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• Rome lacks a historical museum of the city, argues Giovanni Borgianelli Spina opinion-review

  Giovanni Borgianelli Spina argues that Rome, despite its many museums, lacks a comprehensive historical museum that illustrates the city's development from its origins to the…

• Pasolini's warnings on media fascism and consumer society remain urgent opinion-review

  In a long-form essay on Artribune, Marcello Faletra argues that Pier Paolo Pasolini's critiques of mass media, consumerism, and creeping fascism are more relevant than ever in the…

• Irene Sofia Comi on the transformation of art criticism opinion-review

  Curator and critic Irene Sofia Comi argues that art criticism is not dead but evolving, needing to shed nostalgia and adapt to new formats like social media and independent…

• Ponte sullo Stretto: un'opera che divide più che unire opinion-review

  L'articolo analizza il progetto del Ponte sullo Stretto di Messina, sottolineando come esso rappresenti un caso emblematico di valore simbolico basato sulla sola ipotesi di…

• Italian Culture Minister Defends Fascist Squatters opinion-review

  Italian Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli has sparked controversy by suggesting that the far-right group Casa Pound could "align with legality" and should not be evicted from its…

• The Messina Strait Bridge: A Cultural and Symbolic Debate opinion-review

  Antonio Spadaro's article on Artribune critically examines the long-debated project of a bridge across the Strait of Messina, arguing that the proposal reduces a culturally and…

• Angela Vettese on the State of Art Criticism: Power Shift to Curators and Gallerists opinion-review

  In an interview with Artribune, art historian and critic Angela Vettese argues that art criticism has not ceased but has lost its power to determine artists' fortunes, a role now…

• Italian art critics debate the state of art writing: too theoretical, too fast, too shallow opinion-review

  An Artribune discussion on Italian art criticism emphasizes the need for writing that is straightforward and accessible for both artists and their audiences. Giorgio Di Domenico…

• Identity rhetoric in Italian cultural policy under scrutiny opinion-review

  Fabrizio Federici critiques the pervasive use of 'identity' and 'identitarian' in Italian cultural discourse, especially under the right-wing government. Former Culture Minister…

• Giulia Zompa: art criticism is transforming, not dying opinion-review

  Art critic and historian Giulia Zompa argues that art criticism is not dead but undergoing a transformation. She notes that militant criticism no longer exists, yet many still…

• Italy's Suburbs: Aesthetic Neglect and the Unfulfilled Promise of Smart Cities opinion-review

  A 2012 ANCI conference in Turin on Smart Cities sparked enthusiasm for energy grids, intelligent neighborhoods, urban regeneration, and digital cities, but few tangible results…

• Vincenzo Di Rosa on the Crisis and Transformation of Art Criticism opinion-review

  In an interview for Artribune's ongoing inquiry into the state of art criticism, researcher and critic Vincenzo Di Rosa argues that criticism never stopped but is in deep crisis,…

• Valentino Catricalà: il critico d'arte deve diversificare i linguaggi opinion-review

  Il curatore e critico d'arte contemporanea Valentino Catricalà sostiene che la critica d'arte non è al capolinea ma in trasformazione. In un contributo pubblicato su Artribune,…

• Can artists still create community? Public art and participation from Skulptur Projekte to Theaster Gates opinion-review

  The article traces the evolution of public art and community engagement from the 1977 launch of Skulptur Projekte in Münster, which challenged the museum model of Documenta, to…

• War Photography and Impotence: From Matthew Brady to Gaza opinion-review

  This article explores the progression of war photography, beginning with Matthew Brady's portrayal of the American Civil War (1861–1865). Brady, who lived from 1822 until 1896,…

• Erik Jones's Paintings Explore Beauty Through Vibrant Color Palettes opinion-review

  An article by Nastia Voynovskaya examines the artistic practice of Erik Jones, focusing on his distinctive use of color. The piece, published on August 12, 2025, by Hi-Fructose…

• Gender Disparity in Fashion Leadership: Only 4 of 17 Recent Creative Director Appointments Were Women opinion-review

  A new analysis reveals persistent gender inequality in fashion's top creative roles. In the last two years, only 4 of 17 new creative director appointments went to women. Major…

• Reassessing the Marshall Plan's Role in Post-WWII European Economic Recovery opinion-review

  An analysis challenges the common belief that American financial aid was the primary driver of Europe's rapid economic recovery after World War II. The article explores factors…

• Mid-Year Reflection on Artistic Practices and Collection Strategies opinion-review

  An article encourages artists and collectors to assess their progress midway through the year. For artists, it suggests evaluating success through workshop participation and…

• Maniscalco Gallery Blog Discusses Political Themes in Contemporary Context opinion-review

  A blog post on the Maniscalco Gallery website presents personal reflections on political and social conflicts, referencing various figures and groups. The author explores themes…

