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A collection of articles, screenplays, short stories, essays and other forms of writing

Published "Infotainment" List Articles 

Yasmeen wrote for one of the world's largest entertainment news companies, Collider. There, she wrote infotainment list articles about film and television.

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Read some of her published work:

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"Seeking Re-Entry" - A Feature-Length Screenplay

In a prison system where inmates have a say over who is set free, a strong-minded woman must navigate an environment in which you must rely on those who benefit from your downfall.

"What Happened Tuesday?" - A Why Women Kill Spec Script

When assassin Tuesday Kennedy is anonymously enlisted to kill her former alias, she must revisit her past assignments to figure out who her client is. Meanwhile, the head of the assassins’ verification board struggles to cover her misuse of authority and a dejected Emerson attempts to rebuild his life.

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"Matched Up" - A Short Screenplay

Cal has a meeting to register in a dating system which promises to pair her up with her soulmate. During the meeting, she questions the expectations placed on her by society for being a woman.

"Double-Edged Sword" - A Short Screenplay

In a dystopian world where a sadistic king feeds on the pain of the poor for entertainment, Adira is placed in a life or death competition. She is tasked to kill an elephant in the most spectacular way. However, she doesn't realize that the competition may not be as fair as it seems.

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"He Didn't Know That She Was Dead" - A Short Screenplay

After Elliot's girlfriend is relocated to a different city, Elliot mysteriously stops receiving letters from her. Elliot decides to find out what happened, even if it requires him to escape the kingdom and put many lives in danger. 

Coverage of "When in Doubt, Seduce"

Coverage for the unproduced screenplay, "When in Doubt, Seduce" by Allie Hagan, including a synopsis and assessment of the script's strengths and areas for improvement.

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"Marketing Campaign for Kay Cannon's 2021 Film 'Cinderella'" - An Original Marketing Campaign Idea

Kay Cannon's film 'Cinderella' starring Camila Cabello, Idina Menzel, Billy Porter and Nicholas Galitzine is being released mid-2021. This theoretical marketing campaign considers the cast, genre and target audience in its attempt to promote the film. It also focuses on its distinction from other Cinderella live-action films in order to sell its novelty. (This paper was written before any marketing materials were released about the film)

"Yarwood" - A Short Story

The townspeople of Yarwood have a comfortable and traditional lifestyle. Their unique kind of peacefulness is disrupted when a strange couple stumbles into the area. The couple is welcomed with open arms, but a complication arises when they prepare to leave. The story leads to a violent and shocking finale. The question is: Is it really the couple that are the danger?

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"Whitewashing in Hollywood" - An Opinion-Editorial

Whitewashing has been an issue in the film industry since the beginning of its time. But why exactly is it so prevalent? And with the increase of ethnic representation in recent years, has the portrayal of different races and cultures started to be more accurate? This op-ed breaks down all of this through an opinionated lens. 

"The Relationship between Studios and Cinemas" - An Essay

In the film industry, studios and cinemas have had a symbiotic relationship for decades. However, times are changing and studios are quickly depending less and less on traditional exhibition methods. This essay closely analyzes the evolving relationship between studios and movie theaters while also making a prediction for the industry's future. 

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"Disney Reboots and their Connection to Restorative Nostalgia" - An Essay

Walt Disney Studios, and even various other studios, continue to make live-action reboots based off of the animated films from the Disney Renaissance era. This essay discusses why these productions keep being made, and even more so, why they're so successful. 

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