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geese-enny | A CERTAIN STEP out now | @MarvelousGeeks_ founder | @RottenTomatoes approved critic | @IFSCritics • she/her 🇦🇲
Joined February 2010
A CERTAIN STEP, my best friends to lovers Broadway workplace romance, is now available on kindle unlimited and in paperback. 🎶❤️🔥.
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Okay, but we all agree that Lord Debling is a gem, right!? I won't hear a word of slander about this man. #Bridgerton
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No parent/child scene in any of the Jane Austen adaptations gets to me like Lizzie's conversation with Mr. Bennet in 2005 P&P. It's so deeply wholesome and warm, and it's a testament to Donald Sutherland's vulnerability in embodying the character. 😭
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“And he told him of Kate, and how she’d freed his soul, and how he loved her so damn much.” #Kanthony
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We need to take a moment to cry about how pretty Janine looks in this shot. She's always pretty, but like !?!? ma'am. A warning would've been nice. #AbbottElementary
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Netflix, I am on my knees, begging, and will pay to see an extended cut of #BridgertonS2. However long it is, please, let's do this.
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Do you ever just cry because Anthony spent 28 years drowning in his pain, and Jonathan Bailey understands the character so intimately that he's ensuring the character takes in all the adoration and joy?!.
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Ted Lasso fans, do yourselves a massive favor and stay off social media until you’ve seen 2x08. The episode has some of the most brilliant moments thus far, and it deserves to remain unspoiled. Don’t read anything. Don’t look at gifs.
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There's absolutely no reason for the production of an eight-episode period drama to take two years. None whatsoever.
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It feels like the most appropriate time to share my letter to Emma Swan. #UglyDucklings Thank you, @jenmorrisonlive.
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“Hyacinth, who was now just eleven, had never even been held in her father’s arms. Anthony had tried to fill the gap as best as he could, but he knew he was a very pale comparison.” #Bridgerton
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@rajoorag1 These were my takeaways as well. I'm so shocked by how invested I am in Cressida's storyline.
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Whoever said married life couldn’t be exciting on TV—have you met the ton’s hottest and most besotted husband and wife?!!.
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One thing I'll say is that I'm SO GRATEFUL the show ends well for #JaneFord. I hate everything about this cancelation, but if we don't get renewed elsewhere, at the very least, the final scene between them is as close to perfect as it gets.
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I don't want to hijack another show's post, but truly what will it take for the Bridgerton showrunners to defend their women of color like this?.
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Think about all the times these two have laid awake in bed—broken, alone, carrying the weight of the world on their shoulders—and now, they're wrapped in each other's arms, giggling, deeply loved, and wholeheartedly treasured by someone who'd give the world for them. #Bridgerton
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Somewhere in the wild, Kaz Brekker and Nikolai Lantsov are begrudgingly bonding over the fact that their best girls are an unstoppable force together. #ShadowAndBone
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WHY WOULD YOU HURT ME LIKE THIS, @PrimeVideo?!!! I was rooting for you. We were all rooting for you.
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#DaisyJonesAndTheSix was one of my most anticipated shows of the year, and it exceeded nearly every expectation I had. It’s a compelling, brilliant adaptation that’s going to leave a mark. The cast is sensational, the music is unreal, and the story is so profoundly intimate.
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At the end of the day, Bridgerton made both Kate and Anthony take backseats to the contrived plot during their own season. Afterward, couples have been driving the narrative forward, and yet there’s still so very little we know about Kate.
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It's the way Kate kisses Anthony's hand like it's the most precious thing in the world that wrecks me beyond repair. #Bridgerton
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Harrison Ford’s work in #Shrinking is one of the best things on TV right now. How on earth did the Academy just ignore this?!
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I had a feeling the #ShadowAndBone cancellation was coming, but I’m so profoundly upset still. MY CROWS. 😭 I’ve not felt this much sadness over a TV show in ages.
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Imagine watching a show called #Bridgerton, titled after a family, and asking who’d be interested in all members of said family. Maybe, just maybe, admit you didn’t get the memo because you were too busy objectifying a man as opposed to caring about the story and the characters.
