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Dune Prophecy
The second episode of Dune Prophecy left us with a lot of questions and there is sure to be some fallout from the death of Lila. Even more so we have been introduced to a lot of characters and storylines that we are going to need answers to before this show wraps. Now the show may have just started but at 6 episodes it is already almost over. This episode marks the halfway point, and what insight will we get?
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
'Grey's Anatomy' Season 21: 6 Questions We Can't Wait To Get Answered In The Show's Return
You know, the original theme song to the long-running ABC surgeon drama, Grey's Anatomy, really was onto something when it said "nobody knows where they might end up." Viewers saw the season end for its midseason finale on November 21st and as it usually does, we were left with some pretty big questions.
By Jenika Enoch2 years ago in Geeks
In Defense of Osgood Perkins’ Longlegs
2024 was a rollercoaster for the cinemas this year. The anticipated films teased for this year fulfilled or frustrated audiences. Of all the years I’ve been loving films, this was one for the books. When Osgood Perkins’ film “Longlegs” came up through the streams, people wanted to see what would be called “ The scariest film of 2024.”
By Samantha Parrish2 years ago in Geeks
10 Dystopian Movies Like "Leave The World Behind"
Since its release on Netflix, the gripping apocalyptic psychological thriller Leave the World Behind—an adaptation of Rumaan Alam's heralded novel—has been on everyone's watchlist. With a strong cast including Julia Roberts, Mahershala Ali, Ethan Hawke, Myha'la, and Kevin Bacon, this movie narrates the story of a family whose vacation goes berserk when a cyberattack hits and two unsolicited guests show up at their rental house in the dead of night. Here is a list of flawed movies like Leave the World Behind.
By Aaftab Pinjari2 years ago in Geeks
Inside Out 2
Inside Out was one of the most impactful Disney/Pixar movies to date. Lately they have been falling flat, not just in quality but in marketing. However because of the success of the first movie they seemed to put a lot more effort in the promotion of Inside Out 2. I am a big advocate for coming of age stories for young women because there simply aren’t a lot of them. So I was personally excited for this movie. Let’s see if it meets expectations.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
The Sunlit Night - A Movie Review
It’s a relief to be inside a place that knows what it is. The Sunlit Night is a 2019 film. Frances, an aspiring painter travels from New York to Norway for an opportunity to expand her art talents. She meets eccentric locals in the small town as she explores art and love.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
Spoiler Alert!: A Guide To Proper Spoiler Etiquette. Top Story - November 2024.
In the days before Internet, Social Media, and worldwide simultaneous episode drops on streaming services, having a film or TV series spoiled before you had seen it was a much less prevalent issue than it is today. Even though many U.S based TV shows aired weeks or months ahead of what was being seen in Australia, for example, the lack of immediate online discussion meant episodes remained unspoiled. The same was true for new release films. Unless you had encountered someone who had seen a film before you, and that person accidentally revealed plot details, you usually had more time to see a film before you needed to fear having it spoiled.
By Kristy Anderson2 years ago in Geeks
10 Creepy and Bizzare Movies Like "Midsommar
Grief is a powerful and often haunting theme that permeates the horror genre, and Midsommar (2019) is a striking example of this exploration. While it may not be the first horror film to tackle grief, Dani's (Florence Pugh) emotional turmoil is portrayed with such intensity that it leaves viewers feeling profoundly unsettled. This might answer your question, "Is Midsommar Scary?". Among the many exceptional horror films produced by A24, we don't know Where was Midsommar Filmed? But Midsommar stands out for its ability to evoke deep discomfort. Here is a list of Dreadful movies like Midsommar.
By Aaftab Pinjari2 years ago in Geeks
The Motel Life - A Movie Review
Think about the life you want, a place you can go and hide. The Motel Life escaped into theaters in 2012. Two brothers flee to the Reno Motel after a fatal hit-and-run accident. Either they turn themselves in or the situation will escalate.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
