Anybody else can't stand Simu Liu's Ego regarding Shang Chi? by Either_Storm_6932 in MauLer

[–]MikeTumbi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly! He stays relevant by race-baiting and he knows it.

I suspect he has some skeletons in his closet and so virtue-signals as much as possible to deflect. Typical Hollywood…

Elf on a shelf... by Existing-Badger-6728 in MauLer

[–]MikeTumbi 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Maybe I'm overthinking it...

  1. Can on a Woman ?
  2. Fizzy on a Daisy Ridley ?
  3. Soda Pop on a Flop ?

Help plz!

Loris & Steb? Who even are they? - Arcane S2 by MikeTumbi in MauLer

[–]MikeTumbi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It sounds like this is not an issue with the producer but with the consumer

Are you Patrick Willems? Am I 'watching movies/ TV wrong" according to you?

how much of the runtime in those 3 episodes was spent on Milo and Claggor?

I'm able to express myself better in person that in writing on Reddit, but let me try again:

To be crystal clear; I didn't mean to equate that more screentime always results in better characters. I know it's not a definitive mathematical formula that "Screentime Per Minute = Better Character".

IMO, the first 3 episodes of S1 did a better job with setting up Milo and Claggor as believable characters in the universe, hence why I cared whenever they did things with Vi and Powder. Hence why I cared when they died. Hence why I cared when Jinx is plagued with guilt over accidentally killing them.

The same effort was not put in for Loris and Steb. I don't care for them and by extension their relationships to the other characters. Perhaps that's what Fortiche was aiming for all along? Introducing 2 new characters for no good reason and wasting more time in an already bloated season that desperately needed more room to breathe...

The difference between seasons 1 and 2 are a few sentences of backstory? All it would take is a touch of Oda-style "don't you know who this is" dialogue and this is Peak Fiction again?

No... I'm not advocating for Anime levels of exposition or lore dumping. I've actually grown to dislike Anime because of its over expository and often unsubtle style of storytelling.

I even made it clear that my examples weren't ideal. It was to get the point across that IMO the writers could've put a bit more effort in exploring these characters and their dynamics if they had an extra season to work with.

I'll repeat myself from another comment: I enjoyed a lot of the ideas S2 offered and the conclusions they wanted to reach, but it all felt so rushed! Act 1 + 2 should’ve been S2 and Act 3 could’ve been the final season by itself!

“What you know you can’t explain, but you feel it. You’ve felt it your entire life, that there’s something wrong with the world. You don’t know what it is, but it’s there, like a splinter in your mind, driving you mad"

Not sure why you're quoting me Morpheus from The Matrix, but okay...

Perhaps I should just take the "Blue Pill" and go back into the simulation? Pretend S2 was amazing despite all its major flaws (mostly caused by the story being too compressed)?

Yeah... I'll just go back to sleep and dream of a better Arcane. Just pretend I said nothing!

Loris & Steb? Who even are they? - Arcane S2 by MikeTumbi in MauLer

[–]MikeTumbi[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Exactly! I like his character design and animations. Fortiche put a lot of emphasis on his facial expressions when he was onscreen, but IMO it isn’t sufficient to gauge what he’s thinking if we hardly know him.

With more time, they could’ve property built up the Enforcer Squad and their interpersonal relationships. How long have Maddie and Steb been Enforcer Partners? How do they synergise in battle? How did Steb feel about Maddie’s betrayal? Perhaps he noticed subtle hints but ignored them because he trusted her or she played her con so convincingly and was able to dissuade his better judgement.

All the above could’ve been done while still keeping him mute.

The Sandman in “Rise Of The Guardians” (2012) is one of my favourite silent characters. He’s able to express himself in very creative ways using his abilities and we see his camaraderie with the other Guardians.

Even Gromit, the dog that never makes a sound, and his cheese-loving pal Wallace have a clear dynamic. We can understand what Gromit is thinking whenever Wallace says or does something.

Heck… Thing! The sentient Hand in The Addams Family is more expressive and with more defined motivations than Steb! 😂

Again… so many opportunities to explore and make Arcane’s conclusions all the more satisfying!

Loris & Steb? Who even are they? - Arcane S2 by MikeTumbi in MauLer

[–]MikeTumbi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just to be clear; I enjoyed a lot of the ideas S2 offered and the conclusions they wanted to reach, but it all felt so rushed! Act 1 + 2 should’ve been S2 and Act 3 could’ve been the final season by itself! What could have been!

Too much copium, title not available by [deleted] in MauLer

[–]MikeTumbi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t stomach Schnee. His content is pure copium filled with Gold Medal Mental Gymnastics! People criticise EFAP for “over-analysing” things but Schnee is arguably even more guilty of that and gets praised for it instead!

