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デヴィッド・ボウイ、その死から約10年。死してなお人を惹きつける魅力とは

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2016年1月10日、イギリスを代表するアーティスト、デヴィッド・ボウイが亡くなった。来年2026年は、ちょうど彼の死から10年の節目になる。では、彼は完全に過去の人になってしまったのだろうか。いや、そんなことはない。その死から10年、彼にまつわる書籍や映画はいまだに発表され続けている。
 


 
 2025年1月には、活動初期のボウイを映したドキュメンタリー映画『デヴィッド・ボウイ　幻想と素顔の狭間で』が公開された。また、2025年5月、6月には彼の遺作ミュージカル『LAZARUS』の日本版が上演される予定だ。主演を務める松岡充（SOPHIA）も、自身がロックを志したきっかけはデヴィッド・ボウイだったとコメントしている。
 


 
 死してなお、注目され続けるアーティスト、デヴィッド・ボウイ。一体、彼の何がこれほどにまでに人々を惹きつけるのか。その死から約10年、ここでは彼のキャリアおける功績とエンターテインメントに及ぼした多大なる影響について、改めて振り返っていく。
 


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 ◆ビートルズに影響を受けた10代
 


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 デヴィッド・ボウイ、本名デヴィッド・ロバート・ジョーンズは、1947年1月8日、ロンドンの南に位置する町ブリクストンで生まれた。父ヘイウッドと母マーガレット、そして、マーガレットの連れ子で10歳上の義兄テリーという家族構成だった。
 


 
 幼いデヴィッドの芸術的感性に影響を与えたのは、父ヘイウッドだった。芸能関係の仕事をしていた父は、時折不要になったレコードを職場から持ち帰っており、デヴィッドはその音楽に熱心に聞き入っていた。特に彼を魅了したのは、黒人歌手リトル・リチャードだった。代表曲の「のっぽのサリー」（1956年）は、エルヴィス・プレスリーにもカバーされており、ロックンロールというジャンルの形成に多大なる影響を及ぼした人物である。
 


 
 10代も後半になると、デヴィッドはバンドを組んで音楽活動に励むようになる。当時は、同年代のビートルズが、アイドル的な注目を受け始めた時期でもあり、デヴィッドも彼らの影響を受けた一人だった。
 


 
 しかし、デヴィッドのバンドの売り上げは芳しくなく、彼を待っていたのは長い下積みだった。ちなみに、彼の芸名「デヴィッド・ボウイ」が生まれたのも、この時期である。彼の本名「デヴィッド・ジョーンズ」は同時期に似た名前のアーティストがいたということから、「デヴィッド・ボウイ」という現在の芸名がつけられたのだった。
 


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 そんなボウイの初めてのヒットは「スペース・オディティ」という一曲だった。この曲が発表されたのは1969年。アメリカでのアポロ11号打ち上げと月面着陸に世界が湧いていた時期である。宇宙空間を漂う宇宙飛行士の孤独を歌った本作は、ニュースやラジオで流されるようになり、次第にボウイの名が世に知られてくる。その結果、「スペース・オディティ」は、イギリスのシングルチャートで5位にまで昇りつめた。ボウイ初のヒット作である。
 


 
 ◆YMOをはじめとした80年代の日本人アーティストに与えた影響
 


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 その後のボウイで印象的なのは、やはり「ジギー・スターダスト」の誕生である。1970年代前半、あろうことか彼は、「デヴィッド・ボウイ」という名を捨て、新たに「ジギー・スターダスト」という架空のロックスターを演じるようになったのだ。
 


 
 女性ファッション雑誌を参考に短く切った髪をオレンジ色に染めたボウイは、自らがゲイであることを公言して、新たなアーティスト像を打ち出していく。ボウイなのか、ジギーなのか、男なのか女なのか、そんな曖昧な世界観に人々は引き込まれていった。
 


 
 もちろん、ボウイ熱に浮かされたのは、日本人も例外ではない。フォーククルセダーズのメンバーの一人で、後にロックバンド、サディスティック・ミカバンドを結成することになる加藤和彦もボウイ・ブームの目撃者だった。このサディスティック・ミカバンドのドラマーとして知られる高橋幸宏は、後に80年代のテクノブームをけん引するグループ、イエロー・マジック・オーケストラ(YMO)のメンバーになる。また、同じくYMOの坂本龍一も大島渚監督作品『戦場のメリークリスマス』（1983年）でボウイと共演し、ヒットを記録する。こうしたことからも、70年代のスターとしてのデヴィッド・ボウイ像は、日本の80年代カルチャーに少なからぬ影響を与えていると言える。
 


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 YMOのみならず、テクノといえば欠かせないのがドイツの音楽グループの影響である。70年代後半、シンセサイザーなどの電子楽器が発達する中、ドイツではクラフトワークやノイ!といったグループが、こうした新技術を用いて次々と作品を発表していた。
 


 
 ボウイもこうした作品には耳を傾けており、新しい創作の可能性を模索していた。その結果、出来上がったのが、いわゆる「ベルリン三部作」である。これらの作品は、当時、アンビエントという新たなジャンルを確立しつつあった、ブライアン・イーノとの共演で制作された。中でも三部作の1作目『ロウ』（1977年）は、収録曲の半数が歌声の入っていないインストゥルメンタルの楽曲であり、強い実験性を帯びた作品だった。
 


 
 『ロウ』は、斬新な作風ではあったものの、それが故にレコード会社は商業的な成功は見込めないのではないかと危惧していた。しかし、そんな予想とは裏腹に、リスナーたちはその先進性を評価した。今では後に登場するポスト・パンクやニューウェーブといった新しいジャンルの先駆けだったと言われている。
 


 
 ◆ボウイと京都の知られざる関係
 


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 ボウイのキャリアを語るうえで欠かすことのできない場所はいくつかある。その中でも、とりわけ重要だと思われるのが、先述のベルリン、そして、京都である。
 


 
 先述の通り、ベルリンといえば「ベルリン三部作」が有名である。では、京都はどうだろうか。京都にはかつてボウイがお忍びで訪れていたとか、一時期、実際に住んでいたとか、そういった噂がささやかれている。
 


 
 そんなボウイと京都の関係性の中でも印象的なのが、宝酒造の焼酎「純」のテレビCM （1980年）である。京都市の北部にある正伝寺の枯山水庭園で撮影されたCMは、ボウイが焼酎の入ったグラスを手に枯山水庭園に座り込んでいるだけという、CMとしてはいささか地味なものだった。
 


 
 だが、流石はデヴィッド・ボウイである。このCMによって宝酒造と焼酎「純」の国内における知名度は大幅に上がった。また、宝酒造はこれを機に「デヴィッド・ボウイも出演したテレビCM」という強力な口説き文句を得て、様々な海外アーティストの出演承諾を得るコマーシャル路線を確立していった。
 


 
 ◆80年代の躍進－メジャーシーンへの本格参入－
 


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 80年代のボウイといえば、やはりアルバム『レッツ・ダンス』（1983年）の爆発的なヒットが有名である。これまでの作品も全く注目を受けていなかったわけではないが、やはり全英米でのトップ入り、そして、グラミー賞最優秀賞ノミネートは異例だった。どちらかといえばアングラ寄りだったボウイが、本格的にメジャーなスターたちの仲間入りを果たした瞬間でもある。
 


 
 しかしながら、単なる呑気なポップスターにならないところがボウイらしい。オーストラリアで撮影された「レッツ・ダンス」のMVは、資本主義社会の中で苦しむアボリジニたちを主人公にしており、暗に植民地主義を批判している。
 


 
 ◆マルチな顔を持つアーティストとして
 


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 これまでの彼の生涯を眺めると、デヴィッド・ボウイがロックシンガーという地位を基盤にして、多くのことに挑戦してきたことがわかる。90年代には、デヴィッド・リンチ監督の映画『ツイン・ピークス　ローラ・パーマー最後の7日間』（1992年）で重要な役どころ演じるなど、俳優としてのキャリアも充実してきた。
 


 
 そんな90年代、破竹の勢いで発達したのがインターネットだった。今でこそ、ネットは生活になくてはならない存在だが、この当時はまだまだ一般的にはマイナーなものだった。インターネットという新しいツールに新しいコミュニケーションの可能性を見出したのは、なにもマーク・ザッカーバーグをはじめとしたIT系の人間だけではなかった。ボウイもこの新しい可能性に興味を示した一人だった。
 


