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Four modern movies that touch on the Cinderella theme
It doesn't matter if you are a Disney fan or not. It doesn't even matter if you like the story of Cinderella or if you've never even heard of it or seen her castle. The idea, that a poor girl can marry a rich guy and live happily ever after is a central idea in American romance and is deeply rooted in feminine ideology. It is why women cry at weddings. It is why women gasp at wedding dresses and open ring boxes. It is why men who attempt at being romantic get down on their knees to propose, or plan some memorable way of popping the question.
By Shanon Angermeyer Norman2 years ago in Geeks
10 Items or Less(2006): An Underrated Gem
You never know what adventures could happen in one day. 10 Items or Less is a 2006 film. An actor preps for a role at a grocery store. He meets a clerk who is on her way to a job interview. The pair hit the road together, making stops along the way, and get to know the other's secrets and desires.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
Margot at the Wedding - A Movie Review
Are we going to fight or have a wedding? Margot at the Wedding is a 2007 film. Margot’s estranged sister, Pauline is marrying Malcolm, an unemployed artist. She travels with her son Claude to help with celebration festivities. The reunion sets off family dysfunction and opens old wounds.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
Madame Web
Now obviously Madame Web has gotten a lot of shit and I had no doubt in my mind that it was going to be bad. Because let’s be honest, Sony can’t handle live action superhero movies. The Spiderverse movies are brilliant due to the fact that they are produced by a completely different department. But between this, the Venom movies and the Kraven movie we are all going to sit through, they aren’t a good studio for superhero films. Now we all know by now that I don’t believe you have the right to an opinion unless you can defend it, so does Madame Web really suck as bad as the internet says? Let’s find out.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
Lisa Frankenstein
Lisa Frankenstein has been on my to watch list for a very long time. I love the cast, the vibes from the trailer are immaculate and honestly any movie set in the 80s gets my attention. So we are finally sitting my ass down and watching it. I will say that right off the bat I am in love with the opening sequence, it feels very Tim Burton-esque…the early years. It was also written and directed by women which we should know by now makes me very excited. And I have very high hopes for this movie so let’s dive in.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
The Bear Season 3 (Not Cooked Enough)
Take us to success, Bear. The Bear season 3 was served to Hulu in 2024. Now that The Bear is open, the employees struggle to keep things running. Carmy is persistent in making his restaurant successful but learns about a looming review that could affect everything.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
House of the Dragon Episode 4
We are now four weeks into season 2 of House of the Dragon and the writers have spent the last 3 episodes telling the audience that the creative team doesn’t even know what Fire and Blood is. Last week's final scene was a pathetic attempt at character development and it failed miserably. I am really hoping that there is a major turn in the tide here with House of the Dragon season 2 episode 4 because otherwise I am going to rip my hair out.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
The Boys
The last episode of The Boys definitely moved our plot along a lot more. Butcher has Nueman’s husband held hostage wanting him to recreate the virus. Something is going on with Starlight, for some reason her powers have been shitting out. Honestly it feels a little like they just don’t know what to do with her this season. Kimiko was a little on the backburner last episode and Ryan is being turned into a little, mini Homelander which is about to be super terrifying. Frenchie turned himself into the police…hate that. That is where we left off last week, what better way to celebrate the Fourth of July than watching The Boys Season 4 Episode 6.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
Laughter and Love: Exploring the Magic in 'Father of the Bride'
The wedding is only a few days away! Let’s set everything up. Father of the Bride walked down the aisle and into theaters in 1991. George Banks has mixed feelings when his daughter announces she is getting married. As wedding plans go underway, George’s attitude makes planning difficult, along with letting go of his daughter.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
A Long Way Down - A Movie Review
You can’t cut the long story short. A Long Way Down is a 2014 film based on Nick Hornby’s novel. Four people meet at the top of a building on New Year’s Eve. Intended to commit suicide, they create a pact, instead. They continue to live while helping one another deal with difficult problems.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
'The Morning Show' is a Binge-Worthy Series
Tune into the news on The Morning Show. The Morning Show aired on Apple+ TV in 2019. After one of the hosts is fired for sexual misconduct, Alex Levy makes Bradley Jackson her new co-host. The studio reinforces its standards and regulations while important news stories make headlines.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
