Cultural Criticism

The rigorous yet still enticing American Scary invites readers to peer into the horror show of American history through the lens of literature and film.

The rigorous yet still enticing American Scary invites readers to peer into the horror show of American history through the lens of literature and film.

Tales of child stardom are always juicy, and Ashley Spencer’s Disney High promises to poke many bears. Spencer investigates The Disney Channel’s early aughts, when kid actors like Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez and the Jonas Brothers became celebrities, and the corporate powers that be made millions off their work. Expect private feuds, public meltdowns, on-set disasters and shady dealings.

Tales of child stardom are always juicy, and Ashley Spencer’s Disney High promises to poke many bears. Spencer investigates The Disney Channel’s early aughts, when kid actors like Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez and the Jonas Brothers became celebrities, and the corporate powers that be made millions…

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