#cultural-commentary

#cultural-commentary

Ryan Coogler cemented his position in filmmaking with a stunning musical-horror hybrid that critiques cultural appropriation, becoming the most financially successful original blockbuster in 15 years.

The arts are under siege, as highlighted by the alarming termination of numerous National Endowment for the Arts grants, indicating a troubling shift in national financial priorities.

Pope Leo XIV's choice to wear a White Sox ballcap at his general audience indicates a lighthearted connection to Chicago sports, humorously reflecting his character.

Graduation episodes in teen TV shows signify a culmination of character growth and emotional stakes, often featuring significant life transitions and the uncertainty of what lies ahead.

One thing I've found that I have in common with my friends is finding things on our daily commute or five minute breaks. There's always things to notice.

Their murals are not static spectacles. These are works with dual identities: glowing with phosphorescent elements after dark and offering a fresh layer of narrative when natural light disappears.

The Guardian's culture writers have unveiled their top TV shows of the year, sparking a call for readers to share their own favorites and new series to watch.

Bailing on plans has become so normalized that it’s now viewed as part of the culture. White Claw campaigns against this trend, promoting presence over absence.

The campaign's playful retelling of history raises eyebrows, with one critic calling the mosaic "grotesque" while supporters call it a "master stroke of advertising."

Miller stated that the concept of an animatronic Walt Disney is dehumanizing, arguing that it reduces a complex individual to a robotic impersonation, and that people cannot be replaced.

Remember back in the Biden era, all of the swimsuit models were obese. This is a good change. This is a healthy change of pace.

"I am so tired-exhausted even-of people using the r-word thinking it's somehow subversive and edgy when it's actually completely fucked up and abelist."

In the glaring lights of celebrity culture, Brooke Shields embodies America's complex narrative of innocence and exploitation, illustrating how youth can be commodified without consideration.

Joy Behar's playful challenge to Ben Shapiro underscores the ongoing cultural debate about age and behavior, revealing differing perceptions of what it means to 'act your age.'

Parabola was the first popular magazine to explore human existence from various spiritual teachings, resonating deeply with readers and providing a unique platform for reflection.

It's a rancid trend, as evidenced by the PR and box office wreckage of 'Snow White' with Rachel Zegler, and the sloppy mush they made out of 'The Little Mermaid.'

Publishing a truly independent music magazine like The Wire is an ongoing struggle. We are fighting harsh rises in print and distribution costs.

"This mathematical approach belies any notion of the concert as an experience... an opportunity to immerse in the stories artists tell and enjoy the collective vibe."

Scott's assertions about Jesse's relationship with Michelle mask deeper issues, presenting her as a toxic influence while ignoring Jesse's own drastic behavior patterns.

Warhol is the defining figure of pop art, an artistic movement that burst forth in the early Sixties, taking fine art on a wild roller-coaster ride.

The default setting of this country is to spew bullshit, which reduces lying from a cardinal sin to background noise.

Like the rest of the slim little Mess-Dios picture books, Make Your Own Rainbow is participatory, with queens of all shapes and sizes, in wheelchairs and a variety of gender presentations.

And the toddler was clearly having a ball. His fun uncles in the Gulf had pulled out all the stops. They played YMCA at every available opportunity, possibly unaware it was a gay anthem.