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Reviews of the top geek movies, tv, and books in the industry.
Go quietly and get a side hustle: how to quit acting properly
In a recent interview with Hollywood Authentic, Emma Watson described herself as “the happiest and healthiest I’ve ever been”. And this is for one reason and one reason only: she isn’t an actor any more.
By Dena Falken Esq4 months ago in Geeks
Alien: Earth Series Review
For more than four decades, the Alien series has stood at the top of sci-fi horror; the films have had many ups and downs but the beast at the centre has always frightened audiences. After many years in development, a prequel series has arrived; it creates a well-defined foundation.
By Robert Cain4 months ago in Geeks
"A Big Bold Beautiful Journey" Opens New Doors
Doors can be tricky. A Big Bold Beautiful Journey arrived through the doors and into theaters in 2025. David and Sarah meet at a mutual friend’s wedding. As they bond, they open doors to important moments in their past. Can they make a relationship work?
By Marielle Sabbag4 months ago in Geeks
Jimmy Kimmel's Return
The world of late-night television rarely experiences genuine suspense, but for a few days in [Month, Year], the question on everyone's mind was: "Is Jimmy Kimmel back on the air?" The speculation surrounding Jimmy Kimmel's return followed a highly publicized standoff between the host, Disney/ABC, and the Sinclair Broadcast Group. The resolution of this conflict wasn't just about a popular host's reinstatement; it was a microcosm of the powerful forces shaping modern media.
By KAMRAN AHMAD4 months ago in Geeks
James Van Der Beek
For a generation, the name James Van Der Beek is inextricably linked with one character: Dawson Leery from the iconic teen drama Dawson's Creek. His face, filled with earnest ambition and teenage angst, became a defining image of late-90s television. But to reduce his career to that single role is to miss the fascinating journey of an actor who has consciously and creatively navigated the challenging path from teen idol to respected character actor.
By KAMRAN AHMAD4 months ago in Geeks
"Rent" Shouts Love at North Shore Music Theatre
There’s no day but today. North Shore Music Theatre opens its stage to RENT, a rock musical by the late Jonathan Larson. Set in 1980s New York City, a group of struggling artists grapple with money, addiction, and the HIV/AIDS crisis. While experiencing turmoil, they never lose hope for love, passions, and themselves.
By Marielle Sabbag4 months ago in Geeks
Who is Shona, the character created by Stefano Labbia?
In the sprawling, decaying empire of Thefo, where fallen princes lament their lost kingdoms and orcs march relentlessly across the land, a new figure has emerged from the shadows. She's not a princess in distress, a noble knight, or a wise sorcerer. She is Shona, a mercenary, a predator, and a walking paradox. Crafted from the imaginative mind of Stefano Labbia, Shona is a character who defies easy labels, inviting us to look beyond her audacious exterior to the complex motivations that drive her.
By Sean Korlead4 months ago in Geeks
Jimmy Kimmel Is Back!
I am so glad ABC has reversed its decision to suspend Jimmy Kimmel's late night show. I understand that it was probably more of a business decision for them because in less than a week after Kimmel's suspension, ABC/Disney lost billions of dollars in stock sell-off (I sold my DIS shares right away) and Disney+ and Hulu subscription cancellations. It truly became a movement, and the very obvious loss of business must have outweighed the benefits of the potential merger approval by FCC.
By Lana V Lynx4 months ago in Geeks
Reform UK, Nigel Farage, and the Battle Over ILR
In the turbulent landscape of British politics, few figures are as influential or divisive as Nigel Farage. As the honorary president and driving force behind Reform UK, he has once again thrust immigration to the forefront of the national conversation. A key point of contention in this debate is the future of policies like Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), a status that Reform UK has pledged to overhaul as part of its core platform. For migrants and political observers alike, understanding this proposed shift is critical.
By KAMRAN AHMAD4 months ago in Geeks
Why Blade Runner Still Defines Neo-Noir, 40 Years Later
In 1982, Ridley Scott released Blade Runner to a world that didn’t quite know what to make of it. Too bleak for blockbuster audiences, too strange for mainstream critics, the film stumbled at the box office. Yet four decades later, its rain-soaked streets, flickering neon, and moral ambiguity remain the blueprint for neo-noir and cyberpunk storytelling.
By ambiguous karma4 months ago in Geeks
