A League of Their Own
- Episode aired Nov 17, 2023
- TV-MA
- 27m
IMDb RATING
7.3/10
1.3K
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An eclectic crowd of familiar faces gather under unusual circumstances. Elsewhere, the League of Evil Exes meets up at a secret lair.An eclectic crowd of familiar faces gather under unusual circumstances. Elsewhere, the League of Evil Exes meets up at a secret lair.An eclectic crowd of familiar faces gather under unusual circumstances. Elsewhere, the League of Evil Exes meets up at a secret lair.
Michael Cera
- Scott Pilgrim
- (voice)
Satya Bhabha
- Matthew Patel
- (voice)
Kieran Culkin
- Wallace Wells
- (voice)
Chris Evans
- Lucas Lee
- (voice)
Anna Kendrick
- Stacey Pilgrim
- (voice)
Brie Larson
- Envy Adams
- (voice)
Alison Pill
- Kim Pine
- (voice)
Aubrey Plaza
- Julie Powers
- (voice)
Brandon Routh
- Todd Ingram
- (voice)
Johnny Simmons
- Young Neil
- (voice)
Mark Webber
- Stephen Stills
- (voice)
Mae Whitman
- Roxie
- (voice)
Ellen Wong
- Knives Chau
- (voice)
Emily Haines
- Envy Adams
- (singing voice)
Metric
- The Clash at Demonhead
- (voice)
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaAll entries contain spoilers
- ConnectionsReferences A League of Their Own (1992)
- SoundtracksI Will Remember You
Written by Sarah McLachlan, Seamus Egan, and Dave Merenda
Performed by Emily Haines and Metric
Featured review
Unnecessary? Political correction?
When delving into Scott Pilgrim's second chapter, you immediately confront with plenty of frames that seem superfluous, contributing little to the overall narrative. Trimming these excesses could undoubtedly enhance the flow of the storytelling, allowing for a more concise and engaging experience.
Regrettably, the chapter's shortcomings extend beyond mere verbosity. Essentially, it fails to make a compelling case for its indispensability. You could skip this chapter without sacrificing the coherence of the series, potentially leading to a more enjoyable experience overall. The narrative, at times, meanders without adding significant depth or nuance to Scott's character or the overarching plot.
Moreover, the fight sequences in Chapter 2 are marred by a sense of childish absurdity. While a touch of whimsy can inject life into a storyline, the exaggerated and seemingly purposeless movements in this chapter verge on the nonsensical. Instead of contributing to the development of the characters or advancing the plot, the fights come across as gratuitous displays of physicality, lacking the finesse and meaning that make action sequences truly resonate with the audience.
In scrutinizing the chapter's artistic choices, it becomes evident that a more judicious approach to framing and choreography could have elevated the storytelling. Cutting down on unnecessary panels and refining the fight scenes to convey a more mature and purposeful tone would undoubtedly benefit the narrative.
Ultimately, Scott Pilgrim Chapter 2 falls short of its potential, burdened by redundant details and juvenile fight sequences. For those seeking a more immersive and coherent experience with the series, skipping this chapter might be a prudent choice. A discerning edit to streamline the storytelling and infuse greater meaning into the action could transform this installment into a more integral and enjoyable part of the Scott Pilgrim saga.
I don't know if this is one of the many episodes of political correction of Netflix screwing up a perfectly good serie.
Regrettably, the chapter's shortcomings extend beyond mere verbosity. Essentially, it fails to make a compelling case for its indispensability. You could skip this chapter without sacrificing the coherence of the series, potentially leading to a more enjoyable experience overall. The narrative, at times, meanders without adding significant depth or nuance to Scott's character or the overarching plot.
Moreover, the fight sequences in Chapter 2 are marred by a sense of childish absurdity. While a touch of whimsy can inject life into a storyline, the exaggerated and seemingly purposeless movements in this chapter verge on the nonsensical. Instead of contributing to the development of the characters or advancing the plot, the fights come across as gratuitous displays of physicality, lacking the finesse and meaning that make action sequences truly resonate with the audience.
In scrutinizing the chapter's artistic choices, it becomes evident that a more judicious approach to framing and choreography could have elevated the storytelling. Cutting down on unnecessary panels and refining the fight scenes to convey a more mature and purposeful tone would undoubtedly benefit the narrative.
Ultimately, Scott Pilgrim Chapter 2 falls short of its potential, burdened by redundant details and juvenile fight sequences. For those seeking a more immersive and coherent experience with the series, skipping this chapter might be a prudent choice. A discerning edit to streamline the storytelling and infuse greater meaning into the action could transform this installment into a more integral and enjoyable part of the Scott Pilgrim saga.
I don't know if this is one of the many episodes of political correction of Netflix screwing up a perfectly good serie.
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- cgaraned
- Nov 21, 2023
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- Runtime27 minutes
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