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Was Game of Thrones a little too dark and gruesome?
Was Game of Thrones a little too gory and had a little too much sex for you? The series took the world by storm when it debuted on HBO in May 2011. The books by George R. R. Martin had already been in the public eye since 1996. Prior to the show airing, the series, A Song of Ice and Fire, had 4 books. This epic fantasy set in a medieval-esque world called Westeros contained a large number of characters, and even with reducing them for the TV version, it could still become overwhelming. The story, for the most part, revolves around the Stark family group, even as they are split up and scattered around the world.
By Rachel L. Reges5 years ago in Geeks
The TV Experience
If you are like me, then over the past year in quarantine, you learned a lot about the role that television can play in your life. I learned that sometimes the length and tone of a show is as important as the actual content. So, rather than recommending a specific formula for what to watch next, I suggest you think instead about how you want to consume television.
By Francis Bertram5 years ago in Geeks
Information, Escape and Sarcasm in Small Doses
After cutting the cable at our house, (the satellite in our case) and with nothing else to do during a global pandemic, I spent more time than I’d like to admit exploring the vast world of streaming options quite literally at our fingertips. And while I like to stay informed and learn new things, life has been so heavy and serious as of late. I want to enjoy a little lighthearted escape now and then. I’m sure you do as well. That’s why I’m here to talk about the rise of my new love; the docu-reality comedy genre and its cousin, the pop-culture short form video.
By Jennifer Drew-Steiner5 years ago in Geeks
You've seen "Call Me By Your Name" and "Portrait of Lady on Fire". So, what now?
Don't worry I'll get to the film recommendations in a jiffy after giving you a bit of a backstory. Who doesn't love a good ol' backstory? I'm very grateful for the choices that I have made in my life over the past several months as they sprung me into the deep world of filmmaking. I became a hermit which was perfect cause it was cold outside -- and I live in Canada. And no we don't all look like lumberjacks. Since my unemployment (Courtesy of Covid-19) I have finally devoted my time and energy to studying film and acting, in doing so broadened my cinematic knowledge and opened different doors, and honestly, I can never look cinema the same way again. Gone are the days when I would put on a movie just for fun or just to have it as background noise. I've come to truly appreciate the art and its everlasting bittersweet residues.
By Maria Lacson5 years ago in Geeks
Loved Demon Slayer? Then You'll Love These Too.
Kimetsu no Yaiba or loosely translated and more well known as Demon Slayer, written and illustrated by Koyoharu and Gotouge an action-packed fantasy manga with an anime release in 2019 that garnered popularity for its characters, unique story and it’s incredibly beautiful animation and illustration. With the release of the movie earlier this year, continuing on the story from where the first season of the anime left off.
By Einreb Ortega5 years ago in Geeks
6 Ways To Find Your Next Bingeworthy Tv Show!
There’s a certain amount of commitment required when finding your next bingeworthy tv-show or movie. It makes it a little tedious when scrolling through endless titles, not being quite sure what you’ll be investing your time into. There’s nothing worse than having a meal waiting, only to become stuck in an endless search for a visual aid to accompany it.
By Bella Bandit5 years ago in Geeks
A Netflix User's Guide to Feeling Better
I don’t know about you, but “these days” (read, pandemic times) when I sit down in front of the television, I want to watch something that makes me feel better. To escape the sadness and forever-ness of a world taken over by Covid.
By Cid Rhinehart5 years ago in Geeks
Nostalgic
The wonders that were found in the wardrobe must now be hard to replace. From my sources I see many grownups look far and wide to replace what was once childhood wonder. Now their thoughts brimming with the horror seen on nightly news, or lived during some great sorrow. Most give up the idea that there will ever again be the feeling of joy brought by watching Harry Potter get his first letter to Hogwarts. As someone who loves magic and the wonders of "myth" it's obvious that many stopped looking for elves after the last lord of the rings movie. Yes, by adulthood most people seem to of given up watching movies that come from their own hearts interest. Eventually just giving in to watching whatever show on Tv or in theater that is most highly recommended by critics. No part of me is willing to say that this is the wrong way to find what show will steal your time but I think there might be a better way.
By Artist For Sanity5 years ago in Geeks
