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Modern popular culture topics in the geek sphere.

Black Adam
I finally saw Black Adam this weekend. Now I want to start by saying that my expectations for DC movies are astoundingly low and that story accuracy isn’t important to me, but characterization accuracy is. That said Black Adam led by the Rock was one of the worst pieces of mindless, braindead media I’ve ever sat through in my life.
By Alexandrea Callaghan4 years ago in Geeks
House of the Dragon v Rings of Power
With House of the Dragon and Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power being released and concluded around the same time fans can’t help but compare the two, at least a little. Though the two share the same overarching genre, their subgenres are different. House of the Dragon is medieval fantasy whereas Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power is high fantasy. Now to be clear House of the Dragon, and Game of Thrones simply would not exist without Lord of the Rings and Tolkien. Let's not pretend that George R.R. Martin came up with original thoughts, he simply rearranged the furniture Tolkien built.
By Alexandrea Callaghan4 years ago in Geeks
Young Frankenstein - A Movie Review
Did you say that you got this brain from Abby Normal? Young Frankenstein is a 1974 film. The grandson of the infamous scientist is adamant about verifying that his grandfather was not a madman. Traveling to Transylvania, he discovers the process of bringing the dead back to life.
By Marielle Sabbag4 years ago in Geeks
'Doctor Who': Every Classic Companion Attending The Support Group In 'Power Of The Doctor'
WARNING: SPOILERS for Doctor Who: The Power of The Doctor. The often hit-and-miss era of Jodie Whittaker, The Thirteenth Doctor, has come to a dramatic end in new Doctor Who special 'The Power of The Doctor'. As well as being The Thirteenth Doctor's final adventure, the special was produced as part of the BBC's Centenary celebrations, and Doctor Who's very special place in the network's long history.
By Kristy Anderson4 years ago in Geeks
Miles Teller
What can I tell you about Actor Miles Teller? He has appeared in numerous feature films with performances in Maverick, Whiplash, The Spectacular Now, War Dogs, and others; his roles have resulted in many awards and much praise. Additionally, he is a diehard Philadelphia Phillies fan and celebrated with other fans before one of the playoff games this year. Miles danced to the music Kenny Loggins’s song “Danger zone” with the team Mascot to get fans charged up.
By James Partin4 years ago in Geeks
'Up In The Air' - Film Review and Analysis
Ryan Bingham has chosen a different life path than most people he knows. Instead of staying in his hometown, reveling in the glories past of high school and the diner down the road, he wanted to leave his roots and his family for his true passion in life: being up in the air and striving for excellence as a motivational speaker. The choices he has made haven’t caught up to him yet, but he is on the path he has chosen that while unorthodox to most leaves him satisfied and content with who he is.
By Ben W4 years ago in Geeks
"Halloween Ends" Thoughts.
So it's been a couple of weeks since this movie came out now and the reactions were shocking. Now I would not call this a review, but I had to give my thoughts on this movie and how polarizing it was. I really enjoyed what Davis Gordon Green has done with these movies I wasn't sure what was gonna come of them when I heard he would be making two more after Halloween 2018. I really liked what they all did to this Halloween movie especially. With the franchise coming back from the dead I was excited to see these characters return. I never thought we'd ever see Jaime lee Curtis do another one of these movies again. So seeing her back for these was a real treat. Even though there were some issues I had with "Kills" I still found it entertaining. At the end of the day, it was a good trilogy.
By Travis Johnson4 years ago in Geeks
A Perfect Getaway - A Movie Review
Unless I’m mistaken, aren’t vacations meant to be for relaxing? A Perfect Getaway got off the plane in 2009. On their honeymoon, a newly married couple attempts to have fun and spend time together in Hawaii. Except, two serial killers are on the loose. Weary about everyone they meet, the couple is suspicious of two people they meet.
By Marielle Sabbag4 years ago in Geeks
Why Black Adam's RT Audience Score Is So High and why critics dislike it
DC's latest film Black Adam has deeply divided critics and audiences on Rotten Tomatoes. Audiences have given Black Adam, starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as the titular anti-hero, the highest audience score for any theatrically released DCEU film. Quite a stunning departure from Black Adam's 39% score from critics, making the movie certified rotten (via Rotten Tomatoes). During the film's opening weekend, Black Adam beat the bad reviews at the box office through the use of fan excitement, which could have a lasting impact on the DCEU.
By k eleanor4 years ago in Geeks
Comic Book Rewind
Welcome back to comic book rewind, where I watch older comic book movies and see how they hold up. Now I’ve got to round out the original X-Men trilogy so here we go with The Last Stand. This used to be my favorite X-Men movie as a kid, let's see how adult Alex handles this.
By Alexandrea Callaghan4 years ago in Geeks
Little Shop of Horrors - A Movie Review
Did I just hear that plant talk? Based on the musical, Little Shop of Horrors grew into theaters in 1986. A flower shop is on its last feet. Seymour, a shy and nerdy florist attempts to impress his co-worker, Audrey. Blooming a Venus flytrap, not only is the plant alive but it craves human flesh,
By Marielle Sabbag4 years ago in Geeks
The Midnight Club - A Netflix Series Review
The sound of stories are the sounds of lives. The Midnight Club aired on Netflix in 2022. Based on the 1994 novel written by Christopher Pike, the events center around a group of terminally ill teenagers living in a hospice house. Sneaking out of their rooms, they tell each other scary stories in the library at midnight.
By Marielle Sabbag4 years ago in Geeks