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• Street Photography's Ethical Line: When Documenting Becomes Violation opinion-review

  The ethics of street photography have come under scrutiny once again due to a case in Milan. A photographer captured thousands of unsolicited images of women, including intimate…

• Jenny Wu Links Datacenters to Slaughterhouses in ArtReview Essay opinion-review

  In her essay for ArtReview, Jenny Wu draws parallels between modern datacenters and historical slaughterhouses, both serving as concealed infrastructures engaged in 'dirty' tasks.…

• Queer Palestinian in Berlin: After CSD Attack, Identity and Prejudice opinion-review

  In the aftermath of the attack on the CSD parade in Berlin on July 25, a queer Palestinian author describes how the victims were quickly overshadowed by political…

• Review: 'Rama Bhima Soma' Fails to Capture Karnataka's Cultural Diversity opinion-review

  In a review published in ArtReview Asia's Spring 2025 issue, critic Deepa Bhasthi critiques Srikar Raghavan's debut book 'Rama Bhima Soma: Cultural Investigations into Modern…

• Amsterdam WorldPride 2024: Europe's Queer-Friendly Facade Under Scrutiny opinion-review

  During the Amsterdam WorldPride Canal Parade, the author reflects on the gap between Europe's progressive image and the reality of rising anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment. The Netherlands,…

• Confucius: The Philosopher Who Shaped China's Future by Looking to the Past opinion-review

  An opinion piece in the South China Morning Post examines how Confucius, two millennia before Marx and Hegel, developed a philosophical tradition that used history to construct…

• Merz's 2008 Book Predicts His Chancellorship: Marx's 150-Year-Old Quote Resonates opinion-review

  A commentary in the German newspaper der Freitag draws a parallel between Friedrich Merz's 2008 book 'Mehr Kapitalismus wagen' and a passage from Karl Marx's 'Das Kapital',…

• Elke Heidenreich's Linguistic Reflections on Contemporary Terms opinion-review

  In a recent column for Süddeutsche Zeitung, German author and literary critic Elke Heidenreich reflects on the evolution of language, noting that each era produces its own…

• Lucette ter Borg Reflects on a Career of Art Criticism and the Evolution of Taste opinion-review

  In a personal essay featured in Mister Motley, Dutch art critic Lucette ter Borg reflects on her nearly four-decade-long career and how her tastes have transformed. She likens the…

• Urologe Michael Kurz über Testosteron und Männlichkeit opinion-review

  In einem Interview mit der NZZ spricht der Urologe Michael Kurz über Männlichkeit und die Rolle von Testosteron. Kurz, der täglich mit Männern zu tun hat, die unter Lustlosigkeit,…

• Jeff VanderMeer's Non-Terra: A Critical Essay on Mythic Thought opinion-review

  In a recent essay published on doppiozero.com, authors Matteo Meschiari and Anita Romanello explore the resurgence of mythic thinking in contemporary culture, using Jeff…

• Fiddler on the Roof Review: Joyous Sydney Production Pulses with Life opinion-review

  The classic musical Fiddler on the Roof is currently being staged at the Theatre Royal Sydney, running until 3 October 2026. Directed by Jordan Fein, with Gary Abrahams as the…

• Democratic Socialists Urged to Adopt Pragmatism for Midterm Success opinion-review

  Following Abdul El-Sayed's victory in the Michigan state primary, moderate Democrats are preparing to counter the democratic-socialist movement within the party. The centrist…

• Nolan's 'The Odyssey': A Pyrrhic Victory for a Conscious Hero opinion-review

  The premiere of Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' (2026) showcased a star-studded cast, including Matt Damon in the role of Odysseus, Anne Hathaway as Penelope, Tom Holland…

• Artists Use Minerals to Question Tech Acceleration opinion-review

  In a new feature for Ocula Magazine, writer Neha Kale spotlights contemporary artists who employ minerals in their work to probe themes of interdependence and challenge the…

• Theatres and Cinemas Accused of 'Deafwashing' as Access Remains Marginal opinion-review

  An article featured in The Conversation's State of the Arts series highlights the exclusion of deaf audiences from theatres and cinemas, despite assertions of prioritizing access…

• George Lucas Defends AI in Film, Echoing Luddite Legacy opinion-review

  George Lucas, the acclaimed filmmaker, is advocating for the integration of artificial intelligence in the film industry. In a recent interview, he equated the resistance to AI…

• Sylvia Plath and Taylor Swift: A Cultural Analysis of Female Ambition and Taste Hierarchies opinion-review

  In Sleek Magazine, an essay delves into the literary and cultural ties between Taylor Swift and Sylvia Plath, drawing from Maggie Nelson's 'The Slicks: On Sylvia Plath and Taylor…

• Netflix's 'GIGN' vs Canal+'s 'Prisoner': French Gendarmerie Action vs British Prison Drama opinion-review

  Two new action-packed television series are drawing attention for their high-octane scenes and differing approaches to storytelling. 'GIGN', available on Netflix, focuses on the…

• John Caird Criticizes Broadway's Disneyfication and Unaffordability opinion-review

  In a recent interview, renowned theatre director John Caird, known for his work on Les Misérables, expressed strong criticism of Broadway's current state, describing it as…

