‘Shazam!’ packs loads of fun and heart, but does it stand-up to the other top-tier comic flicks? While it may not be pantheon worthy, it still leaves much to cover. Read More
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Category Archives: Movies
35 Years of ‘The Karate Kid’ With Ralph Macchio
‘The Karate Kid’ turns 35 years old! To celebrate, Sony Pictures Home Entertainment is releasing the film on home video in 4k Ultra HD today. I spoke with series star Ralph Macchio about the legacy of ‘The Karate Kid’ and season 2 of ‘Cobra Kai.’ Read More
7 Things Parents Should Know About ‘Missing Link’
The latest beautiful stop-motion animated film is out from LAIKA Studios, who brought you ‘Kubo and the Two Strings.’ What should you know before taking your kids to see it? Read More
‘Star Wars: Episode IX’ Teaser Gives Us a Title and All the Feels
The first teaser for the last film in the Skywalker saga has hit, and we’re all full of emotion. What do you think about the title? Read More
7 Can’t-Miss Blu-ray Releases for April 2019
From big-budget blockbusters to retro re-releases and everything in between, there’s something for everyone in this month’s Blu-ray picks Read More
‘Missing Link’: A Trope-Dodging, Beautiful Animated Film for Adults and Kids Alike
The brilliant stop-motion animation studio LAIKA’s latest production is ‘Missing Link,’ and it’s just as beautiful, creative, well-acted, and funny as you could want any movie to be. Read More
9 Spoiler-Free Things Parents Should Know About ‘Shazam!’
Curious about the new DC superhero movie, ‘Shazam’, that comes out in theaters this weekend? Here are a few things to know before you go see it. Read More
‘Bumblebee’ Is Out on Blu-ray, We Celebrate with a Family Fun Pack
It’s your chance to own the movie that finally got big-screen Transformers right. Read More
Bodaciously Awesome Family Show: Enters The VOID
I’m not sure I’ll ever write geekier words: the family went inside a Star Wars-based Virtual Reality experience and it was the experience I’ve wanted since 1977. Read More
Recapping the Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase Three
It’s been eleven years and more than twenty films, but the Marvel Cinematic Universe is closing its third and final phase. This week, GeekDad is looking back at Marvel’s superhero franchise, and today we’re focusing on phase three. This is our retrospective of each film’s place within the greater MCU and the specific aspects that may make it relevant to the tapestry that Marvel has woven with their storytelling. If you’re not planning to go back and watch many, then perhaps the following will refresh your memory on a number of MCU happenings. Read More
Recapping the Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase Two
It’s been eleven years and more than twenty films, but the Marvel Cinematic Universe is closing its third and final phase. This week, GeekDad is looking back at Marvel’s superhero franchise, and today we’re focusing on phase two. This is our retrospective of each film’s place within the greater MCU and the specific aspects that may make it relevant to the tapestry that Marvel has woven with their storytelling. If you’re not planning to go back and watch many, then perhaps the following will refresh your memory on a number of MCU happenings. Read More
Geeking Out About ‘Ready Player One’ One Year Later
March 29th was the one year anniversary of the debut of ‘Ready Player One’ in theaters. So, in light of that important milestone, I wanted to share with everyone a couple of different ways I have been customizing my tech gear with ‘Ready Player One’ artwork. Read More
Recapping the Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase One
It’s been eleven years and more than twenty films, but the Marvel Cinematic Universe is closing its third and final phase. This week, Geekdad is looking back at Marvel’s superhero franchise, and today we’re focusing on phase one. This is our retrospective of each film’s place within the greater MCU and the specific aspects that may make it relevant to the tapestry that Marvel has woven with their storytelling. If you’re not planning to go back and watch many, then perhaps the following will refresh your memory on a number of MCU happenings. Read More
Trailer Theater: New Tarantino, a Return to Hawkins, and More
On this week’s edition of Trailer Theater, we have first looks at Quentin Tarantino’s new film, Stranger Things season 3, new looks at Avengers: Endgame, Toy Story 4, and Aladdin, and more previews of what’s coming to theaters, TV’s, and streaming devices near you. Read More
Which Marvel Films You Should Watch in Preparation for ‘Avengers: Endgame’
It’s been eleven years and twenty-one films, but soon we’ll be closing out the final phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Let’s go over which MCU films you need to watch again to refresh what you’ve forgotten. Otherwise, just review our infinity stone synopsis to jog your memory. Read More
We Are Entertained: ‘Captain Marvel’
‘Captain Marvel’, what a great way to kick off March Movie Madness! This week represents the first Marvel Cinematic Bookend for our March Movie Madness Comic Book edition. We’ll be tallying your votes and crowning a comic book movie champion just in time for the release of Avengers: Endgame. Make sure you vote early and vote often: who do you think belongs in the Comic Book Final Four? Read More
New ‘Toy Story 4’ Trailer With New Toys (Including Keanu Reeves as a Canadian Evel Knievel)!
