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The Watchers Wastes its Intriguing Premise and Squanders its Potential

The Watchers, the new horror film from Ishana Shyamalan has Dakota Fanning attempt to escape an unescapable forest whilst monsters watch her from just out of reach. Unfortunately, the setup is far better than the execution. Let us tell you why.
by Iain McParlandJune 12, 2024

The Acolyte Episode 1 & 2: An Intriguing Start

The latest Star Wars Disney+ series is here, but is it worth your time? Join Thomas Richards as he reviews the first two episodes of The Acolyte.
by Thomas RichardsJune 9, 2024

10 Horror Movies You Can Still Look Forward To in 2024

We’re almost halfway through 2024, but there are still loads of great movies still to be released this year! Take a look at our most anticipated horror movies that are due to be released in the second half of the year!
by Iain McParlandJune 6, 2024
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The Little Mermaid & No Hard Feelings Trailer Reaction & Discussion – TRAILER TALK

The trailer nerds you love and possibly hate at times are back for a third season of Trailer Talk. This week let’s watch the latest The Little Mermaid trailer where we get our best looks so far of Sebastian the crab, Ursula, and King Trident. Then let’s lighten the mood with the red band trailer […]
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Avatar: The Way of Water, Was It Worth the Wait?

We’ve waited 13 years for this sequel to James Cameron's 2009 film Avatar and the question is: "Was Avatar: The Way of Water worth that wait?"
by Art of Lily KJanuary 10, 2023

Scary Good Films Vol. 3: Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale

For Volume 3 of Scary Good Films, Matt Kalo looks at Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale, a film that may be the greatest Christmas movie you haven’t seen.
by Matt KaloJanuary 2, 2023

Ranking the Bond Movies After 60 Years

His name is Bond. James Bond. And for 60 Years, and over 25 Movies, he has graced our screens as the longest running movie franchise of all time. Celebrate 60 Years of Bond with The Brothers Take as we discuss our process of ranking the 25 movies.
by Kris McGuireDecember 23, 2022

Rise of the Beasts: A New Era of Transformers

A new era of Cybertron is upon us! Liza breaks down what you can expect from the new Transformers movie, and how it differs from Michael Bay's franchise.
by Lizabeth PhoenixDecember 19, 2022

Take a Chance With A Monopoly Movie

The Monopoly movie has not passed GO since 2009. Let's roll the dice with Luis Reza to see what this community thinks about a possible Monopoly movie being made.
by Luis RezaDecember 16, 2022
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John Wick Chapter 4 – The Right Way to Do It

John Wick is back and it is bigger, better, and longer than it ever was. In this spoiler review let’s dive into this big elaborate world of assassins with Keanu Reeves (once again) kicking some major butts.
by Art of Lily KMarch 26, 2023

The Mandalorian Chapter 20: House of Mando

The halfway point of The Mandalorian Season 3 is here. Chapter 20 is an action-packed thrill ride that has it all. Join Thomas Richards as he recaps this intense episode.
by Thomas RichardsMarch 25, 2023

65 – Is The Prehistoric Thriller A Hit or A Miss? 

65 was highly anticipated by audiences across the globe. Did the prehistoric thriller deliver a story that was impactful enough to win viewers over or did the film fall flat in unrealized expectations? Check out what Candace & Lily thought about the thriller and the pros and cons of how the story unraveled.
by Candace BissonetteMarch 21, 2023

The Mandalorian S3 “The Mines of Mandalore” – Top 3 Highlights

Chapter 18 “The Mines of Mandalore '' brings us to the mysterious annihilated planet. Din Djarin goes spelunking with his adorable green kid but runs into trouble along the way. Bo-Katan returns to her home which lies in ashes to rescue the day. The city ruins stand as a testament to the Empire's wrath. Will Mando be able to reaffirm his oath? Will Bo-Katan’s time on the planet change her perspective? What other mysteries will the ruins of Mandalore reveal? With an action and lore-packed episode check out my top three favorite moments.
by Candace BissonetteMarch 17, 2023

The Last of Us HBO Episode 9 – Look for the Light

Read our recap and review of The Last of Us HBO Episode 9 - Look for the Light. Actor Ashley Johnson, who plays Ellie in the game, joins the cast for the season finale of Emotional Damage: The Series. This one sure will get you talking!.
by Iain McParlandMarch 16, 2023

The Mandalorian Chapter 18: Myths & Mines

Chapter 18 of The Mandalorian is here and it’s filled with action and adventure. Join Thomas Richards as he recaps this adventure into the mines of Mandalore.
by Thomas RichardsMarch 14, 2023

