Nimona (2023)

Hazel & Katniss & Harry & Starr

English - July 11, 2023 07:05 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MB - ★★★★ - 48 ratings
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After waiting forever, Brenna and Joe finally get to watch Nick Bruno and Troy Quane's feature film adaptation of Nimona (2023) and it's...fine?

Ok, it's more than fine, but there is something missing. While the obviousness of the trans elements and the changed ending are perfect for the current political moment, the messy, interesting character flaws and unpredictable format of ND Stevenson's original comic are missing.

References:

> Sam Adams. "Nimona Is the Rare Story Hollywood Made Gayer. Is It Better?" Slate

> Caroline Cao. "Nimona’s radical page-to-screen story changes were a queer necessity." Polygon

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