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Supernatural Clowns in Horror: From Killer Jokesters to Demonic Forces
The clown archetype has long teetered between humor and terror, representing both joy and fear. This tension is amplified in horror cinema, where clowns often embody supernatural evil, transforming into killing machines that blend gore with dark humor. Over the decades, the supernatural clown subgenre has produced iconic figures that push the limits of horror, creating a potent mixture of dread, violence, and grotesque amusement.
By Nazgol Rasoolpourabout a year ago in Geeks
'Agatha All Along': Why Agatha's Surprisingly Civil Reaction To Billy Makes Sense
WARNING! SPOILERS for Agatha All Along eps 1-6 While there have been a few red herrings and misdirects along the way, viewers of Agatha All Along were, for the most part, relatively unsurprised by the reveal that Joe Locke's mysterious 'Teen' character is actually Billy Maximoff, the son of the supposedly late Scarlet Witch, Wanda Maximoff. What they have been somewhat surprised by is Agatha's reaction to the reveal.
By Kristy Andersonabout a year ago in Geeks
Gilmore Girls
I have started my yearly rewatch of Gilmore Girls as one does in the fall. And I of course have many thoughts on the show. I first watch this show when I was super young, I used to watch it with my mom. I didn't actually watch the full series until college, and now I watch it all the time and it makes me feel close to my momma.
By Alexandrea Callaghanabout a year ago in Geeks
Cynthia Erivo & The Wicked Poster Drama
Cynthia Erivo’s recent uproar over the fan-altered *Wicked* movie poster has reignited discussions about the role of image in Hollywood and the complex relationship between celebrities and their audiences. At the heart of this controversy lies an intriguing history: *Wicked*’s original Broadway poster from 2003 cleverly avoided showcasing any specific actor’s face. The design, an illustration of the witch Elphaba with her iconic green skin and Glinda whispering into her ear, has since become iconic. By excluding any actor’s likeness, the artwork transcended individual performances and became a timeless representation of the story, a tactic that allowed the production to avoid the pitfalls of recasting actresses in long-running shows. The faceless design also helped preserve the mystique of the story rather than centering on any one performer.
By Nazgol Rasoolpourabout a year ago in Geeks
"Reclaiming the Rite: Female Empowerment in Modern Religious Horror"
In recent years, religious horror cinema has seen a powerful shift, placing women at the forefront of battles traditionally waged by priests and religious figures. This shift challenges the conventions of Christian-centered exorcism narratives, transforming the genre into a space where female empowerment takes center stage. Instead of relying solely on the authority of the church, these films delve into deeper personal struggles, family trauma, and internal battles, with women often leading the charge.
By Nazgol Rasoolpourabout a year ago in Geeks
1000 Babies Web Series Review: Not as good as I expected
Hello, Ji how are you all hope you all are well believe it or not Malayalam cinema always does something unique and different I have seen many amazing Malayalam movies I mean everyone can't reach the level of their content but now it is the turn of web series that the first show on Hotstar was The Kerala Files and now other Malayalam show has entered the market named 1000 Babies so will it increase the respect of Malayalam cinema or decrease it, come let's have a little discussion.
By Ayush Vermaabout a year ago in Geeks
Movies of the 80s: 'Steel' and the Death of A.J Bakunas
The movie Steel was released two times in 1980. The first release came in August 1980 with ads that touted dramatically, "They reached for an impossible dream and built a miracle." This refers to the premise of the movie which is about a ragtag group of construction workers who, under the leadership of Lee Majors, put the finishing touches on a Kentucky high rise before it defaults back to a greedy magnate.
By Movies of the 80sabout a year ago in Geeks
Cosplay Do's and Don'ts: Part 3. Content Warning.
As I prepare to attend my final convention as a cosplayer later on this month, I'm back to share some more cosplay do's and don'ts on here. It's been five years since I posted Part two of these helpful cosplay tips. Yes, I know it's been a long time, but I'm back to assist you. If you would like to read the first two parts of my own cosplay do's and don'ts, the links are down below:
By Mark Wesley Pritchard about a year ago in Geeks
The Pitfalls of Adaptation: Deviating from Lore in Iconic Book Series. AI-Generated.
The adaptation of beloved book series into TV shows or films often sparks intense debates, especially when creators deviate from the original lore and narratives that made these works iconic in the first place. Fandoms surrounding franchises like Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles and J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings are deeply rooted in the nuances of the source material, and any perceived straying from these can lead to a backlash from fans.
By Nazgol Rasoolpourabout a year ago in Geeks
'Agatha All Along': All The Best 'Billy' Clues You May Have Missed In Eps 1-5
WARNING! SPOILERS for Agatha All Along, eps 1-6. While some fans wondered whether there still might be another twist after episode five's ending reveal, Agatha All Along's sixth episode, 'Familiar By Thy Side', confirms without a doubt that the character previously known only as Teen is actually Billy Maximoff, the son of Wanda Maximoff, the Scarlet Witch. Told mostly in flashback, the episode explains Billy's survival via his soul entering the body of recently-deceased teenager William Kaplan after the Hex on Westview collapsed.
By Kristy Andersonabout a year ago in Geeks
Stage 284 Illuminates Enchantment and Heart to 'Beauty and the Beast'
Be our guest at the enchanted castle. Join Stage 284 for their captivating mainstage production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. The story follows Belle, a young woman yearning for adventure, who becomes a prisoner to a cursed beast in a mysterious castle. As the enchanted residents hope to break the curse, Belle sees beyond the beast’s ferocious exterior, while the villagers march towards the castle.
By Marielle Sabbagabout a year ago in Geeks
