Arts & Entertainment
Arts
The PMA's 'Matisse in the 1930s' Tells a Philadelphia Story
How a mural commission for the Barnes Foundation in 1930 became a moment of creative renewal.
by ARIELLE STANGER
Music
Returning Her Calls: It’s Time to Pay Attention to Carly Rae Jepsen
The former almost–superstar is back with The Loneliest Time after a decade of tough luck and an unclear presence.
by EMMA HALPER
Music
Escape to ‘Within the Depths Of A Darkened Forest’ for Its 20th Anniversary
The perfect holiday music for those who celebrate the fall equinox
by HANNAH SUNG
Television
Why Comedies are the Most Effective Dramas
Sitcoms such as 'Derry Girls,' 'Community,' and 'the Office' remain some of the biggest tearjerkers.
by ALEXANDRA KANAN
Television
The Problem of Postfeminism in Television
The empowerment of reclaiming antifeminist ideals is false, only leading to unhealthy behavioral expectations for teen girls.
by OLIVIA REYNOLDS
Television
What Does ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ Stand for in 2022?
The series' newest, uneven fifth season is proof that 'The Handmaid’s Tale' doesn’t know what it wants to say anymore.
by CATHERINE SORRENTINO
Music
Taylor Swift is an Anti–Hero in ‘Midnights,’ but a Mastermind at 3 a.m.
Swift's tenth studio album sets a foot back into pop territory without fully committing to it.
by DEREK WONG
Television
Bravo’s Most Wanted: When the Worst Real Housewives Are the Best TV
With three housewives in a decade being involved with federal crimes, where is the line between good ethics and good television?
by EMMA HALPER
Film
It's Time to Bring Mystique and Surprise Back into Film
Indie horrors like 'Barbarian' continue to shock, terrify, and surprise audiences at the box office. How can Hollywood learn from it?
by RAHUL VARIAR
Film
‘Blonde’ Is Anything but an Authentic Representation of Marilyn Monroe
While the film succeeds in its stylistic choices, ‘Blonde’ is a poor and fictional recounting of Marilyn Monroe’s life.
by WEIKE LI
Music
Everything You Never Knew About the Red Hot Chili Peppers
From the '90s alternative rock scene to modern conversations on drug use, the Red Hot Chili Peppers are culturally ubiquitous.
by HALLA ELKHWAD
Film
‘Smile’ is a horror film that’ll make you frown
The film’s portrayal of stigmatized subjects, particularly towards mental illness, is offensive and off-putting.
by EMMA MARKS
Film
‘Can I Touch You There?’: Inside Hollywood’s Intimacy Coordination Boom
A look into Hollywood’s mixed feelings about the industry’s new sex–scenes standards.
by EMMA HALPER
Music
Darlings Should Worry About Harry Styles’ Acting Ventures
The actor’s latest dive into acting puts the musician–actor pipeline into question.
by DEREK WONG
Film
Dave Made the Most Absurd Horror Movie on Your Watchlist
Why the arts–and–crafts horror film 'Dave Made a Maze' is exactly what the genre needed.
by ALEXANDRA KANAN
Arts
Botanical Illustrations and the Art of the Unknown
At the intersection of art and science, this historical genre continues to mesmerize.
by EYANA LAO
Music
Do Supergroups Still Exist (to the same extent as they used to)?
Hint: boygenius says yes, but not in the way you think.
by HANNAH SUNG
Arts
100 Candles for 100 Years: A Big Birthday for Barnes
The Barnes celebrated its centennial anniversary with tons of community programs and special exhibitions.
by JESSA GLASSMAN
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