Day: June 24, 2026

[ad_1] The Star Wars prequels occupy a fascinating place in pop culture. When The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith first arrived, reactions from longtime fans were, let's just say, spirited. Jar Jar Binks became a punching bag, midichlorians sparked endless debates, and plenty of viewers who grew up with Luke Skywalker and Han Solo weren't shy about voicing their disappointment. As it turns out,

[ad_1] Since Toy Story 2 arrived in theaters more than two decades ago, I've had a soft spot for Jessie. I think I'm always going to be drawn to characters who've not only experienced tragedy or trauma, but have found the strength to move forward. Life is harder for those with that kind of baggage, and I find these characters to be inspiring. Yes, that applies to animated characters like