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Best geek movies throughout history.
Microcosm: The 'Black Panther' Movie and the Importance of Representation
Microcosm: Situation regarded as encapsulating in miniature the characteristics of something much larger. You could ask anyone I know. I am not personally a fan of action or sci-fi blockbusters. I either fall asleep or spend the time estimating the cost of each explosion or fake spaceship.
By Naike Kabore8 years ago in Geeks
How Justice League’s Gravely Misguided Interpretation and Application of 'Show, Don’t Tell' in Dialogue Distances the Audience from Its Characters
Justice League's release marked the christening of the namesake group of heroes on the big screen; the kind of cinematic event pure childhood wonder, larger-than-life fantasies, and whimsical role-play are made of. Usually. For a $300 million comic-book extravaganza—painted by many a skeptic as THE crucible of no return for WB's sprawling movie universe— whose primordial concern was supposed to be convincingly re-affirming its brand's struggling reputation to a new generation of audiences, this film sure takes viewers for granted. To better understand why, we must take a contextual look at what came before it.
By Maximilien Goudreault-Mayrand8 years ago in Geeks
Jesus Chrysler!
Jesus Chrysler! What's going on with Disney's 'Cars'? If you haven't seen Disney's Cars and Cars2, a really great family film about making friends despite your differences, where have you been? Go watch it, then come back here and have a read of this. I can wait. Done? Good.
By Hannah Solo8 years ago in Geeks
The Bloody Dozen
Everybody knows Quentin Tarantino has written and directed some of the best films in cinema history: from Pulp Fiction (1994) to The Hateful Eight (2015) and many in between. His films are instantly iconic with their memorable monologues and likeable villains. Tarantino is, without doubt, an auteur through and through, a director who knows how to construct a scene that will stay with you forever.
By Jada Brevett8 years ago in Geeks
Women of Wall Street
Wolf of Wall Street was released in 2013. It is based on true events of Jordan Belfort (portrayed by Leonardo DiCaprio) and is a black comedy, directed by Martin Scorsese, about yuppies lifestyles and Belfort’s career in the stock markets. The only women the audience view in his life are his first wife, Teresa (portrayed by Cristin Milioti), the many sex workers, and his second wife Naomi (portrayed by Margot Robbie).
By Jade Lenehan8 years ago in Geeks
Ranking the Movies of 2018 Week 4
Another week and another new number one movie of the year for my list of every movie I have seen in 2018. I wasn’t surprised this time, however, as Phantom Thread was among the most anticipated movies of the Oscar season. As much as I was deeply moved by last week’s number one movie, Just Charlie, Phantom Thread is a surpassing work of art from one of the finest filmmakers working today.
By Sean Patrick8 years ago in Geeks
'Justice League' Review
The film that I have been waiting for since I was 4. Hell, I didn't even know about the Avengers until I was 7, so the JLA was my number one in terms of superhero team ups. I grew up watching the Justice League Animated Series so seeing it brought to life brings the little kid out of me.
By Danielle B8 years ago in Geeks
How 'Trolls,' 'Moana,' and 'Kubo and the Two Strings' Teach Us Compassion, Empathy, and Understanding
In 2016, three (children’s) movies touched on an important theme. Today, I’m going to talk about them, and why these movies are important to our survival as a species. (Yes, you read that right. And no, I’m not exaggerating.) These movies are: Moana, Kubo and the Two Strings, and Trolls.
By Kim Anderson8 years ago in Geeks
Oscars Countdown: 'The Shape of Water'
Sometimes, the logic is simple. If it looks, sounds, and smells like a Best Picture nominee, it probably is one. And The Shape of Water has Best Picture written all over it. It’s not one of the more pretentious cases of “Oscar Bait,” which is always appreciated, but it is Oscar Bait, nonetheless. The film’s award results have been sporadic and, regardless of its success, I can’t say I enjoyed it all that much. For a concept that lends itself to some very different storytelling, the way the second half plays out is surprisingly straightforward, and I don’t think people watch The Shape of Water preparing to see something conventional. With that said, it is a wildly impressive movie that’s still a medium delight to any fans of this wonderful director.
By Mike Charest8 years ago in Geeks
'Kingsman: The Golden Circle' Movie Review
It's not as good as Secret Service, but it's far from the stereotypical bad sequel. It picks up not long after where Secret Service ends. If you read the comics, you would know that this story is about the villain named Poppy who wants to rid the world of illegal drugs by infusing her drugs in her own production company with a virus that kills the taker quickly and very painfully with a complimentary cameo of Elton John. Poppy, while a convincing villain, couldn't hold a candle to Valentine, however.
By Emilie Westall8 years ago in Geeks
