Adrian Horton

Adrian Horton is an arts writer for The Guardian US. He has written about various topics in the world of arts, including music festivals, movies, and television shows. His articles often provide insightful commentary on the subjects he covers and offer a unique perspective on contemporary issues. Horton's work has appeared in The Guardian since at least June 2024. He is active on Twitter @adrian_horton.

Biography:  https://www.theguardian.com/profile/adrian-horton

72%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

88%

Examples:

  • In some articles, there is a focus on power dynamics and social issues, such as bullying and exploitation.
  • The author appears to have a slight bias towards highlighting the negative aspects of certain events or situations, such as the portrayal of music festivals struggling in the face of competition from Governors Ball and Coachella's decline in ticket sales.

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

  • There are no clear instances of conflicts of interest in the articles provided.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • In some cases, the author highlights different perspectives or aspects of a story that may seem contradictory at first glance, such as the various reasons for attending Governors Ball.
  • There are instances where contradictions are mentioned within the articles, such as the contrast between Father Flynn's intentions in Doubt: A Parable and Sister Aloysius's suspicions.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • In some cases, the author uses sensationalist language or presents information in a way that may mislead readers, such as describing Civil War as an explosive thriller and a dispassionate war film.

Recent Articles

Governors Ball 2024: A Star-Studded Lineup and Memorable Performances at New York's Music Festival

Governors Ball 2024: A Star-Studded Lineup and Memorable Performances at New York's Music Festival

Broke On: Saturday, 08 June 2024 Governors Ball 2024: A Three-Day Music Festival in New York City Featured Captivating Performances from Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, Post Malone, Rauw Alejandro, and More. Notable Artists Addressed Important Issues During Their Sets.
Matthew Perry's Death: A Mystery Surrounding Unexplained High Levels of Ketamine

Matthew Perry's Death: A Mystery Surrounding Unexplained High Levels of Ketamine

Broke On: Saturday, 28 October 2023 Matthew Perry, the 'Friends' actor, died from acute ketamine intoxication in October 2023. An ongoing investigation by the LAPD and DEA aims to determine how he obtained large quantities of this Schedule II controlled substance despite recent therapy sessions.
Diddy Accused of Sexual Assault by Son in Lawsuit Filed on April 5th, 2024

Diddy Accused of Sexual Assault by Son in Lawsuit Filed on April 5th, 2024

Broke On: Friday, 05 April 2024 Rapper and music producer Sean Combs, also known as Diddy, has been accused of sexual assault by his son Christian in a lawsuit filed on April 5th, 2024. The allegations include sexual harassment and infliction of emotional distress. The incident took place aboard a yacht that was chartered for a family trip to St Martin in December 2022.
Civil War: A Gripping Depiction of Modern-Day America's Civil War Horrors through Cinematography and Storytelling by Alex Garland.

Civil War: A Gripping Depiction of Modern-Day America's Civil War Horrors through Cinematography and Storytelling by Alex Garland.

Broke On: Friday, 15 March 2024 Civil War is a gripping and horrifying portrayal of modern-day civil war through the lens of Alex Garland's cinematography. It veers away from politics, focusing on practicalities.
Civil War: A Gripping Depiction of Modern-Day America's Civil War Horrors through Cinematography and Storytelling by Alex Garland.

Civil War: A Gripping Depiction of Modern-Day America's Civil War Horrors through Cinematography and Storytelling by Alex Garland.

Broke On: Friday, 15 March 2024 Civil War is a gripping and horrifying portrayal of modern-day civil war through the lens of Alex Garland's cinematography. It veers away from politics, focusing on practicalities.
Doubt Returns to Broadway: A Review of the Play and Its Relevance Today

Doubt Returns to Broadway: A Review of the Play and Its Relevance Today

Broke On: Friday, 08 March 2024 Doubt Returns to Broadway: A Review of the Play and Its Relevance Today explores themes such as pride, priesthood, presumptions of pedophilia, and a battle between men who had all the power and women who saw how they used it. The production features Liev Schreiber as Father Flynn and Amy Ryan as Sister Aloysius. This revival of the original Broadway show that won several awards is now even more relevant today due to ongoing issues with sexual abuse in the Catholic Church.
The Controversy Surrounding Movie Musicals: A Case Study on Mean Girls and The Color Purple

The Controversy Surrounding Movie Musicals: A Case Study on Mean Girls and The Color Purple

Broke On: Wednesday, 17 January 2024 The movie musical genre is gaining popularity but some studios are hesitant to market their films as such due to potential backlash from audiences. The recent release of Mean Girls and The Color Purple were both marketed as remakes rather than musicals, which may have been counterproductive in reaching potential audiences who might not be interested in seeing a movie with songs and dances.