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The MCU Was Never A Bold, New Experiment in Cinema
When the MCU first came onto the scene, it was praised as a bold new direction in storytelling. "The Narrative Experiment That Is the Marvel Cinematic Universe" went the title of an article by Maya Phillips in the New Yorker. "…the MCU can't forget the secret formula that made Phase 4 so groundbreaking," writes Nicolas Ayala in Screen Rant. Everywhere you look, people are praising this franchise that now spans multiple mediums and platforms for its originality.
By Alex Mell-Taylor4 years ago in Geeks
Friends
So in my analysis of the How I Met Your Mother, Friends and New Girl characters there are some groupings that are very obvious and some that are a bit of a stretch but the most glaring thing that came up is that Chandler doesn’t really fit in properly with any of those groups. So he gets his own article all by himself…
By Alexandrea Callaghan4 years ago in Geeks
Antman and the Wasp; Quantumania
Every time a Marvel movie is finally released the internet explodes, the trend now is to immediately shit on it whether the quality of the movie is good or bad. Reality is nothing to the internet so of course when Antman and the Wasp: Quantumania came out the internet did its thing. Now I saw this one a little later than normal so all I heard was how terrible this movie was and I am convinced that that opinion came from people who didn’t have the faintest clue who Kang was before this movie, thereby they needed this movie and their opinion is invalid. The reality of the film is that it was an Antman movie, nothing spectacular but it definitely was not bad.
By Alexandrea Callaghan4 years ago in Geeks
HIMYM, New Girl and Friends
Phoebe, Marshall & Winston The Comic Relief Yes it seems that this title should go to Chandler, but the reality is though he was funny he wasn’t really on the show for comic relief. What these characters have in common is quirks and inconsequentialism. They all get their own storylines of course, but they all seem separate from the rest of the group, nothing they do truly has any effect on anyone else.
By Alexandrea Callaghan4 years ago in Geeks
Cocaine Bear
So I have been so excited for Cocaine Bear since I first saw the trailer, when I found out it was based on something real I wanted to see it even more because the very idea of a black bear for realsies high on cocaine is hilarious. Lots of films we've seen lately have been intellectual and have made statements (or at least attempted to) and this movie was clearly just for entertainment and I was super ready to just shut my mind off for an hour and a half, so let's get to it…
By Alexandrea Callaghan4 years ago in Geeks
Fandom Disrespect is Real
Over the past couple of years, old-school franchises have gotten the new-school treatment. From Halo to Scooby-Doo, classic favorites have been picked up and rebooted by HBO, Paramount, and other big-time studios. With millions upon millions in budget and vastly different universes to bring to life, these studios have proudly focused on only one thing-disrespecting the communities that love them.
By Colin Wray4 years ago in Geeks
'Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania' How The MCU Remixed Cassie Lang's Journey To Heroism
Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania, the first film of the MCU's phase five, has arrived. Part of the film's plot features the transition of Cassie Lang from an adorable supporting character to a hero in her own right as she masters the use of her very own Pym suit.
By Kristy Anderson4 years ago in Geeks
7 Movies to Watch When You Are Sad
Feeling sad is a natural part of the human experience. Sometimes, we just need to sit with our emotions and allow ourselves to feel them. However, there are times when we need a little bit of help to get through tough times. One way to lift your spirits when you're feeling down is to watch a good movie. Here are some of the best movies to watch when you're sad, as they can offer comfort, inspiration, and a little bit of hope.
By Anezka Smidlova4 years ago in Geeks
The Lord of the Rings Trilogy: An Epic Adventure of Good versus Evil
The Lord of the Rings movie trilogy is an epic adventure based on the novel of the same name by J.R.R. Tolkien. Directed by Peter Jackson, the trilogy was released in three parts, beginning with The Fellowship of the Ring in 2001, followed by The Two Towers in 2002, and concluding with The Return of the King in 2003. The films were a massive critical and commercial success, earning a combined total of 17 Academy Awards, and are widely regarded as one of the greatest film trilogies of all time.
By Yahya Bukhari4 years ago in Geeks
What Fans Can Expect from the Highly Anticipated Adaptation
Peaky Blinders, a British television crime drama series set in the aftermath of World War I, has become a cultural phenomenon since its debut in 2013. The show, which follows the Shelby crime family as they navigate the criminal underworld in Birmingham, England, has gained a massive following for its stunning cinematography, gripping plot, and outstanding performances from its cast. In 2019, fans of the show were delighted to hear that a feature film adaptation was in the works. In this article, we will take a closer look at the upcoming Peaky Blinders movie and what fans can expect from it.
By Yahya Bukhari4 years ago in Geeks
To Leslie - A Movie Review
Make life what you want it to be. Based on actual events, To Leslie is a 2022 film. A single Texas mother squanders her lottery winnings, leaving her broke. Years later, Leslie is kicked out everywhere she goes. With luck running out, a hotel manager shows her kindness.
By Marielle Sabbag4 years ago in Geeks
