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THE MARVELOUS MRS. MAISEl Season 5 | RENFIELD | SICK OF MYSELF

Visual Media Overlord • 78 implied HN points • 14 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture TV shows Movies Music
  1. THE MARVELOUS MRS. MAISEL Season 5 wraps up the show with a satisfying finale and focuses on character growth and relationships.
  2. RENFIELD is a fun modern monster tale with impressive performances but with some flaws, still worth a watch for entertainment.
  3. SICK OF MYSELF is a dark comedy masterpiece exploring society's obsession with fame and attention, a must-watch for fans of black comedy.

Your Dreams Should Stay There

Everything's Broken • 78 implied HN points • 13 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture TV shows Nostalgia Sci-fi Critique Fandom
  1. The latest episode of Star Trek Picard disappoints Star Trek fans by resorting to ham-fisted nostalgia and clumsy writing.
  2. The show takes a disappointing turn by disregarding its own canon and insulting the intelligence of the viewers.
  3. Star Trek Picard fails to maintain consistency with its past seasons and insults the core concepts of the Star Trek universe.

Reviews for July 2023

Record Crash • 78 implied HN points • 02 Aug 23
🎭️ Culture Reviews Movies TV shows
  1. Reviews for July 2023 cover multiple movies, TV shows, video games, and a gen-alpha YouTube show.
  2. The show 'The Sopranos' faced criticism for inconsistent character arcs and episode-level control.
  3. The game 'Ghost Trick' received high praise for its original gameplay and plot twists.
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We Have To Go Back

Paroxysms • 179 implied HN points • 10 Sep 22
🎭️ Culture TV shows Digitalization
  1. Survival narratives often create 'capsule worlds' where characters face existential challenges and must compete for survival against each other or the environment.
  2. Time loop narratives, like in 'Palm Springs,' emphasize the gamified and existential dynamics within a confined temporal space, highlighting the repetition and lack of lasting significance of actions.
  3. The concept of hyperreality and gamified logics in storytelling reflect a shift towards a digitally mediated world where immediate rewards and self-gratification dominate, impacting human intimacy and social norms.

The Best People in PR

Dunnstack • 58 implied HN points • 27 Feb 23
💼 Business PR Leadership TV shows
  1. PR matters and can change everything - like a movement!
  2. Having a great PR team is crucial for success, they craft the message, pitch to journalists, and bring attention.
  3. Taylor Sheridan is a talented TV creator and writer, with shows like 1923 and Tulsa King.

COMING SOON: Comancheria

Kvetch • 50 implied HN points • 25 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture History Literature Film TV shows Entertainment
  1. The rise and fall of the Comanches as a people with their own unique culture and history, and how they clashed with other civilizations over vast lands in violent tribulations.
  2. The portrayal of the Comanche people in the historical epic _Comancheria_ will be morally complex, with a mix of heroes, villains, and grey areas, similar to other historical dramas like _Vikings_.
  3. The outlined episodes for the show _Comancheria_ will cover the rise of Comancheria, conflicts with other groups, interactions with historical figures like Robert Neighbors, Buffalo Soldiers, and events like the Chivington Massacre, providing a detailed and encompassing view of the Comanche history.

Ted Lasso & Smigus Dyngus

The Chase • 39 implied HN points • 07 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture TV shows Traditions Music Books
  1. The term Smigus Dyngus is an obscure inside joke that the author's family has used for years.
  2. Smigus Dyngus is a centuries-old pagan tradition from Central Europe involving soaking young women with water on Easter Monday.
  3. Today, Smigus Dyngus has evolved into a more gender-inclusive water fight tradition in many places around the world.

Rogue One and Andor are the Only Two Great Star Wars Properties Made Since the OT

Innovation Nation • 39 implied HN points • 29 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Movies TV shows Science fiction Entertainment
  1. Rogue One and Andor are considered the best Star Wars properties made since the Original Trilogy.
  2. Rogue One offers a dark, gritty, and emotionally moving story in the Star Wars universe.
  3. Andor provides a deep dive into the birth of the rebellion against the empire, showcasing determination and grit.

