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Reviews of the top geek movies, tv, and books in the industry.
Fixer Upper: Colorado Mountain House — A New Era of Rustic Elegance
When Fixer Upper first premiered, audiences fell in love with the show’s signature blend of creative vision, heartwarming storytelling, and the unmistakable charm of Chip and Joanna Gaines. Their influence on home design—warm woods, clean lines, timeless textures—has rippled across the country. Yet with Fixer Upper: The Hotel and later Fixer Upper: The Castle, it became clear the Gaineses were evolving, expanding beyond Waco while carrying their aesthetic and values into new territory. But Fixer Upper: Colorado Mountain House marks a refreshing shift: a return to the intimacy of personal home renovation, set against the dramatic landscape of the American West.
By James S Pope9 months ago in Geeks
BBC iPlayer in Australia for Free
BBC iPlayer has agreements with different content creators and studios to offer their content. These agreements are on a geographical basis. BBC iPlayer has the rights to distribute its content in the UK region only. However, you can use reliable VPN to unblock BBC iPlayer content in Australia.
By James S Pope9 months ago in Geeks
Shelby Oaks - A Movie Review
I know Riley’s alive, I can feel it. Shelby Oaks is a 2025 thriller. A woman’s sister has been missing after being abducted years ago. Refusing to give up, Mia's search leads her to a terrifying mystery at the hands of an unknown evil.
By Marielle Sabbag9 months ago in Geeks
Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 Review
When the first season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians hit screens, it marked a long-awaited moment for fans who had spent years hoping for a faithful, heartfelt adaptation of Rick Riordan’s beloved series. Now, with Season 2 on the horizon, anticipation has surged to a new level. Based on The Sea of Monsters, the next chapter promises higher stakes, deeper mythology, and an expansion of the emotional landscape that made the books such iconic fixtures of modern fantasy.
By James S Pope9 months ago in Geeks
How to Watch BBC iplayer in Canada?
BBC iPlayer has agreements with different content creators and studios to offer their content. These agreements are on a geographical basis. BBC iPlayer has the rights to distribute its content in the UK region only. However, you can use reliable VPN to unblock BBC iPlayer content in Canada.
By James S Pope9 months ago in Geeks
Bugonia . Top Story - December 2025.
Okay so I have a love-hate relationship with Yorgos Lanthimos. He is either brilliant, or he’s a self indulgent mess with no message of any kind and there really doesn’t seem to be any in between. So watching his movies is tedious. That said he always manages to pull in actors that I love so I always bite the bullet and watch whatever he puts out. This year's entry is Bugonia. And from a hit or miss director this one is a hit.
By Alexandrea Callaghan9 months ago in Geeks
Maxton Hall – The World Between Us Season 2 Review
When Maxton Hall – The World Between Us premiered, it quickly became one of the surprise international hits of its year—an irresistible blend of elite-school drama, slow-burn romance, and emotional intensity. Based on Mona Kasten’s bestselling Save trilogy, Season 1 ended with heartbreak, unanswered questions, and a promise of much deeper conflict ahead. Season 2 fulfills that promise with striking confidence. It is richer, more mature, and more emotionally resonant than its predecessor—an evolution that elevates the series from addictive teen romance to a genuinely powerful character-driven drama.
By James S Pope9 months ago in Geeks
My Secret Santa: A Cozy Holiday Romance Wrapped in Warmth and Second Chances
Holiday movies occupy a unique corner of our cultural landscape. They arrive every year like old friends—predictable, comforting, and full of nostalgic magic. Among the many festive releases that have filled streaming platforms and cable lineups, My Secret Santa stands out as a film that leans wholeheartedly into the genre’s charm while offering enough emotional sincerity to make it memorable. It’s a gentle, heartwarming story that celebrates connection, forgiveness, and the joy of discovering unexpected love during the season when anything feels possible.
By James S Pope9 months ago in Geeks
BBC iPlayer in Italy
BBC iPlayer has agreements with different content creators and studios to offer their content. These agreements are on a geographical basis. BBC iPlayer has the rights to distribute its content in the UK region only. However, you can use reliable VPN to unblock BBC iPlayer content in Italy.
By James S Pope9 months ago in Geeks
Weapons
Weapons was the talk of the internet when it first came out, but the response seemed to be like a flash in the pan. Honestly that’s part of the reason I put some distance between my watch and the film's release date unless it's something I’m dying to see. Not that I ever believe public opinion anyway but it's nice to see if the film's quality holds up against the internet’s attention span.
By Alexandrea Callaghan9 months ago in Geeks
A Tribe Called Quest: The Legacy in Their Last Goodbye
“When's the last time you heard a funky diabetic?” — Phife Dawg A line that’s become both iconic and heartbreaking. It hits differently when you know it came from one of hip-hop’s greatest voices. A man who helped shape an entire generation’s sound, and who wasn’t here to see the release of A Tribe Called Quest’s final album.
By MB | Stories & More9 months ago in Geeks
Revisiting The Visitors: How a 1993 French Comedy Became a Timeless Cultural Gem
Some films survive because they are masterpieces. Others survive because they are quirky, unpolished, chaotic, and utterly unforgettable. The Visitors (Les Visiteurs, 1993), the cult-classic French comedy directed by Jean-Marie Poiré, belongs squarely in the latter category—and that’s exactly why it continues to charm audiences decades later. Equal parts slapstick, satire, and absurdist fantasy, the film blends medieval mayhem with modern-day madness in a way that still feels fresh, even in a world saturated with time-travel stories.
By James S Pope9 months ago in Geeks
