The Coerced Gratitude of “Happiest Season”The sour holiday romcom perpetuates troubling expectations of its queer audience.Nov 29, 20201Nov 29, 20201
On “folklore,” Taylor Swift Lets GoRather than struggle against the limits of her own vantage point, on “folklore,” Swift often ditches it entirely.Jul 26, 2020Jul 26, 2020
No, Not Nearly.Winding thoughts about ‘Song for Our Daughter’ and the irresistible opacity of Laura Marling.Apr 14, 2020Apr 14, 2020
REVIEW: “Consent” at the National TheatreNina Raine’s new play is called Consent, and with a title like that, you probably think you know what it’s about. You’re not wrong, but to…Apr 10, 2019Apr 10, 2019
Goodbye? To All This?There are two entrances to Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts. The main entrance on Huntington Avenue is serviced by the E branch of the green…Jan 24, 2019Jan 24, 2019
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The Unimpeachable Taylor SwiftWhat our complicated relationship with the formerly-adored pop star says about us.Apr 20, 20182Apr 20, 20182
The Gospel According to ’YeThe promotional cycle surrounding The Life of Pablo, Kanye West’s seventh studio album, has become a spectator sport every bit as…Feb 15, 2018Feb 15, 2018
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