Olivia Klimek

Here for the words, passionate about telling the stories.

My Recent Work

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1975 Hit Musical Film, Starring ‘70s Rocker, Became the Longest-Running Theatrical Release in Movie History

Five decades ago, the iconic ’70s hard rocker Meat Loaf made his film debut in the 1975 cult classic, The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

Released in the U.S. on September 26, 1975, The Rocky Horror Picture Show was a highly controversial film. While the movie starred big names such as Tim Curry, Patricia Quinn and of course Meat Loaf, it touched on taboo themes at the time including gender nonconformity, open sexuality and anti-establishment. These details ultimately caused the film to flop commer...
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‘Humanist Vampire’ screening at FSU combines horror, humor and heart

Florida State University’s Student Life Cinema (SLC) has been prepping for the Halloween season with a series of seasonal events and spooky movie showings. On Oct. 22 and 23, the SLC presented a two-night showing of the 2023 French horror comedy film “Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person,” along with a lecture on vampire ethics before the film showing.

Despite its absurd name, “Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person” could be considered a Halloween cult classic in th...
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FSView Bar of the Week: Warhorse Whiskey Bar— a whiskey lover’s dream

All of Tallahassee's bars are great, but bustling nightlife might not be for everyone. If you’re one of those people, there might be another place for you. Just on the outskirts of college town, located on East Gaines Street, a cozy bar resides: The Warhorse Whiskey Bar.Recognizable by its eccentric drip-font sign, Warhorse is a brick building attached to Gaines Street Pies. Opened in July 2015, the two establishments are partnered with one another, both easily accessible by walking through a la...
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Zach Cregger’s 'Weapons' explores horror through real-world tragedy

Horror is a fascinating genre because of how easily it can provide commentary on societal challenges. Some of the best horror films aren’t the films intended to be the “scariest” or the “goriest,” but are films that use real-world challenges to connect to the audience and comment on the faults of the human condition.A movie that does this splendidly is “Weapons,” a new release that has taken horror movie enjoyers by storm. "Weapons" tells the story of unrecognized children who have fallen victim...
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‘Euphoria’ Star Finally Addresses Absence From Season 3

After four years, the hit HBO series Euphoria has returned for its third season. With the promotional rollout launching in January, one central character is noticeably missing from reunited cast.

Barbie Ferreira, the actress who portrayed Kat Hernandez initially announced her departure from Euphoria in August 2022. The actress posted an emotional Instagram story to share the news, affirming her appreciation for the character. Now, as Season 3 gears up for its premiere on Sunday and Ferreira p...
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Halle Bailey Speaks Out on Backlash Over 'The Little Mermaid' Casting

Three years after her starring role as Ariel in the live-action adaptation of Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Halle Bailey is reflecting on her experience with online hate.

Immediately following Bailey’s casting, internet forums erupted into outrage over a Black woman portraying the red-haired princess. In an interview with The Independent, Bailey opened up about the ordeal, admitting that despite the persistent backlash, she does not regret the role.
Bailey described The Little Mermaid as “a b...
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'Forbidden Fruits' Costume Designer Addresses Fashion Brand Behind Film Stars' Campy Looks

Forbidden Fruits was not only an eccentric cult classic in the making, but it also produced some of the most memorable costume designs of the year.

The 2026 film is a horror-satire focused on a group of girls who are Free Eden saleswomen by day and witchy cult members by night. When new recruit Pumpkin joins the group, she begins breaking apart the dynamic bit by bit until horrifying secrets are revealed. The Free Eden sales associates, each named after a fruit, are distinct characters crafte...
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1974 Timeless Classic Was a No. 1 Hit 52 years Ago Today

Fifty-two years ago today, 1970s country-folk legend John Denver topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart with his classic hit, “Sunshine on My Shoulders.”

