Rita Moreno is the goddamn best in West Side Story general. Hope you all have fun posting here today and have a great day. Continue reading Scott OT #96: The Day Thread Has Dancing Rita Moreno in It (6/28)
We’ve been heavy here with blockbusters as of late, but what of the other distinctly summer type film, the charming indie crowd-pleaser. They pop up every year at Sundance and then get moderate releases in the summer, always hoping to … Continue reading Movie Reviews: Hearts Beat Loud (2018)
Happy Thursday, Avocadoans. What games are you playing and what do you think of them? As a bonus prompt, what is your favorite storyline that went nowhere? Continue reading Weekly Games Thread #2 is Going Nowhere Fast!
This has been a rough week. I won’t pretend otherwise. On the one hand, we are dealing with an embarrassingly corrupt and inept administration, but also one that’s needlessly cruel and dangerous.It is being shamelessly encouraged by its enablers in … Continue reading The Thursday Politics Thread Didn’t Hear No Bell
Korea did their part but México were crushed and couldn’t return the favor. While in the afternoon Brazil did enough and will face México and Switzerland tied against the feisty tickets and will face Sweden. Day 15, group H is … Continue reading World Cup Russia 2018: Day 15, Wake Up and Smell The Coffee
Even as the country continues on the fast train to fascism, we at The Avocado are staying focused on what’s really important — Oscar snubs from before most of us were born! And maybe it’s appropriate that Solaris took the big … Continue reading Snubbies: 1972 Results/1971 Nominations
Let’s say you’re Avi Arad. You’re sitting around the house one night, wondering where it all went wrong. You’re the one, after all, who transformed Marvel Comics into a movie powerhouse; the one who turned Hollywood on its head and … Continue reading Super Monsters Night Thread
Here’s the place to talk about the comics you picked up this week, and anything else you might be reading!
Don’t forget to step on over to the Comic Book Chat, hosted by the Spectacular MrSplendiferous! Continue reading Weekly Comics Thread 27-JUN-2018
DuckTales introduces yet another character as Scrooge’s old flame shows up to cause trouble. Continue reading DuckTales, Season 1, Episode 15, “The Golden Lagoon of White Agony Plains!”
I know I’m not the only one who needs it today. Here’s a thread for sharing cute pictures or gifs. Animals, babies, drawings on the sidewalk, if it’s cute and it’s a picture or a gif, bring it here. Continue reading A Thread For Cute Pictures/Gifs
We’re two round in with a shocking twist! The Banana Slugs logo is fake! It’s not really. I debated whether to pull it or not, but you know what? You folks like it enough to vote for it, so we’re … Continue reading Best Sports Logo Tournament: Round of 16
Sorry for putting this up late. The summer 2018 anime season starts next week, and it’s time to take a gander a what looks interesting: Aguu: Genius Dolls. (Aguu: Tensai Ningyou) I’m always down for fiction about how messed-up high … Continue reading Weekly Japanese Pop Culture Thread (June 27th, 2018)
Jeopardy! recap for Wed., Jun. 27 – Here are today’s contestants: – Scott, a librarian from Indiana, who adds to his inherited collection of Christmas nutcrackers; – Amy, a library youth services associate, who is a tap dancer and found … Continue reading Jeopardy! recap for Wed., Jun. 27
It’s time for a brief break from your daily routine for an important announcement. We’ve had a lot of serious talks here lately, but this is a fun one. We have officially passed 5000 posts, over here at the new … Continue reading Celebrating 5000 Threads at The Avocado
Lets just remake all the goddamn movies shall we? I encourage the dumbest possible suggestions for remaking The Last Jedi or the Holiday Special or A New Hope or whatever. Continue reading Make Star Wars Great Again: Avocado Edition
Welcome to the *CG thread, where we talk all manner of Card Games – Collectible, Trading, Living, and otherwise! Feel free to chat amongst yourselves about the card games you’re playing or anything card game-related that strikes your fancy. I … Continue reading The Collectible Card Games Thread – Ask You Anything
Hi all! As you’re no doubt aware, The Internet’s Cappadocius has assembled a group of us to write some Marvel. I’m pleased to be the latest to debut with a story of one of my favorites. If you’re familiar with … Continue reading Maverick #1: I Go On Too Many Dates
Have at it, folks! Continue reading Tolerable Discussions 6.27.2018
Today is my birthday. I’m turning 48. I’m serving as a pallbearer in my uncle’s funeral today. In fact, by the time this goes up, I will have already left for the service. There’s only one thing this universe promises … Continue reading The Memento Mori Day Thread
Like so many of you, I watched Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood growing up just like my father before me. I wish I could more eloquently write about my experiences with the show, but most of my watching came when my mind … Continue reading Movie Reviews: Won’t You Be My Neighbor? (2018)
Wow, that was a lot. First off, an apology: last week, I made fun of Bellamy for not having good plans, and this week he came up with a solid plan that will probably not end well, but at least … Continue reading The 100 S5E08: “How We Get to Peace” Review
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