Articles and Essays

And Then There Were None (2005 Video Game); Review by Robin Franson Pruter
Christie’s mystery elevates point-and-click adventure game.

Thoughts on Cripping Up; Essay by Robin Franson Pruter
A few of my thoughts on the complex topic of “cripping up.”

Does The Royals Need to Go Away?
Sexual misconduct on screen and off may have irrevocably compromised E!’s mindless romp of soapy fun.

Spiritual Darkness: A Tribute to Leonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen’s music is filled with the endless quest to find meaning in the darkness of existence.

Tonight We Are All Cubs Fans
I confess to being uninterested in most sports. Actually, “contemptuous” would be a more accurate word. I crave narrative, not competition, when it comes to entertainment. My mother is the true sports fan in the family, and she’s always supported the White Sox. So, due to her influence, I am nominally a White Sox fan (even though […]