With the reveal of Jacinto’s surprising character, “The Acolyte” received a jolt—in the form of internet thirst. But is it enough to save the series from its critical thrashing?
Geoffrey Bunting is a disabled freelance journalist and the burned-out husk of a book designer. He writes on a range of subjects including entertainment, technology, accessibility, and horny Star Trek. Besides The Daily Beast, he has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, Wired, Rolling Stone, Time, and others. He's scared of moths and especially talented at tying his shoelaces.
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