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fromGameSpot
6 hours ago

Villains Have Rarely Been As Relatable As They Were In Fire Emblem: Sacred Stones

Orson's tragic narrative, marked by devotion and betrayal, unravels the emotional complexity found in Fire Emblem villains, setting a higher standard for storytelling.
Video games
#drama
fromRoger Ebert
4 days ago
Relationships

"Nine Perfect Strangers'" Second Season is Less Insightful, Still Somewhat Fun | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

fromRoger Ebert
4 days ago
Relationships

"Nine Perfect Strangers'" Second Season is Less Insightful, Still Somewhat Fun | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

fromVulture
18 hours ago

Hacks Recap: A Long Day at the Office

Deborah reflects on her sister's struggles with illiteracy while also confronting her new job dynamics without Winnie, who helped protect her from corporate decisions.
Media industry
fromSlate Magazine
18 hours ago

Hacks' Shocking Twist Reveals Something Deeper About the Show

"I refuse to fire her, and not just because she's my creative partner, but because it's a slippery slope."
Women in technology
#film-analysis
fromIndieWire
1 day ago
Film

'Love on Trial' Review: Koji Fukada Explores Injustice in the World of J-Pop

Koji Fukada's "Love on Trial" introduces a dilemma with known consequences, diverging from his typical abrupt disruptions in family narratives.
fromInverse
2 days ago
Independent films

45 Years Ago, The Greatest Sci-Fi Sequel Ever Played A Clever Trick

The Empire Strikes Back excels in character drama and serial storytelling, surpassing its predecessors through its unique narrative structure.
Film
fromIndieWire
1 day ago

'Love on Trial' Review: Koji Fukada Explores Injustice in the World of J-Pop

Koji Fukada's "Love on Trial" introduces a dilemma with known consequences, diverging from his typical abrupt disruptions in family narratives.
Independent films
fromInverse
2 days ago

45 Years Ago, The Greatest Sci-Fi Sequel Ever Played A Clever Trick

The Empire Strikes Back excels in character drama and serial storytelling, surpassing its predecessors through its unique narrative structure.
#comedy
fromIndieWire
1 day ago
Humor

Martin Short on His Favorite Scene from 'Only Murders' and Where Jiminy Glick Should Go Next

fromIndieWire
1 day ago
Humor

Martin Short on His Favorite Scene from 'Only Murders' and Where Jiminy Glick Should Go Next

#tv-series
fromNew York Post
2 days ago
Film

Exclusive | Glenn Howerton on his new show 'Sirens' - and why he likes playing 'raving lunatics and maniacs'

fromBustle
1 day ago
Atlanta Braves

Kristin Davis Teases Charlotte's "Shocking Challenge" In 'AJLT' Season 3

fromNew York Post
2 days ago
Film

Exclusive | Glenn Howerton on his new show 'Sirens' - and why he likes playing 'raving lunatics and maniacs'

fromBustle
1 day ago
Atlanta Braves

Kristin Davis Teases Charlotte's "Shocking Challenge" In 'AJLT' Season 3

#gaming
fromArs Technica
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

The empire strikes back with F-bombs: AI Darth Vader goes rogue with profanity, slurs

fromPolygon
1 week ago
Board games

Clair Obscur's three female characters make me never want to switch my party

fromKotaku
1 day ago
SF LGBT

After Six Years, Overwatch 2 Finally Acknowledges Soldier: 76's Gay Ex-Boyfriend Again

fromArs Technica
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

The empire strikes back with F-bombs: AI Darth Vader goes rogue with profanity, slurs

fromPolygon
1 week ago
Board games

Clair Obscur's three female characters make me never want to switch my party

fromKotaku
1 day ago
SF LGBT

After Six Years, Overwatch 2 Finally Acknowledges Soldier: 76's Gay Ex-Boyfriend Again

#video-games
Video games
fromInverse
2 weeks ago

'GTA 6's' Newest Trailer Marks A Surprising Change For The Series

Grand Theft Auto 6 introduces a compelling relationship between its protagonists, Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos, amidst a backdrop of crime.
fromInverse
1 day ago
Video games

'TMNT: Tactical Takedown' Is an Ingenious Bite-Sized Twist on Strategy RPGs

Video games
fromInverse
2 weeks ago

'GTA 6's' Newest Trailer Marks A Surprising Change For The Series

Grand Theft Auto 6 introduces a compelling relationship between its protagonists, Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos, amidst a backdrop of crime.
fromInverse
1 day ago
Video games

