Students on De Montfort University’s Music, Film and Entertainment Journalism module pick the films, plays, music, TV shows and books that shaped them
My favourite film
My favourite film has got to be Avengers Endgame. MCU remains the biggest franchise. Watching Endgame was a life-changing experience and is engraved in my mind forever. Nothing has ever come close to that feeling. My favourite moment throughout the movie was the reunion between Peter Parker and Tony Stark. The hug between them was so emotional and since they’re my favourite characters it meant a lot to me.
The last film I saw
A Quiet Place: Day One. It was satisfying but there were moments where I felt like it could be better. More suspense and tension would’ve made the movie more appealing and fulfilling. I liked the dynamic between the female lead and male lead a lot. Their relationship was so beautiful and wholesome. The mvp of the movie? The cat.
The worst film I saw
Unfrosted on Netflix. It is not enough when I say that was the worst two hours experience of my life. The jokes were unfunny, the cast was boring, and the plot didn’t make sense. I would never recommend it because it’s a waste of time.
Favourite TV show
My favourite show currently is 9-1-1 on Disney+. The show focuses on firefighters responding to calls that are all unique and interesting. We also get to see police solving cases and they always manage to make the episodes entertaining.
One of the main characters, Evan Buckley, became a favourite character so fast, and he had one of the best character developments. Seeing him discovering himself and tackling the abandonment issues he has was always so interesting. He makes the show very fun with his chaotic and bright personality. As a huge fan of found family seeing the 118 firefighters become closer and form a bond akin to family was so wholesome. The bond they have is very touching. Another show I love is Arcane. The animation is absolutely stunning and all the characters have gorgeous designs along with good writing.
The show I am currently binging
I’m binging 9-1-1 on Disney+ and I’m currently on season six. Seeing how much the characters have grown is so satisfying. I love seeing how the 118 team tackles the calls they get, and their own character growth is the best part of the show. Another detail I love is the LGBT+ representation within the show. The relationship between the two characters Hen and Karen is beautiful. The show has no boring episode and I would recommend it to anyone who is currently looking for a new series to watch.
My favourite band/song
I have many favourite songs like Espresso and Please Please Please by Sabrina Carpenter, Fight or Flight by Conan Gray and The Greatest by Billie Eilish.
The lyric I love
Man, am I the greatest
My congratulations
All my love and patience
All my admiration
All the times I waited
For you to want me naked
Made it all look painless
Man, am I the greatest
The Greatest – Billie Eilish.
The instrument I wish I could play
I truly wish I was able to play the guitar. I had one when I was younger but was never able to grasp how to play it so if given the chance, I would love to improve my skills, maybe even play my favourite songs. It would be so rewarding and fun.
