Culture Cravings: July 2023
Books to Read
- The Wrong End of the Telescope - Rabih Alameddine
Rabih Alameddine is a master storyteller in this beautiful take on displacement, sexuality, class and humanitarian work. In a series of stories intersecting beautifully, Alameddine’s Pen/Faulkner Award winning novel is a must-read.
Shows to Watch
- Barry
With the series finale out, it’s safe to say that this dark comedy/drama starring Bill Hader (SNL) is a thought provoking, binge-watchable, gripping work of art. If you haven’t started yet, you have four seasons to enjoy. And if you’re catching up, season four delivers more than what you would expect.
- Black Mirror
Like always, Black Mirror never fails to bring to life our greatest fears while also framing them as disturbingly possible. Staring down the barrel of the A.I. revolution and an increasingly dystopian reality, Black Mirror is undoubtedly a show of the times - if you have the fortitude.
Movies to Watch
- Evil Dead Rise
The new installment of the famous "Evil Dead" franchise adopts a new approach, bridging the creative carnage showcased with laughter and comedy throughout. If you're a fan of gory movies, you should definitely give this one a try.
- The Little Mermaid Live Action
This new disney live-action adaptation brings the beloved classic tale to life with stunning visuals and the amazing voice of the new little mermaid (Halle Bailey). We are transported to this magical underwater world, revisiting this original tale with new elements added to the storyline. And we are suckers for a good fairytale.
Songs to Listen to
- Mama Eh - Elyanna
- Nails - Saint Levant
- Dab7 - Blu Fiefer
- Jah - Libianca
- Walk that Walk - S.S.H.A.N.N.A
- Mirage - Louss
- Lon Sha3r Jdeed - Zaid Khaled
- Les Sunlights Des Tropique - Suna, Yumi
- American Has a Problem - Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar
- Your Voice - Adam Port Remix - Caiiro, AWEN, Adam Port
- EYE - KAYTRAMINE, Snoop Dogg
- Ma Badaafsh - Haifa Wehbe
- To Be Honest - Christine and the Queens
- Ya Nass - SANAM
- Kheit El Sabah - Bedouin Burger
- Sauve Toi - Taxi 404
- Disco Dal’ona - TootArd
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