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Playing a non-conforming hero challenged Chloë Grace Moretz in 'Nimona'
  • 1st Jul 2023

Playing a non-conforming hero challenged Chloë Grace Moretz in 'Nimona'

Netflix's new animated film Nimona, based on a celebrated graphic novel, features a gender-nonconforming superhero who helps LGBTQ individuals feel seen. The film's directors and actors aimed to treat LGBTQ themes truthfully and honestly, resulting in an overt love story and the representation of queer characters. The film's creators hope that young viewers who need to see these stories will find a way to watch it.

Viral TikTok Trend of Horror-Like Videos Sparked by McDonald's Grimace Shake Promotion
  • 28th Jun 2023

Viral TikTok Trend of Horror-Like Videos Sparked by McDonald's Grimace Shake Promotion

McDonald's purple Grimace shakes have sparked a viral trend on TikTok, with users creating videos that resemble horror movies. The #GrimaceShake hashtag has garnered over 628 million views, as people film themselves pretending to pass out after drinking the shake. While the fast food chain may not have anticipated this reaction, it highlights the extent to which people enjoy engaging with brands, according to a marketing expert. The trend was triggered by McDonald's launch of the Grimace shake to celebrate the birthday of Grimace, the company's mascot.

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