Elsewhere Review: Yuengling’s Hershey’s Chocolate Porter

Posted on January 24, 2020 by Denise
It’s been awhile since I’ve posted one of my brew reviews. Because I forget. So… Originally published at The Green Man Review!

What do you get when two great Pennsylvania tastes decide to mix it up? You get a fantastic porter that’s well worth searching out. Yuengling knew what they were doing when they collaborated with Hershey’s. And the brewery definitely let the chocolatier take the wheel. And it’s glorious.

It’s definitely Willy Wonka beer, because even though it has a beautifully dark porter look, it tastes like chocolate milk in the glass. You know, the good kind, with extra syrup. No wonder the brewery sold out the moment it hit taps.(Don’t worry though. They made more.)

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“The Gentlemen” – Guy Ritchie unloads his trademark moves

Posted on January 23, 2020 by Denise

“There’s fuckery afoot.”

Story: Marijuana honcho Raymond finds a skeevy reporter named Fletcher in the kitchen. So why not listen to Fletcher’s blackmail attempt tale of Raymond’s boss Mickey Pearson, and how the entirety of the English crime world has been rocked by Pearson’s plan to retire and live a quiet life. Cue the flashbacks!

Genre I’d put it in: Guy Ritchie-level Guy Ritchie Films

Remake, Sequel, Based-On, or Original: Original, but it vibes with the best of Ritchie’s crime caper stories.

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Baltimore Screening Pass-palooza – “The Rhythm Section”!

Posted on January 20, 2020 by Denise

Blake Lively has been making some really entertaining films in the past few years. Wanna go see another one? I thought so. Synopsis!

Blake Lively stars as Stephanie Patrick, an ordinary woman on a path of self-destruction after her family is tragically killed in a plane crash. When Stephanie discovers that the crash was not an accident, she enters a dark, complex world to seek revenge on those responsible and find her own redemption. Based on the novel by Mark Burnell, from director Reed Morano (“The Handmaid’s Tale”) and the producers of the James Bond film series, The Rhythm Section also stars Jude Law and Sterling K. Brown.

Ready? Let’s go!

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Baltimore Screening Pass-palooza – “The Gentlemen”!

Posted on January 15, 2020 by Denise

Ready for Guy Ritchie’s new joint? Yeah you are! Synopsis!

From writer/director Guy Ritchie comes THE GENTLEMEN, a star-studded sophisticated action comedy. THE GENTLEMEN follows American expat Mickey Pearson (Matthew McConaughey) who built a highly profitable marijuana empire in London. When word gets out that he’s looking to cash out of the business forever it triggers plots, schemes, bribery and blackmail in an attempt to steal his domain out from under him (featuring an all-star ensemble cast including Charlie Hunnam, Henry Golding, Michelle Dockery, Jeremy Strong, Eddie Marsan, Colin Farrell, and Hugh Grant).

Ready? Let’s go!

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“Dolittle” – fabulously frenetic family fun

Posted on January 15, 2020 by Denise

“I bought a one way ticket to crazy town!”

Story: John Dolittle is a doctor and veterinarian of some renown, helping folks from farmers to the Queen herself. But when his beloved wife dies, he shuts down. Shuts down his practice, his emotions, and the walls to his glorious sanctuary. But fate has a way of sneaking in, in the form of two youngsters who need his help…

Genre I’d put it in: Family Friendly Modern Day Remakes Of Classic Lit

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TrailerWatch “MORBIUS” drops vampiric teaser and image!

Posted on January 13, 2020 by Denise

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“How far are we allowed to go to fix something that’s broken?”

Ready for a Marvel-ous blood sucker? Behold – Morbius, the living vampire! Synopsis!

One of Marvel’s most compelling and conflicted characters comes to the big screen as Oscar® winner Jared Leto transforms into the enigmatic antihero, Michael Morbius. Dangerously ill with a rare blood disorder, and determined to save others suffering his same fate, Dr. Morbius attempts a desperate gamble. What at first appears to be a radical success soon reveals itself to be a remedy potentially worse than the disease.

Holy blip – not only do we have Leto in full effect, but there’s Matt Smith looking sinister, Jared Harris as Michael Moribus’ father figure, and is that…? OMGOMGOMG CROSSOVER???

Moribus knocks on your window July 31, 2020.

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#Oscars2020 – Issa Rae is my spirit animal.

Posted on January 13, 2020 by Denise

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TrailerWatch – “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina” goes “Straight to Hell” in this Season 3 music video teaser!

Posted on January 10, 2020 by Denise

“When it comes to love I’m going straight to Hell”

Kiernan Shipka (aka Sabrina Spellman) channels her inner 60s pop group demon, and I’ll be dammed if this isn’t one helluva catchy tune. The hook is gonna getcha, that’s for sure.

So is the way this video drops tidbits from the upcoming season, including lots of blood and a whole lot of scary situations. But hey – Nick wearing leather pants and chains! And Madam Satan sure looks comfy in her crown…

Chilling Adventures Of Sabrina season 3 comes to your door January 24th. Til then? Let’s dance!

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“Underwater” – a mix of genre favorites blended into a story we’ve seen before

Posted on January 9, 2020 by Denise

“I love Moon Pies!” [ed: who doesn’t?]

Story: A deep sea underwater research and drilling facility gets hit with a series of earthquakes that leave only six people alive after the devastation. But wait just a minute…what’s that in the water? THAT WAS NO EARTHQUAKE Y’ALL.

Genre I’d put it in: Bland But Watchable Genre Rehash

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TrailerWatch – Netflix’s “Locke & Key” drops trailer!

Posted on January 8, 2020 by Denise

“Welcome to Key House!”

An absolutely terrific comic book series – written by Horns and NOS4A2 author Joe Hill, no less – comes to Netflix, and here’s just a taste. Things look like they’re leaning more toward fantasy than straight up horror, but I can hardly wait to see more. Synopsis!

After their father is murdered under mysterious circumstances, the three Locke siblings and their mother move into their ancestral home, Keyhouse, which they discover is full of magical keys that may be connected to their father’s death. As the Locke children explore the different keys and their unique powers, a mysterious demon awakens — and will stop at nothing to steal them. From Carlton Cuse (Lost, Bates Motel) and Meredith Averill (The Haunting of Hill House), the series is a coming-of-age mystery about love, loss, and the unshakable bonds that define family.

Locke & Key opens up on Netflix February 2nd, 2020.

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