I am a massive fan of the 1992 film A League of Their Own. It’s one of my favorite films. My sister and I, both of whom played softball competitively (although I’m sure she would want me to stress that she was both better than me and also more dedicated to the sport, as I […]
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Sanditon – Season 2 Episode 3 Review
The second season of Sanditon has reached its halfway point. This episode has two love triangles, a contentious relationship, and the return of a troublesome character. Charlotte continues her job as a governess and she finds out more about Mr. Colbourne and his niece Augusta. Colonel Lennox attempts the woo Charlotte and he seems to be succeeding. […]
Sanditon – Season 2, Episode 2 Review
The first episode of Sanditon’s second season serviced a strong opener to set up the plotlines for the season ahead. The second episode builds up on the conflict, whilst also having a light-heartedness. Charlotte starts her first day as a governess to Augusta and Leo, but she faces hostility from her charges and new employer. Charlotte’s […]
Neighbours Finale Review
Neighbours is one of Australia’s most recognisable TV shows. It was a pop culture phenomenon beyond its shores, particularly within the UK. After 37 years, Neighbours has come to an end and gets a nostalgic-filled send-off. Times are changing at Ramsay Street. Many of Ramsay Street’s residences are selling up and moving out, leaving the Kennedys behind. Lassiters […]
The Best Show You Aren’t Watching: Evil
When I last wrote about Evil, it was back in its first season – when the series was a solid, if not remarkable, drama on CBS. I’ve spent the last few weeks binging the second and the first half of the show’s third season and I’m here to tell you that the series is in […]
Paper Girls Season One Review
Considering the massive success of Stranger Things, it’s a bit surprising that we haven’t seen more networks and streaming sites attempting to find and create their own series centered around tweens stumbling into a situation where they will be called upon to save the world from outside threats. After all, there was the great “What’s […]
Sanditon – Season 2 Episode 1 Review
After a three-year hiatus the period drama Sanditon has returned for a second season. The first episode of the second season sets up the major storylines for the series. It has been months since Sidney broke Charlotte’s heart by marrying another woman. Charlotte receives some tragic news that forces her to return to Sanditon. Her sister, Alison […]
The Best Show You Aren’t Watching: Our Flag Means Death
If you’ve jumped on the What We Do in the Shadows train (the excellent third season of which is currently airing on FX and Hulu), you’ve likely heard of Our Flag Means Death, since it includes appearances from members of the Kiwi brain trust that brought us Shadows. And if you haven’t yet watched Shadows, […]
The Demon Girl Next Door Review
On July 1st, this supernatural slice-of-life comedy anime directed by Hiroaki Sakurai came to an end. This series was based on an ongoing six volume manga series by Izumo Itō of the same name. The Demon Girl Next Door tells the story of a demon girl, and her two magical girl companions, as they learn more […]
An Alternative to the Studio System?: Indie Animation Forges Ahead
Indie animation is on fire as of late. This is clear from the hundreds of thousands of dollars given to Final Space creator Olan Rogers for his animated project, Godspeed, which will document the “entire process of developing, writing, boarding, animating, and even pitching” an animated series. Sara Eissa, the creator of Astur’s Rebellion, an […]