CFP: The Women of James Bond 2013
From Popular Culture & American Culture Associations Title: The Women of James Bond Critical Perspectives on Feminism and Femininity in the Bond Franchise Editor: Lisa Funnell, Ph.D., University of Oklahoma, lfunnell@ou.edu The release of *Skyfall *in 2012 marked the 50th anniversary of the James Bond film franchise. The 23rd film in the series, *Skyfall *earned over one billion dollars (USD) in the worldwide box-office and won two Academy Awards (*Best Sound Editing* and *Best Song*). Amidst such popular and critical acclaim, many have questioned the representation of women in the...
Read MoreNational Ad Campain – Australia 2013
Dear Celebrity Studies Readers, Hope the last week of March is going well! I am pleased to let you know that I am part of a national ad campain in Australia. I am grateful for this opportunity and your support will make a difference to all! The organization Animals Australia www.animalsaustralia.org is similar to America’s Mercy for Animals http://www.mercyforanimals.org/ and PETA www.peta.org. Their work is unconditional, fearless, and an immense service to all. I am honoured to be a part of them and to learn all the benefits and choices we can have now. Please share support by...
Read MoreFandom at the 2013 Canadian Communication Association (CCA) Conference
Dear Celebrity Studies Readers, The 2013 annual conference program of the Canadian Communication Association (CCA) has been just released! You can now check the program at http://www.acc-cca.ca/Resources/Documents/CCAPreliminarySchedule2013-0324.pdf. The conference will be taking place in Victoria this June. On behalf of the brand new Centre for Media and Celebrity Studies (CMCS), we are always excited to see developments in celebrity studies and fandom at the conference! CMCS Board members Dr Louis Massey and I engaged in digital media, fandom, and democracy at one of the past CCA...
Read MoreFrom Brain Pickings: Iconic Painter and Celebrated Reconstructionist, Agnes Martin
Dear Celebrity Culture Readers, As I travel with values of celebration, I come across reflections on celebrated icons. Here is an empowering thought on the iconic painter and celebrated reconstructionist, Agnes Martin: “The best things in life happen to you when you’re alone.” The thoughts have been shared on http://www.brainpickings.org/index.php/2013/03/22/agnes-martin-1997-interview/ and I found it empowering for all! Honour your solitary moments now. Create or embrace unique experiences in solitude. It is a powerful way to celebrate your path and shine as a star. You choose your...
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