Jenna Deedy
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Just a New England Mando passionate about wildlife, nerd stuff & cosplay! š¾āØš Get 20% off @davidsonsteas (https://www.davidsonstea.com/) with code JENNA20-Based in Nashua, NH.
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When Hollywood Goes Digital: The Ethical Perils of AI in Film and TV
Hollywood has consistently embraced technological advancements, from ancient sound and Technicolor to modern computer-generated imagery (CGI), all of which have reshaped storytelling. However, artificial intelligence (AI) represents a more profound shift, affecting the very core of creative expression.
By Jenna Deedy5 months ago in Futurism
Phantom of Excalibur: Proposing a New Kitty Pryde Uniform for Marvel Future Fight
Kitty Pryde's journey through the Marvel Universe has seen her embody various roles: a brilliant young mutant, an X-Men stalwart, a ninja warrior, a Guardian of the Galaxy, a pirate captain, an educator, and the proud leader of the Marauders. However, her visually striking and thematically rich "Shadowcat" persona from the Excalibur era, which combines mutant abilities with martial arts mastery, is notably underrepresented in Marvel Future Fight.
By Jenna Deedy6 months ago in Geeks
When Fantasy Fails: The Chaos Behind Once Upon A Con 2025
Once Upon a Con (OUAC) 2025, promoted as the "nation's first fantasy book convention," promised an enchanting escape into a world of magic, grand balls, and immersive cosplay. It boasted over 275 vendors, 150 hours of panels, a Starfall-inspired masquerade ball, and a high fantasy-themed fashion show. However, for attendees eagerly awaiting a celebration of fantasy literature, the reality was a descent into chaos.
By Jenna Deedy6 months ago in Geeks
The Irreplaceable Value of Live Animal Encounters
Animal-rights activists have recently promoted "virtual zoos" as ethical alternatives to live exhibits, utilizing holograms, 360-degree video, and animatronics. For instance, Belgium's GAIA is launching a Zoo of the Future with virtual and augmented reality, and robotic puppets, promising a new, immersive connection with nature "without cages, without captivity, and without suffering."
By Jenna Deedy7 months ago in Petlife
PokƩmon has Always Been Woke: Embracing Diversity Since 1996: How PokƩmon Was "Woke" Before It Was Cool.
From its inception, PokƩmon subtly conveys messages of diversity, the strength of connection, and the power found in differences. Despite this, some online critics claim PokƩmon has become "too woke." However, this complaint, common across many franchises, isn't about the game suddenly transforming into a "political" statement on issues like climate change or capitalism.
By Jenna Deedy7 months ago in Geeks
From Theaters to Streaming: Why the Future of Marvel Films Likely Belongs to Disney+
Authorās Note: This article is a continuation of ideas first explored in my previous piece, āFrom Infinity Saga to Chicken Jockey: The Changing Face of Moviegoingā, which can be found on my Vocal page. That essay examined the emotional and cultural shifts in how families (including my own) engage with blockbuster cinema today. This piece expands that analysis, focusing on Marvel Studios and Disneyās developing release strategy.
By Jenna Deedy7 months ago in Geeks
Dear Brett Cooper: Cosplayers Arenāt Running From Safe SpacesāWeāre Protecting Them. Content Warning.
Trigger Warning: This article discusses topics including transphobia, antisemitism, online harassment, and references to the Holocaust. Reader discretion is advised, especially for members of marginalized communities who may find this content emotionally difficult.
By Jenna Deedy8 months ago in Geeks
Let's Go To Fly Forward: Snyderverse fans need to give James Gunnās DCU a Chance
Warner Bros. Discovery has moved on. The Snyderverse is over. Yet, its most vocal fans refuse to let it go, clinging to hashtags and conspiracies that only drag the DC brand down. With Superman: Legacy (2025) a box office and critical success, even the most ardent Snyder supporters must confront a troublesome question:
By Jenna Deedy8 months ago in Geeks
Reading Between the Courts: A Cultural Lens on ACOTARās Magical Realms
Sarah J. Maasās A Court of Thorns and Roses series has enchanted millions with its powerful characters and sweeping word-building. But beneath the fantasy and romance lies something equally interesting: the subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) cultural coding of the courts.
By Jenna Deedy8 months ago in BookClub
