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Ridley Scott’s film Napoleon attempts to capture France’s multi-layered Emperor, who played the part of military master-mind, dictator, and harbinger of both political stability and oppression. (Image Credit: François Gérard, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons)

Ridley Scott’s ‘Napoleon’ – Applauded by the English and Loathed by the French

Rossitsa Mina Petrova, Staff Reporter February 10, 2024

Ridley Scott’s recent film Napoleon is a massive historical epic based on the military career of France’s early 18th century Emperor, Napoleon Bonaparte. Although acclaimed by American critics, the...

 Here is a photograph taken of Priscilla Presley in 2003, years after her relationship with Elvis. (Photo Credit: ChicagoEye from Chicago, U.S. of A, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons)

Removing Society’s Rose Colored Glasses: A Review of Sofia Coppola’s ‘Priscilla’

Bethany Karlinsky, Staff Reporter February 10, 2024

The opening scene of bare feet on a plush pink rug and the application of makeup to 'Going Home' by Alice Coltrane immediately sets the eerie, feminine tone for Sofia Coppola’s new feature film Priscilla,...

During the seventh century, the Byzantine Empire lost grip on Northern African when the Arabs began to invade. Islam started to spread throughout the region as well.

‘Africa & Byzantium’ at the MET: A Stunning Look at One of History’s Overlooked Stories

Amy Beloume, Staff Reporter February 6, 2024

The Metropolitan Art Museum, commonly known as the MET, is one of the world’s largest art museums, with 5,000 years of world history on display. The MET is a global institution, centering on art from...

The Anna Wintour Costume Center hosts an annual exhibition each year. This year, Women Dressing Women features the work of over seventy womenswear designers.

Unveiling the Fashion Industry: A Review of ‘Women Dressing Women’ at the MET

Frances Auth, Staff Reporter February 2, 2024

Since the beginning of the 20th century, women’s fashion has gone through metamorphosis. From beautifully subtle tea dresses to comfortable loungewear, the intricacies of women’s fashion have evolved...

This photograph was taken on February 1st, 1980, while Stevie Nicks was on tour for Tusk. It features her playing the tambourine, an instrument that she picked up during her time with Fritz, in order to give her something to do on stage. She stuck with playing it throughout her career, making it an iconic part of her image. 
(Photo Credit: Awil916, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons)

Stevie Nicks: A Life Through Music

Willa Huber, Staff Reporter January 26, 2024

Even from the back row, there is no mistaking the passion that reigns within the singer. She raises her arms and breathes in the golden dust, basking in the sound that she has created. The drums begin...

As AI takes the stage in the music industry, it’s not just playing the old tunes. It’s composing a new symphony, conducting patterns in data, and orchestrating a harmony between technology and creativity. But as the music wanes, questions about originality and copyright strike a dissonant chord. (Photo Credit: Feliphe Schiarolli / Unsplash)

Striking a Chord: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Music Industry

Ashley Chen, Staff Reporter January 26, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been making waves in a multitude of industries, from revolutionizing healthcare to transforming the finance field – but what about its impact on the music industry?  Over...

“To render my works properly requires a combination of extreme precision and irresistible verve, a regulated vehemence, a dreamy tenderness, and an almost morbid melancholy,” said Hector Berlioz. (Photo Credit: Charles Reutlinger, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons)

A Story Through a Symphony: Hector Berlioz’s ‘Symphonie Fantastique’

Bianca Quddus, Staff Reporter January 26, 2024

Amid the resplendent ambiance of a dimly lit nineteenth-century Parisian concert hall, a musical reverie unfolded with an uncanny paradox. The audience, adorned in their evening finest, found themselves...

Here is a crocheted, stuffed toy of Perry the Platypus made by the daughter of Bronx Science math teacher Ms. Lerohl. Ms. Lerohl thoroughly enjoyed watching Phineas and Ferb with her kids when it first aired, and she now frequently discusses the show with her A.P. Calculus BC students.

The Nostalgia-Inator: ‘Phineas and Ferb’ and Its Celebrated Legacy

Kate Hankin, Staff Reporter January 26, 2024

Even though I don’t graduate for another five months, and I don’t officially enter adulthood for another ten, I’ve already begun feeling nostalgic for my childhood. Some of my fondest memories are...

The following exclusive interview with Lindsay-Abaire illuminates the creative process of one of the best playwrights in America today. (Photo Credit: The Tony Awards, CC BY 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons)

Inside the Mind of Mastery: Unveiling the Secrets Behind ‘Kimberly Akimbo’ with David Lindsay-Abaire

Isabel Goldfarb, Staff Reporter January 26, 2024

Kimberly Levaco is not your average teenager from Bergen County. Just like a  “normal” teenager, Kimberly faces struggles in her relationship with her parents, her friends, and herself. However, Kimberly...

Taylor Swifts 1989 world tour had 52 shows spanning from Asia and Australia to Europe and North America, while featuring countless special guests. (Photo Credit: GabboT, CC BY-SA 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons)

Revisiting Taylor Swift’s Most Iconic Album With ‘1989 Taylor’s Version’

Jiangzhuo Wu, Staff Reporter January 26, 2024

When Taylor Swift said 'Speak now,' she meant it. She’s spoken out about real-world issues and her life in interviews, online, and especially in her songs. The re-recordings of her albums are incredibly...

