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Rosemary and olive sourdough by @sourdough_mel, wh Rosemary and olive sourdough by @sourdough_mel, who has’s been experimenting with and baking sourdough over this weird period of time we currently live in. As she reflected, baking was a way of coping with her PhD and the pandemic, something we all need in our lives: coping strategies. (Mine has been obsessing over Chris Pine, especially as Steve Trevor, so, you know, it’s a coping mechanism too! 🤣) #newnormal #sourdough #sourdoughbread
Throwback to Monday, when attending a talk on how Throwback to Monday, when attending a talk on how science fiction and the fantastic deal with viral pandemics. Attending talks like these always makes me miss talking about media studies. #thisacademiclife #academicsinlockdown #newnormal #homeoffice
On fan icons and legacies. Also, own your fandom! On fan icons and legacies. Also, own your fandom! Watch the recorded session via @projectinsightph’s FB Page or via the link in my bio. #fancultures #fandom #fanstudies
It was the role of Steve Trevor that cemented my l It was the role of Steve Trevor that cemented my love for Chris Pine, after becoming a fan of his Kirk in Star Trek. In an interview, he mentioned taking a role in Into the Woods because he wanted to work with the talent attached to the project. It’s probably very easy to dismiss him as yet another fresh-faced leading man, but it’s also not easy to play the role of a cheesy, narcissistic and essentially unlikeable Prince Charming and impress critics (also, what a singing voice to boot!). I’ve been very fascinated with the way he performs his celebrity since the GMA interview during Wonder Woman press rounds where he confessed to owning a flip phone. In an age where celebrities are obsessed with generating as much content as possible on social media, it’s interesting to see him actively taking a stand against that, and instead, choosing a string of widely different roles. Even as Steve Trevor — which is the thing I love most about the character and the way he plays Trevor, and how he articulates the character in interviews — he is there to support Wonder Woman, and not specifically there as the main (super)hero. #fandom #celebritystudies #randomthoughts
Reading and taking notes for a book proposal. Yes, Reading and taking notes for a book proposal. Yes, it’s for a single authored monograph. Watch this space, I guess? 😅 More will be revealed when it’s time. More coffee will be consumed along the way, I’m sure. #thisacademiclife #fanstudies #academicsinlockdown
Yesterday’s follow-up to the conversation on fan Yesterday’s follow-up to the conversation on fandom and fan studies we had about a month ago, organised by Project Insight. It was a delight to be back, and it was a great opportunity to reflect on our personal fandoms, on the legacies and loss of celebrities we have lost, and shows we have said goodbye to. I rarely get the chance to talk about my Trek fandom which is spurred by the Kelvin universe (because, love of #ChrisPine, and also @johnthecho and #AntonYelchin). And I also ranted (a bit) about the politics of Mulan. Link to the recorded live-stream in the bio via my website. #fandoms #fanstudies #newnormal #academicsinlockdown
We’re back by popular demand for Part 2! Very mu We’re back by popular demand for Part 2! Very much enjoyed being able to talk about fan cultures and fan studies so delighted to be back for this follow up. Sign up at bit.ly/FanCulture2 #fandom #fanculture #fanstudies
Post-dinner drinks. It’s been ages since we’ve Post-dinner drinks. It’s been ages since we’ve ventured anyway outside of the usual places. Also, the coffee isn’t bad, and loved the soufflé pancake! #cafe #weekend #newnormal #flatwhite #soufflepancake #foodporn
Weekend. And 7 months since I was at a pub/bar. # Weekend. And 7 months since I was at a pub/bar. #newnormal #weekend #santè #prost #cheers
It’s no secret for those who know me that I’m It’s no secret for those who know me that I’m a fan of superheroes. I’ve published about them; I’ve engaged with those media texts as a fan and as an amateur critic; and I’ve used them in my classes. About halfway through Marvel’s grand project, the MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe), I went into Marvel-fatigue. Out of all the Marvel big-screen releases, my favourite remains Black Panther. So you can imagine my disappointment and frustration when the subsequent Avengers films featured so little of the Black Panther cast. It was devastating to check my Twitter feed this morning to learn of Chadwick Boseman’s untimely passing. I’m still beyond words. But thank you, for showing the world that a superhero film featuring a majority black cast was possible and can be so powerful. Rest in power, Chadwick Boseman. #chadwickboseman #blackpanther #wakandaforever #marvel #superheroes #gonetoosoon #restinpeace
The last time I was in the cinema, it was 6 months The last time I was in the cinema, it was 6 months ago. Even when I was writing up my PhD, I never went that long without a trip to the cinema. So the film buff and former film student in me was itching for a trip. It felt right that it was Christopher Nolan’s Tenet. I was glad I took half a day off to go to the cinema in the middle of the day during opening week. There wasn’t a crowd, everything had to be pre-booked and the cinema’s social distancing practice was acceptable. As usual with a Nolan film, I was both enthralled with its play of time and the mechanics behind making the film. And it’s definitely worth a re-watch just to see what I missed. I wouldn’t say it’s his best film (Inception and The Dark Knight were the best two for me) but it felt right to return to the cinema for this. I can’t see myself taking a day off for just any other film (Wonder Woman 1984 would be my next one). #Tenet #newnormal
The best moment during the #WonderWoman1984 panel The best moment during the #WonderWoman1984 panel at #DCFandome was the surprise appearance of Lynda Carter (who played Wonder Woman on television from 1975 to 1979). I grew up in a “DC household” — bedtime stories would be Batman comics read to me, and like a lot of girls brought up on comic/pop culture, Wonder Woman TV reruns were a staple in my childhood tv viewing. And as a scholar of pop culture now, this still resonates and I remember the feeling when I first saw Wonder Woman on the big screen in 2017. While some parts of the film could have been better, it was an emotional experience to finally see a superhero film, helmed by a female director. To see that to be strong and a superhero, one can still be emotional. I love the Jenkins-Gadot-Pine team and honestly, as a fan, can’t wait to see Wonder Woman 1984. #fandom #fangirl #WW84 #WW1984
Lightning storm in slow motion #lightningstorm #s Lightning storm in slow motion #lightningstorm #slowmotion #iphone11pro
Contrast #theacademictravels #undiscoveredsarawak Contrast #theacademictravels #undiscoveredsarawak #fujifilm #x100v
In the forest #theacademictravels #undiscoveredsa In the forest #theacademictravels #undiscoveredsarawak #fujifilm #x100v
The beach and a boat ride with a 22° halo sun phe The beach and a boat ride with a 22° halo sun phenomenon. Absolutely stunning but hot as hell. #theacademictravels #undiscoveredsarawak
A no-filter needed sunset. Sometimes you have to p A no-filter needed sunset. Sometimes you have to pay attention to the surroundings to appreciate nature’s beauty. #sunset #kuching
Pristine #theacademictravels #undiscoveredsarawak Pristine #theacademictravels #undiscoveredsarawak
On the road. Pan Borneo Highway. #theacademictrav On the road. Pan Borneo Highway. #theacademictravels #discoveringsarawak #undiscoveredsarawak
A tale of mushrooms #jungletrekking #theacademict A tale of mushrooms #jungletrekking #theacademictravels #sarawak #fujifilm #x100v
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