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Getting fantasy out of the Dark Ages
It’s no secret to anyone who knows my tastes that I love fantasy. Even my taste in science-fiction serves that point, with “Star Wars” honestly having more in common with fantasy than sci-fi where it matters. And yes, like many others, J.R.R. Tolkien stoked that love at a young age for me with “The Hobbit: […]
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The devil you should know: a “Demon Slayer” review for newcomers
“Demon Slayer” is a Japanese animated television show, more commonly referred to as anime, that debuted in Japan in April 2019 to great success both commercially and critically. Why this is relevant in February 2021 may not be readily apparent, unless you’ve looked at Netflix recently to see it has been added to the list […]
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‘Wonder Woman 1984’ film review
Just when it was looking like the horrendous year of 2020 was coming to an end with nothing to show for, Diana, Queen of the Amazon swooped in to save us all. Over the restful break, Warner Bros. released one of the most highly anticipated movies of the year, “Wonder Women 1984” to the streaming […]
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Dave Chapelle Hosts SNL in Election Special
This past week’s episode of Saturday Night Live (SNL) was full of celebration amid the election results and a big sigh of relief over the past four years. Many cities in America partied all afternoon, and what’s a better way to end the night than with some laughter and relaxation from SNL? Viewers are first […]
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‘Nioh Two’ Is Worth the Pain
“Nioh Two” confronts players with an existential question for the ages: Am I a masochist? The follow-up to developer Team Ninja’s 2017 offering joins its predecessor, as well as the incredible “Bloodborne,” as one of the most painfully difficult, yet rewarding, Playstation Four exclusives available. Released on March 13, “Nioh Two” is an action role-playing […]
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‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Promises Delight and Relaxation
One of Nintendo’s most-beloved franchises released a new installment on March 20, just in time to spread some wholesome, heart-warming cheer when the world desperately needs a little sunshine. Ironically sharing a release date with the breakneck demon slaying of “DOOM Eternal,” “Animal Crossing: New Horizons” delivers a serene and plodding experience that should delight […]
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