Tune in for Arthur’s two cents on Black Widow, the 24th movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the superhero franchise’s second female-led picture, and the first title to (finally!) give top billing to Scarlett Johansson as Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow. It was originally scheduled for a theatrical release on May 1, 2020, but COVID-19 left Disney … Continue reading 2 Cents Critic Podcast – Black Widow | Directed by Cate Shortland
2 Cents Critic Podcast – Disney+’s Loki
Tune in for Arthur’s take on Loki, the third Marvel Cinematic Universe show to stream on Disney+. It stars Tom Hiddleston as Loki, Owen Wilson as Mobius M. Mobius, Sophia Di Martino as Sylvie, Gugu Mbatha-Raw as Ravonna Renslayer, Wunmi Mosaku as Hunter B-15, and Tara Strong as Miss Minutes, with Michael Waldron (Rick and … Continue reading 2 Cents Critic Podcast – Disney+’s Loki
2 Cents Critic Podcast – Silver Tears by Camilla Läckberg
Tune in to hear Arthur rhapsodize about Silver Tears by Camilla Läckberg, her spellbinding sequel to The Golden Cage (which I highly recommend you read before listening to the general review, since it spoils major plot points in TGC). Let’s just bow down to the Faye Adelheim supremacy, all right? https://open.spotify.com/episode/6TvGiyVVh7ANzmxiNPiR5O?si=ofDsvS3tT1mDOiJgxeFvUQ
My 2 Cents on Apple TV+’s Finch
What’s new, everyone? Apple TV+ has just dropped a movie that mixes WALL-E, Cast Away, Chappie, and Turner & Hooch while taking a route through the buddy road trip genre: Finch, the post-apocalyptic science-fiction flick starring Tom Hanks as eponymous inventor Finch Weinberg, who is trying to survive in a near-future world that was devastated by solar flares leaking through … Continue reading My 2 Cents on Apple TV+’s Finch
2 Cents Critic Podcast – Pixar’s Luca | Directed by Enrico Casarosa
Tune in for Arthur’s opinions on Luca, Pixar’s 24th film (but not before he momentarily digresses at the beginning to touch on his faulty Wi-Fi that had most likely been caused by the Pacific Northwest heat wave, followed by the matter of that garbage bag Bill Cosby being released from prison). Directed by Enrico Casarosa … Continue reading 2 Cents Critic Podcast – Pixar’s Luca | Directed by Enrico Casarosa
My 2 Cents on a Trio of Queer Contemporary Romance Novels
What’s new, everyone? Contemporary romances are slowly but surely becoming increasingly inclusive, particularly in regard to the rainbow 🏳️🌈. Of course, we still have major steps to take, like creating a rom-com that stars a trans lead. Nonetheless, I’m glad to keep reading more and more queer romances that are as enjoyable as their cishet counterparts. … Continue reading My 2 Cents on a Trio of Queer Contemporary Romance Novels
2 Cents Critic Podcast – Skyhunter by Marie Lu
Tune in for Arthur’s thoughts on Skyhunter by Marie Lu (Legend, Warcross, The Young Elites). An 18-year-old mute soldier, a despotic government that controls an army of genetically engineered beasts, a viscerally post-apocalyptic backdrop, and more can be found in this refreshing and action-packed take on the dystopian YA genre. https://open.spotify.com/episode/4JAHNwi7eV6BWYsSgk1Tcj?si=eYadpnYNQhSsbPFzYOKWnA
2 Cents Critic Podcast – The Ex Talk by Rachel Lynn Solomon
Talk, the Seattle-set rom-com novel by Rachel Lynn Solomon (Today Tonight Tomorrow). Enemies-to-lovers, workplace romance, fake dating, public radio, a dog named Steve Rogers—all of that and more can be found in this delightful romantic comedy. https://open.spotify.com/episode/3iB6vVvKY3yR4GpxVBBlGP?si=AF_nErPERqi-rf2GQwegzw
2 Cents Critic Podcast – Wonder Woman 1984 | Directed by Patty Jenkins
Tune in for Arthur’s review of Wonder Woman 1984, a movie that he desperately wanted to love to no avail. This bloated and listless DCEU misfire is directed by Patty Jenkins (Monster, 2017’s Wonder Woman) and stars Gal Gadot as Diana Prince/Wonder Woman, Chris Pine as Steve Trevor, Kristen Wiig as Barbara Minerva/Cheetah, and Pedro … Continue reading 2 Cents Critic Podcast – Wonder Woman 1984 | Directed by Patty Jenkins
2 Cents Critic Podcast – Five Queer Must-Reads for Young Adults
What’s new, everyone? On the 2 Cents Critic podcast, check out this episode on five queer books for the young adult audience. • Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz • What If It’s Us by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera • Cinderella Is Dead by Kalynn Bayron • … Continue reading 2 Cents Critic Podcast – Five Queer Must-Reads for Young Adults
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