Resistance

Claude Cahun: Jersey’s queer, anti-Nazi freedom fighter
Activism

Claude Cahun: Jersey’s queer, anti-Nazi freedom fighter

A soldier with no name — When the island was under Nazi control during the Second World War, two avant-garde artists attempted their own cryptic resistance campaign. Now, 75 years after its liberation, their story is finally being shared.

Written by: Jessie Williams

The quiet resistance of NFL Star Marshawn Lynch
Film

The quiet resistance of NFL Star Marshawn Lynch

Silence is power — Lynch: A History is a new documentary which examines race, masculinity, media and protest at the turn of the millennium.

Written by: Miss Rosen

Paul Mason on robots, revolt & why capitalism is fucked
Activism

Paul Mason on robots, revolt & why capitalism is fucked

Clear bright future — In his new book, the journalist and activist maps out a clear bright future: one that challenges us to take control of technology and rediscover what makes us human.

Written by: Alex King

Inside The Resistance: The young activists fighting for Venezuela’s future
Reportage

Inside The Resistance: The young activists fighting for Venezuela’s future

La Resistencia — Anti-government protests in Caracas have already paralysed the Venezuelan capital for months, young people fed up of a corrupt government as hunger and hyperinflation continue. Despite the state violence and constant repression, the resistance movement shows no signs of stopping.

Written by: Bram Ebus

Raving as resistance in Iran's underground party scene
Film

Raving as resistance in Iran's underground party scene

Desert disco — Putting on parties in the desert thousands of kilometres from Tehranm, Anoosh Raki and Arash Shadram found freedom through music in their ultra-conservative country.

Written by: Biju Belinky

The female pioneers driving Cuba’s emerging skate scene
Skate

The female pioneers driving Cuba’s emerging skate scene

Amiga Skate — Skating in Cuba is still a huge challenge that requires dedication and hustle. Director Amberly Alene Ellis’ new documentary profiles Cuba’s female skaters, pushing through obstacles even bigger than for their male counterparts.

Written by: Alex King

Facing a coup, protests erupt in support of Brazilian democracy
Activism

Facing a coup, protests erupt in support of Brazilian democracy

Battle lines drawn on the streets of São Paulo — In response to anti-government protests and fears of a media-backed coup d’etat, Brazilian progressives make a show of force in defence of democratic values and the rule of law.

Written by: Alex King

The Defiance Issue
Culture

The Defiance Issue

Out Now — This year Huck is all about attitude. The energy, emotions and lenses on life that create connections across the divide. The Defiance Issue traces a jagged line across the globe, picking up voices of rebellion along the way.

Written by: HUCK HQ

How ‘80s soundsystem culture gave birth to Bristol’s thriving musical underground
Music

How ‘80s soundsystem culture gave birth to Bristol’s thriving musical underground

Born in the fires of struggle — Jabulani Ngozi of the Black Roots and author Richard King reflect on how a radical spirit of resistance in the 1980s shaped the city’s unique music culture.

Written by: Alex King

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