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What is Propaganda — Definition, Types & Functions

Few words are as loaded or controversial as “propaganda.” But what does the term actually mean? Is it a way to spread misinformation, manipulate public opinion, or influence behavior? A function of manipulation onto a populace? A funny Walt Disney ...

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Published February 4, 2026

What is Propaganda — Definition, Types & Functions

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Published February 3, 2026

How to Make a Mood Board: 5 Steps Any Creative Can Master

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What is a Conjunction — Definition and Examples

Conjunctions are a part of speech that helps sentences flow smoothly. It connects words, ...

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Published January 29, 2026

15 Best Leonardo DiCaprio Movies of All Time (2026)

It’s hard to believe that Leonardo DiCaprio’s first Oscar win came in 2016. DiCaprio ...

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Published January 22, 2026

What is a Character — Types, Examples & Functions

When we watch a movie or read a novel, we momentarily experience a perspective ...

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Published January 22, 2026

What is Internal Dialogue — Definition, Examples & Techniques

Internal dialogue is one way writers communicate the inner-thoughts of their characters – but ...

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What is Propaganda — Definition, Types & Functions

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Best Movies on Netflix — A Playlist for Filmmakers (April 2020)

How often do you find yourself scrolling through Netflix for an hour trying to ...

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Mike Bedard

Updated February 4, 2026

What is a Tautology — Definition & Examples Explained

To use a tautology or not to use a tautology in your writing, that ...

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Updated February 4, 2026

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Screenplay Format Mastery | Ultimate Writers Guide (2026)

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Updated February 3, 2026

Positive Character Traits — A Guide & List of Examples

A famously red-headed little girl once said, “The sun will come up tomorrow.” Annie, the ...

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Updated February 3, 2026

Negative Character Traits — A Guide & List of Examples

Doctor Evil! I didn’t spend six years in an evil medical school to be ...

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Updated February 3, 2026

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Best Spike Lee Movies and TV Shows — Ranked for Filmmakers

Since his feature-length debut in 1986 with She’s Gotta Have It, Spike Lee has ...

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Updated February 3, 2026

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