Arts and Entertainment

Invincible Pulls No Punches With its Third Season

The third season of Invincible is arguably the greatest, with compelling stories, excellent writing, and amazing voice acting

Born Again: Blackpink Goes Solo

After years of anticipation and a fruitful decade in the K-pop industry, Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa have re-debuted as solo artists to explore their own identities and express personal growth.

Trump’s War on the Arts

President Trump’s recent actions in defunding, censoring, and dismantling major culture institutions threaten artistic freedom and cultural representation.

So Close to What: Tate McRae’s Pop Throwback

A review of Tate McRae’s most recent album, So Close to What; although somewhat redundant, it is well put together and musically appealing.

A Cherry Orchard You Can Feel

Benedict Andrews’s immersive version of The Cherry Orchard arrives in St. Ann’s Warehouse from London.

The Gap Between Oscars Voters and Viewers

If the Academy truly wishes to preserve its legacy, it must start rewarding excellence, wherever that appears

R U Mine?

r u mine? (or just mine tonight?)

Christine Sun Kim: Scaling and Scoring Fury

Christine Sun Kim: All Day All Night combines music notation, drawings, and words to manifest the deaf artist’s emotions and politics.

Why Do We (Bot)her to Try Love?

“Maybe Happy Ending” proves once and for all that their love has no shelf life.

Snow White and the Seven Missteps

Disney's live action remake of Snow White has become the laughing stock of this year so far, from its lack of sonic and visual substance, to its flat attempts to correct the politics of the original.

Kafkaesque Avant-Garde or Simply Gratuitous—Decoding Severance Season 2

Severance’s Season Two is an artistic triumph, but a narrative regression.

The Oscars 2025: A Ceremony Struggling to Meet Expectations

The 97th Academy Awards featured strong performances but lacked memorable moments.

Super Bowl LXI: A Commercial Championship

The Super Bowl LXI was a massive event not only because of the football championship but because of the commercials. This article dives into the writer’s list of his favorite ten commercials of this year.

Death of the Hollywood Creative

In 2024, spectacle trumps substance. What can the modern director learn from Abbas Kiarostami?

How Do I Chala-mute Him?

Celebrity heartthrob Timothee Chalamet has undergone an Oscars press run like none other, but will it all be worth it?

January in Singles

We listened to a lot of singles this January. Here are some of the highlights.

Exploring Language and Art in The Writing’s on the Wall

While individual pieces in The Writing’s on the Wall: Language and Silence in the Visual Arts explore the intersection between language and art, the exhibit lacks a cohesive structure, ultimately undermining curator Hilton Als’ vision.

Cobra Kai Never Dies

While individual pieces in The Writing’s on the Wall: Language and Silence in the Visual Arts explore the intersection between language and art, the exhibit lacks a cohesive structure, ultimately undermining curator Hilton Als’ vision.

Euseuxa, Do You Feel it Too?

EUSEXUA is the climax of FKA Twigs’s artistic evolution, a feat in conceptualization and experimentation.

Perverts: Ethel Cain’s Creative Descent into Darkness

With Perverts (2025), Ethel Cain strips her music down to its core, embracing the religious motifs of Southern Gothic and her stylistic evolution towards ambient sounds in all of its dark and disturbing glory, inspiring her fans to interact with her work on a deeper level.

KidSuper’s Colmdinho, Art, Legacy, and the Cost of Success

With ventures like the Colmdihno collection, KidSuper risks diluting its original spirit, veering towards a market-driven approach instead of the brand’s conventional method of creating stunning artwork.

Play-Asia #2: Winter Tunes

Three song recommendations from a variety of Asian artists to create warmth in this winter season.

Sonic 3: A Movie for Superfans and Casual Viewers Alike

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is by no means a perfect movie, but it’s certainly entertaining to anyone no matter how much of a fan they are of the Sonic games.

Not Defying Gravity

While the new release features a beloved storyline and an appealing whimsy, its ridiculous runtime and diversion from source material hurt its overall potential.

