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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 […]
As we reel from the shocking, untimely death of James Gandoflini, let’s celebrate his career and how he changed television forever with his brilliant portrayal of mobster Tony Soprano. The world is still shocked from the passing of James Gandolfini, and the primary reason is for his iconic, brilliant, award-winning performance as Tony Soprano. He […]
Album Review: Primal Scream make their strongest album since 2002’s ‘Evil Heat’ with ‘More Light’. [rating=4] There are few bands more erratic than Scottish alt-rock band Primal Scream. For every strong effort (Vanishing Point, XTRMNR, Evil Heat), there are moments that fall flat (Give Out, But Don’t Give Up, Riot City Blues). For whatever reason, […]
Movie Review: Alternately thrilling and frustrating, ‘Man Of Steel’ makes a case for a Superman in the 21st century. [rating=3] Upon first hearing that Zack Snyder and Christopher Nolan were doing a Superman reboot, I wondered if they would compliment each other, or feed off each other’s excessive traits, and the movie would suffer for it. […]
With Man of Steel a hit, a JLA film looks likely. Here’s My Justice League Movie Dream Cast. With Man of Steel’s big box-office weekend, it looks likes a Justice League movie is finally a go, giving DC Comics a chance to face off cinematically against Marvel’s The Avengers. **Click here for My Man of Steel […]