China’s criticism of Little Mermaid reveals Hollywood’s dilemma

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Disney’s latest live-action feature, The Little Mermaid, is facing a significant backlash characterized by racial tensions from both Chinese state media and social media users. As China has become one of the largest markets for Hollywood films, this racially-charged criticism serves as a stark reminder of the consequences film studios may face when they inadvertently… Continue reading

Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia fans debate their strongest female characters

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The passionate fan bases of Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia have once again ignited a heated online debate, this time revolving around two well-developed but underutilized characters from their respective shows. It seems that fans of Gege Akutami’s Jujutsu Kaisen and Kohei Horikoshi’s My Hero Academia are no strangers to going head-to-head in spirited… Continue reading

I understand the reasons behind Disney’s conflict with DeSantis

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Corporate America is facing the impact of culture wars. Recent boycotts and threats by right-wing critics against companies like Bud Light, Target, and Kohl’s for their support of the L.G.B.T.Q. community have highlighted the growing politicization of big businesses. As companies are increasingly forced to take sides, some are aligning themselves with the L.G.B.T.Q. community… Continue reading

With a minor alteration, My Hero Academia could have reached new heights

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“My Hero Academia, one of Shonen Jump’s top series, could have been significantly enhanced with a simple modification. Despite its current acclaim, there is a small change that would address several major issues within the story. Created by Kohei Horikoshi, My Hero Academia centers around students attending U.A. High School, a prestigious institution for aspiring… Continue reading