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Iron Lung: When Passion Overrides the Hollywood Cog Machine
There is something incredibly special ( and new for me at least ) about going to see an independently funded film by a person you have watched grow for over a decade.
By Amanda Starks2 months ago in Geeks
A Howling Good Time: Theatre at the Bell's "Lila the Werewolf"
Honesty is the best policy in relationships - even when the other is a werewolf. Theatre at the Bell presents “Lila the Werewolf,” a play adapted by Jeff Clark based on Peter S. Beagle’s short story. Farrell doesn’t feel that he and Lila are a good fit. Before he ends things, Farrell finds out that she is a werewolf. That puts Farrell in a complicated dilemma: Do they stay together, or break up?
By Marielle Sabbag2 months ago in Geeks
Hey Good Lookin' . Top Story - February 2026.
Hey Good Lookin’ is an animated gem from 1982 that Ralph Bakshi, a damned genius behind such animated treasures as Fritz the Cat, Wizards, American Pop, The Lord of the Rings (1978), and Fire and Ice, brought to life. He also brought "Mighty Mouse" to Saturday-morning screens in the 1980s, and his manifold attempts to bring “cartoons” into the realm of serious adult cinema—and lend them artistic legitimacy—were light-years ahead of their time.
By Tom Baker2 months ago in Geeks
Is Mariah Carey Italian or Is Her Story More Complex?
People feel close to Mariah Carey. Her voice has been there during heartbreak, quiet nights, and moments of escape. When an artist feels that personal, curiosity naturally follows. Fans want to know where she comes from, what shaped her, and which cultures live inside her story. One question keeps appearing in searches and conversations: is Mariah Carey Italian? It sounds simple, but it opens a deeper discussion about identity, assumptions, and how easily we label people we admire. This article explores where that question comes from, what the facts say, and why Mariah Carey’s real background deserves to be understood without myths attached to it.
By Muqadas khan2 months ago in Geeks
Luke Combs’ Super Bowl Week Cancellation Becomes Top Celebrity Trend. AI-Generated.
Super Bowl week is usually packed with spectacle — high-profile performances, celebrity appearances, brand events, and nonstop headlines. But this year, one of the most talked-about moments didn’t involve fireworks, halftime drama, or flashy commercials. Instead, it came from a quiet yet powerful decision by country music star Luke Combs, whose last-minute cancellation during Super Bowl week unexpectedly turned into a viral celebrity trend.
By Ayesha Lashari2 months ago in Geeks
Does The 'Wonder Man' Ending Set Up A 'Shang-Chi' Sequel?
WARNING! SPOILERS for Wonder Man. Wonder Man, the MCU's latest TV series, has proven a hit with audiences. The series follows the growing friendship between struggling actors Simon Williams and Trevor Slattery as they vie for roles in famous Director Von Kovak's Wonder Man movie. Meanwhile, Trevor is reluctantly working undercover for the Department of Damage Control, gathering information on the secretly superpowered Simon.
By Kristy Anderson2 months ago in Geeks
2025 in Horror
If the past few years have proven anything, it’s that horror is and always will be the most exciting and inventive type of storytelling. Horror movies have always been respected and appreciated amongst those who love the genre, but it's fair to say that they have been underappreciated and dismissed as not being "serious movies" by the general public, and even by the film industry itself.
By Kaiya J2 months ago in Geeks
One Long Battle After Another - A Movie Review
I am on a mission. One Battle After Another is a 2025 film. When his daughter is kidnapped, ex-revolutionist Bob Ferguson must reunite with his old comrades to reunite with his daughter.
By Marielle Sabbag2 months ago in Geeks
Channing Tatum Hospital Searches Reveal Our Anxiety-Driven Internet
A single phrase can spark confusion, worry, and endless speculation. “Channing Tatum hospital” is one of those phrases. It appears suddenly in search bars, feels urgent, and pushes people to look for answers that may not even exist. There is something deeply human about this reaction. When a familiar name is paired with a place associated with pain or vulnerability, curiosity quickly turns into concern. People imagine accidents, illness, or hidden stories. Yet most of the time, the truth is far quieter. This article explores why “channing tatum hospital” keeps appearing online, what usually fuels these searches, and what it says about how we process information in a digital world shaped by emotion, speed, and incomplete context.
By Muqadas khan2 months ago in Geeks
Fallout Series Review (Season 2)
After so many underwhelming video game adaptations, Fallout showed everyone how was it done with a knockout opening season in 2024. The second chapter takes a firmer grip on the source material, directly incorporating the lore into the main narrative. For the most part, it’s every bit as effective and engaging as the original.
By Robert Cain2 months ago in Geeks
Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
The first two episodes of Knight of the Seven Kingdoms were a little hard for me to get through. I don’t mind a lack of action if the character arcs are doing a decent job of carrying the story. But the main character Dunc is super annoying and extremely frustrating to watch. The only reason I am even continuing with it is because Egg is a little cutie patootie and I will power through to see his story unfold.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 months ago in Geeks
Wonderman
Wonderman was dropped all at once, because the powers that be have no faith in the general public, and I understand that but I think that anyone with an IQ above 10 would have been fine with a week to week release. That said the show is very intriguing so far, it's done a great job of setting things up in these first two episodes.
By Alexandrea Callaghan2 months ago in Geeks