• Artists Urged to Act Amid Gaza Genocide opinion-review

  Marcello Faletra's opinion piece on Artribune criticizes artists for their delayed response to the genocide in Gaza, contrasting their silence with activists like Greta Thunberg…

• The Rise of 'Fake Artists': How Marketing Shapes the Art Market opinion-review

  The landscape of contemporary art is evolving, moving away from traditional masters towards so-called 'fake artists' whose notoriety is crafted through strategic marketing. New…

• Essay critiques photography's exploitation of marginalized subjects through historical and contemporary examples opinion-review

  Roma Estrada's essay, published on August 1, 2025, in Afterall's New Writing series, examines the ethics of photographing marginalized individuals. It begins with a personal…

• Vincenzo Trione on the Crisis of Art Criticism in Italy opinion-review

  Art historian Vincenzo Trione contends that art criticism in Italy has deteriorated into a state of confusion, akin to promotional materials. He links this regression to a…

• Italian Art Criticism Debate: Is It Dead or Transforming? opinion-review

  A multifaceted debate on the state of art criticism in Italy has resurfaced, driven by a 2023 conference and a controversial article by artist Gian Maria Tosatti. The conference…

• Tate Modern Approves Deficit Budget as Visitor Numbers Lag Pre-Pandemic Levels opinion-review

  The Tate Modern in London has approved a deficit budget for 2024-2025 due to slower-than-expected visitor recovery post-pandemic, despite growing attendance. The museum's trustees…

• Biopic musicali: quando il cinema incontra la musica opinion-review

  L'articolo esplora i migliori biopic musicali contemporanei, analizzando come questi film vadano oltre la semplice cronaca biografica per indagare il confine tra verità e…

• Why artists have stopped arguing: the decline of intellectual conflict in culture opinion-review

  Pericle Guaglianone argues that despite the perception of our era as overly combative, intellectual conflict among major figures in art and literature has virtually disappeared.…

• Beauty as an Antidote to Indifference in a World of Conflict opinion-review

  Angelo Argento's article on Artribune reexamines Dostoevsky's famous line "beauty will save the world" from The Idiot, arguing it has been misused as a superficial slogan. In…

• EU's AgoraEU Program Raises Concerns Over Cultural Homogenization opinion-review

  The European Union's new multiannual financial framework significantly increases cultural funding, notably through the creation of AgoraEU, an €8.6 billion program merging…

• Italian Author Discusses Persistent Fascist Legacy and Current Political Comparisons opinion-review

  An Italian author, described as the nation's literary conscience, commented on the enduring minimization of fascism in Italy over the past eighty years. She noted that…

• Damon Albarn advocates music as reconciliation amid Gaza war opinion-review

  In a recent interview, Damon Albarn of Blur proposed using music as a tool for dialogue and reconciliation in the context of the Gaza conflict. He criticized Bob Dylan's…

• Street art antimafia: tra populismo stanco e manierismo decorativo opinion-review

  L'articolo esamina l'espansione dei murales antimafia in Sicilia, mettendo in evidenza il nuovo lavoro di Andrea Buglisi, creato per commemorare il 33° anniversario della strage…

• Beyond GDP: Rethinking Tourism's Value in Italy opinion-review

  Stefano Monti argues that economic metrics alone cannot capture tourism's true value for Italy. He critiques current estimates, such as Eurostat's 6.2% of GDP, noting they omit…

• Artist Discusses Community Leadership Roles in Stuart, Florida Art Scene opinion-review

  An artist based in Stuart, Florida, has shared insights about their involvement in local arts organizations, highlighting how these roles extend beyond personal studio practice.…

• The End of Starchitecture: Architecture Must Address Climate, Social Crises opinion-review

  The era of starchitects and iconic, expensive architecture is over. Architecture must now focus on research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and addressing real-world problems.…

• Monopolio culturale: il rischio delle piattaforme streaming e la necessità di educare il pubblico opinion-review

  Stefano Monti, in un articolo per Artribune, esplora il pericolo di un monopolio culturale nell'epoca delle piattaforme digitali, paragonando Netflix, Prime, Spotify e Instagram a…

• Maurizio Cattelan's Bergamo exhibition prompts reflection on art in a realized dystopia opinion-review

  Christian Caliandro, an art historian and professor at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Firenze, reflects on Maurizio Cattelan's widespread exhibition in Bergamo. He contrasts the…

• Should Skyscrapers by Star Architects Be Covered in Logos? opinion-review

  A sign collapse on a Milan skyscraper by Zaha Hadid sparks debate on commercial branding of contemporary architecture. The incident occurred on a tower designed for Generali,…

• Italy's Internal Areas: A Debate on Demographic Decline and Strategic Neglect opinion-review

  The recently presented National Strategic Plan for Internal Areas (PSNAI) outlines four possible demographic futures for Italy's rural municipalities: reversing population…