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Maggie Boccella

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Covers:  Music, film, television, podcasts, pop culture, fandom/fandom theory, feminist media, radio
Babe with the Power. @FANGORIA contributor. @rottentomatoes approved critic. One of the @girlies4mcgann. Shouty bottle blonde Rainbow Brite.

Maggie Boccella’s Journalist Portfolio

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Exhibition Review: Robert Polidori's "Total Gnosis Enigma" at Kasmin Gallery

Exhibition Review: Robert Polidori's "Total Gnosis Enigma" at Kasmin Gallery

Musee Magazine — So much of pop culture is obsessed with the idea of time travel. Stepping back into the past, understanding better those who came before us. Stepping into a police box, or a magic tree house, or stepping between some odd-looking rocks, and suddenly being able to see a world before us - before industrialization, before technology.

'All the Beauty and the Bloodshed' Proves Nan Goldin Never Quits | Review

'All the Beauty and the Bloodshed' Proves Nan Goldin Never Quits | Review

Collider — The first time I ever saw a Nan Goldin photograph, I was twenty years old, standing in the Victoria & Albert Museum in London. I was enamored with photography -carrying my own expensive Nikon through the galleries so I could shoot the collections myself - and it arrested me in the middle of the floor.

Why David Bowie's Zaniest, Most Underrated Film Role Is 'The Linguini Incident'

Why David Bowie's Zaniest, Most Underrated Film Role Is 'The Linguini Incident'

Collider — David Bowie 's filmography is one filled top to bottom with hits. Whether it's the critically-acclaimed The Man Who Fell to Earth , a brief appearance in David Lynch's Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me , or his performance in that would make the film a cult classic, the Starman's film career is one that would last nearly as long as his musical one, culminating in over thirty roles across film and television that many remember with great fondness.

Val Kilmer on 'Top Gun: Maverick,' His Visual Art, and What He Hopes People Take From His Work

Val Kilmer on 'Top Gun: Maverick,' His Visual Art, and What He Hopes People Take From His Work

Collider — Think of the name Val Kilmer, and depending on the person, you might think of a legendary gunslinger, a fantastical warrior, or maybe even Batman himself. The star's legacy as an actor spans over four decades and a number of iconic projects - Real Genius is my favorite, personally - and he's also made a name for himself in a number of other pursuits, including painting, as well as publishing a memoir in 2020.

'Love Bites' and the 90s' Attempts at Reimagining the Vampire Mythos | Certified Forgotten

'Love Bites' and the 90s' Attempts at Reimagining the Vampire Mythos | Certified Forgotten

certifiedforgotten.com — Vampires are one of our oldest myths, conjured up thousands of years ago and persisting through every meteoric change our world has seen. The idea of immortality - even attained through monstrous means - continues to fascinate us.

'Willow': Jon Kasdan on Elora Danan and How H.P. Lovecraft Influenced the Series

'Willow': Jon Kasdan on Elora Danan and How H.P. Lovecraft Influenced the Series

Collider — There's nothing audiences love more than a good fantasy adventure - just look at the popularity of shows like Rings of Power or House of the Dragon , which have more than their fill of sword-clanging, wand-wielding magic and adventure.

Jon Bernthal on 'Real Ones,' the Show's Impact, and What Makes a Meaningful Conversation

Jon Bernthal on 'Real Ones,' the Show's Impact, and What Makes a Meaningful Conversation

Collider — While many may recognize Jon Bernthal for his wide range of roles across film and television, there's another project that's been occupying his time recently: , a podcast he started back in February, sprung out of quarantine and always managing to take its listeners by surprise.

Smart People on Ice: A Case for Setting Coming-of-Age Films in College

Smart People on Ice: A Case for Setting Coming-of-Age Films in College

blossommag.com — Maggie unpacks her favorite college-set coming-of-age films.