Essay

Sipping Whiskey and Ignoring The King James Version of The Bible
My shabby motel room's Gideon sits, gathering dust on its unopened spine. Yellowed by years of neglect, putrid from bearing witness to man's depravity to others, especially by its sacred truth-bearers. My stomach turns contemplating the hypocrisy perpetrated upon humanity by those perverting its stories for their own glory.
By Paul Mansfield2 years ago in Critique
The Calvin Stickers
Let the grifters grift. It’s their only gift. You work hard on your craft. You spend hours on your craft. Just for someone to drop a link. Or worse, they drop something unrelated. It stinks. Maybe Bill Watterson was right, when he chose to ignore the sticker grifters. We’ll see.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Critique
Does size matter?
Does size matter? Am I critiquing an actual work here? Nope. Just expressing a thought. How big should a link be at the end of an article? I often like my pics for covers, because some Unsplash images make links too large when linked at the bottom of an article.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Critique
Journeying Through the Spider-Verse: Unveiling the Magic of Spider-Man's Latest Adventure
Step into the captivating world of animated cinema, where the Spider-Verse franchise has been weaving its magic. The latest addition, Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse, takes us on a new adventure that's not just visually stunning but also rich in storytelling. Let's journey through the captivating visuals and the emotional layers that make this sequel an experience worth cherishing.
By Mr August2 years ago in Critique
Ethereal Symphony
In this captivating artwork, luminous strokes dance gracefully, forming a breathtaking play of light. Yet, while composition echoes brilliance, an opportunity for deeper narrative connection arises. By intertwining thematic elements, this symphony could evoke profound emotions, ensuring lasting resonance in the observer's heart.
By Peter Tanjala2 years ago in Critique
Shadows of Change
Title: Shadows of Change: The Niger Republic Coup Update In the heart of the Sahel region, where the golden sands whispered tales of ancient civilizations and modern aspirations, the Niger Republic stood as a crossroads of culture and history. The landlocked nation was no stranger to political upheavals, yet the events that unfolded during the summer of 2023 were to become a pivotal chapter in its history.
By Ramadan Joseph2 years ago in Critique
The Retrospect of Fight Club
A movie that identified a looming problem, echoing even decades later. Materialism, status, the struggle to grasp self identity and fulfillment is evident in today’s society. A way of escape is still a struggle, trying to navigate against social pressure. Self-destruction is perhaps a predestined liberator of our species.
By TJ Decena2 years ago in Critique
Justified: City Primeval
Starring Timothy Olyphant, Aunjanue Ellis and Boyd Holbrook. Raylan Givens left the hollers of Kentucky and is balancing life as a U.S. Marshal with being a part-time father. A chance encounter sends him to Detroit and on a collision course with a violent sociopath and a formidable defense attorney.
By kathy rich2 years ago in Critique
Hijack
When Flight KA29 is hijacked during its seven-hour journey from Dubai to London, corporate negotiator Sam Nelson tries to use his professional skills to save everyone on board.
By kathy rich2 years ago in Critique
Tears of the Kingdom (Game)
TotK has better gameplay, and a more narrative driven story. However, they feel separate from eachother, with the story suffering by finding the Tears out of order.
By Malcolm Roach2 years ago in Critique
Painkiller
Painkiller exposes the roots of the most pressing health epidemic of the 21st century. The origins of the opioid crisis in the United States, as seen through the eyes of perpetrators, victims, and truth-seekers.
By kathy rich2 years ago in Critique
The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart
Alice Hart finds her life changing dramatically when her parents die in a mysterious fire and she is sent to live with her grandmother on a flower farm.
By kathy rich2 years ago in Critique