Fossils stir people’s imaginations. Dinosaurs continue to be one of the main attractions of museums across the world, drawing crowds fascinated by these ancient creatures. Following a devastating fire that destroyed 85% of the collection of the Museu Nacional/UFRJ — the largest museum of natural history and anthropology in Brazil — the institution has recently…
In 1945, French writer and poet, André Breton — the co-founder, leader, and principal theorist of surrealism — wrote about his first encounter with Haitian artist Hector Hyppolite’s paintings at the Centre d’Art in Port-au-Prince. “Haitian painting will drink the blood of the phoenix. And, with the epaulets of Dessalines, it will ventilate the world,”…
Following its release earlier this year, Dune: Part Two continues the science fiction saga directed and co-produced by Canadian filmmaker Denis Villeneuve. Having grossed over $700 million since its arrival in theatres back in March, Villeneuve co-wrote the screenplay with American writer Jon Spaihts, with plans for a third film already in the works —…
According to references made in the Rigveda, India’s oldest literary work, sex work was very much a part of ancient life. Based on various interpretations of the Sanskrit text, Indian society did not view prostitution as a seedy or illicit trade but rather a part of its cultural fabric. In fact, all the way up…
Are you ready for some 1800s German poetry? Above Forchheim at KirchehrenbachLet’s go up on the hilltopThere on St. Walburga’s DayThe Franconian May-market dance is in full swingSince dim days of heathendomIt has been dear to all people of the landDarling, hold your belt and your dress tightWe’re jumping through the fire! Exodus Cantorum –…
You are the sole actor in your life is an exhibition and experimental performance that explores the complexities of human connection in an increasingly individualistic society. Long-time friends and collaborators, artist Yulia Zinshtein and film director Emma Westenberg are behind the immersive performance. Presented at The Bomb Factory Art Foundation in Holborn, the play takes…
In the 1960s, Fluxus emerged as a global, interdisciplinary art movement that sought to merge diverse artistic mediums and blur the lines between art and everyday life. Associated practitioners — spanning visual artists, composers, designers, and poets — adopted a playful and open-minded approach to art making, often using commonplace objects and actions to challenge…
For close to four decades, Studio Ghibli has managed to capture the hearts of audiences world over — with brilliant storytelling, enchanting animation, and well-developed characters whose experiences resonate across cultures and generations. Co-founded by legendary directors Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata, along with master producer Suzuki Toshio, the studio creates films that blend fantastical…