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Phillip Tran

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About Phillip Tran

Phillip is a freelance TV features writer at CBR. He has been a comic reader since a young age and does his best to keep up with all the superhero goings-on. He can be found making lists of all the JRPGs he'll never play while also starting shows and books that would take just as long to finish.

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Star Trek: Picard Takes Inspiration From the Best Star Trek Stories

In Season 2 of Star Trek: Picard, a classic time-travel plot and character introspection is clearly inspired by the best Star Trek stories.

The Batman's Riddler Is the Scariest Yet, But Draws on the 1966 TV Series
Batman Villains Can Be as Whimsical as They Are Menacing

The Batman, and its forthcoming TV spinoffs, once again focus on a dark, grounded Batman. But there are options for a more balanced approach.

Now Is the Time for a Live Action Batman Show

With the proven success of Superman returning to TV as the star of his own show, it's time for DC to give Gotham's Dark Knight his due.

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Star Trek: Discovery Shows That Action Isn't Always the Answer

The most recent episode of Star Trek: Discovery shows that not every problem needs to be solved through actions. Sometimes, words are enough.

Star Trek: Discovery's Focus on Mysteries is Its Biggest Problem

Star Trek Discovery changed the format of Star Trek and created a show with season long mysteries but these come at the cost of other ideas.

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The Batman's Gotham Police Spin-off Can Take A Page From Gotham Central

The Gotham City police department is taking the spotlight in the new spinoff of The Batman, and it could take inspiration from comic Gotham Central.

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The Book of Boba Fett: Will Boba Fett Embrace his Mandalorian Heritage?

Though he once called it "Bantha fodder," Boba Fett's respect for Mandalorian culture seems to be growing, but will he join the fight for Mandalore?

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The Book of Boba Fett Gives A New Perspective on Mandalorian History

Mandalore has been seen at a number of different points in Star Wars History, each giving new perspectives on its canon appearances.

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Batwoman: Joker Twists the Biggest Bruce Wayne Criticism in His Favor

In the most recent episode of Batwoman, a new Joker is unveiled and he blames Bruce Wayne for the supervillains and their crimes.

Superman & Lois Reminds Fans of the Wonders of Superheroes
Superman & Lois Reminds Fans of the Wonders of Superheroes

Superman & Lois shows that Superman is a hero not just by fighting villains, but also through saving people in spectacular fashion.

Star Thors: How The Mandalorian Darksaber's Secret 'Power' Makes It Star Wars' Mjolnir

The Book of Boba Fett has shown that the Darksaber is difficult to wield and may even be judging its wielder, like Thor's Hammer.

Sweet Magnolias Is a Contemporary Bridgerton, With a Twist

Sweet Magnolias and Bridgerton are not trying to tell the same kind of stories -- but the two are still very similar, in many respects.