A newsletter of essays on art, film and culture aimed at independent artists, mixing film criticism with personal and political reflection. The sample pairs a close reading of The Empire Strikes Back with a multi-part personal account of political radicalization and a defence of pro-arts conservatism.
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Film and culture criticism, commentary and reporting from critic Soraya Nadia McDonald, including festival and theater reviews, personal tributes and occasional roundups of notable reading. Readers get a critic's informed perspective on new films and cultural and social issues.
Ted Gioia writes essays and commentary on music, books, film, media and culture, mixing criticism with advocacy for artists and creative work. Issues include curated recommendations, opinion pieces on the pop music landscape, and critiques of corporate media.
An arts and culture newsletter covering New Zealand and international work through reviews, essays and journalism by Sam Brooks. Readers get critical reviews of theatre, dance and books alongside a recurring Q&A series with artists.
A literary and arts magazine publishing personal essays, memoir and poetry by writers who have left evangelical Christianity. Issues feature individual pieces on religious upbringing, abuse of power, and leaving faith.
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