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“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
Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke) enjoys an improved turn of character.
House of the Dragon Episode 1.08: “The Lord of the Tides” Review
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
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
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
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
Monster Hunter sees two battle-tested warriors stranded in a deadly world inhabited by giant monsters
THE HOBBIT 4K UHD Blu-ray Review & Retrospective
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
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
David Oyelowo's directorial debut The Water Man tells a heartfelt mythical tale about facing our worst fears.
Cursed Interview: Showrunner Tom Wheeler On Inclusive Casting, Frank Miller & Katherine Langford’s Kick-ass Role
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.
Cursed Trailer: Is This the Successor to Game of Thrones?
Netflix's latest Cursed trailer shows off an action-packed reimagining of the classic Arthurian legend.
Blood Machines’ Mind-melting Trailer Must Be Seen to Be Believed
Blood Machines is a neon-drenched love-letter to corny ”˜80s sci-fi and horror B movies, backed by a scintillating Carpenter-esque score.
“Game of Thrones”: A Retrospective One Year Later
A look back at the highs and lows of HBO's landmark series in terms of story and character.
His Dark Materials Season 1 Episode 3 Review: The Spies
His Dark Materials' third episode, The Spies, takes the audience deeper into the novel's rich mythology.