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Best geek movies throughout history.
Just Like Heaven - A Movie Review
I didn’t know I could talk to ghosts. Just Like Heaven appeared in theaters in 2005. David moves into a new apartment. Only, it’s haunted by the spirit of the woman who previously owned it. The pair team up to figure out her demise and communicate with others.
By Marielle Sabbag3 years ago in Geeks
Wonka (2023) Movie Review
"Candy serves no greater purpose than to simply be enjoyed. That's the essence of candy," declared the eccentric candy-maker Willy Wonka to a curious visitor at his factory, as immortalized in the cinematic adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic tale, "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." Fast forward to the present day, and director Paul King's latest venture, "Wonka," a prequel to the beloved story, brings this philosophy to life in a whimsical two-hour musical comedy. Drawing inspiration from Dahl's universe while carving its own path, "Wonka" aims to tug at heartstrings but primarily delights in entertaining, leaving the audience cheering as the villains meet their match.
By Diresh Sherid3 years ago in Geeks
Next Goal Wins (2023) Movie Review
Can a film be deemed formulaic if it draws inspiration from real events? Perhaps. Like any cinematic work, it ultimately hinges on the execution— the tone, the style, the narrative choices crafted by the filmmakers. "Next Goal Wins" serves as a compelling case study in this regard. This uplifting football comedy, co-penned and helmed by Taika Waititi (known for his work on two Thor films, "Jojo Rabbit," and more) alongside Iain Morris ("The Inbetweeners"), takes its cues from a true story. In 2014, Dutch-American coach Thomas Rongen embarked on a mission to train the American Samoa soccer team, aiming to redeem their spirits and qualify for the FIFA World Cup, following a devastating 31-0 loss to Australia—the worst defeat in World Cup history.
By Diresh Sherid3 years ago in Geeks
Suncoast - A Hulu Movie Review
Everyone is going through something real. Suncoast is a 2024 film. Upon moving her brother into hospice care, Doris strikes friendships with an eccentric activist and a group of teens from her school. As she struggles with her dilemma, these peer groups shed light on her situation.
By Marielle Sabbag3 years ago in Geeks
Io Capitano (2023) Movie Review
Matteo Garrone, the Italian director renowned for his stark portrayals of human nature, showcases his talent for capturing the depths of human cruelty in "Io Capitano." Unlike his previous works, Garrone's latest film follows the journey of two Senegalese cousins, Seydou and Moussa, as they embark on a perilous quest from Dakar to Europe. While their aspirations initially paint their adventure as a classic quest for fame and fortune, the harsh realities of migration soon shatter their innocence.
By Diresh Sherid3 years ago in Geeks
Red Right Hand (2024) Movie Review
"In these hills, survival comes with a price tag soaked in blood," purrs Big Cat (Andie MacDowell), a formidable Appalachian drug lord, moments before her henchmen offer a grisly sacrifice to her guard dogs. This gritty narrative sets the tone for "Red Right Hand," a gritty crime thriller penned by first-time screenwriter Jonathan Easley and helmed by directors Ian and Eshom Nelms, echoing the thematic undercurrents of their 2017 hit, "Small Town Crime."
By Diresh Sherid3 years ago in Geeks
All of Us Strangers (2023) Movie Review
In "All of Us Strangers," Andrew Scott embodies a profound ache that stretches across his features with thunderous intensity. His eyes, softly lidded, and his lips twisted, convey a haunting portrayal in Andrew Haigh's melancholic ghost story. Here, amidst the echoes of unsaid words, Scott, renowned for his fierce intelligence, delivers the pinnacle of his career, infusing shrewdness with tragedy.
By Diresh Sherid3 years ago in Geeks
Live Action Avatar the Last Airbender
We are starting to get better, past the first episode it has at least become watchable. We still seem to be having a problem with exposition, but at least the dialogue and delivery has gotten better. The other problem this show faces is its tone. For some reason they wanted to make it darker as if the show didn’t already deal with war, grief, and genocide. At its core it was a kids show. Now it was never JUST a kids show, like I said there were always some very heavy themes and the show got plenty dark but this show centers around children. Which means that they are going to be goofy and get distracted easily and that’s why the show is timeless, it's why it's multi-generational, it's why this show is so impactful and so rewatchable. And the Netflix version is gutting the show of its personality and charm.
By Alexandrea Callaghan3 years ago in Geeks
What If
Now that What If is back on Disney+ we are going to be ranking the second season of the MCU show. We will be going from worst to best. With a show like this, where every episode is self-contained I’m not sure you can really call any of the episodes “bad”. As there is no growth or fitting into an existing narrative there is really only less good, or more compelling. That said, this particular ranking list is going to be almost entirely subjective, unlike others where I have tried to speak as technically as possible.
By Alexandrea Callaghan3 years ago in Geeks
What If
Marvel’s series, What If has released its second season and we got more world exploration. As we see the multiverse build in the main MCU continuity, What If fills a void. The show allows the audience to see some of what goes on in other universes and timelines. Now as with any self isolated series some episodes are better than others. But it remains one of the MCU’s best shows.
By Alexandrea Callaghan3 years ago in Geeks
Best of Buffy
Okay we are almost done discussing one of the greatest shows of all time, Buffy the Vampire Slayer. We are on the final season, Buffy season 7. This last season is very tonally different from the rest of the series just because of how high the stakes are all season. We also get some new players as part of our regular group. The regular scooby gang had to call in some back up when dealing with this season's Big bad.
By Alexandrea Callaghan3 years ago in Geeks
