Underrated Female Heroes Tag (Original)

Hey, welcome to another original tag created by yours truly! This is just a way to appreciate some favorite female characters, some of whom deserve more credit and popularity than they get. Rules: Please PINGBACK to me at Kate @ Melting Pots and Other Calamities. Or just Kate. And PINGBACK TO A SPECIFIC POST OF MINE. … Continue reading Underrated Female Heroes Tag (Original)

Analyzing Women’s Strength in Fiction: Mental Strength in Movies

1. Louise Banks, Arrival: Subcategory: emotional Unlike other certain science fiction films, when aliens come to Earth, war doesn't immediately erupt. Instead, both humans and aliens try to communicate. But there's a catch: they can't understand each other. Enter Louise, an expert linguist. I haven't seen this movie for a while, so this will be … Continue reading Analyzing Women’s Strength in Fiction: Mental Strength in Movies

My End of Year Lists and Challenge: Best Stories in Movies

A reminder on what my lists and challenge is about: As it's December, I have decided to make "best of the year" lists for things I like and am interested in. I will cover books, TV shows, anime, movies, and Webtoons. The challenge part is 100% optional and may not even happen. But the idea … Continue reading My End of Year Lists and Challenge: Best Stories in Movies

Movie Review: Wait Until Dark

Wait Until Dark is an older movie that I am genuinely surprised isn't more famous. It has a lot going for it. Summary: A recently blinded woman is terrorized by a trio of thugs while they search for a heroin-stuffed doll they believe is in her apartment. Acting: 4/5: It's hard to go wrong with … Continue reading Movie Review: Wait Until Dark