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Reviews of the top geek movies, tv, and books in the industry.
A Film for the Cold Climate
Once again, I find myself to be the odd man out. When I think of this season, and the movies that have been inspired by it, I don’t think of romance per se, or even the great horror films of my 80s past. There is just too much of the whiff of pumpkin spice and dead leaves in those films to leave me feeling like I’d rather be out in the cold, walking alone in the too-early dark. No, the film that I think of when this season arrives, and I have to engage in a shift in my wardrobe to “sweater weather,” is a film that I usually end up watching in the spring to coincide with events on screen.
By Kendall Defoe 2 months ago in Geeks
Jingle Bell Heist: The Holiday Caper That Breaks the Rules
Every December, audiences settle in for a familiar lineup of holiday films—stories wrapped in red-and-green predictability, dusted with snow, romance, and gentle lessons about the “true meaning of Christmas.” Jingle Bell Heist, however, refuses to play by those rules. Instead, it cracks them open like a well-aimed crowbar, delivering a sharp, stylish, and surprisingly heartfelt Christmas caper that blends the charm of a holiday classic with the adrenaline of a high-stakes heist movie. The result is a film that feels both delightfully mischievous and refreshingly sincere, proving that even a Christmas movie can benefit from a little crime if it’s done with enough heart.
By David Cook2 months ago in Geeks
The Family Plan 2: Why the Sequel Delivers Exactly What Modern Action-Comedies Need
When The Family Plan premiered, audiences didn’t expect its blend of suburban chaos, sleeper-cell espionage, and heartwarming family dynamics to land quite as effectively as it did. Mark Wahlberg’s turn as Dan Morgan—a seemingly ordinary dad with a not-so-ordinary past—hit the perfect balance between action star grit and comedic sincerity. The film’s ability to poke fun at the genre while still delivering strong emotional beats became a surprise highlight of the year.
By James S Pope2 months ago in Geeks
Now You See Me: Now You Don’t — The Four Horsemen Return for Their Most Daring Illusion Yet
When the Now You See Me franchise first arrived in 2013, it offered something rare: an action-heist film rooted not in explosions and brute force, but in misdirection, sleight-of-hand, and the theatrical glamour of stage magic. After the 2016 sequel expanded the lore, fans spent years waiting for the next trick—wondering if the Four Horsemen would ever ride again. In 2025, they finally did. Now You See Me: Now You Don’t is a vibrant, twist-heavy return that honors the franchise’s greatest strengths while reinventing its formula for a new era.
By James S Pope2 months ago in Geeks
SurfShark Black Friday VPN deals have arrived with prices slashed across plans
Surfshark is starting their Black Friday 2025 sale early with major discounts across all its plans, starting at just $1.99 per month ($23.88 per year) including 3 extra months free on every subscription. Whether you’re after simple VPN protection or an all-in-one digital security suite, Surfshark has a deal for you this holiday season.
By James S Pope2 months ago in Geeks
SPL: Kill Zone at 20 - Revisiting Hong Action and Revenge
The Story Behind the Action Released in 2005, SPL: Kill Zone is a Hong Kong action crime thriller that blends martial arts with a character driven narrative. The movie follows Inspector Chan, a seasoned police officer diagnosed with a brain tumor, as he seeks to bring the notorious crime boss Wong Po to justice.
By TheScreenAnalyst2 months ago in Geeks
One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest at 50: Timeless Rebellion and Resonance
Plot Summary Based on Ken Kesey's 1962 novel, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest follows a man named Randall Patrick Murphy, a man who feigns mental illness to avoid a prison sentence and is sent to a psychiatric hospital. There, he encounters the strict and controlling Nurse Ratched, whose authority dominates the ward. Over time, McMurphy's rebellious nature inspires the other patients to defy her rule, sparking acts of defiance and reclaiming autonomy.
By TheScreenAnalyst2 months ago in Geeks
SEVENTEEN: OUR CHAPTER — A Story Written in Sweat, Dreams, and Thirteen Voices
K-pop documentaries are nothing new, but every so often one comes along that doesn’t just showcase choreography, stages, and behind-the-scenes footage—it captures a moment in time. SEVENTEEN: OUR CHAPTER does exactly that. It’s more than a series about music. It’s a portrait of thirteen artists on the edge of evolution, a reflection on youth transformed into adulthood, and a love letter to the people who stood beside them through every triumph and breakdown.
By James S Pope2 months ago in Geeks
The Bad Guys: Breaking In – Why This Bold New Series Is Redefining the Heist Genre
In an era overflowing with crime dramas and sleek heist thrillers, it takes something special for a new series to break through the noise. Yet The Bad Guys: Breaking In has managed to do exactly that—arriving with swagger, moral ambiguity, and a surprising amount of heart. It’s more than another glossy tale of charismatic criminals outsmarting the world. It’s a layered character study wrapped in adrenaline, humor, and the kind of unpredictable twists that leave audiences bingeing into the early hours of the morning.
By James S Pope2 months ago in Geeks
How to Watch TNT in Canada?
TNT is a popular sports streaming service that offers many sports. The platform focuses on family-friendly content, which is suitable for viewers of all ages. Unfortunately, TNT only works in the US. If you want to watch TNT in Canada, using a premium VPN is the only way.
By James S Pope2 months ago in Geeks
Blue Moon (2025) - A Movie Review
Do we ever know the real story of anyone? Blue Moon is a 2025 film that tells the story of Lorenz Hart, an American lyricist for the songwriting team, “Rodgers and Hart.” Despite his fame, Hart struggles with alcoholism and depression. On the opening night of “Oklahoma,” he struggles to save face in the celebrations.
By Marielle Sabbag2 months ago in Geeks