Getting Out on a High Note

SatPost by Trung Phan • 100 implied HN points • 27 May 23
🎭️ Culture TV shows Movies Art Comedy Entertainment
  1. Jerry Seinfeld, Steve Martin, and Quentin Tarantino exemplify the power of walking away at their peak in creative careers.
  2. Knowing when to leave a creative endeavor can lead to a more impactful and successful body of work.
  3. The concept of 'getting out on a high note' aligns with the peak-end rule in psychology, emphasizing the importance of peaks and endings in influencing memories.

another newsletter? in this economy?

an email from eugene • 59 implied HN points • 10 Aug 22
🎭️ Culture Tech Books TV shows Social media Conversation
  1. People are craving more control over what they see on social media; they want a way to subscribe to content they care about and interact meaningfully.
  2. Maintaining a personal website is seen as a work in progress rather than a polished final product; it's like tending to an 'online garden' to shape identity and share thoughts.
  3. Encouraging dialogue and conversation through newsletters is important; it's about sparking interactions and meaningful exchanges rather than passive engagement.

Why doesn't Masters of the Air work?

Kvetch • 19 implied HN points • 17 Mar 24
🎭️ Culture TV shows War Entertainment History Cinematography
  1. Stories about bombers might feel repetitive and confining, making it challenging to create engaging content.
  2. Creating great television like 'Band of Brothers' sets a high bar that is difficult to match.
  3. The challenges of portraying the realities of war, character development, and moral dilemmas in 'Masters of the Air' result in some storytelling and thematic issues.

Succession: Shiv Misunderstood

Kvetch • 55 implied HN points • 04 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture TV shows Gender Roles Generational Dynamics Character analysis Social Commentary
  1. Shiv from Succession is often misunderstood by fans who compare her to characters like Skyler White.
  2. The show Succession doesn't portray its flawed protagonists as entirely dislikeable, instead revering them in their complexities.
  3. The series explores themes of power, succession, and generational dynamics through the lens of dysfunctional relationships and characters' sexual expressions.

“Superstore” Is A Pro-Labor Classic

JoeWrote • 22 implied HN points • 15 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture TV shows Labor Rights Social Commentary
  1. Superstore is a show that portrays the struggles and realities of America's minimum wage workers, highlighting issues like low pay and being treated as expendable by corporate bosses.
  2. The character Jonah in Superstore represents the guilty white liberal, contrasting with majority-POC working-class characters who are more accustomed to exploitation. The show tackles themes like union busting and the use of undocumented workers to suppress labor rights.
  3. Superstore goes beyond the typical narrative of workplace sitcoms by delving into serious topics like exploitation, deportation threats, and the harsh realities of capitalism, making it a pro-labor classic.

Keep The Home Fries Burning

Murder, She Cooked • 19 implied HN points • 05 Apr 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking TV shows
  1. Virtual reality club for Murder, She Wrote fans with free monthly episode guides and recipes
  2. Join Cabot Cove Club with assigned show characters and extra perks for paying subscribers
  3. Episode summary: Restaurant opening causes chaos with themed dishes, health issues, and Jessica's culinary detective skills

Notes from the Week - Week 26

Notes in the Margins • 19 implied HN points • 02 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Health & Wellness TV shows Books
  1. Health and well-being can be greatly affected by stress, illness, and change, highlighting the importance of self-compassion.
  2. The behavior of certain tech figures can reflect larger issues within the industry, particularly in terms of privilege and lack of diversity.
  3. Finding inspiration in positive examples like Ted Lasso can remind us that there is still goodness and fun in the world.

A non regeneration regeneration story

The Author Is Dumb • 4 implied HN points • 29 Dec 23
🎭️ Culture TV shows Entertainment Media
  1. In Doctor Who, the concept of regeneration allowed for the show's longevity by enabling recasting and cancellation simultaneously.
  2. Each Doctor in Doctor Who brings a departure from the previous one, creating a new show with a separate identity each time.
  3. The show's ability to reinvent itself through regeneration is unique and something only Doctor Who can continuously do.

