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His Dark Materials Season 3 Review

by Akash Singh | January 1, 2023

The final season of His Dark Materials wraps an ambitious and flawed adaptation of Phillip Pullman’s celebrated book trilogy.

Interview: Willow’s Ruby Cruz and Tony Revolori

by Emma Badame | November 29, 2022

Two of Willow's intrepid fellowship, Ruby Cruz and Tony Revolori, talk with That Shelf about venturing back into this beloved fantasy world.

House of the Dragon Season 1 Finale Review

by Akash Singh | November 1, 2022

“There is nothing more difficult to take in hand, more perilous to conduct, or more uncertain in its success, than to take the lead in the introduction of a new order of things.” – Niccolo Machiavelli House of the Dragon ends with a tragedy that compels itself through a feeling of inevitability. Once Alicent (Olivia […]

House of the Dragon Episode 1.09: “The Great Council” Review

by Akash Singh | October 20, 2022

Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke) enjoys an improved turn of character.

House of the Dragon Episode 1.08: “The Lord of the Tides” Review

by Akash Singh | October 12, 2022

Paddy Considine gives Viserys a memorable send-off in episode eight of House of the Dragon.

The Rings of Power Episode 1.05: “Partings” Review

by Akash Singh | September 29, 2022

The Rings of Power is becoming increasingly hit and miss with character development.

House of the Dragon Episode 1.05: “We Light the Way” Review

by Akash Singh | September 25, 2022

House of the Dragon sees the people of Westeros engulfed in fairy tales and brings yet another queer love story that ends in tragedy.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Series Premiere Review

by Akash Singh | September 2, 2022

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is the latest adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved fantasy world, but can anything match Peter Jackson's original trilogy?

Monster Hunter Review: Nonstop Mayhem

by Victor Stiff | December 16, 2020

Monster Hunter sees two battle-tested warriors stranded in a deadly world inhabited by giant monsters

THE HOBBIT 4K UHD Blu-ray Review & Retrospective

by Jason Gorber | December 8, 2020

Here's our in-depth look at the technology, the limitations and frustrations, and the wonderful moments that make up the The Hobbit on 4K Blu-ray release!

Shelf Pick: Girl With No Mouth

by That Shelf Staff | December 8, 2020

Can Evrenol’s latest film, Girl With No Mouth, is “A grim post-apocalyptic tale for the whole family.”

TIFF 2020: The Water Man Review

by Victor Stiff | September 19, 2020

David Oyelowo’s directorial debut The Water Man tells a heartfelt mythical tale about facing our worst fears.

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Cursed Interview: Showrunner Tom Wheeler On Inclusive Casting, Frank Miller & Katherine Langford’s Kick-ass Role

by Victor Stiff | July 17, 2020

That Shelf spoke with Cursed showrunner Tom Wheeler about the show’s inclusive casting, collaborating with Frank Miller, and Katherine Langford’s kick-ass role.