Fri
10
Jun

Jurassic World: Dominion Provides Exhilarating Action And Expositional Slumber In Equal Measure

Jurassic World: Dominion is the sixth installment of the beloved dinosaur action-adventure franchise that has cost $714 million – including this film – to make and has earned over $5 billion dollars to date before this one opens in the U.S. market. It's safe to say that's an excellent return on investment. But more important to most moviegoers than the bottom line of any film’s final financials is the joy we all get from seeing these giant long extinct dinosaurs thrash and rampage wherever they wish on the biggest theater movie screens in town. Seeing these monstrous lizards instantly refills the viewer with our childhood love of these terrible beasts that we all seemed to share in our collective youth. I know I certainly would have liked to have been a paleontologist, long before I could even spell that word.

Mon
06
Jun

Make it a Game Night with Deadly Games, Now on Blu-ray from Arrow

Deadly Games

1982’s Deadly Games, written and directed by Scott Mansfield, is an early and unique entry into the start of the 80’s slasher film craze.  Recently restored from the original negatives, Deadly Games sets the standard for every stalker POV shot in all the horror films that came after it.

Mansfield’s vision of a masked slasher who chooses his victims by playing board games and rolling the dice is an odd choice but works exceedingly well with the stalking portions of the movie. Mixed with the strong character-driven scenes, it creates a nice balance that is an enjoyable watch which unfortunately loses most of its steam towards the final act.

Sat
04
Jun

Two Cult Horror Lives Entwine In Joe M. O'Connell's Documentary Rondo And Bob

The webs of fate are oftentimes long, strange and intricate. What links the past to the present, the living to the dead, can be found in the thinnest and most inexplicable of threads. So it is with the connection between tragic cult horror film actor Rondo Hatton (1894-1946), whose unusual appearance earned him monstrous appeal in noir-era Hollywood, and the late Bob Burns (1944-2004), whose influential and iconic art direction on such movies as The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, The Hills Have Eyes, The Howling and Re-Animator was only one facet of his eccentric and obsessive personality.

Thu
02
Jun

Raiders of the Lost Ark - 4K Ultra HD Steelbook Edition

Raiders

You know the movie. You're probably already hearing the theme song playing in your head as you read this (assuming you actually ARE reading this, and just didn't skip over all this text like Indiana Jones hopping over a pit of snakes to get to where the action is -- the entry form.

Up for grabs in this giveaway is the steelbook edition of the classic RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK on 4K UltraHD and Digital. Relive the adventure with Indy, Marion, Short Round, and the rest with this high-def pressing, now released in a sturdy metal case.

Wed
01
Jun

The Power of Series: This is Why Viewers Stay Tuned

Why Viewers Stay Tuned

photo by Efraimstochter (Author), Pixabay Licence (License)

Series are an unmistakably hot trend in the media world. Currently, the last season of "Better Call Saul" is entering its mid-season break, and fans have to wait weeks for the actual finale. The first season began airing in summer 2015, and viewers have remained loyal ever since. At first, the drama series was simply seen as a prequel to the series smash "Breaking Bad," but it has since developed its own momentum. This means that even before it started, there was a potential, hooked audience that actually got involved with "Better call Saul" for the most part.

Mon
30
May

Humor and Adventure Partner in Kesel and Hahn's Impossible Team-Up 2B

Impossible Team-Up 2B

Springing out of the Impossible Jones / Holly Daze collaboration that was the crux of Impossible Team-Up A comes the next chapter in the life of our favorite not-quite-a-superhero. Impossible Jones is still trying to figure out what happened to her to give her her amazing set of super abilities. But that's secondary to balancing the very tricky predicament of her life since she gained her powers -- being mistaken for a superhero when she is actually a thief!

Sun
29
May

Online Sports Betting Perks Over Traditional Bookmakers

Online Sports Betting vs Traditional Bookmakers

The past glory of traditional bookmakers is indisputable. They were once the only option for those looking to place a bet, and were a staple of the gambling industry. However, with the advent of the internet, their dominance has been challenged. Online betting company have many advantages over their traditional counterparts, and as a result, they have been steadily growing in popularity. With many betting tips, suggestions, reviews and strategies available online, you can learn more thoroughly before jumping in and bet your hard-earned money to some random teams with uncertain odds.