Chopin it Up

Introducing and reviewing the 11th National Chopin Competition

Squid Game’s Lackluster Return

Nearly four years after the release of season one, Netflix returns with an attempt to recapture the phenomenon that was Squid Game.

A Renaissance Man: Jimmy Carter in the Arts

Jimmy Carter was a writer, painter, poet, and tireless supporter of the arts; here’s how he impacted the world of art we live in today.

A Window Into the Top Film and Television of 2024

Ultimately, many of the films and some of the television of 2024 felt like mostly setup and a break before the packed 2025.

At The Shed, a Forgotten Fantasy is Remembered

While Luna Luna’s revival preserves its captivating art, it fails to recapture the full spirit of the original 1987 run due to guests not being able to partake in a truly complete experience.

The Eternal Power of Gold: Solid Gold at the Brooklyn Museum

The Brooklyn Museum intends to prove the power of gold as it has existed from Cleopatra to Hip-Hop

The Intricate Backstory of Grandma’s Fine China

The Met’s Monstrous Beauty explores the history, art, and culture of chinoiserie.

Invincible Pulls No Punches With its Third Season

The third season of Invincible is arguably the greatest, with compelling stories, excellent writing, and amazing voice acting

Born Again: Blackpink Goes Solo

After years of anticipation and a fruitful decade in the K-pop industry, Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa have re-debuted as solo artists to explore their own identities and express personal growth.

Trump’s War on the Arts

President Trump’s recent actions in defunding, censoring, and dismantling major culture institutions threaten artistic freedom and cultural representation.

So Close to What: Tate McRae’s Pop Throwback

A review of Tate McRae’s most recent album, So Close to What; although somewhat redundant, it is well put together and musically appealing.

The Old Therebefore: Sunrise on the Reaping’s Success

A review and analysis of the newest Hunger Games release.

A Cherry Orchard You Can Feel

Benedict Andrews’s immersive version of The Cherry Orchard arrives in St. Ann’s Warehouse from London.

The Gap Between Oscars Voters and Viewers

If the Academy truly wishes to preserve its legacy, it must start rewarding excellence, wherever that appears

R U Mine?

r u mine? (or just mine tonight?)

Christine Sun Kim: Scaling and Scoring Fury

Christine Sun Kim: All Day All Night combines music notation, drawings, and words to manifest the deaf artist’s emotions and politics.

Why Do We (Bot)her to Try Love?

“Maybe Happy Ending” proves once and for all that their love has no shelf life.

Snow White and the Seven Missteps

Disney's live action remake of Snow White has become the laughing stock of this year so far, from its lack of sonic and visual substance, to its flat attempts to correct the politics of the original.

The Opening of Printemps: A New Beautiful Amenity to Our Neighborhood

The newly opened New York City location of Printemps has redefined the department store experience in the most visually spectacular way.

Kafkaesque Avant-Garde or Simply Gratuitous—Decoding Severance Season 2

Severance’s Season Two is an artistic triumph, but a narrative regression.

Sure, I’ll Have Another Sip of Kool-Aid!

Senior SING!’s victorious 2025 performance was a dazzling spectacle of music and dance—one straight out of the Roaring 20s.

A Marvel Misstep: Captain America: Brave New World (2025)

Captain America: Brave New World (2025) fails to meet fans’ standards due to lackluster storytelling, underdeveloped characters, and poor production quality.

How to Lose a Russian Heir in Less Than a Day

A look at Oscar Best Picture Winner Anora

How to Lose a Russian Heir in Less Than a Day

A look at Oscar Best Picture Winner Anora

Junior SING!: A Wonderfully Spooky Performance

Despite a few failed jokes and a slightly uneven plot, this year’s Junior SING! production was a fresh, heartwarming performance.

A Marvel Misstep: Captain America: Brave New World (2025)

Captain America: Brave New World (2025) fails to meet fans’ standards due to lackluster storytelling, underdeveloped characters, and poor production quality.

