Hrag Vartanian

CC: So what's a critic's main function?

AOS: To engage or begin a conversation about or inspired by some work of art, to provoke and stimulate thought and argument. Not just to say a work is good or bad, but in a coherent, lively way to share thoughts and impressions and create a virtual dialogue. What's intriguing about the Internet is that it's an actual dialogue.

There's a new dildo in town and it's called "Head of State."