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Late Stage Capitalism

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television19 days ago•11 min saved

Kripke defends The Boys against 'filler' complaints, urges patience with character work

The Boys creator Eric Kripke pushes back at fans who call recent episodes 'filler,' arguing the show must flesh out its roughly 14–15 main characters and that constant battles would feel empty; in a TV Guide interview he stresses that the series is about celebrity politics and late‑stage capitalism, and that some viewers’ misreadings (like Homelander as a hero) miss the show's core intent and the need for character-driven storytelling.

via AV Club|

#character-development #eric-kripke #filler-episodes

personal-reflection2 years ago•9 min saved

"Night City: Cyberpunk 2077's Immersive Homecoming"

A writer reflects on their experience of moving from a small town in Georgia to New York City and how the virtual city of Night City in the game Cyberpunk 2077 provided a sense of belonging and community that they longed for. Despite the flaws of the game, it resonated with their frustrations towards capitalism and the challenges they faced in their own life. While living in NYC, they still struggle to find a sense of "home" and often feel like they are just visiting. The writer finds solace in revisiting Cyberpunk 2077 and exploring Night City, as it allows them to imagine a life they dreamt of and reminds them of the human connections that can help navigate the challenges of late-stage capitalism.

via Kotaku|

#cyberpunk-2077 #late-stage-capitalism #loneliness