Oscars 2020 Archives

Joaquin Phoenix: A Superhero Hiding In a Supervillain’s Role

While his rendition of a deranged Joker set off alarm bells at the FBI and in military headquarters, Joaquin Phoenix’s Oscar speech could not have been more virtuous if the Dalai Lama wrote it for him.

Arré Bench July 30, 2016

Pop Culture

Parasite is On Amazon Prime: This Oscar-Winning Film is Mandatory Viewing for Quarantine Friday

Bong Joon-Ho’s Parasite is an acidic horror comedy that points a sharpened knife to the biggest parasite of them all – modern society. Much of the film is a reflection on the aftermath of the unequal distribution of wealth that creates competition even between shades of poverty.

Poulomi Das May 24, 2016

Fashion

From Natalie Portman to Billy Porter: Some Say, Some Slay on the Oscars Red Carpet

The Oscars Red Carpet was not as snooze-worthy as the ceremony. Billy Porter ditched the tuxedo yet again for a gold-feathered bodice and a ballgown skirt. But the real bold choice was made by Natalie Portman. Her stunning Dior black-and-gold cape gown was embroidered with the names of snubbed women directors.

Arré Bench April 15, 2016

Pop Culture

Why Moti Bagh the Oscar-Nominated Documentary on an Uttarkhand Farmer Needs Our Attention

Nirmal Chander’s documentary Moti Bagh is an inspiring story of an 83-year-old farmer from Uttarakhand, who continues to tend to his land even as others have abandoned the village.

Pranay Dewani March 11, 2016