The Sunday Edition - Jul 9, 2023
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Movies, Easter eggs, Lord of the Rings, Nimona

‘Nimona’ Offers Little Easter Eggs for ‘Lord of the Rings’ Fans

Charlotte Aldrich as Young Gloreth in Nimona

ND Stevenson is a major Lord of the Rings fan, so it's not surprising that Nimona has some Lord of the Rings references.

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TV, Ahsoka show, Ahsoka Tano, Andor, Rebels, Star Wars (franchise), Star Wars Rebels

Why You Should Watch ‘Star Wars Rebels’ Before ‘Ahsoka’ Premieres

The crew of the Ghost in Star Wars rebels, including Ezra Bridger, Kanan Jarrus, Hera Syndulla, Sabine Wren, Garazeb Orrelious, and Chopper

Audiences are used to franchises like Star Wars having shout-outs and references built into every new piece of media released.

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Big on the Internet, social media, Tumblr, Twitter

Tumblr Continues to Be the Best Social Media Site in a Sea of Internet Chaos

Lisa struggles to understand her father's browsing habits.

Why use one of these new alternatives when you can just go back to your girl-blogging days? (I never left).

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News, music industry, Taylor Swift

‘Speak Now’ Sounds Better in Taylor’s Version

Taylor Swift performs in Arlington, Texas as part of the 'Eras' tour

There's something extremely cathartic about being able to revisit your teenage self's output for a do-over.

The post ‘Speak Now’ Sounds Better in Taylor’s Version appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Books, book bans, e-books, Mississippi

Mississippi Book Banning Law Causes All Kids To Lose Access to Public Library E-Books, Audiobooks Across the State

Stack of books on table against bookshelves at a library

A Mississippi book-banning law will prevent all minors from accessing public library e-books, audiobooks, and maybe even library cards.

The post Mississippi Book Banning Law Causes All Kids To Lose Access to Public Library E-Books, Audiobooks Across the State appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, Asian Representation, Bridesmaids, Joy Ride (2023)

The Problem With Calling ‘Joy Ride’ an ‘Asian Bridesmaids’

Stephanie Hsu, Sherry Cola, Ashley Park, and Sabrina Wu in 'Joy Ride'.

Joy Ride and Bridesmaids maybe have two things in common, so we need to stop making such blanket comparisons between them.

The post The Problem With Calling ‘Joy Ride’ an ‘Asian Bridesmaids’ appeared first on The Mary Sue.

TV, And Just Like That…, hate-watching, Sex and the City

Who Does ‘And Just Like That…’ Hate More: Itself or Its Audience?

And Just Like That main cast.

Why is this show so hell-bent on humiliating everyone?

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Movies, Mission Impossible, Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning, review, Tom Cruise

Tom Cruise Brings the Action in the Exhilarating ‘Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One’

Hayley Atwell and Tom Cruise in 'Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One’.

While it doesn't reach the highs of Fallout, Dead Reckoning Part One is a thrilling entry into the franchise.

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Movies, Deadpool 3, Elektra, Jennifer Garner

Let Jennifer Garner Redeem Herself in ‘Deadpool 3’

Jennifer Garner as Elektra in 'Elektra'.

Time to break out the old Evanescence albums!

The post Let Jennifer Garner Redeem Herself in ‘Deadpool 3’ appeared first on The Mary Sue.

TV, Apple TV+, silo

Now That ‘Silo’s Over, Are We Getting More ‘Silo’?

Rebecca Ferguson in the down deep as Juliette in Apple TV+'s 'Silo'

Are we getting a season 2 of Silo, or have we been sent out to clean?

The post Now That ‘Silo’s Over, Are We Getting More ‘Silo’? appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Comics, Hide From Homepage, manga, One Piece, Shonen Jump

Where and How To Read the ‘One Piece’ Manga

the cast of one piece

Are you considering ... piracy? We have an alternative.

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Big on the Internet, history, Shein, Tik Tok

Artist Gives Shein’s Factory Propaganda the Takedown It Deserves

Triangle Shirtwaist Influencer on Tik Tok

Inspired by the ridiculous PR stunt, one TikTok user reminds us of another fashion company that also went through some bad press.

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News, Britney Spears, NBA, security, violence against women

Britney Spears Says She Hasn’t Even Gotten an Apology After Violent Incident With a Security Guard

A close-up of Britney Spears smiling

Spears tweeted that she has yet to get a public apology from the player, the team, or the security guard.

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Movies & TV, Harrison Ford, Indiana Jones, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, Star Wars: The Force Awakens

‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny’ Reused This ‘Force Awakens’ Plotline

Indiana Jones and Helena in Dial of Destiny

Comparisons between the newest Indiana Jones film and the Star Wars sequel trilogy were inevitable.

The post ‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny’ Reused This ‘Force Awakens’ Plotline appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies & TV, TV, Star Trek (franchise), star trek: strange new worlds

‘Strange New Worlds’ Gives Uhura’s Story the Space It Deserves

Celia Rose Gooding as Uhura in 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds'

The iconic Lt. Uhura has gone through several recasts and retcons over the years.

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TV, Prime Video, The Horror of Dolores Roach

‘The Horrors of Dolores Roach’ Is a Sweeney Todd Fan’s Dream

The Horror of Dolores Roach

It will leave you questioning whether or not you want to eat an empanada any time soon but also craving it and more of Dolores' story.

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Anime, Black Butler, Hide From Homepage

It’s Time To Revisit ‘Black Butler’

sebastian whispering to ciel in black butler

With season 4 on the way, here's what you need to know about this great goth anime—including where to watch the first three seasons.

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News, gymnastics, Olympics, Simone Biles, women in sports

Simone Biles Is Back!

Simone Biles competes on the beam during the 2021 GK U.S. Classic gymnastics competition

After a hiatus, Simone Biles has confirmed she is returning to professional gymnastics with her first competition in three years.

The post Simone Biles Is Back! appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Anime, Black Butler

Finally, a New Season of ‘Black Butler’ Is Nigh

Sebastian and Grell in 'Black Butler'

The goths, they are singing. Do you hear it?

The post Finally, a New Season of ‘Black Butler’ Is Nigh appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, Barbie, Barbie movie, Margot Robbie

Wanna Drink Like a Barbie? Cinemark’s Got You Covered!

Image of Margot Robbie as Barbie in the Warner Bros. film, 'Barbie.' It's a close-up of Barbie, a white woman with long, blonde hair wearing a pink and white checkered wide-brimmed hat, large pink seashell earrings, and a matching pink seashell necklace. Her hair is in a ponytail pulled over her shoulder with long strands of hair flying free. She's smiling and waving.

The Cinemark Barbie cup is fabulous. As if we'd expect anything less.

The post Wanna Drink Like a Barbie? Cinemark’s Got You Covered! appeared first on The Mary Sue.

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