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Afrofuturism is a cultural movement that seeks to explore and transform the experience of the African diaspora. Stretching across multiple art forms and genres, the movement taps into the limitless potential of creativity and the imagination to envision Black liberation through stories, music, architecture, fashion, music, and so much more.

On her last day alive, Marilyn Monroe said she knew “dangerous secrets,” then suspiciously died later that night. In this compelling new account of what happened to her, investigative journalist and award-winning author Larry Jordan presents solid evidence that has never surfaced before. He has crafted a gripping, fast-paced, historically accurate and chronological narrative that connects the dots and shows you how events unfolded. He exposes the collusion of malicious forces intent on silencing Marilyn, whom they mistakenly viewed as a threat. (She was NEVER going to hold a press ...

Tyra Banks’s America’s Next Top Model was a cultural phenomenon with more than six million weekly viewers at its peak. Over its fifteen-year run, the show captured the glitz of the early aughts as well as its most toxic attitudes—from the glamorous but often questionable photo shoots to the cutting feedback from its highly respected if out-of-touch judges. Watching ANTM now, it feels impossible to imagine a show like this airing today, and as its fans have grown up, they’ve also begun to reckon with the enduring ways that the show has affected their body image and self-esteem.

Tras una exitosa carrera en el cine británico, Hitchcock desembarcó en Estados Unidos a finales de los años treinta para realizar Rebeca, adaptación de la novela homónima de Daphne du Maurier. Durante largos años, esta obra ha permanecido a la sombra de otros filmes de su director, como Psicosis (1960) o Vértigo (1958), quizá por tratarse, aparentemente, de una película más convencional. Sin embargo, un análisis atento de sus formas y su estructura permiten ver que bajo la apariencia de clasicismo Rebeca articula unos planteamientos formales y narrativos de una complejidad ...

A pesar de las dudas iniciales, el estreno de Up supuso la confirmación del extraordinario momento creativo de los estudios Pixar a lo largo de la década de 2000. Encabezado por un inusual prólogo que incluía una de las secuencias más celebradas del cine reciente, el filme da paso luego a un frenético festín visual que supone el punto de encuentro entre la brillantez técnica de la animación norteamericana y la intensidad emocional del cine de Miyazaki, condensada en la alegoría de la casa flotante con sus globos de colores. El presente libro analiza en profundidad los diversos ...

Saturday Morning Forever: The Cartoon Network Effect is a soul-charged, nostalgia-laced journey through the cartoons that shaped a generation. From the suburban scams of Ed, Edd n Eddy to the emotional myth-building of Steven Universe, JJ unpacks the emotional, spiritual, and subconscious weight behind the madness.

In Chronicles from the Couch, James Johnson dives headfirst into the timeless worlds of Seinfeld, Friends, and That '70s Show—unpacking what makes these shows more than just entertainment. With deep insight and undeniable humor, this book explores legendary moments like “We were on a break,” the chaotic genius of Kramer, the mythic Soup Nazi, and the soul of the sitcom archetype itself.

The ultimate collection of scandals, on-set feuds and affairs, humorous anecdotes, behind the scenes tragedies, studio cover-ups and casting couch activity in the first hundred years of Hollywood.

An uncensored look at aspects of the private lives (and deaths) of the stars of Hollywood's Golden Age and beyond. Hollywood minus the hype and hokum.

The Longest Interview is a podcast where actors, writers, filmmakers, and various celebrities come for long conversations about movies, books, food, music, and travel. We hope you enjoy listening to our episodes.

Retro Pro Wrestling presents The Complete History of Starrcade, featuring thoughts and analysis of every match, angle, and interview from the National Wrestling Alliance / World Championship Wrestling's flagship event. From Ric Flair taking on Harley Race for the world title at A Flare for the Gold to Sting earning the title of 'Wrestler of the 90s' at Future Shock, part 1 of this series reviews all of the Starrcade events from the 1980s. Alongside Sting and Flair, you'll also read about matches including Lex Luger, The Youngbloods, The Steiner Brothers, The Road Warriors, Dusty Rhodes, ...

