Art
St. Catherine of Alexandria (1507-1509)
While St. Catherine of Alexandria is not one of Raphael's most famous paintings, it is my favorite. Catherine leans against the medieval torture wheel that was intended to kill her, but broke instead - indicating that one can overcome adversity. Stylistically influenced by da Vinci, Catherine's facial expression evokes ecstasy.
By Joyce O’Day2 years ago in Critique
The Duct Taped Banana
Cattelan's 'Comedian' is what happens when Dadaism meets Home Depot and your local market. A taped banana parades as profound commentary, mocking both artist and patron. An emblem of excess, it encapsulates a culture fixated on novelty over substance. It sold for $120,000 but I think Warhol would've canned it.
By E.K. Daniels2 years ago in Critique
Analyzing Illmatic
Nas' debut album, Illmatic, holds its place in hip-hop history despite its perennial critique of brevity. Revered within hip-hop culture as a classic, the album's exceptional production roster echoes the weight of expectations carried by the young artist's inaugural masterpiece. The producers assembled are some of the all time greats.
By Brooklyn Damien2 years ago in Critique
The NUN II (2023)
The Nun II (2023) "The greatest evil in the conjuring universe returns." Release date… Sep 8th, 2023 Mystery, Thriller, Horror Four years after the events at the Abbey of St. Carta, Sister Irene returns once again and comes face to face with the demonic force Valak, the Nun.
By TV of tv's2 years ago in Critique
Unforgiving- Alien Weaponry
I hate to admit that the first time I heard Unforgiving was in concert. The first time was surreal, as I stood next to my brother, who I nearly lost the previous year. Little did I know a year later, this would be my comfort song when my grandmother passed.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Critique
Man In The Box
Man In The Box has always been my favorite Alice In Chains song. Perhaps because I’ve often felt that I’ve been trying to escape the box that people are always trying to paint me into. Most definitely it has something to do with Layne Staley and Jerry Cantrell’s vocal styling.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Critique
In the Mix with YouTube
Music mix channels are some of the best parts of YouTube. They keep you company when writing or studying. They’re great for finding new music, without having to dig through tons of other channels, or Spotify. It’s often the best part of my day to put music on and write.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Critique
The Godfather's Brilliance: A Critical Appreciation
"The Godfather" is a cinematic masterpiece. With impeccable casting, writing, and directing, the film's brilliance shines through. Marlon Brando and Al Pacino deliver exceptional performances, supported by an outstanding cast. Even in my critical eyes it's a perfect ten, as it flawlessly captures the essence of power, family, and crime.
By Brooklyn Damien2 years ago in Critique
Starry Night: A Critique
A testament to surrealism, The Starry Night holds perfect colors and staccato brush strokes distinctive to its creator. Each star's light reverberates against the blue. But, Starry Night, or Windy Eve? The work's title lacks credit to the iconic feature of the piece: its fluid, swirling sky. Nevertheless, a masterpiece.
By Abby Seber2 years ago in Critique
Critique Challenge Critique. Top Story - August 2023.
50 words to critique whatever you want. A lesson in brevity. You can critique anything. novels, albums, movies, sculptures, paintings, online content, hats. No not hats. Unless it was a very famous hat. Then you could critique that hat.
By Paul Stewart2 years ago in Critique
