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‘The Seed of the Sacred Fig’: A Tense, Impeccable Drama from Iranian Master Mohammad Rasoulof
Produced and smuggled out of Iran, 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig' has profound intensity and a family oriented political story of the struggles in modern day Iran...
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Fantasy as a Mirror: Using Fantasy to Explore Reality’s Issues.
Fantasy is defined by magical elements beyond our reality. These allow filmmakers to blend escapism with social commentary, engaging viewers and inspiring thought....
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Reality’s True Reflections: The Unique Power of Science Fiction
Born as a reflection of our waking reality, Science Fiction is more than just a mere futuristic view of life as we know it, but it acts as a warning of it....
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Building a Brighter Future from The Echoes of Nuclear Fallout: Reflections on Our Fragile Present
Post-apocalyptic settings offer a haunting reflection of today’s world, exploring how our fears, choices, and vulnerabilities shape the future and echo through society's ruins....
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Chords That Make The Soul Ache: How Has Metal Music Inspired The Industry?
The bell that tolls for anyone, Metal Music has influenced more than just the music industry, It has fitted its claws deep into Film and Television for decades....
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Opening The Codex Pages: What Possible Assassin’s Creed Adaptations Can Explore of Its Deep Lore.
Assassin’s Creed's deep lore expands across 13 games, 20 novels, 8 comic series, 2 animated shorts, and 1 live-action film. Making it a delicate mythos to adapt....
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The Problem with True Crime: Tragedy isn’t Entertainment
True crime has become a favorite genre for many, but very few realize how it can impact people’s real lives. It’s important to be cautious regarding the media....
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Fahrenheit 2022: What’s Going on With All the Banned Books?
You may have seen news about book bans being on the rise. Here’s what’s happening and why it matters....
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The Duality of Fan Culture: How Super Bowl Super Fans, Taylor Swift Swifties + Boy Band Obsessed are All the Same
Young women are often criticized for their “obsessions” such as Taylor Swift, but it’s celebrated to go all out for your favorite sports teams. Are the two really different?...
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Beyond the Court: Basketball Stars Are Making a Difference in Their Communities | NBA
An in-depth look at how two of the most valuable 2024 NBA Finalists are making a difference in the world....
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Virtual Voices – Social Media Revolution: How Digital Platforms are Revolutionizing Activism
A deep dive into the benefits of digital activism in today’s world - social media revolution....
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2024 Olympics: The List of Olympics Medalists
The 2024 Olympics has come to an end. Here is a list of athletes who made it to the podium and brought a medal home and will forever be Olympics Medalists....
