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The Sequel Stumbles (But does not Falter)
Jon M. Chu's conclusion to his ambitious two-part adaptation of the Broadway phenomenon arrives with considerable fanfare but delivers decidedly mixed results. Released on November 21, 2025, "Wicked: For Good" runs 2 hours and 17 minutes and picks up immediately where its predecessor left off, following Elphaba's exile and Glinda's ascension to Ozian celebrity. While the film has proven commercially successful—opening to $150 million domestically and setting a record for Broadway adaptations—the critical consensus suggests a marked decline from the original's magic.
By Parsley Rose 2 months ago in Critique
Cut Adrift
Introduction The last time this happened, I wrote about it here: One of the problems is that I have a lot of planned work, but don't want to post it on this account. I could post and then transfer them to my main account, but on here, I don't have access to Quickedit. There is a way around it that I documented somewhere,but this got on the Leaderboard last time
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred - EBA2 months ago in Critique
The Timekeeper’s Tear
A clockmaker created a watch so precise it measured emotions as seconds. When worn by anxious people, time sped painfully fast. When worn by joyful ones, time slowed sweetly. One day, the watchmaker cried while fixing it, and a single tear fell inside. From that moment, the watch adjusted its pace with kindness, slowing for the grieving and hastening the painful moments so they passed quicker. It became known as the only clock that truly understood humanity.
By GoldenSpeech2 months ago in Critique
“It: Chapter Two — everything was going well until the end”
“It: Chapter Two” is a 2019 film, a direct sequel to “It,” again directed by Andrés Muschietti. The story follows the Losers' Club 27 years later, when they must all return to Derry because they promised to come back if It returned too. And so it does.
By Marcela marin2 months ago in Critique
IT (2017): an adaptation that mixes trauma, nostalgia and pure terror
"It" is a 2017 film directed by Andrés Muschietti. In short, it's about a clown who returns to a town every 27 years to cause chaos and kidnap children. Personally, I love "It"; it's one of those movies I can watch over and over without getting bored. I don't know why, but it never gets old.
By Marcela marin2 months ago in Critique
Fiction Workshop Winter Quarter 1998
I had to fight to take the class because I hadn’t completed the prereqs, and it was a 400 level class. I don’t think I knew I was pregnant yet; midterm was in late October, and I got pregnant the Monday after the Fleetwood Mac concert in Atlanta. The two friends I went with were my daughter’s godmothers at her Christening, but we fell out of touch, and neither are part of either of our lives anymore. It was also the Monday before Thanksgiving, which is another story for another day.
By Harper Lewis2 months ago in Critique
Judge Temporarily Blocks Deployment of National Guard in Washington
A federal judge in Washington temporarily blocked the Trump administration on Thursday from maintaining more than 2,000 members of the National Guard deployed to the city’s streets, finding the city was likely to succeed in arguing the deployment was illegal.
By DigitalAddi2 months ago in Critique
Wicked: For Good Review: An Epic Ending to a Unique Story
Wicked: For Good is directed by Jon Chu and stars Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda. Wicked: Fort Good begins several years after the events of the previous installment. This passage of time allows certain characters to be more consolidated in their new role, which pushes the narrative towards the future. This is a significant change, since in Wicked a more leisurely pace was adopted so that the events had more space, while this time there is an obvious need for each event to have a noticeable impact on what will follow. It is evident that the reasons of the characters will not have the depth required for their actions to generate a more significant effect in the dramatic sense.
By Ninfa Galeano2 months ago in Critique
Media Reports Indicate Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet Remain Together Despite Ongoing Breakup Rumors. AI-Generated.
Introduction Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet remain among the most discussed public figures in entertainment. Their relationship continues to generate attention across traditional and digital media platforms. Breakup rumors have circulated for several months, driven largely by online speculation and scattered reports from social media users. However, recent statements from sources familiar with the situation suggest that the pair are still together and “doing great.” This article examines the development of these narratives, the role of social platforms in shaping public perception, and the larger pattern of how modern audiences respond to relationships involving well-known personalities.
By Saad 2 months ago in Critique
Media Attention Intensifies as Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater Prepare for “Wicked: For Good” Premiere. AI-Generated.
Introduction Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater continue to receive substantial media attention as the premiere of their upcoming film, Wicked: For Good, approaches. Their professional collaboration and widely discussed personal association have made them one of Hollywood’s most closely observed pairs in recent years. Although breakup rumors have circulated across entertainment platforms, several reports indicate that the two are still together, leaving the public to navigate a mixture of confirmed professional news and unverified personal speculation. This article examines the public discourse surrounding their relationship, the significance of their upcoming film, and the broader media environment that shapes how Hollywood couples are discussed.
By Saad 2 months ago in Critique
Media Speculation Grows Around Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau as Reports Suggest Joint Holiday Plans. AI-Generated.
Introduction Public attention has increasingly focused on a series of media reports linking American singer Katy Perry and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Since July 2025, several entertainment and political commentary outlets have discussed their recurring public appearances, which have generated ongoing speculation. Recent reports suggesting that both individuals may be planning holiday travel together have renewed interest in understanding the nature of these sightings and the narratives forming around them. While no official confirmation has been issued by either party, the coverage continues to circulate widely across international media.
By Saad 2 months ago in Critique
Steve Jobs Was Wrong
How dare I challenge the illustrious, inimitable, and near god-like inventor of world-changing technological inventions, Steve Jobs! To be sure, I admire the man and his legacy as much as anyone. His creativity was astonishing, his ambition unparalleled. The man who wanted to put a ding in the universe put a dent in it the size of a galaxy.
By Tony Rocco2 months ago in Critique