A Girlie Girl’s Guide to Smashing the Patriarchy: “Iron Widow” Review
Xiran Jay Zhao sets out to create a technological and fantastical world to explore feminine rage unapologetically. The result was a fast-paced thrill ride that made for an entertaining read.
A Million Faces: Identity Within The Aesthetic Movement
A look into how the internet has turned visual language and subcultures into a fleeting trend.
Killer Klassix: The True Blue 2016 Singles
In the case of The True Blue, the search for identity is somewhere between prose-driven lyrics and small, thematic melodies that parallel experiences in life.
“Zelda: Ocarina of Time” Reimagined as a Manga
Akira Himekawa’s illustrated adaptation of the classic video game offers a compelling reader experience.
“The New Look”: But What Are We Actually Looking At?
An examination into the disappointing release of the Fashion House Battle of 20th Century France.
A Critical Look at “The Boy and the Heron”
As a longtime fan of Miyazaki’s work, I had hoped for another masterpiece on par with “Spirited Away” or “Princess Mononoke.” Instead, I found myself longing for the emotional depth and narrative coherence that characterized his earlier films.
Killer Klassix: Too Close To Touch: “Too Close to Touch EP”
Keaton’s vulnerable lyrics paired with Moore’s pop-influenced basslines and layered with Marble and Kidd’s intricately emotive guitar melodies makes for a brilliant debut effort that is equally romantic and ambitious.
“Masters Of The Air”: A Nosedive Into Predictability
AppleTV+’s new World War II limited series is style without substance.
Killer Klassix: Dance Gavin Dance – “Whatever I Say Is Royal Ocean EP”
Though there is a large lack of belief in a higher power or faith, the EP makes a very successful effort to highlight the inner turmoil of the human psyche.
“Past Lives”: What Is, Not What Once Was
A review of Celine Song’s brilliant directorial debut.
The Cost of a Cup: Why I Chose to Boycott Starbucks and You Should Too
Join the movement to boycott Starbucks' for their prioritization of profit over principles and history of labor violations.
Killer Klassix: Dance Gavin Dance- “Demos” EP
It’s something interesting to follow a band from their initial demos to being one of the biggest bands in the scene and only generating a bigger and bigger fan base.