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Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky
I never thought the concept of being happy and sad simultaneously would be so okay. Chbosky gracefully captures the innocence of teenage-hood, the complexities of relationships, and the pressures of a perceived-judgemental society.
By Oneg In The Arctic3 years ago in Critique
Light Red Over Black
Seeing a jpeg image of a Mark Rothko painting serves no purpose. You have to see the painting itself to contemplate its meaning. If all you see is a painting, you are missing the point. A Rothko is all about the mood, the movement, and a connection with the artist.
By Raymond G. Taylor3 years ago in Critique
Don Quixote's Quandry
"Don Quixote," an enduring masterpiece, revels in Quixote's delusions while exploring human resilience. Yet, its sprawling narrative occasionally meanders, tangling in subplots. Its chivalric fervor's charming, but repetitive escapades are tiring. A Salvidore Dali-esque critique on idealism and reality, yet a refined pallet could sharpen its impact, battling with precision.
By Emery St. Wayne3 years ago in Critique
Days of Danger
A wild and colorful hot take on an oppressive system of governing in which drugs have made a world void of everything that is, at its core, freedom- creativity, natural happiness, self-expression- being taken down by vigilantes in a world built on secret codenames and an apocalyptic way of life.
By Lizzy Rose3 years ago in Critique
The Downward Spiral
An uncompromisingly raw, aggressive, and at times, beautiful musical exploration of a descent into self-destruction. There's either a hopeful or hopeless end to the tale, depending on how you interpret it. Given the autobiographical nature of Trent Reznor's work and its parallels with his life, I've always felt the hope.
By Paul Stewart3 years ago in Critique
