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Horror Quiz: Friday the 13th - How Well Do You Know Jason Voorhees and his Masks?
How Well Do You Know Jason Voorhees’ Masks? Think you know every mask worn by Jason Voorhees in the legendary Friday the 13th franchise?
From the iconic hockey mask to the lesser-known looks from across the sequels, Nerd Alert puts your horror knowledge to the test in this killer horror quiz!
3 days ago1 min read


I Swear Review - A searing exploration of dignity and defiance that replaces biopic clichés with a brutal, transformative look at the human spirit.
“Be not disturbed at being misunderstood; be disturbed rather at not being understanding.” – Chinese Proverb In I Swear, director Kirk Jones doesn’t just ask us to look at John Davidson; he demands we look at ourselves through the lens of John’s involuntary outbursts. It is a film that functions as a high-velocity moral mirror, reflecting the thin veneer of "civilized" society back at the audience. It captures the essence of a man trapped in a body that refuses to follow the
6 days ago4 min read


STAR WARS: MAUL - Shadow Lord Series Recap & Review: Chapters 7&8
"The dark side. Always it speaks to us, from our pain. Our grief. It connects our pain to all pain, our hurt to all hurt." - Yoda Few things in pop culture or in general really have the staying power that Star Wars has. Since its debut, Star Wars has achieved a state of cultural permanence, transcending the lifecycle of a typical media franchise to become a foundational modern myth. What began in 1977 as George Lucas’s simple desire to create a "space opera" has since taken o
6 days ago8 min read


Michael Review - A Transcendent Performance Weighed Down by Biopic Clichés
"A star can never die. It just turns into a smile and melts back into the cosmic music, the dance of life." - Michael Jackson The Messiah and the Man: A Masterclass in Narrative Sleight of Hand Genre conventions are inevitable in certain stories. Sports films with the mandatory training montages, the “gearing up” sequence when an ordinary citizen becomes a well-equipped warrior. The plan walkthrough in heist thrillers when the leader lays out the plan showing us how it will
Apr 214 min read


STAR WARS: MAUL - Shadow Lord Series Recap & Review: Chapters 5&6
"The dark side of the Force is a pathway to many abilities some consider to be unnatural." - Supreme Chancellor Palpatine Few things in pop culture or in general really have the staying power that Star Wars has. Since its debut, Star Wars has achieved a state of cultural permanence, transcending the lifecycle of a typical media franchise to become a foundational modern myth. What began in 1977 as George Lucas’s simple desire to create a "space opera" has since taken on a life
Apr 208 min read


Outcome - Nerd Alert Movie Review & Recap (Apple TV+)
There’s something quietly fascinating about watching Keanu Reeves dismantle the very idea of celebrity. In Outcome, directed and co-written by Jonah Hill, that’s exactly what we get, a film that’s been marketed with comedic flair but plays far more like a somber, introspective character study.
Apr 144 min read


STAR WARS: MAUL - Shadow Lord Series Recap & Review: Chapters 3&4
"Fear is the path to the dark side. Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering." - Yoda Few things in pop culture or in general really have the staying power that Star Wars has. Since its debut, Star Wars has achieved a state of cultural permanence, transcending the lifecycle of a typical media franchise to become a foundational modern myth. What began in 1977 as George Lucas’s simple desire to create a "space opera" has since taken on a life of its own
Apr 138 min read


Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair Series Recap & Review - Episode 1
"You know those nature shows where a wasp paralyzes a caterpillar, then injects it full of larvae? I sat in a cubicle every day envying that caterpillar, 'cause at least he got to be on TV." - Hal There are certain shows and movies that define who we are as people. The first movie I ever saw in a theater was Jurassic Park in 1993. I believed dinosaurs were alive. It was magic. At home I was nurturing what would become my love for horror movies with Nickelodeon's Are You Afrai
Apr 95 min read


Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair Series Recap & Review - Episode 2
"Drink your milk. But it's lumpy. Then chew it!" - Lois There are certain shows and movies that define who we are as people. The first movie I ever saw in a theater was Jurassic Park in 1993. I believed dinosaurs were alive. It was magic. At home I was nurturing what would become my love for horror movies with Nickelodeon's Are You Afraid of the Dark? I was in love with Batman: The Animated Series. Rugrats was one of my favorite cartoons of all-time. Looney Tunes, Catdog, Kab
Apr 96 min read


Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair Series Recap & Review - Episode 3
"You want to know the best part about childhood? At some point, it stops." - Malcolm There are certain shows and movies that define who we are as people. The first movie I ever saw in a theater was Jurassic Park in 1993. I believed dinosaurs were alive. It was magic. At home I was nurturing what would become my love for horror movies with Nickelodeon's Are You Afraid of the Dark? I was in love with Batman: The Animated Series. Rugrats was one of my favorite cartoons of all-t
Apr 96 min read


Horror Quiz: Friday the 13th - How Well Do You Know Jason Voorhees and his Masks?
How Well Do You Know Jason Voorhees’ Masks? Think you know every mask worn by Jason Voorhees in the legendary Friday the 13th franchise?
From the iconic hockey mask to the lesser-known looks from across the sequels, Nerd Alert puts your horror knowledge to the test in this killer horror quiz!

Jimmy Palmquist
3 days ago1 min read


I Swear Review - A searing exploration of dignity and defiance that replaces biopic clichés with a brutal, transformative look at the human spirit.
“Be not disturbed at being misunderstood; be disturbed rather at not being understanding.” – Chinese Proverb In I Swear, director Kirk Jones doesn’t just ask us to look at John Davidson; he demands we look at ourselves through the lens of John’s involuntary outbursts. It is a film that functions as a high-velocity moral mirror, reflecting the thin veneer of "civilized" society back at the audience. It captures the essence of a man trapped in a body that refuses to follow the

Chase Gifford
6 days ago4 min read


STAR WARS: MAUL - Shadow Lord Series Recap & Review: Chapters 7&8
"The dark side. Always it speaks to us, from our pain. Our grief. It connects our pain to all pain, our hurt to all hurt." - Yoda Few things in pop culture or in general really have the staying power that Star Wars has. Since its debut, Star Wars has achieved a state of cultural permanence, transcending the lifecycle of a typical media franchise to become a foundational modern myth. What began in 1977 as George Lucas’s simple desire to create a "space opera" has since taken o

Chase Gifford
6 days ago8 min read


I Swear Review - A searing exploration of dignity and defiance that replaces biopic clichés with a brutal, transformative look at the human spirit.
“Be not disturbed at being misunderstood; be disturbed rather at not being understanding.” – Chinese Proverb In I Swear, director Kirk Jones doesn’t just ask us to look at John Davidson; he demands we look at ourselves through the lens of John’s involuntary outbursts. It is a film that functions as a high-velocity moral mirror, reflecting the thin veneer of "civilized" society back at the audience. It captures the essence of a man trapped in a body that refuses to follow the

Chase Gifford
6 days ago4 min read


Michael Review - A Transcendent Performance Weighed Down by Biopic Clichés
"A star can never die. It just turns into a smile and melts back into the cosmic music, the dance of life." - Michael Jackson The Messiah and the Man: A Masterclass in Narrative Sleight of Hand Genre conventions are inevitable in certain stories. Sports films with the mandatory training montages, the “gearing up” sequence when an ordinary citizen becomes a well-equipped warrior. The plan walkthrough in heist thrillers when the leader lays out the plan showing us how it will

Chase Gifford
Apr 214 min read


Outcome - Nerd Alert Movie Review & Recap (Apple TV+)
There’s something quietly fascinating about watching Keanu Reeves dismantle the very idea of celebrity. In Outcome, directed and co-written by Jonah Hill, that’s exactly what we get, a film that’s been marketed with comedic flair but plays far more like a somber, introspective character study.

Jimmy Palmquist
Apr 144 min read


Super Mario Galaxy | Retro Review
A short time ago, on a console packed with motion control gimmicks, the denim clad plumber himself Mario explored the cosmos in the Wii era classic, Super Mario Galaxy!
James AkaGamesV
Oct 12, 20251 min read


🎮 Switch 2 & the Dark Side of Nintendo? 🎮
Nerd Alert dives into concerning ownership issues within the video game industry, specifically Nintendo and the Switch 2.

