This short reel is a visual meditation that sparked in my imagination while I was working on the essay The Most Romantic Hero of Contemporary Pop Culture... Not a summary, but a parallel reflection in images. The full essay can be read here --> The Most Romantic Hero of Contemporary Pop Culture
The Most Romantic Hero of Contemporary Pop Culture
Chivalry is dead and all that... We know only too well that it's not easy to find a true romantic hero in the contemporary cultural media. Yet, I found one—some time ago—and I am sticking with my choice: Tarantino's Butch Coolidge is the most romantic hero placed in our everyday reality. Read More
Dirty Dancing: Exploring Its Timeless Allure
Discover which classic romance tropes and fairy tale rules propelled "Dirty Dancing" to timeless worldwide success in this comprehensive review. Read More
Lena Dunham: The Girl Who Perseveres
Did you know that Lena Dunham is presently working (together with her husband, the composer!) on a new romantic-comedy series for Netflix? It's called - Too Much... (for real!) And deep in my heart I do wish that the imaginary reader asks, "Who dat?" But that's just wishful thinking all around... (She sighs.) Of course,... Continue Reading →
