Pluto (Anime TV Series) – This was a take on a classic Astro Boy story. There is more of a cyberpunk feel. The story asks what makes one human. This is also a timely criticism of recent wars. This is a great salute to the work of Osamu Tezuka.
The Marvels (Theatrical Film) – Seeing some of great women of Marvel in one film. They all contributed to the story. The singing planet was fun. I hope it gets more attention in the future.
Hopeland by Ian McDonald – One night in London Raisa Hopeland meets Amon Brightbourne and their lives are never the same. They meet each other’s family and build on their relationship. Raisa goes to Iceland to start a community business. Amon goes all over the world learning about and performing music. The fate of a Polynesian island ties them together years later. This is a book about family, community, and future of the nations state. What happens when climate problems takes one homeland? Can there be a boundless country? McDonald builds an interesting and world with new challenges and ways of life.
Killers of the Flower Moon (Theatrical Film) – This an in depth look at one of the biggest crimes in history. This shows a nasty side of the country that we need to face. All the performances were top notch. The ending was odd since it seems anachronistic.
Shagidi and the Brass Head of Obalufon by Wole Talabi – A dream god and succubus are asked to steal an item from the British Museum. They both are struggling in the spiritual world and this job would clear them. Some great takes on believe and worship and action scenes.
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