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Modern popular culture topics in the geek sphere.
Sailing the Grand Line: The Epic Journey of 'One Piece
Embark on a seafaring adventure like no other as we delve into the vast and enthralling world of 'One Piece.' In this blog, we'll navigate the treacherous Grand Line, explore the rich tapestry of characters, and celebrate the enduring legacy of Eiichiro Oda's magnum opus.
By Mihir Thapa2 years ago in Geeks
Killers of the Flower Moon
Lily Gladwell just became the first native woman to ever win a Golden Globe and though I do not put too much stock in the Golden Globes it was still a great moment. That said, as happy as I am for her, I didn’t see Killers of the Flower Moon in theaters. And as it is inevitably going to be an Oscar contender I needed to see it before nominations came out. I will say that I resisted this movie because I really don’t like Scorsese. His movies are boring and repetitive and I take issue with anyone who appoints themselves the end all, be all of film. That said, I am going into this movie a little bit biased against him. So here we go with my official review of Killers of the Flower Moon.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
Mean Girls
Mean Girls is finally released in theaters and I have some thoughts. The first of them being that the internet's top complaint is that they didn’t know that it was a musical. I am going to say this is the nicest way possible, if you didn’t know that this movie was a musical you are stupid. There was a teaser trailer and 2 longer trailers. In the teaser Renee Rapp SINGS “I am Regina George”. In both longer trailers there are AT LEAST 4 scenes of dancing. On the poster there is a treble clef in the A of Mean Girls and there is a music note ring on Regina’s finger. The only way you walked into the movie not knowing it was a musical was if you are completely brain dead.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
Ranking the Films of 2023
I saw right around 50 films last year, I wanted to make sure when Oscar time came I had the most thorough picture of what could be nominated for awards as well as having a well informed opinion on what I think should win. I saw most of the Oscar nominees last year and it really made it more enjoyable to watch the award show. So here we go a full ranking of all the films I have seen this year.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
Madame Web
Okay so by now most people have seen the trailer for the new Madame Web movie. And I have heard mixed things, some people are really excited for it (the only correct answer) and some people are asking why it even exists. Well I’m just gonna say that there are 1000 bad superhero movies focused on men, we deserve some mediocre filmmaking too. Without worrying that this is the last representation we are ever gonna get. ALSO there are so many amazing women in the Spiderverse and they deserve some attention. But most casual viewers don’t know why it's being made because they have no idea who Madame Web is. And that's fair so here is your background into Madame Web and the other wonderful women that are making an appearance in this movie.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
Saltburn
Okay so the internet is full of mixed reviews about Saltburn. On the one hand we have people who can’t stop raving about how awesome and brilliant it is. And on the other we have people who are saying that it is the most depraved and insane thing that they have ever seen. Now I was interested in this movie from the second I saw the trailer so we are going to go ahead and see which side is correct, or if we land somewhere in the middle. I couldn’t in good conscience put out my ranking list for the films of 2023 without watching this movie so here we go with my review of Saltburn.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
Echo
With Echo now released I thought we should do a little comic book background on her as well as assessing how accurate the show was. Now as always I do not care if story beats are accurate, that is not how comic book adaptations, or any adaptations for that matter should work. I do however expect characterizations to be accurate. The show has actually done a pretty good job but let's go through why and what we might see based on her appearances in the comic books.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
Echo
Recently Disney+ dropped its latest series, Echo. As with anything new that the MCU dares to do the show was met with many complaints. But as we know the general public’s opinion on what is of quality or not means absolutely nothing to me. So I of course had to watch it myself. The series is a very bingeable 5 episodes so I did finish it in a weekend. As of right now it is being railed as the second lowest rated MCU show…at 73% audience rating. First of all that isn’t at all a bad score, second of all we need to leave 10% wiggle room for internet incels angry that women exist and another 10% for the fact that Echo isn’t an established character in the MCU. Let’s go ahead and be really honest as to why WandaVision, Loki and Falcon and the Winter Soldier are rated so high, the audience was already familiar with them as characters. The first season of Loki sucked and some of y'all seem to be forgetting that. Also the lowest rated is Secret Invasion at 53% which is still way too high. So grouping them together when there is a 20% difference is insane. So here we go with the reality of Echo.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
A Comparative Analysis of Sailor Moon and Saint Seiya
Sailor Moon and Saint Seiya, two iconic anime and manga series originating from Japan, have left an enduring impact on the global pop culture landscape. While distinct in their narrative focus and thematic elements, both series share common roots in the realms of fantasy, mythology, and the hero's journey. This essay undertakes a comprehensive comparative analysis, delving into the themes, characters, cultural influences, and lasting legacies of Sailor Moon and Saint Seiya.
By JRManglicmot2 years ago in Geeks
Dragon Ball Z and Japanese Lore
Dragon Ball Z (DBZ), created by Akira Toriyama, stands as a cultural juggernaut that has transcended borders and left an indelible mark on global pop culture. While often celebrated for its intense battles and iconic characters, a closer look reveals a profound connection between Dragon Ball Z and Japanese lore. This essay delves into the intricate web of cultural influences that shape the series, exploring the fusion of DBZ's narrative elements with Japanese mythology, folklore, and historical context.
By JRManglicmot2 years ago in Geeks
The Color Purple (2023) - A Movie Review
The more I wonder, the more I love. The Color Purple is a 2023 musical based on the best-selling classic novel written by Alice Walker. Celie is an African American woman in the early 20th century who navigates through abuse and ultimately finds her voice with the help of bonds of sisterhood.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
