View the VIBE Toronto
  • Cool Vibes
    • Cool Vibes
    • Gift Guides
    • Eats+Drinks
    • Travel+Hotels
    • Health+Fitness
    • Style+Beauty
    • Life+Culture
    • Dating+Relationships
    • Events+Nightlife
    • Cannabis
  • Best in The 6ix
    • Best in The 6ix
    • Restaurants
    • Hotels
    • Things to do
    • Coffee Shops
    • Spas + Beauty
    • Barbershops
    • Retail
  • City Life
    • City Life
    • Pride
    • #TTCLife
    • #BossLife
    • #DatingLife
    • Seen+Heard
    • COVID-19
    • Quarantine Chronicles
    • Submit a Q.C. Post
  • Going Down
    • Today
    • This Week
    • This Month
    • Submit an Event
SPACES Yorkville
Join the Conversation
Facebook 6K Likes
Twitter 12K Followers
Instagram 22K Followers
Pinterest 150 Followers
View the VIBE Toronto
  • Cool Vibes
    • Cool Vibes
    • Gift Guides
    • Eats+Drinks
    • Travel+Hotels
    • Health+Fitness
    • Style+Beauty
    • Life+Culture
    • Dating+Relationships
    • Events+Nightlife
    • Cannabis
  • Best in The 6ix
    • Best in The 6ix
    • Restaurants
    • Hotels
    • Things to do
    • Coffee Shops
    • Spas + Beauty
    • Barbershops
    • Retail
  • City Life
    • City Life
    • Pride
    • #TTCLife
    • #BossLife
    • #DatingLife
    • Seen+Heard
    • COVID-19
    • Quarantine Chronicles
    • Submit a Q.C. Post
  • Going Down
    • Today
    • This Week
    • This Month
    • Submit an Event
  • Entertainment

Over-rated/Under-rated: Amy Schumer, Bruce Jenner + More

  • April 24, 2015
  • 4 minute read
  • VIBE Team
Total
1
Shares
1
0
0
0
0
0

Sure, we might not write in-depth cultural critiques of everything that makes a splash on pop culture’s radar every week, but that doesn’t mean we’re not talking about it around the Vv Magazine office watercooler. That’s why, every Friday, Vv Magazine’s editors roundup the stuff we loved, hated, debated, and obsessed over during the week that was with Vv’s Over-rated/Under-rated. We’re not ashamed to admit that we do more than just keep up with the Kardashians — we have office polls on what everyone from Bruce Jenner and Kate Middleton to Marc Jacobs and Justin Trudeau will do next…

Under-rated: Last f*ckable day

Amy Schumer — with the help of Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Tina Fey, and Patricia Arquette — is our hero of the week. The timing of this sketch, which shines a light on Hollywood and the media’s disinterest in women’s sexuality once they’re deemed too old to be f*ckable, came at an interesting time. See below…

Over-rated: Sandra Bullock is People Magazine’s World’s Most Beautiful

There’s no doubt she’s always been a looker, but the media’s excitement over the fact that a 50-year-old woman could still earn this title — especially when we all know the cover of this issue is not actually won by a democratic international vote and is more of a behind-the-scenes publicist throwdown — is shocking. When naming the “Sexiest Men Alive,” the media’s never been in a tizzy about George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Sean Penn, or Johnny Depp getting props for their good looks over age 50… or the fact that they’re still called “sexy” and not the less-focus-on-the-purely-physical “beautiful,” which can be interpreted more flexibly (read: less about f*ckability).

peoplemagazine

Related Link (because everyone’s fuckable at every age): This First Date Question Predicts If You’ll Have First Date Sex

Under-rated: The influence of the media on our ideas of beauty

Consider this: in the 25-year history of the Most Beautiful issue of People Magazine, men have been the featured cover star only three times (Mel Gibson, Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Cruise) because the magazine clearly sees being “beautiful” as a female virtue whereas men can be sexy (read: People’s “Sexiest Man Alive” issue). Of the 53 celebrity images featured on the cover for the World’s Most Beautiful issue over the years, the stats breakdown is shocking: 22 white women, 17 white men, 10 women of color, and four (that’s f-o-u-r, 4) men of color.