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#TheFallGuy perfectly marries a love letter to the stunt community and the romance world. I genuinely can't believe this movie exists. Emily Blunt is EVERYTHING. Ryan Gosling is better than ever. The whole cast, really. Go out and see it.
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One more thing I’ll say about #DaisyJonesAndTheSix is: WOMEN. The casting is so perfect for the series that each of these performers will make you adore the book characters 10x more. They’re inimitable, beautifully complex, vulnerable, and entrancing on screen. No notes.
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I'm begging the world to shift the narrative when it comes to addressing romance in television, film, and literature. The inclusion makes every story substantially better and more vulnerable, no matter the genre. Healthy depictions aren't a cliche; they're examples.
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I’ll say one more thing about #Kanej then try to shut up til Friday, but what Freddy Carter and Amita Suman bring to their scenes is something that I’ve only seen in one other show during recent years. It’s so mature and nuanced, I genuinely cannot compute. #ShadowAndBone.
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Coming soon to @MarvelousGeeks_ —Ben Barnes is an absolute delight to chat with, and we’re all collectively going to do everything in our power to get this man cast as the romantic lead in an Austen adaptation. Cool? Cool.
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What is the point of even watching new TV these days!? Genuinely. I can't blame anyone for not wanting to invest in content when everything is getting canceled left and right.
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The multiverse is still messy, but #LokiSeason2 has a clear idea of where it’s going, and the cast is better than ever. It’s so incredibly obvious how much Tom Hiddleston adores this character, and the life he continues to breathe into him is so rewarding to watch. #Loki
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I’ve adored Chessy as a character since I was seven, and I adore her even more as an adult because I have a better understanding of why she’s so memorable and vital to the story. @LisaAnnWalter never misses, and I’m so glad I got to write this piece.
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The best part of this #Bridgerton press conference is that you can easily tell how deeply this cast adores each other and these characters.
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#TedLasso's latest episode is a quiet gem that intricately peels back on character layers while continuing to enhance the season’s significant stakes. & it's a strong showcase for performances as various arcs thoughtfully prelude upcoming developments.
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I think about Lady Whistledown’s June 10, 1814 column at least once a day, if not more. #Bridgerton
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Simone Ashley says there’s symbolism in the movements and the choreography for Kate and Anthony’s dances. #Bridgerton.
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There’s never been more perfect casting for a book to screen adaptation like Simone Ashley as Kate Sharma, and I will stand by this til the end of time.
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Hey, @AppleTV, I see you. I appreciate you, and if you are in the mood to save and renew some shows, #MyLadyJane would be a stellar fit for all the girlies who loved #TheBuccaneers.
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I have 101 feelings about the fact that Kate will absolutely notice the amount of times Anthony looks at his father’s watch. She’ll understand that there’s something bigger in his expression than curiosity about for time. #Bridgerton
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If the first two episodes are any indication, the cohesive path #Ahsoka is following can lead to some emotionally compelling and worthwhile battles that expand the Star Wars lore. It’s gripping in every way, but especially where the character dynamics are concerned.
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What was the point of “this is not goodbye”?! What was the point of finally bringing the planted seeds of their relationship to fruition if this was going to be the outcome?! I have no words. #MissScarletAndTheDuke ended after Season 4 for me. It’d take a miracle to get me back.
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Hey Siri, show me the most wholesome cast that's ever graced our screens. (Missing a few, but this is still the purest thing you'll see on the internet today.) . Source:
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You know what makes a man HOT?!! Being completely, 110% besotted with a woman—that’s what. This energy combined with everything else in William’s physicality?! The disheveled wreck that he is, his heart fully on display—no words. #MissScarletAndTheDuke❤️🔥.
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You can appreciate everything that is being done this season while acknowledging how grossly unfair it is that the show’s first WOC lead was treated like a prop instead of a star. Both on and off screen, the differences have been glaring.
