Matthew Guida

May 8, 2024 | cbr.com | Ciel Phantomhive |Matthew Guida |Brianna Albert |Chelsea Steele

By Matthew Guida , Brianna Albert , and Chelsea Steele Updated 9 minutes ago Some anime character backstories are so tragic, it breaks fans' hearts to watch them suffer, but sometimes heartache is a good path to a strong story.

Apr 15, 2023 | cbr.com | Matthew Guida

Though fewer in number, there are plenty of female characters in One Piece that are just as strong, if not stronger than their male counterparts. In the world of One Piece, there is no shortage of powerful individuals. Monkey D. Luffy, his Straw Hat crew, and the enemies they go up against all possess monstrous strength — especially following the show's two-year timeskip. While most of the series' strongest heroes and villains are male, the series benefits from plenty of powerful women too.

Mar 27, 2023 | apt613.ca | Matthew Guida

With the arrival of spring comes a plethora of activities and events that breathe new life into Ottawa’s arts and culture sector. One such event is currently underway at the Ottawa School of Art’s Orleans Campus: A new solo exhibition by B.C.-based visual artist Deborah Koenker, whose works have been exhibited across North America and beyond. From March 26 to May 6, Koenker makes her Ottawa debut with her exhibition Neither Safe Nor Quiet: Trouble Came.

Mar 6, 2023 | apt613.ca | Matthew Guida

After more than four years, the Ottawa Welsh Society (OWS) is proud to present the return of the Ottawa Welsh Film Festival (OWFF). Debuting back in 2019, the goal of the OWFF is to help Canadians learn more about the culture and language of the Welsh people.

Mar 1, 2023 | apt613.ca | Matthew Guida

Screenshot of Queens of the Qing Dynasty. Photo provided. After three long years, the International Film Festival of Ottawa (IFFO) will be celebrating its third edition by finally hosting its first fully in-person festival from March 8 to 19.