Barbie and the intellectual bankruptcy of the establishment

It’s sad, but not altogether surprising that tired cliches and worn tropes, which make even less sense wrapped around a beautiful female lead and a buff male costar, can so thoroughly impress people whose primary job function is to be critical. Last year, Barbie premiered to record box office returns and significant critical acclaim.  Reviewers… Continue reading Barbie and the intellectual bankruptcy of the establishment

Working on a Dream: Springsteen’s most misunderstood and underappreciated album

The epic “Outlaw Pete” and the ridiculous ode to unrequited love, “Queen of the Supermarket,” are effectively parodies of Mr. Springsteen’s earlier work, standing as strong songs on their own and bringing new meaning to classics from “Jungleland” to “Cynthia.”  Call it Bruce Springsteen meets Warren Zeavon. Working on a Dream is perhaps Bruce Springsteen’s… Continue reading Working on a Dream: Springsteen’s most misunderstood and underappreciated album