Biggs' Zone

A Gamer Geek's Cogitations, Conjectures and other Cortical Experiences

Skeleton Crew Trailer

Little was known about this project, and still not much has been revealed. We know Jude Law is a key character and we know it centered around kids. At D23, Lucasfilm finally released the trailer and here it is.

I’m definitely getting Goonies vibes from this trailer, which I’m here for. As a Gex Xer, Goonies is a staple childhood film. This also feels tailored for a much younger audience, which I think is great. Most of the live-action series have a lot of adult themes so it’s good to have something for the kids.

I don’t know where in the timeline this series is happening. If I had to guess, given the way the kids talk about the Jedi and the flashes of broken-down Imperial druids, it’s probably post-Return of the Jedi.

I’m sure a tidal wave of new information will be coming about this film over the next several months.

Skeleton Crew premiers December 3rd on Disney+

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Action/Adventure Month (2024) – RAWR!

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I can’t believe it’s already August. The summer goes by so fast but movie selections for July were a “roaring” good time. I decided to start way back in 1993 with the first Jurassic Park movie. All the Jurassic Park and Jurassic World movies were the selections for July. I mean, who doesn’t like dinosaurs? Make sure you read until the very end because this time I have some final thoughts about this franchise.

There are also some bonus/special event movies this month so be sure to check out that section too.

The Acolyte Final Thoughts

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Now that I have had time to process (and re-watch), I will share some final thoughts on this season of The Acolyte. The series is not listed as “ended” so another season is still possible. I read somewhere that Leslye Headland already has ideas for a second season and she is “currently in discussions” with the powers that be.

Overall I think the show did not disappoint. It’s not the best series but I was still sufficiently entertained. The fact that I am unfamiliar with most of the High Republic era didn’t harm my viewing experience. I think I enjoyed it more despite that fact.

The Acolyte Episode 8

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Title: The Acolyte
Directed by: Hanelle M. Culpepper

This is the season finale. Initially, this episode didn’t have an official title. The Disney+ app had it as “Episode 8” however other sources are calling it “Doom”. Only IMDB was showing it as “The Acolyte”. I wonder why the title was so elusive for so long. Regardless, let’s get on with the discussion.

Again, this will contain major spoilers so proceed with caution (or go watch it first).

Movie Review: Fly Me to the Moon

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Directed by: Greg Berlanti
Starring: Scarlett Johansson, Channing Tatum, Woody Harrelson
My Rating:

It has been a while since I have seen a movie in the theater. The last one is probably Rise of Skywalker (because I must see all the Star Wars in the movie theater … at least once). However, my wife and I had a rare opportunity for a date night movie and we chose Fly Me to the Moon.

This movie is essentially a rom-com during the Apollo 11 launch. It borrows several elements from the infamous Stanley Kubrick faking the moon landing conspiracy. In fact, the basis for the film comes from a mockumentary made in 2002. As far as a rom-com goes, it’s not bad at all.

The chemistry between Channing Tatum and Scarlett Johansson is pretty good. I enjoyed the Saturn rocket launch sequences on the big screen. Channing Tatum’s timing for delivering a comic response was very well done and, of course, Scarlett Johansson is a joy to look at. They did play the song however it was not Frank who sang it. The person who does sing it is perfect, especially at the point in the movie in which it happens.

This is a movie I would consider seeing again.


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“The screen is a magic medium. It has such power that it can retain interest as it conveys emotions and moods that no other art form can hope to tackle.” 
– Stanley Kubrick

The Acolyte Episode 7

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Title: Choice
Directed by: Kogonada

This is the penultimate episode of the first season. We finally get the other flashback episode with the title I predicted we’d get, although this episode is more from the Jedi’s perspective instead of Mae’s.

This was a solid episode that explains most things we saw in the third episode. There are still a few things left unanswered and a couple of new questions. Overall a solid performance by everyone. Only one more left.

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