 
 ボウイはいち早く、楽曲のダウンロード販売をネット上で始めた。また、彼の公式サイトでは会員限定のチャットルームが開設され、ときにはボウイ自身も「セイラー(sailor)」のハンドルネームでファンたちの間に姿を現すこともあったという。アーティストがSNSで日々の日常を吐露し、サブスクリプションを介して楽曲を配信する現在から見ても、彼のこうした行動は時代を感じさせないものがある。まして、90年代にこれをやっていたのだから、間違いなく彼には先見の明があったはずだ。
 


 
 ◆デヴィッド・ボウイ引退説の真相
 


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 2000年代に入っても、ボウイの勢いは衰え知らずだった。新たなアルバムを発表し、ツアーも実施する。50代も半ばに差し掛かろうとしているにもかかわらず、相変わらず活動的だった。
 


 
 ところが、この勢いは突然、中断する。2004年6月、ツアーの中、ドイツのハンブルクで緊急入院し、心臓の手術を受けることになったのだ。ツアーの残りの公演はキャンセルされたほか、これ以降、新たな作品発表やメディアでの露出も次第に減っていった。
 


 
 2010年代に入ると、事実上の活動休止状態となり、デヴィッド・ボウイ引退説まで囁かれるようになっていた。そんな中、2013年1月8日、66歳の誕生日、そういった類の噂話が全くの誤りであることがわかった。
 


 
 ◆病魔に蝕まれる中での復活
 


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 2013年1月8日、デヴィッド・ボウイ、66歳の誕生日。突然、世界119か国のiTunesストアで、新曲「ホエア・アー・ウィー・ナウ？」が発表された。また、同年3月8日には、新たなアルバム『ザ・ネクスト・デイ』が発表されることも明かされた。かくして、デヴィッド・ボウイは突然の復活を果たしたのである。
 


 
 その後のボウイは、ブロードウェイミュージカル『LAZARUS』の制作準備に取り掛かるなど、精力的に活動しているように見えた。2016年1月8日、69歳の誕生日には、新たなアルバム『★（ブラックスター）』を発表するなど、勢いは留まるところを知らないかと思われた。
 


 
 しかし、その裏でボウイは自らの余命が幾ばくも無いことを知っていた。進行性の肝臓がん。病のことを知っていたのは、彼の周囲のごく僅かな人間だけだった。2016年1月10日、69歳を迎えた誕生日から2日後、ボウイはその生涯に幕を閉じた。
 


 
 ◆デヴィッド・ボウイ亡き後の「デヴィッド・ボウイ」
 


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 大雑把ではあるものの、こうしてデヴィッド・ボウイの生涯を振り返ってみると、彼が決して枠にとらわれることのなかった、変幻自在のアーティストだったことがわかる。ボウイは、常に新しい可能性を模索して、新たな表現を切り拓いてきた。
 


 
 死してなおボウイが注目され続ける理由。それは、こうした彼の貪欲さと、先見の明によるのではないだろうか。ニューウェーブであれ、インターネットであれ、時代を嗅ぎ分ける確実な嗅覚をボウイは備えていた。だからこそ、彼の作品は常に時代を先取りしていたのだろう。
 


 
 彼の作品は今後も再解釈を重ねて、人々に受容されるだろう。そのたびに彼の先見性が注目されることを願う。ボウイ亡き後の「ボウイ」は、聴き手の中にある。
 


 
 ひとまずは、2025年5月公演のミュージカル『LAZARUS』で、主演の松岡充の身体を借りて、再び“来日”するデヴィッド・ボウイに期待したい。
 


 
 参考文献
 
 
 野中モモ『デヴィッド・ボウイ : 変幻するカルト・スター 』(ちくま新書、2017年)
 
 
 吉村栄一『評伝デヴィッド・ボウイ―日本に降り立った異星人』(ディスクユニオン、2017年)
 


 
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デヴィッド・ボウイ、その死から約10年。死してなお人を惹きつける魅力とは

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2016年1月10日、イギリスを代表するアーティスト、デヴィッド・ボウイが亡くなった。来年2026年は、ちょうど彼の死から10年の節目になる。では、彼は完全に過去の人になってしまったのだろうか。いや、そんなことはない。その死から10年、彼にまつわる書籍や映画はいまだに発表され続けている。 2025年1月には、活動初期のボウイを映したドキュメンタリー映画『デヴィッド・ボウイ　幻…

Unmasking 'The Masked Singer': Discover the Star Behind the Cherry Blossom Costume!

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 SPOILER ALERT: The following details pertain to Season 13, Episode 7 of "The Masked Singer," titled "Carnival Night," which was broadcast on March 26 on Fox.
 
 
 
 Candace Cameron Bure mentioned that the producers of "The Masked Singer" approached her four times before she eventually agreed to participate in the popular Fox singing show. Despite being eliminated during her initial appearance (as "Cherry Blossom"), the former "Full House" star shared this information with
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 She felt content that she had done it.
 
 
 Cameron Bure stated, “I often advise my children that when they get the chance for something but feel scared about it, they should go ahead since it presents a valuable learning experience and helps boost their self-assurance,” she shared. “In fact, I believe I had to follow my own counsel, which is why I ultimately decided to say yes.”
 
 
 Regarding the cherry blossom question, nobody chose correctly. Rita Ora suggested it wasJessica Biel. Robin Thicke believed it wasTracey Goldfrom "Growing Pains." Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg identifiedJennie Garth. Meanwhile, Ken Jeong pickedTina Fey.
 
 
 Cameron Bure acknowledged that both her husband and daughter motivated her to participate in "The Masked Singer," despite her limited background in singing. She mentioned, “My nature tends toward being meticulous, which means I usually avoid activities where I lack proficiency.” However, their encouragement played a significant role. Additionally, after multiple invitations from the show’s producers, she felt compelled to accept. It was somewhat like reaching out numerous times until one can’t ignore them anymore; hence, she thought accepting would put an end to those repeated requests: 'Alright, I should just go ahead and tackle this.'
 
 
 The celebrity revealed that "The Masked Singer" offers big TelePrompTers to assist with remembering lyrics, and the Cherry Blossom outfit was quite manageable to move around in.
 
 
 She mentioned, 'I actually had a great experience after I started performing.' She explained, ‘The whole show feels like a giant guessing game. When they announced me as the first from my group, I felt extremely disappointed.’ She expressed her desire for another week so she could have savored the second week even more. However, despite this, she confessed that she still thoroughly enjoyed it all and was very pleased with herself for participating.
 
 
 After performing "Let's Get Loud" by Jennifer Lopez, Cameron Bure was eliminated from the competition. She had intended to perform "Dirty Pop" by *NSYNC the following week. In the subsequent episode titled "'90s Week," she could have showcased her best talents ideally.
 
 
 “We genuinely received an adorable set of materials that was intended for Robin since Robin and I were childhood buddies,” she explained. “He mentioned during the show that we dated briefly, about a week long when we were either 12 or 13 years old. We had crushes on each other back then. Therefore, performing for 90s Week would’ve been incredibly enjoyable.”
 
 
 In season 13 of "The Masked Singer," Candace Cameron Bure appears as Cherry Blossom alongside James Van Der Beek as Griffin, Flavor Flav as Space Ranger, Sheana Shay as Bat, Aubrey O’Day as Ant, Oscar de la Hoya as Fuzzy Peas, and Cedric the Entertainer as Honey Pot when they reveal their identities.
 
 
 The event "Carnival Night" initiated the matches for Group C, concluding with two additional competitors advancing to the "Lucky Six." Up until now, this group encompasses the victors from Group A—Coral and Paparazzo—and those from Group B—Pearl and Boogie Woogie.
 
 
 Returning for Season 13 are host Nick Cannon along with panelists Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, Ken Jeong, Rita Ora, and Robin Thicke. This marks Rita Ora’s third straight season sitting at the desk, stepping in for Nicole Scherzinger as she has done previously.
 
 
 This season introduces a new enigmatic figure known as " Detective Lucky Duck," who will be present throughout the season providing hints to assist the panelists in solving the mystery of identifying the hidden characters. As Detective Lucky Duck mentioned regarding the Mad Scientist Monster, “Keep your ears tuned; if you’ve been paying attention, you’ll catch onto the correct clue.”
 
 
 Additionally, there’s now “Crack the Case,” where extra hints are provided regarding contestants who have been ruled out. In relation to Cherry Blossom, the hint was a button—this directed viewers to a clip featuring Joey Fatone (also known as the Rabbit). He mentioned knowing Cherry Blossom from her days in the conventions during the '90s; she is associated with one of the era's most renowned television dynasties.
 
 
 In "The Masked Singer" Season 13, viewers can look forward to franchise tributes featuring both "Shrek" and "Ghostbusters," along with an homage to the Grand Ole Opry celebrating its centennial year. Additional theme nights will honor the Rat Pack and explore concepts like "Voices of Olympus: The Unmasking of Deities," "Carnival," "Boy Bands," "Decades," "Lucky 6 Speed Guessing," a special event called "Clash of the Masks," and the recurrence of "Soundtrack of My Life."
 
