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Save Us From Superheroes
The superhero is truly dead. What started out with a bang with Daredevil and Jessica Jones, ended with a whimper with Luke Cage and Iron Fist. And you only have yourselves to blame.
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Ocean’s 8: What a Way to Cap the Year of the Woman
The utter coolness of Ocean 8’s trailer is especially heightened because it comes in a year where the prevailing climate is being dictated by women.
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5 Reasons Why Wonder Woman 1984 Should Be on Your Weekend Watch List
If there’s one thing you should be doing this weekend, it should be watching Wonder Woman 1984. This a superhero film like no other – it’s peppered with nostalgia, romance, a sinister villainess, and of course, Gal Gadot’s effortless grace.
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Jessica Jones and the Superhuman Power of Female Anger
Jessica Jones is an eloquent portrait of female rage that makes you glad for the anger. The women aren’t merely outraged about the abuse they’ve faced. They’re furious about a whole spectrum of systemic injustice of which sexism is only the tip.
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From Natalie Portman to Billy Porter: Some Say, Some Slay on the Oscars Red Carpet
The Oscars Red Carpet was not as snooze-worthy as the ceremony. Billy Porter ditched the tuxedo yet again for a gold-feathered bodice and a ballgown skirt. But the real bold choice was made by Natalie Portman. Her stunning Dior black-and-gold cape gown was embroidered with the names of snubbed women directors.
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Why I Refuse to Watch Justice League
After ruining Superman for my little sister and making the travesty that was Suicide Squad, Zack Snyder expects me to pay for Justice League. He might as well rob me at gunpoint.
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Captain Marvel Review: A Reminder of Why We Fell in Love with the Avengers
Captain Marvel takes us back to the humble beginnings of the MCU, before we come to its operatic end. It’s a welcome palate-cleanser before the guaranteed plunge into the overstuffed chaos that Avengers: Endgame, releasing next month, will be.