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About Me

A mid-stage millennial who's been fascinated by pop culture since before he can remember, and is dedicated to untangle the mess that it can often be. My opinions are mine and mine alone, and I try to make sure they are as well-researched and understandable as humanly possible. Because there's enough confusion that I have no interest adding to.

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Month: May 2014

The Normal Heart: Heavy on Topic, Light On Story
Television

The Normal Heart: Heavy on Topic, Light On Story

HBO’s The Normal Heart stands strongest as a statement of purpose than an actual narrative piece, and considering the topic … Continue reading The Normal Heart: Heavy on Topic, Light On Story

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Maya Rudolph’s Valiant Variety Show Effort
Television

Maya Rudolph’s Valiant Variety Show Effort

Back in the 70s, there was a genre of television that was enormously popular, the kind of program you would gather … Continue reading Maya Rudolph’s Valiant Variety Show Effort

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The Amazing Spider-Man 2 Should’ve Been A Romantic Comedy
Movies

The Amazing Spider-Man 2 Should’ve Been A Romantic Comedy

It became clear early in my viewing of The Amazing Spider-Man 2 that I was going to be annoyed whenever Andrew Garfield and … Continue reading The Amazing Spider-Man 2 Should’ve Been A Romantic Comedy

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The Michael Jackson Hologram at the Billboard Music Awards Was A Disaster
Awards Season, Music

The Michael Jackson Hologram at the Billboard Music Awards Was A Disaster

I won’t bother recapping the 2014 Billboard Music Awards because, frankly, they don’t matter much. I figure the only reason … Continue reading The Michael Jackson Hologram at the Billboard Music Awards Was A Disaster

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Two Sailor Moons? The Original Series Is Back and Uncensored, But What About The Remake?
Anime

Two Sailor Moons? The Original Series Is Back and Uncensored, But What About The Remake?

Viz Media announced today that they will be licensing the original Sailor Moon franchise in North America for the first time in … Continue reading Two Sailor Moons? The Original Series Is Back and Uncensored, But What About The Remake?

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“You Don’t Know What To Do” Is Mariah Carey’s Best Song In Years
Music

“You Don’t Know What To Do” Is Mariah Carey’s Best Song In Years

“Elusive Chanteuse” Mariah Carey premiered a new song on The Today Show this morning, and it has completely revived my belief in … Continue reading “You Don’t Know What To Do” Is Mariah Carey’s Best Song In Years

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It’s Time To Cancel Grey’s Anatomy
Television

It’s Time To Cancel Grey’s Anatomy

Last night, Grey’s Anatomy said goodbye to Cristina Yang, played by the brilliant Sandra Oh (who is still inexplicably without an Emmy). Showing … Continue reading It’s Time To Cancel Grey’s Anatomy

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Beyoncé Releases Elevator Fight Statement
Hot Mess, Scandals

Beyoncé Releases Elevator Fight Statement

May the shady memes cease and worshipping resume: Beyoncé has spoken. The pop superstar released a statement with husband Jay … Continue reading Beyoncé Releases Elevator Fight Statement

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