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Modern popular culture topics in the geek sphere.
From Jar Jar to Dr. Christmas Jones: In Defence Of 3 Disliked Fictional Characters
When looking at some of the most hated characters in fiction, they all seem to have a strange commonality — they're never boring. Sure, we might hate them because they're annoying, tonally off, or downright insulting but they do tend to leave a lasting impression. That, in turn, leads us to a funny little truth. However misguided, there has got to be a fair amount of passion behind them. And where there's passion, there are usually a few hidden virtues to be found.
By Art-Peeter Roosve8 years ago in Geeks
My Top Five Favorite Movie/TV Serial Killers
Dexter Dexter obviously doesn’t have a conscience, and his adoptive father knows it. So in the absence of one, Dad constructs an artificial super ego that allows Dexter to subsist and serve as a positive force. What better way to utilize his violent, asocial behavior than going outside the law to eradicate fellow serial killers. The forensic chops to stay a step ahead of the legal process also endears him, and lets us give a pass to his baser elements. Along the way, Dexter puts in place all the human elements that suffice for a normal life, and they come in the form of wife, sister, co-workers and child. The sedate home life even appears as though neuroplasticity has taken hold, and scaffolds what his childhood trauma negated. But like Star Trek’s Mr. Data, feigned emotions are simply window dressing for those around him. On the other hand, the death of his wife and then sister trumps the science and sends Dexter into seclusion. All those he cares for are now safe. The ending didn’t necessarily please his fans. But his dad and Data would have been proud how the serial killer grew beyond his programming.
By Rich Monetti8 years ago in Geeks
Top 50 Badasses From Pop Culture Today
With the evolution of our culture, it seems that one thing remains constant: people love badasses. I'm talking about your Walker Texas Rangers, your Terminators, your Rambos, everyone who can do awesome stuff that we can't. There's an appeal to these characters, and in some cases real people, that we just can't resist. With a lot of the go-to badasses out of the game, I thought I would make a list of the the ones from today's pop culture. So let's begin on our journey of exploring the badasses from relevant movies, recent TV shows, video games, and of course, real life. (P.S. These are in no ranking order due to the number the character is on, they are just simply listed. Also, if there have been different portrayals of a character i.e. Batman or Constantine, then I am referring to the portrayal I pictured, or the character that we know in today's pop culture, not for instance Adam West's Batman).
By Jacob Craig8 years ago in Geeks
All You Need to Know About Memes
Ah memes, a sweet relief from the ever serious and depressing world. Memes, the subject of hundreds of thousands of accounts on snapchat, instagram, twitter, tumblr, and many other social media accounts. Memes have helped find humour in even the worst of times.
By Andrew Sobo8 years ago in Geeks
Disney Made Me Who I Am
I was a lonely kid. I was desperate for friendship, companionship, love, but I had little opportunity and an off-putting personality. Movies have been my safe haven from reality for my entire life. As a "90s kid," it all began with Disney. These lovely little stories had, and most likely will always have, a place in my heart.
By Beth Neilson8 years ago in Geeks
