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Spoiler-Free Film Review: “The Animal Kingdom” 

Director Thomas Cailley’s The Animal Kingdom (Le régne animal; France and Belgium, 2023) tackles the well-tread science fiction concept of “Can mutants and humans get along?” previously explored in X-Men comics and movies, and films such as 2018’s Freaks. Although not a lot of new ground is covered storywise, Cailley’s feature is such a well-acted and beautifully realized work that it stands out of the pack. Francois’ (Romain Duris) wife Lana (Florence Deretz) has taken on animalistic tendencies, both in action and physically. She is one of many people who have suddenly become stricken and hospitalized with this disease. With many people turning against those afflicted, the government has opened a new facility for patients like Lana. When the bus that takes her and other mutating patients to the facility crashes and the patients escape to the nearby forest, tensions rise further. Francois has moved near the facility with his teenage son Émile (Paul Kircher), who is hiding his own

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Joseph Perry
Mar 18, 2024

Game Review: ‘Outcast – A New Beginning’

Appeal Studios and THQ Nordic have teamed up to create a unique sci-fi open-world experience in Outcast – A New Beginning where players take on the role of Cutter Slade, a former Navy SEAL who finds himself leading an Alien rebellion against his fellow humans who are exploiting the planet Adelphea’s resources. Thank You to Appeal and THQ for the opportunity to check this game out! When it comes to the controls for Outcast – A New Beginning, you have to take your time as some of the buttons used for combat (melee mainly) are not where you would normally map them. Just give yourself some time to learn the buttons and it will become second nature. When it comes to the game’s art, it’s spellbinding! Brightly colorful and a dreamlike world filled with different plants and animals that fit the landscape, it’s pleasant on the eyes. I enjoyed how the faces of the characters are animated when they speak,

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Daniel S. Liuzzi
Mar 14, 2024

MGM+ Unveils Out of This World “Beacon 23” Season Two Trailer

The gripping sci-fi mystery series “Beacon 23” returns for its highly anticipated second season this April, exclusively on MGM+. Get ready to dive back into the captivating world beyond the Milky Way. A place where the lines between friend and foe blur. And the secrets of a mysterious artifact hold the key to everything. A Story of Duality, Survival, and Hope Season one introduced us to Aster (Lena Headey), a cunning government agent, and Halan (Stephan James), a stoic ex-military man whose paths crossed unexpectedly. Stranded together within a remote space station, Beacon 23, they faced unforeseen challenges and formed a fragile bond. Season Two: A Prison, an Artifact, and Unanswered Questions As season two unfolds, “Beacon 23” sees the arrival of a powerful entity known as Aleph. The arrival further complicates matters. The enigmatic Artifact continues to fuel intrigue and uncertainty. With no clear direction and conflicting agendas threatening to tear them apart, the inhabitants of Beacon 23 must

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 4, 2024

Movie Review: Videodrome (1983) – Criterion 4K/Blu-ray

Max Renn (James Woods, John Carpenter’s Vampires) is the president of tiny UHF station CIVIC-TV; a channel that stays afloat thanks to it’s regular broadcasts containing ample amounts of those hoary ol’ chestnuts, sex and violence! Bored with the normal softcore smut he’s is offered for broadcast, Mmax turns his eyes skyward for inspiration… namely by using CIVIC-TV’s big-ass satellite dish to find new programs that’ll excite both himself and his viewers. To that end, he gets turned on to Videodrome; a plot-less torture program… most likely unsimulated… that is broadcast from Pittsburgh. Along the way he gets his new sadomasochistic girlfriend, the radio host Nicki Brand (Blondie’s Debbie Harry) who gets it in her head that she wants to try and audition for the show. His investigation as to the show’s origin brings him to The Cathode Ray Mission; a homeless shelter that seeks to rehabilitate derelicts through constant exposure to television… and was the home of the TV-based

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DanXIII
Mar 1, 2024

Watch the Sci-Fi Thriller ‘Parallel’ Now

Vertical Entertainment presents the film Parallel. This thought-provoking science fiction thriller explores heartbreaking themes of grief, loss, and the complexities of existence across multiple realities. A Journey Through Loss and Discovery: The film is directed by Kourosh Ahari, who also brought you the film The Night. The film features an all-black cast of award-winning stars. Danielle Deadwyler (Till) stars in the lead role as Vanessa, a woman seeking solace at her family’s lake house after the devastating loss of her child. Joined by her supportive husband Alex (Aldis Hodge, Black Adam) and his brother Martel (Edwin Hodge, The Tomorrow War), Vanessa hopes to rebuild her life amidst the overwhelming grief. Confronting the Unforeseen: In the film, their tranquil getaway takes an unexpected turn when Vanessa encounters a chilling anomaly – a version of herself from a parallel universe. The discovery throws her reality into question. It forces her to confront the existence of multiverses and what possibilities they may hold.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 28, 2024

