Author: Abi Cutler


  • Review: The Handmaid’s Tale, Season 3, Episodes 1-4

    Praise be, The Handmaid’s Tale is back on our screens! Abi Cutler reviews the latest chapter in the intense dystopian drama.

  • Review: Matilda the Musical at the Mayflower Theatre

    Literature Exec Abi reviews the spectacular musical based on the Roald Dahl novel, now playing at Southampton’s Mayflower Theatre.

  • Review: Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile

    Literature Exec Abi takes a look at the new Ted Bundy film, in which Zac Efron delivers an outstanding performance.

  • Treading the Boards: Big Names in the Theatre

    Should we celebrate big-name actors in the theatre? Literature Executive Abi discusses.

  • Studio in Focus: Pixar

    Abi Cutler profiles the much-loved animation studio.

  • Books in the Age of Social Media: Evolution or Revolution?

    Literature Executive Abi defends the joys of the printed word in the age of the e-book revolution.

  • Does Social Media Spoil the Film-Watching Experience?

    Having exploded in growth and influence over the past decade, social media now infiltrates into our lives at nearly every level, including the way in which we discuss films. This can be a good thing, especially for marketers looking to promote their latest film; advertisements on Facebook and Instagram are particularly effective, reaching a far […]

  • Review: The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina (Season 2)

    Praise Satan, the second part of Netflix’s darkly enchanting show has Literature Executive Abi under its spell.

  • Review: Dumbo

    Literature Executive Abi reviews the Disney remake which, unlike its title character, fails to fly.

  • The Conundrum of Theatre and Diversity

    Literature Exec Abi discusses the champions – and disappointments – of diversity within the theatre industry.

  • Review: The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part

    Literature Executive Abi reviews the fourth appearance in the Lego film franchise: but does it live up to its predecessors?

  • Comedian Jeremy Hardy dies aged 57

    The Southampton Alumnus has died of cancer aged 57.

  • Review: Stan and Ollie

    Literature Executive Abi reviews this Laurel and Hardy biopic, full of comedy and heart.

  • Review: A Series of Unfortunate Events (Season 3)

    They saved the worst ’til last. Literature Executive Abi reviews the final instalment of Netflix’s Lemony Snicket adaptation.