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Weekend Reading Recommendations: February 7, 2025

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Gold Derby gathers some of the most intriguing stories from the week, featuring insights from various sources. If you missed these articles or meant to read them but ran out of time, now’s the perfect opportunity to catch up. Enjoy your reading!

Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ AOTY Grammy Victory Feels Like a Lifetime Achievement Award – But Don’t Just Dismiss It as One
Beyoncé has finally secured the coveted Album of the Year Grammy for her work on Cowboy Carter. While some may view this win as merely a reflection of her career longevity, Kyle Denis argues in Billboard that the album itself deserves recognition on its own merits, highlighting that this is not a mere consolation prize. He draws parallels to past Oscar wins for esteemed filmmakers like Martin Scorsese (The Departed) and actor Leonardo DiCaprio (The Revenant).

Beyond Bad Tweets, Latinos Would Like a Word with ‘Emilia Pérez’ — Opinion
Following the social media backlash surrounding Karla Sofía Gascón that threatens the Oscar campaign of Emilia Pérez, Giancarlo Sopo articulates in an IndieWire opinion piece the various concerns Latinos have regarding the film. He examines why the movie continues to receive attention despite these criticisms and discusses the broader issues surrounding representation.

What’s Left to Say About Sundance?
The Hollywood Reporter’s Mia Galuppo provides an overview of the current state of the Sundance Film Festival, noting a sense of “general lethargy” this year due to low enthusiasm and fewer sales. The festival’s future location was questioned after that news broke about possibly moving from Park City, Utah, after 2026. Galuppo suggests a growing acceptance that the festival may have reached its limit in that setting.

The World of Kendrick Lamar, in 6 Key Performances
Ahead of Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show at the Super Bowl, the New York Times compiled a selection of the rapper’s most impactful performances, illustrating his distinctive visual style and the artistic elements he brings to the stage.

Yesterday, Tomorrow, and Banished Forever
In a captivating narrative, Vulture’s Justine Harman explores the lengthy journey of Scott and Diana Anderson, who dedicated over a decade to gain entry into Disneyland’s prestigious Club 33. While they achieved their goal in 2012, their membership was abruptly revoked five years later after allegations of public intoxication, leading to a lawsuit against Disney.

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