Author Archives: Denise

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About Denise

Professional nerd. Lover of licorice.

Con News: Small Press Expo shutters this year, will hold virtual Ignatz Awards

With so much to learn about COVID-19, I can’t say that I’m truly shocked that SPX has decided to cancel this year’s Expo…but I am sad. It’s such an incredible weekend filled with all sorts of indie, underground, and other … Continue reading →

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Elsewhere Review: Kasaugai Roasted Nuts Assortment

I’ve been inordinately lazy of late. But I have been writing stuff. Er, eating under the guise of reviewing. Boom – originally published over at The Green Man Review! I love senbei mixes. The crunch, salty goodness. The nori (seaweed) … Continue reading →

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At Home Ideas – “Rocky” watch party tonight!

The ROCKY watch party kicks off Creative Artists Agency’s new “Screening Room with the Stars” series benefiting communities impacted by COVID-19. Viewers will have an opportunity to contribute directly to organizations aiding the relief and recovery using links in the … Continue reading →

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TrailerWatch – “Antebellum” Janelle Monáe

“We go. Tonight.” (A quote from the movie, but also what I’m hoping to do once this film hits theaters.) I’m really looking forward to seeing this mind-bender of a horror film, and this new trailer has me even more … Continue reading →

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The Take deconstructs “The Strong Black Woman Trope” – and you need to check it out

The Take does brilliant video essays that dig into the heart of film and television tropes, themes, and subtexts. I’ve loved their content for years, when they went by ScreenPrism. But this video essay is a powerful one. I’m not … Continue reading →

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At Home Ideas – watch parties! “John Wick”, “Xenon” & “Bucket of Blood”!

I’m loving watch parties right now! It’s a great way to connect with friends, and enjoy (or riff on) films. I got together with a few buddies for Killer Sofa last Friday, and while the movie wasn’t great (not even … Continue reading →

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Goodreads Review – “Red, White, & Royal Blue”

Yeah, sometimes I’ll just rip a review straight off of what I wrote over at Goodreads. It happens. From my Goodreads account: Wow. How to put into words all of my feelings about this book? It’s exactly what I needed, what I … Continue reading →

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At Home Ideas – The Dark Zone live streams from “The Conjuring” house!

Are YOU ready for 24-7 live stream horror action? Here’s the info straight from the source: While many of us revel in the perks of an extended staycation, one family’s quarantine situation is almost unthinkable, and they want to give … Continue reading →

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At Home Review – “The Lighthouse

I’m dealing with no screenings. I’m not dealing well. So, why not throw money at streaming services that are showing stuff that was in the theaters before we all went on lockdown? Here’s my brief – because I’m in Home … Continue reading →

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TrailerWatch – Venom drops teaser showing Carnage – but not Maximum Carnage

…because I’m betting they’re saving that for a possible Venom/Spidey/Carnage crossover? I’m hoping that’s the case, anyway. Digging the fun title, and I’m hoping Harrelson goes full crazy here. I wanna see him go Natural Born Killers level sociopath, y’all. … Continue reading →

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