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When Fandom Becomes an Obsession: The Psychology Behind Swiftie Culture
To many listeners, the songs of Taylor Swift serve as a mirror of their inner lives, helping them connect with others, push through hard times, and draw on their own strength. Delve into who they are. The community that forms at her concerts is one where people take solace in one another's company. Through her music, feelings that defy simple description are given expression, and it offers companionship when people face grief, the loss of someone dear, hopelessness, or isolation.
By Jenna Deedy3 days ago in Geeks
"Shrek": A Swamp Full of Laughs and Heart at Stage 284
What makes us special makes us stronger. Stage 284 transforms its auditorium into the fairy-tale world of “Shrek.” Based on the 2001 DreamWorks animated film, Shrek is a green ogre who reluctantly ventures on a quest with his new friend Donkey to rescue Princess Fiona. Throughout their journey, they learn they’re not so different after all.
By Marielle Sabbag5 days ago in Geeks
The cute face hiding a cold system: how to tell when an anime world is built on cruelty
The anime filter works as a narrative contract: round faces, bright colors, and adolescent friendship promise a kind of lightness that can be consumed. When that lightness is peeled back, the discomfort comes from a structural question. Is cruelty placed in the logic by which the world operates, or is it merely a tear-jerking backdrop for character relationships? The answer determines whether a work can withstand the test of removing the filter.
By Jin7 days ago in Geeks
Which Gambit was Better?
Have you ever doom-scrolled and found a video you felt needed a blog because the comment section was too short and limited? Trust me, it's happened to me a lot. I came across a video about the live-action X-Men character Gambit. The video is called “Is Channing Tatum’s Gambit really that bad? The video was made by YouTuber Cinefrenzylab; check out the channel and like their videos.
By stephanie borges8 days ago in Geeks
What If Iman Vellani Helped Shape Marvel’s Future? Turning Superhero Fandom Into a Global Movement for Literacy and the Arts.
Picture this: Marvel shifting its focus away from securing A-list stars for the upcoming Avengers movie, the Disney+ show slated for next year, or even from the whole notion of the Marvel Cinematic Universe as we know it.
By Jenna Deedy10 days ago in Geeks
North Shore Players to Celebrate Community, Love, and Theater with "Godspell"
“Thou shalt love the Lord, your God, with all your heart and soul.” - Godspell. “Godspell” is coming to the North Shore Players (NSP) stage this November. Premiering in 1971, “Godspell” follows Jesus Christ as he gathers a group of followers and teaches them lessons about love, kindness, and faith.
By Marielle Sabbag10 days ago in Geeks
I'm glad Jeff Fowler changed Sonic's design
Seven years ago, I wrote a blog about two popular video games turned into films, and I shared my opinion on them. The films were Pokémon Detective Pikachu and Sonic the Hedgehog. I'm just going to be honest: I was totally disgusted by Sonic's design and the film. He looks absolutely fake and absolutely terrifying. Unlike Pokémon, you can literally see that Sonic's design doesn't match the film's environment, and he looks nothing like the game.
By stephanie borges11 days ago in Geeks
Love Furry shorts
What do you say, we take a trip undergrrround? Not “Underground” with 1 R but with 3 R’s. I am talking about some animated shorts under 30 seconds about two anthropomorphic canines. They live together as human couples do. One is a hyena named Diesel, and the other is his girlfriend, Roxie, a wolf. If you haven't heard of this interesting show, you might want to check it out on YouTube. I came across it in the suggestions notifications tab while watching more video clips of the famous Miss Chiff, written and created by Dreamshorizon.
By stephanie borges11 days ago in Geeks
The God Who Stayed Silent: How Know My Name Turns Faker’s Silence Into Power
The music video for Know My Name opens with a drop of rain. Then Ruler’s Varus flashes forward, RQE locks onto Faker, and the SSG tower glows behind them. Faker sits in his chair with his hands over his face. Riot uses three frames to draw a line through history.
By Jin16 days ago in Geeks
If You Want The Snyderverse To Continue, Write It!
What becomes of the tales that are never shared? This is a question that lingers over the Snyderverse. For a long time, fans have pushed to bring Zack Snyder's vision of the DC universe back into active development. Lately, some fans have turned to generative AI to produce fan-made clips, envisioning how Justice League 2 and 3 might have turned out.
By Jenna Deedy17 days ago in Geeks
Notes from the Mind Palace
Entry... Whatever: The Comfort Carousel If you look closely at the titles stacked near the television, you can map out the exact texture of a person's internal weather.
By Syl De'Vil18 days ago in Geeks
Black Dog Theatre Brings "Ordinary Days" to the Stage
Today may not be like any other day. Black Dog Theatre Company presents “Ordinary Days” this October. The musical revolves around four New Yorkers whose lives intersect in unexpected ways. They search for connection, purpose, and happiness.
By Marielle Sabbag24 days ago in Geeks