Chatty AF 127: Live Action Hot Gimmick Drinkalong (WITH TRANSCRIPT)
Caitlin, Chiaki, and special guest Megan D enjoy some drinks while not enjoying a live action adaptation of the infamous shojo manga Hot Gimmick!
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Harmful Gimmick: The normalization of abuse in shoujo manga
I became interested in shoujo manga after reading Fruits Basket, and I have not stopped reading it since. The more shoujo I read, however, the more I’ve noticed a disturbing trend. While many manga I have read feature sweet, supportive romances, just as many normalize unhealthy, even abusive relationships and victim-blaming.
