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The Can’t Miss Movies Still to Come In 2017
Category Archives: Movies
We Are Entertained: ‘War for the Planet of the Apes’
The boys get their ape on this week and check out the third installment (Ninth installment?) of the Planet of the Apes franchise, War for the Planet of the Apes. Read More
7 Things Parents Should Know About ‘Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets’
Thinking of taking the kids to see it this weekend? Find out here why you shouldn’t. Read More
The Force Is Strong With This Book: ‘Star Wars Super Graphic’
Filled with gorgeous infographics involving every movie and show made in the Star Wars universe to date, ‘Star Wars Super Graphic: A Visual Guide to a Galaxy Far, Far Away’ is a ‘Star Wars’ lover’s delight. Read More
The Getting Excited for SDCC 2017 Post
San Diego Comic Con 2017 starts this week with Preview Night on Wednesday, July 19, 2017, and several GeekDad and GeekMom writers will be attending. Here are all of the things we’re most excited about! Read More
Win Tickets to Studio Ghibli Fest 2017’s Presentation of ‘Kiki’s Delivery Service’!
If you are near a Fathom Events participating theater for the 23-24 July showing of ‘Kiki’s Delivery Service,’ enter our contest to win a pair of tickets! Read More
10 Things Parents Should Know About ‘War for the Planet of the Apes’
The latest installment in the reboot of the classic man versus ape franchise is in theaters. Can you take the kids? Find out here. Read More
Commuter Gamer: ‘Valerian: City of Alpha’ Comes to Mobile
Spil Games’ ‘Valerian: City of Alpha’ brings the world of Valerian to your mobile phone. Read More
Cosplay Family Spotlight: Cotter Family Cosplay
Cosplay Family Spotlight is a new recurring segment where I interview and spotlight a cosplay family. This week, I interview Cotter Family Cosplay. Read More
10 Things Parents Should Know About ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’
Spider-Man is back on the big screen this weekend, bringing all the quips, flips, and teenage awkwardness that only Peter Parker can. Here’s what you need to know before going. Read More
Who Decides What Is Canon? The Curious Case of the Marauders’ Map
What happens when conflicting theories arise from people involved with a franchise? Is the author always right? Read More
Giveaway – 4th of July Digital Download Movie Bundle
GeekDad has partnered with Lionsgate Home Entertainment once again! This time, we’re giving away 10 patriotic digital downloads for Independence Day! Read More
Cosplay Family Spotlight: Thorne Family Costuming
Cosplay Family Spotlight is a new recurring segment where I interview and spotlight a cosplay family. This week, I interview Thorne Family Costuming. Read More
New Releases for July 2017
Tom Holland reprises his web-slinger role in ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming,’ which, based on the previews, some of us are a little worried should have been titled ‘Iron Man 4.’ Over on Netflix, Steve Gutenberg and Adam Sandler battle it out for the coveted “Lifetime ‘Why do people keep giving me jobs?!’ Achievement Award.” Meanwhile, Sir Patrick Stewart will likely act the pants off of all of them while playing a literal piece of poop in ‘The Emoji Movie.’ Read More
A Look Back at 20 Years With ‘Harry Potter:’ Such a Beautiful Place It Is, To Be With Friends
How do you look back on a series that has, for decades, given your family memories filled with magic? Here is a tearful look back on 20 years with ‘Harry Potter’. Read More
Building ‘Star Wars: Rebels’ Ezra Bridger’s Slingshot
Follow along on my build of Ezra Bridger’s slingshot and wrist comm. Read More
‘Saban’s Power Rangers’ Home Entertainment Release Giveaway
In celebration of the home release of ‘Saban’s Power Rangers’ movie, one lucky person can win an exclusive prize pack of Power Rangers fun. Read More
We Are Entertained: ‘Baby Driver’
Matt and Richard are invited to a screener of Baby Driver and Chris has the opportunity to interview them and find out what they thought of the latest offering from Edgar Wright. Read More
10 Things Parents Should Know About ‘Okja’
Okja, a Netflix Original Film from director Bong Joon Ho, will be released on June 28. Here’s what you need to know. Read More
Behold Neill Blomkamp’s New, Visionary Sci-Fi Short; ‘Rakka’
Last week, Neill Blomkamp, director of films like ‘District 9’ and ‘Elysium,’ released the first in what will be be a series of unique, original, experimental short films and creative content from his Oats Studios. Check out the visionary first release; ‘Rakka.’ Read More
Totally Unqualified 10 Things Parents Should Know About ‘Transformers: The Last Knight’
We haven’t seen the latest ‘Transformers’ movie. Nor do we plan to. Here’s a few things you should keep in mind before taking your kids to the latest Bayfest. Read More
WINNERS ANNOUNCED!: Win Tickets to Studio Ghibli Fest 2017’s Presentation of ‘My Neighbor Totoro’
Excited to see ‘My Neighbor Totoro’ on the big screen this coming weekend? If you are near a Fathom Events participating theater, enter our contest to win a pair of tickets! Read More
10 Things Parents Should Know About ‘The Book of Henry’
With youngsters playing such prominent roles parents may be wondering whether it’s a movie to take the kids to see, and with reviews all over the map you might be wondering if it’s worth seeing at all; read on and find out what this GeekDad thinks. Read More
Giveaway – ‘John Wick: Chapter 2’ Plus 17 Digital Downloads
GeekDad is pleased to offer you the chance to win some great Lionsgate digital movies & John Wick: Chapter 2 on Blu-ray. Read More
GeekDad Proudly Announces: Studio Ghibli Fest 2017!
Stay tuned to GeekDad starting June 19th for your chance to win tickets to see the six films featured in Studio Ghibli Fest 2017! Read More
10 Things Parents Should Know About ‘The Mummy’
‘The Mummy,’ the latest remake of the classic monster movie, opens in theaters this weekend. Should you take the kids? Should you see it at all? Read on to find out. Read More
Cosplay Family Spotlight: The Scherm Family
Cosplay Family Spotlight is a new recurring segment where I interview and spotlight a cosplay family. This week, I interview The Scherm Family. Read More
Get Twitterpated All Over Again: ‘Bambi’ Returns to Blu-Ray
Do I recommend the new Signature Collection edition of ‘Bambi?’ If you don’t already own a copy of the film, then it’s a no-brainer. You’ll fall in love all over again, and it’s a remarkable film that any fan of animation should own. Read More
Extend the Enchantment With ‘Beauty and the Beast’ on Blu-ray
Explore hours of bonus features on the Blu-ray release of Disney’s ‘Beauty and the Beast,’ for sale beginning today. Read More
In Space, No One Can Hear a GeekDad Scream…
If you call yourself an ‘Alien’/’Aliens’ fan, then you’re going to love some of the recent book releases concerning our favorite xenomorph. So, gather all the supplies, weld up the doors, and hunker down with any or all of these three entertaining books. Read More
Latest ‘Transformers: The Last Knight’ Toys Reveal New Characters, Old Favorites
I thought it would never happen, but Hasbro has released toys that are compelling enough to make me consider lifting my 10 year ban on ‘Transformers’ films. Read More
Gotham City Garage Wonder Woman Is a Masterpiece Worthy of the (Demi)Gods
This limited edition, cold-cast resin statue packs in over 75 years of lore and at the same time delivers an astonishingly fresh interpretation of our favorite Themyscirian Princess. Read More
