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Imaginary Friends Movie Preview

Imaginary Friends, or IF, is a 2024 film that features Ryan Reynolds and friends as they voice various imaginary friends.

Imaginary Friends or IF is an upcoming film starring Cailey Fleming and Ryan Reynolds. It is directed and written by John Krasinski.  The film follows Bea a young girl who discovers she can see imaginary friends as a coping mechanism to deal with events occurring in her life. After several events, she discovers that her strange neighbor The Man Upstairs can also see them. Together, the duo begin…

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The Smashing Success Of Hazbin Hotel Season One

It's a happy day in Hell as we review the success of the first season of the newest adult animated show, Hazbin Hotel!

Hazbin Hotel is a brand new adult animated musical on Prime Video that concluded its first season on Thursday, February 1st. Created by Vivienne Medrano, it features a colorful cast of characters to follow the lovable Princess of Hell, Charlie Morningstar (Erika Henningsen), as she tries to rehabilitate demons to save them from the yearly extermination from Heaven. However, it’s not going very…

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The Double-Edge Sword Of The Multiverse

Will the Multiverse be the savior of the superhero genre or a weight that drags it down?

The superhero genre is ever-changing and ever-evolving. It began in the books, and that success elevated to live-action interpretation. The films had many forms of success: making loads of money, putting new spins on classic characters, and giving lesser-known heroes a spotlight. And fans and critics loved it. But now, that is getting stale. The strategy is to make the live-action form get back…

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13 Valuable Life Lessons We Can Learn from CW’s ‘Riverdale’

#Riverdale has been teaching us some important lessons!

Photo Source: IMDB The reboot of the Archie comics as a live-action and angsty drama is now in its second season, and has surprised critics with its heavy plot lines and emotional depth. Like many TV teen dramas, “Riverdale” goes the extra mile to make sure each episode brings plenty of teachable moments as well as bullies, mean girls, cruel reversals, clueless parents, and romantic…

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TGON Reads On Several Apps

Since we're spending a lot more time inside, we've been looking for more ways to find new books to read.

Since we’re spending a lot more time inside right now, I’ve been looking for more ways to find new books to read. Unfortunately, the library near my house is closed right now and I simply can’t spend hours in a bookstore looking for ideas. So, I’ve been exploring a few options for getting the latest books online. Here’s some ideas.Net GalleyNet Galley is my favorite place to get new books. The…

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Captain America: Winter Soldier-Turning Point For The MCU

Ten years ago, Captain America: the Winter Soldier shook up the status quo of the MCU. RJ Writing Ink gives his thoughts on it in retrospect.

A Fan’s Retrospective on the 10th Anniversary of Captain America: Winter Soldier In 2011, I saw my first MCU film with my dad, Captain America: The First Avenger. Afterward, as we left the theater and discussed what we liked, I told my dad, “He’s not dead, you know. Bucky, I mean.” Having read the comic books and databases for years beforehand, I knew that Bucky Barnes wasn’t dead despite his…

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TGON Reads ~ Siege And Storm By Leigh Bardugo The Grishaverse Book 2 Shadow And Bone Trilogy

If you missed the last TGON Reads Morgan G. Cairns review on The Prisoner’s Throne, you can find it here. If you missed my review of book one in the Shadow and Bone trilogy, Shadow and Bone, you can find it here. Hey everyone! I am back with a new review for book two in the Shadow and Bone trilogy, Siege and Storm by Leigh Bardugo. This is a trilogy I am reading with my sister-in-law. I love my…

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Otome Explained

Do you crave romance? Do you love video games? If yes to both, then allow us to explain our mild obsession with Otome games.

Hello, lovebirds. With Valentine’s Day long gone, do you still crave romance? Do you love video games? If yes to both, then allow me to explain my mild obsession with Otome games.  Growing up, I played mainstream games like Pokémon, Super Mario, and Kirby, but I was obsessed with Otome games, known as dating simulators. What is an Otome game, you ask? Allow me to explain. Like visual novels, an…

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What to Expect from the DCU

Gunn has assembled a writer’s room and has announced many DCU projects around a year ago with a few of them coming very soon.

