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Anakin and Padmé's Prequel Romance Was Star Wars' Boldest Move
Despite its flaws, the Skywalker-Amidala love story's earnest melodrama is a vital, perhaps lost, element of the saga.
Polygon's "Spicy Takes Cookout" Delivers Fiery Opinions on Games and More
The publication challenges conventional wisdom on everything from gaming longevity to the merits of the latest blockbuster films.
Baldur's Gate 3's Queer Representation Falls Short for Some Lesbian Stories
While the RPG offers celebrated queer characters, a critic argues mainstream games still neglect nuanced lesbian narratives.
Cape Fear Episode 6 Delivers a Hilarious and Unhinged Acid Trip
The latest installment of the Apple TV+ thriller, 'Possum,' blends camp, dread, and gonzo action to put the series back on track.
Why Dwayne Johnson's Jumanji Films Surpass the Original
A closer look reveals the strengths of the modern Jumanji franchise over its 1995 predecessor.
Cool Down With These 9 Ice-Cold Video Games
When the summer heat becomes unbearable, these frosty digital worlds offer a chilling escape.
Witch Hunter Robin: How a 24-Year-Old Anime Redefined Fantasy Storytelling
Twenty-four years after its debut, Sunrise's Witch Hunter Robin remains an overlooked gem for its mature, grounded approach to magic and bureaucracy.
Uwe Boll's Latest Film, 'Citizen Vigilante,' Deemed Racist, Incoherent, and Painfully Dull
Director Uwe Boll returns with an anti-immigration action film that is as inept as it is abhorrent.
Extreme Heat is Making Video Games Unplayable
Rising global temperatures are causing record-breaking heatwaves, impacting everything from personal comfort to hardware functionality.