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The Importance of Film Within Korean Society (Part 4)
Probably one of the biggest forces in cinema is from Hollywood. However, recently we have been seeing a slow death in the Hollywood formulas that have been used and worn thin for so long now. It is more visible in some genres then others—a particular area that it is most obvious in is the horror classification. If you take a look at this aspect of western films there is little change since the "slasher" films of the 1980s, with only a few exceptions such as The Blair Witch Project (1999). The issue with franchises that become horrendously overdone is the audiences are left with a sense of over-familiarity that takes all the fear out of the films by making them painfully predictable.
By Ruth Esca Bowmer7 years ago in Geeks
How the 'Voltron' Fanbase is Being Ruined
A brief history lesson: Voltron started as a cartoon back in the 1980s, and it focused on the efforts of five chosen pilots, or Paladins, who each operate the pseudo-magical lions robots of Voltron. Together, Pidge, Hunk, Lance, Keith, and Shiro can form a behemoth of a robotic man that boasts an armory comparable to an entire space armada. With their combined powers, they fight to protect the galaxy from the evil Galra empire, the imperialist antagonist in this case. Because of its initial success, the show spawned multiple comic books, and later incarnations. The most recent incarnation, which is what we’ll be focusing on, is Studio Mir’s 2016 Voltron: Legendary Defender. The reboot is meant to be a more inclusive, more dramatic, and more action packed take on the original series’. However, much like the original series, the show is focused on the intergalactic struggle of humanity versus alien invaders. And with every new reboot, comes a new generation of fans.
By Victoria Vu7 years ago in Geeks
Arrogance and the Destruction of Self
So this year has been crazy, am I right? Aside from all of the heavy political stuff that I absolutely refuse to get into, life itself has just been a whirlwind of crazy. I love Youtube. The platform has already changed the way people view the world and has given a voice that we never knew we had. So now we can talk about how people have used such an innovative discovery to hurt people because of their arrogance and in turn, destroyed their image.
By Sydney Moore7 years ago in Geeks
Why Are You Ranking: Closest Resemblance Between the Artistry of Rappers and Directors Listed from Somewhat Similar to Striking
Rappers paint pictures with poems. The best ones are able to craft whole worlds and color them with witty metaphors and similes. Film directors use the visual medium to illustrate entire plotlines. Both sets of artists rely on form and technique to execute in their given field of work. Some Hip Hop artists resemble directors in their oeuvre. The best among them draw parallels between their spoken word and the images on the screen. Like painters and singers before their time, rappers and directors use their respective art to show a story. Yes, that’s show because with street poets and spoken word artists and film auteurs, especially, the idea is to convey a theme. There exist parallels between Rap artists and movie directors. Sometimes the physical appearance is just a bonus to what each of the figures offer in their works. But for the most part, it’s the content. The driving force behind the words and images of a great director is to put the audience into a worldview that challenges their beliefs, delivers hope, or demonstrates heroism. In all of the cases listed below, both camps have proven over time that their mission, goal, and point is to make a lot of great art. And the striking likeness between directors goes a step further. Their separate spheres allow cross over appeal in both Rap audiences and the film world. So, get your keyboards and microphones and cameras and lights for Why Are You Ranking: Closest Resemblance Between the Artistry of Rappers and Directors Listed from Somewhat Similar to Striking.
By Skyler Saunders7 years ago in Geeks
The 80s Is My Decade
There are so many things that I loved when I was 12. Movies, acting out movie scenes at school, taking some naps when I get home from school, listen to music on my CD player (I was probably the last kid to have a CD player since mp3 players and iPods were blowing up), even goofing off with my friends in class and at lunch but one thing I'll never forget is discovering more of the 80s for the first time.
