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The hit 2010 novel The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks aired in an HBO condensed movie on April 19th, and according to recent reviews it is not living up to the novel’s name. The important life story of Henrietta Lacks was taken on by science writer Rebecca Skloot. NYT book review explains “Skloot introduces us…
Spring has officially sprung! The air is warm and tastes like freshly squeezed lemonade and tasty treats. Whether you’re under a tree, on a picnic blanket, or snuggled inside next to the impending warmth beyond the glass window, it is the perfect time to break open a few new books. If you’ve been meaning to…
News of the Labyrinth sequel has been floating around for a while, but things are looking much more official after slapping the name that’s behind Don’t Breathe onto the project. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Fede Alvarez will be plunging into the role of director and co-writer for the film. It’s a daunting task when you consider…
Grace and Frankie, the critically acclaimed Netflix show, is adding another star to their already studded cast. Lisa Kudrow will play the role of Grace’s manicurist in season 4. The original cast consists of Lily Tomlin as Frankie, Jane Fonda as Grace, Martin Sheen as Robert, Sam Waterston as Sol, Brooklyn Decker as Mallory, and…
Those of you who have seen a few of the Marvel movies in the recent years will have noticed that there is a tradition of the After Credits Cut Scene. These tidbits, while often giving only a little away in terms of story, occupy the highest altar in the Marvel fandom, as they help people…
Let the Great World Spin Flowers are blooming. Birds are singing. Baseball season is in full swing. Safe to say that Spring has officially sprung, folks. That can mean only one thing Record Store Day is almost here! Believe it or not, 2017 marks 10 years for the glorious event. And the RSD team is…
In a recent discussion for Trollhunters season 2, Del Toro was asked if he was interested in directing a Star Wars film, now that Rogue One had been made and was living proof that you could have a Star Wars film set in the wider universe, apart from the main timeline. To the audience’s collective surprise,…
Vinyl Me, What? Vinyl Me, Please!! Good things come in 12 inch packages. Delivering limited edition pressings of new and classic albums directly to your doorstep, Vinyl Me, Please operates under a simple philosophy: The Album Lives. With a carefully curated catalog of new and hard to find releases, the subscription service is more than just a…
Bless the benevolent Disney Gods of Kathleen Kennedy and Co. for this gem. The Last Jedi trailer is HERE AND IT’S ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING IN THE UNIVERSE I HAVE EVER WANTED. I have, personally, not been this happy since the last teaser a couple of years ago. No but seriously, throwing aside my swelling geekiness like a…
Every week, the folks at iTunes find a movie they like and make it available to rent for the low, low price of $0.99. I’m here to tell you whether that film is worth your hard-earned dollar. Ok, the main event this week is a little film called Inferno. It’s the third film – after…
For those who carry a bookshelf with them on-the-go, Amazon releases a variety of e-books monthly for $3.99 or less. I’m here to discover narratives written by female authors and let you know if they’re worth storing on your virtual bookshelf. There’s no beating around the bush with The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri – it’s…
Today a new trailer for Atomic Blonde surfaced, and it’s already gaining traction on social media. The first, restricted trailer was released a month ago, which featured a battle-scarred Charlize Theron sporting platinum blonde locks, a steely gaze, and a 9mm. Safe to say, fans of the John Wick franchise lost their damn minds. …
Hey Folks, So, something very legit and unexpected happened today. Taika Waititi, a New Zealand indie horror film director, who was recruited by Disney to helm the latest Thor Film, has dropped an official teaser trailer for the new film. If you haven’t already seen it, no worries, it’s below. And it’s a doozie. Gird your loins in…
It’s been over two decades since they originally worked together in Batman Returns, but Tim Burton and Michael Keaton might come together once again. According to Variety, the one time hero of Gotham City is now in talks to play a villainous role in the upcoming live-action movie, Dumbo. Keaton would play Vandemere, who steals away…
Everyone has their secrets and Netflix’s 13 Reasons Why explores what happens when you let those secrets control your life. The show currently has 9.1 out of 10 on IMDb and is being praised by critics. And for good reason. Based on the young adult novel by Jay Asher, the show goes into the mind of…