Kathryn B. Klein
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Tennessee Plays Cat to Spiegelman’s ‘Maus’
“Maus” is an important book, the Holocaust is an important topic, and a graphic novel has the potential to be a uniquely suitable format for teaching 13- and 14-year-olds about such sensitive yet crucial subject matter.
What the Hell Happened: Gigi Hadid Claps Back
While this may seem like a simple, brief tweet in defense of her man, there are several layers to Hadid’s online takedown.
In Defense of Taylor Swift: A Review of ‘Miss Americana’
In "Miss Americana," director Lana Wilson paints a rich and compelling portrait of the person behind the celebrity.
Finding Cheer Amid Finals Drear
Holiday spirit can be found all around if you know where to look.
What the Hell Happened: John Oliver’s Secret Lawsuit
What is unexpected is the grand finale, an incredible five-minute dance sequence set among the bright lights of Time Square and littered with jokes at Murray’s expense. It is spectacular and cathartic. Words do not do it justice.
‘After’ Is a Bad Movie, But That Is Far From the Only Problem
We should not focus on “After” because it is unoriginal, boring, and bland. We should focus on “After” because it highlights a clear oversight in modern society.
‘Onward’ Goes Beyond Typical Disney Pixar Magic
While it takes place in a world in which magic is almost gone, it seems the Disney magic is still alive.
‘Living Undocumented’ is Difficult to Watch and That is Precisely Why Everyone Should
Lips tremble, voices quake, and tears escape. Shaking hands clasp rosaries and children clutch toys. Everything is precious, yet it could all be gone in a moment, and millions of adults and children alike live with that uncertainty every day.
Portrait of an Artist: Mick Rock
Known as “the man who shot the ’70s,” Mick Rock is a living legend in the world of music photography.
‘The Fountains of Silence’ Illuminates Spain’s Darkest Corners
In a masterwork of historical fiction, Ruta Sepetys creates a literary pilgrimage to Spain in 1957.