Justine Leonhardt
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5 Artistic Meccas of the Past
There are moments in the past of every city that are romanticized, whether they happened to be a time of great prosperity or of intellectual fruitfulness that altered the history of a place forever. W
10 of the All-time Most Famous Movie Quotes
There are certain lines, with an unforeseen power, that have become influential artifacts of popular culture. Some quotes from the movies have managed to gain great significance within a film, telling
5 of the Most Politically Charged Artists in Music
As a time of significant change, the late 1960’s gave rise to the familiar sight of hippies and protests, as a counter-culture movement awakened that aimed to fuse the mainstream with public conscious
5 Travel Destinations Being Destroyed by Tourism
For the experienced traveler, the idea of finding a largely unexplored place that still retains its authenticity is a goal that often goes unachieved. Though there are many places in the world that re
10 of the Oldest Bars in the World
Whether it’s the local watering hole or a card-carrying establishment, many bars and pubs around the world have been made famous for their longevity, their drink list or their iconic style. However, a
5 of the Most Notoriously Difficult Movie Directors
From the initial stages of development to distribution, filmmaking is not only a long process but one that is rife with potential hiccups, defining choices and the nuances associated with any art form
10 of the Most Controversial Magazine Covers
The concept of not judging a book by its cover may hold true for many things, but when it comes to selling a magazine, it’s an expression that can’t hold water. As a way to not only convey the intent
10 of Fashion's Most Avant-Garde Designers
From Coco Chanel’s popularization of the suit to Christian Dior’s full-skirted New Look, the ongoing evolution of fashion has existed largely on the innovations of the visionaries. For those creative
10 of the Most Controversial Ad Campaigns
With so much information being thrust upon us on a daily basis, particularly with the prevalence of the internet and the advertising that abounds, it’s no surprise that advertisements have changed sha
5 of the Most Prominent Red Light Districts in the World
Neon lights may be a common fixture in any entertainment district, but the frequently name checked ‘red light district’ is a particularity not as commonly seen. Though the origination of the term is u
5 of the Most Educational Reality Shows
The most prominent form of television used to be the type of show where a character and setting were meticulously developed before being unleashed into the public sphere. Nowadays, with the creation a
5 Morally Ambiguous Television Characters We Love the Most
The role of the protagonist used to be relatively straightforward. We used to root for, rigorously follow and hope for the best for the characters that we watched, whether they were on the movie scree
5 Most Notorious Leading Ladies of Hollywood’s Golden Age
Beginning after the 1920’s and lasting well into the 1960’s, the Golden Age of Hollywood gave rise to the history of cinema we know today, one whose classic films and movie stars still loom larger tha
10 Most Controversial Pieces of Art
Serving as a mirror held up to the face of the world, one of the primary functions of art is to take a closer look at nature and ourselves, reflecting a hard kernel of truth that “washes awa
5 of the Most Influential Chefs in the World
For many people, food is just food, something that they consume every day that can be a source of entertainment, perhaps even an occasional hobby, but nothing that moves into the territory of a defini
10 of the Most Controversial Music Videos
Since August 1, 1981 when “Video Killed the Radio Star” first premiered on MTV, music videos have existed as both a bane and boon for musicians and bands alike. Possessing the capability to widen the
5 of the Worst Dictators in History
The political system has always been fraught with misconceptions about what can be achieved within its framework, but many of the expectations have little to do with the organization of the system its
10 of the Most Unusual Architectural Structures in Europe
With its sleek lines and lack of decoration, the idea of modernism might seem straightforward enough, but as an architectural movement it actually takes in a broad swath of different sensibilities. Th
10 of the Most Groundbreaking Albums in Rock Music History
Whether you’re still in the throes of your intense love for music or the last time you really loved an album has long passed, there are albums we all remember that have managed to wield a significant