›Dune‹: From Book to Screen Epic
vonThe cinematic journey of ›Dune‹, from Frank Herbert’s 1965 novel to Denis Villeneuve’s adaptations, highlights its enduring cultural impact and timeless storytelling.
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Thaumatropes – A stylized conversation
vonAn interview with Sofija Popovska and Jonah Howell about their experimental poetry chapbook, exploring themes of communication, love, and alienation.
»Most writers are really just craftsmen with imaginations.«
vonJeff Jay Stone, English lector at the University of Göttingen, shares his personal and professional writing journey, challenges, routines, and inspiration sources.
Soul Unbound: Identity Quest
vonMegan Giddings’ The Women Could Fly is a dystopian novel that highlights the complex interplay between personal experiences and the world we live in.
A Campfire, a Story, a Podcast
vonThe actual play fiction podcast Worlds Beyond Number gathers four professional storytellers who employ unique characters to sculpt an intriguing fantasy narrative.
Hamlet’s Tragedy: A Fresh Spin?
vonThe American Drama Group’s Hamlet is a compelling blend of tradition and innovation that offers an engaging and memorable Shakespearean experience.
Sharing an (Un)Divided World
vonFarhan Samanani discusses how human beings can coexist with one another and with each other’s differences.
The Tragicomic Absurdity of Class
vonAs a satirical black comedy, Triangle of Sadness depicts how fast positions in an exploitative hierarchical system can be reassigned.
Nolan’s Atomic Portrait
vonNolan’s Oppenheimer delves into the atomic bomb creator’s psyche, masterfully blending his inner conflict with historical events for a distinctive cinematic experience.
Exploring the Meaning of Life
vonWhat is life? Nobel Prize winner Paul Nurse gives answers in the science series at the Literaturherbst.