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About Denise

Professional nerd. Lover of licorice.

Sneak peek: Mark Hamill’s “The Force Awakens” Luke Skywalker in full Jedi effect!

Posted on August 14, 2015 by Denise

So…what do you think? I have a feeling this was a leak, rather than an official movie still drop, so who knows if this will be the final look for Luke. Still? I’m amped. AMPED.

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Elsewhere Review: Straight Outta Compton

Posted on August 14, 2015 by Denise

Too lazy to write up another bit of something on this fabulous film, so here’s the piece I wrote at Geek for e.  As always, clicky on the title for the original piece! TwitView: Straight Outta Compton Powerfully acted, amazing … Continue reading →

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The What/Why/How of “The End of the Tour”

Posted on August 14, 2015 by Denise

Nutshell: The End of the Tour is an incredibly realistic slice-of-life film involving a famous author and the reporter interviewing him for a piece in Rolling Stone.  The back and forth between these two characters gets into more than fame … Continue reading →

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Baltimore Screening Pass-palooza: Mistress America

Posted on August 14, 2015 by Denise

No, this isn’t a naughty documentary.  It’s an indie flick that sounds like a hip coming-of-age film.  Here’s the 411: In MISTRESS AMERICA, Tracy (Lola Kirke) is a lonely college freshman in New York, having neither the exciting university experience … Continue reading →

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The Man from U.N.C.L.E. brings back 60s mod. Groovy, baby.

Posted on August 14, 2015 by Denise

Nutshell: Mod, hip and a gorgeous tip of the hat to classic spy films.  Hammer and Cavill have great buddy film chemistry, and Ritchie knows how to give good action. The plot is muddled, but who cares when you’re having … Continue reading →

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Harvey Awards 2015: Vivek J. Tiwary to host awards ceremony

Posted on August 13, 2015 by Denise

The Fifth Beatle‘s Vivek J. Tiwary got the tap to host this year’s Harvey Awards.  He did a wonderful job at his Baltimore Comic-Con panel last year, so I’m betting this will be a good time.  Take it away, press … Continue reading →

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“Wolf Totem” trailer: life in Inner Mongolia. Beautiful!

Posted on August 12, 2015 by Denise

Sweeping vistas.  A story about people you know nothing (or next to nothing) about.  Color me intrigued.  And after seeing this trailer, color me chomping at the bit. Check out the gorgeous views!  And the mix of culture clash and … Continue reading →

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Tom Hiddleston as Hank Williams in “I Saw The Light” – First Look!

Posted on August 12, 2015 by Denise

My dad was a huge Hank fan.  And thanks to dad, I still love me some good country and/or bluegrass.  So I’m psyched to see I Saw The Light, a biopic about Hank Williams.  And if this picture is any … Continue reading →

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@BronyCon — Brony Bar Trot 101

Posted on August 12, 2015 by Denise

Ain’t no party like a Bar Trot party, ’cause a Bar Trot party got ponies! This was my first year at the ‘Trot, and I had a blast.  While waiting for my Baltimare buddies to join me, I got to … Continue reading →

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R.E.E.P.E.R. Men #2 – cover revealed!

Posted on August 12, 2015 by Denise

Are you on the safe list?  After a peek at the cover for R.E.E.P.E.R. Men #2, I’m betting everyone will want to be. Are you reading R.E.E.P.E.R. Men?  What do you think about issue 2’s cover art?

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