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Neurologist Michel Ferrari Links Picasso's Cubism to Migraine Aura opinion-review
Dutch neurologist Michel Ferrari has proposed that Pablo Picasso's migraines served as the hidden muse behind his Cubist innovations. The hypothesis emerged during Ferrari's visit…
Miguel Ángel Díaz Camacho Examines Materiality in Adolf Loos's Interiors opinion-review
In "La materia inevitable," architect Miguel Ángel Díaz Camacho explores the relationship between architecture and personal memory, highlighting sensory elements such as vintage…
Alejandro González Iñárritu's 'Digger' Starring Tom Cruise Faces Critical and Commercial Collapse opinion-review
Alejandro González Iñárritu's new film 'Digger' has been critically panned worldwide. The Boston Globe gave it 0 stars, while The Guardian called it "shallow, laborious" and "the…
Barney Davey Challenges the Six-Figure Art Business Goal in New Essay opinion-review
In a recent essay, Barney Davey questions the widespread assumption that artists should aim for a six-figure art business. Drawing on his experience breaking through that…
Dialogik als Gegenmittel zum Krieg: Martin Bubers Prinzip und seine Rezeption opinion-review
Der Artikel beleuchtet die philosophische Tradition der Dialogik als Antwort auf kriegerische Konflikte, insbesondere in der Ukraine und in Gaza. Bereits 1923 beschrieb Martin…
Gallery Strategist Argues Monumental Artworks Can Reshape an Artist's Career and Sales opinion-review
A gallery manager and artist advisor contends that monumental artworks can significantly boost careers when handled with care, notwithstanding their higher costs and storage…
LitHub Asks Whether Romance Novels Can Address a Reading Crisis Among Straight Men opinion-review
Romance is currently sustaining the publishing industry, yet the genre has traditionally been marketed toward women and queer readers, leading some straight men to feel shame…
Fujifilm X half Review: How a Constrained Camera Reshapes Composition opinion-review
In an essay featured on PetaPixel, an amateur photographer shares insights about the Fujifilm X half, a camera that captures JPEGs exclusively, equipped with a Type 1 sensor and a…
Elsa-Sophie Jach inszeniert „König Lear“ am Münchner Residenztheater opinion-review
Am Münchner Residenztheater inszeniert Elsa-Sophie Jach William Shakespeares Tragödie „König Lear“. Die monumentale Tragödie weist laut der Produktion starke Bezüge zur Gegenwart…
Roberto Bilotti Appeals to Italian Government to Restore Art Donation Tax Deductions Ahead of 2027 Budget opinion-review
Roberto Bilotti, a collector and member of the scientific committee at Museo Carlo Bilotti, has released an open letter to the Italian government, advocating for a revision of…
The New Yorker's Midterm Warning: Trump's Unraveling and the Wreckage Ahead opinion-review
The New Yorker advises skepticism regarding predictions of a midterm blue wave, pointing to unreliable polling data and the influence of affluent campaign financing. Mark Milley…
Ulrich Siegmund Essay in Süddeutsche Zeitung Critiques AfD's "Kulturfremd" Concept opinion-review
Ulrich Siegmund's essay "Die Lüge der Zukurzgekommenen," published in the Süddeutsche Zeitung, attacks the AfD's use of the term "kulturfremd" to designate people it wants removed…
Dacia Maraini Criticizes US Livestream Execution, Cites Beccaria in Corriere della Sera Essay opinion-review
In an article published in Corriere della Sera on 9 October 2026, titled "La vendetta non è giustizia," Italian author Dacia Maraini expresses her disapproval of the United…
Arnold Schönbergs „Moses und Aron“ in Basel: Rieselnde Ratlosigkeit opinion-review
Arnold Schönberg wandte sich erst spät dem Judentum zu, ein Thema, das auch seine Oper „Moses und Aron“ durchzieht. Eine Aufführung dieses Werks in Basel wird für das staunende…
Balcani: Viaggio nella Krajina croata tra rovine socialiste e silenzi opinion-review
Un articolo di Giampiero Comolli e Anita Romanello, pubblicato su Doppiozero, descrive un viaggio nella Krajina croata. La narrazione si svolge quasi all'ora di pranzo, con…
Digger: Massimo Cotugno e Anita Romanello tra fastidio e apocalisse su Doppiozero opinion-review
Il testo pubblicato su Doppiozero, firmato da Massimo Cotugno e Anita Romanello e datato domenica 11 ottobre 2026, si intitola "Il fastidio e l'apocalisse: Digger". L'articolo…
Il male da Eichmann alla Blue Whale: un'analisi sulla moltiplicazione del male nella società contemporanea opinion-review
Il 11 ottobre 1961, a Gerusalemme, ebbe inizio il processo contro Adolf Eichmann, un alto funzionario nazista considerato da Hannah Arendt un emblema del "male banale". Francesco…
Dante's Inferno Reimagined for Millennials in the Modern Metropolis opinion-review
In a cultural analysis featured in MIfacciodiCultura, Giulia Fusè reinterprets Dante Alighieri's Inferno within the framework of modern urban experiences. She draws a connection…
« Pourquoi les gens qui sèment » : une Antigone moderne au Théâtre Lepic opinion-review
Au Théâtre Lepic, quatre comédiens défendent leur conscience dans « Pourquoi les gens qui sèment », un spectacle écrit et mis en scène par Sébastien Biseau, également directeur de…
Viltrox EVO 26mm f/2.8 Review: A $299 Pancake Lens for Full-Frame Cameras opinion-review
Viltrox has introduced the EVO 26mm f/2.8, a compact pancake lens for full-frame cameras, retailing at $299. This lens is compatible with Sony E-mount and Nikon Z-mount systems.…