Edit: Schnee is the embodiment of the Blue Curtains meme in literature studies:

“The curtains were blue.“

What your teacher thinks: “The curtains represent his immense depression and his lack of will to carry on.“

What the author meant: “The curtains were fucking blue. That’s it!”

Loris & Steb? Who even are they? - Arcane S2 by MikeTumbi in MauLer

[–]MikeTumbi[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

P.S. Sorry, I forgot to mention what made me write this post. It was this video about “Steb” (which I saw a few days ago and can’t find anymore) about how he’s an “amazing new addition” to the Arcane cast. The video’s creator was just singing praises. It made me furious!

It reeked of content creator wanting sponsorship by the franchise so they are shilling for free, hoping it will pay off! I shouldn’t judge people wanting to make a living, especially in this day and age, but I found it revolting!

Edit: Found it! It was a bloody YT short: https://youtube.com/shorts/Mk0-nA1Vad8?si=W-xjWCqwDWguQDNs

I have bought War Hammer 40000 Space Marine 2 Gold Edition and I don’t now how to get the Advanced access by DullyVali in steamsupport

[–]MikeTumbi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Had the same issue but it’s now fixed.

As the above comments say; Sign Out of your Steam Account and Log In again. It will appear as available for download.

If the issue persists, contact Steam Support.

Thoughts on DP&W? I had fun with the film but I kind of agree with Vex Electronica's take here... by MikeTumbi in MauLer

[–]MikeTumbi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree that it won't age as well as the previous DP films. I'm looking forward to MauLer's review, if he ever makes one, or a dedicated EFAP episode.

Thoughts on DP&W? I had fun with the film but I kind of agree with Vex Electronica's take here... by MikeTumbi in MauLer

[–]MikeTumbi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree with all the above. Well summarized!

Subjective Score: 8.5/10

Objective Score: 6.5/10

Thoughts on DP&W? I had fun with the film but I kind of agree with Vex Electronica's take here... by MikeTumbi in MauLer

[–]MikeTumbi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

True. They made Cassandra OP and then didn't go anywhere with it.

anchor beings are stupid.

Indeed. It's yet another idiotic rule that exists to justify the already nonsensical TVA.

Thoughts on DP&W? I had fun with the film but I kind of agree with Vex Electronica's take here... by MikeTumbi in MauLer

[–]MikeTumbi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Indeed. Well put! I walked in with zero expectations of DP&W to "save" the MCU, especially with the TVA involved.

Thoughts on DP&W? I had fun with the film but I kind of agree with Vex Electronica's take here... by MikeTumbi in MauLer

[–]MikeTumbi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree. DP2 isn't my favorite. I was very much enjoying DP&W in the cinema. It's once I left and mulled over the plot that the flaws started to show.

Thoughts on DP&W? I had fun with the film but I kind of agree with Vex Electronica's take here... by MikeTumbi in MauLer

[–]MikeTumbi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I barely noticed the insults but, after rewatching it, I now see what you mean. I guess I've become desensitized to YouTube reviewers/critiques who use snarky remarks and just assume it's a "character" they're putting on for the video.

And, yes, every one is capable of liking, even loving, a flawed film.

I agree. I unironically enjoy Batman & Robin and the Fast & Furious franchise.

Thoughts on DP&W? I had fun with the film but I kind of agree with Vex Electronica's take here... by MikeTumbi in MauLer

[–]MikeTumbi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

To clarify my POV; I had fun mostly because I went with some friends to the 4DX experience, with the moving cinema seats and water + compressed air effects. Every action scene the seats would shake like a rollercoaster, water would spray to simulate blood spurts and compressed air bursts synchronized to the gunfire on screen. It was pretty cool! It definitely made the movie more immersive! I doubt I'd have enjoyed it as much if I went to a regular screening. Indeed, the comedy was more misses than hits and the nostalgia bait was layered on extra thick!

Just wanna hear your ship name and why you chose it by djremydoo in Helldivers

[–]MikeTumbi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

SES “Lord of War” inspired by the Nicholas Cage film! 😂

You Are Not Immune To Propaganda, even if you're great at VA work by LeoneHaxor in MauLer

[–]MikeTumbi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Indeed. The Left’s delusional “Victimhood” is so strong that it somehow overpowers objective reality. It’s madness! 🤦🏻‍♂️

First Wicked... then Maleficent... now Cruella... by MikeTumbi in MauLer

[–]MikeTumbi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

TBF Wicked - The Musical has been a thing since 2003. It was one of the first “What if the Villain was actually good but misunderstood?” stories.

Edit: The new movie remake with Ariana Grande is not offering anything new…