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Professional nerd. Lover of licorice.

First Look: New Ghostbusters character posters!

It’s one thing to get excited when a reboot comes along that sounds like it could actually bring the goods.  It’s another when that reboot casts a bunch of comediennes that are already favorites.  But when the posters come around … Continue reading

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The Force & Frozen are coming to Awesome Con – Darth, Ackbar & Elsa!

Yeah I know — you’re still ironing your Jawa robe for Friday’s The Force Awakens happytimes (hint: dont!  Like Jawas had spray starch?)  But here’s the scoop on some seriously cool Star Wars action at next year’s Awesome Con: David … Continue reading

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Baltimore Screening Pass-palooza: Norm of the North!

Baltimore people, tourists can really put a crimp in your city time, amirite? Everybody trying to hit the Aquarium at the same time.  Crowding around the penguin exhibit at the Zoo.  And let’s not forget trying to spend a little … Continue reading

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#TheForceAwakens: this is the spoiler-free review you’re looking for

Nutshell: J.J. Abrams keeps the themes so beloved from Episodes IV-VI while keeping things fresh and compelling.  Action, suspense, dread, hope…it’s all here. An excellent addition to the Star Wars universe, and a must-see this awards season.  Grade: A “Force?” … Continue reading

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TrailerWatch: “Fantastic Beasts” is here!

Ready for some more of Harry Potter’s wizard world?  Well, you’ll have to wait about 11 months, but at least the first trailer for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them just hit! Looks very cool, and though I’d love … Continue reading

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TrailerWatch – “Independence Day: Resurgence” brings the boom

Anyone else catch the new Independence Day: Resurgence trailer last night during footballs?  (What? I have friends who watch the sports.)  Gotta say it made my night; I’ve been looking forward to a trailer since the ID:R press event earlier … Continue reading

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Trailerwatch – “X-Men: Apocalypse” brings the power

I always loved those kaiju films where a bunch of monsters all got together and threw down.  X-Men: Apocalypse looks like a similar type of action fest. For those who don’t know, Apocalypse — briefly seen in the post-credits scene … Continue reading

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Baltimore Screening Pass-palooza: Concussion!

Oh man.  League of Denial was one powerful Frontline piece.  I recommend seeing it if you can (tip: it’s on the Netflix…)  So when I saw the trailer for Concussion, a biopic about the discovery of CTE (Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy) … Continue reading

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Review in a Flash: “In the Heart of the Sea” is a beautiful tale that struggles to stay afloat

It’s Awards Season Onslaught time! So that can mean only one thing; quickie reviews so you (and I) can get out and enjoy the season faster. Feliz Chrismukwanzyulekkah y’all! Nutshell: Chris Hemsworth delivers an incredible, career-changing performance here. Pity the … Continue reading

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TrailerWatch – “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows”

“When something bad happens, you wanna be with the turtles!” Can’t argue with that.  Especially if the boys have pizza.  Michael Bey’s TMNT reboot was better than I thought it’d be (hint: I thought it’d be crap, so the fun … Continue reading

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