Introduction In the realm of horror movies, few character tropes have captured the collective imagination quite like the “Final Girl.” Representing resilience, resourcefulness, and survival, the Final Girl has stood as a beacon of strength in the face of terror for decades. Amongst these iconic figures, Samantha Carpenter, portrayed by Melissa Barrera, emerges as a…
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Bridgerton, Cleopatra, Cinderella, and the Struggle for Authentic Representation Introduction In recent years, the entertainment industry has grappled with the concept of color-conscious casting, challenging traditional norms and aiming to foster authentic representation on screen. Productions like Netflix’s Bridgerton and the documentary Queen Cleopatra have generated heated discussions, highlighting both progress and lingering concerns surrounding casting decisions. By examining the…
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Crime in Spain — The Anxious Tourist’s Guide (1)
As most of my friends already know, Spain is one of my favorite destinations. I decided to write this post because many people bring up this topic when I speak about my travels. Instead of just giving the old “just use common sense” advice, I think I can give you a better idea on how…
Read moreAlways exchanging currency? Stop NOW and read this before your next trip.
When I prepare for an overseas trip, there are a few things that I double check ahead of time to avoid any issues when I am out of the country — like alerting my bank/credit card companies and finding that little pointy thingy to open the cellphone slot and install a new sim card —…
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