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Scott Meslow

Scott Meslow is an Atlantic contributor and a film and television writer based in Washington, D.C. He has also written for Campus Progress and WealthBriefing.

The Most Powerful 'Game of Thrones' Character? Bad Luck

The Most Powerful 'Game of Thrones' Character? Bad Luck

Twists of fate drive the intertwining narratives at play in Westeros.… More »

This Is 'Jeopardy!': How a Week of Episodes Gets Filmed in One Day

This Is 'Jeopardy!': How a Week of Episodes Gets Filmed in One Day

Behind the scenes at the celebrity rounds of the iconic game show… More »

'Game of Thrones': Who Will Write History in Westeros?

'Game of Thrones': Who Will Write History in Westeros?

The characters aren't just fighting over who will be the next king—they're struggling to determine their legacies for generations to come.… More »

Soap Operas Have Died on TV but Live On in Movies

Soap Operas Have Died on TV but Live On in Movies

'Dark Shadows' adapts a long-running serial—the kind of network show that just doesn't work anymore.… More »

'Game of Thrones': The Women Exert Their Power, and Not Just in Bed

'Game of Thrones': The Women Exert Their Power, and Not Just in Bed

The female characters are learning how to navigate the tricky gender politics of Westeros.… More »

Summer Movie Guide: Which Film to See Each Week Till September

Summer Movie Guide: Which Film to See Each Week Till September

'Men In Black III' or 'Moonrise Kingdom'? 'G.I. Joe' or 'Magic Mike'? Could the new 'Spider-Man' be good?… More »

On 'Game of Thrones,' a Loyal Ally Is Hard to Find

On 'Game of Thrones,' a Loyal Ally Is Hard to Find

Is there anyone trustworthy left in Westeros?… More »

Pop Culture's Undying Edgar Allan Poe Obsession

Pop Culture's Undying Edgar Allan Poe Obsession

The long-gone author who inspired 'The Raven' has 251 movie- or TV-writing credits and counting.… More »

'Game of Thrones': Who Really Holds the Power in Westeros?

'Game of Thrones': Who Really Holds the Power in Westeros?

All the candidates for king are flawed in their own ways. Will anyone come out on top?… More »

How TV Fell in Love With Marijuana

How TV Fell in Love With Marijuana

It's come a long way from "Just Say No."… More »

Everything You Wanted to Know About Movies Based on Self-Help Books*

Everything You Wanted to Know About Movies Based on Self-Help Books*

*But were afraid to ask… More »

On 'Game of Thrones,' Is Anyone on God's Side?

On 'Game of Thrones,' Is Anyone on God's Side?

Each character vying for power tries to prove he's the divinely inspired ruler.… More »

'The Three Stooges': A Passable Reboot of a Mediocre Comedy Institution

'The Three Stooges': A Passable Reboot of a Mediocre Comedy Institution

The new Farrelly brothers' movie successfully channels the silly charms of Larry, Curly, and Moe.… More »

How 'Game of Thrones' Masters the Art of Adapting Novels for TV

How 'Game of Thrones' Masters the Art of Adapting Novels for TV

The HBO show has a delicate relationship with the George R.R. Martin books that inspired it.… More »

Boys Can Love 'Titanic,' Too

Boys Can Love 'Titanic,' Too

A man's defense of a movie commonly thought to be meant for teenage girls… More »

As 'Game of Thrones' Returns, One Question Looms: Who Will Be King?

As 'Game of Thrones' Returns, One Question Looms: Who Will Be King?

The season premiere offers four possibilities for who could take over in the succession crisis.… More »

Snow White's Strange Cinematic History

Snow White's Strange Cinematic History

'Mirror Mirror' is the latest telling of a tale that's inspired the most influential animated film of all time, a deeply racist kids' show, and scores of other adaptations.… More »

Between 'Potter' and 'Hunger Games,' a Spotty Decade for Teen-Lit Films

Between 'Potter' and 'Hunger Games,' a Spotty Decade for Teen-Lit Films

The boy wizard's success led to a legion of young-adult book adaptations—many of which flopped.… More »

The History of Alcoholism on TV: From Comedy to Empathy

The History of Alcoholism on TV: From Comedy to Empathy

Television drunks were once mined for laughs; now characters like Don Draper and Tommy Gavin make us feel compassion for them in their struggles with drinking.… More »

The 'Walking Dead' Season-Finale Report Card

The 'Walking Dead' Season-Finale Report Card

Was the second part of the zombie show's second season able to make up for its lousy first half?… More »

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