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The Psychopathology of Hollywood: A Satirical Examination of Freud’s Classic Theory Through the Lens of Pandora’s Box
In his classic work, The Psychopathology of Everyday Life, Sigmund Freud explored the ways in which our unconscious desires and repressed thoughts manifest themselves in our daily lives. But what if we applied Freud’s theories to the most superficial and ego-driven place on earth: Hollywood? Through a satirical examination of Freud’s ideas in the context of the 1929 film Pandora’s Box, we can explore the dark underbelly of Tinseltown and the twisted psychology of those who inhabit it. The Unconscious Desires of Hollywood Elite In Pandora’s Box, we see the story of Lulu, a seductive and manipulative actress who draws men into her web of deceit. Sound familiar? This archetype…
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Jumping into Wonderland: A Roaring Twenties Rope-Skipping Tune
It was a warm and sunny day in Hollywood, and two of the most famous actresses of the era, Louise Brooks and Clara Bow, were seen playing jump rope together on the studio backlot. They were laughing and giggling, enjoying each other’s company, as they took turns jumping and chatting about their lives. Louise’s dark hair was styled in her signature bob cut, which framed her face perfectly, while Clara’s vibrant red locks were styled in loose curls that bounced with each jump. They were a beautiful sight, their flapper dresses swinging with each jump and their heads held high with confidence. As they continued jumping, they discussed the similarities…
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The Self-Entitled
Once upon a time, in a land of self-entitled folks, there lived a man named Harold who was the king of them all. He had a singular obsession – an actress from the golden age of Hollywood named Clara Bow. Harold was so convinced that Clara Bow was the love of his life, despite never having met her, that he decided to take a pilgrimage to Hollywood to find her. He sold all of his possessions, including his throne and crown, and set off on his quest. When he arrived in Hollywood, he was disappointed to learn that Clara Bow had long since retired and was nowhere to be found.…
