Natasha Alvar
@litmysoul.bsky.social
Singapore-based film critic, Rom-Com lover, all queries to natasha@thefictiondepartment.com
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Lastly, I took delight in this formulaic Netflix Christmas rom-com, where there is joy to be had from watching Chad Michael Murray do a body roll thefictiondepartment.com/the-merry-ge...
The Merry Gentlemen REVIEW - Sexy Fun - The Fiction Department
Netflix is going all out with the lusty content in 2024. First Hot Frosty, now this amalgamation of Magic Mike and every Hallmark Christmas romance trope
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November 23, 2024 at 4:25 AM
Lastly, I took delight in this formulaic Netflix Christmas rom-com, where there is joy to be had from watching Chad Michael Murray do a body roll thefictiondepartment.com/the-merry-ge...
On a completely contrasting note, I also really love this piece I wrote about love declarations in rom-coms, with particular attention to the pretty good one in Notting Hill culturedvultures.com/notting-hill...
Notting Hill & The Epitome of Love Declarations
Is the declaration of love in Notting Hill the best there is? We think so. Read on to find out why the scene still works 22 years later.
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November 22, 2024 at 1:32 AM
On a completely contrasting note, I also really love this piece I wrote about love declarations in rom-coms, with particular attention to the pretty good one in Notting Hill culturedvultures.com/notting-hill...
This article involves me diving into the mythos of Event Horizon, and analysing why it still terrifies me all these years later: culturedvultures.com/event-horizo...
Event Horizon's Chilling Cosmic Horror Stays With You
Do you find Paul W.S. Anderson's Event Horizon (1997) terrifying, or is it too schlocky for you to care about?
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November 22, 2024 at 1:25 AM
This article involves me diving into the mythos of Event Horizon, and analysing why it still terrifies me all these years later: culturedvultures.com/event-horizo...
Honestly don’t know how anyone can say that after The Last Duel. That film is fantastic and deserved more love!
November 17, 2024 at 2:06 PM
Honestly don’t know how anyone can say that after The Last Duel. That film is fantastic and deserved more love!
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One of my favs of the year! thefictiondepartment.com/my-old-ass-2...
My Old Ass REVIEW - An Affecting Coming-of-Age Film - The Fiction Department
When Aubrey Plaza's been in movies like Dirty Grandpa, a title like My Old Ass would indicate a similar type of film. I'm so glad that this isn't the case. My
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November 17, 2024 at 12:59 PM
One of my favs of the year! thefictiondepartment.com/my-old-ass-2...
One of my favs of the year! thefictiondepartment.com/my-old-ass-2...
My Old Ass REVIEW - An Affecting Coming-of-Age Film - The Fiction Department
When Aubrey Plaza's been in movies like Dirty Grandpa, a title like My Old Ass would indicate a similar type of film. I'm so glad that this isn't the case. My
thefictiondepartment.com
November 17, 2024 at 12:59 PM
One of my favs of the year! thefictiondepartment.com/my-old-ass-2...
You’re the most awesome mate! Any chance to work with u is just my privilege 🥰
November 11, 2024 at 11:44 PM
You’re the most awesome mate! Any chance to work with u is just my privilege 🥰
Omg I spoke to the author before when I reviewed her book! culturedvultures.com/natalie-tan-...
Natalie Tan’s Book of Luck and Fortune by Roselle Lim REVIEW
As hearty as any good meal should be, Roselle Lim finds her way to your stomach as much as she does to your heart.
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November 11, 2024 at 11:43 PM
Omg I spoke to the author before when I reviewed her book! culturedvultures.com/natalie-tan-...