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Netflix’s ‘SupaCell’ is a Slowburn Superhero Series

How far would you go to save someone you love? For most of us, the answer is clear-we’d go to the ends of the Earth. This human desire, however, is bound by limitations. But what if you had superpowers? The possibilities and lengths you could go to would be nearly endless. We all know the saying, “With great power comes great

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Cosmic Psychologist: ‘Hit Man’ and the Tangled Web of Lying

We’ve all done something foolish in the pursuit of love, haven’t we? As a psychologist, I understand that we’re not alone in this. The need and desire to fit in and be accepted is a powerful force in all of us. The universal need for that intoxicating dopamine hit from another person drives us to seek love and support from those

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Interview with Sean O’Connell, Author of ‘Bruce Willis: Celebrating the Cinematic Legacy of an Unbreakable Hollywood Icon’

Bruce Willis is a name synonymous with Hollywood blockbusters and almost every genre of projects you can think of. Yet, for many, accessing the full spectrum of his cinematic achievements can be as challenging. Thankfully, Sean O’Connell’s new biography, focused on Bruce Willis and his acting past, offers a comprehensive and engaging journey through the star’s illustrious career. From his early

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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 Premiere: An Epic Continuation of the Saga

After a two-year wait, HBO’s hit series House of the Dragon returned this past Sunday night. The first season was a hit installment in the Game of Thrones universe, leaving the second season highly anticipated. With June being a busy month for TV, it’s expected that House of the Dragon will open its season premiere to massive viewership numbers. The show

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Max’s ‘Fantasmas’ is Undeniably Queer and Here for Pride Month

During our Pride Month episode of The Cosmic Circle, I, along with fellow writers Izzy Friedman and Cameron Brook, broke down the state of Queer media and how it has grown since last year. It feels like representation across television, film, and all other forms of media continues to grow in a positive trajectory, with one of the noticeable differences being

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True Crime Meets ‘Sesame Street’ in Netflix’s ‘Eric’

While I’m not a parent, I can empathize with the fear of things happening to your children that are out of your control. I have four nephews that I’m close with and worry about on a daily basis, so I can only assume that worry is ten-fold for parents. How do you let your children go to school or walk out

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‘Challengers’ is Zendaya’s Artistic Tour de Force

Last week, I attended a Challengers press screening at the Amazon MGM Studios headquarters in Beverly Hills, California. Luca Guadagnino’s latest film spotlights three characters tangled in messy relationships amid a backdrop of tennis championships. Anchored by stellar performances from Zendaya, Mike Faist, and Josh O’Connor, Challengers is a true tour de force for everyone involved. Haunted by her failed professional

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‘Lessons in Chemistry’ Cast Discuss Adapting the Novel for Apple TV+

Lessons in Chemistry was a standout streaming show in 2023, anchored by a strong performance from Brie Larson. The Apple TV+ limited series also starred Lewis Pullman and Aja Naomi King, both of whom played perfect supporting roles. All three stars, in addition to showrunner Lee Eisenberg, appeared at Deadline Contenders Television 2024 to discuss their approach to adapting the novel

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