Joanna Byrne

Joanna Byrne

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  • 2014Writing since

Born and raised in Birmingham, Joanna moved to Manchester aged 18 to study English Literature and French. After completing her degree she spent some time in Paris, working in French schools teaching English. She recently moved to London to pursue her passion for the arts and continue writing creatively. She loves reading all kinds of books, particularly contemporary American literature. She also enjoys going to the theatre, reviewing live events and contributing to the current affairs section.

Published articles

Movie

Love, Rosie

If you are someone who does not shudder at the idea of watching the same tired rom-com plot…

By Joanna Byrne
Dance

Brazouka at New Wimbledon

New Wimbledon Theatre’s antique and decadent interior may seem a strange choice for what is supposed to be…

By Joanna Byrne
Movie

The Guest

Adam Wingard’s The Guest is an unashamed return to the B movies of the 90s. It’s intentionally over…

By Joanna Byrne
Movie

What If

Michael Dowse’s What If is a romantic comedy that tries to break the conventions generally employed by this…

By Joanna Byrne
Cinema & TV

Secret Cinema: Back to the Future

Last night Secret Cinema finally opened its doors after last week’s high-profile cancellations. After a week of dealing…

By Joanna Byrne
Movie

The Congress

Ari Folman’s bold movie, The Congress, is a bizarre and trippy envisioning of a future where celebrities flog…

By Joanna Byrne