'TMNT: Tactical Takedown' Is an Ingenious Bite-Sized Twist on Strategy RPGs

#mental-health
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

'Thunderbolts*' is an unwieldy jumble, and also the best Marvel film in a while

"Thunderbolts" succeeds in blending character mental health issues with enjoyable Marvel adventure, featuring solid action and emotional stakes.
fromPolygon
2 days ago
Mental health

In Brandon Sanderson's The Stormlight Archive, therapy helps make cool swords even cooler

Arts
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

'Thunderbolts*' is an unwieldy jumble, and also the best Marvel film in a while

"Thunderbolts" succeeds in blending character mental health issues with enjoyable Marvel adventure, featuring solid action and emotional stakes.
fromPolygon
2 days ago
Mental health

In Brandon Sanderson's The Stormlight Archive, therapy helps make cool swords even cooler

#season-finale
fromVulture
1 day ago

Cheers to George Wendt, World's Greatest Barfly

Cheers' opening theme song said the eponymous bar was where everybody knows your name. Norm was the beloved character among patrons, played by George Wendt.
Humor
#film
fromBustle
2 days ago

Exclusive: Annie Murphy Wants To Do A Rom-Com With This "Babe" Of A Co-Star

Murphy plays Imogen O'Clair, an academic who's pioneered the study of linguistic psychology - but struggles when it comes to communicating with her mother.
Relationships
#narrative-structure
Video games
fromKotaku
2 days ago

The Last Of Us Show Made A Major Change From The Game This Week, And Neil Druckmann Explains Why

The show alters significant narrative elements from the video game to provide early context for Joel and Ellie's relationship.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 days ago

The Last Of Us Show Made A Major Change From The Game This Week, And Neil Druckmann Explains Why

The show alters significant narrative elements from the video game to provide early context for Joel and Ellie's relationship.
fromDefector
2 days ago

Spike Lee's Malcolm X Still Lives | Defector

Spike Lee didn't invent the floating dolly shot, but he did make it his signature move, understanding its storytelling potential to imbue his characters with depth.
Black Lives Matter
#netflix
fromPolygon
3 days ago
Video games

One of the most important Pokemon anime arcs is finally hitting Netflix in time for Legends: Z-A

fromPolygon
3 days ago
Video games

One of the most important Pokemon anime arcs is finally hitting Netflix in time for Legends: Z-A

fromEater Chicago
3 days ago
Chicago Cubs

'The Bear' Season 4 Trailer Counts Down Toward Chaos

The Bear faces imminent closure without an investor, raising dramatic stakes for Season 4.
#the-last-of-us
NYC music
fromKotaku
1 week ago

The Last Of Us Season Two, Episode Five Recap: Seeing Red

Ellie's revenge is depicted as a complex emotional journey rather than straightforward catharsis.
Video games
fromGameSpot
4 days ago

The Last Of Us Show Introduces A Member Of The Miller Family Not Seen Before

The introduction of Javier Miller reveals Joel's complex relationship with his past and informs his protective nature towards Ellie.
Video games
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

HBO's The Last of Us S2E6 recap: Look who's back!

The Last of Us Season 2 explores generational trauma through Joel's character and his relationships.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

The Last Of Us Season Two, Episode Four Recap: U-Haul Lesbian Road Trip

This episode of the show offers a refreshing take on character development and narrative depth, particularly highlighting Ellie's journey.
fromInverse
4 days ago
Video games

What Happened to Eugene? 'The Last of Us' Just Changed The Game In a Good Way

NYC music
fromKotaku
1 week ago

The Last Of Us Season Two, Episode Five Recap: Seeing Red

Ellie's revenge is depicted as a complex emotional journey rather than straightforward catharsis.
Video games
fromGameSpot
4 days ago

The Last Of Us Show Introduces A Member Of The Miller Family Not Seen Before

The introduction of Javier Miller reveals Joel's complex relationship with his past and informs his protective nature towards Ellie.
Video games
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

HBO's The Last of Us S2E6 recap: Look who's back!

