Tag: Oedipus complex
Acrostic Poems Never Die: Shakira Revives the Elementary School-Favored Poetry Method on “Acróstico,” Takes a Risk on the “Song For My Children” Genre
For those who thought Shakira was all embitterment and revenge with her song subjects of late (hear: “Te Felicito” and “Shakira: BZRP Music Sessions #53”), [Read More…]
Don’t Be Afraid of Beau Is Afraid—Unless the Overbearing Jewish Mother Trope Is Your Worst Nightmare
As one of those movies that has so much psychological buildup surrounding it before one even goes into the theater (or rather, if one goes [Read More…]
Regarding the Term “Daddy Issues”
There’s this long-held derisive saying. You might have heard it, particularly if you’re a man who likes to use it. It goes simply, “Oh, she’s [Read More…]
Mommy: An Examination of the Matriarch as Enabler
When it comes to the films of Xavier Dolan, few emotional stones are left unturned. With his fifth film, Mommy, Dolan explores the nature of [Read More…]
“Ain’t Your Mama” Tears the Oedipus Complex a New Asshole
Regardless of the controversy surrounding Jennifer Lopez’s latest single (due its Dr. Luke-produced beats), the song has undeniable value when it comes to the very [Read More…]
Daddy’s Girl: The Electra Complex in Poetry and Fiction
For those with a somewhat less warm and fuzzy view of Father’s Day, delve deeper into the psychosis of what it truly means to love [Read More…]
