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Hunting Hitler: The Explosive TV Show That May Have Uncovered the Greatest Escape in History
But what if it wasn’t? What if the most hunted man in history never died that day — but instead vanished through a global network of secret escape routes, only to reappear in the shadows of postwar South America?
By Rukka Nova9 months ago in Geeks
'Thunderbolts*': Why Did No Other New York-Based Heroes Help In The Final Battle?
WARNING!: SPOILERS for Thunderbolts*. Marvel Studios' latest theatrical event, Thunderbolts*, has earned praise from fans and critics alike, deemed by many as a return to form for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. However, the film's final act, in which the newly minted team of anti-heroes must save New York City from The Void, has resulted in a common question: Why did none of the MCU's other New York based heroes show up to help?
By Kristy Anderson9 months ago in Geeks
What to Wear to a Renaissance Fair
So you’re headed to a Renaissance fair—aka the ultimate escape from reality—and the big question is: what do you even wear?! Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned faire-goer, dressing up is half the fun. But don’t stress, we’ve got your full Renaissance outfit guide to help you slay the lanes like you’ve time-traveled straight out of the 1500s.
By Aditya Agarwal9 months ago in Geeks
Unpredictability Used to Its Best in Marmalade (2024)
You have to listen to every part of a story. Marmalade escaped prison and was released to theaters in 2024. Baron is sent to jail for his involvement in a heist with his wacky and alluring love interest. He narrates the colorful tale to his cellmate as he tries to figure out where everything went wrong.
By Marielle Sabbag9 months ago in Geeks
Dying for Sex Redefines Sensuality, Illness, and Friendship
People are into all sorts of different things. Dying for Sex is a 2025 Hulu series based on the real-life story of Molly Kochan’s cancer journey and sexual awakening. With her best friend Nikki Boyer at her side, Molly divorces her husband and freely explores her sex life, while getting cancer treatments..
By Marielle Sabbag9 months ago in Geeks
The Lucky Ones - A Movie Review
War is messy. Life isn’t perfect. The Lucky Ones is a 2008 film about three soldiers who return to their normal lives after finishing service in the war. As they rediscover their lives, the trio decides to stick together.
By Marielle Sabbag9 months ago in Geeks
The Gift: A Creative Short Film on Environmental Preservation and Advocacy
Trees hold memories. I might forget it all one day, but the trees never will. The Gift is a short film directed by Kellie Schaffner. Set in the 1800s, a young woman grows physically ill when she learns that a forest she cherishes will be destroyed. Her anxious sister is then determined to help save the forest.
By Marielle Sabbag9 months ago in Geeks
Words of Fun: How Language Brings Joy, Laughter, and Connection
Introduction: The Magic of Fun Words Have you ever laughed at a clever pun or smiled at a silly saying? Language isn’t just for sharing information — it’s also a powerful tool for spreading joy. “Words of fun” are playful, clever, or humorous words and phrases that make life more enjoyable.
By Azizullah9 months ago in Geeks
The Mystery of 666: What They Don’t Want You to Know . AI-Generated.
For centuries, the number 666 has haunted religious texts, pop culture, conspiracy theories, and the imaginations of millions. Some fear it, others study it—and some even embrace it. But what does this number really mean? And why do people go out of their way to avoid it?
By DarkDecode9 months ago in Geeks
Andor Season 2 Ending Explained
The satisfying conclusion of Andor season 2 ties the plot to Rogue One by resolving the final mysteries surrounding the Death Star and the Rebel Alliance. Thus far, Andor season 2's timeline has been rather unusual, with each episode leaping ahead a year. Because of this, the last three occur just before Rogue One's events and a year after the Ghorman Massacre and the chaos that followed, which are featured in Andor season 2, episodes 7-9.
By WHB KHN9 months ago in Geeks
Poker Face Season 2, Episodes 1-3 Review
With another round of twisty, mind-blowing, lie-detecting murder investigations, Natasha Lyonne's incredibly intelligent mystery-of-the-week series, Poker Face, is back, and this time, it's just as clever as the first. Charlie Cale is once again evading the mob, conveniently running into killers along the way, and using her extraordinary talent for figuring out whether someone is telling the truth to solve each case. Poker Face is more of a "howcatchem" than a whodunnit. Each episode follows the Columbo tradition of revealing the murder up front and then leaving you to wonder how Charlie will solve it.
By WHB KHN9 months ago in Geeks
Poker Face Season 2, Episode 4 Review
In season 2, episode 4, "The Taste of Human Blood," Poker Face presents one of its most imaginative (and entertaining) murder mysteries to date. Charlie Cale lands on the Florida Panhandle after securing a much-needed fresh start in episode 3, "Whack-a-Mole," where she randomly places her finger on a map of the United States to determine where she should go first. The episode begins with one of the most outrageous murders in the series' history, which is not surprising given the setting.
By WHB KHN9 months ago in Geeks