Game Review: ‘Welcome to ParadiZe’

Who says the zombie apocalypse has to be hard, scary, and gloomy? Why fear zombies when you can hack into (what’s left of) their brains and make them your buddy? That’s what EKO Software and NACON’s Welcome to ParadiZe, where survivors can enslave zombies and survive the zombie apocalypse. Welcome to ParadiZe is set in the middle of a global zombie takeover and the only beacon of hope is a place called ParadiZe, a community where zombies work for the humans and protect them from other zombies. After you arrive, it becomes clear that you need to make it what the ads promised. Now, onto the game itself! Give yourself some time to get used to the controls as the tutorial machineguns instructions at you almost right away. There’s a codex that you can refer to at any time to look at past tutorials, always a nice touch when a game does that. The game is in 3rd person, unfortunately,

Continue reading →
Daniel S. Liuzzi
Feb 27, 2024

‘Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game’ Release Date and New Trailer Revealed

IllFonic’s Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game will be touching down this summer but stay tuned to learn how you’ll be able to get a chance to play the game a week early! Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game is a crazy, fresh take on asymmetrical survival horror experience. Based on the iconic 80’s movie, the 3v7 multiplayer game brings back the unique, over-the-top mix of horror and comedy. In the battle between Killer Klowns and the citizens of Crescent Cove, team up and harvest humans or survive and escape from an alien invasion! The three Klowns hunt down human players using alien abilities and zany weaponry on their mission to harvest humans for their invasion. Meanwhile, seven players will try to survive by exploring Crescent Cove for supplies to fight back against the Klowns while also trying to avoid being captured by them. Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game will be coming out June 4th, 2024

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Daniel S. Liuzzi
Feb 21, 2024

‘The Animal Kingdom’ Trailer Reveals Mutations and Mysteries

Be transported to a world where humanity and nature collide in a thrilling new sci-fi film, The Animal Kingdom. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Thomas Cailley, this story dives into a future where genetic mutations trigger extraordinary transformations, blurring the lines between humans and animals. The Plot Thickens: The film centers around François. He is a desperate husband fighting to save his wife, who has succumbed to this mysterious condition. She undergoes disturbing changes. François and his teenage son Emile team up with a determined police officer (Adèle Exarchopoulos) in the search through a nearby forest. A place where mutated creatures roam. A Cast of Award-Worthy Talent: Roman Duris brings depth and emotion to François’s desperate struggle. Paul Kircher stars as Emile, who experiences the challenges of navigating this altered world alongside his father. Adèle Exarchopoulos adds her captivating presence as the police officer, bringing both strength and compassion to the investigation. Accolades: The Animal Kingdom garnered critical acclaim. It received

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 10, 2024

New ‘Dune: Part Two’ Poster Teases Characters Ready for a Fight

Dobly has just unveiled a new poster for the highly anticipated sequel Dune: Part Two, giving fans a glimpse at the film’s stars, Timothy Chalamet as Paul and Zendaya’s Chani, blades in hand and ready for a fight as a blistering sun beats down on them. The sequel centers on Paul Atreides (Chalamet), who has been united with the Fremen after the murder of his father by sinister imperial forces. Thirsty for revenge, Duke wages war against those who destroyed his family while trying to prevent a terrifying future only he can foresee. The Cast: The film features an impressive cast that reads like a who’s who of Hollywood. Chalamet and Zendaya star alongside Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, Rebecca Ferguson, and Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen. Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgard, Dave Bautista, and Javier Bardem round out the cast. More Dune in the Works: The original book, published in 1965, was followed by several sequels. So, it’s no surprise we will get more

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 9, 2024

Sci-fi Thriller ‘Restore Point’ Gears Up to Land On VOD

Get ready for a mind-bending journey into a dystopian future with Restore Point, a neo-noir sci-fi film hitting U.S. VOD platforms this February, courtesy of XYZ Films. Marking the Czech Republic’s first foray into the genre in four decades, this visually stunning debut by writer/director Robert Hloz has garnered international acclaim for its inventive world-building and thrilling narrative. A World on the Brink: The year is 2041. Social and economic disparities have pushed humanity to the edge, and a controversial scientific breakthrough offers a glimmer of hope – or perhaps, a Pandora’s box. Technology now allows the resurrection of victims of violent crimes by restoring their consciousness from daily brain backups. Second Chances, Deadly Consequences: This volatile premise sets the stage for an enthralling story as an ambitious young detective delves into the brutal murder of a couple. With one-half of the victims brought back to life, the investigation takes a chilling turn, forcing the detective to navigate a morally

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 5, 2024

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Spoiler-Free Film Review: “The Animal Kingdom” 

