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Fans of Dexter, it’s as if we never left! Though there was a significant wait between the controversial finale of Dexter in 2013 and the premiere of the follow-up series Dexter: New Blood in 2021, Showtime has remained deeply involved with the world of the Bay Harbor Butcher. The introduction of prequel series Dexter: Original Sin (which you can find my recaps for here) and now Dexter: Resurrection have solidified this commitment. With so many shows featuring colons in their titles, it can get a bit confusing! But don’t worry, we’re not starting from scratch with Resurrection – it essentially serves as the tenth season of the original show, albeit with a new label. While technically a separate series, it begins with a recap that covers the entirety of New Blood, and the first episode is filled with references to the original Dexter. With original showrunner Clyde Phillips at the helm once more, we’re in capable hands.

In 2013, Warner Bros. presented what they called the DC Extended Universe, starting with Man of Steel. However, merely labeling a collection of films doesn’t equate to embodying the spirit of the times. Over the following decade, the DCEU didn’t reach the cultural impact of the MCU, producing a mix of grandiose and inconsistent movies that frequently led to off-screen turmoil as dramatic as the stories on screen. Yet, drama is not an uncommon aspect when it comes to bringing DC Comics to life in movies.

It appears that “Pulse” will not be renewed for another season, as Netflix recently announced its cancellation. This decision, made during a long holiday weekend when many in the industry were away, was not unexpected given the show’s lackluster performance. Despite a ten-episode season, “Pulse” failed to crack Nielsen’s weekly list of most-watched streaming shows and quickly disappeared after only two weeks. Critical reviews were also split.

Interestingly, Netflix also announced it was ending production on “The Residence,” a Shonda Rhimes production that premiered around the same time, had a more well-known cast, and performed significantly better in Nielsen’s public rankings. The competition for a second season on Netflix is fierce these days, and it’s challenging to make a case that “Pulse” attracted enough viewership to merit another season on the world’s largest subscription streaming service.

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In the wrap-up of a season filled with format explanations and less impactful storylines, it’s refreshing to dive into an episode brimming with spectacular drag performances! We witnessed the reading challenge, the talent show, and even a thrilling Foiled Again runway where most queens truly delivered. As a devoted fan, I couldn’t ask for more!

Dixon recounted his initial claim of sexual misconduct by Perry. After they had drinks at Perry’s residence, Perry suggested that it wasn’t safe for Dixon to drive and proposed he spend the night in the guest house. Later on, Perry got into bed with Dixon and started massaging his thigh. Dixon quickly got out of the bed, stating, “I’m not very sexual,” and maintained a distance until Perry left the room. Dixon believed that his actions made it clear that he wasn’t interested. Since then, Perry is said to have bombarded Dixon with numerous messages and subsequently created Dixon’s comedy pilot as a form of collateral.

In the first season of “The Pitt“, Dr. Collins experienced tremendous hardships. Over the course of her grueling 15-hour shift, she disclosed that she became pregnant through IVF without a partner. Tragedy struck when she suffered a miscarriage during work hours. Later, she confided in her ex, Dr. Robby, about an abortion they had undergone together during their relationship. After a physically and emotionally exhausting day, she returned home to rest. Interestingly, the day could have taken a surprising turn if she’d encountered someone with a rat fursona at work that day.

In this rebooted DC universe, the movie Superman, directed by James Gunn, doesn’t start from scratch but continues an ongoing storyline, jumping over the character’s initial origin and focusing on his life as a superhero three years in. This approach leaves the question of Krypto the superdog’s ownership, resembling filmmaker Gunn’s pet dog Ozu, unanswered until late in the movie. However, considering the next DC Comics film coming up, it’s not hard to guess who owns Krypto. The film subtly confirms this with a surprise appearance of a revamped version of a well-known character.

After thwarting Lex Luthor (portrayed by Nicholas Hoult), Superman (played by David Corenswet) heads back to his Fortress of Solitude, accompanied by Krypto. As the story draws to a close, Superman’s Kryptonian cousin Kara Zor-El, also known as Supergirl (Milly Alcock from House of the Dragon), stumbles into Superman’s icy sanctuary, quite tipsy. Overjoyed, Krypto rushes to tackle her, while Clark Kent informs one of his android assistants that Kara, who recently turned 21, is a bit of a party animal. She’s been traveling between planets with red suns because they don’t grant Kryptonians superpowers or invulnerability, which means she can drink alcohol.

Let’s first catch up with everyone, especially the women, to see how they are doing and what personal narratives have been established for us. The focus is primarily on real estate and children’s matters. Shannon’s personal story is that her daughters are currently residing away from her, while Stella is spending time with Heather’s daughter, Max, in Europe. It seems they’re already considering expanding their operation to Paris even before the New York City debut of Next Gen.

Miranda Hobbes, known for her practicality, is as enthusiastic about a party filled with pink balloons and confetti as one might be about a significant event. When Carrie asked Miranda to help plan an exceptional birthday party for Charlotte, she was up for it, ready to provide excitement and fun. While it’s slightly unusual to see this side of Miranda, who used to be more reserved, it could be that her newfound joy in life, represented by Joy, has brought about this change. Alternatively, being with Che may have influenced her behavior. Regardless, Miranda decided to take Carrie’s suggestion seriously and planned a party with balloons, confetti, and plenty of karaoke.