Hyperallergic Editor Reflects on Art, Politics, and Generation 6-7 opinion-review
In an editorial note, Hakim Bishara, the editor-in-chief of Hyperallergic, shares insights on personal and cultural experiences, expressing his dissatisfaction with a podcast from…
Italian Archives Face Risk of Oblivion, Not Just Decay, Argues Stefano Monti opinion-review
In an article for Artribune, Stefano Monti highlights the looming danger of irrelevance facing Italy's documentary heritage due to neglect, a concern underscored following the…
The Good-Hang Economy: How Podcasts Rewired American Comedy opinion-review
A notebook from New Yorker critics suggests that comedy podcasts have surpassed film and television as the leading form of American humor, highlighting their unique tone and…
Chris Rock's "Misty Green" Satirizes Hollywood with Rosalind Eleazar and Daniel Kaluuya opinion-review
Chris Rock wrote and directed "Misty Green," a dark Hollywood satire starring Rosalind Eleazar as a faded actor squatting in a Santa Monica apartment after her wealthy boyfriend's…
Arnaud Desplechin's "La Musica deuxième" at Théâtre du Vieux-Colombier Draws Criticism for Melodrama opinion-review
At the Théâtre du Vieux-Colombier, director Arnaud Desplechin stages "La Musica deuxième," a play by Marguerite Duras that depicts a confrontation between a woman and a man as…
Jules Sagot and Christophe Montenez's Eco-Anxiety Farce at Bouffes du Nord opinion-review
At the Bouffes du Nord theatre in Paris, a theatrical piece titled "Dans le ventre des cerveaux" is being staged, conceived by Jules Sagot and Christophe Montenez. Described as a…
S/S 2027 Fashion Trends: Skirt Renaissance, Lightness, and Floral Motifs Dominate Runways opinion-review
The Spring/Summer 2027 collections wrapped up in Paris, following showcases in New York, London, and Milan, highlighting five trends identified by Wallpaper* editors. This season,…
Alisia Viola on Curating as Care for the Present: Upcoming Projects at ArtVerona, Treviso, Naples and Milan opinion-review
In an interview with Collezione da Tiffany, Milan-born curator Alisia Viola (b. 1995) shares insights into her curatorial philosophy, highlighting the importance of addressing…
Financial Times Essay Challenges 1990s Nostalgia as Rose-Tinted opinion-review
A Financial Times opinion piece argues that nostalgia for the 1990s is overly romanticized. The essay opens by noting the flattering belief that one's own generation could have…
Arte: immaginare ecologie — Luigi Bonfante e Anita Romanello su Doppiozero opinion-review
Il testo firmato da Luigi Bonfante e Anita Romanello, pubblicato su Doppiozero con data 10/10/2026, affronta il rapporto tra arte ed ecologia. Secondo gli autori, mentre la…
Monocle Column Argues Purpose, Not Retirement, Extends Life opinion-review
In a Monocle column, Andrew Tuck challenges the concept of retirement, arguing that purpose is essential for longevity. He recounts his brother-in-law Phil's bet with the family…
Eve Arnold's Photographs of Marilyn Monroe Examined in Essay on Fashion Photography opinion-review
In a piece for MIFaccioDiCultura, Federica Maria Marrella examines Eve Arnold's portrayal of Marilyn Monroe through the lens of fashion photography, featured on Artspecialday.…
Vogue Recaps American Horror Story Season 13 Episode 7 with 25 Thoughts opinion-review
Vogue published a recap of American Horror Story Season 13, Episode 7, titled "The Baddest Witch of Them All," which aired as part of back-to-back episodes. The recap, framed as…
Critica alla mostra "I colori del Mediterraneo": Marino Marini e Joan Miró a confronto opinion-review
La mostra "I colori del Mediterraneo", che mette a confronto Marino Marini e Joan Miró, è oggetto di una recensione scritta da Alex D'Alise per MIfacciodiCultura e pubblicata su…
EU Report Labels China "Decisive Enabler" of Russia, Calls for Taiwan Strait Naval Presence opinion-review
A recent report by the European Parliament highlights China's role as a key ally of Russia and warns about the potential dangers posed by its industrial policies to the European…
Julian Radlmaier's 'Phantoms of July' Screens as AfD Wins Election in Saxony-Anhalt opinion-review
On September 6, Sunday, audiences viewed Julian Radlmaier's 'Phantoms of July' (2025), which tells the story of three individuals: a German woman who robs for love, an Iranian…
Editor Calls for Little Magazines to Review More New Books opinion-review
Ross Elliot Barkan, editor-in-chief and co-founder of The Metropolitan Review, argues that literary magazines should review more new books. Responding to Naomi Kanakia's essay on…
Sex Ruled the Spring 2027 Runways, but Each Fashion Capital Spoke a Different Language opinion-review
Sex was a dominant theme across the spring 2027 collections, though each fashion capital interpreted it differently. New York favored polish and sleek sportswear, yet younger…
Fujifilm Instax Wide Film Review: Instant Film's Enduring Appeal opinion-review
Fujifilm's Instax Wide film is experiencing significant popularity, celebrated for its reliable image quality that yields vivid, saturated photographs. Rated at ISO 800, it…
Alain Françon's "La Folle Journée ou le Mariage de Figaro" Triumphs at Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin opinion-review
At the Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin in Paris, Alain Françon directs a vibrant production of Beaumarchais's "La Folle Journée ou le Mariage de Figaro," with Vincent Dedienne as…

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