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Fred Williamson’s Big Gamble: The True Story Behind 'The Big Score' (1983)
The Legend of Dirty Harry — And the Man Who Saw an Opportunity In the 1970s, Clint Eastwood turned Dirty Harry into a film icon. The character was so massive that Eastwood eventually grew tired of playing him. Scripts for future Dirty Harry movies were auctioned off so he could move on to other projects.
By Movies of the 80s11 months ago in Geeks
Welcome To Derry Where Racism Is Scarier Than Horror by NWO Sparrow
The Monster In The Sewer Is Not The Worst Thing Here The Scary Pennywise In The Sewer Is Not The Worst Thing in Derry The new HBO episode of Welcome to Derry sparks a chilling truth that sits far beyond supernatural thrills. Pennywise may be the face of terror in this town, but the real fear that crawls beneath the surface is racism. The latest episode exposes this brutality in a way that hits harder than sharp teeth or glowing eyes. It reveals how hatred among people can turn a whole community into a nightmare, even without a creature lurking inside the sewers.
By NWO SPARROW11 months ago in Geeks
An Unexpected Knock: Inside Lisa Romagnoli's "The Delivery Guy" (2025)
You know you can tell a lot about a person from their apartment. The Delivery Guy is a 2025 short film directed by Lisa Romagnoli. Carrie is on a date with Hunter when an unexpected visitor arrives. The delivery guy, Kyle, is someone Carrie used to date. As tension, drama, and gloating arise, Carrie has a decision to make.
By Marielle Sabbag11 months ago in Geeks
The Unpaid Architects of Superhero Empires: How Comic Creators Are Denied Their Fair Share
Many comic book writers and artists face a stark reality: they create characters who become global phenomena, generating billions for publishers, yet they receive almost none of the financial rewards. As one commentator noted regarding the staggering success of franchises like the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which has grossed over $20 billion, a key question remains: "How much... went to those who created the stories and characters in it?" Despite building their vast empires on the intellectual property devised by these creators, major publishers like Marvel and DC, under their standard contracts, largely deny them a fair share of the profits.
By Jenna Deedy11 months ago in Geeks
Steampunk Couples Outfits Inspired by Victorian Fashion
There’s something irresistibly cinematic about steampunk couples’ outfits. Think Victorian silhouettes, gears and goggles, leather corsets, long coats, and a touch of industrial fantasy. When two people dress together in the same aesthetic, it becomes less of a costume and more like a visual story—like stepping straight into a moody alternate past where elegance and technology collide.
By Aditya Agarwal11 months ago in Geeks
Netflix is Wrong, Going to the Movies is Not an Outdated Experience
Hollywood woke up Friday morning to the kind of news that makes agents skip breakfast, studio executives break into cold sweats, and industry group chats explode in all caps. After a bidding war that felt like a live-action crossover of Succession and Shark Tank, Netflix officially entered exclusive negotiations to purchase Warner Bros. for just under $83 billion. Eighty-three. Billion. Dollars. Even for an industry built on massive egos and even bigger budgets, that number rattled the room.
By Lawrence Lease11 months ago in Geeks
WWE Returns That MUST Happen In 2026
When wrestling fans talk about dream returns, we tend to float the obvious names — the icons, the disruptors, the nostalgia megastars who can blow the roof off an arena with one familiar guitar riff or a single raised eyebrow. But 2026 is shaping up to be a different kind of crossroads for WWE, one where strategic returns could rebuild divisions, revive midcard chaos, and give the product a much-needed jolt of the unpredictable. And look, I’m not shy about this: some departures over the last few years stung. They left holes on the roster that never quite got patched over, vibes that no one else replicated, momentum that evaporated the second those talents walked through the exit doors.
By Lawrence Lease11 months ago in Geeks
Zootopia 2 Movie Review
On its debut in 2016, Zootropolis found great success with likeable characters, superb animation and standout core themes. After a nine-year wait, the second entry has arrived, bringing back everything audiences loved while expanding outwards.
By Robert Cain11 months ago in Geeks
From Fantasy Vows to Real Lives: The Forgotten Newlyweds of 1983's 'Krull' Wedding Contest
A Wedding Day… and a Flop for the Ages Imagine planning your wedding — the dress, the guest list, the forever memory. Now imagine the landmark moment of your life is permanently entwined with a science-fiction bomb that cost tens of millions of dollars and baffled audiences for decades. For twelve couples from across America in 1983, that isn’t imagination.
By Movies of the 80s11 months ago in Geeks
'Stranger Things': Does A Movie Poster In Holly's Room Hint At How Her Story Arc Will Unfold?
WARNING! SPOILERS for Stranger Things season five, Vol.1. By now, most fans will have already watched the first four episodes of Stranger Things fifth and final season, known collectively as Vol.1. The central event of these episodes is the disappearance of Holly Wheeler, younger sister of Mike and Nancy Wheeler. Similar to Will Byers in the show's first season, Holly was abducted by a Demogorgon, and as we now know, both kidnappings occurred under the orders of Vecna/Henry Creel. Following Holly's kidnapping at the beginning of 5x02, most of Vol.1 is spent on the gang's efforts to locate and rescue Holly, and protect Holly's school classmates, many of whom have now become targets of Vecna.
By Kristy Anderson11 months ago in Geeks
What NXT Stars Will Be on John Cena’s Farewell Show?
Every once in a while, pro wrestling delivers one of those rare moments where the outcome on paper completely contradicts the impact in reality. This past week at Madison Square Garden was exactly that kind of moment for Je’Von Evans. Despite losing matches on both Monday and Tuesday, he walked away looking more polished, more legitimate, and more obviously destined for superstardom than many wrestlers do after months of televised victories. It was a week built not on triumphs, but on transformation, and Je’Von Evans emerged from it as one of the most talked-about names in the industry.
By Lawrence Lease11 months ago in Geeks
Why Rocky IV is still the best Rocky movie
Plot Summary After his friend Apollo Creed is fatally defeated by the imposing Soviet fighter Ivan Drago, Rocky Balboa travels to Moscow to seek justice and avenge him. Facing Drago's powerful strength and a brutal training environment, Rocky must push his limits in a climactic showdown that tests his endurance, bravery, and heart. The final confrontation becomes more than just a bout -- it's a testament to resilience, friendship, and the unbreakable human spirit.
By TheScreenAnalyst11 months ago in Geeks