Director Thomas Cailley’s The Animal Kingdom (Le régne animal; France and Belgium, 2023) tackles the well-tread science fiction concept of “Can mutants and humans get along?” previously explored in X-Men comics and movies, and films such as 2018’s Freaks. Although not a lot of new ground is covered storywise, Cailley’s feature is such a well-acted and beautifully realized work that it stands out of the pack. Francois’ (Romain Duris) wife Lana (Florence Deretz) has taken on animalistic tendencies, both in action and physically. She is one of many people who have suddenly become stricken and hospitalized with this disease. With many people turning against those afflicted, the government has opened a new facility for patients like Lana. When the bus that takes her and other mutating patients to the facility crashes and the patients escape to the nearby forest, tensions rise further. Francois has moved near the facility with his teenage son Émile (Paul Kircher), who is hiding his own

Continue reading →
Joseph Perry
Mar 18, 2024

Game Review: ‘Outcast – A New Beginning’

Appeal Studios and THQ Nordic have teamed up to create a unique sci-fi open-world experience in Outcast – A New Beginning where players take on the role of Cutter Slade, a former Navy SEAL who finds himself leading an Alien rebellion against his fellow humans who are exploiting the planet Adelphea’s resources. Thank You to Appeal and THQ for the opportunity to check this game out! When it comes to the controls for Outcast – A New Beginning, you have to take your time as some of the buttons used for combat (melee mainly) are not where you would normally map them. Just give yourself some time to learn the buttons and it will become second nature. When it comes to the game’s art, it’s spellbinding! Brightly colorful and a dreamlike world filled with different plants and animals that fit the landscape, it’s pleasant on the eyes. I enjoyed how the faces of the characters are animated when they speak,

Continue reading →
Daniel S. Liuzzi
Mar 14, 2024

MGM+ Unveils Out of This World “Beacon 23” Season Two Trailer

The gripping sci-fi mystery series “Beacon 23” returns for its highly anticipated second season this April, exclusively on MGM+. Get ready to dive back into the captivating world beyond the Milky Way. A place where the lines between friend and foe blur. And the secrets of a mysterious artifact hold the key to everything. A Story of Duality, Survival, and Hope Season one introduced us to Aster (Lena Headey), a cunning government agent, and Halan (Stephan James), a stoic ex-military man whose paths crossed unexpectedly. Stranded together within a remote space station, Beacon 23, they faced unforeseen challenges and formed a fragile bond. Season Two: A Prison, an Artifact, and Unanswered Questions As season two unfolds, “Beacon 23” sees the arrival of a powerful entity known as Aleph. The arrival further complicates matters. The enigmatic Artifact continues to fuel intrigue and uncertainty. With no clear direction and conflicting agendas threatening to tear them apart, the inhabitants of Beacon 23 must

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 4, 2024

Movie Review: Videodrome (1983) – Criterion 4K/Blu-ray

Max Renn (James Woods, John Carpenter’s Vampires) is the president of tiny UHF station CIVIC-TV; a channel that stays afloat thanks to it’s regular broadcasts containing ample amounts of those hoary ol’ chestnuts, sex and violence! Bored with the normal softcore smut he’s is offered for broadcast, Mmax turns his eyes skyward for inspiration… namely by using CIVIC-TV’s big-ass satellite dish to find new programs that’ll excite both himself and his viewers. To that end, he gets turned on to Videodrome; a plot-less torture program… most likely unsimulated… that is broadcast from Pittsburgh. Along the way he gets his new sadomasochistic girlfriend, the radio host Nicki Brand (Blondie’s Debbie Harry) who gets it in her head that she wants to try and audition for the show. His investigation as to the show’s origin brings him to The Cathode Ray Mission; a homeless shelter that seeks to rehabilitate derelicts through constant exposure to television… and was the home of the TV-based

Continue reading →
DanXIII
Mar 1, 2024

Watch the Sci-Fi Thriller ‘Parallel’ Now

Vertical Entertainment presents the film Parallel. This thought-provoking science fiction thriller explores heartbreaking themes of grief, loss, and the complexities of existence across multiple realities. A Journey Through Loss and Discovery: The film is directed by Kourosh Ahari, who also brought you the film The Night. The film features an all-black cast of award-winning stars. Danielle Deadwyler (Till) stars in the lead role as Vanessa, a woman seeking solace at her family’s lake house after the devastating loss of her child. Joined by her supportive husband Alex (Aldis Hodge, Black Adam) and his brother Martel (Edwin Hodge, The Tomorrow War), Vanessa hopes to rebuild her life amidst the overwhelming grief. Confronting the Unforeseen: In the film, their tranquil getaway takes an unexpected turn when Vanessa encounters a chilling anomaly – a version of herself from a parallel universe. The discovery throws her reality into question. It forces her to confront the existence of multiverses and what possibilities they may hold.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 28, 2024

