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Avatar: The Way Of Water--A Swing And A Miss. Top Story - December 2022.
There are a lot of reasons you might be tempted to not see this movie. You may have already heard some of the loathsome things James Cameron said about the Lakota. You may have heard it's just another chapter in the Avatar franchise's "white savior" narrative. You may have heard that a white man is exploiting the stereotypes of Indigenous peoples, hired an almost all white cast, and only white people are going to profit from it.
By Ashley McGee3 years ago in Geeks
Spoilers Can Be A Moral Good, Actually
I have always been skeptical of spoiler warnings because it seems to be more about preserving an individual's "social capital" (i.e., securing benefits from social relationships and networks) than about art. The fact that many people don't care about spoiling old media or non-plot-related parts like its score or special effects makes this whole concept suspicious. If going into a piece of media "raw" is the best way to view it, why should its age matter? Why even have trailers or promotional material?
By Alex Mell-Taylor3 years ago in Geeks
The Best Media of 2022
If there's one thing I have, it's opinions. I can sometimes come across as a sourpuss, but there have been a lot of shows, movies, and games that I have loved this year. Whether we were transported to a galaxy far, far away, or a land of magic and dragons, it was a great year to sit on your ass and watch stuff.
By Alex Mell-Taylor3 years ago in Geeks
What Andor Gets Wrong About Saw Gerrera
It's popular in American media, particularly media made and produced by the Disney corporation, to depict political radicals as going “too far” (see Black Panther, Falcon and the Winter Soldier, etc.). They may have good intentions, but their methods are what the narrative often objects to. Political rebellions on TV and the Silver Screen usually strive to walk a narrow line between showing characters who fight against injustice while outwardly rejecting the methods that many real-life political revolutionaries have had to use.
By Alex Mell-Taylor3 years ago in Geeks
'Pokemon': Who Is Ash Ketchum's Father?
After twenty-five years as the leading man of the Pokemon anime, Ash Ketchum is set to retire, with a final eleven episode mini-series airing in January 2023 to wrap up his story. There are, of course, questions to be answered before Ash leaves our screens. Will he achieve his dream of becoming a Pokemon Master? Will he fulfill his promise to return for his Pidgeot? And, in one of the series biggest unanswered questions, who is Ash's Father?
By Kristy Anderson3 years ago in Geeks
Empire of Light - A Movie Review
Find the light and keep moving forward. Empire of Light is a 2022 film. The story is set in an English coastal town in the early 1980s, in the Empire movie theater. Hilary connects with a young man named Stephen. Experiencing the usual day-to-day norms at the theater, there is something unusual about Hilary’s behavior.
By Marielle Sabbag3 years ago in Geeks
10 Best Anime of all time
As a fan of anime, it's always exciting to see what new series and seasons will be released each year. But first, let's define what we mean by "anime." Anime is a style of Japanese animated entertainment featuring colorful characters, imaginative storylines, and dynamic action. It has gained a worldwide audience and has inspired a wealth of spin-off media, such as manga, video games, and collectible merchandise. In this article, we'll be taking a look at the "10 best anime of all time". We considered a number of factors, including story, plot, character development, animation quality, and overall enjoyment.
By PP3 years ago in Geeks
A Christmas Story Christmas - A Movie Review
Life moves fast. Make Christmas memories last. A Christmas Story Christmas is a sequel to the classic 1983 film. All grown up, Ralphie and his family travel to his childhood home for Christmas. With the sad passing of his father, Ralphie is determined to make this the best Christmas for everybody.
By Marielle Sabbag3 years ago in Geeks
The 12 Days of Christmas Eve - A Movie Review
How many times am I going to have to relieve Christmas Eve? The 12 Days of Christmas Eve found its way into theaters in 2022. Brian, a wealthy businessman has no time for his family. One Christmas Eve he gets in a car accident. Santa Claus has an offer. If Brian repeats Christmas Eve 12 times, he’ll give him another chance at life.
By Marielle Sabbag3 years ago in Geeks
Avatar: The Way of Water Movie Review
At the close of the 2010s, James Cameron’s Avatar delivered a substantial leap forward for high-end blockbusters. After thirteen years in the making, Avatar: The Way of Water has been biding its time, waiting for its biggest competitors to end or fizzle out. For the most part, the return of the highest grossing film in history has been worth the wait.
By Robert Cain3 years ago in Geeks
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year - A Movie Review
It’s two days until Christmas and you don’t have the lights up yet? The Most Wonderful Time of the Year aired in 2008. This holiday is different for single mom, Jen, and her son. Her uncle arrives, but he is not alone. Bringing a handsome but struggling musician home for the holidays, he makes the holiday better for everyone.
By Marielle Sabbag3 years ago in Geeks
'A Furry Freak With Epic Super Powers Superpowers': Could Santa Claus Exist In The MCU?
While a few past MCU projects, such as Iron Man 3 and Hawkeye, have been set during the holiday season, Marvel Studios recently produced their first official piece of Christmas themed content with the Guardians Of The Galaxy Holiday Special. The success of the special, and a half-joking tease in the post credits, has fans wondering about whether we could see more Christmas-themed MCU content in the future, and if so, whether such content would deal with the existence of Santa Claus.
By Kristy Anderson3 years ago in Geeks