 
 In Season 13, the masked contestants consist of Honey Pot, Space Ranger, Cherry Blossom, Coral, Fuzzy Peas, Ant, Paparazzo, Griffin, Boogie Woogie, Pearl, Bat, Yorkie, Stud Muffin, Nessy, and Mad Scientist Monster.
 
 
 In Wednesday’sEpisode 7, titled “Carnival Night,” here were the performances:
 
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 Yorkie
 
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 "Hot To Go!," by Chappell Roan
 
 
 
 Panel guesses:
 
 Chelsea Handler, Paris Hilton, Kyle Richards
 
 
 
 Clue:
 
 I was really down on my luck until this wonderful lady from Beverly Hills took me under her wing, and now I find myself adorned in Chanel and feasting on caviar.
 
 
 
 Yorkie voiceover:
 
 Transforming into a Yorkie feels like fate. Both of us are feisty, stylish, and let’s face it, quite sought after. Yet, don’t let our high-end canine appearance deceive you; I’ve still got some teeth. After all, Yorkshire Terriers were originally raised to hunt rats. This ability comes in handy considering what I’ve endured. Trust me, life hasn’t always been smooth sailing. Just as things seem great, they could take a turn at any moment. However, I refused to back down. Fortunately, music was there for me during those tough times. It provided an outlet where I could genuinely convey who I am. Music saved me from despair and guided me forward. Now, I’m fierce and determined to claim my spot among the elite dogs.
 
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 Stud Muffin
 
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 Song:
 
 "Jump Around," by House of Pain
 
 
 
 Panel guesses:
 
 Method Man, Shaquille O'Neal, Michael Jordan
 
 
 
 Clue:
 
 One of my teammates would run alongside a mascot, and I found it incredibly awesome. However, while I adored the concept, Nick, true affection comes at no cost.
 
 
 
 Stud Muffin voiceover:
 
 Turning into Stud Muffin feels like the perfect fit since most of my life has been pretty sweet, just like a good muffin. My lifelong belief is that if I could pick any ideal career, being a mascot would be it. It’s about getting crowds excited without anyone knowing your true identity! That’s exactly what I’m doing now as Stud Muffin, representing my squad. From the start, I understood that building a solid group is essential for success. Before our days of dominating opponents, though, we spent them cleaning up after games—literally. Then came the moment when I discovered both my fighting spirit and my chance at greatness. Our team transitioned from working behind the scenes to leading the charge. Yet, despite these changes, we remain driven by the same hunger that fueled us back then. As Stud Muffin, I am ready to energize everyone around me because winning is everything.
 
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 Nessy
 
 </h2>
 
 
 Song:
 
 "Roxanne," by The Police
 
 
 
 Panel guesses:
 
 Gene Simmons, Dan Reynolds, Daryl Hall
 
 
 
 Clue
 
 I spent quite a bit of time away to stay close with my loved ones. However, having the opportunity to return here and step back into the spotlight truly feels wonderful.
 
 
 
 Nessy voiceover:
 
 Embracing the persona of Nessy feels right. Just like her, I’m a towering yet kind soul. I go above and beyond for those dear to me and maintain an air of mystery. Much like the mythical Loch Ness Monster, many consider me legendary. However, I prefer keeping to myself. You’d have to explore deeply within the confines of my property to possibly spot me. Even most of my neighbors and my mailperson remain unaware that behind all this success stands ‘that guy.’ This discretion is intentional; it lets me enjoy both fame and privacy alongside my loved ones. Now, adopting the role of Nessy, I step forward from seclusion to perform this timeless piece on stage. Here’s hoping I dominate this contest.
 
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 Cherry Blossom
 
 </h2>
 
 
 Song:
 
 'Let's Get Loud,' by Jennifer Lopez
 
 
 
 Panel guesses:
 
 Tina Fey, Lori Greiner, Jennie Garth
 
 
 
 Clue
 
 This is the most terrifying thing I have ever attempted. However, I'm drawing strength from my children's assurance. One of them has a talent for singing. Nonetheless, my legs feel like jelly at this moment.
 
 
 
 Cherry Blossom voiceover:
 
 For me, cherry blossoms symbolize renewal and the transition between seasons, which makes them fitting for me. Additionally, this holds a special significance personally; I’m here to commemorate my dear friend who has walked this path before. We practically came of age together. She showed me how not to be too hard on myself, and nobody could make me chuckle as much as she did. Then, fast-forward to when I started watching 'The Masked Singer,' and her distinctive voice filled the airwaves. From the moment those notes rang out, I recognized whose they were immediately. While I am thrilled about following in their tracks, there’s an undercurrent of fear because singing isn’t something I’ve ever ventured into during my career. Yet, taking a deep breath, I believe it’s crucial for this particular blossom to spread its wings and enjoy itself just a bit. Thus, this performance is dedicated to someone with an incredibly vibrant personality—I miss you dearly.”
 
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 Mad Scientist Monster
 
 </h2>
 
 
 Song:
 
 "Unwell," by Matchbox Twenty
 
 
 
 Panel guesses:
 
 Luke Combs, Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton
 
 
 
 Clue
 
 This holds great significance for me as it allows me to present myself anew to my audience in a manner they have not witnessed previously.
 
 
 
 Mad Scientist Monster voiceover:
 
 Embracing the role of the Mad Scientist Monster suits me well because one must embrace being slightly eccentric, continually testing boundaries, and constantly evolving oneself. That’s what brought me here. Let’s dive into this challenge together. Life often makes us believe we’ve cracked the code; simplicity seems within reach. Once upon a time, I was on track to excel in my domain. My talents left observers astounded. Everyone appeared eager to bring me aboard their squad. Yet when opportunity knocked, disaster struck instead. They pushed me aside. The experience nearly drove me insane. Amidst the turmoil, an innovative idea emerged. For each cause, there’s always an effect—and mine altered reality itself. In doing so, I discovered my true calling. Turns out, I’m not truly deranged—I’m simply passionate. Stick around since chances are good that I’ll leave quite an impression.
 
 
 In Season 12,
 Boyz II Men
 (the Buffalo) claimed the Masked trophy by defeating
 Mario
 As the Wasp, who finished as the runner-up this season, they were part of a lineup that included AJ Michalka voicing Strawberry Shortcake; Kobie Turner portraying Goo; Jana Kramer taking on the role of Royal Knight; Bronson Arroyo embodying Sherlock Hound; Drake Bell becoming Ice King; Bethany Hamilton representing Macaron; Natalie Imbruglia lending her voice to Bluebell; Laverne Cox playing Chess Piece; Andy Richter acting as Dusty Bunny; Paula Cole personifying Ship; Marsai Martin bringing Woodpecker to life; Yvette Nicole Brown stepping into the shoes of Showbird; and John Elway revealing himself as Leaf Sheep—these were some of the celebrities whose identities were unveiled during “The Masked Singer” Season 12.
 
 
 "The Masked Singer" originates from Fox Alternative Entertainment. The executive producers include Rosie Seitchik, Craig Plestis, and Cannon, with Seitchik also taking on the role of showrunner. This series is adapted from the South Korean concept developed by Mun Hwa Broadcasting Corp.
 
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빌리 문수아X시윤, 'SNAP' 유닛곡 오늘 공개...새로운 도전의 행보

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 그룹 빌리의 멤버인 문수아와 시윤이 팔을 걷고 가요계에 자신들의 도전장을 내민다.


 문수아와 시윤이 4월 7일 저녁 6시에 여러 음악 웹사이트들을 통해서 디지털 싱글 'SNAP (특게 참여 sokodomo)'을 출시합니다.


 'SNAP (with sokodomo)'는 드릴 장르가 특징적인 낮은 베이스라인과 어두우면서도 간결한 비트 위에서 일렉트로닉 팝 요소들을 접목시켜 하이퍼 힙합 스타일로 새롭게 해석하였다. 독특하고 실험적인 소리를 통해 다양한 장르 경계를 넘어서며, 빌리만의 창조적인 음악 세계를 선보였다.


 특히 문수아는 파워FUL한 랩과 헐크シー 같은 목소리로 확실한 입지를 다졌으며, 시윤은 매끄러운 리듬 타기와 우수한 공연으로 그룹의 특징을 명확하게 표현했다. 삶이라는 여행에서 마주치게 되는 여러 가지 도전들을 스스로에게 하는 비유적 이야기로서 해결해 나가는 과정 속에서 이 두 구성원은 자기 자신과 계속되는 대화 및 깊이 있는 생각을 거쳐 앞으로의 길에 대해 변함없는 의지력을 나타냈다.


