We imagine war is tough. We know it puts great strain on soldiers. But is war a drug? Even ‘the supreme drug of human…

The Shawshank Redemption has earned a reputation for being one of the most popular films of all time. Despite an unimpressive performance…

What does J.B. Priestley's play An Inspector Calls have to say to us about sin, responsibility and being human?

Twenty questions to help us think more carefully about films - or to use in film discussion evenings.

The King's Speech is book-ended by two speeches. The first is a disaster, a deeply humiliating experience for Prince Albert, Duke of York…

It seems like we can't do without God; or anyway something like him. 'In each of us there is an empty hole in the shape of God', said…

Jodi Picoult is not an author to shy away from controversial topics. Her novels cover issues such as rape, suicide pacts and genetically…

A list of some films that will generate some great discussions for a film evening - or just to enjoy with some friends.

'Whispers of Redemption' in Maleficent, Disney's makeover of Sleeping Beauty.