The Monitor: Tom Cruise, Emotionally Satisfying Games, and Ghostface Killah
Summary
In this week’s edition of The Monitor, we dive into the latest sci-fi movie “Oblivion” starring Tom Cruise, a puzzle game on Steam called “Poppo E” that is emotionally moving, and the latest album from Ghostface Killah “12 Reasons to Die” recorded live with Adrian Young’s band.
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Q&A
- What’s the plot of “Oblivion”?
- Who else stars in the movie besides Tom Cruise?
- How does the game “Poppo E” differ from other puzzle games?
- What inspired the game’s creative director to make “Poppo E”?
- What’s the latest album by Ghostface Killah, and what makes it unique?
- Conclusion
Introduction
Welcome to The Monitor, where we bring you the latest news in pop culture. This week, we explore the latest sci-fi movie starring Tom Cruise, a surprising and emotionally moving puzzle game available on Steam, and the latest album by the legendary rapper Ghostface Killah.
Q&A
- What’s the plot of “Oblivion”?
- Who else stars in the movie besides Tom Cruise?
- How does the game “Poppo E” differ from other puzzle games?
- What inspired the game’s creative director to make “Poppo E”?
- What’s the latest album by Ghostface Killah, and what makes it unique?
In “Oblivion”, Tom Cruise plays a maintenance worker named Jack Harper who is stationed on a moon revolving around Saturn. He is sent back to Earth for a mission and meets a human resistance group. From there, the movie delves into the realm of sci-fi with advanced technology and an intriguing storyline that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Morgan Freeman also stars in “Oblivion” as a member of the human resistance group wearing steampunk goggles. The movie is directed by Joseph Kosinski, who previously directed “Tron Legacy”.
“Poppo E” is a puzzle game that has players guide a child through various obstacles while being accompanied by a monster who is addicted to poisonous frogs. The game takes a surprising and emotional turn as players are forced to navigate through the complicated relationship between the child and the monster.
The game’s creative director, Jason Cirillo, was inspired by his own experiences growing up with an alcoholic father. He wanted to create a game that explored the complexities of relationships and how even flawed individuals can still have moments of love and goodwill.
The latest album from Ghostface Killah is called “12 Reasons to Die”, and it was composed by Adrian Younge and recorded live with his band. The album has a soulful 70s feel to it, which is something that musicians often strive for in their productions. It’s a vivid and conceptually-driven album that is classic Ghostface Killah, but with a live score that sets it apart from his previous albums.
Conclusion
That’s it for this week’s edition of The Monitor, where we explored the latest in pop culture. From the sci-fi thriller “Oblivion” to the emotionally moving puzzle game “Poppo E” to the latest album by Ghostface Killah, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. See you next week for more pop culture goodness!