 K-팝 대표 아티스트들과 합을 맞춘 글로벌 프로듀싱 팀 Benjamin 55, Stary 55 등이 곡 작업에 참여해 완성도를 높였으며, 힙합씬의 아이코닉한 래퍼 소코도모(sokodomo)가 피처링으로 참여해 음악적 시너지를 한층 강화했다. 문수아와 시윤 역시 직접 작사에 참여해 진정성 있는 메시지를 담았다.


 지난 6일 빌리 공식 채널을 통해 공개된 'SNAP (feat. sokodomo)'의 두 번째 뮤직비디오 티저에는 몽환적인 분위기 속에 유니크한 '크롬 누아르(Chrome Noir)' 콘셉트로 무장한 두 멤버의 강렬한 비주얼 변신이 예고돼 유닛 데뷔를 향한 기대감을 최고조로 끌어올렸다.


 'SNAP (feat. sokodomo)'은 팀 내 메인 래퍼 조합인 문수아와 시윤이 처음 선보이는 유닛곡이다. 새로운 음악적 도전에 나서는 두 멤버는 각자의 강점을 살린 이번 유닛 활동을 통해 진화된 음악과 퍼포먼스 실력을 보여준다는 각오다. 각자의 역량과 개성을 극대화한 실험적 행보로 아티스트로서의 존재감을 선명히 각인시킬 전망이다.

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Cover interview 福本莉子

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「ちょっと幸せ」をテーマに、グルメ・美容・健康・カルチャーなど、女性にうれしい情報満載のフリーマガジン「Poco'ce（ポコチェ）」から福本莉子さんのインタビューをお届けします♪

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 講談社「別冊フレンド」で連載中の、はつはるによるマンガ「お嬢と番犬くん」を実写化した映画『お嬢と番犬くん』。


 本作は極道の孫娘であることを隠し“フツーの青春と恋”をすることを固く心に決めた高校生のヒロイン・一咲と、お世話係の若頭・啓弥との恋愛模様を描く“ 溺愛ロマンティックコメディ”。本作でヒロインを演じる福本莉子さんに作品のお話や学生時代の思い出を伺った。


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 出演オファーを受けたときの心境から伺うと「純粋に嬉しかったです。でも…」と福本さん。


 「極道の孫娘と若頭の恋愛というストーリーは、ラブコメディであり、ファンタジーであり…、今まで私が読んできた少女漫画とは違ういろんな要素のある物語だったので、とても面白いと思うと同時に映像化すると難しそうだなと思いました。会話のテンポや細かい表情の見せ方一つひとつに実力が求められると思って不安になりました」


 その不安を払拭するために、クランクインの前には啓弥を演じるジェシーさんと入念な読み合せをしたんだとか。


 「監督からも“一咲と啓弥だけの世界感や関係性を見せたい”とアドバイスをいただいて。一咲ちゃんは内弁慶で人見知りなんですが、啓弥の前では大人しくて可憐な一咲ちゃんから一変し、言葉が荒くなったり面白い表情をしたりします。演じてみて難しかったのはポカーンとした表情ですね。面白く見せたいシーンなのですが、狙って笑わせるというより、求められていたのはシュールな面白さで…。こんなに振り幅が多い役は初めてだったので大変でしたが、監督やジェシーさんのおかげで乗り切れました」


 初共演となったジェシーさんについて伺うと。


 「原作の啓弥は本当にクールで“カッコイイ”イメージなんですが、ジェシーさんが演じる啓弥は子犬？ いや、大型犬みたいな可愛らしさがあるんです。もちろんカッコイイは大前提にあるんですが、それはジェシーさんのお人柄かなぁと。ジェシーさんは現場を常に盛り上げてくださって、ちょっとしたひと言で場を和ませてくれた瞬間がたくさんありました。ムードメーカーという言葉がぴったりな方だと思います。ジェシーさん演じる啓弥がイチゴエプロンをつけてお弁当を作ってくれるシーンがあるのですが、とにかくかわいいので注目してほしいです」


 改めて撮影を振り返り、「楽しかった！」と笑う福本さん。


 「学生時代をもう一度やり直せたと思えるくらい、充実した高校生活を送らせていただきました。印象に残っているのは、球技大会のシーンですね。運動音痴の一咲ちゃんがボールを蹴って相手のコートに戻すというシーンがあるのですが、中学の時にサッカー部だったことが活かされました（笑）。文化祭のシーンもそうですけど、クラス一丸となって何かを作り上げる感じが、“青春！”って感じでいいですよね」


 福本さんの学生時代の思い出を伺うと「文化祭のお化け屋敷」とのお答えが。


 「お化け役をやったのですが、かなり本格的でした。顔を全部真っ白に塗って、前髪で片目を隠して、さらに黒目が小さくなるカラコンも入れて。コースも教室を最大に使って迷路のように仕上げて上から裂いたビニールを垂らして顔に当たるようにしたり。みんなめちゃくちゃ怖がってくれました。高校生のときにはすでにお仕事をさせていただいていたのですが、ありがたいことに学校はそのまま通えていたんです。なので、学校行事も全部参加できましたし、思い出もいっぱい。やり直せたらななんて思うことがないくらい大満喫の学生時代でした」


 今回も作品中で制服姿を披露している福本さん。あまりの違和感のなさに今年で24歳と聞いて驚いた。


 「顔の造りですかね…？ 高校の卒業写真を見てもあまり変わっていませんね（笑）。とくに美容を意識して取り入れているルーティーンなどはないのですが、筋肉をつけるためにジムとピラティスには通っています。運動はストレス発散になりますし。なんて、言いながら実は休日にアラームもかけずにとことん寝る時間が本当に幸せ。やる気になったらやるんですけど、そのスイッチが入るまでに時間がかかるタイプなんです（笑）」


 「実は面倒くさがりなんです」


 と意外な一面を見せてくれた福本さんに、いつまで制服姿の役を演じられる？ と聞くと、「オファーをいただけるなら何歳まででも！」と、いたずらっぽく素敵な笑顔を見せてくれた。

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 作／はつはる「お嬢と番犬くん」（講談社「別冊フレンド」KC）


 監督／小林啓一 脚本／政池洋佑


 出演／福本莉子、ジェシー（SixTONES）、櫻井海音、香音、松井遥南、井上想良、ぐんぴぃ、葵揚、岩瀬洋志、佐々木希、飯田基祐、杉本哲太


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 2000年11月25日生まれ。2016年11月第8回「東宝シンデレラ」オーディションでグランプリ・集英社賞（セブンティーン賞）を受賞。


 2021年公開の映画『しあわせのマスカット』で映画単独初主演を務める。2022年公開の映画『今夜、世界からこの恋が消えても』で「第46回日本アカデミー賞」新人俳優賞を受賞。


 その他ミュージカル「魔女の宅急便」、ドラマ「全領域異常解決室」、映画『思い、思われ、ふり、ふられ』、『室井慎次 敗れざる者』、『室井慎次 生き続ける者』、『劇場版 トリリオンゲーム』など出演作多数。

Cover interview 福本莉子

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「ちょっと幸せ」をテーマに、グルメ・美容・健康・カルチャーなど、女性にうれしい情報満載のフリーマガジン「Poco'ce（ポコチェ）」から福本莉子さんのインタビューをお届けします♪ Cover interview 福本莉子講談社「別冊フレンド」で連載中の、はつはるによるマンガ「お嬢と番犬くん」を実写化した映画『お嬢と番犬くん』。本作は極道の孫娘であることを隠し“フツーの青春と恋”をする…

Britain’s oldest pop band to split after farewell show at Glastonbury

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 The Searchers
 , the longest-running band in pop history, have decided to call it a day after 68 years.


 The group rose to fame in the early
 Sixties
 as part of
 Liverpool
 ’s
 Merseybeat
 scene, where they were contemporaries of
 The Beatles
 .


 Yet they formed three years before the Fab Four, in 1957, beginning as a skiffle group and later sold millions of records, with hits such as their Jackie DeShannon cover “When You Walk in the Room”, their No 1 “Sweets for My Sweet”, and their No 2 single “Sugar and Spice”.

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 They announced this week that they plan on retiring after what will be their first and only show at
 Glastonbury Festival in June
 .


 Speaking to
 
 The Guardian
 
 , guitarist John McNally, 83, and bassist and singer Frank Allen, 81, said they had decided to retire partly because of their age, but also because they were sick of driving up and down motorways in heavy traffic.


 “Age slows you down a bit,” Allen, who joined the band in 1964, said. “We did between 180 and 200 shows a year. But driving up and down the motorways is the hard part because the traffic is so much heavier than it ever was…


 “There was never a problem with recovering from a show because that’s the thing that brings you to life. We were always fit to do a show. It’s just the driving up and down motorways.”


