Month: April 2016
Richard Linklater Haunts Already Tomorrow in Hong Kong
As it gets to be more and more of a challenge to draw audiences in to sit through a romantic movie, writer-directors have to try [Read More…]
Me Him Her: It’s All About Sexualité
Max Landis’ buildup to his directorial debut, Me Him Her, has been a long time coming, particularly with the box office cachet of his major [Read More…]
Kim Kardashian Finally Finds a Real Cause Thanks to Wall Street Journal Snafu
Kim Kardashian, or Kim Kardashian West if you prefer more of a mouthful, isn’t exactly known for partaking in meaningful causes. Unless you count her [Read More…]
In The Azealia Banks/Beyoncé Beef, Banks Serves Some Harsh Truths
What would another day be without Azealia Banks being vexed by another person or entity? Her latest beef is with Beyoncé, a singer she feels gives [Read More…]
Letters To Juliet: A Romance That Offers More Than Cheese
It’s difficult to imagine William Shakespeare finding success in the modern era. So much of his message adheres to the rom-com formula that appears to [Read More…]
Beyoncé Makes Bitter Lemonade
“What a wicked way to treat the girl that loves you.” This lyric from the second track on Beyoncé’s sixth album (and sophomore “surprise” one), “Hold [Read More…]
“Ain’t Your Mama” Tears the Oedipus Complex a New Asshole
Regardless of the controversy surrounding Jennifer Lopez’s latest single (due its Dr. Luke-produced beats), the song has undeniable value when it comes to the very [Read More…]
Charli XCX Brings Us A Futuristic Grease 2 Tableau With “Vroom Vroom”
As Charli XCX continues down the path of prolific, her work has shown a remarkable ability to take risks in a short span of time. [Read More…]
April 21, The Day Sex & The 80s Died
For so long, Prince was what defined the concept of sexual ooze against a backdrop that seemed to perpetually exude 80s-chic aestheticism. With his unexpected [Read More…]
Rihanna Does Spring Breakers for “Needed Me” Video
As the singles seem to keep coming from Rihanna’s ANTI album, which has seemingly had a renaissance after a lackluster release, the Barbadian chanteuse continues [Read More…]