In this episode, I re-watched The Matrix, The Matrix Reloaded, and The Matrix Revolutions to take a deep dive into explaining what went both right and wrong with the sequels. How the Wachowski's lost their way, and my feelings on the series as a whole. Alex Cortright is a writer with a love for learning and discussing story, especially sci-fi and fantasy! Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/939238Blog: https://alexcortright.wordpress.com/Instagram: @AlexCRight

Alex Cortright is a writer with a love for learning and discussing story, especially sci-fi and fantasy!Sorry for the wait on this one, guys. Tonight, we're talking about Steins;Gate, one of my all-time favorite anime tv shows, and why I love it so. I tried to tie my thoughts on the show together into a broader narrative about anime. I hope you enjoy.Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/939238Blog: https://alexcortright.wordpress.com/Instagram: @AlexCRight

In this video, I tried to make sense of my thoughts on the latest Marvel Film, Eternals.Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNU2oqvRAs_aE00SmDG_Dng/Blog: https://alexcortright.wordpress.com/Instagram: @AlexCRight

Alex Cortright is a writer with a love for learning and discussing story, especially sci-fi and fantasy!Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/939238Blog: https://alexcortright.wordpress.com/Instagram: @AlexCRightIn this video, I tried to make sense of my thoughts surrounding the 2007 Golden Compass film directed by Chris Weitz and the His Dark Materials HBO series. I took a trip down memory lane along the way to delve deeper into Philip Pullman, The Subtle Knife, and The Amber Spyglass as well ...

Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/939238Blog: https://alexcortright.wordpress.com/Instagram: @AlexCRightAlex Cortright is a writer with a love for learning and discussing story, especially sci-fi and fantasy!In this episode, I took a trip down memory lane through the Metal Gear Solid series, fixating on Guns Of The Patriots, but also touching on Sons Of Liberty, Snake Eater, and The Phantom Pain. MGS was a Christmas miracle for me in 2007 and I hope this story resonates with you in some way...

I saw Dune, directed by the acclaimed director Denis Villeneuve, and I wanted to talk about it. Denis is my favorite working director so I took a deep dive into his filmography to tell you guys why I love it so much. From Prisoners, to Enemy, to Sicario, to Arrival, to my personal favorite, Bladerunner 2049. We cover it all. I hope you enjoy.Alex Cortright is a writer with a love for learning and discussing story, especially sci-fi and fantasy!Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/939238Blog: h...

Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/939238Blog: https://alexcortright.wordpress.com/Instagram: @AlexCRightAlex Cortright is a writer with a love for learning and discussing story, especially sci-fi and fantasy!#BrandonSanderson #Fantasy #RhythmOfWar #TheStormlightArchive #EpicFantasy #writingadvice #videoessayIn this essay, I discussed some broad thoughts on Brandon Sanderson, Rhythm Of War, The Stormlight Archive, and his career so far. Aiming to glean a lesson or insight into the fantasy ge...

Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/939238Blog: https://alexcortright.wordpress.com/Instagram: @AlexCRightAlex Cortright is a writer with a love for learning and discussing story, especially sci-fi and fantasy!In this episode, I dove into A Little Hatred by Joe Abercrombie, the first in his latest trilogy, The Age Of Madness. War is a frequent topic in his work, and I wanted to take some time to analyze how he portrays it. It stood out to me when I read the novel. When analyzing a new bo...

Download my FREE short story: Last Light In Amelia https://dl.bookfunnel.com/r109qlo9h9Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/939238Blog: https://alexcortright.wordpress.com/Instagram: @AlexCRight In this video, I broke down my thoughts on the Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini, addressing criticisms of the debut novel, Eragon, and the series as a whole. Alex Cortright is a writer with a love for learning and discussing story, especially sci-fi and fantasy!

In this video, I break down the first page of The Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy by Douglas Adams. A true master of classic British comedy and science fiction. I analyze the prose, author intent, and structure in this video essay. The goal of this video is to learn something new about how to write a book, how to write prose. I hope this writing advice is helpful and may serve as writing motivation.Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/YvfoymzvWfEAlex Cortright is a writer with a love for learn...

