Dorian falls for a gifted young actress named Sibyl Vane and then casts her aside when he determines that the joy of love has rendered her art banal.

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The comedian returns to standup and finds new joy in, and respect for, the art of death-defying.

NEWYORKER: Dead Man Laughing

Whether "Harry Potter" influenced art, relationships or simply the pure joy of reading, it's clear the books and movies won't soon be forgotten, especially for those who grew up with them.

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