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1. A historical period drama is a work of art set in, or reminiscent of, an earlier time period. Used in the context of television, theater or movies.
2. An offensive slang term for a 'chick flick', a movie that appeals mainly to women.
1. Pride and Prejudice was an excellent period drama.

2. I hate it when my SO forces me to watch one of her period dramas.
by BoredGenius1 January 14, 2015
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A cultural and aesthetic mind-state that prioritizes making money, even as an “underground” or “radical” creator. The work isn’t made for money, but it’s the money that matters the most.
“Dude, his stuff is pretty out there but he’s still pretty Finance Punk.”
by Pop Pop Bienstock April 01, 2021
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Television that can only be viewed by people who get periods.
Steve: Have you seen the period drama on BBC iPlayer recently?
Roger: Are you from Syria? I’m a man
Steve: Your loss. I’m just in touch with my inner vaj
by ThePonderer November 13, 2019
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