months ago
Video games

Miss what Stranger Things used to be? Watch Hysteria! on Peacock

Hysteria! reflects the 1980s obsession with satanic panic, exploring how individual desires intersect with societal fears.
fromSecret London
7 months ago
Design

An Exhibition On A London Nightclub That Was Frequented By David Bowie Is Coming To The Design Museum

The Design Museum is hosting an exhibition on the Blitz Club, celebrating its history and cultural impact in the 80s.
Media industry
fromVulture
7 months ago

Why Was the Miami Vice Pilot So Good?

Miami Vice pioneered cinematic television with its stylish storytelling and complex themes, setting the standard for future series.
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