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By Cece Lowry Cinema often serves as society’s mirror, reflecting not just our shared struggles but also the illusions we create to avoid seeing the truth. Wicked—a tale transformed from Gregory Maguire’s subversive novel into a beloved Broadway musical and now a highly anticipated film directed by
By Cece Lowry In an era where Hollywood is often perceived as a digital wonderland—where CGI reigns supreme and tech-savvy producers seem to hold all the cards—the real magic of filmmaking lies not in technology but in the people behind the scenes. The new Hollywood is not merely
By Cece Lowry Tucked away in the heart of Amsterdam, just steps from the shimmering canals, is Freddy’s—a jazz lounge that effortlessly melds elegance and soul. Here, where the charm of Amsterdam’s storied history meets its vibrant modernity, time seems to slow down. Whether you're
By Cece Lowry The Chicago Sky’s New Mascot, Skye, Marks a Turning Point for Women’s Basketball Move over, Bulls—there’s a new reigning team in Chicago, and their lioness-inspired mascot, Skye, proves it. Unveiled as the fierce new face of the Chicago Sky, Skye embodies a dominance
By Cece Lowry From minstrelsy to blaxploitation and beyond, Black culture has been a driving force in cinema. Yet the question remains: whose stories are truly being told? Justin Simien’s adaptation of Donald Bogle’s seminal work, Hollywood Black, confronts this issue directly, urging us to rethink cinema'
