John and Kira Hennigan have created the perfect tribute to The Iron Sheik with their short film, The Sheik Massacre. Let me tell you why such a grotesque film is the most loving ode to an influential wrestler.
Early Birds, a German-language Swiss film directed by Michael Steiner, is a thriller following two young women, Anika and Caro, as they attempt to profit from a drug deal gone wrong. Let us tell you more in our review!
An exclusive sit-down interview with Michael Trucco that offers a candid look into his career philosophy, the critical role of collaboration, and how he measures success in an industry that often prioritizes the temporary and superficial.
Loki Season 2 has officially ended with the episode “Glorious Purpose”, and what a wild ride it was! Join Couch Soup contributors Lily K, Thomas Richards, Erika Aundawyn, and Iain McParland for a Watching Now special, discussing the series’ ups and downs. Did the Loki series end satisfyingly or did it leave us gasping for more? What did they think of series newcomers? How about that character development: undercooked or jusssstttt right? And what does it all mean for the overarching MCU?
Tabletop gaming is rewarding in creativity and friendship. This series is a how-to guide on joining or creating a group to be inclusive, fun, and rewarding.
As the End-of-Financial-Year sale approaches, Thomas and Rohan highlight some must-have board games like “You Can’t Say Umm,” “Block Party,” and “Throw Throw Burrito” that promise endless fun and excitement. Time to elevate your game nights during the sale season!
D&D Builds for rogues, druids, barbarians, fighters that are great for seasoned players and newcomers alike. Don't be afraid of multiclassing, in Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition there are always options for everyone having fun and supporting each other.
The holiday season is here, which means a lot of time with friends and family. So, why not play some new board games with them? Join Thomas Richards as he tells you about some fun board games you can play this holiday season.
Missed out on PAX Aus 2023 or wondering what it was like to attend? Join Rohand and Thomas as they break down PAX Aus 2023 from the eyes of a first-timer and a grizzled veteran.
It’s never easy to buy Christmas gifts for gamers, especially if gaming is a foreign concept to you. If you’re tirelessly searching for a gift with no luck, you’ve come to the right place. This guide will help you to find at least one gift you can be sure every gamer wants.
Gaming has taken a whole new level now as it becomes available to the masses with digital downloads. You can look to play on your phone with games like Pokemon Go, tablet, or game consoles and enjoy gameplay on or offline and it is a lot of fun.
Looking for something different? Something super wholesome? Look no further than A Tiny Sticker Tale! Here is our review of this adorable little indie title available right now!
Sea of Stars has been released in a challenging release window, with RPGs like Baldur’s Gate 3, Starfield and Tears of the Kingdom all releasing this year. Iain is here with his review of Sabotage Studio’s new game. Spoilers: he freaking loved it!
Grimmfest’s Sunday evening slot went to Succubus, a reimagining of a classic monster story for the modern age. For anyone out there going through the hell of online dating, at least you’re not Chris, matching with a malevolent entity! Let us tell you more about Succubus in our review.
Grimmfest’s closing movie was KillHer, a horror-comedy from Robyn August. Let us tell you about this schlocky serial killer in the woods outing. Is this movie just the right mix of silly and horrific, or does it get it all wrong?
The second Joker movie is here. Let’s dive deep and talk about something that barely anyone mentioned regarding this movie. This is not your same “Joker Folie à Deux is bad” review, this is a bit more of a deeper look into the message it tries to get through.
Grimmfest is almost upon us! The horror film festival in Manchester, England, begins October 3rd, and it’s shaping up to be a great show. Here is CouchSoup’s preview of the much-anticipated event!
The Crunchyroll Fall 2024 anime schedule has dropped and is full of exciting surprises. Join Tom as he gives his picks on what you should check out this Fall!
Grimmfest is almost upon us! The horror film festival in Manchester, England, begins October 3rd, and it’s shaping up to be a great show. Here is CouchSoup’s preview of the much-anticipated event!
Strange Darling is one of the most outta nowhere hits of this fall. The new horror movie from JT Mollner starring Willa Fitzgerald and Kyle Gallner has surprised us by being a true hidden gem. Let us tell you all about it.
Transformers One has hit the big screen, but is it worth your time? Join Tom as he tells you why Transformers One might be the best movie in the franchise.
Here are three cinematic choices perfect for the spooky season that explore the watery depths of a lagoon, a lake and a swamp and the creatures that live just below the surface!
The latest thriller, Speak No Evil, has arrived, but is it too much for some people to handle? Join Tom as he shares his thoughts on this very tense film.
The Frog is available now on Netflix. This Korean thriller starring Go Min-si is captivating from the first minute to the last. Let us tell you why this series should jump to the top of your watchlist.
Cuckoo is a weird-ass horror film starring Hunter Schafer and Dan Stevens. Although it has its flaws, this bonkers premise set in an isolated mountain resort in the Bavarian Alps is absolutely worth your time.
Fresh off the divisional rift caused by The Acolyte, the next Star Wars adventure takes flight in December of 2024 with the title Skeleton Crew. Many see it as “Goonies in Space” or “Far, Far Away Stranger Things”, but what can we really expect?
Scooby Doo has been a major figure in popular culture since the 1960s, but does it get enough credit? This author’s whole life has been influenced by the habitually spooked Great Dane.
Do you remember a time before the interwebs? You're old! Do you only know a time with the interwebs? You're too young!! Do you know both? Then you are right where you need to be. Take this journey with the rest of us in-betweeners so you know how much harder we have it than you!
The creative mastermind behind "this is fine", KC Green is currently creating an ongoing gag comic series titled God's Hands. Thomas Richards sits down with KC Green to discuss his background and all things God's Hands.
