New Perspectives

From the heart and for the mind, enjoy the insight and attitude of our student curators, who dig a little deeper into films that may just become your new obsession.

New Perspectives: Fish Tank

Adam Smith of Northumbria University explains why Andrea Arnold's coming-of-age story, about a girl who uses dance to escape, is his favourite film on BFI Player.

Short documentary
2025
4 mins

New Perspectives: Oldboy

Discover why Dan George of Northumbria University believes everyone should experience Oldboy at least once.

Short documentary
2024
4 mins

New Perspectives: Tangerine

Harry Wallace, a student at Northumbria university, explains why Sean Baker's LA-set comedy-drama, about a transgender sex worker on the hunt for her cheating -ex, is worth your time. 

Short documentary
2025
3 mins

New Perspectives: Wings of Desire

Trixie Parkin-Christie of Northumbria University offers fresh insight into why Wings of Desire remains essential viewing.

Short documentary
2024
4 mins

New Perspectives: Pusher

Noah Ball of Northumbria University explains why you should seize the chance to watch Nicolas Winding Refn's debut.

Short documentary
2025
5 mins

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New Perspectives: Fish Tank

New Perspectives: Oldboy

New Perspectives: Tangerine

New Perspectives: Wings of Desire

New Perspectives: Pusher