Entertaiment is more than just escapism or a distraction; it can also be healing, cathartic, and cerebrally engaging. Whether through a film, a musical performance, or a book, creative entertainment can evoke complex emotions like fear, sadness, or anger and provide a sense of emotional cleansing and growth. At the same time, entertainment can challenge the intellect by raising questions or offering alternative viewpoints and requiring critical thinking and strategic skills. Entertaiment encompasses a diverse range of media and genres, offering the possibility of endless creativity and remix.

Article by: Darren G. Smith, MFA, MA, is a writer and artist based in Portland, OR.