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An Amazon in the Past
There are many people growing up, like myself, who saw Lord of the Rings by Peter Jackson in 2001. They were in enthralled on how wonderful and creative it was in its magic and set design; each architecture and piece was set to perfection, with even the music by Howard Shore. Yet, there exists in the making, a tv show that is set to rediscover that magic again: Amazons Lord of the Rings, but akin to the Simarillion (set thousands of years ago).
By Paul Fales5 years ago in Geeks
The Dilemma of Choice
There was this, once upon a time. Choosing a show on the tele was easy peasy. Sesame street was a bouncy breakfast staple for the kids and many grown ups devoured Dynasty for dessert. After all, the Ewings were a thrillingly naughty bunch lol. Oh and don't forget The Love Boat with a bit of sensual something for everyone. We had choices in days gone by, and we were content with the simplicity of a small smorgasbord of shows on offer. Tele brought our families together. There was no rewind. No fast forward. Your show was on NOW. You showed up for it. You were left on the edge of your seat until the following Monday night.
By Louise Symons5 years ago in Geeks
If not Highlander, then Outlander
If not the movie "Highlander", then the TV series "Outlander". I remember the first time that I had seen the movie "Highlander". It was in the mid 80's. This was during a time that a lot of science fiction and fantasy movies were coming out. Some of them were pretty impressive with the most up to date special effects at the time. Computer Generated images (CGI) was in its mere infancy so some of the special effects could be now labeled comical in comparison to today's special effects.
By Joseph Pettway5 years ago in Geeks
IF Sheldon, THEN Kevin
I’m frustrated. Maybe it's because we’ve been living through a global pandemic since last year. Maybe it’s the unrelenting and increasing civil unrest. Or maybe it’s just realizing that the doom-and-gloom conspiracy theorists have wasted their time prepping for a zombie apocalypse when they should’ve been readying themselves for an avalanche of insufferable stupidity.
By D.H. Dyer5 years ago in Geeks
Cancelled Or Ongoing, These Titles Are Worth Your Time
People say that they want to watch new things. However, whether people care to admit it or not, they tend to make selections based on at least some degree of familiarity. First, I will list a few titles that I am sure many people love. Afterward, for each one, I will recommend a familiar title that perhaps may not have been on your radar.
By Steven Shinder5 years ago in Geeks
"Harry Potter" Fan Theories: The Boy Who Lived or The Boy The World Forgot?
In the Harry Potter series, it should be evident that Harry is the subject of all significant events. Right? Was Harry destined to be the Boy Who Lived? Or did Voldemort inadvertently create his own nemesis? One Harry Potter fan theory with the most traction is that Professor Trelawney's prophecy applied to Harry and Neville Longbottom.
By The Nerd Habit5 years ago in Geeks
The Three Cs
Ask me about a perfect partner and I wouldn’t know how to respond. That answer is buried somewhere under a revolting quantity of more important questions, for example – what’s my favorite snack while gaming? Well, it has to be something that leaves me less inclined to leave a trail of fingerprints on my controller. Another character defining question, flight powers or ability to breathe under water? Come on, Mariana’s Trench has been such sleep-depriving mystery, why would I pass that up? Cthulhu is real, prove me wrong. And lastly, what makes a perfect show/film, worthy of recommendation? This right here is the question any self-respecting writer would cross their legs over, push their glasses to the bridge of their nose and remark, “you chose the red pill, huh.” This question is loaded. Six-chambers deep into analytical composites, compound understanding and complete and utter indulgence. Afterall, this is opinion. But thinking deeply keeps me from getting existential with other matters in life, so without further delay, let’s get to it.
By Patrick Santiago5 years ago in Geeks
If you liked Departures...
We've been cocooned in quarantine for over a year now, and some sort of metamorphosis is inevitable. It's been a time with its share of stress, isolation, and--hopefully!--growth.
By Theis Orion5 years ago in Geeks
What our Inner Child Wants to Watch
You know what everyone needs right now in this chaotic world? A stroll through memory lane to remember our cherished childhood memories, to hopefully develop those forgotten muscles on our faces, to produce a simple smile. If you’re still young and haven’t been dumped on by life yet, you should still do this exercise (easy reading), since you’re going to regret growing up and wish you’re Peter Pan, but staying young forever only happens in Neverland. And if I’m like you, then you grew up watching Disney movies with your family and friends (or by yourself). If you didn’t then you need to have a talk with your parents because you’ve been robbed of classic animated masterpieces that shaped the world. With that said, I thought it’d be best to recall some classic Disney movies that have defined the childhood of many people, and recommend new ‘adult films’ (no, not porn… Pirates), so that there’s always an intimate relationship between them, and when we start to play ‘adult’ and do ‘adult’ things like watch ‘adult films’ (again, not porn you pervert! Pirates II: Stagnetti's Revenge!), our minds will automatically take that stroll through memory lane and make us smile.
By SocrateZ5 years ago in Geeks
So bad it's good
Hear me out -- I can’t be the only person who enjoys a good bad movie. Call it whatever you want: a distraction, comedic relief or some kind of self-loathing punishment -- bad is not the antonym of entertaining. Now, this comes in a variety of forms, from the nostalgia-inducing teen dramedies that you swore were cinematic gold when you first saw them, to the mind-numbing delights that provide nothing more than comedic escapism. And we obviously can’t let reality TV sit this one out.
By Caitlyn5 years ago in Geeks
‘That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime’
This series is about the adventures of reincarnated Satoru Mikami as a Slime. Having had died saving his subordinate from a crazed knife wielding maniac, the cute slime comes across the magically entrapped Storm Dragon: Veldora. This catastrophe level monster has been entombed in an elaborate cave system for 300 years and in an embarrassing moment admits he wants to be friends with the slime. Through a new bond of friendship Veldora renames the slime as Rimuru Tempest.
By Victoria Blitz5 years ago in Geeks
If The Best Man, Then Friends from College
People love to make grand generalized statements about the higher learning experience. College is a conundrum. It is never internalized the same from generation to generation or from one student to the next. The Best Man and Friends from College are hilarious depictions of people who have met lifelong friends in college and those who should probably distance themselves from their college tribe. It would be easier if these groups of friends named themselves like the Flossy Posse in Girls Trip or the Goonies, or Divas like Will’s mother and aunts in the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Alas, they do not, so you will see the word friend a lot.
By Jada Ferguson5 years ago in Geeks