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Of cameos and casting coups: Where lines between film scripts and gossip magazines blur
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Of cameos and casting coups: Where lines between film scripts and gossip magazines blur

When cameos meet casting coups, they no longer remain 'guest' appearances. Irrespective of the screen time, they become a crucial part of the story, given the intertextuality and cross-referencing at play.

The return of Dracula: COVID-19 horrors, anti-vaxxers debate provide a shot in the arm to modern vampire stories
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The return of Dracula: COVID-19 horrors, anti-vaxxers debate provide a shot in the arm to modern vampire stories

"To scare audiences, artists must adapt. Fanged Europeans do not terrify like they once did, but contagion does. As societal fears become oriented around the pandemic, what will happen to the future of the vampire?"

From The Office to Ted Lasso: How storytelling on TV saw a shift from irony to sincerity
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From The Office to Ted Lasso: How storytelling on TV saw a shift from irony to sincerity

Two decades ago, TV’s most distinctive stories were defined by a tone of dark or acerbic detachment. Today, they’re more likely to be earnest and direct.

Explained: As The Office completes 20 years, revisiting what the show says about mockumentaries as a genre
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Explained: As The Office completes 20 years, revisiting what the show says about mockumentaries as a genre

While it was the British version that gave the show its initial thrust, it was the 2005 American version that took the show and the mockumentary genre to unprecedented heights, helping it achieve cult status, and in many ways – global dominion.

Is Harry Potter now on HBO Max or Amazon Prime? Tracing why a film or show keeps switching streaming platforms
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Is Harry Potter now on HBO Max or Amazon Prime? Tracing why a film or show keeps switching streaming platforms

As streaming services proliferate, it is becoming more of a challenge to track down your favorite TV shows and blockbuster movies when streaming services can change up their offerings every month.

Mark York, best known for playing Billy Merchant in The Office, passes away aged 55
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Mark York, best known for playing Billy Merchant in The Office, passes away aged 55

Mark York passed away on 19 May in Ohio "after a brief and unexpected illness"

Kat Ahn criticises The Office for racist jokes 15 years after she appeared as guest star
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Kat Ahn criticises The Office for racist jokes 15 years after she appeared as guest star

Kat Ahn recalled how she was told to shut up and be grateful for the role on the sets of The Office

Prajakta Koli, CarryMinati, Bhuvan Bam, Mallika Dua — why digital influencers are fetching key acting roles
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Prajakta Koli, CarryMinati, Bhuvan Bam, Mallika Dua — why digital influencers are fetching key acting roles

For digital creators, many of whom are aspiring actors, their online popularity is helping them find a foothold in an industry that is notoriously difficult to break into.

John Krasinski's Some Good News to compete at the Emmys with other popular talk shows
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John Krasinski's Some Good News to compete at the Emmys with other popular talk shows

John Krasinski shot Some Good News from his home where he was locked up with his family due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

John Krasinski defends decision to sell YouTube series Some Good News after criticism from fans
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John Krasinski defends decision to sell YouTube series Some Good News after criticism from fans

John Krasinski's Some Good News shared only positive news amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Mindy Kaling on Never Have I Ever and uniting with Priyanka Chopra Jonas for upcoming Universal wedding comedy
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Mindy Kaling on Never Have I Ever and uniting with Priyanka Chopra Jonas for upcoming Universal wedding comedy

Mindy Kaling addresses allegations of inappropriate representation in Never Have I Ever, and how she ensured the semi-autobiographical story seemed contemporary.

John Krasinski, Steve Carell, The Office cast reunite to surprise newlyweds on YouTube show Some Good News
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John Krasinski, Steve Carell, The Office cast reunite to surprise newlyweds on YouTube show Some Good News

John Krasinski served as the officiant in the virtual marriage which was attended by the entire cast of The Office

Coronavirus Outbreak: The Office cast offers virtual hangout opportunity to fans who've made donations
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Coronavirus Outbreak: The Office cast offers virtual hangout opportunity to fans who've made donations

The cast of Office urged their fans to donate to Omaze, an organisation providing emergency and essential goods during the coronavirus pandemic.

How Mindy Kaling became a force to reckon with in an entertainment industry dominated by white men
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How Mindy Kaling became a force to reckon with in an entertainment industry dominated by white men

Mindy Kaling’s a bit of a powerhouse in Hollywood today and not just for Indian-origin-Americans, but also for women in general.

Brad Pitt serves as weatherman, Jonas Brothers make special appearance in John Krasinski’s YouTube show Some Good News
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Brad Pitt serves as weatherman, Jonas Brothers make special appearance in John Krasinski’s YouTube show Some Good News

Brad Pitt briefly appeared on John Krasinski’s Some Good News Show as a weather reporter on Sunday's episode

Why I prefer watching sitcoms to apocalypse-themed films and series during this Coronavirus lockdown
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Why I prefer watching sitcoms to apocalypse-themed films and series during this Coronavirus lockdown

Move over apocalypse-themed films and series; the ordinariness of sitcoms is a welcome change

The Office stars John Krasinski, Steve Carell reunite over video chat for NBC show's 15th anniversary during lockdown
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The Office stars John Krasinski, Steve Carell reunite over video chat for NBC show's 15th anniversary during lockdown

The Office, a hugely-popular comedy debuted on NBC in March 2005 and ran for nine seasons before ending in 2013.

Coronavirus outbreak: A guide to films, shows, podcasts to indulge in during this period of self-quarantine
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Coronavirus outbreak: A guide to films, shows, podcasts to indulge in during this period of self-quarantine

In times of social distancing and isolation during the coronavirus outbreak, the best one could do to entertain oneself through various shows, films, and podcasts.

Space Force: Steve Carrell begins shooting for Netflix comedy series; first look as General Naird unveiled
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Space Force: Steve Carrell begins shooting for Netflix comedy series; first look as General Naird unveiled

The idea Space Force came after US President Donald Trump announced plans to make such a thing in real life in June of 2018

Netflix acquires global rights to Seinfeld; All 180 episodes of comedy show to stream in 2021
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Netflix acquires global rights to Seinfeld; All 180 episodes of comedy show to stream in 2021

Seinfeld will be available on Netflix in 4K resolution for the first time.