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Movie Reviews in 100 Words
Emilia Perez (2024) Director: Jaques Audiard I watched Emilia Perez in January and held off from reviewing it due to controversy. The Hollywood drama aside, Emilia Perez is a unique film. Most viewers have had mixed reviews on the musical aspect, but I liked the inclusion, making the film something different. The film stars a strong female trio, led by a fierce Zoe Saldana (Rita). Jaques Audiard was inspired to do the musical idea from a chapter in a novel about a drug trafficker seeking an identity change. The problem is that we didn’t need all the musical numbers, and the storylines could have been stronger.
By Marielle Sabbag10 months ago in Geeks
Why Goku Is the Most Overrated Anime Character of All Time
Anime fans won’t like this—but someone had to say it! Goku has coasted on power-ups and plot armor for too long. Here's why the so-called “hero” might be the most overrated anime character of all time.
By Kai the Real Z-Fighter10 months ago in Geeks
7 Iconic Fashion Eras That Still Influence Today’s Wardrobe
When fashion takes a walk down memory lane, it doesn't just borrow trends—it revives entire eras. From the delicate grace of the Regency period to the rugged charm of pirate fashion and the fantastical twist of steampunk, timeless styles continue to shape modern wardrobes. Whether you’re a historical fashion enthusiast, a cosplayer, or just someone who loves a good aesthetic, these looks let you express your style with story.
By Aditya Agarwal10 months ago in Geeks
Running Point Netflix Series Review
Are you sure you can shoot all these hoops at once? Running Point made the winning basket and appeared on Netflix in 2025. Isla Gordon has been appointed president of the L.A. Waves basketball team. Excited for this opportunity in the family business, she aims to prove others' skepticism wrong.
By Marielle Sabbag10 months ago in Geeks
Pirate Dress Code Decoded
⚓ Why Pirate Fashion Never Dies There’s something eternally iconic about pirate fashion — the drama, the detailing, the vintage vibes that still hit in 2025. Whether you're heading to a themed event, cosplay party, Renaissance fair, or you just live for timeless fashion with a story, the pirate aesthetic brings that perfect combo of ruggedness and elegance. But what makes up the ultimate pirate wardrobe? Let’s decode it 🧭
By Aditya Agarwal10 months ago in Geeks
Fantasy Cast for The Challenge: Exes III
The Challenge is on its 41st season now. We have had some iconic themes along the ways such as Rivals, Battle of the Era's, War of the Worlds and more. One of the most exciting seasons is Exes though. Exes II was the last time we had this theme and it was back in 2015. 10 years later they need to bring this theme back and give us Exes III. Here is a fantasy cast of 16 teams with the theme of Exes II.
By Dylan Deckard10 months ago in Geeks
Shadow the Hedgehog on YouTube
While watching videos on YouTube for my favorite scene in the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 film, I came across the Featurette video where actor Keanu Reeve the Voice of Shadow the Hedgehog, talk about the reveal of Shadow how he felt excited and pressured about doing the voice for Shadow because a YouTube video of the audiences reaction from the post credit scene from the Sonic the hedgehog 2.
By stephanie borges10 months ago in Geeks
The Last of Us Season 2
The Last of Us Season two, episode 2….oof. Like I anticipated, the creators of the show did absolutely nothing to fix the problems that the game had. They decided to double down on their poorly structured, emotionally hollow story for no other purpose other than shock value. Yes Joel died, but that is genuinely not the problem with this story. From what I understand the “theme” to The Last of Us 2 is about grief, loss and the destructive cycle of violence. However the ending of the game does not, at all, line up with Ellie’s story throughout it. And as they have not changed anything about the delivery of the first part of the story, I have no hope for any correction of the ending.
By Alexandrea Callaghan10 months ago in Geeks
How ‘Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice’ Could Have Been Better
The world has mostly hated on ‘Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice’ since it’s release nearly a decade ago. But let’s be fair, it does have it’s good points. A seasoned Batman. Seeing Bruce Wayne’s perspective of ‘Man of Steel’’s final fight. Superman being made to answer for the destruction of Metropolis. The introduction of Wonder Woman. There are things to give a thumbs up on. Having said that, it definitely has deserved some negative feedback, and could have been made so much better.
By Christopher Hales10 months ago in Geeks
Doctor Who: Who Is Mrs Flood?
Since Ncuti Gatwa's first full episode as our heroic Time Lord, we've had one question on our lips. Who is Mrs Flood? The mysterious next door neighbour of Ruby Sunday (and now Belinda Chandra) has been a huge mystery since Christmas 2023 and we're yet to understand her true identity and intentions. She seems sweet and bubbly here and there, then she also seems to have a sinister and other-worldly side.
By Christopher Hales10 months ago in Geeks
Signs You've Been Watching Too Much Chainsaw Man!
Since its debut in 2022, Chainsaw Man is undoubtably an incredibly popular manga and Anime series. Set in an alternate history of 1997, Chainsaw Man deals with a world under constant threat of supernatural beings called Devils, entities based on humanities fears or phobias.
By Halden Mile10 months ago in Geeks
