The Banana Mush

A "self- exploration" day in Los Angeles on a gloomy Sunday began at the Hammer Museum--affiliated with UCLA. It had been advertised online via the Hammer website that the museum was holding an exhibition on Latin American art based off of the critical period of Latina women encompassing the development of contemporary art. The art which reflected the political and social tensions during the rise of attention towards patriarchy and the politicization of the feminine body. The dictatorship of various Latin American countries is seen to be exhibited in the contemporary art as well. Walking into the museum, the self-portrait of Liliana Porter (pictured above) brought the attention of many. People stood in front of the self-portrait in awe, the composition of the photo and the drawn square on Porter's face distinguished it from any other portrait. The "enclosed" eye symbolizes the objectification of the parts of an individuals body, the importance of

Success and Order. American Beauty; the "Best Picture," "Best Film," "Best Original Screenplay," and "Best Cinematography" according to the 72nd Academy Awards, highlights the value of life. The uncomfortable film through Lester's midlife crisis motive and people involved in his daily life, interpret the various ways individuals cherish life:  Carolyn- American dream Angela- Image Colonel- Structure, and order Lester- Pleasure Ricky- Seeing the beauty in every moment-- detail & individuality Jane- Being loved, sincerity, and attention Despite the apparent values in each character; their internal needs contradict these values. Consider Ricky's dad, Colonel Fitts, who values tradition and order and later is shown to seek a romantic partnership with a male counterpart internally. A relationship structure which he bashes various times throughout the movie, especially with the gay neighbors. The tagline &