Category: Review
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Rocky: The Underdog Story Perfected
Some movies are so legendary that it feels like everyone has already seen them. Movies like Alien, Terminator 2, Planet of the Apes, Jaws, the Shining, Good Burger, you know, the iconic films that changed pop culture. The movies that have lasted the test of time and will for…ever, probably. Rocky is regarded as one…
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The Quiet Beauty of Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End
Finding good fantasy anime is a challenging task these days. Most of the time, they’re either isekai or lean so heavily into that genre’s worst tropes they may as well be isekai. Disappointing as that is, it’s understandable; fantasy is far bigger here in the West than the East. Something tells me that’s gonna change…
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Knights of the Old Republic: The Peak of Star Wars Games
A long time ago, in an apartment far far away, I made a simple vow: to never talk about Star Wars related media again. In the earliest days of my childhood, Star Wars was my favorite thing ever. I’m not unique in that regard; most boys my age would say the same. But then I…
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The Church on Ruby Road: Beginning the New Era of Doctor Who
With the 60th anniversary now behind us, it’s time to stop celebrating the past and look to the future. We’ve got a brand new Doctor and a decently new TARDIS. Now we just need a new companion and the ride can begin! Enter the Church on Ruby Road. The beginning of Doctor Who’s next big…
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Catching Up With Jujutsu Kaisen: The Shibuya Incident
*Warning! I’ll be summarizing the first three episodes of the arc, as well as discussing some events from later on in the arc. I’ll try my best to avoid major spoilers, as this arc is best enjoyed if viewed completely blind, but it’s almost impossible to talk about it without spoiling anything. If you haven’t…
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