Bootleg albums, obscure public domain releases and forgotten films unearthed by specialist labels – not all illicit film and music releases should be condemned as ‘piracy’.
Author: reprobatepress
Difficult Ideas for Difficult Times
The Horror Of Stigwood Castle
They were almost as big as The Beatles (and they had a much longer career). But are we now being encouraged to forget about The Bee Gees’ stranger exploits?
Salvation Magazine Returns
The second issue of Nigel Wingrove’s alternative culture tabloid is finally available.
The Slow Death Of The Topless Sunbather
Despite what some people might claim, the decline of topless sunbathing is not a sign of female liberation or a blow for body positivity.
Britain’s New Moral Panic Part Two: ‘Reviewing’ The Censorship Laws
Britain has a plethora of laws relating to pornography and sex – yet is still determined to find room for more.
Britain’s New Moral Panic Part One: The OnlyFans Ad Backlash
Britain currently seems in the grip of a new moral panic over porn – but then, when is Britain ever not in a moral panic over porn? Even so, this week seems especially hysterical.
The Meandering Pleasures Of Smoking Causes Coughing
Quentin Dupieux’s superhero satire has some interesting moments but is not the gut-busting comedy classic that you might have expected.
The Lost Pleasures Of The Comedy LP
Remembering the golden age of humour on vinyl.
Stage Fright – The Last Gasp Of Classic Italian Genre Cinema
Michele Soavi’s theatrical slasher film feels like an extravagant end-of-an-era production.
Pondering The Mystery Of William Shatner
The legendary actor’s most personal recording – a look at life and seemingly imminent death – celebrates its tenth anniversary.
No One – Not Even Beloved Icons – Should Be Immune To Criticism
Rock stars do not need keyboard warriors to defend them from critical comments.
The R18 TV News Reports
Vintage TV news reports on the battle to legalise porn in the UK.