Culture & Politique

Culture & Politique

Le cinéma comme enquête : Sur l’art, la connaissance et la justice

For many viewers, cinema is a form of paid entertainment to relax or escape. In academic circles, cinema is mainly defined as a means of communication, representation, or an aesthetic…

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Frances Negrón-Muntaner

14 Min Read

Quand les pop stars jouent les héros de la classe ouvrière : musique et travail

Bad Bunny, portant une casquette de baseball verte et un costume noir, brandit un Grammy tout en s'exprimant au micro. Son esthétique de classe ouvrière, souvent présente dans sa musique et ses performances, soulève des questions sur le travail, l’authenticité et la célébrité pop.

Culture & Politique

9 Min Read

Architecture et Domicide dans la guerre en Syrie

La guerre en Syrie a causé une destruction massive de foyers

Livres Culture & Politique

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Patria y Vida : Défier la dictature cubaine à travers l'art

Quatre hommes se tiennent ensemble, dont un au centre affiche les mots "Patria y Vida" écrits sur son torse nu. L'image évoque l'esprit de la chanson "Patria y Vida", qui est devenue un hymne de la résistance contre la dictature cubaine. Leurs expressions sérieuses et leurs vêtements sombres soulignent le message puissant de la chanson et l'unité des Cubains dans leur lutte pour la liberté et la justice.

Culture & Politique

27 Min Read

Eros et l'empereur : le nationalisme homoérotique de Mishima Yukio

Capture the essence of Yukio Mishima, an emblem of Homoerotic Nationalism, as he intricately weaves together sexuality and patriotism in his literary and political pursuits.

Culture & Politique

16 Min Read

Précarité urbaine : Le prisme politique de l'art

Mur de rue vibrant représentant un bidonville urbain coloré et abstrait, symbolisant les couches complexes et les récits cachés de la précarité urbaine.

Culture & Politique

15 Min Read

Le Nouvel Homme : Redéfinir l'humanité en Albanie communiste

The New Man statue in Durres, Albania, stands as a silhouette against the sky, symbolizing strength and forward-looking determination, while a group of lively people mirror its stance, celebrating the spirit of unity and progress.

Culture & Politique

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Chansons politiques : Un héros méconnu dans la lutte politique

American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and activist Ani DiFranco performing at the Etown Concert, where she focused on a selection of political songs, demonstrating her unique blend of musical artistry and social commentary.

Culture & Politique

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Politically Speaking Art in Albania: Echoes of Dissent and Duality

Politically Speaking Art: A horizontal illustration showcasing the evolution of political art in Albania. At the center, an Albanian artist holds a brush. The left half of his face is in shadows and grayscale, symbolizing communism. The right half is bright and vibrant, representing democracy. On both sides, snippets of his paintings depict scenes of resistance and hope. In the background, silhouettes of historic Albanian buildings and contemporary graffiti symbolize freedom of expression.

Culture & Politique

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Manga Politics: Gender Norms in Japanese Artistry

A manga-styled woman, drawn with Renaissance artistic techniques, set against a backdrop that shows two contrasting worlds. On one side, there's a modern office setting with elements of corporate Japan, and on the other side, a traditional Japanese home. The woman is caught in the middle, torn between these two worlds. Her attire blends traditional kimono elements with a modern business suit. The color palette is inspired by Renaissance art, but the imagery and tension in the scene speak to the gender norms discussed in the article, creating a visually striking contrast.

Culture & Politique

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De Dylan à Beyoncé : Le rôle de la musique pop dans le changement social

Musique pop : Une femme au centre tient une guitare électrique et porte des écouteurs modernes. Les autres figures, vêtues de tenues du XIXe siècle, tiennent des instruments de musique au lieu d’armes.

Culture & Politique

10 Min Read

Human Rights in ‘Money Heist’: A Reality Check

Horizontal illustration that combines Renaissance style with modernity. Human figures wear red masks, evoking the 'Money Heist' series. Employing Renaissance painting techniques: soft colors, earth tones, and pastels. Detailed shading, accurate perspective and proportions. Includes contemporary elements in the composition while maintaining the Renaissance aesthetic.

Culture & Politique

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From Play to Politics: Gaming’s Uncharted Social Realms

Renaissance-style illustration evoking gaming, depicting a 16th-century knight wearing virtual reality glasses.

Culture & Politique

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K-Pop: A Symphony of Global Power, Politics, and Heart

Horizontal illustration that fuses the Renaissance with K-Pop. A group of idols, dressed in Renaissance attire, poses for a group portrait. However, instead of a classical setting, they are in a modern recording studio with contemporary instruments and equipment

Culture & Politique

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Politics & Pop Culture: The Revolutionary Dance of Influence

Lavish Renaissance hall, filled with gentlemen and ladies donned in exquisite garments. The walls are adorned with large paintings, drawing inspiration from Pop culture characteristics. While one painting might use the repetition of an object, another showcases the serialized representation of a popular figure of the era. Bright and contrasting colors from the Pop Art world are blended seamlessly with the deep and rich colors of the Renaissance.

Culture & Politique

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From Vandalism to Voice: The Revolutionary Power of Urban Murals

Horizontal illustration that presents a scene where a Renaissance artist, clad in period attire and holding a feathered quill, is sketching a design commonly found in contemporary street murals. In the background, a bustling Renaissance market unfolds, albeit with modern touches like people wearing headphones or using smartphones.

Culture & Politique

10 Min Read

Livres sélectionnés en sciences sociales et humanités

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Couverture de <em>The Creole Archipelago: Race and Borders in the Colonial Caribbean</em>

Repenser l’histoire coloniale des Caraïbes

Colonialisme - Couverture du livre <em>Ruling Emancipated Slaves and Indigenous Subjects</em>

3 façons dont le colonialisme a façonné les inégalités modernes

Cover of the book Resisting-Change-in-Suburbia

Immigration asiatique et le mythe de la stabilité suburbaine

Couverture du livre <em>Laboratories Against Democracy: National Politics</em>

Les États américains comme des champs de bataille de la politique nationale

Couverture du livre Winners and Losers. The Psychology of Foreign Trade

Pourquoi l'opinion publique sur le commerce ne se résume pas à l'économie

Cover-of-The-Matter-of-Black-Living-The-Aesthetic-Experiment-of-Racial-Data-1880–1930

Les limites des données : race, représentation et expérimentation