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Blue Beetle – A Movie Review
Blue Beetle is a fun superhero movie that introduces a new character to the DC Extended Universe. The film follows Jaime Reyes (Xolo Maridueña),…
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Ahsoka – A Few Thoughts
In my opinion, Ahsoka Tano is the most well-rounded and complete character in the Star Wars canon. Since first appearing in 2008 as a…
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A Scary Thing Happened On TikTok
Brace yourselves …
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The Salt Grows Heavy by Cassandra Khaw – A Book Review
Cassandra Khaw’s The Salt Grows Heavy is a dark and twisted fairy tale that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.…
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A Note To Educators
As I write this, tomorrow is the first day of school for many teachers across the country, including for my wife and for many…
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Oppenheimer – A Movie Review
Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer is an epic biopic about the man who helped America develop the atomic bomb and end WWII. As one would expect,…
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Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny – A Movie Review
Even though Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny is a visually pleasing, action-packed adventure that keeps all the traditions of the previous films,…

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