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About Denise

Professional nerd. Lover of licorice.

TrailerWatch: “The Great Wall” film stars two white dudes. Because of course.

Posted on July 29, 2016 by Denise

Here we go again y’all. A film about something in Asia gets white leads. Oh honestly. Okay here’s the synopsis: Set in the Northern Song Dynasty, the story is about mysteries revolving around the Great Wall of China. [Hint: IT’S … Continue reading →

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Con News: “Mad” magazine’s Al Jaffee to receive Hall of Fame award at the Harvey Awards

Posted on July 29, 2016 by Denise

I loved Mad magazine when I was a kid. Loved it as an adult. So it’s great that Al Jaffee is getting the Harvey Kurtzman Hall of Fame Award at this year’s Harvey Awards! The Harveys are held during Baltimore … Continue reading →

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In Horror: John Leonetti to direct “Wish Upon”

Posted on July 29, 2016 by Denise

Ooh – magic box horror! I do love me some Hellraiser. But this sounds like a different riff, which is just and right.  Director John Leonetti helmed the so-so Annabelle, but also worked on The Conjuring, Tales from the Crypt … Continue reading →

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Blu-ray Giveaway: Mother’s Day!

Posted on July 29, 2016 by Denise

UPDATE: WINNERS HAVE BEEN CHOSEN.  A HUGE THANK YOU TO ALL WHO ENTERED! It’s hot outside.  And when it’s not hot, it’s raining.  And then it’s humid.  So why go outside – you’ve caught a bunch of Pokémon, how many … Continue reading →

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Baltimore Screening Pass-palooza: Suicide Squad!

Posted on July 25, 2016 by Denise

It’s time y’all.  Grab your bestie because it’s ON.  Time for Suicide Squad!  I’ve got 20 Admit-Two passes for readers!  Synopsis! It feels good to be bad… Assemble a team of the world’s most dangerous, incarcerated Super Villains, provide them … Continue reading →

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#SDCC News: “Doctor Strange” trailer gets strange

Posted on July 25, 2016 by Denise

“There is a strength to him.  But is he ready?” I dunno about Hugo Strange, but I sure am ready.  The official trailer for Marvel’s Doctor Strange hit San Diego Comic-Con this past weekend, and it’s all sortsa badass. First, … Continue reading →

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#SDCC News: “Spider-Man: Homecoming”

Posted on July 25, 2016 by Denise

Gotta love the day after San Diego Comic-Con.  Y’know, if you weren’t there.  Because all the info!  For example, here’s some Spider-Man: Homecoming pics from Hall H! But first, synopsis! A young Peter Parker/Spider-Man (Tom Holland), who made his sensational … Continue reading →

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ROE Giveaway: “Nine Lives”!

Posted on July 25, 2016 by Denise

UPDATE: WINNERS HAVE BEEN CHOSEN.  THANK YOU TO ALL WHO ENTERED!   Okay folks – time to give away some ROEs! What’s an ROE, you ask? Well, it literally means Run Of Engagement; passes you can use while the film … Continue reading →

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Review in a Flash: “Star Trek Beyond” is beyond cool

Posted on July 22, 2016 by Denise

Sometimes I’m too lazy for a full-out piece. Sometimes everything I’ve got to say about a film can be summarized in a sentence or two. Sometimes I was up til 2am jamming on a Star Trek marathon. So herewith, a … Continue reading →

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“Lights Out” turns a short film into a big scare

Posted on July 22, 2016 by Denise

Nutshell: Creepy, spooky, and effective as hell. Yes, the mental illness vs. actually being haunted plot point could have been a bit less Baby Be Crazy, and the sound editing could use a tweak or two to limit the number … Continue reading →

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