Related Link: The Rant: Jaden Smith is Wearing Dresses… So What?

Under-rated: W Magazine’s interview and photo shoot with Charlize Theron

This is everything People Magazine’s “World’s Most Beautiful” issue should have been. In the interview for the magazine, 39-year-old Theron honestly addresses the topic of aging and feeling beautiful as a woman: “I think, like many women, I was judgmental toward women as they aged. Women, in our society, are compartmentalized so that we start to feel like we’re cut flowers and after a while we will wilt. I realise now that’s not the case – we can celebrate every age…. That’s my encouragement to 20 year olds who are terrified of getting older: ‘Don’t have a nervous breakdown and don’t hit the Chardonnay too hard. Getting older is not that bad.'”

W_May_2015_04

Related Link: Why We All Get The Face We Deserve At 50

Under-rated: Bruce Jenner’s Diane Sawyer exclusive tonight

In all seriousness, we think Bruce Jenner’s story could potentially be an incredibly important turning point in destigmatizing the transgender community. We’ll be watching.

Over-rated: EL James’ husband writing Fifty Shades of Grey film sequel

Just when you thought Fifty Shades of Grey couldn’t get more out of touch with reality, it turns out EL James’ husband Niall Leonard, a little-known screen writer, has come out of the shadows of his wife’s Twihard fan fiction to pen the film’s sequel. We can’t wait to see how they get S&M wrong this time.

Related Link: 50 Shades of Vancouver

Under-rated: Orange Is the New Black’s new cast member

In real life, her name is Ruby Rose, she’s an Australian VJ and model, and she’s engaged to Roald Dahl’s granddaughter, Phoebe Dahl. In OITNB, she’ll apparently be playing Alex and Piper’s new love interest. Prison is the new Fifty Shades of Grey.

rubyrose

Over-rated: McDreamy is getting killed off Grey’s Anatomy

Wait, didn’t he get killed off eight years ago when everyone stopped watching the show?

Under-rated: The upcoming Netflix reunion of Full House

As kids, we couldn’t get enough of this show about two billionaires pretending to be the same baby named Michelle Tanner. We can’t to see if the Olsen twins show up to shoot Fuller House with the rest of the 80s cast or if they have something better to do, like remake How The West Was Fun.

Neutral: Chinese app MyIdol

For when wasting time at work and self-obsession harmoniously combine in one perfect app.

jon-snow

Related Link (for wasting time on your Mom): The Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift Guide

What are your thoughts on Vv Magazine’s “Overrated/Underrated: Amy Schumer, Bruce Jenner, Fifty Shades Sequel“? Who do you think should take over Jian’s position? Let us know in the comments below or tweet us your thoughts @ViewTheVibe.

Total
1
Shares
Like 1
Tweet 0
Pin it 0
Like 0
Share 0
Share 0
Tags
  • Amy Schumer
  • Brad Pitt
  • Bruce Jenner
  • Celebrities
  • Charlize Theron
  • Diane Sawyer
  • El James
  • Fifty Shades of Grey
  • Fifty Shades Sequel
  • Full House
  • George Clooney
  • Grey's Anatomy
  • Hollywood
  • Johnny Depp
  • Julia Louis-Dreyfus
  • OITNB
  • Orange Is The New Black
  • Over-rated/Under-rated: Amy Schumer
  • Patricia Arquette
  • People Magazine
  • Pop Culture
  • RUby Rose
  • Sandra Bullock
  • Sean Penn
  • Tina Fey
  • W Magazine
Avatar
VIBE Team

We strive to bring edgy content from different perceptions, opinions and viewpoints while covering the latest trends in food, travel, style, beauty, life, culture, events and more. Based in Toronto, we show you the best that this beautiful city has to offer.

