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The Secrets of Moana 2
A sequel with soul but clumsy shoes? Jeff Haecker, Patrick Mason, and Rob Leonardi weigh in on Moana 2—why didn’t it rise like the original? Was Moan…
11 months, 2 weeks ago
The Secrets of Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind
Power, peace, and poisoned earth—Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind sparks a deep conversation on ecology, war, and Miyazaki’s early genius. Patrick …
11 months, 4 weeks ago
The Secrets of The Searchers
What makes The Searchers one of the most iconic Westerns ever? Dom Bettinelli, Thomas Salerno, Victor Lams, Patrick Mason & Fr. Chip Hines unpack its…
1 year ago
The Secrets of Captain America: Brave New World
A sharp look at Captain America: Brave New World and the MCU’s evolving path. Patrick Mason, Jeff Haecker, and Andrew Hermiz unpack Red Hulk, legacy …
1 year ago
The Secrets of Severance, Season 2
What is Lumon really doing? Innie, Outie, and everything in between—Dom Bettinelli, Andrew Hermiz, and Jeff Haecker dissect Severance Season 2’s haun…
1 year, 1 month ago
The Secrets of The Cat Returns
Whisked into a world of talking cats, royal intrigue, and whimsical adventure, The Cat Returns enchants with its charm. Patrick Mason, Victor Lams, a…
1 year, 1 month ago
The Secrets of The Silo, Season 2
Unravel the secrets of Silo Season 2. Dom Bettinelli, Jeff Haecker, and Alix Murray break down Juliet’s transformation, the AI’s sinister control, th…
1 year, 2 months ago
The Secrets of Whisper of the Heart
A book-loving girl, a violin maker, and a mysterious cat—Whisper of the Heart is a heartfelt Ghibli tale of love, dreams, and self-discovery. Patrick…
1 year, 2 months ago
Echoes of Faith in Secular Storytelling
Faith and fandom intersect in surprising ways! During a live panel discussion at last fall's LegendHaven convention, Dom Bettinelli, Angela Sealana, …
1 year, 3 months ago
The Secrets of Ponyo
Magic meets the sea! Patrick Mason, Victor Lams, and Jeff Haecker share insights on Miyazaki’s Ponyo, unpacking its vibrant animation, heartfelt them…
1 year, 3 months ago