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Every great TV show needs a character who keeps us invested. Sometimes it's their personality; other times it's their growth, intelligence, humor, courage, or even their flaws that make them unforgettable. Which TV show has your favorite main character of all time, and what makes that character so special to you?

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I dislike it when movie characters are always voiced by Hollywood actors like Chris Pratt, Dwayne Johnson or Ryan Reynolds when there are so many highly skilled voice actors out there. I have nothing against them personally, but I think voice actors deserve more opportunities too.

When a movie becomes successful, a sequel often feels inevitable. But while some sequels expand the story and become classics themselves, many struggle to capture the same magic as the original. Part of the problem may be expectations. The first movie gets to surprise us, introduce the characters, and establish the world. By the time the sequel arrives, audiences already know what to expect, and filmmakers have to find a way to make the story feel fresh without losing what people loved. What's your take on this?

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A great TV show can spend years building amazing characters, relationships, mysteries, and storylines, only to leave viewers disappointed when the final season arrives. Sometimes the ending feels rushed, characters suddenly behave differently, or major storylines are resolved too quickly. Let's take Stranger Things, for example: each season has been pretty good, but a lot of fans had nothing but complaints about the final season. What do you think is the problem?

Has anyone ever wartched American Horror Story? It’s my favorite TV show.

Have you ever found yourself watching and actually enjoying a show you almost dumped mid-watch, and it suddenly became one of your favorites? For me, it was The Kunning Palace. It's a C-drama. Though it did not become my favorite, I actually thought about dropping it, but suddenly started enjoying it a lot.

When one show finishes, we often move on to the next. What show are you currently watching? Or which show do you plan on watching next?

At the moment, I am binge-watching Stranger Things, and I am currently in season 4, episode 7

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Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story Review

8.5/10

I really enjoyed Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story. The story was great, the acting was awesome, and overall I found it to be a really entertaining season of Monster. It has plenty of drama, some interesting characters and enough twists and strange moments to keep things moving.

That said, there is one very important thing to keep in mind before watching it: this is not a completely factual retelling of the Lizzie Borden story.

There are quite a few things throughout the season that either aren’t supported by evidence or have been heavily changed for dramatic purposes.

One of the biggest examples for me was Aileen Wuornos, played by Sarah Paulson. Paulson did a remarkable job with the role, and I honestly wish they had explored more of Wuornos. At times, I found myself wanting to see more of her story rather than having her connected to Lizzie Borden in the way the show does.

There is no evidence that Wuornos idolised Lizzie Borden in the way the series portrays. Because of that, I almost wish they had either explored Wuornos properly or left her out of this season altogether and given her a separate Monster season.

I would absolutely watch Sarah Paulson lead a season about Aileen Wuornos.

Another part of the story that has been heavily fictionalised is the relationship between Lizzie and Bridget “Maggie” Sullivan, the Borden family’s live-in maid. The series portrays a romantic relationship between them, but there isn’t historical evidence to support that relationship.

Again, I don’t necessarily have a problem with the show taking creative liberties. It’s a television drama, after all. But it is worth knowing where the real history ends and the Monster version of events begins.

And even though the relationship itself isn’t supported by historical evidence, Vicky Krieps was wonderful as Bridget. I really enjoyed her performance and thought she brought a lot to the character.

Krieps also gets to play another infamous historical figure, Countess Elizabeth Báthory, in a couple of smaller scenes. It’s certainly one of the more unexpected parts of the season, but I thought it was a fun addition and another opportunity for Krieps to show what she can do.

Some familiar faces return

One thing I really enjoyed about this season was seeing several actors from Monster: The Ed Gein Story return in completely different roles.

Charlie Hunnam, who played Ed Gein in the previous season, returns as Andrew Borden.

Vicky Krieps, who played Ilse Koch last season, returns as Bridget “Maggie” Sullivan and also plays Countess Elizabeth Báthory.

Joey Pollari, who played Anthony Perkins in The Ed Gein Story, also returns as John Morse, Lizzie’s uncle.

It’s always interesting seeing actors return to the Monster anthology in completely different roles, especially when you’ve just watched them portray somebody else.

Charlie Hunnam and Rebecca Hall

I particularly enjoyed Charlie Hunnam and Rebecca Hall being paired together as Andrew and Abby Borden.

They worked really well together, and I thought both performances were strong.

Charlie Hunnam was excellent as Ed Gein in the previous season, and I thought he was just as good here in a completely different role. It’s quite strange watching someone play Ed Gein one season and then Lizzie Borden’s father the next, but Hunnam makes the change feel completely natural.

Rebecca Hall was also fantastic as Abby Borden. I enjoyed seeing the two of them together, and fans of Ryan Murphy’s work may recognise Hall from The Beauty, another Murphy series.

There are a lot of strong performances throughout this season, but I think that’s one of the things Monster consistently gets right. Even when the writing takes things in a fictional direction, the actors make you want to keep watching.

