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Me, Myself & the Void Offers a Glimpse Into the Tragedy of Comedians

I’ve always been struck by the tragic irony that some of the funniest people to ever grace the stage or screen — people like Robin Williams, John Belushi and Chris Farley — were also the ones hiding the deepest pain…. Continue Reading →

The Awards Season Deserves The Holdovers!

Per Matt Alexander Payne is a filmmaker who just gets it. He seemingly understands every element of the industry (or at least he has the self-awareness to hire the very best employees to make up the difference). That’s high praise… Continue Reading →

January 25, 2024

5-25-77 Leaves an Emotional Footprint in Geek Culture

Per Matt As a Child of the ’80s, Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope was an emotional attachment during a time of my life when my eyes (and mind) opened to a whole new world of storytelling that… Continue Reading →

April 17, 2023

Ted Lasso Still has a Sweet Left Foot After Kicking It for Three Seasons

I have to admit I am not the biggest sports fan. I grew up watching the NFL, NBA and MLB, but over the years that dwindled down considerably. The last game I watched was probably the Super Bowl of 2022…. Continue Reading →

March 30, 2023

IFC Films’ Swallow is Hard to Stomach

IFC Films made headlines last year when it bought the U.S. rights for the Carlo Mirabella-Davis film Swallow. This purchase was made shortly after the movie premiered to great accolades at the Tribeca Film Festival. The film’s star, Haley Bennett,… Continue Reading →

March 14, 2020

Looking for Revenge? You’d Better Dig Two Graves!

Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves. – Confucius

June 10, 2017

Season 2 of Fear the Walking Dead Sets Sail

Many hit TV series wait until completion before creating a spin-off. The Walking Dead didn’t have to. With six seasons going strong, AMC greenlit Fear The Walking Dead, much the same as its predecessor, only now set on the West Coast. The… Continue Reading →

April 13, 2016

Big Hero 6

What happens when you pair a teenage boy with his best friend (that just happens to be a robot!) in a buddy-adventure movie that features geek technology and superhero shenanigans?

April 28, 2015

Geek Culture, Zombies... and Other Monsters

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