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13/02/2025

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29/01/2025

Star Trek: Section 31 ambitiously delves into espionage and moral ambiguity within the Trek universe, but despite Michelle Yeoh’s commanding presence and moments of philosophical intrigue, its rushed pacing and fragmented ex*****on ultimately leave its weighty themes underdeveloped.

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Star Trek: Section 31 ambitiously delves into espionage and moral ambiguity within the Trek universe, but despite Michelle Yeoh’s commanding presence and moments of philosophical intrigue, its rushed pacing and fragmented ex*****on ultimately leave its weighty themes underdeveloped.

24/01/2025

... In the end, Star Trek: Section 31 aspires to chart new territory while remaining tethered to Trek’s ideals—a precarious balancing act that results in an uneven hybrid. Occasionally thought-provoking but too often mired in clichés and overused tropes, the film feels less like a bold reinvention and more like a hesitant step forward. Its exploration of human fate, cosmic order, and the shaping of identity is intriguing but incomplete, leaving audiences with a sense of unrealized potential. For Trek completists, Section 31 offers enough to warrant a viewing; for those seeking a daring, cohesive expansion of the Star Trek universe, it may feel more like a mirror dimly lit.

Sadly, it is the worst of the Trek films. It highlights how far Trek has fallen in its cinematic form, from its intellectual, cosmic science fiction roots in 1979 to mediocre "content" released straight to Paramount+.

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Directed by Olatunde Osunsanmi and written by Craig Sweeny, Star Trek: Section 31 stars Michelle Yeoh as the formidable Philippa Georgiou, alongside Omari Hardwick as the augment Alok and Kacey Rohl as a young Rachel Garrett. The film opens with a visual sleight-of-hand: the iconic Star Trek logo fl...

17/01/2025

Here is our review on WOLF MAN!

Wolf Man thrives on its intimate exploration of generational trauma and identity, yet its cerebral approach and stripped-down realism leave the mythic grandeur of the werewolf legend hauntingly absent.

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Leigh Whannell’s Wolf Man boldly reimagines the werewolf mythos as a grounded, psychological study of trauma and transformation, but its rejection of gothic allure risks alienating those drawn to the genre’s supernatural tragedy.

19/12/2024

Here it is! From the Holodeck's discussion/review on the series finale episode 'The New Next Generation'.

This is the Lower Decks Edition — In this episode, the hosts discuss, analyze, and breakdown Star Trek: Lower Decks 5.10.

17/12/2024

Target that explosion and fire! "Fissure Quest," the penultimate episode of Star Trek: Lower Decks, embarks on a multiverse-spanning odyssey, setting the stage for a climactic series finale.

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"Fissure Quest," the second-to-last episode of Star Trek: Lower Decks, ventures boldly into multiverse territory with a narrative that balances humor, action, and heartfelt storytelling. Anchored by the return of legacy characters like T’Pol, Lily Sloane, and Garak, the episode crafts a rich tapes...

15/12/2024

Review: Superman & Lois delivers a stirring, emotional conclusion that juxtaposes the weight of mortality and legacy with spectacular action, redefining the Man of Steel's story as a testament to family, resilience, and hope.

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The series finale balances the epic scope of superhero conflicts with poignant character-driven storytelling. Episode 9 sets the stage with Superman’s vulnerability exposed, Lex Luthor’s ruthless final gambit, and the rising tension of Doomsday’s return, while episode 10 culminates in a breath...

13/12/2024

Star Trek: Lower Decks' "Upper Decks" cleverly flips Lower Decks’ premise, celebrating the often-overlooked senior officers with humor, chaos, and heartfelt nods to Star Trek lore.

13/12/2024

Star Trek: Lower Decks' “Fully Dilated” blends Star Trek nostalgia with Lower Decks’ signature humor, delivering a hilarious and heartfelt tale of time dilation, professional rivalry, and personal growth.

"Fully Dilated" captures the essence of classic Star Trek storytelling with a comedic twist, as a time-dilation mission strands Mariner, Tendi, and T’Lyn on a pre-warp planet. The episode humorously navigates personal rivalries and self-discovery, with Tendi’s rivalry with T’Lyn leading to a h...

