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STAR WARS: MAUL - Shadow Lord Series Recap & Review: Chapters 1&2
"If you only knew the power of the dark side." - Darth Vader Few things in pop culture or in general really have the staying power that Star Wars has. Since its debut, Star Wars has achieved a state of cultural permanence, transcending the lifecycle of a typical media franchise to become a foundational modern myth. What began in 1977 as George Lucas’s simple desire to create a "space opera" has since taken on a life of its own. It has evolved with an organic momentum that tr

Chase Gifford
3 days ago8 min read


Daredevil: Born Again - Season 2: Episode 2 - "Shoot The Moon" Review & Recap (Disney+)
After the explosive and politically charged premiere, Daredevil: Born Again keeps its momentum going with Episode 2, “Shoot the Moon,” an intense and character-driven chapter that deepens the conspiracy surrounding Mayor Fisk while pushing Matt Murdock further into the shadows of Hell’s Kitchen. This episode slows the pacing just enough to build tension, focusing on investigation, psychological warfare, and the looming threat closing in on Daredevil, and Matt Murdock, from al

Jimmy Palmquist
6 days ago5 min read


The Madison - Season 1: Episode 6 - “I Give Me Permission” - Recap & Review
Taylor Sheridan closes out the season of The Madison with Episode 6, “I Give Me Permission,” a deeply emotional and introspective finale that shifts the focus toward acceptance, identity, and the realization that grief doesn’t just change you—it can completely redefine where you belong. Created by Taylor Sheridan, this episode brings together the emotional threads of the season while delivering a powerful ending that suggests Stacy’s journey is far from over.

Jimmy Palmquist
7 days ago4 min read


The Madison - Season 1: Episode 5 - “No Name and a New Dream” - Recap & Review
Taylor Sheridan continues to walk the delicate line between grief, healing, and dark humor in The Madison with Episode 5, “No Name And A New Dream.” This installment focuses heavily on remembrance, responsibility, and the emotional weight surrounding Preston’s burial, while also pushing the family closer to an unavoidable reality: life in New York City is still waiting for them.

Jimmy Palmquist
Mar 315 min read


The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Review - A beautifully animated husk
“Wahoo!” – Mario It’s hard to not see movies like this as anything more than cash grabs. I understand after making over a billion dollars that sequels were inevitable but if I’ve learned anything from the majority of Pixar films, Dreamworks Animation like The Wild Robot and Sony Picture Animations like The Mitchells vs. The Machines (favorite animated movie) it’s that these animation studios are fully capable of making stories fit for the entire family. It used to be wide

Chase Gifford
Mar 315 min read


The Madison - Season 1: Episode 4 - “Tomorrow is Goodbye” - Recap & Review
⚠️ Spoiler Alert: This recap and review contains major plot details ⚠️ Taylor Sheridan continues to build emotional momentum in The Madison with Episode 4, “Tomorrow is Goodbye,” an installment that leans heavily into flashbacks, grief, healing, and the slow process of learning how to live again after unimaginable loss. Created by Taylor Sheridan, this episode stands out as one of the most balanced so far, mixing heartbreak, character development, and moments of genuine warm

Jimmy Palmquist
Mar 314 min read


Scrubs (2026) - Season 1: Episode 5 - "My Angel" Recap & Review
The fifth episode of the revived Scrubs, “My Angel,” delivers one of the most layered episodes of the season so far, balancing comedy, heartbreak, and modern-day commentary in a way that feels perfectly aligned with what creator Bill Lawrence has always done best.
This week’s story centers on Zach Braff’s JD attempting to get back into the dating world, and quickly discovering that the world has changed more than he has.

Jimmy Palmquist
Mar 274 min read


The Madison - Season 1: Episode 3 - "Watch Her Fall" - Recap & Review
When a new series comes from Taylor Sheridan, audiences tend to walk in with certain expectations. His track record with shows like Yellowstone, Tulsa King and Mayor of Kingstown has built a reputation for intense drama, moral gray areas, and powerful characters battling brutal circumstances. But the pilot episode of The Madison, written by Sheridan and directed by Christina Alexandra Voros, quickly proves that this series may not follow the path many of us expected.

Jimmy Palmquist
Mar 275 min read


Daredevil: Born Again - Season 2: Episode 1 - "The Northern Star" Review & Recap (Disney+)
Season 2 of Daredevil: Born Again wastes absolutely no time throwing viewers back into the gritty, morally complicated world of Hell’s Kitchen and New York City. “The Northern Star” serves as a powerful reintroduction to the Man Without Fear’s corner of the Marvel universe, reminding fans why this grounded, street-level storytelling remains some of the strongest material on Disney+.

