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About that time I got Spider-Man to sign a bag of Uncle Ben’s rice…

May 9, 2020 No Comments

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It was six years ago. The day before ‘The Amazing Spider-Man 2’ premiere in London, which me and my best friend were due to attend. We were sat sinking in a few beers in central London, when I suddenly piped up with: “how funny would it be if I gave Andrew Garfield a bag of Uncle Ben’s to sign?” Maybe it was the beer talking. Maybe it was the lack of sleep I was experiencing due to the relentless pursuit of a studying for a degree. Wherever the idea came from, it was a stroke […]

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Why Matt Smith is my favourite Doctor

May 4, 2020 9 Comments

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All good things must come to an end, I guess. In a show like ‘Doctor Who’ the cast, tone, actors and settings change at the drop of a hat, trawling through different show-runners and lead actors like there’s no tomorrow. It’s unique in this way – no other show does anything like it, but sometimes I can’t help but get a little nostalgic for times long since passed. As I’m watching season 12 of ‘Doctor Who’ unfold currently, I can’t help but miss some of the old faces that once graced our screens. And, for […]

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Hercules: My Live-Action Dream Cast

May 3, 2020 3 Comments

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I know, I know, another post about a dream cast for Disney’s live-action movie ‘Hercules’. But I’ve been planning this one for a while, okay? I even have the receipts to prove it. My best friend and I planned this in August ’19, before it was cool. For those of you that don’t know, rumours swirling around the internet suggest that Disney are looking to remake their 1997 classic movie ‘Hercules’, following the slew of ‘Cinderella’, ‘Dumbo’, ‘Aladdin’… okay, imma stop right there, because Disney seem to be remaking everything. I’m actually excited for this one, though! ‘Hercules’ is the […]

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Tips to get the most out of ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’

April 19, 2020 No Comments

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‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ is here! (Okay, it has been for a while, but I’ve been on a slight hiatus, alright?). I am completely and utterly addicted to this simple little game. From filling up my museum to decorating my island, I can’t put it down. Here’s a few ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ tips and tricks I’ve picked up over my playtime to enjoy the game to its fullest. Take your time After playing ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ for over sixty hours (how on earth did the even happen?!) my #1 tip to […]

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‘The Starless Sea’ is a glittering take on self-indulgent fantasy (Book Review)

March 14, 2020 No Comments

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Eight years after Erin Morgenstern’s smash hit ‘The Night Circus’, we were finally blessed with the highly-anticipated ‘Starless Sea’. Filled with whimsical adventures, littered with nudge-nudge wink-winks to any hardcore fantasy lover and an unusual setting that makes my geeky little heart sing, the 162k word novel didn’t disappoint. ‘The Starless Sea’ is available to purchase from Amazon Prime. *There’s gonna be minor spoilers for ‘The Starless Sea’ ahead, so don’t say I didn’t warn ya!* ‘The Starless Sea’ is an unusual book, that’s for sure. Opening with a tale about a pirate […]

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Everything we know about the PS5

January 21, 2020 No Comments

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Next gen gaming is so close I can almost taste it. With both tech giants gearing up to release their latest gaming consoles, the internet is rife with rumours. With a supposed ‘leak’ hitting the web, we might have just got our first look at price, design and release date for the highly anticipated PS5. If the leaks are anything to go by, it won’t be long before we have our hands on the powerful beast. How much will the PS5 cost? If the leaks are to be believed, the price tag is $500, […]

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Books that would make amazing video games

January 19, 2020 2 Comments

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Ah, books and gaming – my two passions in life. Why hasn’t anyone thought of bringing the two together more often? I guess that turning the fantastical ideas trapped within the confines of the written word into a physical, interactive experience is no easy feat. Words into artwork. Dialogue into acted, actual lines. Imagination-based lore into a realm you can explore… It’s a hard line to walk, where many have tried and failed. But the successes are great. ‘The Witcher’ series, for example – going from book to game to TV show, a viral phenomenon […]

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Changes made in ‘Star Wars’: When were the episodes added?

January 11, 2020 No Comments

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‘Star Wars’ is an iconic part of any geek’s life. From the hum of the lightsaber to the sound of a blaster firing, each and every part of ‘Star Wars’ has impacted three generations of movie-goers – despite how you may feel about its latest release. If you’re anything like me, you love a little bit of trivia. Y’know, the little tidbits of information about our favourite films that trickle out after release, adding a little depth and humanity to the movies. ‘Star Wars’ is an interesting trivia hole to delve down, as George Lucas […]

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‘The Rise of Skywaker’ is full of flaws – but I don’t give a damn

January 3, 2020 No Comments

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There we have it! After nine core films, two spin-offs and over forty years in the making, ‘Star Wars’, as we know it, has come to an end. The internet as a whole has been widely divisive on this new trilogy, and not without merit. The trio – even including ‘The Force Awakens’ has been littered with issues, ranging from pacing to plot. But, honestly? I don’t give a damn. ***There’s gonna be some big ol’ spoilers ahead for ‘The Rise of Skywalker’ – so if you haven’t seen it yet, look away now*** […]

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‘Frozen 2’ is a glorious, magical adventure (Movie Review)

December 3, 2019 1 Comment

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Going into ‘Frozen 2’, I was a little skeptical. The original was decent (‘Tangled’ was better, fight me), and the characters of the first were truly magical. Obviously after its crazy success Disney were going to make a sequel. But was it going to be another heartless cash grab? *There’s going to be massive ‘Frozen 2’ spoilers ahead, so if you haven’t seen the movie yet – what are you doing?! Go to the cinema, watch the flick, and come back right here* In short, the movie isn’t a cash grab. Not at all. […]