 Original member McNally, who formed the band when he was 16, agreed: “The traffic is now an absolute nightmare.”


 Allen told
 
 The Independent
 
 last year
 that The Searchers initially decided to call it a day in 2019, after growing weary of non-stop touring.


 We figured, after six decades of performing, it was high time we took a break," he stated. "We were advancing in years and comfortably beyond retirement age, having averaged around 200 shows each year till then.


 After five years of “retirement” however, the band’s jokes about a comeback tour became reality, and the consequent shows turned out to be “a lot fun”.


 “By the end of it, we finished on an epic night in Liverpool at the Philharmonic and it was probably the best night we’ve had of our careers,” Allen said. “We were on such a high.”


 Asked about the secret to The Searchers’ longevity, he said it was down to being “being a part of one of the most important periods in pop history”.


 “If you made it during that period, people are never gonna forget you,” he said. “We’ve influenced so many American names, from The Byrds to Tom Petty, Marshall Krenshaw,
 Bruce Springsteen
 . We’ve had our time in the sun.”


 The band’s current lineup comprises Allen, McNally, Spencer James and Richie Burns.


 Allen said no one had asked them to play Glastonbury until now: “No one’s asked us. The Searchers are finally performing at the greatest music festival of them all. What a way to round off a tour and a career.”


 The Searchers will appear on the Acoustic Stage at Glastonbury on 27 June.
 This year’s festival is being headlined by Neil Young, Olivia Rodrigo and The 1975
 , with Rod Stewart in the Legends’ Slot.


 The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking news brand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. We have grown a huge, global readership of independently minded individuals, who value our trusted voice and commitment to positive change. Our mission, making change happen, has never been as important as it is today.

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The Searchers , the longest-running band in pop history, have decided to call it a day after 68 years. The group rose to fame in the early Sixties as part of Liverpool ’s Merseybeat scene, w…

'There's so much UK talent': Adolescence exposes problem for another Netflix hit

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 Netflix
 ’s haunting four-part drama
 Adolescence
 is the show on everyone’s lips around the world.


 Not only has it garnered rave reviews from critics and endless praise for its
 unique one-take style
 , but it’s even beginning to spark political change with calls for the series to be shown in schools.


 Written by Jack Thorne, the series has shone a light on British talent such as Stephen Graham and Erin Doherty, as well as teenage sensation Owen Cooper who is sensationally performing in his
 initial real paid acting role
 .


 Nevertheless, as "Adolescence" keeps gaining popularity worldwide and becomes the top-streamed show of the week on Netflix in 71 nations, it has caused fans of Charlie Brooker’s "Black Mirror" to notice an interesting point.


 When
 Black Mirror
 First launched on Channel 4 in 2011 with its controversial "The National Anthem" episode, which revolved around a Prime Minister and a pig, audiences were captivated by its bold social critique of British society.


 However, once Netflix acquired the series before its third season, it began to incorporate more big-name celebrities like Salma Hayek and Aaron Paul starting from Season 6.

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 @StephyBx_ commented on X about a post detailing Cooper's debut performance, stating, "Black Mirror is becoming frustrating because there's so much talent available, particularly in the UK."


 Another user, @Ok0rie_, chimed in below, reinforcing this sentiment with: 'It started going downhill once Hollywood became involved.'


 Underneath Netflix's trailer posted on March 13, @MrLewisVuitton asserted that the series was superior "when it was British and featured rising stars."


 A fourth user, @PanicStation26, commented: "I'm looking forward to the new Black Mirror episode, but I must say I quite enjoyed the earlier seasons with their lineup of mostly B-list and less famous British and Irish actors. There was something special about it."


 Another contribution from @abcdrih stated: “I believe one reason why #BlackMirror was so disturbing was because at first, many of the cast members were relatively unheard of. This lent an air of authenticity, making it seem as though these events could occur to anybody.”

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 A sixth individual, identified as @DottyShellz, elaborated that although 'the production quality' has improved over time, 'it feels far less genuine'.


 In 2023, wrote how
 of the 16 episodes ordered
 Since the Netflix agreement, nine of these shows have had storylines based primarily in America or have featured casts with notable American characters.


 However, as season 7 approaches, Charlie Brooker has assured viewers that it will revert to the series' original format.


 When Netflix
 initially released the trailer for Season 7
 Of the science fiction dystopian collection, enthusiasts went wild with excitement.

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 For the first time in the history of Black Mirror, viewers discovered that the series will bring back multiple characters from earlier seasons.


 The initial follow-up is seen in season four’s episode titled "USS Callister," which revolves around a team of workers from an immersive virtual reality gaming firm called Infinity.


 The sequel will feature Will Poulter returning as Colin Ritman, the employee of an '80s video game firm, from the 2018 interactive film "Bandersnatch" which is part of the series "Black Mirror."


 
 
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 Film Jepang sering kali berhasil menarik perhatian penonton melalui pengambilan gambar serta atmosfer uniknya. Ironisnya, masih sedikit pembicaraan tentang movie-movie asli dari negeri tersebut.


 Akhirnya, cukup banyak karya hebat yang bisa jadi terlewatkan oleh para pendukung setianya. Bila Anda termasuk di antara mereka, berikut beberapa saran untuk diketahui.
 
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 Banyak nama-nama film dalam daftar tersebut disarankan oleh pemakai platform-media sosial lantaran memiliki narasi serta tampilan grafis yang mengagumkan. Tanpa basa-basi lagi, simpanlah deretan judul berikut ini, oke!

<h2>
 1. Terakhir 10 Tahun (2022)
</h2>

 Diambil dari buku dengan judul tersebut
 Yomei 10 Tahun, The Last 10 Years
 telah rilis baru-baru ini di tahun 2022. Dipimpin oleh aktor Nana Komatsu dan Kentaro Sakaguchi, film bergenre
 romance.


 Kisah
 The Last 10 Years
 merupakan kisah tentang seorang wanita bernama Matsuri Takabayashi yang mengidap suatu penyakit paru-paru jarang terjadi. Dia diberitahu bahwa dia hanya memiliki waktu kurang lebih sepuluh tahun untuk hidup.


 Akan tetapi, Matsuri kemudian berjumpa dengan kelasmate-nya yaitu Kazuto Manabe pada sebuah pertemuan alumni. Kencounter tersebut membuat Kazuto mulai menyimpan perasaan terhadap Matsuri.

<h2>
 2. Asako I & II (2018)
</h2>

 Seperti halnya sebelumnya, film Jepang menjadi viral.
 Asako I & II
 Film tersebut juga diadaptasi dari sebuah novel karya Tomoka Shibasaki. Pemeran utamanya adalah Masahiro Higashide dan Erika Karata.


 Kisah dimulai ketika Asako yang berdomisili di Osaka jatuh hati pada Baku si pemilik semangat petualangan. Tanpa peringatan, suatu hari Baku mendadak lenyap dari hidupnya. Setelah dua tahun lamanya, Asako pindah ke Tokyo dan menemui seorang laki-laki bernama Ryohei yang mirip sekali dengan Baku.

<h2>
 3. Dari Saya Kepada Kamu (2010)
</h2>

 Walaupun telah dirilis sejak tahun 2010, namun film tersebut masih sangat direkomendasikan untuk disaksikan.
 From Me To You
 menempatkan dirinya sebagai bagian dari serangkaian karyafilm Haruma Miura sebelum aktor tersebut meninggal dunia. Di dalam
 From Me To You
 , dia bersaing peran melawan Mikako Tabe.


 From Me To You
 menceritakan tentang Sawako Kuronuma yang diberi julukan "Sadako" oleh kawank-kawan sebayanya karena tampilannya yang murung serta sikapnya yang acuh terhadap orang lain. Akan tetapi, hidupnya mengalami perubahan besar ketika dia bersua dengan Shota Kazehaya sang siswa pavorit di sekolah tersebut.

<h2>
 4. Cinta Keduapuluh Kali Bersama Kamu (2017)
</h2>

 Cinta Seribu Kali Dengan Kamu
 merupakan film Jepang viral selanjutnya yang tak kalah menarik. Film ini juga dibintangi oleh Kentaro Sakaguchi, tetapi kali ini ia beradu peran dengan Miwa.


 Cerita dimulai ketika Aoi Hinata terlibat dalam suatu kecelakaan. Setelah sadar, dia menyadari bahwa ia telah kembali satu minggu sebelum insiden tersebut dan berada di dalam kelas. Di sisi lain, sahabat lamanya bernama Riku juga datang kembali ke masa lalu dengan tujuan melindungi Aoi dari bahaya.

