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Modern popular culture topics in the geek sphere.
Anime Review: Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill
If you're a fan of isekai, you might be feeling burnt out from the same old clichés that keep popping up. But don't lose hope, because Ren Eguchi's Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill offers a unique twist on the genre. Since its launch in 2016, this light novel series has gained a devoted following for good reason.
By Anime Critique3 years ago in Geeks
Everything is Derivative of Something
We’ve all heard the phrase “everything is derivative of something” well if that’s true then how does a struggling artist present something new? As writers and directors we strive to find new ways to tell the same stories, we analyze and study patterns, tropes, character archetypes and we try and find ways to subvert expectations, that said, we continue to tell the same stories because they are comfortable and people find meaning and safety in familiarity.
By Alexandrea Callaghan3 years ago in Geeks
Why Babylon is Brilliant
Okay so the time for Babylon came and went, the movie released and it went overlooked and underappreciated and then the Oscar’s came and it went overlooked and underappreciated again. But I think there are very specific reasons for both. And both the reason society overlooked Babylon and the reason the academy overlooked Babylon are the reasons why Babylon is brilliant and should be treated as such.
By Alexandrea Callaghan3 years ago in Geeks
Franchises
In the grand scheme of film there are many franchises. And some of them are brilliant, we have Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter. Some are mediocre and hit or miss like Star Wars. And some, some just shouldn’t exist at all. In this article we will be discussing films that should have stopped after a single movie. Yet they somehow became a franchise that now has too many movies. These franchises will range from some good and some are bad to all the movies are bad, why are we doing this?
By Alexandrea Callaghan3 years ago in Geeks
Thor
We are rounding out the comic recommendations for the big 3. We’ve done Captain America and Iron Man so here we are with Thor. Thor is possibly the hardest character to do MCU based comic recs for because his storylines are quite possibly the furthest from their comic book counterparts so some of these might be a little bit of a stretch so bear with me, but more so blame the MCU. Fans that are upset with Thor’s portrayal on screen actually aren’t wrong, I like that Thor’s portrayal is very different from his comic book counterpart but I understand why comic fans would not like the changes.
By Alexandrea Callaghan3 years ago in Geeks
Captain America
So we started with the beginning of the MCU with Iron Man, so I am here with more comic book recommendations based on your favorite MCU movie or character. Next we are going to do Captain America. Now we are going to do Captain America as a whole, not just Steve Rogers so your Sam Wilson recommendations will be in here as well.
By Alexandrea Callaghan3 years ago in Geeks
The Magic of Writing
Created in 2019. There are several instances in my life that I have felt magic, but nothing quite feels like the first time I fell in love. It was with a book. I would go on to love other books, other stories, but nothing compares to the first one. That feeling of wonder is impossible to recapture. It was not one of the classics, one of those books every educator seemed to hold higher than the rest. It was not one of those books people pretended was their favorite because people wanted to feel smart and stopped believing in magic as adults. This is unfortunate since all writing, no matter the type, is magical.
By C.M. Vazquez3 years ago in Geeks
Dungeons and Dragons
Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves’ opening weekend has reflected just how appreciated this movie is. Dungeons and Dragons is a hilarious and unexpectedly emotional adventure movie that was true to its source material. There have been many attempts at a Dungeons and Dragons inspired movies but they all missed the mark because they were made by people who had clearly never played the RPG. Most of the past attempts are campy, but not in a good way. They also didn’t have the budget of the current attempt. Honor Among Thieves makes D&D fans proud. Nerds and normies alike will enjoy this funny, adventure film.
By Alexandrea Callaghan3 years ago in Geeks
How Long Does it Take to Reach 100 Subscribers On Youtube
Introduction YouTube has become one of the most popular and influential platforms on the internet, providing a wealth of opportunities for content creators to showcase their talents, build an audience, and even earn a living. However, with so much competition out there, it can be challenging for new YouTubers to gain traction and attract subscribers. For many creators, reaching 100 subscribers is a significant milestone that signals the start of their journey towards building a loyal fan base. But how long does it take to reach this goal? In this article, we'll explore the factors that can impact the speed of gaining subscribers on YouTube, examine case studies of successful channels, and provide realistic expectations for aspiring content creators who are aiming to hit the 100 subscriber mark.
By Ibukun Olaosebikan3 years ago in Geeks
