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Iain McParland
A northerner from England, Iain is passionate about all things film, TV, and video games (he has an obsession with popping them trophies in PlayStation games). When not consuming pop culture, Iain can be found drawing on MS Paint, learning Mandarin, watching football (soccer), or at pub quizzes. Mostly the pub thing, although he actually has not drunk a drop of alcohol since a messy Christmas Eve over a decade ago...

Predictable Blackwater Lane Left Me Bored

Blackwater Lane, starring Minka Kelly, Dermot Mulroney and Maggie Grace, is a new spooky murder-mystery thriller about a woman who may have witnessed a murder while perhaps experiencing a mental break. Read Iain’s review and let him tell you why he didn’t like it.
by Iain McParland | January 16, 2025 | ,

The Damned is the Perfect Atmospheric Horror Story for Winter Days

The Damned is an atmospheric horror story set in the bleak barren wastes of 19th century Scandinavia. Is it worth watching? Well Iain has you covered with this review!
by Iain McParland | January 10, 2025 | ,

Dandadan’s Chaotic Energy Made It The First Anime I Vibe With

Dandadan’s first season is now complete. The supernatural and alien-focused series was a bundle of chaotic energy that Iain really vibed with. Check out his review and discover why it may be the gateway anime to get people interested in anime.
by Iain McParland | January 7, 2025 | , ,

Couch Soup Contributors’ Game of the Year 2024!

It’s been a fantastic year for gaming! With loads of excellent games releasing in 2024, our very own contributors have been weighing in with their own personal picks for Game of the Year 2024!
by Iain McParland | December 26, 2024 | , , ,

It’s Time For This Blindspot Spinoff We Always Wanted

Iain explains why a treasure hunting series fronted by Patterson and Rich Dotcom is the Blindspot spinoff you didn’t know you needed. Hear him out! He might have a point!
by Iain McParland | December 23, 2024 |

5 Excellent Metroidvanias Released in 2024 You MUST Play

Iain has been on a Metroidvania kick in 2024, and he’s played a lot of them. He’s compiled a list of 5 Metroidvanias you MUST play that were released in 2024, and here’s why. He’s serious btw. GO PLAY THEM!
by Iain McParland | December 18, 2024 | , , , ,

Self Driver Shows How Dangerous The Gig Economy Really Is

Michael Pierro’s new film, Self Driver, shows how the gig economy is a dangerous space to live in. How far would you go for an extra buck? Join us for our review.
by Iain McParland | December 4, 2024 | ,

How Arcane Season 2 Made Me Ugly Cry

Arcane Season 2 has some emotional moments in it, but nothing as much as the end of Act 2. The events at the end of episode 6 had Iain crumpled into a disgusting mess of a human being, drowning in a river of tears. Let us tell you why.
by Iain McParland | December 3, 2024 | ,

Elden Ring Shadow of The Erdtree is Nominated for Game of the Year: Should DLC be Eligible for GOTY?

Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree has been nominated for the Game of the Year at 2024’s Game Awards. Is this an injustice the world has never seen before, or should we just grit our teeth and bear it. Let’s discuss.
by Iain McParland | November 23, 2024 | , , , ,

There Should Be No Doubt: Believe in Heretic

Heretic, the new psychological horror from A24 starring Hugh Grant, Sophie Thatcher and Chloe East is a movie that will make you question your own beliefs. Let us tell you why this film should be on your must-watch list of 2024.
by Iain McParland | November 18, 2024 | ,

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Rick and Morty Season 8 Episodes 3 & 4: Citadel Clones and Bunnies

Rick and Morty Season 8 continues with episodes 3 and 4, “The Rick, The Mort & The Ugly” and “The Last Temptation of Jerry”. Iain takes you through concise and not at all confusing recaps of the episodes!
by Iain McParlandJune 30, 2025
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