Movie Review: Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows
by Jennifer Bay, Editor
There is very little I don’t love about Robert Downey, Jr. or Jude Law. Regardless of the negativity both have had in the public eye, I think they’re both incredibly attractive and both generally choose great roles for themselves . Put them together in a series based on one of my favorite novel characters ever and I’m sold.
Blu-ray Review: Fright Night (2011)
“He’s not lovesick, or misunderstood, he’s the @#$%ing shark from ‘Jaws’!” – Evil Ed
by Chris Kane, Reviewer and Karl Madsen, Horror Editor
We have all had neighbors move into the house next door, and most have acted strangely at first. Especially when they do most of their business at night, and a wave of criminal activity begins at the same time. Isn’t that what happens when a vampire moves in next door? How was I supposed to know that he really was a night watchman, and that there is always crime in a big city. But I digress, and the restraining order says I can’t say any more.
The new Fright Night is a retelling of a story that resonated with pre- and post pubescent Gen Xers. Indeed Fright Night is an important part of our myth pool, our tales which capered and cavorted in our minds long after we had extinguished the safety of our bedroom light. In many ways this retelling is a re presentation to the next generation: the cinematic equivalent of handing down the tale of razor-blade-laced Halloween treats, or Bloody Mary (Bloody Mary, Bloody Ma—). Fright Night 2011 also happens to be a metric shit-ton of celluloid fun, filled with nerve torquing suspense, blow-your-hair-back action sequences, and a cast that propels Fright Night shrieking into the present. Bloody good fun!
DVD Review: Doctor Who: The Complete David Tennant Years
by Kroze Kresky, Media Editor and Matt Sernaker, Managing Editor
Brenda’s Book Lover’s Gift Guide
Wondering what to get that avid reader on your list? Here’s my guide to the best 2011 has to offer in Science Fiction, Fantasy and Mystery. It was a hard list to narrow down, but I promise the book worms on your list will not be disappointed!
The Warded Man by Peter V. Brett
This is an incredible first novel by Peter V.
St Louis Giveaway: Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows Screening Monday December 12th! (Contest Ended)
St Louis Fans! Enter our Giveaway to see our Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows Screening Monday, December 12th at 7PM at the Galaxy 14 Cine in Chesterfield!
3 Ways to enter to win for passes:
DVD Review: 15th Anniversary Edition- Neverwhere
by Brenda Waldrop, Books Editor
BBC Studios has just released the 15th Anniversary Edition of their adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s Neverwhere on DVD. Known to film audiences for hit films like Stardust and Coraline, and for his groundbreaking comics, graphic novels, and books, the unique miniseries Neverwhere was Gaiman’s first foray into the world or television.
Geek Gift Guide 2011: For Your Deployed Geeky Soldier
by Ian ‘Dix’ Dixon, Afghanistan Correspondent
So you’ve got a family member or friend who’s serving your country overseas this holiday and you don’t know what to get them? Well look no further than Dix’s Gift Guide for the Deployed Geeky Soldier. This list could very much apply to all soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines, not just the geek variety. A lot of these items popped up repeatedly on a general poll circulated not to just computer tech types, but also some combat arms and some intelligence guys. Here’s what we came up with…
Blu-ray Review: Doctor Who: The Complete Sixth Series (and Giveaway Contest – Ends 12/7)
by Kroze Kresky, Media Editor
When Stephen Moffat took the Doctor Who reigns from Russel T. Davies, people wondered if he could possibly keep up the feeling of wonder and excitement that RTD was able to inject into Doctor Who during his 5 year run on the series. Moffat, who is no stranger to blowing people’s minds over and over again, has more than proven himself again, showing that Series 5 was not just a fluke occurrence. Doctor Who: The Complete Sixth Series on Blu-ray gives us everything we have wanted and much much MORE!
Movie Review: Hugo
by Ryan Ocular, Guest Reviewer
Hugo is a superb film that offers more than viewers might expect. You would expect it to be about Hugo and his adventure to get an automaton working. However, the movie heads into an unexpected arc as captivating as Hugo’s. To avoid spoiling the magic of the film, I will refrain from exposing it. There is also a note of concern for parents as the second arc becomes serious and dark. I would suggest this film for 9 year olds and older so they can understand and appreciate it more. Nonetheless, it is a masterful movie experience.
Geek Gift Guide 2011: Top 5 Toys For Your Geek Man
by Kevin Gaussoin, Editor-in-Chief
It’s that time of year again. Black Friday, a blur of a weekend, Cyber Monday, Booze Tuesday, Humpday, Late Thanksgiving, then soon you’re smacked with Christmas or Festivus, or whatever holiday you celebrate. Don’t procrastinate again this year and end up giving yet another handle of some pre-mixed libation and a bargain rack DVD cause that’s all that was available at 11pm on Christmas Eve. You know your geek dude needs some special love, and while we can’t help you with that, we can give you some solid advice on what kinda geek swag he’s sure to appreciate. Here are five sure winners…
Geek Gift Guide 2011: The Ultimate Geek Girl Gift Guide
Let’s face it, Guys. We’re hard to shop for in normal situations. But for the holidays? When you’re busy playing Call of Duty, or following your favorite team on Sunday? The last thing you have time for is to go to the mall and hunt for parking, then actually LOOK for something that she doesn’t already own. Fear not, here’s a down and dirty list, complete with links, of tried and true (read: I did all the research for you) gifts for the Geek Girl in your life, so that you can avoid the mall altogether. Read on…
For your Kawaii Geek Girl: Black Cat Crocheted Headphones
Geek Gift Guide 2011: Top 5 Things To Get Your Geeky Girlfriend
by Ashley Penrod, Assistant Editor
So, Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Christmas, buy stuff, blah blah. All of that holiday cheer is here, yet again, for 2011! Take your shopping fears and woes out of the equation, because here are a few words that should calm your noël-rattled nerves: “Here is some stuff I can buy for all of my cool friends”. Brought to you by yours truly, because this is pretty much what my list looks like. And I’m the coolest. I’m also a girl, so look elsewhere for a list filled with stupid Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and Madden NFL, because that is not what your geeky girlfriend wants for Christmas. As a matter of fact, considering that this is, literally, my personal wish list, we could probably just call it: “What Your Geeky Girlfriend Probably REALLY Wants For Christmas”. In no specific order of desire:
Movie Review: The Muppets
by Matt Sernaker, Managing Editor
It’s time to play the music
It’s time to light the lights
The new Muppet movie is entirely awesome
And we’re reviewing it tonight!
Blu-ray Review: Super 8
Super 8, the newest film from the mind of LOST creator J.J. Abrams and Sci-Fi mastermind Steven Spielberg, is now available for you to own in a special Blu-ray/DVD combo pack!
So, what is Super 8 and why do you need to watch it? Imagine E.T. The Extraterrestrial and Cloverfield, mash them together with a dash or two of awesome special effects. This movie is a solid win for Paramount Studios and Amblin Entertainment (who also made E.T.), as it allowed audiences to experience a great take on the science fiction genre, with the pleasant addition of a genuine, feel good story and believable cast of characters from an 80’s movie.
