A film executive struggles with constant intrusive thoughts in Violet. For every action she takes, there’s a voice telling her what’s going to go wrong. But is there any truth to it? Violet Justine Bateman (director, writer, and producer), Mark Williams (cinematographer), Jay Friedkin (editor) Olivia Munn, Justin Theroux, Luke Bracey (cast) September 10, 2021…
TIFF 2021 REVIEW: Mothering Sunday Examines the After Effects of Grief
Mothering Sunday follows Jane Fairchild (Odessa Young), a maid on her day off. It’s the perfect time for her to meet up with her secret partner. But this day isn’t going to turn out the way Jane expects it to. Mothering Sunday Eva Husson (director), Alice Birch (screenplay writer), Jamie Ramsay (cinematographer), Emilie Orsini (editor)…
REVIEW: Batman: Wayne Family Adventures
Amassing more than 200,000 subscribers on the day of its debut, Webtoon’s Batman: Wayne Family Adventures has had more eyes on it than most monthly print series published by DC Comics ever do. And evidenced by a near perfect rating, readers like what they see so far.
REVIEW: The Shadow Prophet Unfolds its Mysteries on Webtoon
“Is this 1984 but manga?” asks a meme. At its simplest form, yes, The Shadow Prophet can be described so, but there are definitely more than four cranes in this Webtoon series.
REVIEW: Female Force: Selena is a Heartbreaker, But Not For The Reasons You Think
I have mixed feelings about this comic book take on the life of the tragically slain Tejano singer Selena. Adults may be a bit appalled by its narrative choices; younger readers, however, might learn something new.
2021 Hugo Award Reviews: The Pill/Monster
Thank you for joining us once again as WWAC continues its trip through the 2021 Hugo Award finalists with reviews of two more stories in the Best Novelette category…
REVIEW: Devil on Her Shoulder #1: The Bruja Is Missing!
The bruja is missing and her 17-year-old niece must find her before something very, very bad happens. But her only help in this matter is the Devil, who is literally on her shoulder — and is very, very annoying.
REVIEW: The Orphan King Is the Latest Twist on Arthurian Legend
There is no shortage of King Arthur reimaginings, adding some twists here and there to freshen up the story of the prince of Camelot, beloved of Merlin, wielder of Excalibur. Changing up names and adding in lore from another medieval hero, The Orphan King tries its own hand at the legend of Arthur.
REVIEW: Whistle – A New Gotham City Hero is Doggone Good
Whistle is my favorite new hero of the year. She cares about her city neighborhood, her friends, her mom, and her dogs. That’s a character I’d love even if she didn’t have superpowers, but luckily, she does. Whistle joins Peter Parker, Kamala Khan, and the Teen Titans in the ranks of teens who gain powers…
REVIEW: Hellions #15 Rushes Towards a Conclusion
With Sinister’s secrets revealed, the Hellions start looking for revenge in Hellions #15.
A Summer Spread from Liminal 11
Liminal 11 is a UK-based publishing company that describes themselves as a “mind, body and spirit publisher” that, to me, has become almost synonymous with tarot. I’m an avid tarot reader who has been hungrily collecting all of the Liminal 11 decks since their very first, the first edition of the Luna Sol Tarot in…
2021 Hugo Award Reviews: Burn or The Episodic Life of Sam Wells as a Super/Helicopter Story
Having covered all six finalists for Best Short Story, WWAC’s coverage of the Hugo Awards now moves on to the Best Novelette category, starting with A. T. Greenblatt’s “Burn or The Episodic Life of Sam Wells as a Super” and Isabel Fall’s “Helicopter Story” (formerly titled “I Sexually Identify as an Attack Helicopter”).