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Melanie McFarland

Latest articles by Melanie McFarland

Culture
How Penny Dreadful’s surprise series finale betrayed its best characterHow Penny Dreadful’s surprise series finale betrayed its best character
Culture

And why fans should not remember this wonderful show for a disappointing ending, ​but​ for how it lived.

By Melanie McFarland
Culture
Beyoncé‘s Lemonade tears apart the most demeaning stereotype of black womenBeyoncé‘s Lemonade tears apart the most demeaning stereotype of black women
Culture

Go beyond the gossip, and the album is a powerful commentary on the trope of the Angry Black Woman.

By Melanie McFarland