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"Hadestown" Captures Broadway Magic on Film
To the world we dream about, and to the world we live in now. "Hadestown: The Musical" is a recording of the Broadway show. This modern musical retells the mythical Greek story of Orpheus and Eurydice. As the young lovers try to reunite in the post-apocalyptic world, King Hades and Queen Persephone are having marriage troubles.
By Marielle Sabbag3 months ago in Geeks
10 Tracks That Encapsulate Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Warning! Spoilers for Spider-Man: Brand New Day Once again, Spider-Man has graced my screen in an MCU appearance. That means my brain has been completely consumed by my favorite superhero. One of my favorite activities is making playlists – as seen for Formula 1 and Conclave. So, here we are once again talking about some music that demonstrates the vibes of this movie, hopefully perfectly.
By caitodoesstuff3 months ago in Geeks
25 Years Of The 'Rugrats: All Growed Up!' Special: Looking Back On This Iconic Nickelodeon Moment
July 21, 2026 marked the 25th anniversary of the airing of 'All Growed Up', the double-episode anniversary special for the beloved Nicktoon Rugrats . Airing as part of the series seventh season, the special features the babies imagining themselves in the future, as pre-teens in the days leading up to attending their first concert.
By Kristy Anderson3 months ago in Geeks
Penelope (2006) - A Trip Down Nostalgia Lane
It’s a pig’s nose, my best trait. Penelope is a 2006 movie. A young girl is cursed with a pig’s nose. The only way to break the curse is through true love. Penelope chooses to go her own way and leaves her home for the first time. As she spends time in the city, she meets new people and learns to trust her own instincts.
By Marielle Sabbag3 months ago in Geeks
Summerslam 2026: Who Won, Who Flopped, and Who Stole the Whole Show by NWO Sparrow
Let’s get one thing straight before we get into the grades , WWE doesn’t care how you feel about a match. Never has. They care about the finish, the reaction in the building, and whether the segment did its job. So why should your recap pretend otherwise? This isn’t going to be one of those 4,000-word breakdowns where I walk you through every rope hung DDT like it’s a film thesis. You watched the show. You know what happened. What you need from me is the verdict , not a running commentary on my own feelings.
By NWO SPARROW3 months ago in Geeks
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Review (Warning: SPOILERS)
After the emotional highs of Spider-Man: No Way Home , I expected Spider-Man: Brand New Day to continue building on Tom Holland’s version of Peter Parker. Instead, it felt like a completely different franchise.
By Navigating the World3 months ago in Geeks
The Odyssey Movie Review
For more than two decades now, Christopher Nolan has remained at the peak of high-budget cinema, his filmography elevated to major events with each new release. Entering uncharted territory, The Odyssey is the latest creation and it will surely be remembered as a masterwork in the pantheon of modern epics.
By Robert Cain3 months ago in Geeks
Spider-Man: Brand New Day - A Review
Spoilers for Spider-Man: BRand New Day Ahead! As a lifelong Spider-Man fan, it’s always a pleasure when the masked vigilante graces the big screen. I’ve seen every single Spider-Man film whether that was Tobey Maguire’s, Andrew Garfield’s, Tom Holland’s, or the animated Spider-verse films. Each and every time I come out with a smile on my face – yes, even after Spider-Man 3.
By caitodoesstuff3 months ago in Geeks
Spider-Man: Brand New Day - SPOILER Review
It's been a long wait, but it's finally here. Tom Holland's fourth MCU movie as the web-slinger, Spider-Man: Brand New Day , hit cinemas today. Was it worth the wait? Does Holland hit a bullseye once again? More than anything, does Spidey still seem to have a bright future in the MCU?
By Christopher Hales3 months ago in Geeks
'House Of The Dragon': The Surprisingly Sweet Moment In 3x06 That Has Deep Ties To Targaryen History
WARNING! SPOILERS for House of The Dragon 3x06 , 'Faceless Men'. As the Dance of the Dragons climbs ever closer toward what is certain to be a heartbraking climax in House of The Dragon's penultimate third season, we are seeing an increasing number of horrific moments onscreen, including the sudden death of Ser Criston Cole, and Gwayne Hightower's slaughter of Baratheon assassins to save the life of his nephew, Prince Daeron Targaryen , and (perhaps less enthusiastically) cousin, Lord Ormund Hightower.
By Kristy Anderson3 months ago in Geeks
My Movie Trailer Edits - Part 1
It's been a while since I started making movie trailer edits, so I thought "why not start sharing them more than ever?". My trailer edits literally consist of trailer audio covered with footage completely comprised from another movie. It's as simple as that. Some make sense to blend together, whilst others are just nuts and crazy ideas merged into one. I guess either direction is what makes it fun in the end.
By Christopher Hales3 months ago in Geeks
"Backrooms" (2026): One Concept Too Many?. Top Story - July 2026.
Where does this hallway lead? “Backrooms” entered theaters in 2026. Clark discovers a mysterious entrance in the basement of his building. It leads to various hallways. When he disappears, Mary, Clark’s therapist, investigates for herself.
By Marielle Sabbag3 months ago in Geeks
