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Jeffrey Dahmer, played by Evan Peters, looks down under fluorescent light. Dahmer wears a yellow plaid button-up shirt and glasses.

Review: ‘Dahmer’ revels in the aestheticization of a killer

Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan’s new limited series falls short of promises to examine the Dahmer killings from the victims’ perspectives.
David Melean, Contributing Writer October 25, 2022

Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for “Dahmer.” “Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story,” the newly released limited series created by Ryan Murphy...

A History of Political TV

A History of Political TV

Anubhuti Kumar, Highlighter Editor October 4, 2017
WSN explores TV political dramas throughout the years, focusing on how the ever-changing administrations and political climate affect these.
This past Wednesday, the sixth season of American Horror Story   was revealed to be “My Roanoke Nightmare.”

‘American Horror Story’ Keeps Fans Guessing

Lily Dolin, Staff Writer September 19, 2016
After months of confusing teasers for the theme of American Horror Story's sixth season, the first episode is released under the theme "My Roanoke Nightmare," filmed in a documentary style.
"The Goonies" is just one spooky film to watch or rewatch this Halloween season.

Staff Recommendations Oct. 29

WSN Staff October 29, 2014
WSN staff recommends four scary books, movies and TV shows
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Anthology format allows for greater creative range

February 4, 2014
Anthology series like "American Horror Story" and "True Detective" gain popularity with their flexible formats.
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ARTS ISSUE: Colorful villains generate fan adoration on TV

December 5, 2013
Television culture has favored its protagonists for years. But in today’s TV landscape, the villain’s time has finally come, upstaging his or her opponent in skill, intelligence and fan appreciation.
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ARTS ISSUE: ‘American Horror Story’ indulges in shock to entice viewers

December 5, 2013
Over three seasons, Ryan Murphy's show has earned a reputation for combining a relentless number of taboo topics.
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‘American Horror Story’ creates new breed of genre hybrid

December 5, 2012
This season's "American Horror Story" combines aliens, an insane asylum and Anne Frank.