Film
The Stark Elegance of Song Without a Name, a Portrait of Inequality in Peru
Inspired by true events, Melina León’s debut drama is a captivating vision of unredeemed humanity.
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Required Reading
This week, a guerilla florist, on being human, pop music from North Africa, the politics of Hagia Sophia, police lies, bunny kisses, and more.
Books
Celebrating the "Wild Ladies" of Japanese Folklore
Aoko Matsuda's Where the Wild Ladies Are offers a fresh critique of Japan’s stance towards women.
Books
The Monumental and Human Poetry of Paul Valéry
The beauty and power of Valéry's best writing is undeniable, and the human dilemmas his work addresses remain with us.
Art
Take a Virtual Nature Walk at Wave Hill
The cultural center has successfully reimagined an exhibition to better suit an online presentation.
Art
When Writing Has No Meaning
Scrivere Disegnando is an exhibition of more than 300 works produced by 93 artists whose subject is imaginary language.
Art
Charles Yuen’s Time is Now
Yuen’s ambiguous works resist a simple or anecdotal reading while speaking to our apprehensions and paranoia.
Art
For Turkish Women Artists and Advocates, #challengeaccepted Is About More Than Just Selfies
As femicide rates continue to rise in the country, there’s more to consider than just the surface-level gesture of #womensupportingwomen.
Art
David Wojnarowicz's Little-known "Stoned" Drawings
Wojnarowicz created his "Stoned Sketchbook" as a teenager, but its loopy, delightful drawings foreshadow the mature artist's irresistible irreverence.
News
A Beirut Gallery Owner Speaks About the Devastation of the Explosion
“We are now in survival mode,” says Joumana Asseily, director and founder of Marfa’ Projects. “A week ago I was concerned about safety issues because of the pandemic but now my biggest worry is checking if everyone is safe and has a shelter.”
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New Museum Recalls Some Furloughed Workers, Union Calls for Greater Reform
“As they parade around their executive pay cuts, [director] Lisa Phillips is still making at least $500,000 while 25 people now have no income and no health insurance during a pandemic," the union said.
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Dallas Art Fair Will Not Reimburse Participants for Canceled 2020 Edition
As galleries struggle to stay afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic, exhibitors learned the fair will not reimburse participants for the booth fees they have already paid.