Arts & Entertainment
Mourning ‘The Mary Tyler Moore Show’ and the Great American Television Comedy
In 2021, one of television’s greatest ensembles of all time faded away—but was there even more lost?
Mitski Wants You to Know that She Didn’t Want to Make 'Laurel Hell'
Following her supposed exit from the music industry, Mitski dusts off her skills to create an introspective comeback album about her career.
Rethinking the Vegas Residency
What was once a graveyard for dying stars is now prime ground for artists to progress their careers.
When We Were Young Festival is Too Much
The Internet–breaking event is mired with issues. What do potential attendees need to know?
How Disney is Subverting the Fairytale Narrative
Lately, Disney's animated features are highlighting family over romance.
Philia: A Playlist of Platonic Love
Looking for a playlist to blast on Pal–entine’s Day? We’ve got you covered.
Taylor Swift and Moses Sumney: Studies in 'Aromanticism'
On two of their respective albums, these seemingly disparate artists explore a love that exists beyond sex, relationships, and marriage.
In Defense of Che Diaz
Yes, Che Diaz sucks. But the most controversial character in 'And Just Like That...' also brought the "sex" back into the city.
Give These Romantic Tropes A Second Chance
Revisiting some of the most perfectly executed romantic tropes in film
What's a Musician, and Why Does it Even Matter?
In light of Damon Albarn and Taylor Swift's Twitter beef, it's time for us to reconsider who is and isn't a songwriter.
'Definition Please' is a Hot Take on South Asian Stereotypes
Sujata Day rewrites South Asian characters and dismantles damaging stereotypes in her genre–bending directorial debut.
Lila Dubois is a First–Year Student with an Album on the Way
The Los Angeles native strikes an inspiring balance between her passion and her education.
Summer Walker makes space for interiority, proving she’s 'Still Over It'
Walker's sophomore album places a premium on voice and navigates a complicated relationship.
What’s in a Joke? Jean–Michel Rabaté Makes the Case for Laughter
In 'Rires Prodigues: Rire et Jouissance chez Marx, Freud et Kafka," the english professor smiles at the end of the world.
Are Penn Students Experiencing “Superhero Fatigue?”
Some fans have become increasingly burned out from the redundant storylines of comic book movies and shows.
Should Artists Sell Their Publishing Rights?
David Bowie's catalog was recently sold for millions for dollars, but is this the right move for every musician?
Netflix’s 'Hype House' Isn’t Just Boring—It’s Sad.
Living in the Hype House was once the pinnacle of TikTok success. Now, it’s just a shallow reminder of the miserable nature of fame.
James The Seventh Is More Than Your Next Indie–Pop Darling
The 21–year–old artist combines her past and her TikTok presence to tell a potent story.
For Ejun Hong, Animation is a Means of Self–Discovery
This Penn first–year tells powerful stories through her dreamlike animations.
