Adalynn Williams had built her career on disappointment. Not her own—other people's. For seven years, she'd traveled from haunted house to haunted house, séance to séance, armed with thermal cameras, EMF detectors, and a healthy dose of skepticism that had never once failed her. Her column, "Rational Explanations," had debunked everything from the Amityville Horror … Continue reading The Millbrook Recordings
The Last Word by Taylor Adams: A Review
Rating: 4/5 Stars There's nothing quite like discovering a book that turns your planned "early bedtime" into an involuntary all-nighter. The Last Word by Taylor Adams is one of those literary criminals—the kind that hijacks your evening plans and leaves you bleary-eyed but satisfied at 1 AM, wondering where the last four and a half … Continue reading The Last Word by Taylor Adams: A Review
Question of the Week #451
This week's question comes from Gregory Stock's The Book of Questions: Would you rather spend a month on vacation with your parents or put in 4 weeks of uncompensated overtime at work? I'm going to be upfront with you—my initial reaction to this question was a slightly horrified laugh. A month? With my parents? Don't … Continue reading Question of the Week #451
Fedoras and Fascists: Analyzing Indy’s Enemies
In the pantheon of adventure cinema, few heroes are defined as much by their adversaries as Indiana Jones. From the dusty tombs of Egypt to the jungles of Peru, Indy has faced a memorable collection of villains who have become as iconic as the fedora-wearing archaeologist himself. What makes these antagonists so enduring isn't just … Continue reading Fedoras and Fascists: Analyzing Indy’s Enemies
The Evolution of Robot Characters in Film: From Threatening to Sympathetic
From HAL 9000's chilling monotone "I'm sorry, Dave, I'm afraid I can't do that" to WALL-E's endearing mechanical chirps as he tenderly holds EVE's hand, robot characters in cinema have undergone one of the most dramatic transformations in film history. What began as Cold War nightmares of mechanical overlords has evolved into a rich tapestry … Continue reading The Evolution of Robot Characters in Film: From Threatening to Sympathetic
The Evolution of Mario’s Supporting Cast
From simple palette swaps to beloved protagonists with their own games—how Nintendo transformed Mario's companions into gaming icons When Super Mario Bros. debuted in 1985, the Mushroom Kingdom felt surprisingly empty. Mario had his quest, Bowser had his castle, and Princess Peach had her... well, her castle to be kidnapped from. But over the last … Continue reading The Evolution of Mario’s Supporting Cast
Rewatching Smallville – Episode 61
Welcome back to Rewatching Smallville, my weekly dive into the iconic series that explores Clark Kent’s journey before becoming Superman. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the show, you’re invited to join in each Tuesday as I revisit episodes and share my thoughts and observations. Be sure to share your own memories and … Continue reading Rewatching Smallville – Episode 61
The Worst 53 – So I Married an Axe Murderer
So I Married an Axe Murderer 1993 Directed by Thomas Schlamme Welcome back to Movie Monday, where we continue our journey through my personal list of the 100 worst movies I've ever seen. Today we're landing at number 53 with Mike Myers' 1993 romantic black comedy So I Married an Axe Murderer. As always, this … Continue reading The Worst 53 – So I Married an Axe Murderer
Blood on My Hands
The metallic taste in my mouth is what wakes me first. Then the smell—copper and earth, like old pennies buried in dirt. My eyes flutter open to a ceiling I don't recognize, wooden beams crossed against white plaster that's yellowed with age. The floorboards beneath me are cold, unforgiving against my cheek. I try to … Continue reading Blood on My Hands
Question of the Week #450
This week's question comes from Gregory Stock's "The Book of Questions": When was the last time you stole something? Why haven't you stolen anything since? Is there anything you'd steal if you were certain you wouldn't get caught? I'll be honest with you—this question made me squirm a little when I first read it. There's … Continue reading Question of the Week #450
The Confusing Middle 