Fiction

Harry Potter and the Annoying Plot Hole
Time turners. It's the centre of the plot of the third book in the eight book series. How is it their existence is only mentioned the once? Why is a thirteen year old girl entrusted to use one for attending more classes? How does nobody notice what is going on?
By Lindsay Dewolfe3 years ago in Critique
The Calvin Stickers
Let the grifters grift. It’s their only gift. You work hard on your craft. You spend hours on your craft. Just for someone to drop a link. Or worse, they drop something unrelated. It stinks. Maybe Bill Watterson was right, when he chose to ignore the sticker grifters. We’ll see.
By Atomic Historian3 years ago in Critique
You're Not Lookin' At The Big Picture, Stan
Swordfish was and is a treasure, and if you think the bar is low, consider I first saw John Travolta in Look Whose Talkin'.
By Ashley McGee3 years ago in Critique
A River Runs Through It
In the half light of the canyons, all things merge into one, and a “river runs through it.” What’s offered to some, is not wanted, yet we still love them completely. Holding them in our hearts, may be all we get.
By Kelli Sheckler-Amsden3 years ago in Critique
Me Before You
Me Before You deserves credit for evoking a visceral reaction from me. The book is ableist, even ignoring the ending. The story didn't dive deeply enough into any real trauma (such as Lou's sexual assault) and treated Will like a vehicle for overcoming Lou's issues. It's a tone deaf romance.
By C.M. Vazquez3 years ago in Critique
Galavant
Galavant is the "Shrek" of the Epic Hero's Journey, except it stopped short of running the franchise into the ground. It's extremely self-aware, knows how to keep the plot-twists coming without overdoing them, balances truly touching emotional moments with side-splitting comedy, and comes with a catchy, singalong soundtrack.
By Natasja Rose3 years ago in Critique
Does size matter?
Does size matter? Am I critiquing an actual work here? Nope. Just expressing a thought. How big should a link be at the end of an article? I often like my pics for covers, because some Unsplash images make links too large when linked at the bottom of an article.
By Atomic Historian3 years ago in Critique
Ethereal Symphony
In this captivating artwork, luminous strokes dance gracefully, forming a breathtaking play of light. Yet, while composition echoes brilliance, an opportunity for deeper narrative connection arises. By intertwining thematic elements, this symphony could evoke profound emotions, ensuring lasting resonance in the observer's heart.
By Peter Tanjala3 years ago in Critique
Fifty Shades of Pure Shit
Sex, manipulation, and harmful representations of BDSM. Why, it must be the early 2010s! It started with 50 Shades of Grey and ended with the dangerous misconception that BDSM revolves around erotically charged sadism.
By Chelsea Rose3 years ago in Critique
Overthinking: Don Bluth's Thumbelina
(NOTE: When reading this please keep in mind that it is intended as a skit to be recorded. Light editing and stage direction are included in this piece. Also be aware there is light profanity.)
By Jean Bruce3 years ago in Critique
50 Shades of Grey by E. L James
It's a fan fix based on Edward Cullen, with more sex. Discussing the kind of sex you want is liberating; the sex scenes suck. How many words can you use for a penis? The answer is a lot. However, the overuse of masculine toxicity as a plot device is disheartening
By Jazzy 3 years ago in Critique
Narnia: A Critique
Narnia is an inventive twist of deep metaphors and complex timelines. C.S. Lewis blends the rich history of World War II with a whimsical and extraordinary storyline. This story attracts both the avid scholar and the imaginative child as it lures the reader to enter into the story itself.
By Josie Brown3 years ago in Critique