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Taboo and the designers who shaped London's fashion revolution

The exhibition highlights Leigh Bowery's pivotal role in nurturing London's fashion scene during the 1980s, despite the challenges faced by designers.

Miho Nakayama, Japanese Music and Movie Star, Dies at 54

Miho Nakayama, a J-pop star turned actress, died at 54, leaving a legacy of influential roles in music and film during the 1980s.

Who are the shellsuit boys in image that captures the 1980s? New Tate Britain show solves mystery

Ingrid Pollard's 1989 school photo led to a reunion of three friends after decades, emphasizing the lasting impact of shared experiences.

42 Years Ago, a Massively Influential Sci-Fi Thriller Invented a New Genre - And We Never Moved On

Blade Runner's future vision remains culturally relevant, yet it highlights the challenges of evolving from its 1980s context.
The film's imagery and themes symbolize enduring societal anxieties about technology and culture.

'It's a rare opera where the heroine lives and the hero gets his comeuppance'

Eugene Onegin highlights themes of regret and the Superfluous Male, set against the backdrop of the 80s and early 90s partying culture.
#rivals

The Silliest, Sexiest Show of the Year

Rivals is a comically excessive yet deeply serious exploration of pleasure in a fictionalized 1980s setting.
Jilly Cooper's stories blend humor with keen social observation, set against a backdrop of British aristocracy.

Horniness, hedonism and hope: why Rivals makes me surprisingly nostalgic

The Disney+ adaptation of Rivals captures 80s social issues like homophobia and sexism while exploring the complexities of sexual dynamics in a nostalgic way.

Lock up your TV remote! Why Jilly Cooper's Rivals was guaranteed to be joyous television

Jilly Cooper's Rivals combines humor with emotional insight, portraying the complexities of relationships through the lens of 1980s British high society.

The Silliest, Sexiest Show of the Year

Rivals is a comically excessive yet deeply serious exploration of pleasure in a fictionalized 1980s setting.
Jilly Cooper's stories blend humor with keen social observation, set against a backdrop of British aristocracy.

Horniness, hedonism and hope: why Rivals makes me surprisingly nostalgic

The Disney+ adaptation of Rivals captures 80s social issues like homophobia and sexism while exploring the complexities of sexual dynamics in a nostalgic way.

Lock up your TV remote! Why Jilly Cooper's Rivals was guaranteed to be joyous television

Jilly Cooper's Rivals combines humor with emotional insight, portraying the complexities of relationships through the lens of 1980s British high society.
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#hysteria

Hysteria!,' Stranger Things' and the Satanic Panic That Never Goes Away

'Hysteria!' draws parallels between the 1980s satanic panic and today's misinformation, highlighting the recurring nature of societal fears.

Satanic Panic Horror Series Hysteria! Makes an Ideal Halloween Binge

The article discusses the impact of the 1980s satanic panic on youth culture, as depicted in the new series Hysteria!.

Miss what Stranger Things used to be? Watch Hysteria! on Peacock

Hysteria! reflects the 1980s obsession with satanic panic, exploring how individual desires intersect with societal fears.

Hysteria!,' Stranger Things' and the Satanic Panic That Never Goes Away

'Hysteria!' draws parallels between the 1980s satanic panic and today's misinformation, highlighting the recurring nature of societal fears.

Satanic Panic Horror Series Hysteria! Makes an Ideal Halloween Binge

The article discusses the impact of the 1980s satanic panic on youth culture, as depicted in the new series Hysteria!.

Miss what Stranger Things used to be? Watch Hysteria! on Peacock

Hysteria! reflects the 1980s obsession with satanic panic, exploring how individual desires intersect with societal fears.
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#blitz-club

An Exhibition On A London Nightclub That Was Frequented By David Bowie Is Coming To The Design Museum

The Design Museum is hosting an exhibition on the Blitz Club, celebrating its history and cultural impact in the 80s.

London's 1980s Blitz club to be explored in exhibit

The exhibition will celebrate the Blitz club's influence on 1980s culture and style.

An Exhibition On A London Nightclub That Was Frequented By David Bowie Is Coming To The Design Museum

The Design Museum is hosting an exhibition on the Blitz Club, celebrating its history and cultural impact in the 80s.

London's 1980s Blitz club to be explored in exhibit

The exhibition will celebrate the Blitz club's influence on 1980s culture and style.
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#miami-vice

Why Was the Miami Vice Pilot So Good?

Miami Vice pioneered cinematic television with its stylish storytelling and complex themes, setting the standard for future series.

Don Johnson's 'Miami Vice' fame required security '24/7

Don Johnson reflects on the challenges of fame and the importance of work-life balance, particularly as an actor post-'Miami Vice'.

Why Was the Miami Vice Pilot So Good?

Miami Vice pioneered cinematic television with its stylish storytelling and complex themes, setting the standard for future series.

Don Johnson's 'Miami Vice' fame required security '24/7

Don Johnson reflects on the challenges of fame and the importance of work-life balance, particularly as an actor post-'Miami Vice'.
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#nostalgia

Pushing Buttons: UFO 50 is an anthology of pure nostalgia and the games are good, too

UFO 50 is a collection of 50 modern games mimicking the style and creativity of 1980s video games, yet surpassing their technical limitations.

The 4:30 Movie review Kevin Smith cues up a hot date with crush for his teen avatar

Kevin Smith's film is a nostalgic portrayal of teenage life in the 1980s, merging humor with autobiographical storytelling.

Pushing Buttons: UFO 50 is an anthology of pure nostalgia and the games are good, too

UFO 50 is a collection of 50 modern games mimicking the style and creativity of 1980s video games, yet surpassing their technical limitations.

The 4:30 Movie review Kevin Smith cues up a hot date with crush for his teen avatar

Kevin Smith's film is a nostalgic portrayal of teenage life in the 1980s, merging humor with autobiographical storytelling.
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A Documentary of 1980s Manhattan's Lower East Side Art Scene, 'Make Me Famous' Raises Numerous Intriguing Questions

'Make Me Famous' examines the nature of fame in the art world, focusing on overlooked artists like Jedd Garet.

Moon Unit Zappa on the 'emotional trauma' of her childhood: 'Is genius worth the collateral damage?'

Moon Unit Zappa became known for her 'Valleyspeak' in the iconic 1982 song 'Valley Girl,' a painful memory she later had to confront in her memoir.
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What '80s movies got right and wrong about living with AI

The '80s were a pivotal period where AI's future in entertainment emerged, showcasing widespread AI themes and laying the groundwork for contemporary discussions.
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