The Darkening by Sunya Mara is a debut fantasy novel perfect for fans of The Hunger Games and We Hunt the Flame. Vesper Vale is the daughter of failed revolutionaries. Her mother was captured by the queen’s soldiers and sentenced to death. Now those soldiers are being led by a prince who is scared of his throne and they captured her dad. Vesper’s determined to save his life. In order to do that, she will have to use her father’s book of experimental magic, infiltrate the soldiers, and cheat her
Lindsey Blackwell is one of Hollywood’s brightest young talents. She’s best known for the dynamic characters she’s brought to life in projects including The Resident, Council of Dads, and David Makes Man. This summer, she stars in the high-anticipated Netflix original 13: The Musical. Pop Culturalist was lucky enough to speak with Lindsey about her thriving career, 13: The Musical, and more. PC: How did you discover your passion for the arts? Lindsey: I’ve been acting in this industry since I was four years old. Honestly, I grew to love
Marq Evans has emerged as one of the industry’s most exciting new voices. The award-winning independent filmmaker is best known for projects including The Glamour & The Squalor and Cow by Bear, and was named one of the Top 20 music documentaries of all time by American Songwriter. His latest documentary, Claydream, tells the story of the meteoric rise and dramatic fall of the “Father of Claymation,” Will Vinton. Pop Culturalist was lucky enough to speak with Marq about Claydream. PC: How did you discover your passion for filmmaking and
Ashley Nicole Williams Chats the Final Season of Motherland: Fort Salem, Abigail’s Journey, and More
Ashley Nicole Williams’ journey as Abigail Bellweather in Motherland: Fort Salem can best be described in one word: destined. The gifted actress felt an instant connection to the character and was excited about being the representation she didn’t see on screen growing up. For three seasons, she’s done just that, delivering a commanding performance as the young cadet who emerges as the leader she always wanted to be. Pop Culturalist was lucky enough to speak with Ashley about the final season of Motherland: Fort Salem, the importance of seeing yourself