There’s a new trailer out this morning for the upcoming, and highly-anticipated Toy Story 4 that brings us even more new info, including the background on the character being voiced by Keanu Reeves. Read More
We Are Entertained: ‘Greta’
This week we kick things off by talking about our new and improved Patreon perks. We’d love for you to let us know what you think of the new options and please, PLEASE let us know if there’s something you’d like to see that we haven’t thought of yet. Read More
The First Full-Length ‘Avengers: Endgame’ Trailer Is Out, and It’s Pretty Incredible
A new full-length trailer for ‘Avengers: Endgame’ is out! Read More
Dream Big With ‘Wonder Park’ – In Theatres This Friday
This Friday, you and your family can experience the wonder of ‘Wonder Park,’ the latest animated masterpiece from Paramount Animation and Nickelodeon Studios. Read More
How to Collect – Carol Danvers’ Captain Marvel
An installment in “How to Collect” focusing on the one and only Carol Danvers, Captain Marvel, where you can find out how to read the iconic moments and stories about the character. Read More
Bodaciously Awesome Family Show: Enters the Spider-Verse!
I didn’t think an animated Spider-Man movie was going to be both current cultural cache and a movie that might stand the test of time. I was wrong. Read More
Star Wars “Galaxy’s Edge” at Disneyland, Walt Disney World Opening Dates Announced!
Now we now how long we have to wait to fly the Millennium Falcon! It is going to be EPIC! Read More
10 (Spoiler-Free) Things Parents Should Know About ‘Captain Marvel’
Finally, there’s a female lead in a Marvel superhero movie. But is ‘Captain Marvel’ worth your time, and should you bring your kids with you? Read More
10 Can’t-Miss Blu-ray Releases for March 2019
If you’re a home movie fan, then you better hope your wallet survives March, because this month is packed with great Blu-ray releases! Read More
Trailer Theater: Snorlax, Satan, ‘Shazam!’ and More
On this week’s edition of Trailer Theater, we have an appearances from Snorlax, Tolkien, Olaf, The Fab Five, Satan, and more. Read More
Review – Justice League #19: Enter the Sixth Dimension
What lurks in the Sixth Dimension – and does old Superman foe Mr. Mxyzptlk have the answers? Read More
Behind the Scenes on a Sci-Fi Movie – ‘Prospect’ – Part Eight
Check out Part Eight, the final installment, of the behind-the-scenes series of some props and sets from ‘Prospect.’ Read More
Behind the Scenes on a Sci-Fi Movie – ‘Prospect’ – Part Seven
Check out Part Seven of the behind-the-scenes series of some props and sets from ‘Prospect.’ Read More
Behind the Scenes on a Sci-Fi Movie – ‘Prospect’ – Part Six
Check out Part Six of the behind-the-scenes series of some props and sets from ‘Prospect.’ Read More
