Valerie C. Gilbert

Reviews

Chops

With its exuberance of youth, the mesmerizing presence of Marsalis, and the music of Ellington for a soundtrack, Chops exudes “soulfulness”. [24 November 2009]

The Art Star and the Sudanese Twins

This gives us ample reason to resist the person, the artist and her work.Yet as performed by Beecroft and choreographed by the filmmakers, it is difficult not to be moved. [13 November 2009]

Girlfriends: The Seventh Season

Like Sex and the City, to which it is often compared, Girlfriends is more product and champion of a pro-sex "postfeminist" culture than it is a relic of the past. [4 November 2009]

Blogs

Short Ends and Leader: Is ‘Precious’ the Next ‘Monster’s Ball’? [21 November 2009]