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Modern popular culture topics in the geek sphere.
'Rugrats': The Series' 10 Best Parodies
Hitting screens a little over three decades ago, Rugrats, one of the three original Nicktoons, remains an icon of popculture. The series is fondly remembered for how it tackled important issues, such as the loss of a parent, or gender equality, in subtle, fun, child friendly ways.
By Kristy Anderson4 years ago in Geeks
Why Use Magic in "Fiction"?
Do you know the different forms of energy in “Fiction”, the Ki, Aura, Nen, Haki, Cosmic, and the like? Well, I’ve been wondering, what makes magic stand out from other energy sources? If you could use any of them, would and should you use magic?
By Blankmarks4 years ago in Geeks
In Search of California Gothic
I first heard the term “California Gothic” in the bonus features of the Spider Baby DVD. Jack Hill’s weird comedy horror from the 1960s fits the bill because it’s set in a creepy old house in California. But is that it? Is that all it takes for a film to be considered “California Gothic?”
By J.S. Phillips4 years ago in Geeks
Actors You Didn't Know Appeared on Buffy The Vampire Slayer
Comprising 144 episodes over six seasons, Buffy The Vampire Slayer remains a staple of pop culture 20 years after it ended. One of the main strengths of Buffy was its casting, with the show eventually making stars out of Sarah Michelle Gellar, Alyson Hannigan, Anthony Head, David Boreanaz, Seth Green and Eliza Dushku, amongst others.
By Fergus Jeffs4 years ago in Geeks
Brendan Fraser has graduated from Hollywood “With Honors”
Darren Aronofsky’s The Whale is getting glowing reviews all over the world, and rumor has it this success could earn Brendan Fraser his first Academy Award as a leading actor. Well deserved, of course, as he delivers a compelling and poignant performance during the 117 minutes of the movie.
By Gene David Nieves Lara4 years ago in Geeks
That 90s Show - A Netflix Series Review
Time to head back to the Forman’s basement. That 90s Show is a 2023 Netflix series. Based on That 70s Show, Eric and Donna have a 16-year-old daughter. Staying with her grandparents for the summer, Leia makes new friends. She also gets into trouble and his to figure out a crush.
By Marielle Sabbag4 years ago in Geeks
'Pokemon': Ash's 8 Most Notable Unevolved Pokemon, And Why They Haven't Evolved
Ash Ketchum's Pokemon Journey is quickly coming to an end, as the Japanese airing of Pokemon: Aim To Be A Pokemon Master! closing in on the halfway mark. Episode five, 'Burn: The Squirtle Squad!' focused on a long awaited reunion between Ash and his Squirtle, now a famous Pokemon Fire Fighter, and also featured Bulbasaur and Charizard, who along with Pikachu, make up the remainder of Ash's very first Pokemon team still in his possession.
By Kristy Anderson4 years ago in Geeks
