Our third and final installment in our Rick and Mortython was the episode “Something Ricked This Way Comes.” A play on Stephen King’s “Needful Things,” the episode humorously deflates King’s paranormal monkey’s paw story with a hilarious villain, great arcs for our main protagonists, and some of the funniest parts of the entire show. BeforeContinue reading “Rick and Mortython – “Something Ricked This Way Comes””
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Rick and Mortython – “Rixty Minutes”
The next episode on our Rick and Mortython was “Rixty Minutes.” One of two Interdimensional cable episodes, this installment is commonly regarded as one of the best in the show’s history. A large part of this is due to the heavy use of improv. Rick and Morty has always been improv-heavy, but this episode seesContinue reading “Rick and Mortython – “Rixty Minutes””
Rick and Mortython – “Lawnmower Dog”
As the school year ends and I forget to turn in my assignments, I felt an urge to have a marathon. A beautifully terrible marathon, for myself and two friends, to watch, analyze, and critique the only show for people of a high IQ: Rick and Morty. Here is how the first episode went. WeContinue reading “Rick and Mortython – “Lawnmower Dog””
HHN and the Coronavirus
As COVID-19 sweeps the nation, the masses are practicing social distancing in precaution to not spread the virus further, but will these self quarantines affect the upcoming Halloween Horror Nights event at Universal Studios Hollywood. The park closed in March, much to the dismay of fans who had wanted to experience the new Secret LifeContinue reading “HHN and the Coronavirus”
Watchmen: Snyder’s Best Film
In a continuation of talking about films on the blog, today I will be discussing why I believe the 2009 film Watchmen is director Zach Snyder’s best work. While most will give the honor to his interpretation of the Romero classic Dawn of the Dead, written by Guardians of the Galaxy’s James Gunn, I believeContinue reading “Watchmen: Snyder’s Best Film”
The Invisible Man is a Hidden Gem
As this blog is a space for me to talk about themed parks and entertainment, this next post is a bit out of character. I love film and so much other media, so I felt that I should host my opinions along with my more normal type of articles. With all that being said, IContinue reading “The Invisible Man is a Hidden Gem”
What Could Come with a Third Universal Monsters Maze at HHN?
As the new Invisible Man movie, produced by Blumhouse and directed by Leigh Whannell, debuts this month, there seems to be an assumption within the HHN community that Universal’s classic monsters will return for the new year’s event. Whether it’s the new film, Tristan Eaton’s amazing new mural of the Universal monsters on the backlot,Continue reading “What Could Come with a Third Universal Monsters Maze at HHN?”
My January/February Recap!
January has concluded, and February continues at full force, but I’ve still had time to make it out to a park or two. As we continue 2020, let’s take a look back on some of the trips relating to haunts and parks within the last two months. My first official theme park trip of 2020Continue reading “My January/February Recap!”
Horror Nights Prediction Commentary: Billie Eilish
It’s only February, and Jesus Christ, we have a lot to speculate about when it comes to Halloween Horror Nights. For those not in the “know,” Halloween Horror Nights is a seasonal, separately ticketed event at Universal theme parks. During this event, haunted houses (or mazes, here on the West Coast), street performers (in themedContinue reading “Horror Nights Prediction Commentary: Billie Eilish”
About Me
Welcome, my friends, to my new theme park blog! My name is Julian Dene, and I love to write about and experience immersive entertainment. While the majority of the content on this blog will be directly related to theme parks, posts on other entertainment, specifically haunts and conventions, will also occur, allowing for a streamContinue reading “About Me”
