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Modern popular culture topics in the geek sphere.
The Spectacular History of "Treehouse of Horror"
One of the things I love the most about Halloween is, of course, "Treehouse of Horror," the annual Halloween-themed episode of The Simpsons. Seriously, how can you not love "Treehouse of Horror"? It's the one episode out of the season that breaks away from the norm (or close to it) of a typical Simpsons episode. The episode always consisted of three segments with different storylines, often using a horror or sci-fi theme, though recent years have borrowed from popular movies, regardless of genre.
By Clyde E. Dawkins2 years ago in Geeks
Labor Day Weekend @ Cobra Kai
After so many years, I finally...finally watched Cobra Kai! But before I could watch a show I've been wanting to get into for a long while, I had to finally watch the actual films. It took a while, but I did just that, watching Parts I, II, and III of The Karate Kid, and even watching The Next Karate Kid in case there's a connection there.
By Clyde E. Dawkins2 years ago in Geeks
5 More Shows I Am Concerned For as the Strike Continues On
So after the WGA and the AMPTP's meeting on Friday, August 4 resulted in no resolution, the strike continues. I'm going to be blunt--I'm scared. I've seen a lot of my favorite shows canceled for less than this. I didn't think this strike would be as bad as the one from 15 years prior, now...it has the potential to be exponentially worse. As I said before, it's the viewers who suffer. It's the equivalent of the familiar heartbreaking scenes at a number of houses--the writers and actors are the bickering parents, and we, the viewers, are the heartbroken children begging and pleading for Mom and Dad to stop fighting and settle things for our sake.
By Clyde E. Dawkins2 years ago in Geeks
Reviewing the Killer Season 2 Finale of "Cruel Summer"
Cruel Summer. Once only known as the title of a hit song by Bananarama, now it's the title of Freeform's highly addictive series. I thoroughly enjoyed Season One of the series, especially that last "wham shot" twist, but we would have to wait two years for the second season after its renewal. Once the promos were out and the date was set, I was over the moon with excitement!
By Clyde E. Dawkins2 years ago in Geeks
The Strike is On, and the Viewers Will Suffer
I am a devout optimist. I always believe in the best, and even when bad things happen, I often believe that they will be solved as soon as humanly possible, and all will be well. I had that optimism when the Writers' Guild of America went on strike a few months ago, and that was mainly because of their last strike about 15 years ago. I still remember the bits and pieces of that strike, and I figured that with this being a bit more of a modern time, this strike would be solved a bit quicker than the last one.
By Clyde E. Dawkins2 years ago in Geeks
Game Changer OTT Release Date . AI-Generated.
Enigma me this: how would you make a film for an age familiar with consuming Instagram reels yet create a film that endures 2 hours and 45 minutes? That is 165 minutes—identical to around 330 reels, assuming that a reel holds consideration for 30 seconds. For the more sensible range of 10 seconds for every reel, we're checking 990 reels out. As per a concentrate by MS College's Branch of Measurements, Gen Z consumes somewhere in the range of 360 and 480 reels in two hours every day. The speed of their visual utilization is directed by the swipe of a thumb, an unending stream of movement and dopamine hits.
By Tanushree Das2 years ago in Geeks
Pottel Movie OTT Review: A Casteism Drama That Tries to Do More
A movie coming on Amazon Prime and a police raid happening all of a sudden, we get to know about it from the news only. Yes, guys, once again, Amazon Prime silently brought the Hindi dubbed version of its movie Pottel in a flash, but I didn't know about it; I got to know about it only when someone told me. But does this movie deserve your time or not, let's find out.
By Ayush Verma2 years ago in Geeks
Addison Rae Finally Breaks Her Silence on Bryce Hall: The Truth Behind Their Relationship
Addison Rae is no stranger to the spotlight. With over 88 million TikTok followers, a blossoming music career, and a stronghold on pop culture, she’s one of Gen Z’s most recognizable stars. Yet, amidst all the glitz and glamour, Addison has consistently drawn a clear line when it comes to her personal life—especially her much-talked-about relationship with fellow TikTok star Bryce Hall.
By mureed hussain2 years ago in Geeks
Pushpa 2 Reloaded Version Explained
Everyone must have come to know that the new Reloaded Version of Pushpa 2 has come in theaters but no one knows that that extra 20 minutes has changed the entire story of the film. A total of 14 new things have been found, which will change the entire calculation of the upcoming Part 3 of the film in every way. I will tell you everything one by one. By the way, those who have not seen the film yet, then this topic is of no use to you. First, watch the film, and then you will understand what is the real meaning of these extra 20 minutes.
By Ayush Verma2 years ago in Geeks
Whiplash - A Movie Review
You’re here for a reason. Whiplash is a 2014 film about a promising young drummer, Andrew Neiman, who joins a cutthroat music conservatory. His demanding and abusive music teacher stops at nothing to make his students realize their potential at a dangerous cost.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
The Future of AI and Machine Learning
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just a buzzword anymore, it's rapidly transforming the way we live, work, and even think. In fact, AI is one of the hottest topics in tech today, and it’s expected to revolutionize nearly every aspect of our lives by 2030. From healthcare to gaming, finance, and education, the advancements in AI are nothing short of astonishing. But what exactly is AI, and how will it reshape the future? Let’s dive into this exciting journey of transformation and explore the potential of AI and machine learning in the coming decade.
By Diana Crooks2 years ago in Geeks
