Kontinental '25 review scattergun satire on a tour of Romania's social illsRadu Jude's film critiques Romania's political and social malaise through satire, addressing racism, nationalism, and a preoccupation with real estate development.
Here lives the monster's brain': the man who exposed Switzerland's dirty secretsJean Ziegler critiques Switzerland's global influence and moral implications of its banking practices.
On Haggis and Donald Trump - emptywheelThe article critiques the Trump administration's actions while invoking Robert Burns' values of worth beyond wealth.
It's Time to Stop Fetishizing CapitalismCapitalism is an obsessive fixation that distorts reality, perpetuates inequality, and overlooks the suffering of the many in favor of the few.
Shyam Benegal obituaryShyam Benegal was a key figure in parallel cinema, known for socially committed films contrasting the escapism of Bollywood.
Artist rejects deal with Icelandic company implicated in Fishrot scandalOdee rejects Samherji's offer to stop his critique on corruption, asserting the importance of art in exposing societal issues.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Jake Troyli Has Us on a "Collision Course"Troyli's work examines the intersection of identity, conflict, and social commentary through a modern lens.
Artist rejects deal with Icelandic company implicated in Fishrot scandalOdee rejects Samherji's offer to stop his critique on corruption, asserting the importance of art in exposing societal issues.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Jake Troyli Has Us on a "Collision Course"Troyli's work examines the intersection of identity, conflict, and social commentary through a modern lens.
Move Over, Charlie Brown: Lessons From The Boondocks' Christmas SpecialA Charlie Brown Christmas uniquely embraces the weight of the holiday spirit beyond commercialism, influencing later holiday specials to reflect on deeper themes.
From 'The Exorcist' to 'Heretic,' why holy horror can be a hit with moviegoers"Heretic" explores the intersection of horror and religion, highlighting how both mediums address faith, choice, and cultural anxieties.
Feeling Lost in Oz?The Wizard of Oz serves as an allegory for the illusion of power, the pursuit of happiness through wealth, and self-discovery amidst societal chaos.
You're More Than Your DataPrivacy is essential for meaningful personal and public lives, countering the effects of constant surveillance.
How to Give Neurotic Losers the Main Character TreatmentTony Tulathimutte's 'Rejection' uniquely explores millennial disorder with humor and depth, offering sharp social critiques through interrelated stories.
Juxtapoz Magazine - ADOR is "Familiar Yet Foreign" in Los AngelesADOR combines contemporary art with social critique through whimsical murals, challenging perception and addressing complex issues with humor.
How to Give Neurotic Losers the Main Character TreatmentTony Tulathimutte's 'Rejection' uniquely explores millennial disorder with humor and depth, offering sharp social critiques through interrelated stories.
Juxtapoz Magazine - ADOR is "Familiar Yet Foreign" in Los AngelesADOR combines contemporary art with social critique through whimsical murals, challenging perception and addressing complex issues with humor.
Tulsa King Recap: School's OutDwight Manfredi critiques modern education, seeing it as overly progressive and detrimental to children's preparation for a harsh world.
Pulitzer Prizes 2024: A Guide to the Winning Books and FinalistsEighteen books were recognized for Pulitzer Prizes in various categories, exploring diverse themes such as survival, aging, and historical hypocrisies.
Performance poet Dr. John Cooper Clarke masters the art of wordplay - Metro PhiladelphiaDr. John Cooper Clarke blends humor and social critique in his poetry, reflecting on aging and societal issues.
Pulitzer Prizes 2024: A Guide to the Winning Books and FinalistsEighteen books were recognized for Pulitzer Prizes in various categories, exploring diverse themes such as survival, aging, and historical hypocrisies.
Performance poet Dr. John Cooper Clarke masters the art of wordplay - Metro PhiladelphiaDr. John Cooper Clarke blends humor and social critique in his poetry, reflecting on aging and societal issues.
In his poem 'London', William Blake crafted a bleak vision of the city he loved | Aeon VideosBlake's 'London' provides a stark critique of the social and spiritual decay in 18th-century London influenced by industrial change.
Die Mode and Trille Ignite Minds with Mesmerizing New Single "UFO" - KALTBLUT MagazineDie Mode and Trille's 'UFO' blends social critique with a romantic vision, conveying hope amid the challenges of hyper-capitalism.
Crossroads Offers the Most Idiosyncratic Films You'll See All YearThe article discusses avant-garde cinema's exploration of themes like alienation and societal critique through various short films.