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fromVulture
1 day ago

Foundation Recap: The Pirate Prince Makes His Move

Foundation's latest episodes feature a thrilling narrative led by The Mule, showcasing humanized Cleon characters and intricate power dynamics.
Film
fromVulture
1 day ago

Outlander: Blood of My Blood Recap: Love Letters

The emotional impact of World War I on characters is profoundly illustrated through their experiences and relationships.
#outlander
fromVulture
1 day ago

Dexter: Resurrection Recap: Gemini Season

Blessing tells Dexter that his mother, Prudence, has died, to which Dexter responds, "Death comes for us all." Despite only knowing each other for a few weeks, Dexter is invited to the wake, needing to dress appropriately for the occasion.
Television
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Memoir, biography or novel? Jason Mott leans into the confusion in his latest book 'People Like Us'

Jason Mott's character in "People Like Us" reflects on love and relationships, emphasizing complexities rather than simple perceptions.
#star-trek
fromGameSpot
2 days ago

Mafia: The Old Country Review - Look But Don't Touch

Mafia: The Old Country follows Enzo Favara as he falls in with the Torrisi Crime Family, beginning a journey deeper into the criminal underworld.
Video games
Music
fromVulture
3 days ago

The Summer I Turned Pretty Recap: Songbird

The music selection in The Summer I Turned Pretty emphasizes character emotions through carefully chosen songs.
#king-of-the-hill
#television
fromRoger Ebert
3 days ago

Netflix Brings "Wednesday" Back to Nevermore for a Spookier, Stranger Season 2 | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

Season 2 of 'Wednesday' presents a deeper narrative focusing on her outsider experience and murder-solving escapades.
Television
fromVulture
4 days ago

King of the Hill Recap: Laotian Love

Kahn's return enhances the narrative, bringing key characters together in an engaging way.
#and-just-like-that
fromVulture
5 days ago

King of the Hill Recap: How Do I Live

The episode illustrates the separate yet parallel journeys of Hank and Bobby as they confront life transitions.
NYC food
fromEater NY
1 week ago

Tracking the NYC Restaurants in 'And Just Like That...' Season 3, Episode 10

The series features iconic characters dining across New York City, from brunch to romantic dinners.
fromRoger Ebert
1 week ago

Second Season of Peacock's "Twisted Metal" is Faster and Funnier | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

The second season of 'Twisted Metal' marks a significant leap in quality, shifting from a road comedy to the vehicular chaos expected by fans of the game.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

From Emily in Friends to Che Diaz: the TV characters so bad that they ruined shows

Character perception can greatly influence viewers' enjoyment of a TV show.
#the-gilded-age
fromVulture
6 days ago

The Gilded Age Recap: The Decline and Fall of Ward McAllister

Mrs. Astor's daughter Charlotte's inquiry about the disturbance leads to her mother's curt response, 'Everything,' highlighting the tension and turmoil within New York's elite society.
NYC music
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 week ago

In 'Closer,' Eugene author Miriam Gershow creates a character-driven novel revolving around three tangled lives and a teen's death * Oregon ArtsWatch

The intricate dance revolves around Woody Hanover, who begins an affair with Susan, and parent Stefanie Fenning, who struggles with family issues while dealing with the fallout of her daughter's death.
Books
Video games
fromPolygon
1 week ago

Karlach's actor is just as obsessed with her as you are

Samantha Béart connects personally to their character Karlach in Baldur's Gate 3, highlighting shared traits and emotional responses.
#friendship
Film
fromPolygon
2 weeks ago

Why The Incredibles still stands as the best Fantastic Four movie

The Incredibles stands out as a classic superhero film due to its animation, original character creation, and meaningful portrayal of powers.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

I've become notorious as a 'vertical villain' in Chinese-style mini-dramas. Being evil is fun, but draining.

