Tyler Perry- The Underdog Hollywood Mogul
If I were to tell you what a Pulitzer Prize was and then told you Kendrick Lamar won the award; Would you believe me? If I were to tell you … Continue reading Tyler Perry- The Underdog Hollywood Mogul
Category: Think Pieces
Twin Suns Transmission Podcast Review
I guess this all started when I went to Star Wars Weekends in 2014. I was waiting in line to meet one of the talents from the Star Wars Universe … Continue reading Twin Suns Transmission Podcast Review
Star Trek: Deanna Troi is Great, Actually
Scrolling through the Trek forums, fan pages, and blog posts dedicated to all things Star Trek, I was surprised to learn that many Star Trek fans have a low opinion … Continue reading Star Trek: Deanna Troi is Great, Actually
Cinema Outside Star Wars: Chronicle (2012)
When I first discovered that Star Wars had a website, I was impressed with Bryan Young’s series Cinema Behind Star Wars. It was amazing to see Young break down how much Star … Continue reading Cinema Outside Star Wars: Chronicle (2012)
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Movie Review
Ryan Coogler directs the 30th feature film for Marvel Studios, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. This marks the last silver screen tale for Phase Four in the Marvel Cinematic. James Gunn gets to … Continue reading Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Movie Review
Inside of You Podcast Review
I remember browsing through Twitter to see what my favorite actors were up to and I found Smallville alum, Michael Rosenbaum. This was back in 2017. One of his tweets … Continue reading Inside of You Podcast Review
Star Wars: Andor- What Happens to Mon Mothma in the Sequel Era?
From the moment she appeared onscreen, Mon Mothma commanded nothing but respect. The beautiful and stern leader of the Rebel Alliance made quite an impression for such a brief role … Continue reading Star Wars: Andor- What Happens to Mon Mothma in the Sequel Era?
Halloween Binge Guide: Supernatural Season 8: “Bitten”
“Bitten,” the fourth episode of Supernatural Season 8, has been on my mind for many years. With Halloween right around the corner and the episode celebrating its tenth anniversary, I … Continue reading Halloween Binge Guide: Supernatural Season 8: “Bitten”
How Pop Culture Reflects Real Life
I am not ashamed to admit I am a fan of pop culture. I love watching movies. I enjoy a good book. I am eager to spend hours, eyes locked … Continue reading How Pop Culture Reflects Real Life
John Carter (2012) Film: 10 Years Later
Andrew Stanton is a filmmaker I admire so much. He nailed it when he brought Finding Nemo to the big screen. He did it once more when he made a … Continue reading John Carter (2012) Film: 10 Years Later
Dear Chadwick
Dear Chadwick, Great shows like The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, Family Matters, The Hughleys, Bernic Mac Show, Jamie Foxx, Martin, Static Shock, Power Rangers, and getting to see black … Continue reading Dear Chadwick
The Chronicles Of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader Movie Review
I am shook. 10 years ago this film was released and 15 years ago, I got to see The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe; the book I read in 5th … Continue reading The Chronicles Of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader Movie Review
The Hunger Games 2012 Film Adaptation: 10 Years Later
I can’t believe that it’s been ten years since the film adaptation of The Hunger Games came out. Time sure does fly for a cultural phenomenon. My sister had been … Continue reading The Hunger Games 2012 Film Adaptation: 10 Years Later
Smallville Retrospective: What Makes the Series A Successful Superman Adaptation
I became aware of Smallville thanks to Teen Titans. Teen Titans had just ended its legendary run after five seasons on Cartoon Network. Not soon after, there was a tv promo for a Smallville episode featuring the … Continue reading Smallville Retrospective: What Makes the Series A Successful Superman Adaptation
What Makes A Successful Book Adaptation
I am sure many of you will agree that it feels good when you read and finish an amazing book. I equate that to Rocky Balboa reaching the steps of … Continue reading What Makes A Successful Book Adaptation
A Closer Look at Pop Culture and Mental Health
To ease any confusion, I included a feature image of Michael Rosenbaum to shamelessly plug his podcast Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum. Before I lose anyone, I have to … Continue reading A Closer Look at Pop Culture and Mental Health
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds: Ghosts of Illyria Review
This post contains minor spoilers for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 1, Episode 3: “Ghosts of Illyria.” After 60 years, Number One (Rebecca Romijn) has an onscreen backstory! The … Continue reading Star Trek: Strange New Worlds: Ghosts of Illyria Review
Revisiting Remakes: Clash of the Titans (2010) Movie Review
Clash of the Titans might be my favorite remake since The Mummy. I remember watching the trailer for the 2010 film on repeat. It had a mix of hard rock to evoke … Continue reading Revisiting Remakes: Clash of the Titans (2010) Movie Review
Unaccompanied Minors-15 Years Later
It’s Christmas in May! I am glad the CW hit show Everybody Hates Chris was around when Unaccompanied Minors released in December, 2006. I might not have cared about watching … Continue reading Unaccompanied Minors-15 Years Later
What Emperor Kuzco Has in Common With Thor…and Lightning McQueen?
It sounds a little far-fetched. It seems outlandish. How would an Incan emperor, a Norse demigod, and a hotshot racing superstar have anything in common except all of them being … Continue reading What Emperor Kuzco Has in Common With Thor…and Lightning McQueen?
Bill Lawrence- A Television Maestro
I’ve followed the career of Bill Lawrence with great interest. It started with his hit NBC show Scrubs which ran on NBC (and later ABC) from 2001 to 2010. After Scrubs, I couldn’t … Continue reading Bill Lawrence- A Television Maestro
Marvel Theories and Lightbulbs Post-Endgame
After watching the Marvel movies countless times, you begin to realize certain moments you missed: easter eggs, fun facts, and more. But the best part is when certain characters you … Continue reading Marvel Theories and Lightbulbs Post-Endgame
M. Night Shyamalan: An Unexpected Yet True Underdog
Over the past ten years, M. Night Shyamalan managed to make one of the worst-reviewed films in 2010 and collaborated with Will Smith and his son Jaden Smith for a … Continue reading M. Night Shyamalan: An Unexpected Yet True Underdog
Stranger Things Season 4 Trailer Breakdown
What a treat it has been to see the cast of Stranger Things grow since the show debuted in 2016. The cast made waves in amazing projects outside Hawkins while … Continue reading Stranger Things Season 4 Trailer Breakdown
The Last Airbender Film Retrospective
On July 1, 2010, The Last Airbender burst into theaters. Over the years, I have brought up the film in conversation, and people’s eyes roll in either anger, sadness, disdain, disgust, evil … Continue reading The Last Airbender Film Retrospective
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