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Geoffrey Bunting is a disabled freelance journalist and the burned-out husk of a book designer. He writes on a range of subjects including entertainment, technology, accessibility, and horny Star Trek. Besides The Daily Beast, he has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, Wired, Rolling Stone, Time, and others. He's scared of moths and especially talented at tying his shoelaces.

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This Is the Biggest Reason to Watch ‘Rings of Power’

DISPATCHES FROM MIDDLE-EARTH

As the second season of “Rings of Power” continues the show’s sluggish crawl, the best part of the series may be indicative of its biggest problem.

Geoffrey Bunting | Published Sep 05, 2024

Can Manny Jacinto’s Bulging Biceps Save ‘The Acolyte’?

GUN SHOW

With the reveal of Jacinto’s surprising character, “The Acolyte” received a jolt—in the form of internet thirst. But is it enough to save the series from its critical thrashing?

Geoffrey Bunting | Published Jul 09, 2024

The 8 Most Absurd Sports Scenes Ever

PLAY BALL

Now that “Challengers” has given us tennis (and throuple) fever, we look back at the most surprising sporting moments in TV and film, from hockey goons to horny volleyball.

Geoffrey Bunting | Published May 01, 2024

The ‘Shogun’ Finale Didn’t Show Its Biggest Moment. Good.

[NO FOOTAGE FOUND]

The acclaimed FX drama’s ending is a bold, refreshing change from the usual rhythm of Western TV.

Geoffrey Bunting | Published Apr 24, 2024

We’re So Close to Seeing Weird Alien Sex on ‘Star Trek’

IN SPACE, NO ONE CAN HEAR

The relationship between these two thirsty aliens may not be the most important part of “Star Trek Discovery” Season 5, but it sure is fun.

Geoffrey Bunting | Published Apr 17, 2024

How Did ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Become TV’s Most Boring Show?

A CRY FOR HELP

Ahead of the fifth—and final—season’s premiere, we look back at the many wrong turns of Season 4.

Geoffrey Bunting | Published Apr 03, 2024

The MCU’s Obsession With ‘Daredevil’ Is Holding It Back

MOVE ON

As the MCU crawls towards its “Daredevil” reboot, “Echo” is a reminder that simply bringing the character back isn’t enough.

Geoffrey Bunting | Published Jan 24, 2024

Michelle Yeoh’s New Show Is an Epic Waste of Her Time

TRASHY AND TERRIBLE ALL AT ONCE

Giving Michelle Yeoh material this awful to work with should be a punishable offense.

Geoffrey Bunting | Published Jan 09, 2024

The MCU Should Bring Tony Stark Back—But Not as Iron Man

HARBINGER OF DOOM?

Bringing back Iron Man back to the MCU sounds like a step backward—which is why Tony Stark should return as a different classic character.

Geoffrey Bunting | Published Nov 15, 2023
opinion

What Everyone Is Still Getting Wrong About the Slap

IT’S COMPLICATED

As Jada Pinkett Smith’s memoir revives the discourse around Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars, the ableist context surrounding the event is once again missing.

Geoffrey Bunting | Published Oct 17, 2023

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