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fromDefector
6 days ago

'Ugh! As If!' Takes On The Enduring Appeal Of 'Clueless' | Defector

Clueless remains a highly influential film, resonating with audiences over three decades while encapsulating the essence of 90s culture.
#coolness
Film
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

The superhero film genre is on a decline, and so is American empire

Superhero movies are experiencing a decline in popularity and box office revenues due to changing audience sentiments and political ties.
fromWarpweftandway
2 weeks ago

New Book: Stamatov, Dialogues with Classical Chinese Philosophy

This book examines how classical Chinese philosophy compares with Western philosophy and its relevance to contemporary issues in world philosophy.
philosophy
fromThe Drum
3 weeks ago

Beyond memes: what makes a brand culturally powerful?

Brands need to understand and leverage cultural power authentically, rather than exploit trends superficially.
Film
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

She Was More Than the Next Marilyn Monroe

Jayne Mansfield's career was marked by a conflict between her artistic ambitions and the image Hollywood forced upon her.
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

My unexpected Pride icon: as a bullied teenager, I found safety in slasher films

Horror films often intertwine with queer subtext, revealing complex themes of fear, desire, and identity.
Music
fromVulture
1 month ago

The Double Standards of White and Black Genius

Sly Stone and Brian Wilson's careers illustrate the differing experiences of Black and white musicians in the transformative music scene of the 1960s.
fromConsequence
1 month ago

A Historical Analysis of the Infamous Mozzarella Stick Ska Meme: Podcast

In this episode, the crew dives deep into the mozzarella stick ska meme, exploring its origins and polarizing effects on the ska genre across the internet.
Podcast
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Our Romance with Jane Austen

Schwartz highlights that irony and sincerity are essential in Austen's works, blending total realism with total fantasy, creating an endlessly alluring narrative.
Podcast
fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago

Inventing the Renaissance with Ada Palmer - Medievalists.net

The Renaissance, often considered a rebirth, invites us to question its supposed status as a golden age, revealing complexities related to its actual historical context.
History
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Review: How important are Bob Dylan's Jewish roots? Entertaining bio doesn't really answer the question

Dylan's Jewish roots significantly influenced his art and persona, despite his attempts to distance himself from them.
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Haunted couture: dressing like a ghost has captured the zeitgeist

Dior's Resort 26 collection epitomizes a haunting, ethereal trend in fashion, merging chaos with elegance amidst contemporary social tensions.
Podcast
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Lessons from "Sesame Street"

"Sesame Street" reflects evolving parenting styles and societal changes, highlighting its progressive educational roots since 1969.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Violent and lewd! Not Grand Theft Auto, Shakespeare's Macbeth

Shakespeare would likely create open-world RPGs for their narrative depth, as opposed to fast-paced games with less complexity.
He would focus on popular entertainment monetization similar to casual smartphone games.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Americans and Britons swear more online than Australians, research finds. WTF?

The research found Australians were more restrained online, coming only third in the swearing stakes after the UK and the US.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

How the world of work has lured Barbie out of high heels

The steady embrace of sensible flats coincided with Barbie's laudable engagement with professional employment, leading to a dynamic environment with evolving patterns.
Fashion & style
History
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

Tupac Could Have Been a Viking - Medievalists.net

The Viking Age and 1990s gangsta rap culture share common themes of honor, reputation, and the pursuit of respect.
fromBig Think
3 months ago

Can you really love the art without loving the artist?

Art interpretation depends on the audience, but knowing the artist's biography adds important context to understanding art.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

These Feel-Good Books Were Everywhere. Now, the Brand is Cooked.

The self-help series has compiled reader-submitted stories about kindness, courage, and perseverance into easily digestible books aimed at almost every conceivable demographic.
SF food
fromFlowingData
3 months ago

Kurt Vonnegut, Shape of Stories illustrated with charts

Kurt Vonnegut's lecture reveals that stories can be visually represented by their emotional arcs, demonstrating how storytelling shapes cultural narratives.
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
4 months ago

Early Bronze Age Trojans from all classes drank wine

Wine was consumed by broader social classes in Early Bronze Age Troy, not just elites.
The depas amphikypellon vessel is key to understanding trade and cultural practices of the time.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Opinion | Can the Jesus of History Support the Christ of Faith?

