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Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Michael is a highly selective version of the singer's life, and that suits more people than you might think | Nadia Khomami

Biopics often sanitize artists' lives, yet audiences flock to them for a glimpse into their favorite musicians' peaks and to understand their genius.
History
fromWIRED
1 month ago

The Online Fiction Boom Reimagining China's History

Chinese alt-history fiction allows readers to rewrite history using modern knowledge to improve China's past.
#feminism
Film
fromDefector
10 months 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
10 months 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
10 months 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
Marketing
fromThe Drum
10 months 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
10 months 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
11 months 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
11 months 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
11 months 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
11 months 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
11 months 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
Books
fromLos Angeles Times
11 months 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
11 months 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
11 months ago

Lessons from "Sesame Street"

"Sesame Street" reflects evolving parenting styles and societal changes, highlighting its progressive educational roots since 1969.
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