Sun
29
May

Tips to Find a Trusted Online Casino Provider

Find Trusted Online Casinos

Casinos have been around for centuries, with the first one opening in Venice, Italy in 1638. Casinos were originally created as a place for people to gamble and have fun. Today, casinos are a major tourist attraction, with people from all over the world visiting them.

There are many different types of casinos, from the large Las Vegas-style casinos to the smaller, more intimate casinos. No matter what type of casino you visit, there is always a chance that you will be cheated out of your money.

Essential Tips to Avoid Scam

Sun
29
May

Depp, Heard Fans Wait, Speculate, While Jury Deliberates

Depp v Heard

Many celebrity court cases have captured the attention of the public over the years, but few have taken a literal world tour. The curious case of Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard has had weeks of testimony and mountains of evidence all to prove or disprove one thing: When Amber Heard wrote in her 2018 Washington Post editorial that she "became a public figure representing domestic abuse, and I felt the full force of our culture’s wrath for women who speak out," was she, in fact, speaking of her former husband Johnny Depp?

Sun
29
May

Is Seabiscuit the Best Tobey Maguire Movie?

Seabiscuit

There aren’t many horse racing movies that ever made the big screen, and there are several reasons for that. First of all, even though horse racing is one of the oldest sports in the world, it is still not as popular as other sports like soccer or basketball.

However, with the rise in popularity of horse racing, many movie-making companies and directors are looking to highlight some of the greatest stories from the sport’s rich tradition.

With that said, some horse racing movies managed to sneak through the radar and became very popular. One of which is Seabiscuit where the actor Tobey Maguire plays the main role. This movie is inspired by a true story, which you can read about here together with 10 interesting facts about Seabiscuit.

Sat
28
May

How to Find a Reliable Casino Without Registration

How to Find a reliable Casino without Registration

Wagering in a platform where you do not have to register your good anonymity. See how to find a great casino to play online.

Thu
26
May

Millar Gives Wizarding World a Kick-Ass Treatment with The Magic Order Volume 2

Magic Order Volume 2

The Magic Order protects the world from, not so much the things that go bump in the night, but the things that bump into the night and send it shrieking away in terror leaving a town or two full of dessicated bodies in its wake. It's as though writer Mark Millar does to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter what he did to the genre of superheroes: given it a "kick ass" boost.

Ever since Cordelia Moonstone became the head of The Order at the conclusion of the previous volume, things have been getting more hectic, possibly due to the way Cordelia rose to power. And Cordelia's leadership is about to be tested like never before.

Thu
26
May

Have Insurance? No Batman for You!

Batman: The Fortress 1

For over 80 years, Gotham City has been protected by The Batman, a crimefighter unique among a pantheon of superheroes because he's a human being. For decades he has patrolled his city stopping criminals large and small alike.

But that changes in the latest DC Comics release of Batman: Fortress. While the Earth is in chaos from an invasion, with Earth's greatest champion missing, Batman finds himself overwhelmed in his mission to defend the citizens of Gotham -- and save the world.

Thu
26
May

Do Students Need a Computer?

Students Need Computers

If you are currently preparing to head off to college in the fall, you may be wondering what technology you need. Most students are on a budget, and this can make it difficult to know what to buy, and you may even be wondering if you can get through your studies just using a tablet. This article explores what you should think about technology wise before you start your course.

Can I Use My Tablet?

The short answer is probably yes. If you already have a tablet that can connect to the internet and access things like Google Docs for word processing your essays, then it’s quite possibly suitable. And, you can always pop into your college library to access a desktop PC if you should need one. However, there are some huge drawbacks to only having a tablet for your studies.