09/12/2024

Interesting film. It has been unfairly panned but actually relies on various intriguing philosophical ideas pertaining to artificial intelligence, specifically the idea of lived experience and how consciousness arises through engagement with the world. It also skirts the contemporary discourse around automation and the dwindling labor force, exploring the societal and ethical implications of replacing human labor with AI-driven systems.

Many critics do not consider Fox a serious actor, leading them to dismiss her films without taking the time to evaluate the final product more thoughtfully. While this film may not necessarily break boundaries, it remains a valid and respectable contribution to the genre.

**I plan to write more on this film later.

08/12/2024

New poster for the upcoming Star Trek: Section 31 film.

25/11/2024

Here's DC on RMD's discussion on the latest episode of SUPERMAN & LOIS 'Sharp Dressed Man'.

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"Sharp Dressed Man" marks a turning point in Superman & Lois, bringing Clark’s mortality into sharp focus while presenting some of the series’ most compelling character work to date. Superman’s human heart transplant becomes a profound metaphor for his fragility, with John Henry’s confirmati...

24/11/2024

"Of Gods and Angels" delivers a quintessential Lower Decks experience, leaning heavily on humor and character-driven storytelling while paying homage to Star Trek’s diplomatic and technobabble-filled past. The episode thrives in its meta-approach to character development, particularly through Mariner’s mentorship of Ensign Olly, a chaotic demigod whose presence mirrors Mariner’s earlier rebellious tendencies. The dynamic adds depth to Mariner’s growth, balancing her characteristic wit with newfound maturity.

"Of Gods and Angels" delivers a quintessential Lower Decks experience, leaning heavily on humor and character-driven storytelling while paying homage to Star Trek’s diplomatic and technobabble-filled past. The episode thrives in its meta-approach to character development, particularly through Mari...

18/11/2024

Get your ears ready for a new Holodeck episode. This one is a dicussion on Star Trek: Lower Decks 5.05 'Starbase 80?!'

This is the Lower Decks Edition — In this episode, the hosts discuss, analyze, and breakdown Star Trek: Lower Decks 5.05.

18/11/2024

Superman & Lois redefines the Superman legacy in 4.07 'A Regular Guy' blending emotional vulnerability and seismic character shifts for a family-driven evolution of the mythos.

Superman & Lois’ A Regular Guy delivers a seismic shift in the Superman mythos, shattering the classic “secret identity” trope with a public revelation that reverberates through Clark's family, friendships, and the Smallville community. The diner scene is a masterclass in tension and emotional...

17/11/2024

Giddy up! A new Weird West Radio episode on 'ORGAN TRAIL' is ready for your ear holes.

Quick Thoughts: Despite its horror-inflected title, Organ Trail leans closer to a Western thriller, exploring themes of isolation and humanity’s struggle against the wilderness. The landscapes are breathtakingly unforgiving, a cinematic ode to the genre’s existential undertones. Yet, the film falters in its tonal balance. It teases horror but rarely commits, leaving the audience with a simmering tension that never quite boils over.

Organ Trail (2023) is a snowbound survival tale that trades in the grit of the Old West but struggles to find its footing between genres. Directed by Michael Patrick Jann and written by Meg Turner, the film crafts a visually arresting frontier world, pairing the icy isolation of 1870s Montana with v...

11/11/2024

Set phasers to stun! Here's a new HOLODECK discusson on Star Trek: Lower Decks 4.04.

Review: "A Farewell to Farms" skillfully blends humor with rich cultural commentary, offering a playful look at Klingon honor rituals and foodie culture.

"A Farewell to Farms" skillfully blends humor with rich cultural commentary, offering a playful look at Klingon honor rituals and foodie culture. With Mariner and Boimler navigating Klingon bureaucracy, and Dr. Migleemo facing snooty alien food critics, the episode cleverly satirizes culinary elitis...

11/11/2024

Superman & Lois 'When the Lights Come On' raises the stakes with Superman and Lex Luthor’s clash, blending deep moral tension and legacy-building as Clark faces his vulnerabilities and his sons prepare for their future roles.

Episode 6 of Superman & Lois raises the stakes with Superman and Lex Luthor’s clash, blending deep moral tension and legacy-building as Clark faces his vulnerabilities and his sons prepare for their future roles. The episode expertly balances intense confrontations—like a gripping street fight b...