The second Joker movie is here. Let’s dive deep and talk about something that barely anyone mentioned regarding this movie. This is not your same “Joker Folie à Deux is bad” review, this is a bit more of a deeper look into the message it tries to get through.
Are you on the fence when it comes to free games? Maybe you’ve looked at The First Descendant from Nexon and wondered if it’s worth the download and your precious hard drive space on your device? Let’s talk about why it is and what you can look forward to as a player.
Strange Darling is one of the most outta nowhere hits of this fall. The new horror movie from JT Mollner starring Willa Fitzgerald and Kyle Gallner has surprised us by being a true hidden gem. Let us tell you all about it.
Transformers One has hit the big screen, but is it worth your time? Join Tom as he tells you why Transformers One might be the best movie in the franchise.
Prepare to rock out with PDP's newest gaming guitar the "Riffmaster" as we dive into what makes it the best product on the market today to experience all things Fortnite Festival and Rock Band 4.
The latest thriller, Speak No Evil, has arrived, but is it too much for some people to handle? Join Tom as he shares his thoughts on this very tense film.
The Frog is available now on Netflix. This Korean thriller starring Go Min-si is captivating from the first minute to the last. Let us tell you why this series should jump to the top of your watchlist.
Cuckoo is a weird-ass horror film starring Hunter Schafer and Dan Stevens. Although it has its flaws, this bonkers premise set in an isolated mountain resort in the Bavarian Alps is absolutely worth your time.
PAX Aus has finally released their panel schedule for 2024. Join Rohan as he flicks through the schedule and picks out some of his must see panels this year.
The PAX Aus 2024 hype cycle is in full swing with some exciting tabletop announcements! Join Tom as he breaks down all the latest tabletop news for PAX Aus 2024.
PAX Aus 2024 is fast approaching, and with that fast approach comes a whole bunch of new indie games to get excited for. Join Rohan as he breaks down some of the games that caught his eye.
Representation in Dungeons and Dragons has always been rife with controversy. With new Orc art being released the debate has been reignited under new terms.
We've been playing Immortals of Aveum in the wake of Starfield and its good! Baron from Lv1 Gaming joins in and we all jump on the Hype Train for Starfield!
We are joined by game developer Derrick Fields of Waking Oni Games to talk about Japan's influence in gaming as well as one of its biggest publishers, Capcom.
The Disney+ series Ahsoka has finally dropped its two-episode premiere, and we couldn’t be more excited. But is it what we wanted? Does it live up to the standard of Andor? Does the precious blue boi show up? All of these questions and more will be answered in the latest episode of Watching Now: The Ahsoka Chronicles.
It was only a matter of time before the world of John Wick went to episodic TV. Let's take a look at The Continental trailer and get a peak of what we should expect from the prequel to the famous action series. Then let's get artsy and nostalgic for movies that don't involve a superhero or world disaster and watch The Holdovers trailer from the acclaimed director Alexander Payne.
We are getting the prequel to what made Willy Wonka the eccentric candy maker and Timothée Chalamet is bringing him to life in Wonka. We got the golden ticket to watch this trailer. Then let's check the video game adaptation box and watch Sony's Gran Turismo trailer. Let's watch - react - discuss. This is Trailer Talk.
Loki season 2 trailer dropped and we're excited about what the arguably the best MCU series is bringing to the table. Then let's try not to soil ourselves watching the sequel to one of the greatest horror films ever made. Blumhouse presents The Exorcist Believer. Let's watch - react - discuss. This is Trailer Talk.
Let's dive into the full trailer for the much anticipated Ahsoka series on Disney+. Then let's get a look at The Boys spinoff series Gen V with the latest teaser dropped at San Diego Comic-Con
Movie games are usually not great, but all is not lost. We are here to give you our picks for which games are the crème of the crop when it comes to movie license tie-ins. See if you agree with our picks or if we missed any you think should make the cut!
Another week, another episode of Ahsoka. Episode 4 has dropped, and we don't know what to think about it. This episode was filled with fights, reveals, and an unexpected cameo; it was a rollercoaster of emotions. Some of us even got a little bit too stressed out, which may have caused some issues. Join us as we breakdown everything that happened in this installment of the Ahsoka Chronicles.
Trailers we are reacting to:
The Killer - Directed by David Fincher and starring Michael Fasbender.
The Book of Clarence - Directed by Jeymes Samuel and starring LaKeith Stanfield.
Let's watch - react - discuss.
This is Trailer Talk.
The Planet of the Apes saga continues. I was a bit worried from the moment they announced it. Mostly because I truly think that Rise, Dawn, and War was a perfect trilogy, joining the very few on this list before them. So… can Kingdom live up to it all?
Step into the Star Wars universe like never before with the Bounty Hunter Enhanced Edition, featuring stunning visuals and modern controls across all major platforms. Curious if this revamped classic lives up to the hype? Uncover whether it’s worth your credits and a must-play for every Star Wars fan.
Discover how the new platform Cara is revolutionizing the art world by protecting artists from the encroaching threat of generative AI. Dive into the battle for creativity and learn why supporting artists on this innovative site is more crucial than ever.
Shaun Bolen, owner of Hang Time drops by for a chat all about the new brand, his journey as a content creator, and all the fun stuff that’s coming in the future including their March to the Top stream coming soon!
Rohan breaks down the recent Escapist resignations and possibly lapses into a psychotic break about the state of the creative industry in 2023. Let's see where it takes us.
Video game adaptations are cursed! Well, maybe not, but it feels like most of the time, they suck. Let’s dive right into the “why” and get to the bottom of this.
Agatha All Along has ended and what a season of television that was. So let’s talk a little about that finale, and in particular, what the heck was going on in Westview. Was the Witches’ Road real? Or was it just a trick? Let’s discuss the options.