<h2>
 5. Your Lie In April (2016)
</h2>

 Kento Yamazaki berakting bersama Suzu Hipse dan Anna Ishii dalam proyek tersebut.
 Your Lie In April.
 Kisah dalam film ini diadaptasi dari sebuah manga bernama
 Shigatsu adalah Momenmu untuk Kenangan.


 Film Bercerita Tentang Kekuatan Musik di Bulan April
 Dimulai ketika Kosei Arima meraih prestasi di beberapa kompetisi piano sebelum ibunya meninggal. Setelah kepergian sang ibu, Kosei tak lagi bisa mendengarkan bunyi dari pianonya. Suatu hari ia bertemu dengan Kaori Miyazono yang membantunya untuk dapat menikmati dan bermain piano sekali lagi.

<h2>
 6. Perkawinan Bahagia Saya (2023)
</h2>

 Berbeda sedikit dari film Jepang populer yang lain,
 My Happy Marriage
 Menempatkan setting di zaman Restorasi Meiji pada abad ke-19. Film tersebut diperankan oleh Ren Meguro dan Mio Imada.


 Di kota besar tersebut, Miyo Saimori adalah anak perempuan sulung dari famili terhormat. Sesudah ibunya wafat, bapaknya pun menikahi wanita lain.


 Sejak saat itu, dia menjalani hari-hari yang sulit. Keadaan semakin memburuk setelah dikabarkan bahwa dirinya akan menikahi Kiyoka Kudo, seorang prajurit terkenal karena sifatnya yang keras dan tanpa ampun.

<h2>
 7. Tidak Lagi Pahlawani (2015)
</h2>

 No Longer Heroine
 Merupakan film yang menghadirkan Kento Yamazaki serta Kentaro Sakaguchi. Di sini, keduanya bakal berakting bersama-sama dengan Mirei Kiritani dan Ayano Fukuda.


 No Longer Heroine
 Mengisahkan tentang Hatori Matsuzaki, seorang pelajar menengah atas. Dia memiliki perasaan khusus terhadap sahabat semasa kecilnya yang bernama Rita Teraaka.


 Akan tetapi, Rita malah menjalin hubungan dengan Miho Adachi. Di sisi lain, seorang siswa laki-laki terkenal yang bernama Kosuke Hiromitsu juga mulai menyukai Hatori Matsuzaki.

<h2>
 8. My Little Monster (2018)
</h2>

 Film
 Jepang viral berikut disajikan bersama aktor Masaki Suda, Haru Yoshida, serta Tao Tsuchiya. Film ini dirilis tahun 2018 silam.
 My Little Monster
 bergenre
 romance
 remaja tentang siswa SMA.


 Haru Yoshida merupakan siswa yang dianggap bermasalah dan tidak punya teman. Sementara Shizuku Mizutani merupakan siswa yang terlalu banyak belajar sehingga tidak memiliki teman juga. Suatu kebetulan membuat mereka duduk bersebelahan dan membuat Haru akhirnya menyimpan perasaan pada Shizuku.

<h2>
 9. Love Me Love Me Not (2020)
</h2>

 Love Me Love Me Not
 adalah film asal Jepang yang diperankan oleh Minami Hamabe dan Riko Fukumoto. Ceritanya diadaptasi dari sebuah manganya yang terkenal dengan nama yang sama.


 Kisahnya berfokus pada Akari, seorang siswi kelas satu SMA yang optimis dan praktis. Meskipun begitu, dia kesulitan dalam menyampaikan emosinya.


 Dia bersahabat dengan Yuha yang menempuh pendidikan di sekolah menengah atas yang sama. Sementara itu, Yuha adalah tipe orang yang kesulitan untuk mengobrol dengan orang baru dan cenderung pemalu dalam hal asmara.

<h2>
 10. Monster (2023)
</h2>

 Film Jepang yang sedang populer beberapa ini termasuk dalam daftar rekomendasinya yakni
 Monster
 Yang dirilis tahun 2023 ini. Diprakusi oleh Sakura Ando, Eita Nagayama, Soya Kurokawa, hingga Hinata Hiiragi, film bergenre tersebut bukan merupakan
 romance
 .


 Cerita ini berfokus pada sosok seorang ibu bernama Saori Mugino yang mendidik putra tunggalnya, Minato, sendirian. Pada suatu hari, dia menyadari adanya perubahan perilaku dalam diri anaknya. Setelah ditelusuri lebih lanjut, ternyata Minato mengungkapkan bahwa dia menjadi korban perlakuan kasar dari guru kelasnya di sekolah.


 Serentetan film Jepang populer tersebut cocok sebagai pilihan tontonan untuk menghabiskan akhir pekan Anda. Walaupun sebagian besar berfokus pada cerita cinta, namun nuansa serta setting-nya pasti masih akan menyihir penonton mana pun.


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- Masihkah Anda mengingat pengecer kolak di Mangga Besar, Tamansari, Jakarta Barat, yang pernah menjadi sorotan di media sosial pada Ramadhan kemarin?


 Pada saat itu, banyak pembeli telah mengantri melingkar bahkan sebelum para pedagang kolak tiba, karena kepopulerannya yang luar biasa.


 Pelanggan bersedia menantikan hingga lebih dari dua jam agar dapat mencicipi camilan spesial untuk berbuka puasa ini.


 
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 Maka, seperti apakah hasil penjualan kolak di Mangga Besar pada tahun ini?


 Apakah tren tersebut masih berkembang di kalangan konsumen atau telah mulai ditinggalkan?


 Jumat (14/3/2025),
 Tribun Jakarta
 Mengunjungi tempat penjualan kolak populer yang terletak dekat dengan rel kereta Mangga Besar.


 Berdasarkan pandangan sekilas, jumlah konsumen yang hadir ternyata tidak setinggi di bulan Ramadhan tahun sebelumnya.


 Bila di masa lalu para pembeli terlihat harus mengantri secara panjang, maka saat ini, pembeli yang hadir tidak perlu menunggu antrian terlalu lama.


 Pada jam 16.00 WIB contohnya, terdapat hanya tujuh orang yang sedang membeli kolak di Mangga Besar tersebut.


 "Setiap tahun memang selalu berbelanja di tempat ini. Namun, tahun ini sepertinya tidak serumah seperti tahun lalu," kata pelanggan bernama Indri.


 Namun lebih menyenangkan saat ini, sehingga tidak perlu mengantri terlalu lama," katanya, yang membelikan dua pack dari kolak populer tersebut.


 Meskipun jumlah pembeli tidak sebanyak tahun sebelumnya, kata Mumuh sang penjual, dagangannya tetap terkuras semua sebelum adzan maghrib berkumandang setiap harinya.


 "Sampai 500 hingga 600 porsi mungkin," kata Mumuh.


 Umumnya, perbedaan antara kolak di Mangga Besar dan kolak biasa terletak pada variasi pilihan yang ada.


 Di lokasi tersebut, komposisi kolak beragam, termasuk pisang, biji salak, ubi, singkong, labu, kolang kaling, pacar cina, tape, dan sagu rangi.

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 Di samping itu, kandungan dalam seporsi kolak sangat melimpah, hingga dapat dinikmati oleh dua hingga tiga orang apabila disajikan di dalam sebuah mangkuk.


 Untuk tahun ini, harga jual kolak viral meningkat dua ribu rupiah dibandingkan dengan tahun sebelumnya dan kini harganya menjadi Rp20.000.


 "Sebab saat ini ditambah menjadi Rp20.000 karena biaya bahan semuanya meningkat," ujarnya.


 Pedagang kolak yang sedang viral tersebut telah menjual dagangannya di kawasan Mangga Besar sejak era 1990-an.


 Mereka benar-benar hanya berdagang selama Bulan Ramadhan.


 Jika bukan di bulan Ramadhan, para pedagang dari satu keluarga tersebut menjual berbagai jenis barang dagangan lainnya, termasuk penjualan es doger.


 
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 Telah diketahui bahwa Kolak memang telah menjadi fenomena sejak bulan Ramadhan pada tahun 2021 lalu.


 Namun memang kala itu tak sampai seviral seperti tahun 2024, mengingat saat itu di media sosial juga heboh mengenai war takjil.


 Banyak konsumen bersedia mengantri mulai jam 2 siang, hanya untuk dapatkan kolak yang sedang populer itu.


 Namun, para pedagang hanya mulai membuka stand mereka pada pukul 16.00 WIB.


 Untuk dapat merasakan kolak populer yang ada di Mangga Besar, Tamansari, Jakarta Barat, pelanggan perlu bersabar mengantri selama dua jam.


