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The Most Skippable Episodes of Buffy
Buffy the Vampire Slayer is an incredible show. Hell, it's the show that made me want to be a writer. That said it was a network show. Now that just means that they needed a minimum number of episodes which also means that not every episode was gold. So this is my list of skippable Buffy the Vampire Slayer episodes. We are going season by season.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
How the Oscars Work
As we are nearing the end of awards season with the Oscar’s approaching I am still seeing just so much wrong information being given out and I hate it. So I am going to clarify a few things here. It seems the general public has 0 idea how film eligibility for awards works (which would be harmless and fine if everyone didn’t act like they knew everything). This information that I am about to distill comes directly from the very free and accessible academy rules available on their website, so there should be no debate or question.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
Top 20 TV Shows of All Time
My husband and I were looking at IMDBs list of the 150 greatest shows of all time, which is entirely based off of their IMDB rating. Some of the list was excellent and some was rather questionable so I decided to go ahead and rank my top 20 shows of all time. I say rank but really these are in the order in which they popped into my head and they were not sorted beyond that.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
Oscar Nominations
So the Oscar nominations were released and there was not a single category in which all of the nominations were earned. There was a lot of internet outrage and discussion about the lack of certain Barbie nominations but quite frankly that was the least of the academy’s problems this year. So instead of picking apart everything that was wrong I am simply going to put forth what each category's nominations should have been. This is what the Oscar nominations would look like if the academy wasn’t sexist and racist and stupid.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
The Shattered Bonds:
In the hypothetical scenario where Bakugo, one of the central characters in My Hero Academia, betrays Deku and becomes a villain, the narrative takes a dramatic turn. The complex relationship between these two characters serves as the linchpin of the series, and Bakugo's shift to the dark side would send shockwaves through the hero society, prompting a cascade of consequences that redefine alliances, reshape character dynamics, and challenge the very core of heroism.
By JRManglicmot2 years ago in Geeks
Maestro - A Movie Review
The concert is about to begin. Maestro is a 2023 film about the life of Leonard Bernstein. The story chronicles Bernstein’s career and his love story with his wife, Felicia Montealegre. As his music career grows, his relationship with his wife becomes tense.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
Help Wanted!
I happened to come across this book on one of the display tables as I was wandering the bookstore, and I picked it up on a whim. Well, to be honest, I picked it up because I was struck by the cover and the bright red page edges. With that being said, I was also excited by the humorous way that the book description was written on the back cover. I hoped–and had my fingers crossed–that this was going to be a good read. I wasn’t disappointed!
By Kurt Mason2 years ago in Geeks
The Unraveling Tapestry
In the hypothetical scenario where All Might succumbs to death after his battle with All For One, the foundations of the hero society in My Hero Academia would tremble under the weight of this monumental loss. All Might, the symbol of peace, served as a pillar of hope and inspiration for heroes and citizens alike. His demise would send shockwaves through the hero society, prompting a cascade of consequences that reshape relationships, power dynamics, and the very essence of heroism.
By JRManglicmot2 years ago in Geeks
Best Christopher Eccelston Episodes
The first of the New Who Doctors only got 1 season. That remains one of the saddest things in the Doctor Who universe because Christopher Eccelston was a seriously incredible Doctor. And he was the perfect bridge between the old and the new. The reality here is that there is only 1 episode of this season that you could possibly skip. Because it is British television the seasons are so much shorter so when I say we did not get enough time with Christopher Eccelston I really really mean it. I’m gonna go ahead and say that you should absolutely watch the entire season because it is so beautifully written. That said, here is my list of the best Eccelston episodes.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
Ranking Doctors
Before we go into Ncuti’s run as the Doctor and before I make my first journey to Gallifrey One I wanted to go ahead and make a ranking list of the Doctors. Now obviously this is entirely based on my preferences and what I have seen. I haven’t watched all of everyone’s seasons because the writing just didn’t connect with me as well and that's okay. I am excited for the new season and I can’t wait to see Ncuti really step into the role. We will go from most awesome to least awesome.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 years ago in Geeks
Unveiling Sakura's Potential
Street Fighter, a legendary fighting game series, has showcased iconic characters known for their unique abilities and martial prowess. Among them, Ryu and Sakura stand out as formidable fighters. However, what if we delve into the realm of speculation and explore the possibility of Sakura surpassing Ryu? This essay embarks on a creative journey, considering fictional elements within their universes and envisioning a future where Sakura's potential takes her beyond the legendary status of Ryu.
By JRManglicmot2 years ago in Geeks
Wildflower - A Movie Review
What I want is to feel fearless. Wildflower is a 2022 film. Bea is the daughter of mentally handicapped parents. Parenting her parents more than she should, Bea tries to have a normal life. However, she gets into an incident one night that puts her in the hospital.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
