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The Incognito Imperative: It’s Time for the ‘Dumbed Down’ Heroine Trope to Die.
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The Incognito Imperative: It’s Time for the ‘Dumbed Down’ Heroine Trope to Die.

A critical analysis of the Incognito Trope in C-dramas. We argue why forcing smart female leads to hide their genius is a structural weakness that reinforces dated gender roles.

Jiejie Oct 27 · 4 min
Breaking Flawed: The Plot Holes in Breaking Bad We Need to Talk About
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Breaking Flawed: The Plot Holes in Breaking Bad We Need to Talk About

Jiejie Oct 15 · min
Why the Throne is a Cage: Unmasking the Powerless Majesty in K-Dramas
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Why the Throne is a Cage: Unmasking the Powerless Majesty in K-Dramas

Jiejie Oct 14 · 1 min
Tired of Noble Idiocy? The Drama Tropes We're Done With
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Tired of Noble Idiocy? The Drama Tropes We're Done With

An enthusiastic look at overused drama tropes like the accidental wrist grab and noble idiocy, and why audiences are ready for fresh, mature storytelling alternatives.

Jiejie Oct 14 · 1 min

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