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A Court of Thorns and Roses, BookTok & the Renaissance of Cosplay Fantasy Balls
Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR), first published in 2015, has grown into a captivating romantic fantasy universe. With over 38 million copies sold, ACOTAR's influence extends beyond its pages, inspiring themed cosplays, fantasy balls, and fan meetups that bring Prythian to life, fueling TikTok communities with billions of tag views.
By Jenna Deedy8 months ago in Geeks
Olde Essex Stage Company's Triumphant 'Romeo & Juliet'
These violent delights have violent ends. Olde Essex Stage Company presented Romeo & Juliet, William Shakespeare’s timeless romantic tragedy. When young lovers Romeo and Juliet fall in love, their forbidden romance causes more turmoil than reconciliation between the long-feuding Montagues and Capulets.
By Marielle Sabbag8 months ago in Geeks
Beyond Borders: How Bollywood Still Unites India and Pakistan
The recent backlash against Sardaar Ji 3 — starring Indian superstar Diljit Dosanjh and Pakistani actress Hania Aamir — is yet another example of how art becomes an easy target whenever tensions flare between India and Pakistan. While the casting of a Pakistani actress sparked outrage in some circles, the reaction reveals a deeper and more troubling pattern: art and sport are always the first casualties of politics in South Asia.
By Zeeshan Ali8 months ago in Geeks
From Hand-Drawn Animation to 3D
The shift from hand-drawn animation to 3D animation marks one of the most significant transformations in the history of animated storytelling. This change was driven by a mix of technological innovation, economic factors, and evolving audience expectations, creating a new era where digital magic replaced the tactile charm of ink and paper.
By Jordan Pill8 months ago in Geeks
The Labubu Takeover
It's hard to imagine that in only a few short years, something as simple as a little keychain would make such an impact on the economy, but here we are, isn't it wonderful? I'm sure by now you've seen/heard the TikTok, you know the one: "What the fuck is a Labubu?" that ends with the TikToker holding more than their fair share of Keychains, but you're not here to read a TikTok, so what the fuck is a Labubu?
By Parsley Rose 8 months ago in Geeks
Smearing the MCU for Diversity: How Outraged-Powered YouTubers Profit from Hate . Content Warning.
Trigger Warning: This article discusses online hate, misinformation, and harassment related to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), including references to sexism, racism, and conspiracy theories.
By Jenna Deedy8 months ago in Geeks