Sarah Moliski embodies villainous roles in mini-dramas, highlighting their significance in storytelling and her emotional challenges portraying these characters.
Film
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Four Superheroes Who Deserve a Day Off

Marvel's The Fantastic Four: First Steps fails to balance spectacle with character development.
#dexter
fromInverse
4 weeks ago
Television

Paramount+ Just Quietly Rebooted the Most Divisive Serial Killer Show of the Century

fromInverse
4 weeks ago
Television

Paramount+ Just Quietly Rebooted the Most Divisive Serial Killer Show of the Century

fromGameSpot
2 weeks ago

Troy Baker Admits Playing Joel In The Last Of Us Taught Him To Be A Better Actor

"There's nothing worse, and I hope that no one ever feels this, but do you ever show up to something and go 'I am so woefully unprepared for this'?"
Video games
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Lawyer Turned Novelist Pens The Perfect Summer Read - Above the Law

Audrey Ingram describes her transition from a law career to writing as a significant and fulfilling shift, driven by personal aspirations and the influence of motherhood.
Podcast
Books
fromHackernoon
4 years ago

Remnants: Chapter 4 - Left Behind | HackerNoon

Billy grapples with the decision to take responsibility for a girl he barely knows in a dangerous world.
#relationships
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Requiem for a Dream

Morpheus, the Master of the Dreaming, is perceived by others to have changed, becoming a thoughtful ex-boyfriend and a better family member, but he struggles to see himself this way.
Television
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Everyone Knows a Person Like Seth Green in Can't Hardly Wait

Seth Green's portrayal of Kenny Fisher in "Can't Hardly Wait" showcased a deeply insecure character who became a cultural touchstone for his relatable and ambitious quest.
Film
#the-bear
fromJezebel
2 weeks ago

The Terminally Online Are Torn Over Andy Sachs' 2025 Wardrobe

Production for the sequel to The Devil Wears Prada has begun, featuring Anne Hathaway in diverse outfits that evoke mixed online responses.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 weeks ago

Ted Lasso Season 4 Begins Production with a New Chapter and Familiar Faces | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Ted Lasso evolves with Season 4, featuring Ted returning to Richmond to coach a women's football team.
fromAnOther
2 weeks ago

Five Key Visual References Behind The Bear's Cinematography

"It's funny, if someone told me four years ago that I get to make a TV show and it's gonna be Michael Mann versus Scorsese versus Tony Scott, I'd be like, how is this possible?" Wehde tells AnOther, fresh off the third wave of Emmy nominations for The Bear.
Television
fromCreative Bloq
2 weeks ago

I've been making comics for a decade - these are my 12 top tips

Panel shape is one of the most prominent aspects of a comic page. They come in any form and shape, each translating to the reader in a different way.
Graphic design
Film
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

The Fantastic Four: First Steps review: Marvel has been bland before, but rarely this lethargic

First Steps is a straightforward superhero film with an alternate Earth setting and a focus on the personal challenges of its characters.
fromInverse
2 weeks ago

'Final Fantasy Tactics' Remaster Fixes Its Biggest Narrative Flaw

The Ivalice Chronicles remaster aims to address character development shortcomings of the original tactical RPG.
fromCreativeApplications.Net
2 weeks ago

Constella: Supporting Storywriters' Interconnected Character Creation through LLM-based Multi-Agents - Research Paper Preprint

Writers struggle to create characters that influence one another and to balance their relationships.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The Unholy Trinity review Samuel L Jackson and Pierce Brosnan shine in bubbling potboiler of a western

Samuel L Jackson plays a multifaceted antagonist in a revenge-driven western narrative involving stolen Confederate gold.
Writing
fromClickUp
2 weeks ago

Free Character Sheet Templates for Writers & Game Designers

Character sheet templates help organize fictional character details, ensuring consistency and depth in storytelling.
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

Six Films Better Than the Books They're Based On

The folly of man, the chaos of progress, the forking around, the finding out, the dinosaurs—God, the dinosaurs.
Film
fromInverse
3 weeks ago

Xbox Game Pass Just Quietly Added The Best RPG That's Also A Prison Break

Back to the Dawn offers a unique RPG experience set in a prison that emphasizes character-driven storytelling and social dynamics.
fromBustle
3 weeks ago

Logan Lerman Wooed His Fiancee With 'Sex And The City' And Fancy Fruit

Logan Lerman embodies characters with avoidant attachment in 'Oh, Hi!' and Haim's music video, revealing a deep, personal reflection on relationship dynamics.
Relationships
fromGameSpot
3 weeks ago

Donkey Kong Bananza Credits Reveal Voice Actors For DK And Pauline

Kouji Takeda replaces Takashi Nagasako as the new voice of Donkey Kong in Donkey Kong Bananza.
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

Stephen King's The Institute TV Show Is Off To A Lackluster Start

Stephen King's adaptations have inconsistent quality, and The Institute lacks depth compared to his earlier works.
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