Game Review: ‘Welcome to ParadiZe’

Who says the zombie apocalypse has to be hard, scary, and gloomy? Why fear zombies when you can hack into (what’s left of) their brains and make them your buddy? That’s what EKO Software and NACON’s Welcome to ParadiZe, where survivors can enslave zombies and survive the zombie apocalypse. Welcome to ParadiZe is set in the middle of a global zombie takeover and the only beacon of hope is a place called ParadiZe, a community where zombies work for the humans and protect them from other zombies. After you arrive, it becomes clear that you need to make it what the ads promised. Now, onto the game itself! Give yourself some time to get used to the controls as the tutorial machineguns instructions at you almost right away. There’s a codex that you can refer to at any time to look at past tutorials, always a nice touch when a game does that. The game is in 3rd person, unfortunately,

Continue reading →
Daniel S. Liuzzi
Feb 27, 2024

‘Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game’ Release Date and New Trailer Revealed

IllFonic’s Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game will be touching down this summer but stay tuned to learn how you’ll be able to get a chance to play the game a week early! Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game is a crazy, fresh take on asymmetrical survival horror experience. Based on the iconic 80’s movie, the 3v7 multiplayer game brings back the unique, over-the-top mix of horror and comedy. In the battle between Killer Klowns and the citizens of Crescent Cove, team up and harvest humans or survive and escape from an alien invasion! The three Klowns hunt down human players using alien abilities and zany weaponry on their mission to harvest humans for their invasion. Meanwhile, seven players will try to survive by exploring Crescent Cove for supplies to fight back against the Klowns while also trying to avoid being captured by them. Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game will be coming out June 4th, 2024

Continue reading →
Daniel S. Liuzzi
Feb 21, 2024

‘The Animal Kingdom’ Trailer Reveals Mutations and Mysteries

Be transported to a world where humanity and nature collide in a thrilling new sci-fi film, The Animal Kingdom. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Thomas Cailley, this story dives into a future where genetic mutations trigger extraordinary transformations, blurring the lines between humans and animals. The Plot Thickens: The film centers around François. He is a desperate husband fighting to save his wife, who has succumbed to this mysterious condition. She undergoes disturbing changes. François and his teenage son Emile team up with a determined police officer (Adèle Exarchopoulos) in the search through a nearby forest. A place where mutated creatures roam. A Cast of Award-Worthy Talent: Roman Duris brings depth and emotion to François’s desperate struggle. Paul Kircher stars as Emile, who experiences the challenges of navigating this altered world alongside his father. Adèle Exarchopoulos adds her captivating presence as the police officer, bringing both strength and compassion to the investigation. Accolades: The Animal Kingdom garnered critical acclaim. It received

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 10, 2024

New ‘Dune: Part Two’ Poster Teases Characters Ready for a Fight

Dobly has just unveiled a new poster for the highly anticipated sequel Dune: Part Two, giving fans a glimpse at the film’s stars, Timothy Chalamet as Paul and Zendaya’s Chani, blades in hand and ready for a fight as a blistering sun beats down on them. The sequel centers on Paul Atreides (Chalamet), who has been united with the Fremen after the murder of his father by sinister imperial forces. Thirsty for revenge, Duke wages war against those who destroyed his family while trying to prevent a terrifying future only he can foresee. The Cast: The film features an impressive cast that reads like a who’s who of Hollywood. Chalamet and Zendaya star alongside Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, Rebecca Ferguson, and Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen. Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgard, Dave Bautista, and Javier Bardem round out the cast. More Dune in the Works: The original book, published in 1965, was followed by several sequels. So, it’s no surprise we will get more

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 9, 2024

Sci-fi Thriller ‘Restore Point’ Gears Up to Land On VOD

Get ready for a mind-bending journey into a dystopian future with Restore Point, a neo-noir sci-fi film hitting U.S. VOD platforms this February, courtesy of XYZ Films. Marking the Czech Republic’s first foray into the genre in four decades, this visually stunning debut by writer/director Robert Hloz has garnered international acclaim for its inventive world-building and thrilling narrative. A World on the Brink: The year is 2041. Social and economic disparities have pushed humanity to the edge, and a controversial scientific breakthrough offers a glimmer of hope – or perhaps, a Pandora’s box. Technology now allows the resurrection of victims of violent crimes by restoring their consciousness from daily brain backups. Second Chances, Deadly Consequences: This volatile premise sets the stage for an enthralling story as an ambitious young detective delves into the brutal murder of a couple. With one-half of the victims brought back to life, the investigation takes a chilling turn, forcing the detective to navigate a morally

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 5, 2024
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