Dear Shaded Viewers, Saint Laurent Productions proudly unveils three captivating films set to compete in the 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival: Jacques Audiard’s “Emilia Perez,” David Cronenberg’s “The Shrouds,” and Paolo Sorrentino’s “Parthenope.” This announcement marks a significant milestone as Saint Laurent becomes the first fashion house to venture into full-fledged film production. “Emilia Perez,” directed by Jacques Audiard, invites viewers into a world of intrigue and transformation. Starring Zoe Saldaña, Selena Gomez, and Edgar Ramirez, the film follows Rita, a lawyer entan ..read more

Dear Shaded Viewers, Bruce LaBruce’s latest book, “The Revolution Is My Boyfriend,” dives deep into the unapologetic world of homoeroticism and counterculture, showcasing the provocative career of this queercore icon. Born out of the homocore movement, which embraced extreme punk and homosexual artistic expression, LaBruce’s visual anthology spans his career, offering glimpses into both his filmography and artistic endeavors. Within its pages, you’ll encounter a diverse cast of characters—porn actors, trans individuals, punks, skinheads, and skaters—celebrating the beauty of those often marg ..read more

It’s only a human desire to connect with higher realities, transforming mere ideas into extraordinary possibilities. We exude a multifaceted emotion when it comes to aesthetics. The Woah-oh-oh-ah-ah-ah-aaaa-ha-ah-ah-ahs fuel our passion for the nice things. Another momentum of significance, despite the solar eclipse, enlightens our quest for innate tendencies – the rejuvenescence of the Salone del Mobile. The design romance, an encounter where it feels okay to put your chair on a pedestal instead of your partner. On a date with your Knoll’s Barcelona chair, like it ain’t anythi ..read more

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Dear Shaded Viewers, Congratulations to the eight designers that made it to the final selection for the LVMH Prize. Aubero by Julian Louie, USA, Menswear, Duran Lantink by Duran Lantink, Pays-Bas, men, women, unisex, Niccolo Pasqualetti by Niccolo Pasqualetti, Italy unisex, Marie Adam-Leenaerdt by Marie Adam-Leenaerdt, Belgium, womenswear, Paolo Carzana by Paolo Carzana UK, women’s and menswear, Hodakova by Ellen Hodakova Larsson, Sweden, womenswear, Pauline Dujancourt by Pauline Dujancourt, France, womenswear and Standing Ground by Michael Steward, Ireland, womenswear. @lvmhprize By being s ..read more

  Dear Shaded Viewers, I’m thrilled that my queer video work from the ’90s will be screened at the Walker Art Center. On May 4, the Walker Cinema will present “The Brenda and Glennda Show/Glennda and Friends” on May 4. I’ll be there for an onstage interview with guest curator Jon Davies and audience Q&A. The program is part of the queer cinema series VIBRATIONS FOR A NEW PEOPLE, which will include Lizzie Borden’s guerrilla feminist classic from 1983 Born in Flames, Narcissister Organ Player by Narcissister and a shorts program with work by Amina Ross, Mariah Garnett, Pauli ..read more

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Forgotten whispers, silenced cries, Weaving unseen narratives, Through pain and joy, their truths convene, A kaleidoscope of humanity’s surge, Minorities rise, in beauty crowned.   The return of artistic effervescence, a 2-year breath-hold navigating through cultural ambivalence. The 60th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia titled “Stranieri Ovunque – Foreigners Everywhere” resuscitates, looking inwards into our cultural heritage, perhaps long gone, dusting out colonial tales and taboos we were told to leave unaddressed. Adriano Pedrosa, the direc ..read more

Dear Shaded Viewers, Some films just stay with you. If you have not seen Perfect Days, I highly recommend it. It is simple and profound and each piece of music so well chosen. Later, Diane ..read more