Novelty+ controversy+ attention-grabbing title sequence = approach to a successful movie As conception of new ideas becomes more difficult, filmmakers run the risk of being called imitative and boring. As a result, filmmakers today have adopted a new strategy to … Continue reading
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When one walks into the Metropolitan Museum of Art the first thing they’ll see is a large board broadcasting the prices for admission. Most people pay the full price, a few don’t. Those few are the ones who know about … Continue reading
As most teens around the country already know, Glee star, Corey Monteith passed away this past July. The report quickly spread throughout the Internet and social media, and teens all over the world were already commemorating the TV star. … Continue reading
By: Mariana Gurevich When we visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art, we are compelled to donate as much money as we can to the institution. Since the admission fee is simply suggested and not necessarily required, many claim that they … Continue reading
In an industry where sex sells and break-ups are a sure ticket to getting on Billboards top 100 hits, Lorde is emerging as possibly the last teen pop star to know about, or rather care about, world issues. Unlike Taylor … Continue reading
Art culture around the world seems to be changing rapidly along with the expansion or the internet. Now more than ever, national and even global exchanges can be made by anyone with internet connection. This allows anyone to buy and … Continue reading
We witness love everywhere we go and with everything we do. Whether it is a couple holding hands on a street corner, music that is sweet and romantic, or a piece of art that says “LOVE” sitting in the middle … Continue reading
Picture this (you probably won’t have to look too far): it’s hot outside. More than hot, it’s the hottest week of the summer (sound familiar?), and your dependence on air conditioner is less of the usual idleness and more of … Continue reading
If you haven’t heard the song “Royals” on the radio or in a shopping center over the past few weeks, you probably have not gone out much. The song is everywhere, currently ranking #12 on itunes, but will almost certainly … Continue reading
The suppression of opposing viewpoints that Hitler felt threatened his regime was key to the success of the Third Reich. Here, Nazi officials burn books by Jewish and communist authors. Destroying art is a crime. Defacing, vandalizing, or trying to … Continue reading