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I'm sharing my initial review of #MyLadyJane again just because. I love every little thing about this show, and if you're hesitant to watch because of the cancellation, it's still worth every minute. #SaveMyLadyJane
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Something needs to be said here: There are embargoes for Ted Lasso screeners (as all Apple TV content), and it's downright appalling that people continue to break them every week. Tweeting any form of a reaction the day before/of is still breaking the embargo.
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Jane Austen is the queen of the romance genre, she quite literally paved the road for authors to follow in her footsteps. You do not end an Austen story with suffering then turn around to say it’s unique and interesting, it’s flat out insulting is what it is. #Sanditon.
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I have seen Hannah Waddingham in the flesh. I can grasp that she’s real, but I can’t say I’m fully convinced she’s human. Like!!!??! This woman is an actual goddess, and somehow, our generation is fortunate to have her walk amongst us. That’s the answer. This shot proves it.
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No, but for real. Why isn't Hollywood snatching this man up for more roles after #RWRBMovie?! Why isn't he booked and busy!? It makes no sense, so I wrote all about it over at @MarvelousGeeks_.
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#TheMarvels isn’t perfect and there are issues, but overall it’s a phenomenal joy ride entirely because of the leads, familial dynamics, and flerkens. Kamala Khan remains the best addition in the MCU, and the thematic focus on second chances is easy to appreciate.
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Hung the first piece of art in my new office space then wept—choosing to start this new chapter the Ted Lasso way is very on brand for me, and also, the best decision anyone can make.
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I'm fine. I'm just thinking about the kind of sincere apology Kaz had been obviously concocting here, playing over and over again in his mind, ready to finally say it aloud to Inej, except she's not the one who walks through the doors. #ShadowAndBone
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It’s hilarious (extremely sad) how consensual sex positive shows like Bridgerton are considered raunchy guilty pleasures while shows featuring graphic depictions of sexual assault and rape are deemed art in Hollywood.
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Something as simple as the fact that she’s my favorite character ever, and I don’t even know her biological man and dad’s names. What did they die from? Were they good people? Did they love each other? How old was she when it happened!?!!! Is she named after anyone!?.
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No, but seriously, broken fairytales are not “unique” or “interesting.” They’re dark and distressing, and we’ve had way too many stories in that spectrum. But romance?! Two people healing each other from their traumas through adoration and respect?! That’s unique.
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Luke Kirby deserves every award in existence for breaking my heart with six words—his tone, physicality, and the gut-wrenching avalanche of pain he packed into this single scene shattered me. #MrsMaisel
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#TheWhale left me speechless in a way a film hasn’t done all year. There’s so much that works perfectly, some things that don’t, but Brendan Fraser, Sadie Sink, and Hong Chau have all floored me with their performances. The last scene will stay with viewers for a long, long time.
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Ah, yes, Anthony Bridgerton my rigid little rule follower baby snowflake.
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You know what else is unique?! Actors who understand the core of the whole story, the very essence of their characters and want the absolute best for them. Actors who aren’t just doing a job but show, from the very beginning, that they care about the role. That’s what’s unique.
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Anthony and his first borns are my everything. No one look at me. I need to go run into traffic.
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It’s such a shame that wedding bands weren’t common for Regency men because you just know that Anthony’s would be a lifeline for him. He’d flash it around like it’s his pride and joy every time Kate wasn’t around, turn to it absentmindedly when he missed her. 😭.
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Just had an absolute meltdown during my walk thinking what if Ted doesn’t make a new “believe” sign, but instead he fixes the torn one because it’s a METAPHOR. #TedLasso
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It’s official. I wrote a book! .TO THE SKYLINE, coming ‘23. 🍂 second chance romance .🍂 right person, wrong time .🍂 chef x elementary teacher.🍂 neighbors .🍂 biscuits and sticky toffee pudding galore .🍂 autumn festivities .🍂 anxiety rep .🍂 a love letter to Bath, Somerset
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I should also say I’m now done writing this, and I’ve sobbed (good tears) through almost every word. I can’t wait to share this with all of you when the show releases. Simone Ashley is the perfect Kate Sharma and I’ll never get tired of saying that. #Bridgerton.
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Media literacy is dead and buried six feet under in the QTs.
