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Reviews of the top geek movies, tv, and books in the industry.
Rebel Moon Part One: A Dumpster of Fire
**SPOILERS** Oh, Zack Snyder...you and your ‘this isn’t Star Wars meets Seventh Samurai’ scheme, what did you do to us? I tried, I really did. The first fifteen minutes or so I thought we had something going on but quickly it all felt painfully familiar with themes and characters we’ve all seen before. We’ve got the evil Motherworld which is basically the Empire who have depleted their own world of resources and are in search of a planet that can make them sandwiches. One of the first images of them is their cylindrical ship leaaving what can only be describes as large space vagina. You be the judge. They find food makers in the village of the planet Veldt (It's not Tatouine) populated by a handful of farmers who proudly work their land and are home to our main protagonist Kora (Sofia Boutella). She is a brooding, isolated twenty-something with an attitude and with that well worn stereotype introduced we now know how this is all going to play out character wise for her. And yep, turns out she’s an elite trained soldier who escaped the Motherworld after their king, queen and their magical princess daughter Issa were assassinated. Issa could apparently bring dead things back to life (not using the Force) and was heralded as a messiah to her people. Well, she’s DEAD now viewers, don’t you feel angry? Well you SHOULD because Zack TOLD us so through three minutes of TOUCHING exposition. Does this play into the narrative? Does this motivate Kora for revenge? Nope. I don’t think it’s even mentioned again. So why bloody introduce us to it in the first place if it doesn’t advance the story? Well, viewers don’t ask questions, just suck it up and move on.
By Kevin Rolly3 years ago in Geeks
Saltburn - A Movie Review
Be cautious - your guest may not want to leave. Saltburn opened its doors in theaters in 2023. Oliver meets the charming and aristocratic. Felix during his semester at Oxford University. He invites Oliver to his estate where he meets his upper-class family. The summer is one nobody will forget.
By Marielle Sabbag3 years ago in Geeks
Lightsabers and Legacy: Can Rey Ever Measure Up to Luke Skywalker?
The Star Wars universe hums with a constellation of beloved characters, each etching their mark on the hearts of fans with their unique paths and challenges. Among them, Luke Skywalker and Rey stand as beacons, guiding the narrative and sparking passionate debate. Yet, their journeys evoke distinct reactions, Luke basking in unwavering adoration, while Rey's reception dances on a spectrum of fascination and critique. To unravel the threads of these contrasting responses, we must delve into the intricacies of their individual stories and the challenges they represent.
By WIME (World In My Eyes)3 years ago in Geeks
Where Childhood Meets Shadows: How "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" Reshapes the Magical World
The Harry Potter series is a literary landscape, spanning seven sprawling novels that trace the wizarding world's darkest corners and its brightest hopes. But amongst them, "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" gleams with a distinct, melancholic luminescence. It's a book that marks a poignant turning point, where childhood wonder surrenders to the unsettling whispers of adolescence, and the cozy castle walls of Hogwarts crack open to reveal the chilling realities beyond. Here, amidst dementors and time-loops, Harry stumbles not just into danger, but into the painful complexities of identity, betrayal, and the ever-present struggle between good and evil.
By WIME (World In My Eyes)3 years ago in Geeks
Over the Hedge - A Movie Review
What’s over that hedge is the answer to your food questions. Over The Hedge jumped into theaters in 2006. A scheming raccoon fools a mismatched group of forest creatures into invading the refrigerators of a suburban neighborhood to pay food back to a bear.
By Marielle Sabbag3 years ago in Geeks
My Review of "Thunderbolt (1995)"
Thunderbolt (1995) is a Jackie Chan movie that melds fighting along with race car driving. I know what you're thinking, yes, it does sound like a really weird combination. You also have to consider the time that it was created. The mid 90s was a very different time and this movie is very much a product of its time.
By Brian Anonymous3 years ago in Geeks
Cas & Dylan - A Movie Review
The best way to get unstuck is by talking about it. Cas & Dylan drove into theaters in 2013. Cas is a dying doctor who inadvertently winds up on an unexpected adventure with Dylan, a 22-year-old woman with no filter. As they embark on the road, they learn more about each other and life.
By Marielle Sabbag3 years ago in Geeks
Captain America: Civil War Movie Explained: What’s Up With the Ending?
Genre - Fantasy Director - Anthony Russo, Joe Russo Starring - Chris Evans (Steve Rogers / Captain America), Robert Downey Jr. (Tony Stark / Iron Man), Sebastian Stan (James "Bucky" Barnes / The Winter Soldier), Anthony Mackie (Sam Wilson / Falcon), Scarlett Johansson (Natasha Romanoff / Black Widow), Jeremy Renner (Clint Barton / Hawkeye), Chadwick Boseman (T'Challa / Black Panther), Elizabeth Olsen (Wanda Maximoff / Scarlet Witch), Paul Bettany (Vision) , Don Cheadle)Colonel James "Rhodey" Rhodes / War Machine), Paul Rudd (Scott Lang / Ant-Man), Daniel Brühl (Baron Helmut Zemo), Tom Holland (Peter Parker / Spider-Man), etc.
By Jordan Blee3 years ago in Geeks
Kahhori: From Tesseract's Touch to a Star of the MCU's Multiverse
The multiverse exploded with color and chaos in December 2023, as Marvel's What If…? season 2 unleashed a kaleidoscope of alternate realities and a brand-new hero unlike any we've seen before. Kahhori, a Mohawk woman born from the fertile imagination of Marvel Studios itself, emerged not just as a powerful addition to the animated landscape, but as a potential game-changer for the entire MCU.
By WIME (World In My Eyes)3 years ago in Geeks
Anyone But You
2023 is ending with one of the best rom coms of all time, Anyone But You. Now the first thing I have to say about this movie is fire the marketing team. When I first saw the trailer I wanted to see it because I like rom coms and Sydney Sweeney is hot. However there was nothing that even vaguely indicated that this romantic comedy was a Shakespeare adaptation. Literally the best romantic comedies of all time are Shakespeare adaptations and this movie is no different. Anyone But You beautifully adapts Much Ado About Nothing in a modern and entertaining way.
By Alexandrea Callaghan3 years ago in Geeks
My Review of "Dave Chappelle: The Dreamer"
Dave Chappelle: The Dreamer launched on December 31st 2023. What an interesting time to launch this comedy special. It's made to be the first controversial topic of everyone's talking point for 2024. This comedy special had pretty much everything any Dave Chappelle fans would come to expect from his special. He threw all of the jokes at us and I think most of them hit.
By Brian Anonymous3 years ago in Geeks
Poor Things
Poor Things starring Emma Stone was released at the end of December and it reminds us that film should be creative and a little bit weird. The movie takes risks and gives the audience a visually interesting exploration of humanity. Emma Stone delivers an Oscar winning performance and Mark Ruffalo delivers one of his most entertaining performances to date. Poor Things is sure to get the academy’s attention come nomination day and I can’t wait to see it receive recognition.
By Alexandrea Callaghan3 years ago in Geeks