Jimmy Palmquist
Mar 254 min read


Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man Review & Recap (Netflix)
There are few television-to-film transitions that carry as much weight and expectation as Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, now streaming on Netflix. After six gripping seasons and 36 unforgettable episodes of Peaky Blinders, creator and writer Steven Knight delivers a cinematic continuation that feels both intimate and epic in scope. This is not just a reunion, it’s a haunting and thrilling return to Birmingham’s most feared family, and it’s executed with sharp storytelling,

Jimmy Palmquist
Mar 216 min read


Ready or Not 2: Here I Come Review - A Still Worthwhile Shell of Its Former Self
“I’m the devil’s advocate. We have our own worshipers.” – Frank Zappa The rich vs. the common man. It’s a theme that has been explored in cinema since its inception. Since movies often mirror the time they’re made in whenever a politician or rogue billionaire decides to impose their will at the expense of those they deem lesser-than the amount of stories focusing on these talking points tend to rise in frequency. And since 2016 was the start of this particular nightmare we

Chase Gifford
Mar 215 min read


The Madison - Season 1: Episode 2 - Let The Land Hold Me - Recap & Review (Still Not the Yellowstone Story I Expected
After a devastating and emotionally charged pilot, The Madison returns with Episode 2, “Let The Land Hold Me,” and manages to do something unexpected—it finds humor in the chaos while continuing to build on the show’s deeply rooted grief and family tension. Created by Taylor Sheridan and continuing the story of a family completely out of their element, this episode leans heavily into the culture clash between city life and the wilderness… and the results are often hilarious.

Jimmy Palmquist
Mar 214 min read


The Pitt - Season 2: Episode 1 - "7:00 A.M." Recap & Review
Season 2 of The Pitt wastes absolutely no time reminding us why it became such a gripping, must-watch medical drama in its debut season. Written by R. Scott Gemmill and directed by John Wells, the premiere episode throws us right back into the organized chaos of the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center, better known as The Pitt, with tension, character depth, and just the right amount of dread.

Jimmy Palmquist
Mar 203 min read


The Beekeper Movie Recap & Review
There’s a certain kind of action movie that knows exactly what it is, and then there’s The Beekeeper, which leans into that identity with a confidence that’s impossible not to enjoy. Written by Kurt Wimmer (The Recruit, Law Abiding Citizen) and directed by the incredibly underrated David Ayer (Sabotage, Fury), this is a revenge-fueled, high-octane ride that delivers exactly what fans of the genre crave, and then some.

Jimmy Palmquist
Mar 194 min read


A24’s Undertone Review: A Cerebral Masterclass in Sonic Terror
“If you don’t want to be scared in a horror film, don’t close your eyes. Close your ears.” – Eli Roth A good horror director knows that most of their audience will already be established horror movie fans. And for longtime fans of the genre, they grow savvy to the ways of horror tropes and cliches. I think one of the most important aspects of a successful horror movie is subversion. Subversion of expectations and assumptions to deliver a surprising and effective payoff. The

Chase Gifford
Mar 175 min read


Shrinking - Season 3: Episode 7 - "I Will Be Grape" Recap & Review
Episode 7 of Shrinking Season 3, “I Will Be Grape,” continues the show’s signature balancing act, delivering laugh-out-loud comedy while quietly gut-punching you with emotional honesty. Directed by James Ponsoldt and written by Zack Bornstein and Sasha Garron, this episode leans heavily into both sides of that equation, and it works beautifully.

Jimmy Palmquist
Mar 174 min read


The Madison - Season 1: Episode 1 - Pilot - Recap & Review (Not the Yellowstone Story I Expected)
When a new series comes from Taylor Sheridan, audiences tend to walk in with certain expectations. His track record with shows like Yellowstone, Tulsa King and Mayor of Kingstown has built a reputation for intense drama, moral gray areas, and powerful characters battling brutal circumstances. But the pilot episode of The Madison, written by Sheridan and directed by Christina Alexandra Voros, quickly proves that this series may not follow the path many of us expected.

Jimmy Palmquist
Mar 154 min read


Scrubs (2026) - Season 1: Episode 4 - "My Poker Face" Recap & Review
Episode four of the revived Scrubs, titled “My Poker Face,” leans heavily into one of the show’s most relatable themes: what happens when adulthood finally catches up with you.
For years, the friendship between Zach Braff’s JD and Donald Faison’s Turk was defined by carefree immaturity. Even as doctors, they always managed to carve out time for goofy traditions, whether that was ridiculous hospital antics or the occasional guys’ night.

Jimmy Palmquist
Mar 153 min read


Marshals - Season 1: Episode 2 - Zone of Death Recap & Review (Ghosts of the Dutton Legacy)
Marshals - Season 1: Episode 2 - Zone of Death Recap & Review (Ghosts of the Dutton Legacy)

Jimmy Palmquist
Mar 123 min read


Project Hail Mary Review - Extraordinary, expansive and introspective Science Fiction.
“The bravest are surely those who have the clearest vision of what is before them, glory and danger alike, and yet notwithstanding go out to meet it.” — Thucydides Over the years the term blockbuster has become more and more synonymous with shallow entertainment. Mindless spectacle meant to visually capture your attention while providing little else. It’s something to watch while eating your popcorn and chugging a soda pop. It’s an afternoon killer. Empty calories. Sometime

Chase Gifford
Mar 106 min read
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