Author Archives: Denise

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About Denise

Professional nerd. Lover of licorice.

7 Pieces of “Hidden Figures”

Nutshell: An excellent look at heretofore unsung women behind the Astronauts.  Director Theodore Melfi manages to combine the stories of three women, the cultural revolution of the era, and the history of the space program together in an affecting, enjoyable … Continue reading

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TrailerWatch: “A Cure for Wellness”

Ready for something creepy?  The first trailer for A Cure for Wellness should hit the spot.  It’s got lots of horror highlights; a suspicious doctor, a hospital in the middle of nowhere, and a very weird treatment regimen… Synopsis! An … Continue reading

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7 Pieces of “Jackie”

Nutshell: A moving portrait of a woman in the spotlight, going through an indescribably painful time, Jackie paints a moving picture of grief and survival thanks to a touching, time-shuffled story deftly directed by Pablo Larraín, and a masterful performance … Continue reading

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Contest Time: La La Land!

Gearing up for La La Land? You should be – it’s been getting incredible buzz, and the trailer looks absolutely incredible.  Plus, who doesn’t love to sing and dance?  Unhappy people, that’s who.  And I’m about to make you happy.  … Continue reading

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Baltimore Screening Pass-palooza: Fences!

Killer actors.  Tony-award winning play starring said killer actors.  What more do you need to start salivating, movie fans?  I’ve got passes for Fences, and this one’s gonna be in the ol’ Oscar pool for certain.  Synopsis! FENCES is directed … Continue reading

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Baltimore Screening Pass-palooza: Passengers!

Ready for some out-of-this-world storytelling?  Because I’ve got passes for Passengers, a tale of outer-space love and adventure and stuff.  (See what I did there? FINE.) Synopsis! Jennifer Lawrence (Aurora) and Chris Pratt (Jim) star in an exciting action-thriller about … Continue reading

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7 (Spoiler-free) Pieces of “Rogue One”

Nutshell: Rogue One is definitely a rock ’em, sock ’em story worthy of the Star Wars ‘verse. But it doesn’t have that same charismatic pull that the original trilogy had. Dunno if that should be held against it, as very … Continue reading

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Con News: PotterVerse – a Harry Potter ‘con – is coming to Baltimore!

Y’all, I am truly STOKED about this, because I’m a huuuuuge Harry Potter fan.  PotterVerse is coming to Baltimore!  That’s right; a three-day Harry Potter convention will be in Baltimore come September 2017.  I’m so excited I had to pull … Continue reading

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Con News: Vendors! BronyCon’s looking for YOU!

What’s better than hanging out at a con and chatting with like-minded friends and fans?  Merch!  #BroniesBeShoppin Because where else will you find the perfect Cheese Sandwich-as-Changling chibi you’ve been looking for?  Or that sterling silver Fluttershy cutie-mark necklace? (Seriously … Continue reading

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Baltimore Screening Pass-palooza: “Lion”!

Time for some indie goodness!  I’ve got passes for the Baltimore screening of Lion!  Synopsis! Five year old Saroo gets lost on a train which takes him thousands of miles across India, away from home and family. Saroo must learn … Continue reading

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