Svetlana Sterlin
Bio
Svetlana Sterlin is based in Brisbane, Australia, where she writes prose, poetry, and screenplays. The founding editor of swim meet lit mag, she also edits with Voiceworks.
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Harry Potter: 5 Funniest Neville Longbottom Quotes (& 5 Most Heartbreaking)
Neville Longbottom starts out as a clumsy, forgetful, accident-prone boy who happens to be in Harry Potter's year at Hogwarts. We later learn that he is also part of the same prophecy that outlines Harry's fate to be the Chosen One. In fact, it turns out that there is a lot more to Neville than meets the eye.
By Svetlana Sterlin4 months ago in Geeks
The Office Christmas Episodes Ranked
The festive season is always a good time to rewatch some familiar favorites, even if they’re non-Christmas comfort movies and TV shows. Years after its conclusion, NBC’s The Office continues to be a hit all year round, but luckily for Christmas enthusiasts, the series includes seven Christmas episodes.
By Svetlana Sterlin4 months ago in Geeks
Jane Eyre and 9 Other Moody Period Dramas
Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre has been adapted for the screen many times, but the 2011 film adaptation is perhaps the most successful in capturing the Gothic moodiness of the novel. Mia Wasikowska portrays the titular character, imbuing Jane with a sense of innocence despite her rough childhood. When Jane becomes the governess at Thornfield Hall, she is thrust into an environment of isolation and secrecy. The mysterious Edward Rochester (Michael Fassbender) who owns the property is rarely present, and when he is, he is alternately reticent and remarkably perceptive. Nevertheless, or perhaps because of his enigmatic nature, Jane feels drawn to him.
By Svetlana Sterlin4 months ago in Geeks
Enola Holmes: 15 Best Quotes
Netflix's highly anticipated film adaptation of Enola Holmes premiered on the streaming platform on the 23rd of September, 2020. The film tells an empowering feminist story of a young girl named Enola on a quest to find her mother, set against the backdrop of the suffragette movement in 19th-century England. Enola Holmes 2 promises to delve deeper into this aspect of the story and address Henry Cavill's character - Sherlock Holmes himself.
By Svetlana Sterlin5 months ago in Geeks
Only Murders in the Building: Best Quotes from Seasons 1 & 2
Only Murders in the Building is an Emmy-nominated mystery-comedy series from Hulu, created by John Hoffman and Steve Martin. Martin stars alongside Selena Gomez and Martin Short, with a supporting cast including Amy Ryan and Cara Delevingne. Most of the story takes place in the titular apartment building, the Arconia, located in the heart of New York City. Naturally, this setting brings together a diverse medley of characters, including some familiar faces (Sting of The Police in season 1, and comedian Amy Schumer in season 2).
By Svetlana Sterlin5 months ago in Geeks
Teen Wolf: 8 Funniest Stiles Stilinski Quotes (& 7 Most Heartbreaking)
Teen Wolf's Stiles Stilinski has always been a fan-favorite character in the MTV series. Played by Dylan O'Brien, Stiles is known for his loyalty, humor, and unrelenting sarcasm. He can lighten any situation, which is helpful in a show packed with so many dark and tense moments.
By Svetlana Sterlin8 months ago in Geeks
10 Most Shameless Things Jimmy/Steve Ever Did In The Series
Of all the members of the extensive cast of Shameless, Jimmy (previously known as Steve) may be the one who lives up to the show's title the most. He's relentless in his pursuit of Fiona, even long after she's moved on, and he doesn't know where to draw the line between his own life and the Gallaghers'.
By Svetlana Sterlin8 months ago in Geeks
Sex Education: Aimee's 10 Best Quotes
Content warning: sexual assault. Aimee Gibbs is known for her unwitting comedic presence, but she defies the stereotypes of the "dumb blonde" female character often seen in high school settings. Especially in seasons 2 and 3 of Sex Education, Aimee is given a chance to voice her opinions on a variety of topics and spend more time with people she truly cares about, like Maeve and Steve.
By Svetlana Sterlin8 months ago in Geeks
If Beale Street Could Talk: 10 Most Poetic Quotes
Content warning: This article makes mention of sexual assault. Barry Jenkins' highly-anticipated follow-up to Moonlight is an adaptation of James Baldwins' If Beale Street Could Talk. Hints of the same poetic style and cinematography are clear throughout, but this effect doesn't take the edge off the grit and harshness of the film's message.
By Svetlana Sterlin8 months ago in Geeks
10 Teen Dramas To Watch If You Miss The Society
Despite its popularity, Netflix’s genre-defying series, The Society, was canceled just two weeks before its second season was scheduled to film. The popular show follows a group of teens who are left stranded in their hometown in New England after a failed camping trip.
By Svetlana Sterlin8 months ago in Geeks
The Hunger Games: The First & Last Lines Of Each Main Character
Katniss Everdeen isn't the only character who goes through a lot across the four Hunger Games movies. It's an emotional rollercoaster for everyone, which leaves the main characters with some memorable quotes in their final moments onscreen. Katniss has an extensive support system around her to share in her experiences, though not everyone is as much of an ally as they pretend to be.
By Svetlana Sterlin9 months ago in Geeks
