FAR from being just another epic fantasy series of warring kingdoms and political intrigue, the Captive Prince books has captured the hearts of fans worldwide for its intense representation of queer relationships. Natalie Ng caught up with series’ author C.S. Pacat to discuss her process in crafting LGBTQ fiction and the need for diverse representation of LGBTQ characters and stories.
FANS of the Korean wave should not miss the chance to see their favorite stars light up the big screen at this year’s Korean Film Festival in Australia. Film buff Natalie Ng offers her recommended picks from the festival.
CAFES in Singapore are sprouting like mushrooms and the rise of this cafe culture has its roots planted in Melbourne. Natalie Ng muses on the Melbourne influence over Singapore’s cafes.
K-POP juggernauts BIGBANG will be bringing their highly-acclaimed and explosive MADE 2015 WORLD TOUR to Melbourne and Sydney for one night only in each city. Natalie Ng has the details on how you can purchase tickets to their Aussie shows.
THE annual Melbourne International Film Festival is back with its new theme “Watch How You Feel” which zones in on the key ingredient that makes films great: the emotional connection. Film buff Natalie Ng recommends her picks from the festival.
GROWING up can be hard but accepting change and letting go of your youth can be just as difficult. Natalie Ng opens up about the uncertainty that comes with becoming an adult, especially for girls, and how that has been played into the new film, The Falling, starring Game of Thrones’ Maisie Williams.
THE Queen’s Birthday long weekend is upon us! Enjoy the long weekend with some good food and shopping, immersing yourself in another culture or making a few handicrafts handicrafts is your way of switching off your brain for a day, there is just the thing for you this weekend.
AFTER looking at the on-screen style of everyone’s favourite university-going heroines – and how to get their looks for less – we turn our eye towards the male students of cinema to draw inspiration on how men can diversify their wardrobes. Natalie Ng brings you the menswear edition.
GET the look for less and be inspired by the wardrobe of our favourite on-screen heroines who have all struggled with university in one way or another. Natalie Ng has more.
The Human Rights Arts & Film Festival returns to Melbourne for its 8th year with an exciting and expanded lineup. Meld Magazine talks to program director Malcolm Blaylock and he shares his personal highlights of the festival.
IT’S going to be a big year for lovers of Spanish cinema, with a record 38 box office hits and arthouse gems lined for this year’s Spanish Film Festival. Natalie Ng catches up with festival director Genevieve Kelly and tells you how you can win yourself one of five double passes to the festival.