The Last of Us Season 2 explores generational trauma through Joel's character and his relationships.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

The Last Of Us Season Two, Episode Four Recap: U-Haul Lesbian Road Trip

This episode of the show offers a refreshing take on character development and narrative depth, particularly highlighting Ellie's journey.
fromInverse
4 days ago
Video games

What Happened to Eugene? 'The Last of Us' Just Changed The Game In a Good Way

#andor
fromInverse
4 days ago
Independent films

'Andor' Has A Smart Reason For Not Including Fan-Favorite Characters

fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago
Independent films

The Greatest Star Wars Show Was Always Going to End in Tragedy, but I Still Didn't See This Coming

Independent films
fromVulture
1 week ago

Andor Unlocks a New Way to Watch Star Wars

Andor enriches the Star Wars narrative by connecting personal stories to the broader themes of sacrifice and rebellion.
Independent films
fromInverse
4 days ago

'Andor' Has A Smart Reason For Not Including Fan-Favorite Characters

Andor prioritizes storytelling over fan service, intentionally minimizing references to Rogue One characters.
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago
Independent films

The Greatest Star Wars Show Was Always Going to End in Tragedy, but I Still Didn't See This Coming

#game-design
fromPolygon
6 days ago
Video games

'I was so tired': Behind Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's beloved 'whee whoo' scene

fromPolygon
6 days ago
Video games

'I was so tired': Behind Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's beloved 'whee whoo' scene

fromVulture
4 days ago

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Recap: One Happy Family

The writing in the first six episodes felt like running a marathon at sprint pace, lacking the vital slice-of-life scenes that enrich reality TV.
Relationships
fromPolygon
6 days ago

Final Destination: Bloodlines finally gives Tony Todd a backstory - and a chance to say goodbye directly to fans

"He really wanted to be in this movie... we wanted to craft a narrative around him, to give him a bit more of an origin story, to fill him out as a character."
Independent films
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago

What the Pope Was Like as a Kid

He was a nice kid—most of the time. He'd do a little dance when he won, and if he lost, he’d accuse us of cheating.
Humor
fromGame Informer
1 week ago

Indiana Jones And The Great Circle's Best Side Quest Is About A Nazi Grifter

"As I ventured through the ruins alongside Annika, the tension between our missions clashed—my pursuit of justice against her enigmatic ties to Voss, the Nazi leader."
Video games
#9-1-1
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 week ago

James Gunn's Superman Trailer Unveils a Modern Take on the Man of Steel | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

The trailer kicks off with an intimate moment: Lois Lane sitting across from Clark Kent, challenging his motivations after a life-saving incident.
DC food
#storytelling
#marvel
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Fear Below review fins go badly for shark-dodging divers

Set in 1946, the film combines a gangster aesthetic with a shark attack narrative centered on recovering gold bullion, showcasing the unique dangers of bull sharks in fresh water.
San Jose Sharks
fromGameSpot
1 week ago

Fallout TV Show Star Reveals How Long The Show Could Run For

The potential expansion of Amazon's Fallout TV show could lead to as many as six seasons, focusing on character development, according to actor Aaron Moten.
DC food
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

The Justice League is not impressed in Peacemaker S2 teaser

The teaser for Season 2 of the series showcases returning characters and hints at Chris' struggles post-Butterflies, failing to gain respect despite their heroics.
DC food
fromBustle
1 week ago

The 'Grey's Anatomy' Finale May Follow This Tragic Trend

A hostage situation with an explosive in an operating room GREYS ANATOMY WE ARE SO BACK CUE THE FRAY, referring to the show's knack for high-stakes drama.
Medicine
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

Sigrid Nunez on the Beauty of Narrative Restraint

"If you have an interesting character who is having some kind of experience, you have the makings of a story."
Mindfulness
#television
#rockstar-games
Video games
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

The New GTA VI Trailer Doesn't Show Off Gameplay, And That's Fine

GTA VI's trailer emphasizes world-building, characters, and atmosphere over gameplay, showcasing its Florida-inspired setting and character dynamics.
Video games
fromConsequence
2 weeks ago

Grand Theft Auto 6 Trailer Introduces New Characters, Story Details

Rockstar Games has released a detailed trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI, revealing characters and the main plot set in Vice City.
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago
Video games

Grand Theft Auto VI releases information on main characters

GTA 6 has been delayed to 2026, but a new trailer showcases graphics and the main characters, Jason and Lucia.
fromHackernoon
2 months ago

Six Side Characters That Stole The Show In TV Shows | HackerNoon

In every successful series, interesting characters are essential, not just the main ones. Side characters can captivate audiences and elevate the story to new heights.
Boston Bruins
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Doctor Who: Lucky Day season two episode four recap

This greatest hits remix of previous episodes like Love and Monsters, Blink and Turn Left, where we only see glimpses of the Doctor in the background, just about earned its place in the run.
London politics
fromPolygon
2 weeks ago

Bob from Thunderbolts* is poised to become the MCU fandom's new dreamboat

Bob is many elements that make a certain sector of fan on the internet go feral, all put together for some amazing synergy.
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