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The 100 – “Acceptable Losses” Review and Analysis

Oh yes, my friends. It finally happened. Octavia poked the bear one too many times. And guess who we saw wake from slumber? WANHEDA. When I saw Clarke’s face at the end of the episode I had no doubt she … Continue reading

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The 100 – “Exit Wounds” Review and Analysis

I love great character moments. And this episode had ALL THAT and a bowl of grits. Clarke and Madi mother/daughter feelings? Check. Monty and Echo hugging? Check. Niylah being a pod person? Check. Murphy and Emori bonding over explosions and … Continue reading

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The 100 – “Shifting Sands” Review and Analysis

Who else likes sand worms that burrow into the human body and explode out your abdomen like it’s late for a movie and doesn’t want to miss the previews? “Shifting Sands,” written by Nick Bragg and directed by Omar Madha, … Continue reading

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The 100 – “Pandora’s Box” Review and Analysis

Yet another episode of The 100 where things go swimmingly, 100% according to plan, with no hiccups and DEFINITELY no wars being declared. C’MON. Of course things went sideways. Actually, saying things went sideways is an understatement. Things went sideways, … Continue reading

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The 100 – “Sleeping Giants” Review and Analysis

If I could summarize the collective reaction of fan reactions from this episode, it would be: barely articulate flailing bags of Jell-O. Rendered helpless by waves of emotions and sheer awesomeness, I’d say that this episode rockets (YOU SEE WHAT … Continue reading

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The 100 – “Red Queen” Review and Analysis

One of the best episodes of The 100? CHOOSE. The second entry into season 5 is a light little romp into the gladiatorial pits of existential hell. This frightening new world forged by Octavia – with a distinct Jaha flavor … Continue reading

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The 100 – “Eden” Review and Analysis

Are you ready for another low-key, stress-free season of The 100? I know I am. Man, I love the chill vibes of this show. Swords clashing and gun fire are my bedtime relaxation ASMR. New season, lots of new people … Continue reading

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The 100 – Season 5 Trailer Impressions

By now, unless you’re living under a rock or incommunicado up on a space Ark, you’ve seen the season 5 trailer for The 100. And you can bet I have some impressions. So strap in, space cowboy.

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The 100 – Echo Defense Squad, ASSEMBLE!

No current The 100 character seems to draw as much of a marked reaction as Echo, former royal guard of the Ice Nation. People seem to either love or hate her. And to be fair, she’s pulled some shenanigans on … Continue reading

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The 100 – Season 5 Predictions

While we wait for an announcement of a premiere date and a season 5 trailer, I’ve been trying to do a little thinking about what season 5 has in store. To be honest, predicting season 5 is harder than previous … Continue reading

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