The Nerds
May 24, 20251 min read


Princess Zelda Takes the Lead! Jimmy & James Discuss Gaming’s Greatest Female Protagonists
Jimmy & James Discuss Gaming’s Greatest Female Protagonists

The Nerds
Mar 9, 20251 min read


Solo Leveling (2024) Season 1 Review — A Thrilling Start to a Fan-Favorite Story
In the world of anime adaptations, few titles have generated as much excitement as *Solo Leveling*. The highly anticipated 2024 release of *

Jimmy Palmquist
Aug 16, 20243 min read


Stop Making Crappy Live Action Anime Remakes!
Stop Making Crappy Live Action Anime Remakes! - Kyle and James discuss the recent popularity of making live action versions of popular...

The Nerds
May 7, 20241 min read


Looking Back On LVL UP Expo 2024! - #LasVegas #Nerdy #Convention
Looking Back On LVL UP Expo 2024! - James and Kyle discuss all the fun to be had at this year's LVL UP Expo in Las Vegas! it out and let...

The Nerds
May 3, 20241 min read


Horror Quiz: Friday the 13th - How Well Do You Know Jason Voorhees and his Masks?
How Well Do You Know Jason Voorhees’ Masks? Think you know every mask worn by Jason Voorhees in the legendary Friday the 13th franchise?
From the iconic hockey mask to the lesser-known looks from across the sequels, Nerd Alert puts your horror knowledge to the test in this killer horror quiz!

Jimmy Palmquist
3 days ago1 min read


I Swear Review - A searing exploration of dignity and defiance that replaces biopic clichés with a brutal, transformative look at the human spirit.
“Be not disturbed at being misunderstood; be disturbed rather at not being understanding.” – Chinese Proverb In I Swear, director Kirk Jones doesn’t just ask us to look at John Davidson; he demands we look at ourselves through the lens of John’s involuntary outbursts. It is a film that functions as a high-velocity moral mirror, reflecting the thin veneer of "civilized" society back at the audience. It captures the essence of a man trapped in a body that refuses to follow the

Chase Gifford
6 days ago4 min read


STAR WARS: MAUL - Shadow Lord Series Recap & Review: Chapters 7&8
"The dark side. Always it speaks to us, from our pain. Our grief. It connects our pain to all pain, our hurt to all hurt." - Yoda Few things in pop culture or in general really have the staying power that Star Wars has. Since its debut, Star Wars has achieved a state of cultural permanence, transcending the lifecycle of a typical media franchise to become a foundational modern myth. What began in 1977 as George Lucas’s simple desire to create a "space opera" has since taken o

Chase Gifford
6 days ago8 min read


Horror Quiz: Friday the 13th - How Well Do You Know Jason Voorhees and his Masks?
How Well Do You Know Jason Voorhees’ Masks? Think you know every mask worn by Jason Voorhees in the legendary Friday the 13th franchise?
From the iconic hockey mask to the lesser-known looks from across the sequels, Nerd Alert puts your horror knowledge to the test in this killer horror quiz!

Jimmy Palmquist
3 days ago1 min read


Outcome - Nerd Alert Movie Review & Recap (Apple TV+)
There’s something quietly fascinating about watching Keanu Reeves dismantle the very idea of celebrity. In Outcome, directed and co-written by Jonah Hill, that’s exactly what we get, a film that’s been marketed with comedic flair but plays far more like a somber, introspective character study.

Jimmy Palmquist
Apr 144 min read


Daredevil: Born Again - Season 2: Episode 2 - "Shoot The Moon" Review & Recap (Disney+)
After the explosive and politically charged premiere, Daredevil: Born Again keeps its momentum going with Episode 2, “Shoot the Moon,” an intense and character-driven chapter that deepens the conspiracy surrounding Mayor Fisk while pushing Matt Murdock further into the shadows of Hell’s Kitchen. This episode slows the pacing just enough to build tension, focusing on investigation, psychological warfare, and the looming threat closing in on Daredevil, and Matt Murdock, from al

Jimmy Palmquist
Apr 25 min read
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