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Is Game of Thrones Violating Its Own Theme?

For a story that was built around unpredictability and innovation, its final chapters are deviating from what its fans have come to expect.

By Justin, 8 yearsAugust 22, 2017 ago
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The Meaning of Life According to Don Draper

Autonomy is a major theme on Mad Men. Who has more power to control your story and your life — is it you, or everyone else? For example, when the execs at ad agency Sterling Cooper learn their ad agency is about to be sold (again) at the end of Read more…

By Justin, 10 yearsMay 7, 2015 ago

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