Update #2

Almost one whole year later since the last post, and here we are. The COVID-19 vaccines are rolling out all across the world. Top Gun: Maverick has been pushed back. Again. For the fifth time, in fact.

But I will not give up. I'm in the midst of writing a new review right now. While they might be posted a bit later than the day I watched the film, they'll still be coming nonetheless. Thanks for hanging in there. Onward with the Tom Cruise movies!

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