The Oscars 2025: A Ceremony Struggling to Meet Expectations

The 97th Academy Awards featured strong performances but lacked memorable moments.

Super Bowl LXI: A Commercial Championship

The Super Bowl LXI was a massive event not only because of the football championship but because of the commercials. This article dives into the writer’s list of his favorite ten commercials of this year.

Death of the Hollywood Creative

In 2024, spectacle trumps substance. What can the modern director learn from Abbas Kiarostami?

How Do I Chala-mute Him?

Celebrity heartthrob Timothee Chalamet has undergone an Oscars press run like none other, but will it all be worth it?

Rivalries, Rants, and Record Wins at the 2024 Grammys

The 2024 Grammys, despite Beyoncé’s overdue AOTY win, highlighted the fan-fueled rivalries and media drama that overshadow real talent.

January in Singles

We listened to a lot of singles this January. Here are some of the highlights.

DeBí TiRAR MáS FOToS: Bad Bunny’s Reclamation of Puerto Rico

A review of Bad Bunny’s album DeBí TiRAR MáS FOToS focusing on his acknowledgement of the gentrification in Puerto Rico.

Exploring Language and Art in The Writing’s on the Wall

While individual pieces in The Writing’s on the Wall: Language and Silence in the Visual Arts explore the intersection between language and art, the exhibit lacks a cohesive structure, ultimately undermining curator Hilton Als’ vision.

Cobra Kai Never Dies

While individual pieces in The Writing’s on the Wall: Language and Silence in the Visual Arts explore the intersection between language and art, the exhibit lacks a cohesive structure, ultimately undermining curator Hilton Als’ vision.

Euseuxa, Do You Feel it Too?

EUSEXUA is the climax of FKA Twigs’s artistic evolution, a feat in conceptualization and experimentation.

Flared Jeans and a Call for Awareness—Super Bowl LIX Halftime

Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show entertained an audience of millions and brought attention to the poor political climate of the U.S., even if it wasn’t as “revolutionary” as he painted it to be.

Perverts: Ethel Cain’s Creative Descent into Darkness

With Perverts (2025), Ethel Cain strips her music down to its core, embracing the religious motifs of Southern Gothic and her stylistic evolution towards ambient sounds in all of its dark and disturbing glory, inspiring her fans to interact with her work on a deeper level.

KidSuper’s Colmdinho, Art, Legacy, and the Cost of Success

With ventures like the Colmdihno collection, KidSuper risks diluting its original spirit, veering towards a market-driven approach instead of the brand’s conventional method of creating stunning artwork.

Play-Asia #2: Winter Tunes

Three song recommendations from a variety of Asian artists to create warmth in this winter season.

At The Shed, a Forgotten Fantasy is Remembered

While Luna Luna’s revival preserves its captivating art, it fails to recapture the full spirit of the original 1987 run due to guests not being able to partake in a truly complete experience.

Sonic 3: A Movie for Superfans and Casual Viewers Alike

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is by no means a perfect movie, but it’s certainly entertaining to anyone no matter how much of a fan they are of the Sonic games.

Not Defying Gravity

While the new release features a beloved storyline and an appealing whimsy, its ridiculous runtime and diversion from source material hurt its overall potential.

Chopin it Up

Introducing and reviewing the 11th National Chopin Competition

Squid Game’s Lackluster Return

Nearly four years after the release of season one, Netflix returns with an attempt to recapture the phenomenon that was Squid Game.

A Renaissance Man: Jimmy Carter in the Arts

Jimmy Carter was a writer, painter, poet, and tireless supporter of the arts; here’s how he impacted the world of art we live in today.

The Eternal Power of Gold: Solid Gold at the Brooklyn Museum

The Brooklyn Museum intends to prove the power of gold as it has existed from Cleopatra to Hip-Hop

A Window Into the Top Film and Television of 2024

Ultimately, many of the films and some of the television of 2024 felt like mostly setup and a break before the packed 2025.