 Ini benar-benar seperti pertempuran untuk takjil yang sebenarnya.

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 Malahan, seorang pelanggan dengan sukarela menuliskan nomor antrian supaya mereka tidak perlu bersaing ketika sang penjual datang.


 Silakan mendaftar dulu karena antriannya panjang sekali. Ini dilakukan agar orang yang terlambat tiba masih dapat memperkirakan apakah mereka akan mendapatkan giliran atau tidak.


 "Karena sudah banyak orang yang mengantri namun ternyata stok habis," ujar Idham, pelanggan setia pembelian kolak di lokasi tersebut, pada hari Senin (25/3/2024).


 Pembeli kolak yang sedang viral tersebut tidak hanya datang dari area seputaran Mangga Besar, tetapi ada pula yang berdomisili di luar Jakarta.


 Apakah mereka singgah setelah pulang kerja atau justru dengan sengaja mengunjungi tempat ini lantaran rasa ingin tahu setelah melihat unggahan tentang camilan ini di media sosial?


 Sama seperti Ai (30) yang khusus datang dari Bekasi untuk memuaskan rasa ingin tahu tentangkolak viral tersebut.


 "Baru kali ini. Saya penasaran karena begitu populer dan juga ingin membuktikan sendiri tentang fenomena antrian untuk warisan takjil yang sedang ramai dibicarakan. Memang benar adanya," ucapnya.


 
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 Bukan hanya kaum Muslim saja, tetapi pembeli kolak di sini pun banyak yang bukan beragama Islam.


 Mereka dengan senang hati mengantri untuk mendapatkan warisan bukan semata-mata karena trend yang sedang populer, tetapi sebenarnya Kolak telah lama menjual di Mangga Besar setiap bulan Ramadhan.


 "Penjualannya memang sudah lama dan setiap tahun pasti banyak pembeli, namun di tahun ini menjadi sangat terkenal, sehingga antriannya panjang sekali," ungkap Intan yang juga turut mencari kuliner populer tersebut.


 Dia menyebutkan bahwa yang menjadikankolak ini istimewa adalah rasa yang sangat enak.


 Harga dari seporsi kolak adalah Rp18 ribu.


 Tetapi porsinya sangat besar jadi dapat dinikmati bersama oleh sampai dengan tiga orang.


 "Rasanya memang lezat, kuahnya pekat dan tingkat kelezatan manisnya tepat sesuai selera," ujarnya.


 
 
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 Audiences and reviewers have lavished acclaim on Netflix's compelling drama "Adolescence," with numerous people deeming it a pivotal television series.


 The four-episode UK series debuted last week and became the most-viewed program globally on the streaming service over the weekend.


 The Times' Tom Peck
 referred to it as "absolute perfection," a sentiment shared by
 the Guardian's Lucy Mangan
 , who stated it was "the nearest approach to television perfection in decades"?


 Social media reactions varied among fans ranging from
 US director Paul Feig
 , who described the first episode as "one of the best hours of television I've ever seen," to
 Jeremy Clarkson
 who described it as "masterful."

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 The story depicts the consequences following a teenager being stabbed, where a 13-year-old male student from her school has been taken into custody accused of committing the crime.


 Jamie, the youthful suspect, is portrayed by new actor Owen Cooper, alongside Stephen Graham who plays his father.


 The narrative highlights the damaging effects of social media and sexist influencers on certain young males.


 Graham mentioned that he felt motivated to create the show after coming across two distinct accounts of boys murdering girls with knives.


 “I simply wondered, what’s happening in our society when such events are turning into routine occurrences?” he shared with The One Show.


 I simply couldn’t comprehend it. Therefore, I decided to take a closer look and attempt to shed some light on this specific matter.

<h2>
 Male rage
</h2>

 Author Jack Thorne mentioned they aimed to "gaze into the face of masculine fury."


 The main character had been influenced by voices similar to those of Andrew Tate and by others far more perilous than his.
 Thorne said on Radio 4's Front Row program
 .


 Erin Doherty, portraying a child psychologist,
 spoke with BBC Radio 4's Today programme
 This series demonstrates the courage to delve deep into topics and address them head-on, as these subjects remain relevant and continue to surface in current news.


 Therefore, the only thing we can really be responsible for is initiating this dialogue, and ideally that’s exactly what happens. This simply gives parents, aunties, uncles, or even just friends, an opportunity to participate in the talk.

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 Every episode was captured in one continuous shot without cuts.


 Mangan stated in The Guardian that its technical achievements "are complemented by a series of performances worthy of awards and a screenplay that simultaneously manages to feel deeply realistic and profoundly atmospheric."


 She stated, "Being an adolescent is a profoundly touching yet intensely distressing journey."


 Peck’s review in the Times started with: "Wow. Simply wow. I feel compelled to write ‘wow’ another 700 times or so, followed by, ‘Do not miss Adolescence on Netflix,’ and leave it at that."


 The Telegraph’s television critic Anita Singh
 mentioned it was "an emotionally crushing experience," also stating, "This drama is so subtly heartbreaking that I will not easily forget it for a long time."


 Singh stated that the one-shot approach might seem like a trick, yet he praised the acting as "remarkable."


 Graham is considered "the best actor working today," however, "the truly remarkable performance" belongs to Cooper, as per her observation.


 He transitions among vulnerability, anger, boldness, and fear. His actions here are astounding.

<h2>
 Fantastic performances
</h2>

 Elsewhere,
 Deadline's Jake Kanter
 Adolescence stands out as a perfect example of four hours of television drama. Its impact stays with you well beyond the end credits. Truly remarkable TV.


 Rolling Stone's Alan Sepinwall
 mentioned it was "one of the finest offerings - and a strong candidate for the top spot - you'll encounter on television this year."


 The New York Times' Margaret Lyons
 termed it "a rich work of social critique," highlighting the standout episode, which is the third, as "one of the most intriguing television hours I have watched in quite some time."


 On BBC Radio 5 Live's Must Watch
 Hayley Campbell noted that the drama does not try to resolve the issues it brings up.


 Raising the issue, examining it — this focuses on the increase of misandry, particularly among younger males, largely due to figures such as Andrew Tate, mentioned here just briefly. However, the discussion isn’t centered around him.


 "The drama is more about the horror of how little control you have over your kid and what they're doing on their phone."


 Fellow reviewer Scott Bryan commented: "The acting is superb. This production is without flaws. However, the individual who truly stands out is 15-year-old Owen Cooper."

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 QUESTION: Numerous movies from the 1950s and 1960s included Percy Herbert. Can you tell me how many films he appeared in and what happened to him afterward?
 


 Percy Herbert (1920-1992), born in London, was an accomplished actor known for appearing in more than 70 movies. He frequently portrayed roles such as soldiers, rugged men, or individuals from the working class.


 His tough appearance suited him perfectly for those kinds of roles, making him a dependable figure in movies about wars and period pieces.


 Prior to his acting career, Herbert served in the Royal Army Ordnance Corps.
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 He started his acting journey in theater with the Old Vic Company directed by John Gielgud. In terms of film, he appeared in "The Cockleshell Heroes" (1955) and "The Bridge on the River Kwai" (1957). This latter movie was inspired by the POW camp where he had served time.


 He also served as a consultant for the movie. Herbert appeared in various war films like Tobruk (1967). His acting range spanned multiple genres; he starred in fantasies like One Million Years B.C., historical dramas including Mutiny On The Bounty, and comedies where he featured in two Carry On films.

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 He made appearances on television in "Worzel Gummidge," "General Hospital," and "Dixon of Dock Green." In 1947, he married Amy Lindsay, with whom he had two children. He passed away due to a heart attack at the age of 72.


 
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 QUESTION: Why is a deception considered a type of falsehood?
 


 The term 'canard,' which refers to a false, disparaging, or baseless rumor in English, originates from the French word with the same spelling but denotes a duck. This usage is consistent in both languages.


 The 19th-century Frenchlexicographer Emile Littre traced the usage to an old expression, ‘vendre un canard a moitie’, meaning ‘to half-sell a duck’ (i.e. to not sell it at all).


 Randle Cotgrave, in A Dictionarie Of The French And English Tongues, from 1611, defines the French expression ‘vendeur de canards a moitie’ as ‘a cousener, guller, cogger; foister, lyer’.


 
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 What are some of the strangest and most intense marathon competitions held around the globe?
 


 Following the previous response, perhaps one of the most unusual races has to be the Self-Transcendence 3100 Mile Race. Runners circle a lone block in New York City repeatedly over a period lasting as long as 52 days to finish this grueling event.


