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Hoppers Movie Review: Pixar’s Wild, Funny, and Surprisingly Dark New Adventure
There’s always something special about a brand-new Pixar movie hitting theaters. Whether you grew up watching their classics or discovered them later, Pixar has built a reputation for delivering emotional, creative, and unforgettable animated stories. Now, the studio is back with a fresh original film — Hoppers.
By Bella Anderson24 days ago in Journal
In May, I Will Have Written And Read On Vocal Media For Five Years
There are some extremely good writers on this site! It has been almost five years since I started in May 2021 on Vocal, and I continue to feel like a beginner. I was a new writer, then, even though I was an older woman.
By Denise E Lindquist24 days ago in Writers
Silken Chains. Top Story - March 2026.
Silhouettes of the female form were given flesh and bone. Silken skin glistened under the spotlight. Dry ice rose around our Icons as they danced atop their podiums in the Square. Heralded for their beauty, their movements were slight, powerful, and sensual.
By Paul Stewart24 days ago in Fiction
Worth the Wait: Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica. Top Story - March 2026.
Beach bumming in a small Caribbean beach town sounded like a perfect way to end our 6-month trip through Mexico and Central America. Or so we thought. The foul, fishy stench of rotten seaweed hit our nostrils as we stepped from the cramped bus and looked out at a rather depressing, empty, and underwhelming black sand beach. It was pouring with rain, and we had to quickly fish out our ponchos. We thought, this couldn’t be it, could it?
By Sh*t Happens - Lost Girl Travel24 days ago in Wander
Slay the Spire 2 Review: A Worthy Sequel That Builds on a Legendary Roguelike
If you’re a fan of deck-building roguelikes, chances are you’ve already heard about Slay the Spire 2. The sequel to the beloved Slay the Spire has been one of the most anticipated strategy games in recent years, especially among players who love card-based combat systems mixed with roguelike progression.
By Bella Anderson24 days ago in Gamers
A New Song
A New Song I woke up the other day and heard this new song. It seemed a bit familiar, but I could not place it. I don’t know where it was coming from either. So I smiled and listened to it. It was one of the most beautiful songs, I have heard in a long time.
By Alexandra Grant24 days ago in Writers
The Testaments of Ann Lee and If I Had Legs, I’d Kick You
We are all busy people. Thank you for finding the time in your lives to read my film reviews. I’ve seen two films this week and I’m reviewing them together, in part, to save myself some time. So, let me save you some of that precious resource too and say that they are both good films, with excellent central performances. The Testament of Ann Lee got more stars (4.5) than If I Had Legs, I’d Kick You (3.5) on the spreadsheet I’m keeping for this year’s viewing. This means I would recommend them both, but as time is short for all of us, if you only have time to see one, make it The Testament of Ann Lee. But, for those who want to know more, please read on and you might discover which film would suit you best.
By Rachel Robbins24 days ago in Geeks
