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Only Murders in the Building. Runner-Up in Critique Challenge.
A show that seems more niche than it actually is, OMITB centers on true crime obsessives who become three unlikely amigos and start a podcast to solve a string of murders in their posh Manhattan building. Darkly hilarious and emotionally evocative with a brilliant cast, this series is a must-see.
By Megan Malcolm2 years ago in Critique
WandaVision
A Marvel Cinematic Universe show that was hugely popular and fun to watch, WandaVision presented a clever take on loss, grief, and the psychopathology of superhumans. However, the twist felt unearned, a "switcheroo" instead of a satisfying reveal, and Legion handled the same topics earlier and better, without any fanfare.
By Megan Malcolm2 years ago in Critique
War & Peace
The Russian word "mir" (peace) has another meaning - "world, society." While translating the novel's title as "War and Peace" is logical for juxtopposition, Tolstoy's main goal was to show how war affects the world. It is Natasha's love and life story in the context of war, peace, and society.
By Lana V Lynx2 years ago in Critique
Barbie: defining an epoch
Forget the hype, forget the feministic knee jerk, go see the movie. Barbie is a film about life, and the juxtaposition of reality and fantasy. It speaks to gender identity, growing up and the struggle to come to terms with existence. Future generations will recognize Barbie as defining an epoch.
By Raymond G. Taylor2 years ago in Critique
A Game of Thrones: A Critique
The "Game of Thrones" TV show series captivated audiences with its intricate politics and fantasy world, but its rushed final season disappointed fans who craved satisfying character arcs. The swift resolution of long-standing conflicts overshadowed the series' rich storytelling, leaving viewers wanting more coherence and depth in the concluding episodes.
By Emily Hart2 years ago in Critique
The Ambassadors
Two friends on mission to end division between Henry VIII and the Church of Rome. Holbein sends the message that no amount of wealth, power or education can prevent death; and no man, including the pope, had any power to stop the inevitable; Henry's decision to create his own church.
By Tammy Castleman2 years ago in Critique
Freud's "Totem and Taboo"
The significance to anthropology of Totem and Taboo in particular and Freud in general are immeasurable. His advent did not bring to anthropology what Darwin had brought to biology or what Einstein had gifted physics. However, his astute analysis provided anthropology with a richer focus and a more colourful disposition.
By Patrick M. Ohana2 years ago in Critique
Icebreaker by Hannah Grace-A critique
It didn't matter when we found out what happened to Aaron. I thought it was self-inflicted.Wanted more of Ryan. I hated that we didn't get to find out how their relationship worked since that was laced through the book but got skipped to them together and with an accidental pregnancy.
By Merritt Xavier2 years ago in Critique
The Princess Trap by Talia Hibbert-A critique
We had no idea where Lydia and her girls were going.What happened to Harald apart from the live streaming of his character? Hans' relationship felt forced, there were hints but nothing really.Did Cherry still create the business she wanted or did she go back to being HR at the academy?
By Merritt Xavier2 years ago in Critique
The Wrong Bride by Catharina Maura-A critique
I loved that they overwrote each other's memories, had moments of honesty, and were destined to be together and fought too.Handled online bullying and other topics well. I want the story on Lex and Sierra. I wish she got pregnant to start their family and overwrite their experience with Hannah.
By Merritt Xavier2 years ago in Critique
