Muses of Media • 2nd June 2026

‘Masters of the Universe’ is Action-Packed Fun – Review

In the 1980s, the animated series He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, based on Mattel’s toy line, premiered. Though it ran just two seasons, each had 65 episodes. It spawned the feature-length animated film He-Man and She-Ra: The Secret of the Sword and a 1987 live-action movie starring Dolph Lundgren. While the ‘80s have passed, franchises like He-Man still attract nostalgic attention today. Now, in 2026, a new Masters of the Universe movie arrives, and I’m happy to report that it is qui...

Muses of Media • 25th May 2026

Deli Boys Season 2: Hilarious Chaos and Family Drama Awaits

If you’ve watched the first season of Deli Boys, you know it was wild and hilarious. If you haven’t, what are you waiting for? With a few days left to binge the 10-episode season, I hope you do, because season two is just as crazy and comedic. The new season resumes where the first ended, with brothers Mir (Asif Ali) and Raj (Saagar Shaikh) embracing the true family business. What they assumed were ordinary convenience store chains were actually a front for organized crime. Now, the brothers...

Geeks of Color • 19th May 2026

‘The Boys’ Star Laz Alonso Talks the Final Season and What Makes MM a Standout Character – Interview

It’s finally upon us, the final episode of The Boys. With season five, the series comes to a close, and many have been waiting patiently to see how things end – especially what the end of the show means for some of our favourite characters, like Mother’s Milk, portrayed by Laz Alonso. The Boys has been quite the journey for Alonso, and ahead of the series finale, I had the opportunity to chat with him about what it felt like to step on set knowing it was the final season, his character’s arc...

Muses of Media • 6th May 2026

‘Mortal Kombat II’ Levels Up on the Fights and Fatalities – Review

In 2021, fans of the Mortal Kombat video games were treated to a new film. Now, while the film wasn’t exactly well-received as a whole, there were some things viewers could agree on: the action was great, they had a fabulous ensemble cast, and in typical Mortal Kombat fashion, there were some truly gory moments. Now, five years later, we have Mortal Kombat II, which sees the return of Lord Raiden (Tadanobu Asano), Liu Kang (Ludi Lin), Jax (Mehcad Brooks), Sonya Blade (Jessica McNamee), Cole Y...

Muses of Media • 29th April 2026

‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Offers a Clever Critique of Today’s Media Landscape – Review

After 20 years, Andrea “Andy” Sachs (Anne Hathaway) finds herself back at the famed fashion magazine, Runway, in The Devil Wears Prada 2. With the magazine and Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep) facing a crisis, Andy is swept back into the chaotic world of fashion to help fix the problem. However, while she might be remembered by the likes of Nigel (Stanley Tucci) and Emily (Emily Blunt), Miranda doesn’t seem to recall Andy at all – which might be in Andy’s best interest.

Muses of Media • 25th March 2026

The Fight for New York City Continues in ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Season 2 – Review

Over a year ago, Charlie Cox and Vincent D’Onofrio returned as Matt Murdock/Daredevil and Wilson Fisk/Kingpin, respectively, on Disney+ nearly 10 years after the pair portrayed the characters on Netflix’s Daredevil series. Now, the duo is back in season two of Daredevil: Born Again, picking up where we left off last March. For those who need a refresher (*do not read any further if you haven’t watched season one), the first season of Born Again saw the murder of Foggy Nelson (Elden Henson) at...

Muses of Media • 27th January 2026

‘Send Help’ Is Hilarious and Guesome Fun – Review

“We’re not in the office anymore, Bradley.” –Linda We’ve all been there before – undervalued, overworked, underpaid, people taking credit for our hard work, and the list goes on. This is what Linda Liddle (Rachel McAdams) has to deal with in Send Help, a comedy with survival elements that will appeal to fans of dark humour and character-driven stories. However, when a plane crash occurs en route to a work event, Linda is stranded on a deserted island with her jerk of a boss, Bradley (Dylan O’...

Muses of Media • 16th December 2025

Avatar: Fire and Ash - Review

“Your Goddess has no dominion here.” –Varang The latest film in James Cameron’s Avatar franchise is upon us. Directly following the events of Avatar: The Way of Water, Avatar: Fire and Ash continues to lead viewers through the life of Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) and Neytiri (Zoe Saldaña) and their family as they navigate their grief. For those who need a refresher, during the events of The Way of Water, Neytiri and Jake’s eldest son, Neteyam (Jamie Flatters), was fatally shot as he helped re...

Muses of Media • 25th November 2025

‘Zootopia 2’ Is a Stellar Sequel – Review

Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (voiced by Jason Bateman) return for another adventure in Zootopia 2, where they face new challenges like uncovering the mystery of snakes reappearing in the city after years away. The partners in crime, well, in fighting crime, are centre stage once again, and this time, it’s to uncover the mysterious reappearance of the slithering serpents in Zootopia who haven’t been seen in the bustling metropolis for years. It’s up to Hopps and Wilde...

Muses of Media • 21st November 2025

‘In Your Dreams’ Is Funny, Heartfelt and Whimsical – Review

If there’s one thing we can count on from Netflix, it’s thrilling animation. Whether a series rooted in Greek mythology, like Blood of Zeus, or the current musical sensation, Kpop Demon Hunters, Netflix has viewers covered when it comes to animation.  The latest to premiere on the streamer (written and directed by Alex Woo) brings audiences into the world of dreams, where sometimes dreams don’t come true. In Your Dreams follows siblings Stevie (Jolie Hoang-Rappaport) and Elliot (Elias Janssen...

