The Friday Edition - Apr 15, 2022
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Movies, Deadpool, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Marvel Entertainment

Now, Rumors Claim Deadpool Is in ‘Doctor Strange 2’—Who’s Next? Your Mom? Are ALL Our Moms in ‘Doctor Strange 2??’

Deadpool gasping with his hands pressed to his face.
Did you think that every last possible cameo had been combed through and obsessed over? Well, the rumors are still rolling in!
TV, HBO Max, Minx (series)

Will There Be a Season 2 of ‘Minx?’ Here’s What We Know So Far

Ophelia Lovibond and Jake Johnson in 'Minx'
There are so many directions Season 2 could go in! But, are we getting a second season at all? What does the future hold for 'Minx?'
Books, academia, feminism, music, Sesali Bowen

White Academic Tries to Colonize and “Redefine” Trap Feminism as If Sesali Bowen Isn’t Right There

Shelly from Bob's Burgers teaching hip hop to class of mostly white people. Text reads "There's gonna be some profanity coming at you, so cover your ears if you can't handle the 'B; word." Shelly is based on Dana Rizzo. Image: FX.
The introduction feels voyeuristic because Dr. Buck is limited by her experiences.
Movies & TV, anime, CrunchyRoll, Emotions, HBO Max

How Anime Showed Me That Anger is Valid, Necessary, and Really Damn Cool

Anime
Anime was one of the first times I saw anger being validated. At times, it was even seen as a necessity, as something to embrace instead of being afraid of it.
TV, Alison Brie, Apple TV+, Betty Gilpin, Cynthia Erivo, Issa Rae, Roar

Apple TV+’s ‘Roar’ Offers a Feminist Anthology of Twisted Tales

Griffin Matthews and Issa Rae in “Roar,” premiering globally April 15, 2022 on Apple TV+.
While Roar has its hits and misses, it's anchored by strong performances and stylish production value.
Movies & TV, DC Comics, DCEU, Warner Bros.

Warner Bros./Discovery Merger May Mean Overhaul of DC Movies & TV

Ben Affleck, Gal Gadot, and Ezra Miller in Justice League (2017)
If this Variety piece is true, we might be seeing a big shake up with the future of the Justice League.
TV, Billy Hargrove, Netflix, Stranger Things

A Recap of Billy’s Death on ‘Stranger Things,’ and the Ripple Effect It Could Have in Season 4

Billy Hargrove in Stranger Things
Billy Hargrove (Dacre Montgomery) was a chaotic, unpredictable character in 'Stranger Things,' but his death managed to humanize him enough to make his passing tragic. Here is how Billy died and what his death might mean for 'Stranger Things' season 4.
News, LGBTQ rights, Mike Pence, old man yells at cloud

No One Believes Mike Pence Is ‘Coming Around’ on LGBTQIA+ Issues

Mike Pence gestures and grimaces during a speech.
Mike Pence was asked what he would do if his child came out as gay and his tepid response is getting way too much credit.
Movies, deaf, disability, Eternals, Hawkeye

Marvel’s ‘Eternals’ and ‘Hawkeye’ Honored for Disability Representation

Eternals‘ Makkari (Lauren Ridloff) and Hawkeye‘s Echo (Alaqua Cox) .
Zhao said of the recognition, “Makkari is full of heart and wisdom. She is strong, charismatic, mysterious and mischievous. We are very lucky to have found Lauren Ridloff, who is our real-life Makkari!"
TV, Josh Brolin, Outer Range, Prime Video

‘Outer Range’ Is a Trippy New Spin on the Western

Josh Brolin walking to a black hole in Outer Range
Come for the horses on Outer Range, stay for single dad Tom Pelphrey being so sad and trying to figure out how to live his life without his wife and raising their daughter.
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