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A Review - Wicked by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande - My Wickedly Wonderful First Encounter My journey with Wicked began unexpectedly, during an office musical competition. A performance of "Defying Gravity" captivated me. The seemingly magical lengthening of a black object as the singer belted out the soaring notes left me awestruck. At the time, I was too engrossed in our own presentation to investigate the technical marvel or even delve into the song's meaning. It remained a fleeting, intriguing memory.   Later, my familiarity with "Defying Gravity" grew through the popular TV series, Glee. Hearing the lyrics and understanding their depth transformed the song from a captivating spectacle into a personal anthem. It became one of my favorite songs from the show, solidifying my appreciation for musical storytelling. My positive experiences with musical movies further heightened my anticipation for the Wicked film adaptation.   Despite my reluct...

TV series Review: Squid Game 2: A Binge-Worthy Cliffhanger (But With Some Room for Improvement)   Okay, folks, buckle up because I just finished Squid Game 2, and let me tell you, it was a wild ride! I understand the internet hype – it's BITIN', as they say in Tagalog – and that cliffhanger? Brutal. Pure, unadulterated cliffhanger perfection designed to leave you screaming for Season 3.   The entire seven episodes felt like one giant, meticulously crafted setup. Think of it as a seven-course meal where the appetizer (the first two episodes) was a tad…slow. I almost drifted off to sleep a couple of times, honestly! But once they hit the island? Boom! The action picked up, and the tension ratcheted up to eleven.   Now, let's talk about the games. The heart and soul of Squid Game, right? They cleverly brought back the iconic red light, green light – a smart move, keeping that brand recognition alive. I was half-expecting a rehash of Season 1’s games, bu...