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I’ll have much more to say in my review, but this is one show you won’t want to miss. The ensemble cast is given ample room to shine individually and as a stunning kaleidoscope of colors together. No talent feels wasted, and no moment feels misplaced.
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All of this. Simone Ashley and Jonathan Bailey beautifully bring to the surface a transfixing embodiment of the characters we adore. They easily meet all expectations even when the story diverts from TVWLM. #Bridgerton.
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I know we’re all upset about the cancelation, but please try to remember that the official social media accounts aren’t the ones responsible for any of this. Behind them is likely a very tired employee who might even be as sad as we are. #SaveMyLadyJane.
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I am Charles Boyle, Charles Boyle is me and we’re both ugly crying because Jake and Amy said I do. 😭 #Brooklyn99.
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And it’s fine to watch something for a ship or a specific character, you’re entitled to your opinion, but get off your high horse and stop expecting the story to change just because you didn’t even bother to pay attention to where it was going in the first place.
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I love shows like The Night Agent and Reacher a ton, but we need to talk about how the shows made predominantly for men get far more chances to succeed than those with women in mind. I.e #MyLadyJane or various fantasies with POC and LGBTQ+ characters as leads. I’m f—king tired.
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One thing I'm always going to do is defend Anthony Bridgerton.
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#Shrinking Season 2 is unreal. Where heartfelt comedies are concerned, it's the best thing on TV right now, and I don't want to ruin the viewing experience, so I won't say much except to buckle up. I'll be covering every episode weekly, so I'll see you all on the other side.
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“But it is that very repetitive nature that makes romance special.” . THIS. I read romance because it’s formulaic—it’s where the beauty and comfort lies. The genre isn’t for everybody, and that’s fine, but adapting it should respect the patterns that’ve worked for years.
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Women deserve a whole franchise of #Barbie movies, and Simone Ashley should be the next one’s lead. Let’s do this. Please and thank you.
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Ah, yes, continue erasing Anthony out of every narrative and pretend like he didn't give every last bit of himself to care for his family as best he could when all he wanted and needed to do was grieve.
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Frame it at the Louvre. Inject it into my veins. Tattoo it on my forehead. Project it in the sky. Etc. etc. etc.
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I'm sorry, but WHAT?! How on earth is this an answer!?! How are you telling me that this is some justifiable explanation when time matters and it especially matters in storytelling?! Like, please someone say psych.
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Nicola Coughlan in these stills is exactly how I pictured Penelope in her late 20s during Romancing Mister Bridgerton. There’s still so much I’m unsure about regarding Season 3, but she’s going to kill it, and that’s the one thing that matters. #Bridgerton 🦋
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No one will ever do it like them. No one will ever compare to them. ❤️🔥.
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I’ve been an Austen/period drama fan for what feels like my entire life. I’ve loved the women deeply, but internally speaking, I’ve never related to the characters as closely as I did to Kate. I’m a mess. This will never stop feeling surreal. #Bridgerton
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Phoebe Dynevor saying “he is the light” about Jonathan Bailey straight up has me weeping.
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It’s just—hearing Simone Ashley sing praises for the women on #Bridgerton is so utterly lovely and such a gorgeous showcase of her character.
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Okay apparently this still needs to be said: criticism ≠ hate. You can love something and still see the faults in it. A middle ground can exist. It doesn’t have to be one or another. And as always, it’s not what you say, but how you say it that matters.
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I just know that Anthony Bridgerton and George Russell would appreciate each other’s company because all they’d do is talk about how much they love their wives.
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The magnetic chemistry in the animosity and adoration, the vulnerability, the unparalleled loyalty. I love them with everything in me. My #JaneFord deep dive is now live on @MarvelousGeeks_. #SaveMyLadyJane.
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I redact my former statement. This is the greatest thing you’ll see on the internet today.
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I don't think anyone understands the sheer willpower it took not to break down every single little look in this #Kanthony dance. [Fear not, I'm merely saving some feelings for a lengthier post later on.] . I love them. I love them. I love them.
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I would also like to say a big fat fuck you to TMZ for reporting sensitive information first and not allowing family members or close representatives to do so.
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