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Most recently published stories in Critique.
The Sopranos
The Sopranos gives us a taste into the underworld of Gangsters and Goomahs. For six seasons we can live amongst the criminal elite and learn the ways of a Mafia Boss, his Consigliere, and his Captains; as Tony, Silvio, Paulie, and Christopher take us on a ride of a lifetime.
By Sian N. Clutton2 years ago in Critique
The Fast and Furious
If you want fast cars these movies are for you. At its heart The Fast and Furious is about family. It centers around Dom and the people he has attracted to him over the years. After 22 years and 10 movies this is one of the greatest franchises there is.
By Jeremy White2 years ago in Critique
50 Critics: Squid Games
Though it ends on somewhat of a stalemate note, The Squid Games is a certainly clever metaphor of a story about how we are all just rats in a maze who are running a rat race to make it to the next big score that will save our miserable lives.
By Joe Patterson2 years ago in Critique
The Bible
A concoction of short stories, thrown together to convince entire generations of the impossible and implausible. Abused, to justify the suppression of minorities and throw shame on the innocent, it remains a leading world power despite unimaginable suffering, world hunger and war. Yet they still pray. I remain dumbfounded.
By Sian N. Clutton2 years ago in Critique
The Famous Five
Stories full of mystery and adventure written for the young and old alike. With high tales of courage and friendship, this series sparked my lifelong love for reading when I was but a child. Enid Blyton graced many a long, lonesome night with her ability to awaken my youthful imagination.
By Sian N. Clutton2 years ago in Critique
The Menu at my local Wetherspoons
Their dishes displayed in attempt to seduce with their low prices and wide range, yet I can’t help but notice the promise to have my order on the table a mere ten minutes after I order and worry how they intend to cook the meat. I order anyway, of course.
By Sian N. Clutton2 years ago in Critique
Cinderella
Cinderella, like most Disney classics, involves a woman who looks for love in the most bizarre of places. Personally, I hope when my daughter grows up, she has higher standards than a man who has to use a shoe to identify her, because he doesn't recognise her without make-up on.
By Sian N. Clutton2 years ago in Critique
You, Two?
Ranking rock bands relatively rather than absolutely is always a good idea. Especially if one would avoid the awkward silence when U2's Rattle and Hum drops a year after telling everyone, their dog, and their grandma that "THE Joshua Tree is the awesomest album ever by the greatest band ever!"
By Brent Tharp2 years ago in Critique
Catcher in the Rye? More Like Poop Flung from on High
Except for the underlying theme of rebellion against authority, Catcher in the Rye offers little to warrant its nearly universal star status. It mercilessly assaults readers with melodrama, whining, and endless, pathetic attempts at cleverness. Accurately portraying its fundamental horribleness would take more words than comprised in the book itself.
By Brent Tharp2 years ago in Critique
Citizen Kane
Widely regarded as the best film ever made, Citizen Kane was as famous for its production as it was for its story. The three most revolutionary elements were its structure, editing, and cinematography. The techniques used became the de rigueur of filmmaking. It is now how all films are made.
By Liam Ireland2 years ago in Critique
The Holy Bible
With seven billion copies printed and sold, the Holy Bible is the most popular and commercially successful book in the entire history of literature. It is, in fact, a collection of books that describe the creation and history of the world, and a religious guide to spirituality, faith, and hope.
By Liam Ireland2 years ago in Critique