Adam Gopnik's essay on Christianity overlooks arguments for the Gospels as credible historical accounts, favoring a more skeptical interpretation.
Relationships
fromThe Nation
4 months ago

The Art of Separating: A Conversation With Haley Mlotek

Contemporary divorce reflects individual freedom, contrasting with traditional views of marriage as a lifelong commitment.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The Psychology Behind Our Obsession With Principled Assassin Films

Hitman films satisfy audiences' desires for cathartic justice amid political chaos and institutional failure.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

The Sudden Weirdness of TV Presidents

TV political dramas feel disconnected from today's reality, portraying implausibly normal presidencies amid chaotic real-world events.
OMG science
fromBustle
4 months ago

5 Books Every K-Pop Fan Should Read

Fangirling fosters community and personal growth, highlighting the positive aspects of fandom culture.
SF LGBT
fromPortland Mercury
4 months ago

Torrey Peters' Stag Dance Asks: "What Does it Even Mean to Be Trans?"

Torrey Peters' book 'Stag Dance' explores the complexities of trans identity against the backdrop of societal pressures and personal relationships.
Berlin music
fromHarvard Gazette
4 months ago

Looking to art in troubled times - Harvard Gazette

Joseph Koerner's book explores how art reflects and interprets political unrest, using works by Bosch, Beckmann, and Kentridge as key examples.
fromVG247
4 months ago

We all know thick thighs save lives, but they also do well during recession depression, according to Atelier Yumia producer

"This is just my perception, but I think that the economy has an influence on what kind of designs become popular. There are certain types of characters that are needed in times of recession..."
Video games
#literature
London politics
fromTime Out London
4 months ago

World Book Day: 5 authors on the books that capture London best

London's literary depiction spans a wide range of emotions, painting both its charm and disillusionment.
Key authors offer insights on books that authentically capture the essence of London.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

A certain kind of chaos': Errol Morris unpacks Charles Manson theories

Errol Morris' documentary reevaluates the motivations behind the Manson murders, moving away from established narratives to explore alternate theories.
Fashion & style
fromAnOther
4 months ago

What Does Beauty Look Like in the Age of Trump?

A modern representation of conservatism is epitomized by Anna Claire Howland, illustrating cultural shifts in the political landscape through personal imagery.
fromWarpweftandway
4 months ago

New Article: Choo and Tsai, "Debts of Gratitude in CrossCultural Perspective"

Contrasting views on gratitude exist between Western and Confucian ethics, influencing how gratitude is perceived and valued in these cultures.
fromThe New Yorker
5 months ago

Richard Brody Presents the 2025 Brody Awards

Brody dismisses "The Brutalist" - a film that merely uses the Holocaust "as metaphor" - and tells Remnick that "Wicked" might win Best Picture. "I think there's a huge desire for cinematic comfort food that makes a billion dollars."
Podcast
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Afflicted with liberal angst in the age of Trump? Take a leaf from Bridget Jones's diary | Rafael Behr

Bridget Jones 4 captures the spirit of its time, reflecting personal narratives against a backdrop of broader political and historical changes.
Miscellaneous
fromPitchfork
5 months ago

SlimeGetEm: GetEm

Drill music artists struggle to distinguish themselves due to a homogenous sound but innovation in production can create standout moments.
fromPolygon
6 months ago

Castlevania: Symphony of the Night's notorious English translation didn't need fixing

"There's a musicality to this 'always at 11' voice acting - what Game Informer on Symphony of the Night's release called 'cheesy, yet sophisticated' - that lingers the way tasteful voice acting rarely does."
Writing
Miscellaneous
fromVulture
6 months ago

The Real Housewives of Potomac Recap: Deliver Us From Mia

The Housewives franchise subtly explores queer narratives alongside themes of misogyny and gender performance.
#film-review
fromThe New Yorker
8 months ago

Is the Twentieth-Century Novel a Genre?

Genres are the Sirens of literary criticism. They seem friendly and alluring, but they are dangerously elusive shape-shifters. You really have to lash yourself to the mast.
Writing
Miscellaneous
fromVulture
8 months ago

Lioness Recap: You're in the Gray Now

Lioness critiques U.S. imperialism through a complex narrative, blending political commentary with themes of survival and moral ambiguity in warfare.
fromNew York Post
9 months ago

10 most popular billionaire names revealed - is your baby destined to be super-rich?

"We were curious to see if there was any connection between names and billionaire status," said SEO expert Julian Goldie. The analysis of the Bloomberg Billionaire Index revealed that traditional names, such as 'John' and 'David', are prevalent among the world's wealthiest individuals. This suggests a correlation between naming trends and potential financial success, impacting how expectant parents might choose names for their children.
NYC parents
fromVulture
10 months ago

Dad TV Is for Everyone Now

The traditional vision of Dad TV focuses on male protagonists solving concrete problems, emphasizing competence and trust in social institutions, which has evolved over time.
Media industry
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