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The Testaments of Ann Lee and If I Had Legs, I’d Kick You
We are all busy people. Thank you for finding the time in your lives to read my film reviews. I’ve seen two films this week and I’m reviewing them together, in part, to save myself some time. So, let me save you some of that precious resource too and say that they are both good films, with excellent central performances. The Testament of Ann Lee got more stars (4.5) than If I Had Legs, I’d Kick You (3.5) on the spreadsheet I’m keeping for this year’s viewing. This means I would recommend them both, but as time is short for all of us, if you only have time to see one, make it The Testament of Ann Lee. But, for those who want to know more, please read on and you might discover which film would suit you best.
By Rachel Robbins10 days ago in Geeks
The Best SpongeBob SquarePants Episodes!
#1 - "Band Geeks" (Season 2, Episode 15) I love that stadiums and sports/concert arenas have begun attempting to recreate the SpongeBob anthem that rallied a generation. The Bubble Bowl is the SpongeBob equivalent of the Super Bowl, and honestly, Bikini Bottomites put on a better halftime show than the NFL. By a long shot.
By Madison "Maddy" Newton11 days ago in Geeks
War from Swords to Satellites
War has been a part of human history for thousands of years. From ancient battlefields where warriors fought with swords and shields to today’s technologically advanced conflicts monitored by satellites, warfare has changed dramatically. The evolution of war reflects the development of human societies, technologies, and political systems.
By shaoor afridi11 days ago in Geeks
Could Silver the Hegdehog be Shadow's Grandson?
Lately, I have been seeing comments on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube saying that Silver is Shadow the Hedgehog’s son. This could be true because there are some similarities between them. For example, the highlighted area around their eyes. Shadow has it red, while Silver is black.
By stephanie borges11 days ago in Geeks
Neve Campbell's Still A Scream Baby
Scream 7 Do you like scary movies? But the voice is the famous graveled voice of Ghost Face! Meaning, once again, the goofy faced killer is back for another round of slashing and slicing through teenagers and anyone that get's in his, or her, way? Yep, as the Scream series has proven, you never know if it's a lady or a not-so-gentleman behind the mask.
By The Man Behind The Mask12 days ago in Geeks
Finding Conversation, Friendship, and Healing in "Grapefruit"
Everything is a work in progress. “Grapefruit” is a film directed by Chase Juliet. Travis, a young man, is forced to move back into his childhood home with his newly sober mother, Evelyn. As tensions peak, Travis meets Billie, an eccentric woman at the Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.
By Marielle Sabbag14 days ago in Geeks
SpongeBob Reviews
The episode “Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy 2” unfurls like a bright‑sanded postcard, its opening sequence glinting with the pastel hues of a sun‑drenched Bikini Bottom morning as SpongeBob triumphantly claims a mystical conch shell that he won as part of a contest. The moment the shell reverberates with a low, resonant chime, the narrative vaults from the ordinary to the heroic, propelling our earnest fry‑cook into the glittering realm of his childhood idols. The writing cleverly balances nostalgic reverence for the retired super‑duo with a fresh, kinetic energy that feels both lovingly familiar and startlingly new; every splash of water, every burst of kelp‑filled laughter is rendered with such vivid detail that the audience can almost taste the salty breeze wafting through the coral‑lined streets of Mermaid Man’s secret hideout. This meticulous world‑building forms the sturdy backbone upon which the episode’s comedy and heart will later flourish.
By Forest Green15 days ago in Geeks
Spongebob Review
The episode “Hooky” opens with a bright, sun‑splashed morning in Bikini Bottom, and the camera glides lazily over the familiar pastel‑hued streets before settling on the Krusty Krabs. A perturbed Mr. Krabs warns everybody in the place that the hooks had returned and no one pays attention to him, especially Squidward. But Spongebob is interested in what Krabs has to say. He tells him once in every year, people go fishing to catch fish from up the surface and the worst part is being placed in gift shops. He delivers a stern admonition to his employee: “No fiddlin’ with hooks, lad—danger lurks in every gleam!” The warning, delivered in his trademark, gravelly drawl, is underscored by a subtle, low‑key musical cue that hints at impending mischief. SpongeBob, ever‑optimistic and perpetually gullible, immediately interprets the caution as a challenge rather than a safeguard, while Patrick, his dim‑witted yet endearing sidekick, brightens the scene with a series of delighted exclamations. He tells Spongebob that the carnival is in town and he should skip work to see it. The animation here is especially noteworthy, employing exaggerated, rubber‑like movements for the two friends as they bounce into the open sea, their eyes wide with childlike wonder—a visual language that instantly conveys both innocence and the looming sense of chaos that will soon ensnare them.
By Forest Green15 days ago in Geeks
