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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

James Van Der Beek was so much more than just Dawson | Stuart Heritage

It might be hard to remember, since the show became the water that all teen drama swims in, but Dawson's Creek had a rare knack for meeting its audience where it was. Shows that were aimed at similar demographics tended to either be too goofy or too moralising, but Dawson managed to find a rare sweet spot. It didn't talk down to the teens who watched it; in fact, it made a point of making them emotionally self-aware and hyperliterate.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
6 days ago

Emilia Clarke, beyond Daenerys: I look back at Game of Thrones' like you would look back at high school'

Emilia Clarke accepts she will always be remembered as Daenerys from Game of Thrones.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

I was still black the next morning': Halle Berry says Oscar win didn't change her career

Halle Berry and Lupita Nyong'o experienced persistent limited role opportunities and typecasting despite Oscar wins due to industry uncertainty about stories of people of colour.
Film
fromThe Independent
2 weeks ago

Chris Pratt shares surprise revelation about Parks and Recreation role

Chris Pratt crafted success by leaning into a buffoonish, heavier Andy Dwyer persona that won laughs and led from small roles to stardom.
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fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

Bowen Yang Finally Revealed Why He Left "SNL," And It's Honestly Kind Of Shocking

Bowen Yang left SNL after nearly seven years, citing public perception, criticism of his acting, and typecasting as factors in his departure.
Film
fromVulture
2 months ago

David Dastmalchian Answers Every Question We Have About Prisoners

David Dastmalchian overcame typecasting to build a prominent career in horror and superhero films through transformative performances and collaborations with major directors.
Film
fromTODAY.com
4 months ago

Reese Witherspoon Shares the 1 Role She Was Told Not to Play in Her 20s and 30s

Reese Witherspoon avoided playing mothers early in her career because industry pressure claimed mother roles desexualized actresses and would harm desirability and box-office prospects.
Parenting
fromNew York Post
9 months ago

'Brady Bunch' star Susan Olsen reveals her biggest gripe with playing 'stupid' Cindy Brady

Susan Olsen felt uncomfortable with the portrayal of her character, Cindy Brady, as ditzy, contrasting sharply with her own intelligence.
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