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The Unpopular

by The Unpopular

Music TV & Film

Season 1

Armand Is NOT The Worst

If you came here looking for an Armand defense video… you’re in the wrong place. After seeing the way people bent over backwards to excuse Lestat, I thought it was time to discuss Armand's psychology and what makes him so dangerous.

Lestat Fans Are The Biggest Losers

So you watched Interview With The Vampire and decided Lestat was your favorite character? This one is for you. I'm NOT sorry (in advance)

How Misogyny Destroyed Every House | GOT & HOTD

The War on Women in Westeros isn’t just a background theme; it’s the reason every major house in Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon collapses. This video breaks down the hidden patterns across Houses Stark, Lannister, and Targaryen, showing how misogyny, internal conflict, and the dismissal of women’s leadership doomed the greatest families in Westerosi history. If you love deep-dive analysis, character breakdowns, or unpacking the politics of Westeros, this is for you.

What People Fail To Understand About Bealor Targaryen

Rhaenys, Jace, Bealor, and Jon Snow. What do they all have in common? Dark hair and an almost tragic need to risk their lives to defend their beliefs. Is this 'honor' or something else?

Gilead Wouldn’t Exist If It Wasn't For The Women | The Handmaid’s Tale Deep Dive

Gilead Wouldn’t Exist If It Wasn't For The Women | The Handmaid’s Tale Deep Dive Hear me out ! The Handmaid’s Tale is known for exposing the horrors of patriarchy, fascism, and religious extremism… but what if I told you that Gilead wouldn’t even exist if it wasn’t for the women in it? In this video, I’m breaking down how characters like Serena Joy, Aunt Lydia, and even June played a part in creating and sustaining Gilead. From "pick-me" politics to moral passivity, from religious hypocrisy to weaponized insecurity, we’re looking at the uncomfortable truth: oppressive systems often survive because women are divided and some choose to side with power.

Carrie Bradshaw was not the Blueprint - Samantha was | SATC

Was Carrie Bradshaw really the “blueprint”? Or have we been gaslit by Sex and the City for decades? In this video, I break down why Carrie was never the role model HBO wanted us to worship and why Samantha Jones has always been the real main character. From her unapologetic confidence to her realistic approach to love, friendship, and career, Samantha wasn’t just comic relief (she was the true icon of Sex and the City).

Why Jess Mariano Was NOT the Dream Boyfriend | Gilmore Girls

So, I’m watching Gilmore Girls for probably the 100th time. And this time, I have thoughts. Let’s talk about Jess Mariano: why he was never the dream boyfriend why his behavior was toxic and why we need to stop idolizing this relationship.

What is Wrong With Shiv Roy?

Shiv Roy isn’t a feminist icon; she is a weak imitation of the men around her. This episode breaks down Succession’s subtle, devastating take on feminism, loyalty, and power. From her fractured relationships with Kendall, Roman, and Tom, to the maternal wound that shaped her, this is an intimate analysis of Shiv Roy, the woman who cosplays power because real power was never meant for her.

Why Frankenstein feels more relevant now than ever?

Why did Mary Shelley choose a man to create the monster in Frankenstein (2025), and what does that say about modern tech culture, AI, and the way we treat creativity today? If you're interested in feminist film analysis, classic literature, media criticism, or the ethics of AI, this essay delves into the cultural and emotional layers of Shelley’s masterpiece.

The Wicked Women of Oz | Moview Review

Wicked For Good has got everyone triggered, and I think that was the point. Here’s my review of the Wicked movies (parts 1 & 2). Let’s say there was a lot of wickedness, and it wasn’t necessarily green.

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