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The Adventures of Dunk and Egg
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In the wake of author George R.R. Martin’s growing frustrations with HBO’s House of the Dragon (an adaptation of his 2018 fictional historiography, Fire and Blood), his
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Beauty Beyond Vanity: Makeup as Expression and Identity
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Makeup has long been framed as a symbol of vanity rather than a form of expression. It is often dismissed as something superficial, reduced to appearance alone. For many people, however, makeup is not about hiding flaws or seeking attention. Makeup is
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When Queer Romance Centers Straight Women
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Few book-to-series adaptations have united people faster than the hockey rivalry turned star-crossed romance, Heated Rivalry, whose predominantly straight female fanbase has sparked debates over ethical consumption, true masculinity and the erasure of sapphic media. In
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Marty Supreme: How Timothée Chalamet Revived the Art of the Movie Star
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By his understanding that movie stars are not meant to be relatable, but watched, Timothée Chalamet has revived the art of the movie star. His
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Discussing Indigenous Cultures with Filmmaker, Dr. Michael Doxtater
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In the upcoming episode of Cord’s very own film podcast, Cord En Scène, we had a great opportunity to talk to Indigenous academic filmmaker, professor, and writer Dr.
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Wake Up Dead Man sharpens the mystery?
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Released in late November, Rian Johnson’s Wake Up Dead Man (2025) is quite possibly the best film in the Knives Out franchise. With outstanding performances, a
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Affordable Holiday Style: Cozy Décor Hacks for Small Spaces
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Decorating is a key part of the holiday season. For students at Wilfrid Laurier University, adding festive touches to a dorm room can be a
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Thrifting Trend Thrives Among Students, Rooted in Centuries
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Thrifting has never been more popular, but the concept of thrifting spans back hundreds of years. What began as a way for low-income communities
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Why Modern Rom-Coms Have Lost Their Spark
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Today’s romantic comedies rely on shortcuts, tropes, and shallow characters Romantic comedies, or rom-coms, have been a staple genre in the film industry
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Renao’s Still Life: A Dreamy Debut Rooted in Desi Soul
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Minimalist Production Meets Cultural Depth in a Lush Debut Renao’s debut album, Still Life, is a quiet antidote to overstimulattion amidst the chaos of
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