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Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force is a Mythic Spectacle

Since childhood, I’ve been fascinated by mythical creatures — dragons soaring through stormy skies, giants shaking the earth with every step and demons lurking in the shadows, whispering forgotten lore. There’s something deeply enthralling about these beings, whether they symbolize… Continue Reading →

Secret Level Ambitiously Honors Gaming of All Formats

Warhammer 40,000 is the current hobby of choice in my household, rekindling a passion that began in the 1990s when the game was first released. Back then, I was captivated by the intricate miniatures, deep strategy and rich lore, but… Continue Reading →

January 27, 2025

The 2024 #HauntLife Movie Awards

Welcome to the 2024 Movie Awards, where the red carpet is optional, the tuxedos are rented (if worn at all) and the categories are as unique as the films they honor. This is not the space for your typical “Best… Continue Reading →

December 31, 2024

A Wicked Review by Someone Who Hasn’t Seen the Stage Show

Before watching Jon Chu’s adaptation of Wicked, I felt like the only person who had never seen the famous Broadway musical. I didn’t grow up in a family that attended musicals, although we did enjoy the music from Cats and… Continue Reading →

December 4, 2024

Tetris Plays Nostalgically for Gamers of a Certain Age

Per Matt I have a love-hate relationship with Tetris, the video game. One of the first memories I have with it spawned from my high-school computing class. The little Macintosh black-and-white computer screen welcomed me into its gameplay, much like… Continue Reading →

March 31, 2023

The Last Wish Redeems Puss in Boots

It has been over a decade since we got our last installment in the Shrek movie series. 2011 was a different world, when Puss in Boots debuted, riding a wave of fans clamoring for more fairytale stories from DreamWorks. Since… Continue Reading →

January 7, 2023

Building a Monster, Kratt Falls Flat

I have always loved mythology stories. As a kid, I remember spending many a Saturday morning at the local library, scouring the shelves for books on the subject. I mainly stuck with Greek tales, as the stories of Zeus, Thor… Continue Reading →

October 13, 2022

The Northman is Brutal, But Anya is Brilliant!

Per Matt When you’re depicting an action-drama historical film that focuses on a medieval Scandinavian legend, which itself is the direct inspiration of Prince Hamlet’s character, you’ve got a great start. But when the movie in question is The Northman,… Continue Reading →

April 21, 2022

Where Would You Go If You Were Hunting Atlantis?

Part Expedition Unknown, part Ancient Aliens, part Curse of Oak Island and all unsolved mystery, Hunting Atlantis is just the type of summertime escapism that’s welcome during these times of the Coronavirus, when traveling isn’t exactly a healthy exercise.

August 14, 2021

A Classic Horror Story Creates Creepy Crawlies in Any Language

Per Matt A broken-down RV in the middle of a European forest. No phone service for this group of ride-sharing tourists. An isolated cabin in the woods that is filled with creepy pictures. Hungry, blood-lusting villagers are somehow connected to… Continue Reading →

August 13, 2021

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