The New I Know What You Did Last Summer Is Torture

The new I Know What You Did Last Summer lacks the impactful guilt and atmosphere of the original, undermining character culpability and viewer engagement.
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Next Gen NYC Recap: Bowled Over

"I'm about to literally lose it," Ariana yells during the cast dinner in Ocean City, where unintelligible chaos has broken out over the group not coming to a consensus over whether or not to exile Charlie.
Television
Relationships
fromVulture
4 months ago

Merritt Wever Explains 'Horrific Bind' of Severance Breakup

The relationship between innie Dylan and outie Gretchen presents a harrowing emotional dilemma rooted in identity and sacrifice.
#superman
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago
Film

James Gunn's Superman Doesn't Feel Like The Start Of Something Big And That's A Good Thing

The new Superman movie features two post-credits sequences without surprises or future character teases.
fromPolygon
4 weeks ago
DC food

James Gunn's Superman lets Lex Luthor fight using only his brain

Superman's primary nemesis, Lex Luthor, uses intellect and wealth instead of superpowers to challenge him.
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago
Film

James Gunn's Superman Doesn't Feel Like The Start Of Something Big And That's A Good Thing

Television
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

The Gilded Age Puts the Status in Status Quo

The Gilded Age portrays characters anticipating significant changes that often do not materialize, yet maintains an engaging atmosphere of potential crises.
Video games
fromGameSpot
3 weeks ago

12 Games Like Red Dead Redemption 2 To Get Lost In During 2025

Red Dead Redemption 2 is considered a generational game with unmatched attention to detail and experience.
#self-discovery
#romantic-comedy
fromVulture
1 month ago
Film

Too Much Recap: Pillow Talk

Before Sunrise emphasizes character development over typical romantic comedy montages to enhance emotional depth.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
Arts

Lena Dunham isn't trying to reinvent the rom-com. That's why 'Too Much' works

Jessica navigates a painful breakup in London, meeting Felix in a familiar yet engaging rom-com scenario.
Television
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 weeks ago

'Reasonable Doubt' cast teases what's ahead for season 3

Season three of "Reasonable Doubt" promises intense drama and new characters amidst ongoing legal battles and personal challenges.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

'High Potential' stars Judy Reyes and Javicia Leslie spill season 2 secrets

Season 2 of 'High Potential' features deeper character arcs, new rivalries, and unexpected twists.
fromVulture
1 month ago

Poker Face Took Patti Harrison on an 'Awesome and Horrifying' Ride

When Patti Harrison first shows up in Poker Face, it's with what protagonist Charlie Cale describes as "kid-sister, golden-retriever energy." Harrison's character Alex offers Charlie a patently disgusting butterscotch-pumpkin-mochaccino coffee, showcasing her awkward peppiness and sincere kindness. However, this facade is deceptive as Alex is actually the Iguana, the world’s best assassin, whose friendship with Charlie is a ploy to reach mob informant Beatrix Hasp, whom the Iguana assassinates in the season finale."
Poker
#crossover
fromIndieWire
1 month ago
Television

'It's Always Sunny's' Version of the 'Abbott Elementary' Crossover Delivers an Exceptional Payoff

fromIndieWire
1 month ago
Television

'It's Always Sunny's' Version of the 'Abbott Elementary' Crossover Delivers an Exceptional Payoff

Television
fromAnOther
1 month ago

Too Much: A Charmingly Old-School Romance from Lena Dunham

Too Much is a broader and more uncynical series that explores a romantic storyline between Jess and Felix in London.
fromVulture
1 month ago

And Just Like That ... Exists Beyond Life and Death

Kintsugi illustrates that art can embrace flaws, similar to the narrative twists in storytelling.
Video games
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Toad is such a little turd in Super Mario Strikers

Toad exhibits unexpected aggression in Super Mario Strikers, contrasting with his traditional role as a supportive character in the Mario franchise.
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Ironheart doesn't earn its big twist ending

Ironheart fails as a standalone story, struggling with tonal inconsistencies, overuse of product placement, and a reliance on franchise setup over narrative satisfaction. The finale introduces unsatisfactory twists.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Havoc by Rebecca Wait review a Saint Trinian's tragicomedy

St Anne's is a precarious girls' school where students confront chaos and eccentricity as new challenges arise.
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