Britany Murphy

Managing editor, writer and Tomatometer-certified critic with a focus on various entertainment news.


Words can be found at Cinema Debate, Discussing Film, Geeks of Color, Muses of Media, POC Culture and The Reel Roundup.

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‘Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft’ Is An Exciting Addition To The Iconic Heroine’s World – Review

“Because the real truth is too difficult for most to bear.” –Lara Croft A beloved character and heroine, Lara Croft has been a staple in video games, comics and movies since her first appearance over 25 years ago. Now, she is about to embark on a thrilling new adventure with the new animated series Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft, a journey that promises to be as exciting as her previous exploits. Developed by Tasha Huo, Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft picks up after the events...
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‘Agatha All Along’ Contains All The Right Hexes And Potions For A Wonderfully Witchy Time – Review

“I’m assembling a coven…” –Agatha Harkness Everyone’s favourite witch is back in town in the form of Jac Schaeffer’s latest Marvel Studios series, Agatha All Along.  It’s been a while since Agatha (Kathryn Hahn) had her powers taken away by Wanda Maximoff, a.k.a. Scarlet Witch. Now, it’s her turn to reclaim them. The mystery of how she plans to do this is the heart of Agatha All Along, a series that will keep you eagerly anticipating each new episode.
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Supernatural Happenings Threaten To Tear A Family Apart In ‘Presence’ – TIFF 24 Review

The purchase of a new suburban home is more than a family bargains for in the Steven Soderbergh-directed Presence.  A family of four purchases a beautiful home with unique and antique charm at the behest of the family’s matriarch, Rebecca (Lucy Liu). Although her husband, Chris (Chris Sullivan), is mildly apprehensive at first, the Payne family purchases the home to start a new beginning...
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‘Twisters’ Is A Fun Crowd-Pleaser – Review

“You don’t face your fears…you ride ‘em.” –Tyler Owens In 1996, the disaster thriller Twister graced the big screen. With an ensemble cast that included Bill Paxton, Helen Hunt, Jami Gertz, Cary Elwes, and Philip Seymour Hoffman, Twister was a box-office hit and a fan favourite. Now, the standalone sequel Twisters, with its unique blend of action, drama, and suspense, is set to captivate audiences once again.
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The Epic Return Of ‘Blood of Zeus’ Was Well Worth The Wait – Review

“Because those that ruined your life, ruined mine.” –Hades The much-anticipated second season of Blood of Zeus has finally graced our screens, and it’s a magnificent continuation of the divine drama that captured our attention in the first season. Like its predecessor, the new season immediately seizes our attention with its exceptional storytelling and daring animation, leaving us on the edge of our seats, eagerly anticipating each new episode.
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Performances And Action Elevate ‘Rebel Moon—Part Two: The Scargiver’ – Review

“My pain became rage. My rage became revenge.” –Nemesis The continuation of Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon—Part One: A Child of Fire has finally arrived. And I must say, Rebel Moon—Part Two: The Scargiver is a significant step up from its predecessor. Part Two: The Scargiver takes us on a sci-fi journey with Kora (Sofia Boutella), Gunnar (Michiel Huisman), Titus (Djimon Hounsou), Nemesis (Doona Bae), Tarak (Staz Nair) and Millius (Elise Duffy) on Veldt, as they brace themselves for the impending...
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‘Three Little Birds’ is Heart-wrenching and Heartwarming – Review

“It’s too far to swim back now.” –Leah From Sir Lenny Henry comes Three Little Birds. Inspired by stories told by Henry’s mother, the series focuses on two sisters, Leah (Rochelle Neil) and Chantrelle (Saffron Coomber), who set out on a steamboat with their friend Hosanna (Yazmin Belo) from Jamaica to England in 1957. Upon arriving, the trio must navigate England, namely the racism of many of the country’s citizens toward immigrants.
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Vivid Visuals and Powerful Performances Carry ‘Dune: Part Two’ – Review

“This prophecy is how they enslave us!” –Chani Picking up where the first film left off, Dune: Part Two is a visual and sonic feast akin to the first that will enthrall the audience’s senses. Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) and his mother, Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson), remain with the Fremen. Led by Stilgar (Javier Bardem), Paul and Jessica are newcomers to the Fremen society and are not trusted. While some believe Paul to be the “chosen one,” other Fremen, like Chani (Zendaya)...
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Alaqua Cox Shines in ‘Echo’ – Review

