MUSES
MUSES
…is our brand new review blog of Southeast Asian books, films, music, and other published works.
Through this blog, we hope to provide another avenue for our students to deepen their understanding of the region by engaging with its rich creative and academic publication scene.
We hope you’ll find a new Southeast Asian work to appreciate and learn from through Muses!
Leonor Will Never Die (2022) by Martika Ramirez Escobar
“Beneath the whimsical, surreal, and comedic overtones of the movie lies a profound commentary on the interplay between art and life, hope and grief, and fiction and reality. The film highlights the idea that, even though we hold the pen that writes our lives, we do not possess an instrument of erasure necessary to alter the past.”
Wonderland (2023) by Chai Yee Wei
“A tearjerker, Wonderland (2023) forces us to question whether the stoicism embodied by many of our own elderly parents conceal their unspoken traumas. More than that, it sheds light on the fact that many elderly fear posing an emotional burden on their loved ones, clinging helplessly to a twisted version of filial piety.”
Selamat Ulang Tahun by Nadin Amizah
“Nadin Amizah's debut album, Selamat Ulang Tahun (Happy Birthday), washes over you like the scent of a fresh soft blanket, the lingering warmth of a childhood day well-spent echoing through her music.”
“Có hẹn với thanh xuân” by MONSTAR
“With its harmonious íntrumental, alluring visuals, and beautiful lyrics, this song depicts the feeling of bidding goodbye to a past full of unforgettable memories and nostalgia.”
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