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Trisha Paytas and the Power of the Pivot, Part I 

Mackenzie Wofford, Staff Writer   (Image from Today.com)   Public relations firms and personal management teams have been reshaping celebrity reputations after controversy for decades. Whether through strategic brand partnerships or tastefully curated friendships, celebrities have been able to manage public perception after controversy. Due to the rise of the internet, the idea of celebrity has changed. With the ability to garner millions of followers and … Continue reading Trisha Paytas and the Power of the Pivot, Part I 

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Anora vs. The Substance: Who Really Should Have Won Best Actress? 

Bronwen K. Bradshaw, Arts & Entertainment Editor (Images From, People (Left), InStyle (Right) )  Mikey Madison, star of the Oscar-winning movie Anora, was awarded Best Actress in a Leading Role at the Oscars this year for portraying the title character. Madison, age 25, is the ninth-youngest person to win the Oscar for the category, beating out her competitors for the award. However, Madison’s win resulted … Continue reading Anora vs. The Substance: Who Really Should Have Won Best Actress? 

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How HBO’s Succession Shaped the Family That Inspired It 

Mackenzie N. Wofford  (Image From, https://www.hbo.com/succession )  The 2018 HBO drama Succession follows the Roy family, owners of the media conglomerate Waystar Royco, as they fight for power while their aging father nears retirement. The series takes inspiration from the creators of News Corps, the Murdoch family, and their fight for control over the media empire of their father, Rupert Murdoch. News Corps is a … Continue reading How HBO’s Succession Shaped the Family That Inspired It 

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Maria: The Diva’s Final Days  

Bronwen K. Bradshaw, Arts & Entertainment Editor   (Image From, Does Angelina Jolie Actually Sing In Maria?)  Director Pablo Larrain takes us on another journey of aesthetically beautiful filmmaking with Netflix’s “Maria,” written by Steven Knight and starring Angelina Jolie.   This film follows Maria La Callas, the most famous opera singer of the twentieth century and today, embarking on a journey of the singer’s final … Continue reading Maria: The Diva’s Final Days  

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Chappell Roan: A Femininomenon in Her Own Right 

Bronwen K Bradshaw, Arts and Entertainment Editor  (Image From, A Timeline of Chappell Roan’s Rapid Rise From YouTube Covers to Global Stardom)  Chappell Roan has taken over in the past year, with thousands of people blaring “Pink Pony Club” in their cars, “Hot To Go” from their headphones, and sparking a “Femininomenon” in pop music. The queer artist has cultivated a large following over a … Continue reading Chappell Roan: A Femininomenon in Her Own Right 

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The Academy Award for Best Picture: Who Will Win? 

Bronwen K Bradshaw, Arts & Entertainment Editor   (Image From, 2025 Oscar-Nominated Short Films: Live Action)  The 97th annual Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, are set to air on March 2 at 7 p.m live on ABC or streaming on Hulu and YouTube TV. Millions of people watch the Oscars, rooting for their favorite films of the year to win. Comedian Conan O’Brien … Continue reading The Academy Award for Best Picture: Who Will Win? 

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Arcane: How to Write Great Female Characters 

Bronwen K. Bradshaw, Arts & Entertainment Editor   (Image From, REVIEW: ‘Arcane’ an exciting start to League of Legends cinematic universe)  The second and final season of Arcane: League of Legends was released on Netflix this past November and received terrific reviews. Based on the successful videogame League of Legends, the story follows sisters Vi and Powder/Jinx and their roles in the conflict between the … Continue reading Arcane: How to Write Great Female Characters 

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The Making of Something Wicked: How Wicked Defied All Odds.  

By Bronwen K. Bradshaw  (Image From, The Best Part of Wicked Shows the Problem With the Rest)  Since its premiere in November, Wicked has taken audiences on a magical journey through Oz. It is a retelling of The Wizard of Oz from the perspective of the Wicked Witch, adapted from the highly successful Broadway musical of the same name.   The Wicked movie has been in … Continue reading The Making of Something Wicked: How Wicked Defied All Odds.  

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Breaking the Fourth Wall: The New Era of Reality Television and the Performance of the ‘Housewife’  

By Mackenzie N. Wofford  (Image From, ‘The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ Sets Cast and Season 5 Return Date)  The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City is Bravo’s newest addition to the beloved Housewives franchise. Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, the series explores Mormonism, social control, and the performative nature of reality television. Since the series debuted in 2020, The Real Housewives of … Continue reading Breaking the Fourth Wall: The New Era of Reality Television and the Performance of the ‘Housewife’  

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Why Do Pixar Movies Always Make Me Cry? 

Bronwen K. Bradshaw, Arts and Entertainment Editor Image From, (Small But Interesting ‘Finding Nemo’ Details That Fans Noticed)  Recently, I decided to rewatch Pixar’s classic, Finding Nemo. The film was one of my favorites growing up, a staple in the household. I could quote Dory’s whale monologue to a tee and know the ending from seeing the film countless times. However, upon watching the movie, … Continue reading Why Do Pixar Movies Always Make Me Cry? 

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