I was seven when my dad introduced me to the film aliens. I knew nothing about the movie or the story and I was completely unprepared for what I was going to see. Two action fulled, horror tinged hours later I emerged from what was the most mind blowing cinematic experience of my life. I … Continue reading Alien Romulus
BLOOD AND IRON "House of the Dragon," the highly anticipated prequel to HBO's "Game of Thrones," has successfully launched its first season. Created by George R. R. Martin and Ryan Condal, this American fantasy drama series dives into the complex history of House Targaryen, setting the stage for the infamous Targaryen civil war, the "Dance … Continue reading HOUSE OF THE DRAGON
APOCALPYTO NOW "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" (2024) stands as a formidable entry in the venerable franchise, directed by Wes Ball and penned by Josh Friedman. This film serves as a standalone sequel to "War for the Planet of the Apes" (2017) and is the fourth installment in the rebooted series, marking the … Continue reading KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES
THE BOOK OF THE NEW SUN The Shadow of the Torturer is a science fantasy novel by American writer Gene Wolfe, published by Simon & Schuster in May 1980. It is the first volume in The Book of the New Sun, a tetralogy which Wolfe had completed in draft before this novel was published. The … Continue reading SHADOW OF THE TORTURER
A Short Story By David McLean In those days, in those distant days, in those nights, in those remote nights, in those years, in those distant years; Inanna, an ethereal beauty, stood before the mirror, entranced by her own form. Her obsidian locks cascaded over her shoulders like a tempestuous sea, causing the very air … Continue reading AGE OF ANNUNAKI
Why everybody is wrong about Aquaman 2 One of the biggest surprises of 2018 was how much I enjoyed "Aquaman." With little to no prior knowledge of the character from DC Comics, I wasn't expecting much from James Wan, a director primarily known for his contributions to the horror genre. Yet, he delivered a fast-paced, … Continue reading Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom
The Unsung Masterpiece: The Children of Húrin J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings is arguably the most beloved and well-known fantasy series in the English language. Yet, it surprises me that The Children of Húrin doesn’t receive the same level of attention as The Hobbit or The Silmarillion, nor is it mentioned alongside other … Continue reading The Children of Húrin
Blade Runner and the Epic of Gilgamesh One of my earliest memories is watching "Blade Runner" for the first time. I had sneaked downstairs to watch it on TV while everyone else in the house was asleep. Captivated by the futuristic cityscapes, flying cars, and dark, foreboding atmosphere, I was spellbound by its timeless music … Continue reading MEMETO MORI : The Oldest Story Ever Told
Stranger Things Season 4, aptly marketed as Stranger Things 4, delivers an electrifying return to the haunting world of Hawkins. Released in two volumes on Netflix, the season spans nine episodes, with the first volume debuting on May 27, 2022, and the second on July 1, 2022. The Duffer Brothers, along with producers Shawn Levy, … Continue reading STRANGER THINGS SEASON :4
A short story by David McLean CHAPTER ONE The solitary starfighter darted across the inky expanse of the cosmos, hidden from the watchful eyes of her comrades. With a sleek, W-shaped form, she boasted stealth capabilities unmatched by any other craft. The stainless adamantium alloy of her surface gleamed like a mirror, reflecting the overwhelming … Continue reading VALKYRIES
Fantasy : Swords and Sorcery 