Despite its current acclaim, the track was not an instant success. Originally released in 1971 on his fourth studio album, Poems, Prayers & Promises, the song did not garner mainstream attention until 1973 when it was featured in the popular television movie, Sunshine.Following the film’s success, “Sunshine on My Shoulders” was re-released as a s...
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Indie Folk Star Doesn't Hold Back After Chappell Roan Confrontation With Fans

Over the last two years, pop star Chappell Roan has built a reputation for blasting invasive paparazzi and aggressive autograph seekers. With a constant press bubble ready to jump at Roan’s every move, folk star Noah Kahan has made a public statement in her defense.
Kahan took to his Instagram story this morning following another headline addressing Roan’s standoff with the press in Paris. The “Stick Season” singer urged scalpers and intrusive photographers to leave the pop star alone, and he di...
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3-Time Grammy Winner Releases New Song on Charity Album

Olivia Rodrigo has released a new cover for War Child Records’ charity album, HELP(2). The pop star shared the release via her Instagram story, expressing her gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to War Child’s decade-spanning missionRodrigo wrote, “HELP(2) is out now and every stream & purchase supports @warchilduk in their efforts to help children living through the unthinkable. So many wonderful artists I admire are on the album and I am honored to have been able to be a part of it.”...
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Harry Styles Reveals Reason Behind World Tour Decision

Harry Styles, a 2010 pop music icon, came under fire last month after announcing his 2026 Together, Together tour. The announcement followed the reveal of his highly anticipated fourth studio album, Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally.Aside from the high ticket prices attributed to dynamic pricing on ticketing platforms, fans expressed frustration over the limited “touring” Styles actually planned to do. While the singer is technically visiting seven countries, the trek consists primarily of...
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'Traitors' Winner Makes Admission About Luxury Purchase for Maura Higgins

The Traitors winner Rob Rausch has confirmed details regarding his luxury apology purchase for co-star Maura Higgins.

For several weeks, Peacock audiences tuned in to watch the star-studded season four cast of The Traitors. Throughout the season, strong alliances were formed, with one of the most notable bonds developing between Love Island stars Rausch and Higgins.After months of watching the pair’s close relationship grow, the shocking season finale betrayal — where Rausch was revealed as a...
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1997 Classic, Widely Considered Greatest Film Ever Made, Won 11 Academy Awards

The 2026 award season is in full swing, and reflecting on past monumental victories is a rite of passage. With Sinners breaking the record for the most nominated film in Oscar history, there is a chance it could overtake the current record for total wins. One of the biggest sweeps in history occurred in 1998, when James Cameron’s 1997 classic Titanic dominated the Academy Awards. Originally nominated for 14 Oscars, the film walked away from the 70th Academy Awards ceremony with 11 trophies. Thi...
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2011 Novel, Voted Best Book of the Century, Became a Must-Read Classic

Out of all the culture-defining titles that have graced shelves over the last two decades, there are some that persevere as standouts.

In 2024, the New York Times recruited a group of writers, book lovers and critics to help rank the 100 best books of the 21st century. The team compiled a list of some of the greatest works of literature written since the year 2000. Beating out both Joan Didion’s 2005 memoir The Year of Magical Thinking at No. 12 and Kazuo Ishiguro’s 2005 novel Never Let Me Go...
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42 Years Ago, a ’70s Music Legend Made Massive History

Forty-two years ago, legendary pop artist Michael Jackson made music history by sweeping the 26th annual Grammy Award Ceremony.

The ceremony, held on Feb. 28, 1984, came just a year and a half after the release of Jackson’s iconic 1982 album, Thriller. Due to the unmatched reception the album experienced, Jackson received a record-breaking 12 nominations, eight of which he won. This marked the highest number of Grammys won in a single night by any artist in history — a feat only rivaled when...
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Alysa Liu's Hairstylist is Booked and Busy After Iconic Look Goes Viral

Winter Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu has garnered attention for her bold halo-dye hairstyle. Liu, an American figure skater, has become an overnight sensation for her Olympic win this month, stunning audiences with her fabulous routine and extroverted personality.
Her alternative look was brought to reality by hairstylist mastermind Kelsey Miller. In a recent interview with TMZ Sports, the hairdresser admits that ever since Liu’s social media fame, her calendar has been booked with clients at...
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A24 Releases Teaser Trailer for Upcoming Horror Film 'Backrooms'