Retro Pro Wrestling Presents: The Complete History of Wrestlemania Volume 1 - 1985 to 1998 Experience the history of Wrestlemania like never before! Relive every legendary match, captivating storyline, and unforgettable interview that made the early years of Wrestlemania the benchmark for professional wrestling entertainment. This volume takes you from the groundbreaking Wrestlemania 1, where Hulk Hogan and Mr. T teamed up to take on Roddy Piper and Paul Orndorff, to the electrifying Wrestlemania 14, where Stone Cold Steve Austin ushered in a new era of Attitude in the World Wrestling ...

The Royal Rumble has fascinated and enthralled wrestling fans around the world for over 30 years, captivating the imagination in a way that few other wrestling PPV concepts ever could. In the first volume of Retro Pro Wrestling's Complete History of The Royal Rumble, journalist and wrestling fan CJ Scholes relive every match, every angle, and every interview from the annual every-man-for-himself extravaganza. From Hacksaw Jim Duggan's victory in the inaugural TV special to The Rock's triumph at the 2000 event via back-to-back wins for Shawn Michaels and Stone Cold Steve Austin, the ...

Who Will Survive? From the opening bell of the first annual Survivor Series to the controversial closing moments of Bret Hart vs. Shawn Michaels and The Montreal Screwjob of Survivor Series 1997, relive every single match, interview, and angle from the second-longest running PPV in WWE history. The Complete History of Survivor Series - Vol 1: 1987 - 1997 features a Who's Who of all your favorite pro wrestling superstars including: Hulk Hogan, Macho Man Randy Savage, Andre The Giant. Demolition, The British Bulldogs, The Ultimate Warrior, The Rock. Sid, Kevin "Diesel" Nash. Scott "Razor ...

Hitmaker’s Handbook: How To Write Pop Songs That Stick By Graeme Dinnen. ISBN 979-8-89686-676-3 A highly anticipated book that goes beyond the typical chapters on songwriting and lyrics. It offers a profound exploration of what truly matters after the song has been written: Production - Trends in Instrumentation - Layering for Impact - Collaboration (what and who to beware of) - Building A Dream Team - Industry Trends - the Importance of TikTok and social media - Streaming Algorithms - Marketing Your Song - The Art of the Pitch - The Business of Songs - Copywriting Your Song - Overcoming ...

As WWE prepares to present Clash at the Castle, it's first UK PPV in 19 years, Retro Pro Wrestling looks back at all the oft-forgotten British PPVs and major events that took place from the Battle Royal at the Royal Albert Hall* in 1991 all the way to the final UK event, Rebellion 2003. Recounting every match,every angle, and every backstage interview, The Complete History of WWE's UK PPVs features a Who's Who of top stars including Bret Hart, British Bulldog, Randy Savage, Ric Flair, Ultimate Warrior, John Cena, Shawn Michaels, Kurt Angle, Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Undertaker, HHH and ...

Georges Méliès: The Complete Guide to His Films, Legacy, and Cinematic Magic is an in-depth exploration of one of cinema’s most visionary pioneers. Known as the “Magician of the Screen,” Méliès revolutionized early film with dazzling visual effects, fantastical stories, and unmatched creative innovation. This richly researched guide offers a comprehensive look at his groundbreaking work, including detailed analysis of his most iconic films such as A Trip to the Moon, The Haunted Castle, and The Impossible Voyage. With chapters on Méliès’s life, technical achievements, ...

El impacto visual de Titanic no solo radica en su escala monumental, sino en la maestría cinematográfica con la que James Cameron dio vida a esta historia épica. Este libro explora en profundidad cada aspecto técnico y artístico que convirtió a Titanic en una de las películas más influyentes de la historia del cine.

William Shatner hat mehr erlebt und gesehen als die meisten anderen Menschen. Sein Leben wurde sowohl von traumatischen Ereignissen wie dem schrecklichen Unfalltod seiner Frau Nerine bestimmt als auch von Triumphen wie der Verleihung des "Golden Globe" und des "Emmy". Captain Kirk, wie er immer noch liebevoll genannt wird, präsentiert dem Leser in seinem fesselnden Buch originelle Gedanken zu Liebe und Leidenschaft, zu Hass und tiefempfundener Menschlichkeit.