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Most recently published stories in Critique.

Moby Dick
A disgusting whaler on a whaler cannot accept his defeat to a so-called beast, when the only beast was, is and will always be him and his kind.
By Patrick M. Ohana3 years ago in Critique
The Bible
In all fairness, the Bible is the only book of the trilogy I’ve read. Mostly because the beginning is a recap of the first. I have not read the third book, mainly because I wasn’t terribly impressed with the Bible. Lots of continuity errors. Also, the book clubs get weird.
By Atomic Historian3 years ago in Critique
50 Critics: Hercules
As the spinoff the iconic Xena: Warrior Princess, Hercules: The Legendary Journeys is as equally entertaining with its sense of ancient history storytelling mixed in with a great sense of humor. Leading man Kevin Sorbo does a great job as the show’s head of an action packed, fantasy based series.
By Joe Patterson3 years ago in Critique
Coraline
Coraline's a dark fantastical tale of a nine-year-old's adventure into an alternative world almost identical to her own. A horror story for adults and children alike.
By Rachael MacDonald3 years ago in Critique
Woodstock!. Top Story - August 2023.
In America’s psychedelic era, when sex, drugs and freewill reigned supreme, a musical plateau was reached and recognized. It was called Woodstock!
By Lamar Wiggins3 years ago in Critique
50 Critics: The Originals
If you wanted to craft the perfect vampire series that wasn’t just a frightful blood fest of action then you would’ve crafted the Netflix series The Originals. This series is perfect example of full potential of what others vampire franchises like the Twilight Saga should have done but didn’t do.
By Joe Patterson3 years ago in Critique
Jurassic Park
Stephen Spielberg's 1993 Jurassic Park took move-goers on a prehistoric thrill ride. In classic Spielberg fashion, special effects, realistic creatures and terrifying action didn't disappoint. Intriguing plot twists kept us on edge, but a-typical writing made it a well-funded creature feature that's still a "must-see" for audiences of all ages.
By Veronica Coldiron3 years ago in Critique
Licorice Pizza
Not edible, even if you thought it sounded good. Easily digested, however. Most people simply devour it in their favorite genres.
By Randy Wayne Jellison-Knock3 years ago in Critique
Grey’s Anatomy
The story of interns to chiefs, learning that even doctors are human. Life lessons and quotes, a plane crash, and shooting. These characters are my family, and I miss McDreamy and McSteamy, of course Yang. I can't watch the Covid season; it brings me PTSD. Shonda knows how to write.
By Jazzy 3 years ago in Critique
Albert Camus - The Outsider
This book holds a mirror to the lies humanity creates about nihilism. It has a feral honesty which the Hemmingway-esque prose underscores.
By Caroline Jane3 years ago in Critique
A woman, destroyed: a review of "The Vegetarian" by Han Kang
The vegetarian is a novel by the South-Korean author Han Kang, published in 2007 and set in modern-day Seoul. The protagonist of the story is Yeong-hye, a young part-time graphic artist and housewife who decides to become vegetarian after a dream. This choice deteriorates her relationship with her husband until they divorce, and it evolves to the point where she is willing to become an actual plant.
By Simona Rosso3 years ago in Critique
Avatar: The Way of Water
Jake Sully and Ney'tiri have formed a family and are doing everything to stay together. However, they must leave their home and explore the regions of Pandora. When an ancient threat resurfaces, Jake must fight a difficult war against humans.
By kathy rich3 years ago in Critique