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Wicked debuted to rave reviews at the 1998 Sundance Film Festival, with John Cooper calling it an “exhilarating hybrid that continuously surprises and amuses” in the festival’s program. The thriller is a twisted tale of murder and incest with noir sensibilities and biting dark wit. The driving force behind the film is its stellar cast, […]
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As an amateur scholar and die-hard enthusiast of everything to do with Alice in Wonderland, I have launched a podcast that takes on Alice’s everlasting influence on pop culture. As an author who draws on Lewis Carroll’s iconic masterpiece for my Looking Glass Wars universe, I’m well acquainted with the process of dipping into Wonderland for inspiration. The […]
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Halloween, aka the Met Gala for people with Jack Skellington tattoos, is right around the corner. With the 31st fast approaching, we must prepare a few things. First, we single folks need to come up with the PERFECT costume. Personally, I believe in striking a balance between funny and attractive. If you lean too hard […]
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The Cast of "Wicked" the Movie Talks Inspiration and Approach - Part 3

Author Frank Beddor
Wicked debuted to rave reviews at the 1998 Sundance Film Festival, with John Cooper calling it an “exhilarating hybrid that continuously surprises and amuses” in the festival’s program. The thriller is a twisted tale of murder and incest with noir sensibilities and biting dark wit. The driving force behind the film is its stellar cast, […]

All Things Alice: Interview with Mary Pat Matheson of the Atlanta Botanical Garden

Author Frank Beddor
As an amateur scholar and die-hard enthusiast of everything to do with Alice in Wonderland, I have launched a podcast that takes on Alice’s everlasting influence on pop culture. As an author who draws on Lewis Carroll’s iconic masterpiece for my Looking Glass Wars universe, I’m well acquainted with the process of dipping into Wonderland for inspiration. The […]

Amazing Alice in Wonderland Pumpkin Carving Ideas for 2024

Author Jared Hoffman
Halloween, aka the Met Gala for people with Jack Skellington tattoos, is right around the corner. With the 31st fast approaching, we must prepare a few things. First, we single folks need to come up with the PERFECT costume. Personally, I believe in striking a balance between funny and attractive. If you lean too hard […]

Wonderland: Curious Nature - An Alyssian at the New York Botanical Garden

Author Frank Beddor
Alyssian Reporter-at-Large and Defender of Imagination Lynne Henderson recently took a trip to Wonderland via the Bronx. Here is her full report on the New York Botanical Garden's magical Wonderland: Curious Nature. For more information on this enchanting exhibit, check out my interview with NYBG VP of Exhibitions and Programming Joanna Groarke on the All […]

Hope Renewed: Princess Alyss Embraces Her Destiny - Part 4

Author Frank Beddor
Back in 2007, we collaborated with noted Alyssian historian Agnes MacKenzie to publish Princess Alyss of Wonderland, a stunning collection of letters, journal writings, and art from Her Royal Imaginer, Princess Alyss Heart. These breathtaking documents chronicled the incredible childhood of Wonderland’s exiled heir apparent and future hero of The Looking Glass Wars. Part One […]

All Things Alice: Interview with Dr. April James, Creator of The ALICE Way

Author Frank Beddor
As an amateur scholar and die-hard enthusiast of everything to do with Alice in Wonderland, I have launched a podcast that takes on Alice’s everlasting influence on pop culture. As an author who draws on Lewis Carroll’s iconic masterpiece for my Looking Glass Wars universe, I’m well acquainted with the process of dipping into Wonderland for inspiration. The […]

Five Maddest Mad Hatter Moments

Author Jared Hoffman
Of all the articles I have written for Frank, I have always had the most fun writing about the Mad Hatter and his many different versions. From the original Hatter to the Disney cartoon to Frank’s badass Hatter Madigan, the adaptations of Hatter always seem to be a crowd favorite. So much in fact that […]

The Cast of "Wicked" the Movie Talks Inspiration and Approach - Part 2

Author Frank Beddor
Wicked debuted at the 1998 Sundance Film Festival to rave reviews, with John Cooper calling it an “exhilarating hybrid that continuously surprises and amuses” in the festival’s program. The thriller is a twisted tale of murder and incest with noir sensibilities and biting dark wit. The driving force behind the film is its stellar cast, […]

All Things Alice: Interview with Joanna Groarke of The New York Botanical Garden

Author Frank Beddor
As an amateur scholar and die-hard enthusiast of everything to do with Alice in Wonderland, I have launched a podcast that takes on Alice’s everlasting influence on pop culture. As an author who draws on Lewis Carroll’s iconic masterpiece for my Looking Glass Wars universe, I’m well acquainted with the process of dipping into Wonderland for inspiration. The […]

Battle of the IPs: Alice in Wonderland vs. The Chronicles of Narnia

Author Jared Hoffman
It’s been a while since I’ve written this style of blog. Only so many IPs can even get close to the weight class of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. This time, I think I’ve found a good contender to face off against the rabid Jabberwock that is Lewis Carroll’s creation. So, without further ado, allow me […]

How "Wicked" the Movie Went From Script to Screen with Writer Eric Weiss

Author Frank Beddor
What was going through Stephen King’s head when he came up with It? What was Lars von Trier thinking on the set of…any of his movies? The minds that create bold, polarizing, potentially disturbing stories are just as fascinating to audiences as the tales themselves. The way a storyteller takes inspiration from their life and […]

Lewis Carroll, Traitor to a Princess: Princess Alyss' Never-Before-Seen Letters - Part 3

Author Frank Beddor
Back in 2007, we collaborated with noted Alyssian historian Agnes MacKenzie to publish Princess Alyss of Wonderland, a stunning collection of letters, journal writings, and art from Her Royal Imaginer, Princess Alyss Heart. These breathtaking documents chronicled the incredible childhood of Wonderland’s exiled heir apparent and future hero of The Looking Glass Wars. Part One […]

The 5 Best Alice in Wonderland Themed Airbnbs!

Author Jared Hoffman
While I’m generally skeptical of the benefits of apps, I used to like Airbnb a lot. The original concept of renting out either a room or house through an app was actually quite useful for an eighteen-year-old who could not afford a hotel room and, in some cases, was not able to check in due […]

Directing the Dark: Michael Steinberg on the Stylistic Challenges of "Wicked" the Movie

Author Frank Beddor
Wicked is a twisted tale of murder and incest with noir sensibilities and a biting dark wit. The story follows a troubled teen, Ellie Christianson (Julia Stiles), whose obsession with her father has disastrous consequences for their family and friends. It’s an ambitious film with no margin for error, blending horror, mystery, and dark comedy […]

The Four Best Alice in Wonderland Themed Botanical Gardens

Author Jared Hoffman
If you are like me, you probably only leave your apartment when you have to. I’m not an introvert or severely depressed (just the normal amount of writer depressed). I just like being at my place. My cat and television aren’t outside. Also, if I’m outside, I’m not writing blogs, so Frank does not allow […]
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