Muses of Media • 7th November 2025

‘Predator: Badlands’ Boasts Top-Notch Action and Phenomenal Performances – Review

The next installment in the Predator franchise by Dan Trachtenberg is now upon us. With Predator: Badlands, Trachtenberg gives audiences another look into the world of the Yautja, adding a thrilling new chapter to the larger narrative. To the Yautja, weakness of any kind is one of the most significant flaws, as it goes against their code of honour and their survival-of-the-fittest mentality. This code of honour dictates their interactions and decisions, and their survival-of-the-fittest mentality...

Muses of Media • 26th September 2025

June Squibb and Erin Kellyman Hit All The Right Notes in ‘Eleanor the Great’ – Review

Nothing good comes from lies; a lesson that Eleanor (June Squibb) learns the hard way in Scarlett Johansson’s directorial debut, Eleanor the Great.  After the heart-wrenching loss of her best friend and roommate, Bess (Rita Zohar), Eleanor embarks on a journey to Manhattan, a city she’s never experienced at the age of 94. Her daughter, Lisa (Jessica Hecht), and grandson, Max (Will Price), accompany her, as Lisa’s full-time job leaves her concerned about Eleanor’s solitude. To alleviate this,...

Muses of Media • 24th September 2025

Superheroes and the Undead Collide in ‘Marvel Zombies’ – Review

The world of Marvel Animation’s What If…? takes a chilling turn with Marvel Zombies. Building on the glimpse of zombies in the previous season of What If…?, this new series delves into the depths of zombie lore, offering a unique and intriguing twist to the Marvel universe. The series kicks off with a team led by Ms. Marvel/Kamala Khan (Iman Vellani), Ironheart/Riri Williams (Dominique Thorne), and Hawkeye/Kate Bishop (Hailee Steinfeld). As they navigate through the plague, desperately seekin...

Muses of Media • 26th August 2025

‘Eenie Meanie’ Is A Mixed Bag, But Still Has Fun Moments – Review

Heist films are familiar territory, but Eenie Meanie manages to stand out with its unique approach, piquing the audience’s interest. The film follows Edie (Samara Weaving), a former teenage getaway driver. Unfortunately, Edie is dragged back into the seedy underworld of her past job, a world filled with dangerous criminals and high-stakes heists, with the promise of helping her ex-boyfriend, John (Karl Glusman). Despite her best friend, Baby Girl (Kyanna Simone), reminding her that John is ba...

Muses of Media • 5th August 2025

‘Freakier Friday’ Is Hilarious And Heartfelt – Review

“My face looks like a Birkin bag that’s been left outside in the sun to rot!” Anna (Lindsay Lohan) and Tess (Jamie Lee Curtis) are back in the highly anticipated sequel to the 2003 hit, Freaky Friday.  In Freakier Friday, the mother-daughter duo navigates new roles in their lives, including Anna being a mother herself while Tess is now a grandmother who is a little too involved at times. The film beautifully captures the relatable dynamics of a multi-generational family, where love and sup...

Muses of Media • 1st August 2025

‘Eyes of Wakanda’ Is An Adventure-Filled Look At The Hatut Zeraze – Review

“Wakanda is a kingdom of many secrets.”  Prepare to delve into the enigmatic world of Wakanda in a way you’ve never seen before. The latest Marvel Television animated series, Eyes of Wakanda, promises to unveil new and fascinating aspects of this mysterious kingdom.  Viewers will embark on a thrilling journey with the diverse cast of Wakandan wardogs (Hatut Zeraze) in Eyes of Wakanda. This globe-trotting adventure takes you on a quest to recover multiple vibranium artifacts, each with its...

Muses of Media • 26th July 2025

‘Washington Black’ is Packed With Powerful Performances – Review

Based on the best-selling novel of the same name by Esi Edugyan, Washington Black can now be experienced on your small screens in a limited series format.  Set in the 19th century, the story follows George Washington “Wash” Black (Eddie Karanja), an 11-year-old boy born on a plantation in Barbados. With a keen eye for science, Wash’s path sets him forth on an unknown destiny. However, when a disturbing incident forces him to flee Barbados, Wash ends up on a globe-trekking quest as he grows in...

Muses of Media • 9th July 2025

Despite Glimmers of Goodness, ‘Superman’ Was Simply Okay – Review

The new era of the DC Universe (DCU) began with the animated series, Creature Commandos, written by James Gunn (Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy). Gunn’s next installment of the DCU is the highly anticipated Superman. The first theatrical release in the DCU has highs and lows, which made for an uneven viewing experience for me.The story focuses on Clark Kent, also known as Superman (David Corenswet), after he’s stopped a war between the two countries of Boravia and Jarhanpur. Superman’s actions h...

Muses of Media • 25th June 2025

‘Ironheart’ Tackles Grief, Healing, And Hope- Review

Riri Williams (Dominique Thorne) is back in action, this time in her own series, Ironheart. Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) viewers first saw Riri on the big screen in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, when a machine she created caused trouble for the Wakandans.  Ironheart takes place after the events of Wakanda Forever, with Riri back in university, trying to make her way through an important project and still maintaining her side hustle of “helping” fellow students with their homework and pro...

Muses of Media • 19th June 2025

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Is One Of The Best Movies Of The Year – Review

If you’re in the mood for an animated film with a story that’s as unique as it is captivating, KPop Demon Hunters is the one for you. The film follows a popular KPop group called Hunterix, comprised of Rumi (Arden Cho), Mira (May Hong), and Zoey (Ji-young Yoo). When the trio aren’t selling out stadiums to thousands of screaming fans, they are demon hunters. Unbeknownst to their fans and their manager, Bobby (Ken Jeong), the girls are always protecting their...