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As the play unfolds, the actors’ nuanced performances shed acute light on the emotional turmoil that pervades “1984.”

While their previous albums were distinct representations of one half of their dual concept — The Red serving as their bubbly, pop-centric “red” concept and Perfect Velvet embodying their more mature, R&B “velvet” side — Chill Kill blends the two in a long-awaited album that demonstrates Red Velvet’s versatility and sophistication.

In the same way that the female cast challenges the norms of British and American society alike, “The Buccaneers” contests what exactly defines a period as it ventures across eras in telling the story of its women that defy historical expectations.

“Orlando, My Political Biography” is simultaneously a recreation of scenes from Woolf’s novel, a reflection on the meaning of gender within a disadvantaged community and a response to Woolf herself, as well as the continued relevance of her novel.

The biggest problem for “Loki” is one that’s afflicted Marvel for a while now; it no longer knows how to handle a narrative device it helped popularize.

But as “Chants” progresses, the level of satisfaction gained once the player does begin to decipher the languages is unparalleled. The glyphs aren’t just rapidly generated to fulfill a game mechanic, but the details of the glyphs reflect a level of care and attention to a core facet of the game.

“I'm a storyteller, and I think those are the most valuable things in life. It’s experiences,” Milligan said. “I lived in Europe when I was in the army, I traveled across the world, and I collect unique experiences. The Garden is definitely one of those experiences.”

“The Garden: Commune or Cult” effectively cuts between one-on-one interviews, dialogue between members and footage of communal activities — such as controlled burning of the fields, moving the kitchen or even raising a tipi.

“I think Elizabeth Zott as a character sees those who care for their families — which in her time happened to be mostly women — (she) sees them in a way they hadn't been seen or appreciated before and says that your work matters,” Smith added.

“Fionna and Cake” abandons the nostalgia baiting that comes with spin-offs and sequels and fully embraces the maturation of its original core audience, now in their 20s and struggling with adulthood.