Reviews

Although we mainly focus on reviews of movies and TV or streaming series, we have a wide array of reviews here at Cosmic Circus. This includes concerts, tech and other products, travel, games, books, and comics.

Refer to the Stellar Picks archive to find some of our top-rated movies, shows, books, games, and more!


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Book Review: ‘The Last Raven’ by Steve McHugh

Most fantasy books tend to be set in a medieval or, at best, Renaissance, time period. Or they take place in some alternate world that mimics our notions of these times. With The Last Raven by Steve McHugh, we’re offered a rare fantasy novel that is set in both modern times and the real world. I mean, the FBI is a huge

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‘Gotham Knights’ Game Review: a Solid DC Game

After more than two years of waiting, we finally have the latest video game from DC. Set in the Batman universe, the Gotham Knights video game is separate from the Batman Arkham franchise, that’s meant to appeal to both fans of the previous Batman games as well as new players. The Gotham Knights game shares similarities with previous Batman entries, with

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Book Review: ‘The World We Make’ by N.K. Jemisin

Quick physics review: energy equals matter and matter equals energy. The most well-known equation in the world, E=MC², tells us exactly that. We all parrot this but for the most part, we never think about what it actually means. Or what could be possible because of this fundamental principle of the universe? After all, thoughts are also energy. Our bodies make

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Retro Review: First ‘Doctor Who’ Episodes ‘An Unearthly Child’

Fans of Doctor Who know just how important this coming year is for the long-running sci-fi series. Starting this month, Doctor Who is entering its 60th year of bringing adventures with The Doctor and his companions to television screens around the world. The 13th Doctor, Jodie Whittaker, just ended her time on the series, leaving a bigger mystery with the return

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Review: Netflix’s ‘1899’ – High Tension and Suspense

1899 is a suspenseful new offering on Netflix from German director Baran bo Odar, who created and directed Dark also on the streaming service. Dark ran for three seasons and was considered a critical success in almost every aspect of the series. It has been just about two years since Dark reached its satisfying conclusion and Odar is back with another

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‘God Of War: Ragnarok’ Game Review

God of War is a series of games about the god slayer Kratos. There have been seven games in the God Of War’s first era, telling the story of the Ghost of Sparta as he sought revenge against the Greek Gods. Beginning with PS2, this Greek Gods era of Krato’s story all began prior to the soft reboot, God of War

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‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ Review: “The Legacy of Wakanda is Strong”

Chadwick Boseman was an individual beloved by all who had the pleasure to meet him, and even many who didn’t. Whether they managed to meet him in person or experience his acting through a screen, there is no doubt that Boseman left a lasting positive impact on many around the world. Following his untimely passing in August 2020, it became one of

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Review ‘Weird: The Al Yankovic Story’ – Weird Fun for All

Weird: The Al Yankovic Story is a very weird film like Al Yankovic himself. Before you watch it, don’t expect a 1:1 recount of Yankovic’s life, even if it’s “based on true events.” Rather Weird is a fun, crazy, and in some ways revolutionary story. Keep in mind also that (as far as we know) many of the things shown in

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Book Review: ‘Okoye to the People’ By Ibi Zoboi

There’s no denying that Okoye (played by Danai Gurira in the MCU) is a fan favorite. Leader of the Dora Milaje, her fierce loyalty to and unwavering protection of Wakanda and its king are her defining traits. She is so intense that it is hard to picture her as ever being anything other than the intimidating Captain of the Dora Milaje.

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