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The End Is The Beginning
Mitch Albom’s imaginary tale of the afterlife, The Five People You Meet In Heaven, illuminates five lessons, bringing new meaning to living, dying, and purpose. The plot craftily zigzags between present and past. A true psychological suspense that leaves you wanting more of his stellar dialogue and less overwrought description.
By Stephanie J. Bradberry3 years ago in Critique
Against Stoic Psychologists
I am yet to find any psychology in this catalogue that has escaped the orbit of a wretched and diminished sense of ‘utility’. And utility for who? Not us! Not those who suffer under diagnostic criteria and are fed a new stoicism by psychologists unblemished by any historical context.
By T. M. Harrison3 years ago in Critique
“Giant” is a Jelly Donut
You have to chew through a lot of doughy footage in this movie before you get to the heart of it. And that heart is Jimmy Dean. Mumbling and awkward, Dean creates a character that goes deeper than the oil drill he labours over, making "Giant" digestible and ultimately delicious.
By Marie Wilson3 years ago in Critique
Only Murders in the Building. Runner-Up in Critique Challenge.
A show that seems more niche than it actually is, OMITB centers on true crime obsessives who become three unlikely amigos and start a podcast to solve a string of murders in their posh Manhattan building. Darkly hilarious and emotionally evocative with a brilliant cast, this series is a must-see.
By Megan Malcolm3 years ago in Critique
WandaVision
A Marvel Cinematic Universe show that was hugely popular and fun to watch, WandaVision presented a clever take on loss, grief, and the psychopathology of superhumans. However, the twist felt unearned, a "switcheroo" instead of a satisfying reveal, and Legion handled the same topics earlier and better, without any fanfare.
By Megan Malcolm3 years ago in Critique
War & Peace
The Russian word "mir" (peace) has another meaning - "world, society." While translating the novel's title as "War and Peace" is logical for juxtopposition, Tolstoy's main goal was to show how war affects the world. It is Natasha's love and life story in the context of war, peace, and society.
By Lana V Lynx3 years ago in Critique
Barbie: defining an epoch
Forget the hype, forget the feministic knee jerk, go see the movie. Barbie is a film about life, and the juxtaposition of reality and fantasy. It speaks to gender identity, growing up and the struggle to come to terms with existence. Future generations will recognize Barbie as defining an epoch.
By Raymond G. Taylor3 years ago in Critique
A Game of Thrones: A Critique
The "Game of Thrones" TV show series captivated audiences with its intricate politics and fantasy world, but its rushed final season disappointed fans who craved satisfying character arcs. The swift resolution of long-standing conflicts overshadowed the series' rich storytelling, leaving viewers wanting more coherence and depth in the concluding episodes.
By Emily Hart3 years ago in Critique
The Ambassadors
Two friends on mission to end division between Henry VIII and the Church of Rome. Holbein sends the message that no amount of wealth, power or education can prevent death; and no man, including the pope, had any power to stop the inevitable; Henry's decision to create his own church.
By Tammy Castleman3 years ago in Critique
Freud's "Totem and Taboo"
The significance to anthropology of Totem and Taboo in particular and Freud in general are immeasurable. His advent did not bring to anthropology what Darwin had brought to biology or what Einstein had gifted physics. However, his astute analysis provided anthropology with a richer focus and a more colourful disposition.
By Patrick M. Ohana3 years ago in Critique