You May Also Like
catered event
View Post
  • Entertainment

3 Tips for Hosting a Successful Catered Event

  • December 16, 2020
  • VIBE Team
party hacks
View Post
  • Entertainment
  • Life+Culture

5 Great Party Hacks for an Effortless Cocktail Party

  • November 8, 2020
  • VIBE Team
halloween party
View Post
  • Entertainment

10 Tips for Hosting an Adult Halloween Party During a Pandemic

  • October 6, 2020
  • VIBE Team
Mobile Gaming
View Post
  • Entertainment

Here’s How to Optimize Your Mobile Gaming

  • July 23, 2020
  • VIBE Team
View Post
  • Entertainment

A Floating, Social Distanced Cinema is Coming to Toronto

  • July 22, 2020
  • Revathy Rajan
Soccer: BMO Field
View Post
  • Entertainment

How Canadian Fans Made Soccer Cool Again

  • May 5, 2020
  • VIBE Team
View Post
  • Entertainment

Lighten up the winter with this year’s Toronto Light Festival

  • January 17, 2020
  • Revathy Rajan
colombian dances
View Post
  • Entertainment

8 Colombian Dances Every Dance Fan Should Know

  • December 9, 2019
  • VIBE Team
Trending Posts
  • Patek Philippe Watches 1
    What Really Makes Patek Philippe Watches So Special?
    • November 30, 2020
  • family things to do 2
    Things to Do with Your Family in 2021
    • January 3, 2021
  • Gift Giving 3
    Gift-giving Amid a Pandemic: Here’s How to Make Gifts More Meaningful
    • December 8, 2020
SPACES Yorkville
GOING DOWN IN #THE6IX:
Mon 18

Mr. Brainwash “We’re In This Together” Canadian Exclusive Pop-Up

October 20, 2020 @ 11:00 am - January 19, 2021 @ 7:00 pm
87 Yorkville Ave.

View More…

ADVERTISE WITH US
Learn about our
partnership opportunities.

Inquire Now

 

LATEST NEWS
SPACES Yorkville
Going Down in #The6ix
« January 2021 » loading...
M T W T F S S
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
Mon 18

Mr. Brainwash “We’re In This Together” Canadian Exclusive Pop-Up

October 20, 2020 @ 11:00 am - January 19, 2021 @ 7:00 pm
Mon 18

Mr. Brainwash “We’re In This Together” Canadian Exclusive Pop-Up

October 21, 2020 @ 11:00 am - January 20, 2021 @ 7:00 pm

Subscribe

Be in the know. Get the latest updates, and giveaways!

about
View the VIBE
View the VIBE, partially owned, and operated by STAMINA Group Inc., launched in 2010 as a video restaurant and spa guide, later evolving into a recognized digital Toronto-lifestyle authority, producing fun, edgy and informational editorial content. Establishing itself as a voice for restaurant reviews, trending stories, and excellent vibe videos.
Learn More
Partner Network

SWAGGER Magazine, North America’s
Online Men‘s Luxury Lifestyle Magazine.

Learn More

 

Divine.ca, Canada’s Bilingual Online
Women’s Lifestyle Magazine.

Learn More

 
WanderEater.com, leading those wandering aimlessly for food.

 
GTA Lifestyle Magazines, for all things GTA for the most affluent.

 
Part of the STAMINA Group
of brands.

Learn More

Navigation
  • Cool Vibes
    • Cool Vibes
    • Gift Guides
    • Eats+Drinks
    • Travel+Hotels
    • Health+Fitness
    • Style+Beauty
    • Life+Culture
    • Dating+Relationships
    • Events+Nightlife
    • Cannabis
  • Best in The 6ix
    • Best in The 6ix
    • Restaurants
    • Hotels
    • Things to do
    • Coffee Shops
    • Spas + Beauty
    • Barbershops
    • Retail
  • City Life
    • City Life
    • Pride
    • #TTCLife
    • #BossLife
    • #DatingLife
    • Seen+Heard
    • COVID-19
    • Quarantine Chronicles
    • Submit a Q.C. Post
  • Going Down
    • Today
    • This Week
    • This Month
    • Submit an Event
Join the Conversation
6K Likes
12K Followers
22K Followers
150 Followers
View the VIBE Toronto
  • Contact
  • Masthead
  • Subscribe
  • Send us a Tip
  • Legal
  • © 2020, STAMINA Group
The VIBE authority of The 6ix.

Input your search keywords and press Enter.