Since Maya Lopez (Alaqua Cox) made her debut appearance on the small screen in Hawkeye, many of us were wondering when we might see her again – especially after how things ended between her and Wilson Fisk, a.k.a. Kingpin (Vincent D’Onofrio). Fortunately, we now have the Echo series to answer some unanswered questions. The mini-series (consisting of five episodes) takes place five months after the events in the Hawkeye. Fisk’s organization is on Maya’s tail...
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‘Wish’ Takes Wishing Upon A Star To New Heights – Review

Every once in a while, a film comes along that makes your heart soar, and for me, Wish did precisely that. The tale welcomes audiences to the Kingdom of Rosas and follows 17-year-old Asha (Ariana DeBose), a quick-witted idealist, on her quest to become the king’s newest apprentice. Enthralled by the magic of King Magnifico (Chris Pine) to grant wishes for as long as she can remember, Asha is excited and extremely nervous to work for the king potentially.
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‘Quiz Lady’ Brings Laughs And Hits You In The Feels – Review

“We could sell your eggs. I mean, it’s not like you’re using them.” –Jenny Sometimes families are complicated, and in Quiz Lady, audiences can experience this with hilarious results when two sisters come together for an awkward reunion and an unexpected road trip to try out for a game show. When Anne (Awkwafina) receives a call that her mother is missing from her retirement residence and goes to investigate, she reunites with her unreliable sister, Jenny (Sandra Oh), and shenanigans ensue.
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Just Like Diamond Dazzle Barbie, The Facets Of Greta Gerwig’s ‘Barbie’ Shine – Review

This review was published during the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes of 2023. Barbie would not exist without the labour of its writers, director, actors, and the many departments integral to the filmmaking process. Learn more about the demands of actors and writers here. “Do you guys ever think about dying?” –Barbie One of the most highly anticipated films of the year is finally upon us, and Greta Gerwig’s Barbie doesn’t pull back on any of its punches.
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‘Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai’ Is A Funny And Adventurous Tale – Review

“Are you kidding? Because I invented humour, and I am not finding this funny.” -Nuwa If you were ever wondering about the Mogwai, especially after the 1984 Gremlins and 1990 sequel, Gremlins 2: The New Batch, Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai is a must-watch. The computer-animated adventure comedy serves as a direct prequel to the live-action films and answers some of the mysteries surrounding the Mogwai.
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Taraji P. Henson on the Phenomenal Writing of 'Abbott Elementary' & 'The Color Purple' - Exclusive Interview

Taraji P. Henson’s guest role on Abbott Elementary, however, was perhaps the most impactful regarding the growth of main character Janine Teagues (Brunson). In the show’s second season episode titled “Mom,” which aired this past April, Academy Award nominee Taraji P. Henson portrays Vanetta, Janine’s mother, and instantly makes her presence known. Henson consistently slays the game and brings her A-game in every project, and her guest-starring role here was no different.
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Halle Bailey’s Triumphant Performance Lifts Up Live-Action ‘The Little Mermaid’ – Review

“Watch, and you’ll see, someday I’ll be part of your world.” –Ariel As Disney continues to throw their funds behind their live-action remakes, their latest, The Little Mermaid, has enormous shoes to fill. It’s one of Disney’s most beloved animated masterpieces and, as such, would be challenging to recreate. So, can the live-action The Little Mermaid replicate the charm of the animated original? The easy answer is sometimes.
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‘Fast X’ Is Mindless Fun – Review

“If it violates the laws of God and gravity, they did it twice.”–Aimes The time has finally arrived, folks–the tenth film in the Fast & Furious franchise is upon us (insert Paul Rudd, ‘Who would have thought? Not me.’ GIF here). With 10 films spanning two decades that include many cars, racing, explosions, absurdity, and of course, family, Fast X aims to be one of the fan-favourites in the franchise. Much like its predecessors, Fast X begins with a flashback in Rio de Janeiro, followed by some
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