SAW X

Posted on 2023-08-28

John Kramer (Tobin Bell) is back. The most disturbing installment of the SAW franchise yet explores the untold chapter of Jigsaw’s most personal game. Set between the events of SAW I and II, a sick and desperate John travels to Mexico for a risky and experimental medical procedure in hopes of a miracle cure for his cancer – only to discover the entire operation is a scam to defraud the most vulnerable. Armed with a newfound purpose, the infamous serial killer returns to his work, turning the tables on the con artists in his signature visceral way through devious, deranged, and ingenious traps.

In theatres September 29th, 2023

www.saw.movie

  

THE OLD OAK

Posted on 2023-08-28

THE OLD OAK is a special place. Not only is it the last pub standing, but it’s also the only remaining public space where people can meet in a once thriving mining community that has now fallen on hard times after 30 years of decline. TJ Ballantyne (Dave Turner) the landlord hangs on to The Old Oak by his fingertips, and his predicament is endangered even more when the pub becomes contested territory after the arrival of Syrian refugees who are placed in the village without any notice.

In theatres September 29th, 2023

www.theoldoakfilm.co.uk

  

CUMGIRL8

Posted on 2023-08-26

New York post punk band cumgirl8 present the EP Phantasea Pharm – their debut release under 4AD.

Recorded, mixed and mastered entirely from analog tape, Phantasea Pharm was born out of an obsession with Ella Fitzgerald’s ‘Old McDonald’ ahead of a show in Charlottesville, Virginia. The band decided to pay homage. Vilim dressed up in a cow leotard with pig accessories, Lombardo in a g-string and apron that read ‘The Grillfather,’ Rodrigues became a lawn mower, and Fox took on the role of a sexy rooster. “We went on stage that night and told everyone we were a ‘Fantasy Farm.’”

The result is six tracks of boundaryless music that stretch across the likes of Cocteau Twins, ESG, Suicide, The Slits, B-52s, Madonna. Among those tracks are previously released singles ‘Gothgirl1’, ‘Cicciolina,’ a tribute to the Hungarian-Italian pornstar turned politician of the same name and accompanied by Emmie America-directed visuals, and ‘cursed angel.’ Cumgirl8 are now in the UK and Europe for the rest of the summer for a handful of festivals and in-store appearances at Rough Trade East and Resident. The band will return to the continent in November, see below for full tour dates.

Photography and Words – Lo Harley

www.cumgirl8.com

  

ANTOINETTE ZWIRCHMAYR – IN THE STRANGLEHOLD OF IVY

Posted on 2023-08-21

Galerie Eva Presenhuber is pleased to present a 10-channel film installation In the stranglehold of ivy by Antoinette Zwirchmayr, curated by Tobias Pils, in the basement of the gallery as part of Curated by 2023.

Opposite – Installation view

Exhibition runs through to October 25th, 2023

Galerie Eva Presenhuber
Lichtenfelsgasse 5
A-1010 Vienna
Austria

www.presenhuber.com

  

BÁRBARA SÁNCHEZ-KANE – NEW LEXICONS FOR EMBODIMENT

Posted on 2023-08-21

Mexican artist and designer Barbara Sanchez-Kane’s first solo exhibition at the New York space. Navigating the individual yet intertwined worlds of fashion and art, Sánchez-Kane considers the clothed body as the interface with which we experience the world and interact with reality, and examines how garments contribute to the interpretation of identity and personal expression.

Opposite – Look 3, 2023

Exhibition runs through to October 21st, 2023

Kurimanzutto
520 W 20th St
NY 10011 New York
USA

www.kurimanzutto.com

  

TEBANI SLADE – BANGLA ROAD, LIFE AFTER DARK

Posted on 2023-08-21

Bangla Road on the island of Phuket in Thailand is a place of two worlds. During the day it is like any other street but after sunset, this 400-meter stretch of road transforms into a lively almost forbidden world. During the day, the girls remain hidden, but at night they come out to work.

Initially, you might feel uneasy or offended, but as you spend more time there, you start to realise that this is a normal way of life for them. Performing and showcasing themselves to attract tourists to buy drinks or pay for them to perform. They are self-assured and confident, and take pride in their identity and work. Many people would shun this type of place, but it gave me a feeling of resilience and strength. It’s almost like their confidence had a contagious effect on me.

Opposite – Bangla Road, Life After Dark 1

Exhibition runs through to September 30th, 2023

Online exhibition.

www.all-about-photo.com