Narrative Nonsense

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Introducing our new series, "Narrative Nonsense"! 🎬🍿 Have you ever noticed how certain plot devices and character archetypes seem to appear over and over again in your favorite movies and TV shows? Well, there's a reason for that. These storytelling tools, known as "tropes," reflect and comment on the world around us. From the "Manic Pixie Dream Girl" to the "Savior Complex,"—we'll yap on it all. So join us as we unpack the good, the bad, & the problematic of popular media tropes. And hey, who knows, maybe you'll even come away with some fresh perspectives for your next movie night!

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  1. spoiler alert: if they’re gay, they probs won’t make it 💅🏼💀

    11/09/2024

    spoiler alert: if they’re gay, they probs won’t make it 💅🏼💀

    welcome to narrative nonsense 👀 in our first ep, we’re spilling the tea on the “bury your gays” trope—a classic move in both hollywood and desi cinema where queer characters take the ultimate exit. from tragic demises to unnecessary heartbreak, why can’t our faves catch a break? 🥀 let’s chat about the representation we deserve and why happy endings seem to be a no-show! are we ready to see more love and less tragedy? tune in for the vibes! 🌈 💖 don’t forget to follow us on insta for more mind-bending content! drop your wildest thoughts or trope ideas in the comments or slide into our inbox at bopopaimedia@gmail.com—who knows, your question might be featured in a future episode!

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Introducing our new series, "Narrative Nonsense"! 🎬🍿 Have you ever noticed how certain plot devices and character archetypes seem to appear over and over again in your favorite movies and TV shows? Well, there's a reason for that. These storytelling tools, known as "tropes," reflect and comment on the world around us. From the "Manic Pixie Dream Girl" to the "Savior Complex,"—we'll yap on it all. So join us as we unpack the good, the bad, & the problematic of popular media tropes. And hey, who knows, maybe you'll even come away with some fresh perspectives for your next movie night!

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