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House of the Dragon
House of the Dragon season 2, episode 3. This is where the internet (at least the side of it that has read Fire and Blood) believes that Rhaenys is going to die. That said, the last episode really didn’t do much to progress the actual war part of this war so I suppose we will see. Honestly I think what made Game of Thrones so compelling was the political conversations and moves being made, that occasionally led to battle. But House of the Dragon really isn’t doing much of either. They seem to be spending more time on the interpersonal relationships of each side which were not relevant parts of the book at all. Alicent isn’t even mentioned for like 100 pages of the dance so why am I seeing her so much? Anyway just further proof that the writing team doesn’t understand their source material.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
10 Shocking Differences Between the Dexter Books and Show
10 Shocking Differences Between the Dexter Books and Show It's been nine years since the book series, 3 years since the New Blood series, and 11 years since the original TV series, so there will be some spoilers in the 10 Shocking Differences Between the Dexter Books and Show. Buckle up your seatbelts. Here we go.
By Niko Banks2 years ago in Geeks
What in the Axel F.........is Going on With this Film?!
Eddie Murphy is BACK reprising his role as wisecracking cop, Axel Foley, heading back to Cali once again. This time, it’s not only to arrest some bad guys but to bring some prestige back to the “BHC” franchise and rid himself of that awful stench from the last film.
By Digital_FootPrint12122 years ago in Geeks
Big Fat Liar - A Movie Review
Lies will only make the situation worse. Big Fat Liar is a 2002 film. Fourteen-year-old Jason Shepherd has a habit of lying. To make up for his failing grade, he writes a killer essay. Only it’s stolen by big-time Hollywood producer, Marty Wolf, who turns it into a smash-hit film. With nobody on his side, except his best friend Kaylee, the duo travel to Hollywood for the ultimate revenge.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
Regent Theatre's Return to Reason: A Step Back in Time
‘I would photograph an idea rather than an object, a dream rather than an idea’ - Man Ray The Regent Theatre celebrated one night only of 100 years of Return to Reason, a collection of four 1920s silent films by Man Ray. The compilation features Le Retour a la Raison (1923), Emak-Bakia (1926), L’Etoile de mer (1928), and Les Mysteres du Chateau de De (1929). Accompanied by a new music restoration, the films explore poetic visual storytelling.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
The Boys
Last we left our intrepid heroes Annie beat the shit out of Firecracker on live television. Firecracker also admitted to raping a 15 year old boy on live television but no one seemed to care about that. Butcher’s brain problem seems to have a life of its own and it is causing Butcher to hallucinate, blackout and potentially retain some of the power he had from the Compound V. Frenchie confessed his secret to his boyfriend, Kimiko had a showdown with the girl from the little fighting ring she was raised in. And Huey gave his dad some V and that perhaps saved his life? We will find out.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
The FALLOUT Series and the Question of Enemies
Just binge watched the entire season of FALLOUT. All eight episodes in a row because I’m a good little film addict that way. The end credits were coming up with he sun and I have to say it was worth the rough day ahead. That's how good I think the show is.
By Kevin Rolly2 years ago in Geeks
I Saw the TV Glow - A Movie Review
We need to talk about the new episode of The Pink Opaque. I Saw the TV Glow is a 2024 film. Two teenagers bond over their love of a supernatural TV show, but it’s mysteriously canceled. Owen and Maddy are trying to understand their worlds and fighting for an escape from reality.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
Ishq Vishk Rebound's Love Narratives: Recognizing Tokenism in Bollywood
Ishq Vishk Rebound's Love Narratives: Recognizing Tokenism in Bollywood The latest romantic release 'Ishq Vishk Rebound', delves into the complexities of modern relationships and the blurred lines between love, friendship, and heartbreak. Co-written by Vaishali Naik, Vinay Chhawal, and Ketan Pedgaonkar, the film navigates the confusion surrounding love in today's society. Following the story of childhood friends Raghav, Sanya, and Sahir, played by Rohit Saraf, Pashmina Roshan, and Jibraan Khan respectively, 'Rebound' explores the dynamics of their intertwined relationships. As Sanya and Sahir's tumultuous romance affects Raghav and Riya, played by Naila Grewal, the friends find themselves entangled in a rebound romance that threatens to jeopardize their bond. Can their 'ishq vishk' fling survive the test of time, or will it ultimately tear them apart?
By Hridya Sharma2 years ago in Geeks
Jaws: The Revenge... Even Sharks Avoid it
Sharks don’t take things personally, or so you’d think. As the fourth installment of the Jaws franchise, Jaws: The Revenge swam out of the ocean onto the big screen in 1987. While trying to enjoy a vacation in the Bahamas, the Brody’s are attacked by another man-eating shark. Ellen Brody believes the shark is out for revenge and attempts to stop its vengeance.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
