Author: kennedyrh
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Future of British Media Ownership: Proposed Amendments and Market Implications
This post is more political than it is legal, however, it is important considering its potential effect on British print media. It is also something interesting to me, considering the recent discussions and changed in public opinion about the biases and neutralities in the British media. A significant change to laws preventing foreign ownership of…
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Defamation: A Brief Overview
Following my post on Baby Reindeer and Fiona Harvey’s threats of suing Netflix, I thought I would post a more in-depth overview of the current law governing defamation claims. Currently, UK defamation laws are designed to protect both individuals and organisations from false statements that could harm their reputation. The law on defamation comes both from common…
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‘Baby Reindeer’: Dasher, Dancer, Defamation.
The Netflix series Baby Reindeer gained popularity in the UK, but the real-life inspiration for one of the characters, Martha, is threatening to sue for defamation. The series may have made false and damaging allegations about her, and she has received threats and abuse since its airing. The case may have implications for media regulation…
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‘Triangle of Sadness’ (2022) Review
“Triangle of Sadness” by Ruben Östlund is a Palme d’Or winning dark comedy that satirizes high fashion and extreme wealth. The film follows a young couple on a luxury yacht cruise, navigating power dynamics and social hierarchy. It explores themes of beauty, power, and class disparity, delivering incisive humor and compelling performances. Oscillating between dark…
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‘Saltburn’ (2023) Review
I recently watched “Saltburn” with a friend after we realised we had befriended the director – Emerald Fennell’s – sister at a wedding we attended recently. We were both pleasantly surprised by the satirical nature of the film and its exploration of wealth, privilege, and the consuming nature of obsession. Rosamund Pike’s one-liners and the…
The Me in Media Law 