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Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is Classic Burton, But is That a Good Thing?

I absolutely love Tim Burton’s original Beetlejuice because it perfectly captures that quirky, imaginative style that Burton is known for, blending the eerie with the humorous in a way that feels both unique and timeless. The film’s whimsical world, filled… Continue Reading →

Will Disillusioned Fans Return for Rick and Morty: The Anime?

Family confronts alien bugs with weapons.

As a BIG fan of mad scientists and zany science-fiction adventures, I was immediately drawn to Rick and Morty on Day One. The Adult Swim animated show was absolutely unique, even if it was initially based on Back to the… Continue Reading →

September 1, 2024

Batman: Caped Crusader Explores the Depth of a New Gotham

As a lifelong fan of Batman: The Animated Series, I find myself sharing the same excitement I felt as a child with my daughter as we watch it together. The show’s timeless appeal lies in its masterful storytelling, compelling characters… Continue Reading →

August 2, 2024

Hazbin Hotel Hopes to Redeem Your Soul

Cartoons have transcended the traditional audience of kids. I recall the uproar among parent groups when The Simpsons premiered during my younger days. As I transitioned to college, South Park and Family Guy faced similar scrutiny for their adult-oriented content…. Continue Reading →

February 14, 2024

Migration Feels Like an Eternity of Disappointment

Illumination has undeniably mastered the art of crafting animated films that seamlessly blend humor, heart and an infectious sense of joy. From the irreverent charm of the Minions to the heartwarming tales of unlikely friendships in films like Sing and… Continue Reading →

December 25, 2023

The Complete Story of Film is Innovative, Emotional and Opinionated

Per Matt William Goldman once said, “Not one person in the entire motion picture field knows for a certainty what’s going to work.” Amen to that. The Oscar-winning screenwriter/quote machine knew the Hollywood risk-to-reward ratio was a fickle thing, one… Continue Reading →

October 6, 2023

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Merges Nostalgia with a New Style

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles held a special place in my heart during my childhood years. I found immense joy in tuning in to the animated escapades of Leonardo, Michaelangelo, Donatello and Raphael whenever they graced our television screen. Their courageous… Continue Reading →

August 22, 2023

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is Only Half the Story

Disney doesn’t have a monopoly over the comic book movie realm. Sony Pictures secured the complete film rights to the beloved Web-Slinger by paying a mere $7 million to Marvel in the late ’90s, which was on the verge of… Continue Reading →

July 7, 2023

Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio is Visually Amazing, But Lacking Overall

As a dad, I have experienced many, many hours in front of the television watching cartoons. My kiddo loves modern stories like Frozen, Pokemon and Big Hero 6. But every now and then, I get her to watch some of… Continue Reading →

December 6, 2022

Lightyear is All About Making Mistakes

Pixar is a name that usually puts smiles on people’s faces. While the film studio has been around since 1986, it took almost 10 years for the company to release its first fully computer-animated feature film, Toy Story (1995). Since… Continue Reading →

June 15, 2022

Geek Culture, Zombies... and Other Monsters

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