A24 has released the first look at its upcoming horror film Backrooms. The film, based on the internet Creepypasta (an urban legend spread and augmented by the internet) by YouTuber Kane Parsons, is set for release on May 29. The film will bring the indie YouTube horror series to life, adapting it from a small-scale project to a high-budget feature film. While longtime fans had their doubts surrounding the film’s ability to remain true to the source material, they were pleased to know that the c...
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1983 Classic Ranked ‘Scariest Book Ever Printed’ Became Stephen King’s Most Frightening Work

There is nothing better than a book that leaves you hanging off the edge of your seat, and no one does it better than the horror king himself, Stephen King.

Last October, Shortlist ranked the 50 greatest horror books ever printed, compiling a list of some of the most bone-chilling novels ever written. Unsurprisingly beating out both William Peter Blatty’s 1971 novel The Exorcist at No. 3 and Thomas Harris’s book The Silence of The Lambs at No. 4, Stephen King took the top spot with Pet Sematar...
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Iconic '70s Rocker Made Final Stage Appearance 36 Years Ago Today

The legendary Queen frontman Freddie Mercury made his last stage appearance 36 years ago today at the Brit Awards ceremony. The singer took the stage with his bandmates to accept an award for Outstanding Contribution to British Music. Little did viewers know, it would be the last time the star would grace the stage.

His 1990 appearance followed years of harsh speculation surrounding Mercury’s health, with many tabloids spreading rumors that he had HIV. Although Mercury denied these claims heav...
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The Super Bowl Halftime Rock Renaissance of the 2000s

In recent years, polarizing opinions surrounding Super Bowl halftime performers have flourished, but in the 2000s, it was a completely different story. Between 2001 and 2010, Super Bowl halftime shows were stacked with beloved rock icons, capturing a 10-year run of unity among football fans.

Let’s recap this Rock Renaissance.

The iconic 1970s hard rock band Aerosmith was the headlining act for Super Bowl XXXV. The performance featured Aerosmith this, “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” and “Jad...
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Viral 'Heated Rivalry' Fleece Jacket Announced as Official Merch

Fans of Heated Rivalry will soon be able to purchase Shane Hollander’s viral look from Episode 2. The announcement was made via Instagram on Wednesday morning with one simple sentiment: “We’re releasing the fleece.”

Played by Hudson Williams, Hollander is a Montreal Metros hockey star with a quiet but hardworking drive for his athletic career. Throughout the show, he reps several iconic looks created by costume designer Hanna Puley.
In an interview with the Hollywood Reporter, Puley explained...
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New 'Stranger Things' Theory Emerges Amid Disappointment Over Final Season — Divorce Gate

The final season of Stranger Things was one of the most highly anticipated seasons of television in 2025. Unfortunately, it left fans deeply disappointed. To cope, die-hard fans took to social media to theorize alternate endings, hopeful that the final season was a “fake-out” designed to trick viewers and that the show would air a new episode revealing the real ending in the new year.

With the slow realization that the popular theory, Conformity Gate, would never come to fruition, a new theor...
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David Bowie's Childhood Home Set To Open As Public Exhibit

Much is known about rock and roll super star David Bowie, but very few have had the opportunity to tour his childhood home. Thanks to Geoffrey Marsh, that will soon be possible.

The home, located at 4 Plaistow Grove, Bromley, was recently purchased by the Heritage of London Trust after being owned for nearly fifty years. Marsh, who has previously curated a Bowie exhibit for the London’s V&A Museum, was hired by the Trust to restore the home to its 1960s glory. The home will undergo a series o...
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Overconsumption during the holiday season fuels isolation

It's safe to say that overconsumption has become normalized in society.From reusable cups to iPhone pocket holders, it seems that companies are testing just how far they can push the narrative of necessity to convince consumers to buy. You can’t do much of anything anymore without an advertisement being shoved down your throat for that new item you “can’t live without.”With social media becoming more intertwined with popular culture, companies have found it increasingly necessary and easier to m...
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