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16/06/2023

Letter from the publisher.

10/12/2022

“Watching “Weird: The Al Yankovic Story” reaffirmed my fan status, made me cackle (and shed a few tears), and comforted me, which is often what Weird Al’s music does whenever I listen to it.” - Frankie Reed

When did you first hear a song by Weird Al Yankovic? I was a young teen, perhaps fourteen…

01/11/2022

from the pioneering rap group the Migos has dead. This is a sad day for .

24/10/2022

RIP 💔

22/10/2022

“While it is a slasher, “Ready Or Not” is an incredibly moving film about what it’s like to grow up in what you think is a “normal” family, only to discover when you’re older that your family is anything but typical.” - Frankie Reed

Most weekends, I watch a horror movie with my friend and her two oldest kids. We’ve been introducing…

07/10/2022

“This was a great change of pace from the horror of the dead to the appreciation of those who have gone before us and who might still have a thing to teach us about the world and ourselves.” - Frankie Reed

When I was growing up, I lived in a haunted house. I never saw a ghost, but there…

05/10/2022

“We support Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson and her appointment to the Supreme Court. We believe she will play an integral part in shaping our future for at least a few decades.” - Frankie Reed

We’ve gone through a lot the past couple of months- probably even more than we know. Conservative Supreme…

14/09/2022

“I was intrigued enough to want to give She-Hulk: Attorney At Law a chance, and I am so glad I did. Not only did it put a spin on the tired human-becomes-superhero-must-leave-the-life-they-love storyline, but it also did so in a way that highlighted a change from male fantasy to a female reality.” -Frankie Reed

I’ve been seeing plenty of online discussions about the newest Marvel show, and although I’d been feeling a…

12/08/2022

I appreciated that each character’s lives were fleshed out beyond the typical two-dimension cut-out that occurs in many, many romantic sitcoms. Harris and his friends deal with other things than romantic relationships – past decisions coming back to haunt them.. - Frankie Reed

We’ve been watching Neil Patrick Harris since he was Doogie Howser, M.D. While he may have played many…

31/07/2022

Nichelle Nichols, who played the iconic Lt. Nyota Uhura on the original “Star Trek,” has died at the age of 89.

26/07/2022

is an incredible addition to the , with more emotional depth and philosophy than I have seen in many films, Marvel or otherwise. If you enjoy absurdity, chosen families, and love, I would highly recommend that you go see this film immediately. - Frankie Reed

I have long been burnt out on Marvel movies, save for a few. It isn’t because they’re bad…

08/07/2022

Dr. Sage’s journey from grief and seclusion to the start of healing and the possibility of happiness gives me hope that life can continue, even after the loss of a loved one.. - Frankie Reed

When I first saw the trailer for “The Lost City,” I was intrigued and delighted by the idea…

03/07/2022

- S*x & Murder

Network: HLN
S3 E3 · The Two Matthews
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Newlywed Lauren Phelps is stabbed 123 times as she fights for her life; her evil killer blamed his deadly rampage on cold medicine.

03/07/2022

I absolutely adored this take on the enemies-to-lovers critique of societal expectations and class prejudice. With Bowen Yang, Margaret Cho, and Conrad Ricamora, Fire Island is a sweet-edged satire about family, romance, money, and of course, pride and prejudice. -Frankie Reed

A long-time exploration of Rainbow Rowell’s racist caricatures forced onto characters (most notably, Eleanor & Park), commented on…

04/06/2022

This time of year typically has a lot to offer film-wise, but I believe I have narrowed it down to the must-sees this upcoming summer season. - Frankie Reed

We haven’t had a proper summer blockbuster season for a few years now, and although I’ll still be…

26/05/2022

Rest in peace to the legendary actor, Ray Liotta.

20/05/2022

We cannot tolerate the exclusion of anyone’s rights. We must insist that we all be given the same rights, the right to choose, the right to vote, the right to marry, as well as the rights to food, clean water, free education, universal basic income, free healthcare, and housing. For too long we have stood by. We need to support our BIPOC community members and put a stop to the mistreatment they have suffered because of cruelty, hate, and indifference. -Frankie Reed

Over the last several days, I have seen social media descend into a frenzy regarding the Supreme Court…

05/05/2022

Watching The Righteous Gemstones has been an incredibly cathartic experience. I don’t use the term ‘exvangelical’ for myself because I don’t want to be at all identified by my past, especially a past that I did not consent to experiencing, but it is a term that has been used by many people my age and younger who have decided to leave the church because of its unethical practices, hidden abuse, and greed for money and power. - Frankie Reed

When I heard about The Righteous Gemstones from my brother, I knew I had to add the show…

04/05/2022

Bridgerton in 30 seconds. The accuracy 😂 Credit: Taylor Graysen & James Mitchell Neal

28/04/2022

Kenneth Tsang, Veteran Hong Kong Actor, Dies at 87.
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Tsang was best known internationally for his action roles in the 2002 James Bond film "Die Another Day," John Woo’s "The Killer" in 1989, "Rush Hour 2" in 2001 starring Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker, and 1998′s "The Replacement Killers" alongside Chow Yun-Fat and Mira Sorvino. Tsang was found collapsed on the floor of his hotel room by staff on Wednesday.

25/04/2022

Interesting. Did y’all know this? I bet our EIC, Frankie Reed did. 🤣

22/04/2022

Watching Turning Red with my family was delightful – we laughed, we cried, and now we’re jamming out to the 4*Town album. Unfortunately, after watching the film I went online and was appalled at the outcries.. - Frankie Reed

Watching Turning Red with my family was delightful – we laughed, we cried, and now we’re jamming out…

01/04/2022

With Britney Spears and now Amanda Bynes released from predatory conservatorships, I think we need to take a closer look at how mental health is often treated as more of a threat than actual predators in Hollywood. -Frankie Reed

With Britney Spears and now Amanda Bynes released from predatory conservatorships, I think we need to take a closer look at how mental health is often treated as more of a threat than actual predators in Hollywood.

20/03/2022

“Uncharted” does not disappoint. Apart from being a fun ride as advertised, there was character development, emotional drive, and social commentary, clear enough to discuss and parse out afterward, but not so blatant or poorly done as to distract from the fun.

Uncharted

13/03/2022

“Death on the Nile” unravels a tantalizing tale of love, lust, and the lengths to which some individuals will go for the love of power, money, and self. - Frankie Reed

“Love can be a very frightening thing.” With this sentiment, “Death on the Nile” unravels a tantalizing tale…

04/03/2022

Although CultureMass is an entertainment website, there are times when we need to be clear about where we stand, and this is one of those times. Full Statement 👇

Although CultureMass is an entertainment website, there are times when we need to be clear about where we stand, and this is one of those times.

03/03/2022

Let me begin by saying I know how far I am behind on the curve of up-and-coming apps.…

02/03/2022

First trailer for
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The film stars Hiroyuki Sanada, Brad Pitt, Joey King, Sandra Bullock, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Brian Tyree Henry, Zazie Beetz, Michael Shannon, Logan Lerman, Andrew Koji, and Bad Bunny
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Releasing in theaters July 15

01/03/2022

Who's Chingy?… Who’s Chingy? I can't believe you. His videos are on all the time. Baller Baby, Holiday Innn” This show and cast is so iconic. 😂
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4x1 "George Searches for a Needle in a Haight-Stack" 😂
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The Lopez family is very worried about Carmen, who has run away from home after an argument with her father. George and Vic travel to the Haight-Ashbury section of San Francisco to look for her.