How 'The Last of Us' bucked the trend for failed video game adaptations and instead added depth to a much beloved game.
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How Edgar Allan Poe Became the Darling of the Maligned and Misunderstood
Is the writer’s appeal less about the power and complexity of his prose, and more about the view of him as a perennial underdog?
The Memoir ‘I’m Glad My Mom Died’ Offers a Case Study in How Capitalism Rewards Psychopathy
Former 'iCarly' child actor Jennette McCurdy’s new memoir exposes how a profit-hungry entertainment industry encouraged the abusive behaviour of her mother.
‘Welcome to Chippendales’: Why the Disney Brand Won’t Be Harmed by Provocative Programming
Sub-brands such as Star and Hulu have allowed Disney to experiment with adult-themed content while protecting its core brand.
The Right Tried to Cancel the ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’
The Right has successfully framed “canceling” as something leftists do. But it’s the snowflakes on the Right who have typically led the charge to censor culture.
‘His Dark Materials’: How the Small-Screen Adaptation Deals With the Novel’s Big Ideas
In its third and concluding season, 'His Dark Materials' grapples with ideas poorly suited to small screen adaptation – but comes out swinging.
‘Emily in Paris’: Why It’s So Hard To Admit Love for the Show Despite It Being So Popular
A couple of theories why many feel like they can’t openly express love for it.