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Why Imtiaz Ali’s Rockstar Made Me Stop Glorifying the “Tortured Artist” Trope
The perception of a tortured artist is so glorified that it has become perversely aspirational. There is something highly alluring about the idea of deep sorrow and depression acting as a springboard for great pieces of art. The artists know it, and so does the market. But is this greatness worth it if you become an accomplice in your own exploitation?
