Arts Blog
‘Legally Blonde’ at 20: It’s Not a Love Story
Ultimately, “Legally Blonde” is an uplifting movie about believing in yourself, and expecting more from yourself even when others don’t. And 20 years later, it still holds up.
Top 5: Sports Jerseys Right Now
The Arts Board has selected the best jersey from each of the U.S.’s five major sports leagues in circulation right now so that you can pick a favorite.
Music Video Breakdown: “Show Me Up” by Lil Tecca
The physical and temporal distortion of the video are the perfect backdrop to the trance-like song that they are meant to represent.
Movie Trailer Breakdown: ‘Black Widow’
The Marvel Cinematic Universe’s newest “Black Widow” trailer, though not revealing much more than prior teasers, is excellently crafted.
Music Video Breakdown: ‘Kiss Me More’
Pop, hip-hop, and R&B artist Doja Cat released a music video to her newest single “Kiss Me More ft. SZA,” and the internet ate it up.
What The Hell Happened: BTS and McDonald’s Collaborate on the ‘BTS Meal’
Move over Travis Scott Burger, there’s a new collaboration in town. Who better to become the next face of a global, viral campaign than the insanely popular K-pop powerhouse — BTS?
Movie Trailer Breakdown: ‘F9’
After being delayed for more than a year due to the coronavirus pandemic, the ninth installment of the “Fast & Furious” franchise is finally within sight, with a June 25 release.
Custody or Captivity? Britney Spears and the Problem with California’s Conservatorship Laws
On Feb. 1, 2008, a California court handed over control of Britney Spears’ life and finances to her father, Jamie.
What to Expect From the GameStop Movies
After the buying of long positions, through which Redditors held onto the GameStop’s stock as hedge fund managers shorted it last month, Netflix, MGM, and HBO all optioned the rights to the “saga” for future movies and docuseries.
Top Five: The 27th SAG Awards Red Carpet’s Best Dressed Stars
These stars managed to deliver amazing looks even from home, setting the bar higher for the 28th SAG Awards next year.
Music Video Breakdown: ‘Montero (Call Me By Your Name)’
A story of queer repression, Lil Nas X plays with biblical references in “Montero (Call Me By Your Name),” while reclaimingownership of his identity as a gay man.
Trailer Breakdown: ‘Loki’
The newest trailer for “Loki” is as chaotic and intriguing as the beloved Marvel Cinematic Universe villain himself.
What the Hell Happened: Chet Hanks Declares ‘White Boy Summer’
According to Chet Hanks, a rapper, actor, and the eccentric son of actor Tom Hanks, 2021 will usher in a new age — a White Boy Summer.
NFTs: Between Cryptocurrency and Art
Non-fungible tokens stretch the definition of ownership, force us to rethink what it means to collect art, and rely on technology that, to many, seems esoteric.
Music Video Breakdown: ‘Gone’ by Rosé
Two years after first recording the track and just over two months after its widely acclaimed debut at Blackpink’s virtual concert, Rosé finally shared the music video for “Gone” on April 4.
What the Hell Happened: LaKeith Stanfield Snubbed for 2021 Oscars
LaKeith Stanfield was nominated in the category for Best Actor in a Supporting Role though his role in "Judas and the Black Messiah" deserved Best Actor in a Leading Role.
What the Hell Happened: Lil Nas X Starts A Culture War
Chock-full of Biblical allusions and references to Lil Nas X’s own sexual experiences with a man, the song and accompanying music video seem designed to elicit religious conservative outrage.
I’ll Always Remember You: Celebrating 15 Years of ‘Hannah Montana’
“Hannah Montana” first aired on March 24, 2006, and this past week marked its 15th anniversary.
What the Hell Happened: Shrimp Tails in Cinnamon Toast Crunch
On March 22, Jensen Karp tweeted this picture with the caption “why are there shrimp tails in my cereal?” and within hours, whe Twitter-verse exploded.
Influencers-Turned-Singers Will Continue Forever
In an unsurprising move, TikTok star Addison Rae released her debut single “Obsessed” this month, a short song that highlights self-love and empowerment.
What the Hell Happened: Kylie Jenner Asks Fans to Pay Makeup Artist’s Medical Bills
Kylie Jenner sparked outrage after a simple post on her Instagram story asking her fans to donate to the GoFundMe of Samuel Rauda, a makeup artist Jenner has worked with.
Harry Styles Can No Longer Be the Face Behind the Battle Against Toxic Masculinity
Harry Styles has consistently mixed elements of both masculinity and femininity into his sense of style, but why has he since become the poster child for challenging toxic masculinity?