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Margarete takes a deep dive into the world of film from how it was before the pandemic to how it is today. She also explores how this impacts the future of the film industry, Netflix, and consumers.

The Magic of Supporting Characters in Children’s Films

Follow Sofia in exploring the incomparable presence of the characters often sidelined in movie plots and find out how inescapable the charm of supporting characters really is.

Bridgerton Sets the Stage: A Modern Era of Period Dramas

Jaja discusses the current debate around the uncommon representation in Bridgerton, Netflix’s new period drama. Is it a win for representation or unrealistic?

Brave New Fantastic World: The Everlasting Appeal of Fantasy Books (And A Heartfelt Message)

Are you reading fantasy books? Then you are not alone. Gaukhar tells us why we are reading them and why we should not care what others think.

The Power of Deepfakes

Follow Nouhaila as she uncovers the truth behind the arrival of deepfakes, its consequences, and its use in the world of technology.

Alice in Borderland – Let The Games Begin

In this review of an anxiety-inducing Netflix original series, Emma puts the Japanese sci-fi thriller, Alice in Borderland, under a microscope.

BookTok: Chicken Soup for Your Bookworm Soul

Gaukhar introduces us to a whole new world of BookTok, where avid readers share their love for classic literature, fantasy novels, and many more.

Just Look It Up – Our Lives Subsumed by the Internet

As we go through one lockdown after another, Pritha discusses our dependency on the Internet that has reached new levels during this pandemic.

Cyberpunk 2077 – The Most Controversial Game of the Decade

Awaited for over eight years, Cyberpunk 2077 was finally released a few weeks ago. Promoted as the best game in history, the ultimate version triggered controversial opinions. From the endless delays to the unignorable bugs, Justin guides us through a detailed review of what was supposed to be the ultimate gaming experience.

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The Appeal of The Sims

Do you remember The Sims? Gökçe tells us more about her love for the game and explains why she and so many are obsessed with it.

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Closing the Books: the Fate of Modern Book Publishing Industry

Gaukhar writes about how paper books may or may not become obsolete, the challenges for publishing houses, and some fun statistics about paper book purchases.

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How Do Men in Suits Determine Careers of Athletes?

Audrius discusses the pressure sports media puts on athletes and how they affect the athletes’ mental health and careers before they’ve even kicked off.

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Is Die Hard a Christmas movie?

Ah yes, the debate of the century that resurfaces every Christmas. Well, Rita is here to tell you that the 1988 classic Die Hard is in fact, a Christmas movie. Read on to find out why.

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The Queen’s Gambit: An Addicting Tale of Addiction?

In this review, Andrada and Rita dig into the portrayal of addiction in the latest Netflix miniseries, The Queen’s Gambit.

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The Power of Deepfakes

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