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Defining East Asia: Confucianism, Isolationism, and Pan-AsianismWhat is "East Asia"? This essay looks to define the region through a collective philosophical background and similar cultural continuities between regions.
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Confronting Death: An Exploration of the Morbid in David and DelacroixBy examining the ways in which Jacques-Louis David and Eugene Delacroix depict mortality in their art one can learn a great deal about both the artist's philosophies and the artistic paradigms in which they operated. -
The Frankenstein Monster: Nature Vs. NurtureIn Mary Shelley's classic Gothic horror novel Frankenstein, one of the key psychological dilemmas is explored: is one born a monster, or is one made a monster by society?
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Janelle Monae: Bringing Mainstream Pop into the 28th-CenturyOne of the most exciting things to hit mainstream pop music in a long time, Janelle Monae combines neo-soul, disco funk, Afro-futurism, and even German expressionism into a mind-bending blend of brilliance with her debut album "The ArchAndroid" -
Modernity Perverted: The Urbanization and Industrialization of Western EuropeAn in-depth look at the causes of urbanization/industrialization in Western Europe, as well as the sociopolitical effects of these developments with a focus on Germany and England. -
Best "Burger Joints" in Fredericksburg, VirginiaAre you in the 'Burg? Are you hungry? Are you craving a really good burger but don't know where to look? Look no further, my friend...
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2010 Oscar PredictionsSince the nominations are going to be revealed February 2, I thought I'd use my considerable expertise (coughcough) and write up my predictions for how the whole thing's gonna go down.
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Voyeurism & the Male Gaze in Psycho (1960)Alfred Hitchcock's seminal horror classic is imbued with the cinematic concept of the male gaze as an both an objectifying force and one that "constructs" female characters on-screen.
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"Rosemary's Baby" as a Cornerstone of the Feminist MovementRoman Polanski's seminal horror classic subtly deals with issues of patriarchal dominance and the emerging feminist movement of the late '60s. -
Review - Murnau's Critique of the German Bourgeoisie in The Last LaughGerman director F.W. Murnau uses his main character's obsession with authority and status to satirize the mindset of the middle class of the Weimar Republic. -
Review - George A. Romero's Night of the Living DeadUnder the guise of a zombie flick, Romero subversively comments on the rise of the counter culture and disintegration of the traditional nuclear family that was occurring in the late '60s -
Cast No ShadowA young man receives his conscription notice and must face both his impending departure and his war veteran father's long shadow.
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Cast No ShadowA young man receives his conscription notice and must face both his impending departure and his war veteran father's long shadow.
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Top 5 Rock Album Releases for Fall 09The following rock and rock-inspired acts are among the most exciting upcoming musical releases to hit a Best Buy near you.
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Horatio: Hamlet's Unsung HeroHoratio, best friend to Hamlet, proves to be one of Shakespeare's few wholly good and honest characters and acts as the one voice of reason in his most famous work, Hamlet -
Indie Supergroup Discovery is Set to Unleash Its Brand of TechnopopThe collaboration unites Ra Ra Riot vocalist Wes Miles and Vampire Weekend keyboardist Rostam Batmanglij with the goal of creating a set of 80s-inspired synth masterpieces
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Lady Macbeth: A Woman Gone MadMacbeth's leading lady proves to be one of the most enigmatic and forceful female characters Shakespeare ever produced. -
Accountability in Euripedes' MedeaAn analysis of the classic Greek tragedy in a historical and legal context -
The Blurred Line of Reality: An Essay on The Red Badge of CourageThe line between fact and fiction in Stephen Crane's Civil War classic is continually blurred by its main character's recollection of the story's events. -
Iranian Government in a NutshellDue to the recent political uproar in Iran, I have compiled this article in order to try and explain the complexities of their government and leadership. -
Hilary Duff's Indie MakeoverOne-time Disney star and pop artist Hilary Duff amassed a sizable fanbase during her run as Lizzie McGuire in the wholesome television show. Lately, though, Duff has begun to take riskier roles in small, independent films like "What Goes Up" and "Greta." -
Bullock Returns with a Vengeance in The ProposalIn The Proposal, Bullock and Reynolds make a perfect rom-com pairing, and elevate this formulaic film to something that is both funny and entirely watchable.
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A Review of Sofia Coppola's Marie AntoinetteThe criminally underrated anti-biopic provides a lush cinematic experience
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A Streetcar Named Desire Still Packs a Powerful PunchMarlon Brando and Vivien Leigh are at the top of their game in this acclaimed film adaptation of the Tennessee Williams play. -
Trippy Travels Across the UniverseThis 2007 movie musical, starring Evan Rachel Wood and Jim Sturgess as star-crossed lovers, conveys the chaos and social upheaval of the late 1960s through the song catalogue of The Beatles.
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Coldplay Offers Live Concert Album for FreeWorldwide phenomenon Coldplay has decided to offer a live concert album for free on their website. -
A Review of Tim Burton's Sweeney ToddTim Burton tackles the grisly Steven Sondheim musical to mixed results.
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Cherry Blossom FestivalPictures of the beautiful Cherry Blossom Festival, held annually in downtown Washington DC -
Atop the Empire State BuildingVarious views of NYC and the surrounding area from the top of the famed Empire State Building
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Milton's When I Consider How My Light is SpentJohn Milton, the famed Puritan poet, created the sonnet When I Consider How My Light is Spent during his most darkest hour.