Julia Raeside
- Journalist and author
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Don't Make Me Laugh by Julia Raeside review
Not a week goes by without revelations of showbusiness toxic male behaviour. Notwithstanding high-profile allegations about the likes of Louis CK and Russell Brand, however, there's a sense that the comedy industry hasn't truly had its #MeToo reckoning yet, a feeling that its sexual predators continue to operate more-or-less with impunity and in plain sight. Julia Raeside's bracing debut novel seeks to spotlight that injustice, with the journalist presenting a credible, tightly plotted and grimly funny portrayal of a celebrated stand-up who's also a charming and calculating serial abuser.
Jay Richardson, Chortle, 13th February 2025Les Dennis's exit is bad for Strictly Come Dancing - it's nothing without joke contestants
It would be very boring if Strictly became an actual serious dance contest.
Julia Raeside, i Newspaper, 2nd October 2023The Change review
Bridget Christie has created one of the most important, brilliant British comedies in recent years.
Julia Raeside, i Newspaper, 21st June 2023Ghosts Christmas Special, BBC1, review
For three series Ghosts have spoiled us with family entertainment that never patronises. This festive edition was a reminder of the true meaning of the festive season.
Julia Raeside, i Newspaper, 23rd December 2021Hansel and Gretel: After Ever After, Sky Max, review
David Walliams's cancel culture gripes soured this panto.
Julia Raeside, i Newspaper, 23rd December 2021Roisin Conaty will fill the Fleabag hole in your life
Move over, Phoebe - there's a new queen of confessional comedy. Prepare for an offbeat world of tiny Dolly Partons and cats who eat kebabs.
Julia Raeside, The Guardian, 16th July 2019Ellie & Natasia review: fiercely funny
A fiercely funny sketch show you'll watch over and over. This BBC Three comedy from Ellie White and Natasia Demetriou is full of feminist fury and gloriously daft gags. But there's only one episode so far. Can we have some more please?
Julia Raeside, The Guardian, 19th June 2019How sitcom Home humanises the migrant crisis
A family find a Syrian man hiding in their boot in Rufus Jones's comedy. It's a warm-hearted riposte to years of 'terrifying' anti-immigrant rhetoric, he says.
Julia Raeside, The Guardian, 5th March 2019Steve Coogan on bringing Alan Partridge back to the BBC
Twenty-five years since he first appeared on screen, the immortal presenter is back where he began. His creator explains why a divided nation needs him more than ever.
Julia Raeside, The Guardian, 17th February 2019Car Share Unscripted review
Scripted element of Peter Kay and Sian Gibson's effort far outshines the improvised material.
Julia Raeside, The Guardian, 8th May 2018