Alexandra Fiorentino-Swinton

Freelance Writer

Alexandra Fiorentino-Swinton is a writer specializing in music culture, youth media, and digital phenomena.

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Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘GUTS’ Is a Genius Study of Child Stardom

On “GUTS,” wedged between bedroom pop ballads and angsty rock anthems, is a sharp three-act ode to Rodrigo’s teen idol journey.

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‘Do Revenge’ Gets Wrong What the Best Teen Movies Get Right

“Clueless,” “Heathers,” and “Mean Girls” didn’t just reflect their generations—they redefined them. But their Gen Z successors are all too happy maintain the status quo.

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