D.J. Rivera
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Short stories, articles, and lists about movies, TV shows, video games and more! Make sure to check out WrittenByDJR.com and ProducedByDJR.com. Also check out my work on Amazon Prime, Vimeo, and make sure follow me on Twitter @WrittenByDJR.
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All the Movies 1998’s Soldier Could be Connected to and Why
The motion picture Soldier starring Kurt Russell flew well enough below the radar when it was released in 1998, so much so that it isn't on many people’s watchlist, and its DVD most assuredly can be found at the bottom of the bargain bin at one’s local gas station. The critically panned box office bomb is chock full of solid action with a decent performance from Russell. But what sets this intriguing cinematic endeavor apart from other sci-fi duds of the ‘90s is the fact that this film could very well be linked to several different movies.
By D.J. Rivera4 years ago in Geeks
22 Animated Zombie Films Fans of the Undead Have to Watch!
There is no shortage of live-action zombie movies ready to enjoy right now by fans all over the world. Memorable titles like Shaun of the Dead, Resident Evil, Night of the Living Dead, and Planet Terror, among many others, have showcased some of the best stories involving all kinds of cannibal corpse mayhem.
By D.J. Rivera4 years ago in Geeks
5 Phenomenal Flamethrower scenes in movies. Top Story - March 2022.
From mini-guns to blasters, the movies have showcased some pretty amazing weaponry over the years. There is no shortage of scenes with excellent firearm action, but the one means of sensationally entertaining cinematic-style destruction is that of the dreaded flamethrower.
By D.J. Rivera4 years ago in Geeks
Finding the Right Match
To move for the first time was a wondrous occasion for me. What started out as a simple idea developed into something nobody could have ever imagined was possible. So many failed attempts and finally, the achievement everyone had been hoping for finally took place. I could transport, depart, and stimulate. I could think. I could do it all, but I wasn’t complete. Not yet. I had everything going for me, except I could not find a match.
By D.J. Rivera4 years ago in Horror
5 Actresses Who Could Play Spider-Woman in Her Own Live Action Movie!
It has truly never been a more satisfactory time to be a fan of everyone's friendly neighborhood Spider-Man, and many people that absolutely love the Marvel character would be very eager to see another webhead, Jessica Drew, get the live-action movie treatment with one of Hollywood's many talented leading ladies. But the question is, who should play Spider-Woman in a non-animated cinematic endeavor?
By D.J. Rivera4 years ago in Geeks
5 Superhero Christmas Movies to Watch Every Holiday Season. Top Story - December 2021.
There is absolutely no denying that superhero movies are all the rage these days, and fans can’t seem to get enough of powerful people saving the day. The only thing better than a comic-book-related feature like Spider-Man: No Way Home is one that also manages to focus on the magical time of Christmas.
By D.J. Rivera4 years ago in Geeks
Wonder Woman 1984's Exciting Post-Credits Scene Explained
Warning: The following contains spoilers for Wonder Woman 1984! Many people are probably wondering if there is a reason to stick around after the credits of Wonder Woman 1984 for any of those notorious extra scenes that superhero movies have become notoriously known for these days. On the other side, if they did end up seeing it in theaters or on HBO Max, they are most assuredly curious as to know what exactly is going down in this intriguing final clip from the hugely anticipated sequel.
By D.J. Rivera5 years ago in Geeks
Wonder Woman 1984 provides a solid sequel hurt by a bloated runtime
The following is a spoiler free review of the film Wonder Woman 1984. The ninth DCEU film has been delayed so many times it seems like the highly anticipated title was announced ages ago. Now that Wonder Woman 1984 has finally arrived, fans have the option of viewing the movie in theaters or in the comfort of their own home compliments of HBO Max.
By D.J. Rivera5 years ago in Geeks
5 Absolutely Amazing American Dad Christmas Episodes
That time of year has arrived once again, where the inevitable holiday episode of everyone’s favorite shows will make their way to the forefront in a desperate attempt to spread Christmas cheer and get everyone in the yuletide spirit. While every show has several top-tier contenders to call the best among the rest when it comes to noel-centric chapters, none compare to the festive adventures that go down around that special time of year as they do on the long-standing animated comedy series American Dad. There are many options to choose from when it comes to the Xmas endeavors the Smith family has endured over the years, and out of them all, here are five that undoubtedly eclipse the rest.
By D.J. Rivera5 years ago in Geeks
5 Spirited Side-Splitting Christmas Comedies
Christmas movies are one of the best parts of that special time of year and always provide an entertaining means of getting into the yuletide spirit. While there are plenty of family-friendly classics, horror titles, or motion pictures chock full of emotionally powerful narratives, it certainly isn’t an infraction worthy of naughty list designation to sit back and enjoy a humorous holiday feature.
By D.J. Rivera5 years ago in Geeks
5 Wickedly Funny Raunchy Christmas Comedies
There are so many options to choose from when seeking out a proper holiday-themed motion picture to put anybody in the Christmas spirit. Whether it's romantic yuletide endeavors, colorful cartoon capers, or family-friendly stories taking part in the noel-centric genre, there is no denying the number of options is certainly robust.
By D.J. Rivera5 years ago in Geeks
5 extra special ‘Friends' Christmas episodes
There are so many exceptional Friends' episodes to choose from on HBO Max, and it may seem like a daunting decision to find the right one. Whatever mood one may find themselves in, there is almost certainly an entry in their impressive library that will undoubtedly do the trick. Among all the fantastic award-winning installments the top-rated NBC series developed, few compare to the side-splitting heartfelt yuletide installments. Throughout the show’s very substantial run, several Christmas episodes made their way to the small screen, and of all the options to get one in the spirit of the season, here are five of the best holiday-themed chapters of the Friends franchise.
By D.J. Rivera5 years ago in Geeks
