It's Time To Rebuild
Week 2: Rebuild, after spending your week cleaning and organizing your life its time to use your new space make success inevitable.
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Secrets & Lies: The Weight of Empathy
Mike Leigh's acclaimed drama expresses the intensity and catharsis of seeing those around you as full, complete people.
Lights, Camera, Algorithm!
By now, it’s unlikely that you haven't seen the endless AI-generated Studio Ghibli portraits. It's ironic that Hayao Miyazaki himself famously said, “I strongly feel that this is an insult to life itself…” during a presentation of an AI animation project.
The MET Supporting DEI Against The Trump Administration
The recent turmoil of protesting against the Trump administration and established regulations against academic freedom, freedom of speech, and diversity politics, leading by Harvard University, which stands strong so far against the government’s threats to cut federal funding...
It’s Time To Lock In
Lets dive into this 3 week series of newsletters that will explore the ideas of productivity and creative enhancement.
When issues such as spacial injustice in Los Angeles are represented by the elite circles
Urban planning throughout history has long been operated as a tool of political control and economic dominance, disproportionately impacting vulnerable communities through zoning laws, highway construction, and patterns of displacement, which is also the case for Los Angeles.
An Ode to Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Performance in The Big Lebowski
There are no small parts, only small actors. Philip Seymour Hoffman's six and a half minutes as an exasperated henchman in The Big Lebowski is a case study of the maxim.
Reselling with Purpose: How a Vintage Stylist Navigates Depop’s Trend-Driven World
Vintage collector, reseller, and stylist Shannon gives us a candid look into the realities of running a small business while trying to stay true to sustainability on a trend-driven platform like Depop.
Buy Now, Cry Later
This week’s newsletter hits on everything from TV’s changing format to Star Wars monologues—and the quietly devastating economics of being a young artist in 2025.
Why the Decline of the 20+ Episode Season Hurt us All
Do longer seasons really represent the bottom tier of television, or have we just gotten lazy?
Andor: Luthen's Legendary Monologue
The stirring speech encapsulates the qualities that make Andor stand out from other Star Wars projects, and speaks to the brutal reality that lies behind the myths of rebellion.
The Economy is Sinking
Art’s mutating fast. Creators are getting crushed by rising costs, AI, and global chaos. But you’re tougher than that. Get the latest on art, culture, and how to survive the mess. Free, weird, and built for stubborn creatives like you.
Culture
Is video game a form of art?
Different people may have their own answer, but it is inevitable that this medium has showcased its possibility to be something more than purely entertainment or a way to make money.
Film & TV
In Defense of Asteroid City
The desire for praise and achievement can hinder our creative expression. Asteroid City’s criticism should remind us that art will always be subjective, and sometimes doing “too much” isn't always a bad thing.
Culture
Is Skinnytok Reigniting Toxic Tumblr Diet Culture?
Disclaimer: This article discusses topics related to dieting, body image, and disordered eating. If you are struggling with an eating disorder or body image issues, please consider reaching out to a professional or support organization for help. This piece intends to critically examine social media trends, not to promote harmful
Animation
Animators Learned the Wrong Lesson From Into the Spider-Verse
Into the Spider-Verse turned American animation toward stylization, but rather than coming up with their own expressive styles, the film's disciples have simply copied its look.
Like it or not, AI is here to stay.
This week, we explore the uneasy relationship between artists and algorithms—from Studio Ghibli knockoffs to questions of authorship, obsession, and the future of creativity. Where does human art end, and machine mimicry begin?
Film & TV
Le Bonheur and the Fabrications of the Picturesque
Agnès Varda’s Le Bonheur uses radiant visuals to mask a deeper critique of male privilege, emotional labor, and the illusion of happiness. Through François’s idyllic perspective, the film questions who truly benefits from the picturesque.
Art
An interview for Ruth Weisberg Prize receiver - Terrie Yu
Interview features Prized Exhibition "Harsh Harsh Ribbon Flush"
Film & TV
Freeze Frame Endings: Suspended in Time
Far more than a cheesy trend of the 1980s, ending a film on a freeze frame is a practice with a rich history that can sanctify a film's final emotional beats or throw us into uncertainty.
Resistance Is Enemy, And Why Its Holding You Back
Fashion
A Look Inside Fashion’s Digital Revolution
Stylists are a crucial part of not only the fashion industry but several other influential fields, including entertainment, personal branding, and media. They are often the reason some celebrity looks are remembered and deemed "iconic."
Film & TV
We Are Turning Everything Into Allegory
It has quietly become assumed that every film and series is there to give us clear commentary about the here and now. But in thinking this way, we shut down the interaction between art and culture and let culture call all the shots.
News
Severance Season 2 and The Pitfalls of Sci-Fi
I find there to be two different sections of the sci-fi genre that I frequently assimilate a piece of film or television into. Sprawling blockbuster ventures & less significantly franchised, and oftentimes suited for a younger audience.