Arts
The Arts 2021 Year-In-Review
The Harvard Crimson ranks the best movies, TV shows, albums, and books of the year, while writing some not-exactly-serious vanities.
‘Being the Ricardos’ Review: For Better or For Worse, Sorkin Returns
If it is possible to genetically engineer a film to win an Academy Award, it makes sense that Amazon is the studio attempting it — and with “Being the Ricardos,” they seem to have gotten quite close.
ModdedController360 Review: An Opportunity to Reflect on Chalamet’s Growth
Following the release of “Dune,” the second most essential Timothée Chalamet-related piece of news from the past two months is the discovery of his YouTube channel, ModdedController360.
Arts Vanity: Top Five Scariest Twitter Stanbases
To write this piece, I know I must tread lightly. I have once tried my chances, taken a major risk, and unfortunately fallen victim to the wrath of angry stans on Twitter.
Arts Vanity: Bad Queer Art: A Sampling
I have decided to come clean: There have been points in my life where I have indulged in some bad queer art. Sometimes, at the end of a long day, I just want to cradle the $3 lesbian flag that I got from some horrifying Target pride sale.
Arts Vanity: In the Mood for Films
My biggest goal as film executive has always been to nudge writers into loving film, and helping them find new films to love. Nothing has touched me more than having a writer or exec say that I’ve changed how they view films.
‘La Fama’ Review: Rosalía and The Weeknd Pick Fame Over Love
“La Fama” is nothing like the other collaboration between the Rosalía and The Weeknd, the attention to detail on its production being its main novel attribute.
Arts Vanity: On My Love-Hate Relationship with ‘Inception’
At the end of the day, my opinion of “Inception” at any given moment has much more to do with my current state of mind than anything else.
Arts Vanity: ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ is Responsible for 99% of my Emotional Intelligence
I believe “Avatar” should be required viewing for everyone, everywhere.
Single Review: Jennifer Lopez’s ‘On My Way’ is an Advertisement, Not a Love Song
Much like the premise of Lopez's upcoming movie "Marry Me," the song “On My Way” is equally cliché.
Top 10 Films of 2021
The Crimson Arts Board presents its favorite films of the year, from "Encanto" to "Drive My Car."
‘Split’ by NIKI: A Collective Memory of Home
With the upcoming holiday season, “Split” is not only NIKI’s memoir but also a warm reminder for the listeners to reflect on and renew their appreciation for “home.”
Olivia Rodrigo’s Tiny Desk (Home) Concert: Not Your Average DMV Trip
Rodrigo couldn’t have chosen a better venue for her Dec. 7 NPR Tiny Desk (home) concert than a vacant DMV office, whose “interesting vibes” she noted during her set of four songs from “SOUR.”
Album Review: Sufjan Stevens and Angelo de Augustine Assume ‘A Beginner’s Mind’
The album beautifully complements each artist’s past monumental works while pushing both to a previously unexplored sound featuring electric guitar, fuller production, and dynamic song structures.
Arts Vanity: My Life as an Amateur Interior Dorm Designer
Many underestimate the power of a few household garnishes here and there, but interior dorm design isn’t something one can pick up willy-nilly.
Top 10 Albums of 2021
The Crimson Arts Board presents its musical favorites of the year, from "Heaux Tales" to "Call Me If You Get Lost."
‘Between Us’ Review: Little Mix’s Power of Sisterhood Remains
“Between Us” revolves around the power of sisterhood and friendship that has been a theme for Little Mix through all of their years in the spotlight.
Arts Vanity: A Reflection on DCOMs and the Revolutionary Vision of ‘Lemonade Mouth’
Incoming TV Executive Jamila O’Hara staunchly believes that “High School Musical 2” is way better than “High School Musical.”