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Who Is Wonder Woman?
Her mission is to bring harmony and sexual equality in a world torn by the rule of man. The origin of the most famous super heroine ever, Diana Prince, otherwise known as Wonder Woman, may be unknown to many. As with many comic book characters, there is often evolution and reimagining involved over the years. Wonder Woman now emphasizes an Amazonian ideal, where women are proud, statuesque, and fiercer than men. However, many people, and even some geeks, may not know the true beginnings of the Wonder Woman character. Wonder Woman is often characterized and defined by the various transitions she’s gone through. The Golden Age, which marked her origin, the Silver Age, that showed her evolution and strengths, and finally the Bronze Age, where she was more mysterious and forceful.
By Geeks Staff10 years ago in Geeks
Greatest Superhero Movie Soundtracks
As much as superhero movies are stampeding through the box office every year, the most criminally underrated aspect to many of these films are their respective superhero movie soundtracks. From Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Thor, and beyond, a superhero's power is only exaggerated and heightened by a bad-ass soundtrack. The following list of superhero movie soundtracks are our hand-picked collection of the most epic, orchestral, and rousing music ever put to film. Arguably the best superhero movie soundtracks ever composed for the big screen, these soundtracks will make you fly, flight, and save the world as we know it. Stick in your earbuds, because it's time to be super.
By Stephen Hamilton10 years ago in Geeks
Is the 'V for Vendetta' Movie Better than the Comic Book?
V for Vendetta was first a fantastic comic, and then a fantastic movie. Are we here to argue which was better? That's for you to find out, no matter what the creator of the comic Alan Moore might want us to do. There were some significant changes that the movie made from the original source material while trying to remain as faithful to the message of the comic as possible. Most of these changes were done to update the source material and adapt for the time restraints of a major motion picture.
By Geeks Staff10 years ago in Geeks
Most Underrated Zombie Movies
I think it’s more than fair to say that the major zombie craze that took over the world has just about died out by now. Although zombies, just like any other film trend, were subject to some absolute brutalization in the hands of filmmakers who didn’t seem to know what they were doing, the classic horror monster proved to be a terrifying creature in the hands of those who understood its powers. Throughout the mid 2000s and the early years of the 2010s, we were treated to hundreds of zombie movies. Understandably, it’s hard to separate the wheat from the chaff.
By Stephen Hamilton10 years ago in Geeks
1980s Movie List For Kids
Stripped of their innocence, children of the 1980s turned to movies in droves to escape the world of Cold Wars and nuclear proliferation. In the dark of the theater, popcorn in-hand and a very large sugary, caffeinated drink on the floor between their high-top sneakers, adolescents immersed themselves in movie experiences. Theaters were packed regularly. Movies that pulled the audience into an action-driven kid adventure were just the answer for the country's children. No self-respecting 1980s movie list for kids would leave out Steven Spielberg's ET and its classic sibling, The Goonies. But what really rocked this audience's world were hits like The Last Starfighter, The Karate Kid, and anything starring Fred Savage. He was like a twelve-year-old George Clooney!
By Geeks Staff10 years ago in Geeks
History of Fan Theories
There’s something remarkable about fan theories. I doubt that when an author puts his pen to paper, he is conscious of what a potential fanbase may add to the story. Indeed, many argue that fan theories are pointless, simply because they do not derive from the original writer. However, fan theories became widely accepted after the release of an infamous essay known as "Man of Steel, Woman of Kleenex." This essay details the sexual life of popular DC Comics character Superman.
By Stephen Hamilton10 years ago in Geeks
Dave Barrett Exclusive Interview for 'It's All Fun And Games'
When six friends accidentally cross into a dangerous (and very real) fantasy world, how will they make it back alive? This is the question Dave Barrett pursues in his debut novel It's All Fun And Games, published by Nerdist as an Inkshares Collection. When Allison, the novel's strawberry-blond heroine, reluctantly agrees to hang out with her geeky friend TJ, he exposes her to the world of LARPing (live-action role playing). Whip out your dictionaries, because LARPing is a term you'll want to remember, as the fantasy-sport's popularity has grown significantly in recent years.
By Natasha Sydor10 years ago in Geeks
History of Nintendo
The Jackie Robinson of baseball. The Shakespeare of literature. The Beethoven of music. Nintendo’s impact on the gaming industry has been nothing short of revolutionary. The first to perfect the 3D gaming experience, the first to have successful wireless controllers for their consoles, and the first to allow users to save their files within a game, Nintendo's innovative creations continue to entertain even the realest of gamers.
By Matt Schkolnick10 years ago in Geeks
Best Worst Love Triangles
Triangles are formed by connecting three different points. While all angles must add up to 180 degrees, they need not be equal. While three humans must be present, in mainstream Hollywood, it seems that one of them must be a woman and two must be men. With the possibility of a ménage a trois hanging in front of the viewer’s snout like a carrot on a stick, these romantic constructs have been the bread and butter of romance narratives around the world. They’re just so dang topical: ladies get tickled by the prospect of two shirtless guys getting sweaty and duking it out in the mud pit to win her hand—guys love any excuse to get shirtless and duke it out in the mud pit for some deferred and unimportant payoff. Because this narrative still appeals to wide audiences, writers and actors can just mail it in. Check out our list of the best (worst) love triangles.
By Stephen Hamilton10 years ago in Geeks
Craziest Water Slides
Towering at over 100 feet, the craziest water slides from around the world excite fearless thrill seekers. From Dubai and the Bahamas to the shores of Brazil, these slides are engineering models which have taken years to build. Water slides have made their way into the Guinness Book of World Records, and many remain on the adventurous bucket lists of summer fun enthusiasts.
By Geeks Staff10 years ago in Geeks
How the Ghostbusters Franchise Fought for Survival
When the Ghostbusters trailer was released in May 2016, critics and fans alike did not seem to greet the idea of a reboot with much excitement. Many whined about the lack of solid jokes during the nearly three-minute segment, the all-female cast (although I don’t see any validity in that complaint), and the lack of returning stars. The original cast consisted of Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Rick Moranis, Harold Ramis, and Ernie Hudson. These actors collaborated on one of the greatest movies of all time, and they followed up with what most can agree to be a respectable sequel. So why did the Ghostbusters franchise have to fight for survival after the 80s? And why the big switch up in 2016?
By Geeks Staff10 years ago in Geeks
Worst Superhero Movie Flops
From The Avengers to The Dark Knight to Captain America: Civil War, most superhero movies of the 21st century gave both fans and critics plenty of action and excitement. Unfortunately, not every superhero receives the best directors, writers, actors, and production value to lead to a worthy performance in the box office. The 21st century may have ushered in an era of over saturation for superhero movies, but that doesn't mean they were all good. Here’s a list of the worst superhero movie flops.
By Stephen Hamilton10 years ago in Geeks
