Random Hearts 1999 Directed by Sydney Pollack Welcome back to Movie Monday, friends! We're continuing our journey through my personal hall of shame - the 100 worst movies I've ever seen. Remember, these rankings are entirely subjective, so your mileage may vary. Today's feature comes in at #71: the 1999 romantic drama Random Hearts, starring … Continue reading The Worst 71 – Random Hearts
High Noon and Dark Magic
The sun beat down mercilessly on Dead Man's Gulch as Thomas Cole stepped out onto the dusty street. His weathered boots left deep impressions in the parched earth, each step deliberate and heavy with the weight of years gone by. At forty-five, Cole had hoped his days of dueling were behind him, but fate had … Continue reading High Noon and Dark Magic
Question of the Week #426
This week's question comes from Gregory Stock's thought-provoking book, The Book of Questions. It's one that cuts to the heart of how we view love, commitment, and marriage: If you were relatively happily married, had no kids, and met someone you knew would always bring you passionate, intoxicating love, would you leave your spouse? What … Continue reading Question of the Week #426
The Sound of Solitude: How Music Shapes the Atmosphere of Metroid
When bounty hunter Samus Aran first stepped onto the alien world of Zebes in 1986, players encountered something different – not just in what they saw, but in what they heard. Or rather, what they didn't hear. In an era when video game music meant catchy melodies and upbeat tunes, Metroid's soundtrack dared to whisper, … Continue reading The Sound of Solitude: How Music Shapes the Atmosphere of Metroid
Identity Crisis – Murder Mystery & Moral Dilemmas in the DC Universe
In the summer of 2004, DC Comics released a series that would forever change how readers viewed their greatest heroes. Identity Crisis, written by Brad Meltzer with art by Rags Morales, began as a murder mystery but evolved into something far more profound: an examination of the moral compromises heroes make and the true cost … Continue reading Identity Crisis – Murder Mystery & Moral Dilemmas in the DC Universe
The Character Couch – Lorne
Welcome to another exciting edition of The Character Couch! This is that section of The Confusing Middle where we take a look at well-known movie and TV characters and examine them from a psychological point of view. What makes them tick? Today, we're diving into the psyche of everyone's favorite empathic demon: Krevlornswath of the … Continue reading The Character Couch – Lorne
Rewatching Smallville – Episode 36
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 36
The Worst 72 – Little Nicky
Little Nicky 2000 Directed by Steven Brill Welcome back to Movie Monday, where we continue our journey through my personal list of the worst movies I've ever seen. Today we're diving into number 72 on the list: Little Nicky, a 2000 dark fantasy comedy that proves even Satan himself can't save a bad script. Let's … Continue reading The Worst 72 – Little Nicky
Shadows of the Lotus
Neferet's fingers worked swiftly in the pre-dawn darkness, weaving lotus blossoms and jasmine into Princess Meritet's long black hair. The sweet scent of the flowers mingled with the burning incense that wafted through the palace chambers, marking the start of another day in the royal court of Egypt. "They're watching me again," Meritet murmured, her … Continue reading Shadows of the Lotus
Question of the Week #425
This week's question comes from Gregory Stock's The Book of Questions: What appeals to you most about aggressive, rigid enforcement of the law? What repels you? When I first encountered this question, I found myself reflecting on the complex relationship between law enforcement and the communities they serve. It's a topic that generates intense debate, … Continue reading Question of the Week #425
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