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Celebrating the 20 best movie sequels of all time… Let’s face it; most movies don’t need a sequel. The majority of sequels, prequels, reboots, etc, are cash-grabs, and plot and relevancy is an afterthought. But occasionally the stars align, and a sequel comes along that is either better than, equal to, or flawed but fascinating […]
The Bridge: Pilot Review New FX Drama is off to a solid, if formulaic start. [rating=4] This review contains mild spoilers. Dexter. The Killing. Hannibal. Does the world really need another grim and gritty serial killer show? FX apparently thinks so, and they’ve made a convincing argument with The Bridge (a remake of the Scandinavian drama Bron/Broen). It’s […]
Well it appears official; the 2013 Lineup for Fun Fun Fun Fest has leaked. Here’s the full lineup for each stage: Orange Stage MGMT, M.I.A., Cut Copy, The Walkmen, Television, Deerhunter, Dismemberment Plant, Washed Out, Johnny Marr, Kurt Vile and the Violators, Sparks, Polyphonic Spree, Black Schwarzenback (of Jawbreaker/Jets to Brazil/Forgetters), Geographer, King Khan & […]
Check out our list of the 50 Best Alternative B Sides Ever Made. In the age of digital downloads, the B-side has become a quaint memory. But for those who grew up pre-internet, it was an added pleasure to get one or more bonus tracks with the purchase of a vinyl, cassette or cd single. Alternative […]
Check out our list of the Most Unintentionally Funny Comic Book Moments in all their awkward and offensive glory. In 1954, Psychiatrist Fredric Wertham waged a one man crusade against comic books. His book Seduction Of The Innocent claimed they were a corrupting influence on children. He single-handedly crippled the entire industry. He claimed that Batman […]
In honor of the late Richard Matheson, here’s our list of his best Twilight Zone Episodes, just in time for the July 4th Syfy Marathon. I recently wrote about the legacy of sci-fi writer Richard Matheson who recently passed away. And part of that legacy involves the memorable Twilight Zone episodes that he wrote. The Twilight […]
‘Dexter’ Season 8 Premiere Review; ‘Dexter’ starts its final season with a bang (or stab) in ‘A Beautiful Day.’ MAJOR SPOILERS BELOW. [rating=4] When we last saw Dexter it was at a major turning point of the series in its 7th season; his sister Deb killed Captain LaGuerta to keep him out of jail, leaving his dark […]
Watch: New Nine Inch Nails ‘Came Back Haunted’ Video Directed by David Lynch As hinted at in RollingStone.com last week, Nine Inch Nails have released the official video for Came Back Haunted, the first single from their forthcoming album Hesitation Marks. Click here for my Hesitation Marks review. David Lynch directed the piece, and marks […]
You may not know his name, but you certainly know his work. Here’s 5 ways Richard Matheson changed science fiction, fantasy and horror. Author Richard Matheson died June 23rd at age 87. He wrote countless classic books, movies and television shows. He’s inspired many writers and filmmakers, and his movie adaptations made deep impressions into the […]
PALMS EP Album Review (Ipecac) Palms features members of metal band Isis and Deftones frontman Chino Moreno. Their debut EP is understated and hypnotic. [rating=4] After such a strong album as 2012’s Koi No Yokan (click here for my review of that album), it is impressive that Deftones frontman Chino Moreno continues his creative winning streak. This […]