In this video essay, I broke down my thoughts on Freddy Carter's portrayal of Kaz Brekker in the new Netflix tv series, Shadow And Bone, based on the Grishaverse novels by Leigh Bardugo, Six of Crows and Crooked Kingdom. Watch the video version of this essay on Youtube: https://youtu.be/vhgnesmOwP4 Alex Cortright is a writer with a love for learning and discussing story, especially sci-fi and fantasy!Download my FREE short story: Last Light In Amelia https://dl.bookfunnel.com/r109ql...

Link to Last Light In Amelia FREE download: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/r109qlo9h9Guys I am so excited about this. I hope you enjoyed, and I hope you'll download the story and check out the future novels. Stay tuned for more content!#Writing #Publishing #Fantasy #Author #Books #FREEAlex Cortright is a writer with a love for learning, writing and discussing story, especially sci-fi and fantasy!Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/939238Twitter: https://twitter.com/Alex_CortrightBlog: https://alex...

In this episode, I break down the first page of Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling, the first book in the epic fantasy series that sold hundreds of millions of copies. I analyze the prose, author intent, and structure in this video essay. The goal of this video is to learn something new about how to write a book , how to write prose . #HarryPotter #JKRowling #writingadvice #writing #editing #novelwriting #publishing #Fantasy Alex Cortright is a writer with a love ...

In this episode, Alex and Jonathan discuss the Snyder cut of Justice League, released on HBO Max, directed by Zack Snyder. They break down why they think it was bad, and review the film extensively. An analysis of what did and didn't work in the film in a long form podcast, from the performances by Henry Cavil, Ben Afleck, Gal Gadot, Jason Momoa, Jeremy Irons, and more, to the plot, characters, action sequences, and CGI. They also compare the movie with the Justice League film Joss Whedon rel...

In this episode, Alex and Jonathan discuss the controversial career of Star Wars: The Last Jedi director Rian Johnson. from science fiction blockbuster Looper, to mystery thriller Knives Out.Alex Cortright is a writer with a love for learning, writing, and discussing story, especially sci-fi and fantasy!Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/939238Twitter: https://twitter.com/Alex_CortrightBlog: https://alexcortright.wordpress.com/

In this episode, Alex and Jonathan react to The Suicide Squad trailer, the latest DC Comics film directed by James Gunn, starring Margot Robbie, Idris Elba, John Cena, Sylvester Stallone, Joel Kinnaman, Peter Capaldi, and Viola Davis. They go on to discuss the original Suicide Squad film and David Ayer's career, then veer into the trajectory of the DC universe and its future, including the Zack Snyder cut of Justice League. #TheSuicideSquad #DC #DCUniverse #JamesGunn #SnyderCut #DC...

In this video, I break down my 3 rules for editing prose. I teach you my process for editing the first draft of a fiction novel of any genre. Alex Cortright is a writer with a love for learning, writing and discussing story, especially sci-fi and fantasy!Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/939238Twitter: https://twitter.com/Alex_CortrightBlog: https://alexcortright.wordpress.com/

In this episode, Alex and Jonathan discuss 10 Cloverfield Lane, one of the greatest spin-off films of all time. Released in 2016, the movie was produced by J.J. Abrams as a sequel to the original Cloverfield and followed by the Cloverfield Paradox, which performed poorly. The conversation wanders to the career of Abrams and his hits and misses from Star Wars to Star Trek, and Super 8.#jjabrams #10cloverfieldlane #analysis #review #johngoodman #startrek #cloverfield #thecloverfieldparadoxAlex ...

in this video, I review Earwig And The Witch , directed by Goro Miyazaki . The latest offering from Studio Ghibli , one of the most acclaimed studios for preserving the art of hand drawn animation . #earwigandthewitch #studioghibli #goromiyazakiAlex Cortright is a writer with a love for learning, writing and discussing story, especially sci-fi and fantasy!Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/939238Twitter: https://twitter.com/Alex_CortrightBlog: https://alexcortright.wordpress.com/