• Ariana Grande's Body Becomes Subject of Public Debate opinion-review

  A recent discussion surrounding pop star Ariana Grande has ignited a conversation about the public's treatment of female bodies in the media. The debate was sparked by a video…

• Critic's dismissal of 'meaningless' exhibition misses the point of community art opinion-review

  In a personal piece for The Guardian, artist Reetu Sattar addresses the negative feedback her exhibition faced, particularly from a critic who deemed it 'meaningless.' She…

• The Daily Heller: A Fetish for Disaster Illustrations opinion-review

  In a recent installment of The Daily Heller on PRINT Magazine, Steven Heller explores the enduring human fascination with disaster imagery, tracing it back to the pre-screen era…

• The Godmother of the 'Conspiracy Mom': A 1960s Precedent opinion-review

  A recent article in The New Yorker revisits a figure from the 1960s who may be considered a precursor to the contemporary 'conspiracy mom' archetype. Sixty years ago, a woman in…

• Waidfluencerinnen: Frauen in der Jagd auf Instagram opinion-review

  Der Artikel in der Süddeutschen Zeitung rezensiert das Phänomen der "Waidfluencerinnen" – Frauen, die ihren Jagdschein machen und ihre Jagderlebnisse auf Social Media teilen. Die…

• Camonimania: Why the 'Italian System' Is Dead opinion-review

  An anonymous writer expresses concern over the increasing institutional backing for artist Chiara Camoni, suggesting it reveals flaws within Italy's art framework. After Camoni…

• Christopher Nolan's 'Odyssey' Omits Odysseus' 'Nobody' Trick, Raising Identity Questions opinion-review

  In a recent analysis by Paola Casella and Anita Romanello on Doppiozero, Christopher Nolan's adaptation of Homer's Odyssey is scrutinized for a notable omission: the episode with…

• Chinese Gamers Demand Authentic Representation in Game Characters opinion-review

  A new article from Sixth Tone explores the evolution of Chinese characters in video games, from the arcade era to the present day. Historically, Chinese fighters have been…

• The Lost Civic Life of Movie Rental Stores opinion-review

  Joshua M. Greenberg, author of "From Betamax to Blockbuster," reflects on the social and civic role of early video rental stores, arguing that they were more than transactional…

• Critique of New York's High-Tech Flexible Performance Venues opinion-review

  Architecture critic Justin Davidson reviews New York's Perelman Arts Center and The Shed, two state-of-the-art performance spaces engineered for versatility. In an article for…

• Edinburgh's New Tourist Levy: A Step Toward Regenerative Festival City? opinion-review

  As the Edinburgh Festival Fringe prepares to open with over 3,600 shows, Scotland's first visitor levy has come into effect, adding a 5% charge on overnight accommodation. The…

• Robert Irwin Criticizes AI's Impact on Photography and Conservation opinion-review

  Photographer and conservationist Robert Irwin, known for his award-winning wildlife photography and his role in continuing his family's conservation legacy, has spoken out against…

• Ryan Murphy's Adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis's 'The Shards' Falls Flat opinion-review

  Ryan Murphy's adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis's 2023 novel 'The Shards' has debuted, yet critics argue it falls short of the book's intricacies. Set in early 1980s Los Angeles,…

• Almodóvar's Funniest Film Yet: A Look at His Latest Work opinion-review

  Pedro Almodóvar's latest film, described as his funniest to date, is the subject of a recent article in the German newspaper 'der Freitag'. The piece, titled 'Frauen am Rande…

• 25 Sculptures That Shaped Modernity, Museums Pool Resources, and AfD's Bauhaus Critique opinion-review

  In T Magazine, M. H. Miller and Ruba Katrib identified 25 pivotal sculptures since 1945, igniting debate regarding the broad interpretation of sculpture. Kara Walker's 'A…

• Aging in Germany: Political Scientist Emanuel Richter Calls for New Forms of Engagement opinion-review

  In an interview with the Süddeutsche Zeitung, Aachen-based political scientist Emanuel Richter, aged 73, discusses the challenges and opportunities of Germany's aging population.…

• Reinhard Merkel on Pacifism and Ukraine War in Freitag Interview opinion-review

  In a recent interview with the German weekly newspaper der Freitag, legal scholar Reinhard Merkel revisits his controversial stance on the Ukraine war. Merkel was among the…

• Ostsee-Boykott wegen AfD-Wahlerfolg: Kommentar kritisiert Heuchelei opinion-review

  Nachdem die AfD bei der Bundestagswahl in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern 35 Prozent der Stimmen erhielt, haben viele Urlauber ihre Reisen an die Ostsee storniert. Hotels und Gaststätten…

• Olga Hohmann on Agnes Scherer's 'Three Wicked Games' at Salzburger Kunstverein opinion-review

  In a new essay for ArtReview, writer and performer Olga Hohmann reflects on Agnes Scherer's exhibition 'Three Wicked Games' at Salzburger Kunstverein. The installation features…

• Building a Resilient Art Business: Beyond Online Platforms opinion-review

  In a piece for Artsy Shark, Carolyn Edlund contends that artists should avoid relying entirely on platforms like Instagram, Google, and Etsy, which are affected by fluctuating…