 
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Three Misconceptions (And Three Bizarre Facts) About 'The Wizard of Oz'

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 The Wizard of Oz
 
 It became a major cultural sensation almost immediately after the release of the initial Frank Baum book in 1900. Just two years later, a theatrical musical rendition was staged across the nation.
 A 15-minute silent film came next in 1910.
 When Hollywood was just beginning to take shape.
 A much better one
 arrived during the peak of the silent film period in 1925 alongside Laurel and Hardy's turn as the Tin Woodman. In the last century since then, we've witnessed countless adaptations.
 
 Wizard of Oz
 
 --projects to reference, moving towards
 the release of
 
 Wicked
 
 this past week.
 
 
 But one
 
 Wizard of Oz
 
 adaptation stands taller than all of them, even so
 
 Wicked
 
 Of course, we’re referring to the 1939 MGM film featuring Judy Garland. When this cinematic marvel debuted during the transition from black-and-white to Technicolor movies, it created quite a stir. Over time, its reputation continued to expand through frequent TV broadcasts. Nowadays, it’s exceptionally challenging to captivate contemporary children using films produced before 1980; however, the enchantment of this particular classic endures.
 
 The Wizard of Oz
 
 rarely fails to captivate.
 
 
 This film has generated more myths and urban legends than any other movie in Hollywood’s history. We often encountered these stories during our childhoods, and dispelling them was particularly challenging before the advent of the internet—though today, they continue circulating on platforms like TikTok and X (previously known as Twitter). The film's dreamlike quality rendered every aspect of its creation plausible, regardless of how far-fetched the claims might be. In fact, several bizarre and troubling incidents occurred throughout the shooting process. Let's examine six such occurrences.
 
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 A Munchkin did not commit suicide on set.
 
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 One of the longest-standing myths surrounding this film revolves around an alleged incident involving a Munchkin performer who reportedly took their own life during filming. According to various versions of the tale, one of the members of the Singer Midgets company purportedly killed themselves following unreciprocated advances towards another Munchkin actress. Supposedly, you could spot him hanging from above in the scene where Dorothy, the Scarecrow, and the Tin Man initially venture into the Enchanted Forest. This particular frame became famous as viewers frequently paused videos at this exact point on VHS recordings.
 The alleged ghost scene in
 
 Three Men and a Baby
 
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 This assertion is preposterous for several reasons: To start with,
 
 The Wizard of Oz
 
 The filming took place out of order, with the particular scene captured well before the arrival of the Munchkin performers. Additionally, despite being challenging to discern during the era of VHS tapes, what momentarily appears on screen is actually a big bird. This film was entirely produced indoors within studio sound stages; hence, they utilized creatures loaned from the Los Angeles Zoo to create an outdoor appearance. A prominent peacock can be spotted close to the dwelling of the Tin Woodman.
 
 
 Ultimately, consider this assertion for more than three seconds. Should an actor have passed away during filming, they would
 
 really
 
 Include the footage in the final edit of the film? This misconception persists, but take our word for it. There isn’t a dangling munchkin; it’s just a bird. (And indeed, there are)
 several videos on YouTube
 Where cunning tricksters altered the video to appear as though a figure was dangling in the backdrop.
 have all been debunked.
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 Several severe injuries occurred during filming.
 
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 In the 1930s, Hollywood studios lacked the extensive safety measures we see nowadays. Injuries were quite common back then, and litigation was rare because people feared being ostracized from the film industry. The original Tin Man actor, Buddy Ebsen, became the first casualty after inhaling aluminum particles from his silver costume makeup, which almost cost him his life. After Ebsen’s incident, Jack Haley took over the role; however, he achieved greater recognition much later when he portrayed Jed Clampett.
 
 The Beverly Hillbillies.
 
 Nevertheless, he experienced respiratory issues throughout his life, which he attributed to the film.
 
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 The actress who played the Wicked Witch of the West, Margaret Hamilton, was injured next as she sustained severe second and third-degree burns on her face and hands during filming of her exit sequence from Munchkinland. This forced her absence from the production for six weeks. ("Watch the fireball at the 1:49 point in the video provided and envision it striking you," says the article). She stated, "I have decided not to file a lawsuit since I understand how things operate within this industry, and doing so would mean an end to my career." She added with conditions, "I am willing to come back only under one stipulation – absolutely no more pyrotechnics!"
 
 
 The small Toto was also hurt when an actor portraying a Winkie guard accidentally stepped on its paw, causing a sprain. This Careen Terrier spent two weeks recuperating at Judy Garland’s residence and eventually fully recovered. It went on appearing in films up until just before passing away at the age of 11 in 1945.
 
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 The Munchkins did not engage in raucous drinking sessions while filming.
 
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 Leopold Singer had 124 dwarves under his employ.
 
 The Wizard of Oz
 
 The performers who were part of his Singer Midgets vaudeville troupe. (It should be noted that this term is clearly outdated now but reflected the common usage at the time). Even though they had minimal experience in Hollywood, they performed their parts with remarkable professionalism. However, exaggerated stories about them emerged and circulated for decades following the film’s completion.
 
 
 He mentioned they were all drunk," Garland explained to Jack Paar in 1967. "A well-mannered man around forty approached me asking for dinner; I didn’t feel right saying 'I can't dine with you as you’re a little person,' so instead, I simply stated, ‘My mom would not approve.’ He responded, ‘Oh please, invite her along too!’ The management housed them together at an inn in Culver City where they partied heavily each evening until they eventually ended up being scooped up using butterfly nets.
 
 
 Garland was right that the Singer Midgets all lodged at a hotel in Culver City, an idea that sparked the 1981 film starring Carrie Fisher and Chevy Chase.
 
 Under the Rainbow
 
 It mostly unfolds within the hotel where the Munchkin performers engage in excessive drinking and raucous behavior. However, this depiction is purely fictional. According to almost all reliable reports, stories about their conduct were often grossly embellished or fabricated altogether.
 
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 True: During production, Judy Garland became dependent on barbiturates and amphetamines.
 
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 When Garland was only 16, she secured the role of Dorothy. Despite this young age, she had extensive experience from her days performing with the Gumm Sisters vaudeville act since childhood. During the making of the film at MGM, they closely monitored her weight and energy levels.
 
 The Wizard of Oz
 
 , and they provided her with medication to curb her hunger and enable her to work for extended periods. This resulted in a persistent dependence on barbiturates and amphetamines, which contributed to her demise in 1969 at just 47 years old.
 
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 Pink Floyd didn't synchronize the film to
 
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 In the Nineties, a tale spread like wildfire across the internet claiming that Pink Floyd had covertly synchronized their 1973 album.
 
 Dark Side of the Moon
 
 n to
 
 The Wizard of Oz.
 
 To be honest, there are several peculiar coincidences that occur when you begin playing the album precisely as the MGM lion roars for the third time during the introduction. When Clare Torry’s wails echo through “The Great Gig in the Sky,” it aligns with the moment the tornado strikes. Similarly, the sound of a cash register ringing in “Money” syncs up perfectly with the film transitioning to color. Finally, the last heartbeat concluding the album mirrors the precise instant when Dorothy hears the Tin Man’s heart.
 
 
 None of this happened deliberately. As the band members have repeatedly clarified, they did not own VCRs in 1973, nor did they play the film on a screen during the creation of their album. Most tracks on the record do not correspond with what’s happening visually at all; even those few instances that seem to match are merely accidental. This simply demonstrates how easy it is to rationalize an initial assumption by working backward—you might end up believing nearly every claim presented to you.
 
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 You can pause the movie and see some fun inconsistencies.
 
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 As many times as this movie has been viewed, it still manages to captivate its audience.
 
 The Wizard of Oz
 
 
 Various small discrepancies can easily be spotted. Take for instance this video showing an apple-picking sequence; freeze-frame it precisely at the 1:05 timestamp. You’ll notice that Garland has swapped out her iconic ruby slippers for plain black footwear during this particular moment. Another significant mismatch occurs right as Dorothy encounters the Scarecrow. The length of her braids fluctuates across different shots due to them reshooting parts of the segment roughly half a year apart before stitching these segments into one cohesive scene.
 
 Now fast-forward to another clip and hit pause consecutively at points 2:09 and then merely four seconds afterward around 2:13. Here lies perhaps the starkest illustration of such irregularities appearing within mere moments. Was a mischievous little person meddling with her hairstyle between camera setups? Or did Pink Floyd’s guitarist pen “Brain Damage” inspired by this very conundrum? Not really—this is simply part of filmmaking. So everyone should take a deep breath and unwind.
 
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Three Misconceptions (And Three Bizarre Facts) About 'The Wizard of Oz'

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The Wizard of Oz It became a major cultural sensation almost immediately after the release of the initial Frank Baum book in 1900. Just two years later, a theatrical musical rendition wa…