Scary Good Films Vol. 5: Jigoku

In this entry of Scary Good Films series, Matt Kalo will tell you about one hell of a film.
by Matt KaloMarch 13, 2023

The Last of Us HBO Episode 8 – When We Are In Need

Read our recap and review of The Last of Us HBO Episode 8 - When We Are In Need. Joel, meet Joel. Actor Troy Baker, who plays Joel in the game, joins the cast this week in another episode of How-Much-Can-We-Emotionally-Break-Our-Main-Characters-Before-The-End-Of-The-Season.
by Iain McParlandMarch 8, 2023

A Brief History of the Woodsboro Murders: A Scream 6 Preview

Get your run-down of what you need to know for the impending release of Scream 6! This is the spoiler-filled full account of the Scream saga which started with The Woodsboro Murders. Ghostface is back!
by Iain McParlandMarch 8, 2023

The Mandalorian Chapter 17: Crocodiles, Droids, Pirates, Oh My!

The Mandalorian has returned with season 3, and it's still as action-packed as ever. Join Thomas Richards as he recaps this fast-paced season premiere.
by Thomas RichardsMarch 6, 2023
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WTF Just Happened in Outlander? S6, E5, “Give Me Liberty”

John Grey returns and the colonies reach a boiling point! Liza recaps Outlander Season 6 Episode 5 and investigates who's to blame for this love spell business.
by Lizabeth PhoenixApril 9, 2022

Have YOU Been Fooled by Forensics in Pop Culture?

Forensic and analytical sciences graduate Amelia Brown evaluates the accuracy of forensic investigations in crime scenes from movies and television, featuring crime scenes from CSI: Miami, The Dark Knight, Dexter, and more.
by Amelia BrownApril 7, 2022

The Accurate (and Not-So-Accurate) Depiction of Naginata in Video Games

Naginta practitioner and instructor Charlotte looks at how the weapon itself and its use are depicted in video games. Which games are on point? Which ones are sorely lacking?
by Charlotte MerrittApril 5, 2022

Let’s Cook Together Review from the Co-op Couch

Don your apron, grab a chef's hat, and don't forget to chop those tomatoes! In Jake Brown's review, he discusses the fast-paced, non-stop cooking frenzy that is Let's Cook Together.
by Jake BrownApril 4, 2022

Comparing Reeves’ The Batman to His Acclaimed Planet of the Apes Films

Matt Reeves proved his filmmaking genius in his two Planet of the Apes sequel movies. Is he bringing that magic touch to a DC franchise? Lily K seeks answers by looking at Reeves' signature touch on The Batman.
by Art of Lily KApril 1, 2022

WTF Just Happened in Outlander? S6, E4, “Hour of the Wolf”

In her recap of Outlander Season 6, Episode 4, Liza talks about what "The Hour of the Wolf" means for the Frasers and rants about Malva's wandering eyeballs.
by Lizabeth PhoenixMarch 31, 2022

Mjolnir Perfect: Halo The Series Episode 1 Impressions

We finally after almost a decade of waiting have a Halo show to watch! After such a long wait and lots of hype, Dan can happily report, he really liked it and here is why.
by Dan MorrisMarch 27, 2022

The Planet is the Main Character (aka Why You Need to Play Deep Rock Galactic)

The world of that Ghost Ship Games built for Deep Rock Galactic feels epic in scale, brimming with life, which is something you can't always say about a randomly-generated, sandbox-y game.
by Tyler GrahamMarch 26, 2022

WTF Just Happened in Outlander? S6, E3, “Temperance”

Liza shares what an emotional rollercoaster Outlander Season 6, Episode 3 “Temperance” was and speculates about a possible division between Jamie and Ian.
by Lizabeth PhoenixMarch 25, 2022

Book of Boba Fett – Getting to Know the Man Behind the Mask Chapter 6

Things are heating up on Tatooine with the Pyke Syndicate’s intrusive spice trade and the players involved are preparing for the tipping point for all out war. Will we return to Boba Fett’s story or will we take another detour along the way? Check out the rundown of Chapter 6!
by Candace BissonetteMarch 24, 2022
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Mind Games: Video Games as Mental Health Therapy

Research suggests that video games have cognitive benefits for gamers and can serve as a form of therapy for certain mental health conditions. Replayer MSG offers his own personal testimony supporting this.
by Michael Saint GregoryDecember 15, 2020

When Men Scream Like Girls (Scary Game Edition)

Have you ever heard a man scream like a girl while playing video games? Well buckle up and get ready for some glass shattering howls of terror.
by Brandy BrownNovember 25, 2020

