Pera Film’s "I’m Here!" program, running December 1–11, 2024, presents "Red Reminds Me…", a powerful video series reimagining the emotional and symbolic narratives of living with HIV.
Tilda Swinton delivered a powerful speech at the Berlin Film Festival, condemning what she described as “the astonishing savagery of spite, state-perpetrated and internationally enabled mass murder.” Speaking after receiving a Golden Bear for lifetime achievement, Swinton criticized “greed-addicted governments” without explicitly
The 2025 BAFTA Film Awards were held on Sunday at London’s Royal Festival Hall, with actor David Tennant once again hosting the prestigious event. “Conclave” led the nominations with 12 and ended the night with four wins, including Outstanding British Film and
The recent disasters and crises have deepened social uncertainties, and it remains a question how the culture and art world will navigate through this environment. We asked important figures in the culture, art, and media sectors to share their reflections on the
London Fashion Week, which turned 40 last year, is set to host its first event of the season from February 20-24. As one of the “Big Four” fashion weeks, it holds a distinctive place in the industry. Designed to position London as
Applications are now open for Young Jazz+, the long-standing section of the Istanbul Jazz Festival that supports young musicians. The deadline to apply for a chance to perform at the festival and be featured on the Young Jazz+ album is April 25.
The Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum will delve into how clothing and style have contributed to the development of the “Black Dandy” identity in its Spring 2025 exhibition. In alignment with this showcase, the highly anticipated Met Gala 2025 has also
A newly opened exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET) highlights how Caspar David Friedrich approached landscape painting not just as an aesthetic pursuit but as a profound stage for existential contemplation. Set against the cultural and political backdrop of 19th-century
Tom Robbins, who carved out a unique place in the literary world with his satirical and playful style, has passed away at the age of 92. Beginning his life’s journey as an award-winning mischievous child, Robbins completed it as a true absurdist.
ArtDog Istanbul editors have listed the standout exhibitions of the week for you. Among them are “Solo Botter: Burhan Uygur” at Maçka Art Gallery, Murat Germen’s “Serap | Mirage” at Maçka Art Gallery, and “Story Takes Place in Istanbul”, an exhibition at
Thousands of artists call on Christie’s to cancel its planned sale of AI-generated artwork, arguing that the technology used constitutes “mass theft.” Christie’s describes the Augmented Intelligence auction as the first AI-focused sale by a major auction house. It features 20 pieces
A coalition of major U.S. publishers has filed a lawsuit against the state of Idaho, challenging a law that restricts minors’ access to certain books in schools and public libraries. House Bill 710, enacted in July, prohibits anyone under 18 from accessing
CerModern celebrates its 15th anniversary with an innovative exhibition pushing the boundaries of digital art. The Journey of the Blue Horseman exhibition, realized in collaboration with Reo-Tek, invites visitors to the world of Vassily Kandinsky from a digital perspective. Open until March