J.C. Leyendecker continues to inspire artists of today with his illustrations of grandeur and skill. Photo Credit: Unidentified photographer, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

The Story of Joseph Christian Leyendecker

Katherine Han, Staff Reporter January 26, 2024

Debonair men, cherubim babies, and a merry Santa Claus. The subjects in Joseph Christian “J.C.” Leyendecker’s art came in many different forms, but the recognizable hatchwork and smooth curves used...

Since starting off as teenagers in Rome, Italy, Måneskin has forged their way through the music industry through their unique sense of style and biting sound. (Photo Credit: Paolo Santambrogio, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons)

The Rise of Måneskin: From Rome to The Grammys

Krisha Soni, Staff Reporter January 26, 2024

The crowd is silent. Their only view of the stage is two closed doors. Then the camera begins moving, and the doors swing wide open to reveal four figures clad in red leather as the beginning notes...

Here is a photo of Tokyo, Japan, where the studio MADHOUSE is located in as well as many other companies that helped produce the work. (Photo Credit: Takashi Miyazaki, Unsplash)

The Beautiful Writing of ‘Frieren Beyond Journey’s End’ (‘Sousou No Frieren’), a Unique Take On a Fantasy Story

Marley Lee-Kang, Arts & Entertainment Editor January 25, 2024

Now everything is over. The Villain has been vanquished and the remnants of his army are fleeing across the lands. The Heroes stand victorious. Finally after ten years, their journey has come to an end....

A moment of family fun is often surrounded by a television screen. (Photo Credit: krakenimages / Unsplash)

From ‘For Real Life?’ to Real Life: An Analysis of Bluey,’ the Australian Animated Series

Desara Zejnati, Staff Reporter January 24, 2024

Times are changing, and now everything rests in the hands of a frequently overlooked group of individuals who have yet to receive an education on the concept of tax deductions. Children, bearing a new...

When I bought the Barnes and Noble exclusive edition of the ‘Chalice of the Gods,’ I received a free camp half blood sticker with my purchase.

Book Review of ‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Chalice of the Gods’

Sophia Markens, Staff Reporter January 24, 2024

“Things couldn’t get worse when your parents run the universe.” The lyrics to the 2014 musical adaptation of ‘The Lightning Thief’ still ring true to the life of our favorite Greek hero. Since...

Here is a still from a promotional interview with the cast of It’s Okay to Not Be Okay, conducted by Elle Taiwan. Here, Oh Jung-se explains his learning process and how he felt that he had little knowledge on autism before he played the character of Moon Sang-tae. Oh elaborates that he had to carefully do his research and that he is prepared to “learn everything. 
(Photo Credit: ELLE TAIWAN, CC BY 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons)

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: The Portrayal of Autism in the Media

Arianna Hwang, Staff Reporter January 16, 2024

Over the summer, I was scrolling through Netflix, itching to quell my boredom. I came across several promising series, two of which were Korean dramas (commonly shortened to Kdramas). Coincidentally, both...

Henri Matisse’s Open Window, Collioure is a vibrant oil painting, depicting Matisse’s view from his studio overlooking the Port d’Avall Cove. With its striking colors and intricate brushstrokes, it is not difficult to grasp why Open Window, Collioure is classified as one of Matisse’s greatest Fauvist works.

‘Vertigo of Color’: Fauvism Unveiled at the Met

Simone Ginsberg, Staff Reporter January 4, 2024

Nestled in the Robert Lehman Wing of the Metropolitan Museum of Art lies a gallery of blazing hues, beckoning visitors to immerse themselves in the dynamic world of Fauvist art. Initially opened on Friday,...

Olivia Rodrigo made her White House debut to talk about the importance of youth vaccination. 
(Photo Credit: Lawrence Jackson, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons)

Olivia Rodrigo: A Global Superstar or Industry Baby?

Saldon Tenzin, Staff Reporter January 2, 2024

With the debut of yet another hit album, GUTS, Olivia Rodrigo seems to be making a permanent mark on the entertainment industry, but it’s certainly not resting well with everyone.  The three time...

Here are selected works from Emilio Ambasz, located in Spain, Japan, and the United States, respectively. Each work utilizes aspects of green poetics and contributes to the environmentally friendly architecture of today.

Brought Under the Spotlight: ‘Emerging Ecologies: Architecture and the Rise of Environmentalism’ at the MoMA

Dara King, Staff Reporter December 27, 2023

Upon entering the Emilio Ambasz Institute at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), I could sense the historical tension of environmentalism merging with architecture. Looking past the blaring yellow sign,...

One can explore the intensity of German Expressionism by visiting Max Beckmann: The Formative Years, 1915-1925 currently on view at the Neue Galerie.

The Crucible of ‘Max Beckmann: The Formative Years,1915-1925’ at the Neue Galerie

Isabel Goldfarb, Staff Reporter December 27, 2023

“Beckmann is not a very nice man. Beckmann had the bad luck not to have been endowed by nature with a moneymaking talent, but rather with a talent for painting. Beckmann is hardworking. Beckmann...

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