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Gregory James Wakeman

Freelance Writer

Born and raised in North-West England but now based in the US, Gregory Wakeman has written extensively on film, television, and soccer, all while defiantly trying to keep his accent.

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COMING OF AGE

What Teen Movies Still Get Wrong About Sex and Consent

Author Michelle Meek discusses her new book “Consent Culture and Teen Films,” and warns us that “we’re still at the stage where rape culture and consent culture are co-existing.”

Gregory James Wakeman

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‘BASED ON A TRUE STORY’

How Truthful Do Biopics Really Need to Be?

From “Elvis” to “I Wanna Dance With Somebody,” it’s been a big year for movies based on real-life icons. But as biopics become more common, the legal issues get murkier.

Gregory James Wakeman

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GUILTIEST PLEASURE

‘Rush Hour 3’: The Worst Movie With the Best Bloopers Ever

The Chris Chan and Chris Tucker movie is so bad, its Roman Polanski cameo isn’t even the worst part. But 15 years later, its blooper reel is undeniable.

Gregory James Wakeman

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NEVER KNOW WHAT YOU’RE GONNA GET

Has Tom Hanks Given His Last F*ck?

In “Elvis,” Hollywood’s everyman plays a ghoulish villain. But it’s not the first wacky role Hanks has chosen in recent years—and it won’t be the last.

Gregory James Wakeman

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