Fact or fiction?

This is where I think viewers need to set their expectations.

If you’re watching Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story expecting a completely factual account of what happened, you’re probably going to have a problem with quite a few things.

There are real people and real events at the centre of the story, but the series adds fictional relationships, changes events and creates connections that aren’t supported by historical evidence.

The Lizzie and Bridget relationship is one example. The Aileen Wuornos storyline is another.

But personally, I don’t think that makes the season bad.

I went into it wanting to be entertained, and that’s exactly what I got.

If I want to learn the actual history of Lizzie Borden and the murders of Andrew and Abby Borden, I’d much rather watch a documentary or read a well-researched account of the case.

If I want something that’s loosely based on a real story, takes plenty of creative liberties and turns it into an entertaining television series, then Monster does that very well.

Final thoughts

Overall, I really enjoyed Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story.

The story was great, the acting was awesome and there were plenty of characters and storylines that kept me interested. Sarah Paulson was remarkable as Aileen Wuornos, Vicky Krieps was fantastic as Bridget, and I really enjoyed seeing Charlie Hunnam and Rebecca Hall together as Andrew and Abby Borden.

My biggest criticism is probably that I wish the Aileen Wuornos material had either been explored much more or saved for its own season. There’s clearly enough of a story there to carry an entire season, and Sarah Paulson was so good in the role that I wanted more.

The historical inaccuracies also need to be acknowledged, particularly if you’re someone who knows a lot about Lizzie Borden. There are plenty of things here that are either fictionalised or have no real evidence behind them.

But ultimately, I wasn’t watching this expecting a documentary.

I was watching it to be entertained — and it definitely delivered on that.

If you’re looking for a full-on factual show about Lizzie Borden, you’re better off watching a documentary. If you want something loosely based on the real story, with great acting, drama and plenty of creative liberties, then I’d definitely recommend giving this a watch.

What was the last TV Show you watched and what would you rate it out of 10?

Hi PopFuse! For anyone who enjoys Pokemon's world and characters, I'd like to share a playable fan project I created: Pokemon World.

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Have you ever read a book years ago and felt almost nothing, only to revisit it later and suddenly understand why people loved it so much? Sometimes the story hasn't changed at all, but we have.

Apple Books is a very popular software which is specifically designed for Apple devices. You could easily use it on several Apple devices. You could purchase books and even listen to various audiobooks on the platform. If you are an author, you could earn 70 percent of royalty per book. Apple books also contain affordable books. So, it is a great app from a buyer's perspective. So, have you ever tried it? What are your thoughts about it?

Reading speed can vary dramatically from person to person. Some people can become so absorbed in a book that they finish hundreds of pages without realizing how much time has passed, while others may need several days to get through a few chapters.

There's something strangely difficult about giving up on a book when you've already spent money on it. Even when the story isn't interesting or you're struggling to get through it. Have you ever forced yourself to finish a book simply because you paid for it, even though you weren't enjoying it?

Have you ever noticed that you can sometimes remember a villain's voice years after watching a movie, show, or playing a game, even when you struggle to remember the hero's? Villains often get distinctive voices—deep, unusual, exaggerated, calm, raspy, or strangely cheerful—which immediately make them stand out. What villain has a voice you could recognize almost instantly, and what makes it so memorable?

When we first see a character, we naturally form an expectation of what they should sound like. A huge, intimidating character might seem like they should have a deep voice, while a small or youthful character might be expected to sound lighter. But does a character's voice really need to match their appearance?

Sometimes a character isn't particularly complex, powerful, or well-written, yet people remember them for years. One reason could be the person behind the voice. A talented voice actor can give an ordinary character personality through tone, timing, emotion, humor, and even the smallest change in delivery. Have you ever loved a character mainly because of the voice actor who brought them to life?

A character can have an amazing design, personality, backstory, and character development, but sometimes the voice just doesn't feel right. The tone, accent, pitch, delivery, or even the way certain lines are emphasized can completely change how we perceive them. Do you also think the same way?

Some voices are so distinctive that you can recognize the person within seconds, even if you aren't looking at the screen. Sometimes it's the tone, pitch, accent, rhythm, or the way they pronounce certain words. Other times, it's simply a unique quality in their voice that is difficult to describe. What do you think makes a voice instantly recognizable, and whose voice can you identify almost immediately?

Sometimes the music someone listens to tells us something about their personality—or at least gives us the impression that it does. Discovering that someone has completely different music tastes from what you expected can make them seem more interesting, while sharing the same favorite artists can instantly create a connection. Has someone's taste in music ever made you see them differently, either positively or negatively?

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Music is something I can't stop listening to because it's part of my life. It helps me to relax and drift away as I enjoy the song.

I'm currently listening to Robbery 10 by Tee Grizzley.

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