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Why Hamnet should win the best picture Oscar

By forefronting Jessie Buckley’s Agnes at the expense of her megastar husband, this female-directed feminist fest gives voice to the anguished howls of disenfranchised women everywhere

The Guardian - UK

Jessie Buckley: Hamnet role changed who I am

The actress was speaking on the red carpet at the Actor Awards.

Evening Standard

Hamnet director Chloe Zhao says the hit film has ‘some energy’ from Ireland

The film, which took home two gongs at this years’ Bafta film awards, showcases Irish talent.

The Independent UK

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One Battle After Another defeats Hamnet and Sinners at Baftas, as I Swear’s Robert Aramayo takes best actor

Paul Thomas Anderson drama scores six awards, as Jessie Buckley becomes first Irish woman to win leading actress prize

The Guardian - UK

‘It works on its own terms’: Literary experts give verdict on Wuthering Heights

Emerald Fennell’s new ‘Wuthering Heights’ sparked a familiar fight about book adaptations, but some Brontë experts say it still works

The Independent UK

A movie that takes liberties with 'Wuthering Heights'? Scholars are OK with that

Emerald Fennell’s new “Wuthering Heights” sparked a familiar fight about book adaptations, but some Brontë experts say it still works

The Independent UK

These Oscar nominees are the perfect pick for testing your home cinema

Get ready for the movie event of the year

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More heartache than Hamnet?: Maggie O’Farrell’s best books – ranked!

As her Women’s prize-winning novel heads to the Oscars, we rate the author’s best work – from tales of new motherhood to a life-affirming memoir of mortality

The Guardian - UK

Shakespeare expert Ian McKellen brands Hamnet ‘improbable’ fiction: ‘I don’t quite get it’

‘I’m not very interested in trying to work out where Shakespeare’s imagination came from, but it certainly didn’t just come from family life,’ the British thespian said

The Independent UK

Publishing tips, poetry and witty takes on classics: 6 of the best Australian literary podcasts

The events where Australian readers have long gathered to hear writers speak about their work are often annual (like festivals) and mostly in the big cities. As podcasts have become a way Australians consume culture, literary conversation has migrated to a more accessible space: the commute, the dog walk, the…

The Conversation

What went on in London this week: Burns Night bashes and Alastair Campbell's secret talent

Plus celebs reading letters and a royal seal of approval for Hamnet

Evening Standard

Queen Camilla’s “Unforgettable Evening” with Taylor Swift’s Ex, Joe Alwyn

“It must have been fascinating,” the Queen asked Joe Alwyn before the event.

Marie Claire

The 13 Books I Cannot Wait To Read This Year, From Buzzy Debuts to New Stories From Firm Favourites

Bookmark this for your 2026 reading list

Marie Claire

Hamnet cast meet Queen Camilla after making Bafta nomination history

The cast of Hamnet met Queen Camilla ahead of a special screening, just hours after the film received a record-breaking number of Bafta nominations.

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Evening Standard

Hamnet costume designer living ‘dream’ life as she meets Camilla

The Queen met the cast of the Oscar-nominated film on Tuesday evening ahead of a special screening.

Marie Claire

The 12 Best Novels of 2026 That You Absolutely Need to Read

With new books by Maggie O'Farrell, Tayari Jones, and more coming soon, hitting your reading goal has never been easier.

The Conversation

Academy Awards 2026: How ‘Hamnet’ will help me lead Shakespeare classes about ‘Hamlet’s’ Ophelia

When I teach Shakespeare’s play, Hamlet, many students love the character Ophelia, and so do I. But the play seems to silence her just when readers need to know more about how she sees the world and her place in it — especially the young women in my classes.

Evening Standard

Congratulations pour in for Ireland’s Oscar nominees

President Catherine Connolly led the well wishes to the Irish filmmakers named in this year’s Academy Awards shortlist.

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Evening Standard

OPINION - Zero stars for poor Hamnet — it's a beautiful film but the storyline is utter tosh

The star-studded film was more than a little annoying, says author A.N.Wilson

The Independent UK

Is Herefordshire experiencing a Hamnet boom? The quiet corner of England that’s been cast into the spotlight

How the award-winning motion picture could help Herefordshire rival the Cotswolds when it comes to rural escapes

The Independent UK

Where is Hamnet filmed? The real-life locations behind the Shakespeare story

Explore the real-life UK locations (including some that may surprise you) from Hamnet

The Conversation

It takes many ghosts to make a story: how Maggie O'Farrell’s Hamnet takes from – and mistakes – Shakespeare

In her eighth novel Hamnet, Maggie O’Farrell imagines the short life and tragic death of Shakespeare’s only son, aged 11, in 1596. Although it is not known how Hamnet died, O’Farrell attributes his death to the plague. She creates a visceral and affecting portrait of his swift decline and the…

Tom’s Guide

Golden Globes 2026 winners: full list and where to watch them

Here's a full rundown of all the Golden Globes 2026 winners from across the TV and film landscape, plus where you can currently watch all the big winners.

Evening Standard

Hamnet writer hails creative ‘family’ after Golden Globes success

Maggie O’Farrell wrote the novel of the same name.

Euronews

Golden Globes 2026: 'One Battle After Another' and British series 'Adolescence' win big

'One Battle After Another' was the big winner of this year's Golden Globes, taking home four trophies, including Best Film (Comedy or Musical) and Best Director. British drama Adolescence also won four prizes in the TV categories. Here’s everything you need to know.

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