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Best geek movies throughout history.
Snow Cake (2006): A Poignant Tale of Autism, Connection, and Tolerance
Did you know no two snowflakes are alike? Snow Cake is a 2006 film. Alex Hughes gives Vivienne Freeman a ride home, but they get in a fatal car accident, thus killing her. Overcome with grief, Alex pays a visit to Vivienne’s mother, Linda, a high-functioning autistic woman. He stays around for a week as they become friends and learn to be more open-minded.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
Movies of the 80s: 'Smokey and the Bandit II' Lost Media: The Celebrity Olympics
It's been said that Burt Reynolds never wanted to make Smokey and the Bandit II. But then, the studio backed a truck full of money up to his home in Jupiter, Florida, allowed him to hire all of his friends, and shoot scenes on his own property near his house, and Reynolds finally relented. This leads us to the subject of this article, the star-studded Smokey and the Bandit II scene that you never got to see. A scene that is now only myth and legend. The Lost Media that is Smokey and the Bandit 2: The Celebrity Olympics.
By Movies of the 80s2 years ago in Geeks
Movies of the 80s: 'Why Would I Lie(?) The Wild Ride of Actor Lisa Eichorn
Researching the little known movie Why Would I Lie has led me to discover actor Lisa Eichorn, a true character among early 80s actresses. Searching for stories about the movie on Newspapers.com leads to a number of articles with interesting details about this little remembered, little regarded actress. For one, she and I share the same birthday, February 4th. More importantly however, this research revealed an actress of uncompromising integrity.
By Movies of the 80s2 years ago in Geeks
Six Dance Lessons in Six Week - A Movie Review
Dance is all about capturing the soul. Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks is a 2014 film. A retired widow hires a dance instructor for six weeks of private dance lessons at her home. Lily and Michael clash in various debates until they form a deep connection that evolves into a heartwarming friendship.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
Movies of the 80s: Top Critic Insults Aimed at 'Xanadu'
If you grew up as a Gen-X-er living through the 1980s then you remember Xanadu as that soundtrack record everyone's older sister loved. The movie was there too, I guess, but it was the soundtrack on every turn table that was the lasting legacy of Xanadu. The music by star Olivia Newton John, burnished by the slick production of producer Jeff Lynne and his band, The Electric Light Orchestra, proved to be the one thing people kind of liked about Xanadu.
By Movies of the 80s2 years ago in Geeks
Spiderman 4 Announcement
Recently, it was announced that Destin Daniel Cretton, the filmmaker behind Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, will be directing Spider-Man 4. This marks a significant shift for the Tom Holland-led series, as Jon Watts directed the previous three installments. While Spider-Man 4 is already in development, not much is known about Peter Parker’s next adventure.
By Suvveer Rajpaul2 years ago in Geeks
‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ Faces Harsh Criticism as October Premiere Approaches
The world anticipates the sequel release of the amazing Joker by Todd Phillips, Joker: Folie a Deux. While the early ratings of the film look relatively unimpressive, fans are still excited to flock to the theaters to see it for themselves. Here is everything you need to know about Joker: Folie a Deux and its release date.
By Total Apex Entertainment & Sports2 years ago in Geeks
Movies of the 80s: '10 Things to Know about The Fiendish Plot of Doctor Fu Manchu'
To say that the final film in the career of the legendary Peter Sellers was chaotic would be an understatement. Here are 10 things to know about The Fiendish Plot of Doctor Fu Manchu, the final film in the life of Peter Sellers.
By Movies of the 80s2 years ago in Geeks
Denzel Washington’s Son Praised By Father For New Film “The Piano Lesson”
Malcolm and John David Washington, sons of the legendary actor Denzel Washington, are due to be lauded for their work on the Netflix original film The Piano Lesson by The 60th Chicago International Film Festival. Their father also applauded Malcolm’s work on the film. The historical drama is based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning play of the same name by August Wilson. This marks the third Wilson adaptation produced by Denzel after 2016’s Fences in which he starred opposite Viola Davis and 2020’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom which also starred Davis and the late Chadwick Boseman.
By Total Apex Entertainment & Sports2 years ago in Geeks
Movies of the 80s: Top 11 Critics Quotes Insulting 'Raise the Titanic'
Recently, we covered 10 notable facts about Raise the Titanic. Now let’s talk about the critics. Much like another recent feature on the topic of a 1980 movie, Loose Shoes, critics loved making fun of Raise the Titanic. The film’s gaudy budget and status as one of the biggest flops in film history at the time, made Raise the Titanic a critical pinata.
By Movies of the 80s2 years ago in Geeks