Percy Jackson and Dr. Death are Hits, But We Might Have One of the Biggest Streaming Misses of All Time

The Entertainment Strategy Guy • 0 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture TV shows Streaming Entertainment Movies Streaming platforms
  1. Christmas time is an important period for streaming platforms to attract new viewers.
  2. Disney's 'Percy Jackson' is a big hit on Disney+, showing strong viewership numbers and audience interest.
  3. Peacock's 'Dr. Death' may not have as high viewership as 'Percy Jackson,' but it's still a win for the platform, especially with its NFL streaming success.

The Jan 2024 Renewals, Cancellations, Un-Orders and Removals Update

The Entertainment Strategy Guy • 0 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Entertainment Streaming TV shows
  1. Shows like Black Mirror and Squid Game: The Challenge have been renewed for new seasons on Netflix.
  2. My Life With the Walter Boys and Reacher were renewed on streaming services like Netflix and Prime Video.
  3. Long-running shows like Blue Bloods and Curb Your Enthusiasm are ending their runs after multiple successful seasons.

Your Mid-Week Experiment

The Experiment • 0 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Movies TV shows Comedy Books Essays
  1. The writer shared diverse media recommendations like movies, comedy specials, and TV shows.
  2. Discussion on attention as prayer, an upcoming speaking engagement, and the Democratic Party's identity crisis.
  3. Reviews and analysis of various media content like books, essays, and movies were included.

who was on judge mathis yesterday? #277

bitches gotta eat! • 0 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture TV shows Fashion Social Issues Entertainment Humor
  1. The episode of Judge Mathis featured a case where a woman sued her friend for breach of contract over a party organizing business.
  2. The plaintiff and defendant had differing views on the breakup party and what was agreed upon, leading to a humorous dispute in court.
  3. The ruling by Judge Mathis favored the plaintiff due to discrepancies between what was promised and what was delivered for the party.

Four Big TV Shows End Their Runs, Plus Avatar: The Way of Water Opens Big

The Entertainment Strategy Guy • 0 implied HN points • 07 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Movies TV shows Streaming Entertainment industry Pop culture
  1. The Streaming Ratings Report covers popular streaming TV shows and movies from 29th May to 11th June 2023.
  2. The success of theatrical releases like 'Avatar: The Way of Water' on streaming platforms shows the impact of cinema releases on viewership.
  3. Several major TV series, including 'Succession' and 'Ted Lasso,' ended their runs in May 2023.

12 Charts For Nielsen's “Tops of 2022” Lists

The Entertainment Strategy Guy • 0 implied HN points • 22 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture TV shows Streaming Movies Data Analysis Entertainment industry
  1. The top shows and films of 2022 reveal a dominance by Netflix in original content.
  2. Netflix has been increasing production of their own original content over the years, securing big hits like Stranger Things.
  3. Disney dominates the film charts with popular kids content, like Zootopia and Frozen, showing a trend towards family-friendly movies.

who was on judge mathis yesterday? #260

bitches gotta eat! • 0 implied HN points • 07 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture TV shows Entertainment Social media Comedy
  1. The post is a comedic recap of a Judge Mathis episode featuring a dispute between two former friends over unpaid loans and a canceled trip.
  2. Theresa claimed that Nicole, her friend from work, borrowed and didn't repay almost $4,000, while Nicole claimed that Theresa was annoying and clingy.
  3. In the end, the judge ruled in favor of Theresa, highlighting the risks of lending substantial sums to someone you recently met.

Over 140 of the Biggest TV Show Flops, Bombs and Misses for the Second Half of 2022

The Entertainment Strategy Guy • 0 implied HN points • 15 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture TV shows Streaming Entertainment industry Celebrities Streaming platforms
  1. The post lists over 140 TV show flops, bombs, and misses for the second half of 2022.
  2. The analysis covers multiple streaming platforms, highlighting notable failures and disappointments.
  3. Shows from various networks like HBO Max, Disney+, Paramount+, Netflix, Hulu, and Apple TV+ are mentioned for their underperformance.