Rape as Drama, Because Nothing Else Counts
Those who know me realize that, in my fiction, I have a fascination with rape. I’ve spent the longest time picking apart my reasons, and have discerned that Rape as Drama’s appeal can be traced back to the validation it provides a character.
Read more . . .Comedy Ethics: In Defense of Joe and Buzz
I hate sitcoms, especially those that stereotype men as bumbling fools. But I love Joe and Buzz, despite it being based on this tired gag.
Read more . . .Dissecting (‘the Best’) 100 Novels’ Opening Lines
I was happy when I saw a link to The American Book Review’s 100 Best First Lines from Novels. However, as soon as the page had loaded and my eye had lit upon #5, I knew what I was in for.
Read more . . .Clichés I Adore: Cuteness
It’s established that humans are predisposed to love ‘cute’ creatures. Therefore, a quick way for a movie to appeal to most of the audience is to include cute things.
Read more . . .Clichés I Abhor: This Just In!
The TVTropes Wiki has a great page on Show, Don’t Tell. Once Heartless was over, I went straight to it and quickly found the exact trope I’m looking for: This Just In.
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