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Top 10 Films of Summer 2021

After much delay, the summer movie season finally returned in 2021 with a hybrid mix of theatrical, streaming, and day and date releases. We look at the top ten best movies the summer movie season had to offer.

PODCAST: Pop A La Carte #134 – Asian Dramas and The Suicide Squad

This week’s podcast goes through c-dramas, kdramas, Filipino dramas, Thai dramas… And The Suicide Squad.

A Return to Cons: In-Person Fan Conventions During COVID

Our contributor’s experience about returning to in-person cons once again, with this year’s Awesome Con in DC.

REVIEW: Motherland: Fort Salem – 2.10: “Revolution – Part 1”

In the season two finale, the Camarilla have invaded Fort Salem with the witch plague. It’s safe to say the army will never be the same.

REVIEW: Shang-Chi Marks A Unique & Refreshing Origin Story

Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings is an exceptional film that makes full use of director Destin Daniel Cretton’s unique perspective while having fun with the MCU formula.

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Disney’s ‘Cruella’ can be spotted on Disney+ Today!

Posted by Kelly Sarna on August 27, 2021 | No Comments
Disney+ subscribers! Darlings, your chance to see 'Cruella' has arrived!
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‘Motherland: Fort Salem’ Renewed for Third and Final Season!

Posted by Kelly Sarna on August 27, 2021 | No Comments
In bittersweet news right before the season 2 finale, Freeform's 'Motherland: Fort Salem' is renewed for a third and final season.
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Remaining Five Episodes of ‘Behind the Attraction’ To Debut on Disney+ This Week

Posted by Kathryn Mudgway on August 22, 2021 | No Comments
Every Disney Parks attraction you love has a story. Narrated by Paget Brewster, 'Behind the Attraction' tells the stories you don't know.
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REVIEW: Stargirl Season 2 Episode 2

Posted by Richard Fink on August 20, 2021 | No Comments
Stargirl Season 2 Episode 2 introduces a classic DC hero to the series, as well as teasing multiple threats that may overrun the JSA's resources.
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REVIEW: Motherland: Fort Salem – 2.09: “Mother of All, Mother of None”

Posted by Kelly Sarna on August 18, 2021 | No Comments
It's Nicte's story vs. Alder's in the penultimate episode of the season. But who's telling the truth and who will be alive in the end?
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REVIEW: Stargirl Season 2 Episode 1

Posted by Richard Fink on August 12, 2021 | No Comments
Much like Superman 2, Spider-Man 2, and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Stargirl Season 2 premiere sets up a second chapter that is more personal, darker, and will explore what those who become heroes sacrifice in order to stay heroes.
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REVIEW: Motherland: Fort Salem – 2.08: “Delusional”

Posted by Kelly Sarna on August 12, 2021 | No Comments
After dealing with the Camarilla, our unit thinks the work might simmer down. But not if Nicte can help it.
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REVIEW: The Suicide Squad – Being Bad Never Looked So Good

Posted by Richard Fink on August 11, 2021 | No Comments
The Suicide Squad is a major improvement on its processor in every way from character development, action, and soundtrack. Its theme of making up for past mistakes blends perfectly well with the wider meta-narrative of the DCEU.
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REVIEW: Motherland: Fort Salem – 2.07: “Irrevocable”

Posted by Kelly Sarna on August 4, 2021 | No Comments
It's a "save Raelle" mission in this episode of 'Motherland: Fort Salem.' But Raelle isn't the only witch that needs saving.
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WATCH: New Marvel Studios’ ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ Destiny Featurette

Posted by Kathryn Mudgway on August 1, 2021 | No Comments
This isn't the first time MCU fans were introduced to the Ten Rings organization. Don't forget to check out this new featurette and poster.
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REVIEW: Motherland: Fort Salem – 2.06: “My 3 Dads”

Posted by Kelly Sarna on July 29, 2021 | No Comments
It's a break from War College for our Bellweather unit! But of course there's even more work to be done for our witches. Thanks Camarilla!
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WATCH: Hulu’s ‘Only Murders in the Building’ Official Trailer

Posted by Kathryn Mudgway on July 28, 2021 | No Comments
Who killed Tim Kono? Hulu's 'Only Murders in the Building' will be available to stream next month. Welcome to The Arconia.
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Smallville: The Complete Series 20th Anniversary Edition Coming To Blu-Ray

Posted by Richard Fink on July 27, 2021 | No Comments
Smallville: The Complete Series is releasing for the first time on Blu-Ray to coincide with the series' 20th anniversary.
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PODCAST: Pop A La Carte #133 – The Marvelous World of Loki

Posted by Tatiana on July 27, 2021 | No Comments
This week's podcast focuses on Black Widow and Loki, as well as many trailers and the Olympics. Oh, and Space Jam 2.
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Comic-Con@Home ’21: ‘Doctor Who’ Series 13 Update

Posted by Kathryn Mudgway on July 26, 2021 | No Comments
New series, new cast photos, and a trailer. Here are some of the exciting drops from the 'Doctor Who' Comic-Con@Home 2021 virtual panel.
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REVIEW: Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins – A Smart Way To Restart a Franchise

Posted by Richard Fink on July 25, 2021 | No Comments
Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins is better than it has any right to be due to the strengths of the cast, and a strong script that makes this relatively mid-tier action movie into a fascinating franchise launcher and sort of the ideal summer movie.
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REVIEW: Motherland: Fort Salem – 2.05: “Brianna’s Favorite Pencil”

Posted by Kelly Sarna on July 21, 2021 | No Comments
It's equal parts hauntingly spooky and real world terrifying in this Halloween-related episode of Motherland: Fort Salem! Trick or Treat?
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Go Further Beyond The Veil With Disney’s ‘Behind the Attraction’

Posted by Kathryn Mudgway on July 17, 2021 | No Comments
Every attraction has a story. Some of it you know. Some of it you don't. Here's our (mostly) spoiler-free take on Disney's 'Behind the Attraction.'
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Archewell Productions + Netflix Developing Animated Series That Will Celebrate Women’s Stories & History

Posted by Kathryn Mudgway on July 15, 2021 | No Comments
Created by Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex, the show will primarily center around a 12-year-old girl's journey of self-discovery.
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WATCH: Disney’s ‘Behind the Attraction’ Official Trailer

Posted by Kathryn Mudgway on July 14, 2021 | No Comments
There are stories we know and stories we don't. Disney's 'Behind the Attraction' will be available to stream starting Wed., July 21st.
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