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'Phineas and Ferb' Need Your Help in Their Emmy Campaign!
Phineas and Ferb is one of the most well-loved Disney programs in recent memory; like the classics (The Proud Family, American Dragon, and Kim Possible to name a few), it's one of these "kids" shows that doesn't talk down to its target audience. It's not afraid to explore darker and even tear-inducing themes, but always keeps its audience in mind, by blending in comic elements and unforgettable songs.
By Karina Thyra8 years ago in Geeks
Netflix and Chill
I love Netflix. I really do. Sometimes it feels strange to live in this day and age. Often I wish I was born about 300 years in the past; occasionally, I think it would be nice to be born about 300 years in the future. I'd either want to live in a small village and not worry about the world, or I'd want to live in a world not as confused and crazy as this one.
By Russell Brummer8 years ago in Geeks
5 Things We Must See When 'True Blood' Comes to Broadway
It's been two years since the sexiest vampire show on TV, True Blood, met its inevitable true death. Seven fangtastic years and a dedicated legion of fang-loving Truebies weren't enough for a revival or a spin-off (still rooting for New Blood).
By Karina Thyra8 years ago in Geeks
Getting to Know George Washington Williams: the Real Life Historical Figure in 'The Legend of Tarzan'
From the get-go, we deduced that #TheLegendofTarzan would be unlike its predecessors; nor would it simply be just an update to the classics. It was nearly the same premise, the same main characters, but did you know that it also featured a hefty historical backdrop? Samuel L. Jackson stated that the new Tarzan would give us a new glimpse into the history behind the story. The movie will be loosely based around the history of the Congo, including its decimation by Belgian colonial forces, he said in an interview with NZ Herald:
By Karina Thyra8 years ago in Geeks
From Ape Man to English Gentleman: the 7 Great Actors Who Donned Tarzan's Loincloth
Edgar Rice Burroughs first introduced us to Tarzan in the novel Tarzan of the Apes. Some religiously followed the rich lore of Tarzan from the very first novel up to the 25th. Not long after, this famous literary character was adapted for both the silver screen and the small screens.
By Karina Thyra8 years ago in Geeks
So Fetch! 5 of Lindsay Lohan's Most Memorable Performances
Before all the wild parties, booze, and drugs, Lindsay Lohan was this fresh-faced, adorable, little red-head. We loved her since her impressive performance in The Parent Trap. LiLo's future was bright and promising, and she already had an awesome filmography at such a young age. She has worked with Hollywood A-listers such as the late Natasha Richardson, Tyra Banks, and Jamie Lee Curtis.
By Karina Thyra8 years ago in Geeks
What Alexander Skarsgård Did After 'The Legend of Tarzan' Is What All of Us Would Do
Before Alexander Skarsgård was cast as the king of the jungle, his body was ripped already — but much leaner than his insanely ripped physique now. On July 1st, his new movie, The Legend of Tarzan will hit the theaters.
By Karina Thyra8 years ago in Geeks
Happy Birthday, Natalie Portman! Take a Look at Her Six Greatest Roles
The first time I saw young Natalie Portman as the child assassin Mathilda in Léon: The Professional, I was instantly smitten. It was one of the roles that introduced us to the would-be A-lister and Hollywood powerhouse.
By Karina Thyra8 years ago in Geeks
In Defense of Alice Through the Looking Glass
Back in 2010, the Tim Burton-directed Alice in Wonderland made a billion dollars in the box office, despite the fact that the critics weren't too impressed with it. Of course, a sequel was inevitable - even though it took too long.
By Karina Thyra8 years ago in Geeks
Advice for Beginner Cosplayers
When you first hear of cosplay what do you think? Playing dress up? What is cosplay? Or I have heard of it and want to try it, but do not know where to start? Well, first you need to start with what is cosplay? Cosplay is a noun, and it is the practice of dressing up as a character from movie, book, or video game especially one from the Japanese genre of manga and anime. Then you can move on to what you want to cosplay. You can cosplay anything or anyone. Some of my favorite characters to cosplay as are Mituna from the webcomic Homestuck, Hikaru from the anime Ouran High School Host Club, Grell from the anime Black Butler, Juuzou from the anime Tokyo Ghoul, and also some original characters.
By Scary Trans Cosplayer8 years ago in Geeks
