Marta Djordjevic
Location
Vancouver, Canada
School
Langara College, Blanche Macdonald Centre
Expertise
Foreign Films, 1960s – 1970s Cinema, French New Wave
- In 2019, Marta's extensive feature on Claudine Longet for Gusher Magazine (that was both glamorous and macabre) was for sale at MoMA's Design Store in New York.
- Marta launched her @marta.mcfly TikTok page in 2021. There, she analyzes classic and contemporary cinema and works with Warner Bros., Elevation Pictures, and Sphere Films to review their upcoming releases.
- Throughout 2022, Marta worked as a consultant for the movie app Reelay.
Experience
Marta has been writing since high school when she was chosen as one of the 30 student interns to participate in CBC's News Day in 2009. There, she was tasked with researching, writing, and filming stories for broadcast. In 2015, she launched Paradise Playground, a blog specializing in indie film reviews and music interviews. She has worked with various successful acts while also collaborating with Elevation Pictures and Netflix to review their upcoming releases. She then turned to freelance writing, where she's written for publications such as Little White Lies, Gusher, Sister Magazine, Localeur, and TheTalko. Marta joined Static Media in 2019, first as a writer for Nicki Swift and later as an editor. She has also written for Looper and /Film.
Education
Marta studied English at Langara College in Vancouver, Canada. She continued her education at the Blanche Macdonald Centre, where she received a diploma in global fashion marketing with a focus on fashion history.
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Stories By Marta Djordjevic
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Lena Horne was the first Black actor to sign a long-lasting contract with MGM, but her rise to fame wasn't easy. Here's Horne's tragic real-life story.
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Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis' cousin was once a socialite in her own right: Edith Bouvier Beale. Let's dive into Beale's eccentric life and how she found fame.
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Behind Doris Day's cookie-cutter image was a woman who was surely exhausted from decades of misfortunes. Let's look at the tragic details of Doris Day.
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Joy Division was active for a mere four years, never truly reaching the full scope of their potential. This is the tragic real-life story of Joy Division.
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Warner Bros. Pictures rose to unparalleled fame in the film industry. But the journey to the top — riddled with family drama — was anything but easy.
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The New Hollywood movement is considered by many to be the last golden age of film. Here's how it rose in the late '60s and rocked Tinseltown for a decade.
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Carole Lombard was a legend among Old Hollywood's leading ladies, delighting Great Depression-era audiences with her instantly-recognizable brand of slapstick.
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There's no doubt about it, B.B. King is a blues legend but he always remained humble. This is the tragic real-life story of B.B. King.
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Although Jean Harlow's acting career was quite short, she undoubtedly made an impact on the industry. This is the untold truth of Jean Harlow.
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With over 150 episodes, "The Twilight Zone" has seen a lot of actors come and go. These are the tragic details about the cast of "The Twilight Zone."
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1960s icon Twiggy is generally considered the first supermodel. Her modeling career only lasted four years, but she's still been busy in the decades since.
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Robert Redford is a Hollywood icon, a heartthrob, and a proponent for independent filmmakers. Learn the untold truth about this a notoriously private person.
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Image was everything in Old Hollywood, but things didn't always go according to plan. These are some Old Hollywood feuds that got out of hand.
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Clark Gable oozed masculinity and a practically unmatched swagger as the "King of Hollywood." This is the untold truth of Clark Gable.
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Radio is still relevant, but its impact on society truly began decades ago. Let's take a look at the reason the 1930s were considered "The Golden Age of Radio."
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Confusion, hopelessness, and a desire for stability plagued Garland throughout her life -- something that sadly began at a very young age.
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Jayne Mansfield was connected to many high-profile men, yet none seemed to truly fit her brand more than the Hungarian-born bodybuilder, Mickey Hargitay.
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The Rat Pack consisted of singers and actors, led by the group's ringleader, Frank Sinatra. Let's take a look at the untold truth of the Rat Pack.
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Hugh Hefner often welcomed stars to live within his hedonistic palace for an extended period. Here are the celebrities who once lived at the Playboy mansion.
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Celebrities have always lived fast-paced lives, but living in the spotlight can come with a dark side. Here are some famous celebrities who died in their 20s.
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Here to set the record straight on this Hollywood icon of the '50s and '60s, this is the untold truth of Jayne Mansfield.
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When the most beloved '80s icons die, the world weeps. But there have been a lot of forgotten musicians from the 1980s that you may not know have passed away.
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When a beloved pop culture icon suddenly dies, fans immediately demand answers. Here are some famous deaths that were never investigated.
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Dean Martin was the "King of Cool," part of the legendary Rat Pack. He lived a colorful life but was famously private. Here's the untold truth of Dean Martin.
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As gorgeous as she was, Brigitte Bardot's life wasn't exactly a breeze. From the highs of her career to the lows, this is the untold truth of Brigitte Bardot.
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Birthed in the post-punk scene, the Psychedelic Furs never achieved as much fame as Joy Division or the Cure. This is the untold truth of the Psychedelic Furs.
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Dick Van Dyke has found success in almost every entertainment avenue he's tried, but here are 15 facts you might not know about the acclaimed star.