By Don Anderson II7 years ago in Geeks
Top 20! Yu-Gi-Oh Cards That Are Gay Icons
After a 5 year break from the competitive YU-GI-OH! scene, a few months ago, I decided to get back in the game and practise my skills through some online platforms that let you play with other players from across the world. However, while trying to build a deck that meets my expectations, competitively and aesthetically, I came across the classic "gaymer" dilemma:
By Manos Kamakaris7 years ago in Geeks
7 Times Emily Gilmore Did Not Deserve Lorelai’s Crap
Lorelai Gilmore is what many of us aspire to be: beautiful, quick-witted, able to eat whatever she wants and still fit into those tiny jeans. She’s the cool mom who overcame teen pregnancy, as well as a self-imposed exile and an emotionally stifling, utterly dysfunctional relationship with her parents. It’s this dysfunction that frequently paints her mother, Emily, as a deserving villain in the world of The Gilmore Girls. Sometimes, though, Lorelai’s knee-jerk reaction to her parents makes her less-than-sympathetic. Sometimes it makes her a downright jerk.
By Lynne Rush7 years ago in Geeks
Why Blade Runner 2049's Failure at the Box Office Doesn't Bode Well for the Future of Cinema
Blade Runner 2049 was a success in nearly every way; fans of the original were finally rewarded for their patience and loyalty, those unfamiliar with the original were treated to a gorgeous, intriguing, and immersive new world populated by dynamic, morally ambiguous characters, and cinephiles were astounded by Villeneuve's ambitious directorial skill, which was further enhanced by Deakins's nuanced cinematography and Zimmer and Wallfisch's ambient score. The movie paid homage to the original, with plenty of subtle easter eggs, Harrison Ford's return to the role of Deckard, and even several of the musical motifs from Vangelis's original score. The film's visual effects were state-of-the-art, further helping to craft a believable and mysterious, albeit bleak, world.
By Tristan Ferry8 years ago in Geeks
3 Advantages of Being a Nerd
At the age of two, I discovered my father's NES and played my first game, Super Mario Bros. When I was five-years-old, I became more interested in nerdy things, for example, watching tv shows like Mighty Morphin Power Rangers and also having plenty of toys and trading cards. So basically, I was the nerdy one in my family. I had that personality as a kid and now as an adult. I'm going to share with you three advantages of being a nerd and show everyone that there's nothing wrong with liking certain things.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 8 years ago in Geeks
My Top Five Edgy Musical Soundtracks
Being apart of Theatre has always been important to me. Being a musician, in general, provokes a love to musical theatre. The only problem is I'm a pretty edgy person. I don't do frilly often which makes it difficult. A lot of popular musicals tend to have a softer feel. Whereas I love music that makes me want to rock or groove. So I've put together my top five edgy musical soundtracks for all my Theatre babes to enjoy.
By Katelynn Marie 8 years ago in Geeks
The Reality of Being a Female Nerd
The Geek community has been around for years. A community most popularized by the release of Star Wars: A New Hope in 1977. This community houses fans from all genres including video games, DC and Marvel, Disney, Star Wars, and several other franchises. There have been many changes to the community. The community that was originally laughed at and stereotyped to be the awkward, glasses wearing nerds has now become that majorly cool group you want to be a part of. Spawning multiple conventions across the world. Making names for popular gamers and cosplayers. It's a community that continues to grow. However, I think the biggest change has been the growing popularity of the female nerds.
By Katelynn Marie 8 years ago in Geeks
RIP Toys 'R' Us (1948-2018)
You're probably familiar with the saying, "All good things must come to an end." It's an end of an era for one of the best toy stores in the world, but it's also a sad day for everyone who loved going to Toys 'R' Us as children and adults. After 70 years in business, Toys 'R' Us has officially closed all of their stores for good, as of today. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last fall in hopes to stay open. Unfortunately, lackluster sales during the holiday season ended up shying away customers and vendors. The "I don't want to grow up. I want to be a Toys 'R' Us kid" jingle that we all sang along to will always be in our hearts forever. This was a place that I loved going to as a kid in the '90s. It was like my happy place, playing with all the toys and checking out the video games. Now that I'm an adult, I'm going to share some moments that I enjoyed going to Toys 'R' Us.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 8 years ago in Geeks