Friendship Enders – Mario Kart

Hey there everyone and welcome to the inaugural Friendship Enders, a series where we’ll go back into the halls of video game history and dust-off games and memories from days past playing with our mates. Yes, I know it’s only been about half a year since we’ve been able to get together with our mates […]
by Rohan ElliottNovember 16, 2020

Storytelling Across Both Games and Film

Forty years ago, video games were video games, and films were films. Video games were simple, and the film industry wasn't eager to produce a Pong sports drama or a Pac-man action-adventure.
by Stef WatsonNovember 16, 2020
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Guess Who’s Not Playing This Game! | TRAILER TALK

This week we are watching the RESIDENT EVIL VILLAGE trailer! This game looks pretty awesome but also scary! Let's break down the game's design to gameplay mechanics to color design to sound design and more!
by Drew LewisMay 5, 2021

D.I.C.E. Awards and Diversity in Games Media – Ep. #88 | TRP

This week we are joined by Erika to discuss the D.I.C.E. Awards, the winners and this year's guest host Kahlief Adams. We all get passionate about the progression of diversity and how important Kahlief’s presence is.
by Dan MorrisApril 28, 2021

Was That The Real Mandarin?! | TRAILER TALK

This week we are watching SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS trailer! This movie looks pretty awesome! Let's break down the film's Stunt choreography to editing to color design to costume design to sound design and more!
by Drew LewisApril 27, 2021

Toxic Gamers and Selling Cheat Codes – Ep. #87 | TRP

This week we are joined by Maria to discuss Esports, including the recent additions of Kyedae to 100 Thieves and Valkyrae becoming a co owner and what that means for women in the industry. Speaking of Esports we discuss the appearance of Zallard1 on Retro Replay and his incredible skills in Punch Out.
by Dan MorrisApril 21, 2021

It’s a Reboot-ish? It’s a Boot-ish? Part 1 Again!

This week we are watching THE SUICIDE SQUAD trailer! This movie looks pretty awesome! Let's break down the films editing to color design to costume design to sound design and more!
by Drew LewisApril 20, 2021
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Loki Season 2 Episode 3: A Fun Time at the Fair

We’re halfway through Loki Season 2, and things are heating up. Join Thomas Richards as he recaps and reviews this latest episode.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 24, 2023

The Scaredy-Cat Club Presents: 3 Bewitching Movies

Shana shares her favorite witch-themed films in preparation for the spooky Halloween season.
by Shana MartinSeptember 27, 2023
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Marching to the Top with Shaun Bolen from Hang Time

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!
by Rohan ElliottMarch 16, 2022
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Will Days Gone Remastered Bring This Undead Series Back To Life?

Days Gone has risen from the dead with Days Gone Remastered, but are updated visuals and new modes enough to fully revive this series? Tom thinks so, and he’ll tell you why.
by Thomas RichardsMarch 3, 2025

Kick-Ass and Chew Bubblegum! The Rise of the Boomer Shooter

Hail to the King, Baby!! Boomer Shooters are coming back in a big way to blow your face off! Read about the rise of the boomer shooter, their demise, and their new, recent rip and tear out of the ashes!
by Maria KinnunApril 14, 2022

Sweet Home Season 2 Review

Sweet Home 2 is here and picks up right where the first season left off. Plenty of questions to answer, but will they do it? Lily K is here to shed light on what’s going on.
by Art of Lily KDecember 6, 2023
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Grimmfest Preview: Manchester’s Horror Festival is Headlined by Nick Frost’s Black Cab

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!
by Iain McParlandSeptember 30, 2024
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What’s Driving the Recent D&D Resurgence?

Have you ever thought about playing Dungeons and Dragons? D&D devotee Kim talks about the game’s major comeback and why there’s never been a better time to get involved.
by Kim PayneAugust 12, 2022

The Mandalorian S3 “Guns for Hire” – Top 3 Highlights

Bo-Katan and Din Djarin catch up with the Stolen Fleet, but before they are able to confront the Mandalorian mercenaries, they are coerced into helping a planet with their massive droid malfunctioning problem. Once they crack the case, they are back on track for their original purpose. But will the Mandalorians follow Bo-Katan? Check out my top three highlights from Chapter 22: Guns For Hire!
by Candace BissonetteApril 16, 2023

Couch Soup Previews: Go-Go Town! – Kidnapped Mayors, Alien Encounters, and Wholesome Chaos

Looking for a new wholesome game where you build a town and high-five a cow? Well, Go-Go Town! has you covered. Join Thomas Richards as he gives his first impressions on the upcoming indie game.
by Thomas RichardsDecember 3, 2023
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