Laura Evans
119 articles published since September 12, 2022
Buffy Fans Were Wrong About Kennedy - She Was Perfect for Willow
While Buffy fans may have hated her for replacing Tara, Kennedy was actually the perfect match for Sunnydale's resident geek-turned-wicca.
Doctor Strange Is Really About the Passage of Time
Marvel's Doctor Strange is not just an origin story; it's a grand thematic statement on the value of letting time pass and living in the moment.
Batman's LGBTQ+ Representation Has Progressed Greatly - The Movies Just Don't Embrace It
While Batman comics are brimming with LGBTQ+ characters, Hollywood has yet to embrace that aspect of the hero's world on the big screen.
Will the New Frasier Break LGBTQ+ Ground Like the Original?
The original Frasier was a landmark in LGBTQ+ characters on television back in the '90s. Will the new show live up to that important legacy?
Sony’s Spider-Verse Can Borrow a Fascinating Aspect of Spider-Man Comics
The Spider-Verse is already quite diverse but lacks LGBTQ characters; three famous Spidey icons could change that: MJ, Gwen, and Felicia.
Dracula Movies Always Focus on the Wrong Character
Dracula movies make much of the seductive count. But the novel's true star is its powerful, feminist heroine, Mina Murray-Harker.
The MCU's X-Men Should Utilize Some Major LGBTQ Marvel Couples
While Marvel is making some progress with LGBTQ+ rep, the X-Men couples' potential for greatness is something it needs to include in future films.
What Sherlock Holmes' Public Domain Status Means for TV in the Future
Sherlock Holmes entered the public domain in 2023, and the Internet is celebrating with good reason - the possibilities for Sherlock are now endless.
CSI's First Season Had Surprisingly Good LGBTQ Storylines
While CSI may have struggled with LGBTQ representation in later seasons, its first one handled gay couples reasonably well, a standout for year 2000.
High Fidelity Helps Illustrate the Importance of the 'Save the Cat' Rule
While High Fidelity is a well-liked film, its lack of a "save the cat" moment for its hero is what holds it back from being a classic.
Who Will Be Frasier's Love Interest in the Reboot?
20 years after Frasier left for Chicago to chase his Final Girl, Laura Linney's Charlotte is nowhere to be seen - so who will Frasier's new love be?
Why Did Eric and Donna Break Up on That '70s Show?
While Eric and Donna's failed wedding was a sad moment, ultimately it was a necessary breakup for both and the result of a reasonable fallout.
Gwen Stacy’s Time in the MCU Shouldn’t Gloss Over Her Problems With Spider-Man
While the Gwen and Peter romance is often remembered with rose-colored glasses, a candid look reveals many thorns that shouldn't be ignored.
Forget Endgame, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Is the MCU's True Masterpiece
While Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 isn't as well-regarded as some MCU entries, it may actually be the best film in the entire franchise so far.
Korra & Asami's Relationship Perfectly Mirrors Avatar's Central Theme
Tying The Legend of Korra together with a tale of balance, Korra and Asami's relationship reflects the series' central themes and core narrative.
The Amazing Spider-Man Franchise's Biggest Tragedy Was a Massive Mistake
While depicting Gwen Stacy's death for the first time onscreen helped The Amazing Spider-Man 2 stand out, it also killed the franchise for fans.
Tasha Yar's Death Was Actually One of Star Trek: TNG's Best Episodes
While most critics and fans hate Tasha Yar's death episode from Star Trek: The Next Generation, it is actually one of Season 1's strongest stories.
Disney's Little Mermaid Remake Would Be Wise to Honor the Story's LGBTQ Legacy
The Little Mermaid live-action remake starring Halle Bailey is coming soon. Question is will the 2023 Disney film honor the story's LGBTQIA legacy?
Roz Doyle's Frasier Return Must Resolve These Dangling Plot Threads
Roz is returning for the Frasier revival, and now there's a chance to resolve her hanging plot threads from the original series finale.
Batman & Two-Face's Tragic Relationship is Best in Batman: The Animated Series
Bruce Wayne and Harvey Dent share one of the most fascinating relationships, but Batman: The Animated Series perfectly captured their tragic history.