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Arts & Entertainment

In Defense of Riverdale

Taking a look at the much–maligned show after seven seasons of murder, mayhem, and all–American camp

by ISAAC POLLOCK

The Outsiders

The otherizing of vulnerability in Outsider music hurts artists, listeners, and the industry, and ignores a rich history of bold creativity.

by COLE KNIGHT

Xiu Xiu Performs “Ignore Grief” at PhilaMoca

Stopping in Philadelphia, the experimental rock band delivered a performance both deeply horrifying and hauntingly beautiful.

by NISHANTH BHARGAVA

The Grand Unified Theory of Food Films

And the reason behind the explosion of movies and TV shows set in the kitchen

by ADEN BERGER

Society Needs More Spooky Season Songs

Our favorite season has a scant modern soundtrack that goes along with it.

by DEREK WONG

Jennifer Egan's Homecoming: A Writer's Journey Back to Penn

A conversation about writing, criticism, and the English major

by LUIZA LOUBACK

Finding Humanity in Horror

What can horror movies and scary stories tell us about ourselves?

by JULIA FISCHER

Spaghetti and Romance

The power of love and food on film

by EMMA HALPER

What Happened to the Campaign Song?

Although one of America’s proudest political traditions has fallen by the wayside, a look into the winners and losers of Presidential anthems can give us a better idea of how to succeed in politics.

by NISHANTH BHARGAVA

The Letterboxd–ification of Moviegoing

For dedicated film enthusiasts and casual movie–goers alike, it’s not just an app. It’s a diary. 

by AMY LUO

G Flip Invites You To Their All–Inclusive, Headbanging Jam Session at The Foundry

Stopping in Philly for their first US tour, the Aussie singer–drummer commanded the crowd through cathartic songs and introspective lyricism.

by DEREK WONG

Troye Sivan Brings Back the Opulent Music Video in Orgiastic and Confessional Pop Album

“Something to Give Each Other,” the Australian singer’s first album in five years, shows artistic growth, if not for its musical elements, then certainly for its visual and thematic strengths.

by ANANYA VARSHNEYA

'Percy Jackson' is Back, But Not Necessarily Better Yet

The series is set to join the pantheon of nostalgia traps. What’s different this time?

by THU PHAM

Frida Kahlo’s Likeness Has Become More Important Than Her Art

How capitalism and consumer feminism has made the artist merely a symbol.

by DYLAN GROSSMANN

Wes Anderson’s Obsession with Artifice

The release of a collection of four short films continues Anderson’s quest for understanding storytelling.

by ADEN BERGER

They’re Past Their Prime

Galleries are headed towards death if they only show artists who are dead.

by DYLAN GROSSMANN

The Time–Traveling Magic of Japanese City Pop

A lighthearted, catchy melody leads to a tale of orientalism, international relations, and the power of the internet.

by JULIA FISCHER

The Successful End of the WGA Strike

The WGA has officially ratified their new contract with the AMPTP. Here’s why members are calling the deal “exceptional.”

by ISAAC POLLOCK

“Vampire Empire” and the Toxicity of Leak Culture

With the popularity of unreleased music and leaks on the rise, your favorite artists are losing artistic control.

by JAKE FALCONER

Phish Shows Are Decadent and Depraved

Well, maybe not decadent, but depraved for sure.

by COLE KNIGHT

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