Screencap By John Dunkerley, Taken from Offical DC Youtube Channel, Copyright Warner Bros With the new year, comes the arrival of the new DC film universe, or the DCU as it has been called. After the prior DCEU had flamed out, especially after last year when almost every film from it flopped, James Gunn and his producing partner Peter Safran have arrived to reboot everything and create a new…

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Neighbours - Ramsay Street Round-Up

Catch up with all the latest Neighbours gossip with this week's Ramsay Street Round-up!

I didn’t think I had all that much to write about this week because my mind is being dominated by one story in particular, but actually, now that I’m here, there are a few other things I need to get off my chest. Chelsea Stoops To An All-Time Low Is there no end to the depths to which this evil goblin woman will stoop? Not content with killing Krista’s baby, now she’s trying to force Krista to…

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10 TV Shows You Should Watch, Rewatch, and Watch Again!

Love television? Here's a list of ten great shows you should watch, rewatch, and watch again!

In a time when society is constantly bombarded with exciting new media, the thought of rewatching an entire television series may seem daunting. While some people believe this to be an epic waste of time, others really enjoy it. Personally, I’m an avid believer in watching and rewatching great television. There’s something almost magical in the experience. Not only do I get to revisit a world and…

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Why the Writing in the Netflix Live Action Avatar Doesn’t Work

The new Netflix Avatar: The Last Airbender has some major writing flaws I wanted to explore in this comparison review of both shows.

As a massive fan of the original animated Avatar: The Last Airbender or ATLA, I was cautious with the release of the new live action series. Ever since the release of the  M. Night Shyamalan movie from 2010, many fans were worried when Netflix announced the new series a few years back. However, the original creators, Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko were involved in the production…

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Joker: Folie à Deux - A Wholesome Spin On A Twisted Love Story

Warner Bros. released the official teaser trailer for Joker 2 and fans and newcomers alike adore the pairing of Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga

 In 2019, Joaquin Phoenix’s portrayal of the Joker was different from any version of the Batman villain we have seen. His role in 2019’s Joker won Phoenix an Oscar for Best Actor in a Leading Role and set the stage for a much darker version of the Clown King of Crime. So, when Lady Gaga was cast in 2022 as Harley Quinn for Joker 2, now titled Joker: Folie à Deux, fans were equally excited to see…

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From Casual to Competitive: Transform Your Gameplay with Esports Stats

In this guide, we dive deep into how leveraging these stats can elevate your gameplay from casual to competitive.

As the gaming industry continues to flourish, many players are transitioning from casual gameplay to the competitive arenas of esports. The leap might seem vast, but a key element in bridging this gap lies in understanding and utilizing esports stats.  These statistics are not just numbers; they embody the strategies, strengths, and weaknesses not only of individual players but also of teams as…

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The Gaming Industry is Stepping Up its Game?

The new year has come with dozens of new games. Could this mean the gaming industry is stepping up its game? See why here!

Images from the Official Steam Store. By Matthew Hughs During the first month and a half of 2024, the gaming industry has seen dozens of new game releases, which is many more than the norm in years past. Several of these newly release games have also become extremely popular, achieving heights that the game developers didn’t even think possible; Palworld is the greatest example of this, but…

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"Hercules and The Amazon Women" - A Movie Analysis

Did you know the 90's series #Hercules got its start from this movie?

In the 1990’s, a hit television series got its start from a mini-series of movies that preceded the show. A show filled with action, adventure, romance, humor, and a pinch of good quality sound advice. Mix that all together and you’re in for a treat! Fortunately, the movies live up to the show – same cast and same creators. It’s about a legend from Greek folktales named Hercules…”Hercules: The…

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