Thu
26
May

Make a Date Night with Girls Nite Out, Now on Blu-ray from Arrow

Often unknown or overlooked, 1982’s Girls Nite Out is about as basic as you can get when it comes to slasher movies of that era. Mixing teen comedy with horror has always been a staple of these films, and this one does not disappoint. Going so far as to choose a giant bear school mascot costume as the killer’s choice of garb, the comedy feels forced at instances, and some of the better known actors of the film just phone in their performances throughout the duration of their screen time.

With horror icons Hal Holbrook (Creepshow), Rutanya Alda (Amityville II: The Possession), and comedy star Julia Montgomery (Revenge of the Nerds), Director Robert Deubel sets the stage for college campus hijinks and horror when a group of coeds are targeted by a crazy killer in a giant teddy bear suit during an all-night scavenger hunt.

Wed
25
May

Reasons You Should Go to the Cinema

Going to the cinema

Movies and films are an important part of society. They allow members of the public to really escape from the world and focus on something new. The magic of the world of films is definitely unmatched thanks to this. Of course, there are going to be some bad movies that you see in the course of your lifetime. However, these can often be entertaining in regards to how bad they are. Watching bad movies with friends is one of the most fun experiences you will have.

When it comes to how you watch movies, there are some ways that are better than others. For example, the best way is definitely to go to the cinema and see a new release. However, you might think, why would I spend money on a movie when you can stream some at home? If you are not convinced by the cinema, then here are some reasons why you should head in.

Wed
25
May

Top Gun: Maverick Is Just Plain Fun!

Tom Cruise recaptures his 80s glory in Top Gun: Maverick, opening in U.S. theaters on May 27, 2022.

If it ain't broke, don't fix it. That's the takeaway from Top Gun: Maverick, the sequel to 1986's Top Gun, directed by the late Tony Scott and starring 80s heartthrob action star Tom Cruise. It was the highest grossing film of the year, despite mixed reviews from the critics.

Tue
24
May

Uncharted Goes Off Course from Goonies, Indiana Jones

Uncharted Blu-ray

When I sat down to watch Uncharted, it was without any expectations set by the video game franchise upon which the film is based. That is because I was unaware of this game franchise until after I watched the film and got into the special features. Thus unencumbered, I perhaps enjoyed the film a bit more than established fans may have, adaptations seemingly falling victim to perennial disappointment.

Tom Holland (Spider-Man: No Way Home) plays the role of Nathan Drake, a pickpocket with bartending skills right out of Cocktail. He's also a bit of a history buff, believing himself to be a descendent of the great explorer, Sir Francis Drake. He was told this at a young age by his brother, who was raised with him in an orphanage before escaping a police charge for a museum theft he and Nathan pulled as juveniles.

Mon
23
May

Infinite Melds Multiple SF Tropes Into Muddled Movie

Infinite on Blu-ray

Mark Wahlberg headlines this sci-fi outing that blends elements of Highlander with The Matrix and Inception, resulting in a story that seems to advance so that each scene can cover the plot hole of the previous one.

The title, Infinite, refers to the group of people who have endured multiple reincarnations, and having held on to all their memories of their past lives. Why this is happening to them is never explained, even though the question of it is what drives the movie forward. The one exception to the memory rule is Wahlberg's character, Evan McCauley. In his past lives he has gone by the name Treadway (played in flashback scenes by Dylan O'Brien). Due to some accident earlier in this life, Evan has lost the memories of his past lives while retaining the instincts and lessons, such as sword forging and martial arts.

Fri
13
May

Why Safety Must Be Top of Your Gambling Site List

Safe Gambling

When it comes to gambling, safety should always be your number one priority. Unfortunately, not all gambling sites are created equal in this regard. Some sites take shortcuts when it comes to security and customer safety, which can lead to disaster. So how do you know which sites are safe? This article will go through in detail exactly how and why safety should be top of your gambling site list.

Security

Security and customer safety should always be the top priorities for any gambling site. Here are a few things to look for:

Reputation: One of the best ways to gauge a gambling site's safety is by looking at its reputation. If a site has been in business for a while and has a good track record, it's probably safe. On the other hand, if a site is new or has had problems in the past, it's best to stay away.

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