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The People’s Joker: A Coming-of-Age Film Disguised as a Superhero Story

I recently stumbled upon The People’s Joker on Letterboxd, and I have to say, it instantly captivated my interest. As someone fascinated by the Joker and the broader Batman Universe, I couldn’t help but be drawn in by the movie… Continue Reading →

Saturday Night Gets Live for Jason Reitman

It doesn’t take Elton John to realize that Saturday Night is all right. Growing up a Child of the ’80s, weekends were absolutely the best and I made a point to record SNL with my high-tech VCR, because I could… Continue Reading →

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 →

Baby Reindeer: A Real-Life Exploration of Stalking and Trauma

Every now and again, Netflix gets people talking. During the pandemic, it was Tiger King. Then came the dystopian-survival thriller, Squid Game. Whether it is funny or shocking, some shows find fame due to word of mouth. The latest example… Continue Reading →

Dan Aykroyd’s Paranormal Pop-Culture Renaissance

Per Matt If there’s something strange, and it don’t look good… who ya gonna call? Well, it’s usually Dan Aykroyd who answers the bell. You may recognize the Not Ready for Prime Time Player from old-school Saturday Night Live seasons…. Continue Reading →

Paul Reubens was More Than Just Pee-wee Herman

Per Matt Words cannot express the feelings… For the past three weeks, I’ve been struggling to encapsulate my thoughts. Paul Reubens, better known as Pee-wee Herman, has passed away after a six-year battle with cancer, which he kept very private…. Continue Reading →

Die Hart 2 Fails on So Many Levels

Kevin Hart is one of the most beloved comedians of modern times. His style of comedy led him on a tour back in 2009, which turned into multiple yearly engagements, ultimately leading to his shows being filmed and released to… Continue Reading →

Move Over, Jay Leno. Titane Brings New Meaning to Car Lover.

Those who are around my age might remember stories about Jay Leno’s passion for cars. The king of late-night comedy was known to have a penchant for Porsche. A love for Lamborghini. A craving for Chrysler. I remember watching a… Continue Reading →

Returning Characters Make Coming 2 America Worth the Trip

Per Matt As a Child of the ’80s, I was a HUGE fan of Coming to America. Originally released in 1988, the movie helped mold my personality and my sense of humor. Back in the day, I was introduced to… Continue Reading →

Showtime Punches the Right Ticket for The Comedy Store

Per Matt Stand-up comedy of the ’70s changed show business forever. Who knew all it would take was a divorcee with three kids running a nightclub as if the comedians were her own family to kickstart it all? This is… Continue Reading →

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