28th Sep2021

‘Whistle: A New Gotham City Hero’ Graphic Novel Review

by Dean Fuller

Written by E. Lockhart | Art by Manuel Preitano | Published by DC Comics (YA) I’ve written in previous reviews just how much I like these Young Adult books. DC haven’t exactly covered themselves in glory in a lot of ways in recent times (closing down Vertigo for one) but this division has been one […]

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28th Sep2021

UK trailer and poster for revenge noir thriller ‘#LIKE’

by Phil Wheat

Central City Media have released a new poster and trailer for Sarah Pirozek’s auteur-driven, revenge noir thriller #LIKE, which will be available to rent and buy on all major digital platforms from 1st November. On the first anniversary of her younger sister’s death Woodstock teen, Rosie (Sarah Rich; Orange is the New Black, Law & […]

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28th Sep2021

WWE Raw – Sept 27th 2021: Results & Review

by Nathan Favel

Welcome to this week’s WWE Monday Night Raw review, right here on Nerdly. I’m Nathan Favel and we have a big World Title rematch between Big E and Bobby Lashley. Michael Jackson: I’m big! HEECHAMONA!!!!! Me: Don’t go there with me! MJ: I’m a bad mother-f–ker! SHUBADUBAHIYA!!!!!! Me: Uh uh! Don’t go there with me! […]

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28th Sep2021

Trailer & Poster for Tom Savini doc ‘Smoke and Mirrors’

by Phil Wheat

Special Makeup Effects legend, Actor, Director, Stuntman. Tom Savini has redefined the horror genre with his arsenal on talents. But who is the man behind the “King of Splatter?” From his his childhood in Pittsburgh, PA; to his tour of duty during Vietnam, to his beginnings with George A. Romero and beyond. Smoke and Mirrors […]

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28th Sep2021

Unboxing: 80s and Horror ‘Top Trumps’

by Phil Wheat

Check out our unboxing of two new Limited Edition Top Trumps sets from Winning Moves – Lets Go Back to the 80s set and the 30 Scary Flix set. LETS GO BACK TO THE 80s The 1980s had it all: video games, big hair, sci-fi movies and a slew of pop, rap and punk rock […]

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28th Sep2021

The Evolution of Slot Machines – inspired by the E-sports Industry

by James Smith

The gaming industry keeps growing, and there doesn’t seem to be a stop. The E-sport tournaments are attracting more players as well as dedicated fans. The same goes with the casino industry, where virtual slot machines have become the new trend. Why is that? The e-sports industry has played an important part. In most video […]

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28th Sep2021

Is Online Entertainment Taking the Place of a Classic Night Out?

by James Smith

The digital age has brought us relief in so many ways. Among many things, we have facilitated communication, conducting business, learning, and, of course, having fun. Online entertainment has soared in recent years, especially during the pandemic and its aftermath. The truth is, we have turned to our devices for providing us with entertaining content […]

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27th Sep2021

‘Dementer & Jug Face’ Blu-ray Review (Arrow Video)

by Phil Wheat

DEMENTER Stars: Katie Groshong, Brandy Edmiston, Larry Fessenden, Eller Hall, Scott Hodges, Stephanie Kinkle | Written and Directed by Chad Crawford Kinkle Cults are a classic horror film troupe for good reason… In Dementer our protagonist Katie (Katie Groshong) runs away from a cult and takes a job caring for people with special needs in a […]

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27th Sep2021

‘The Death of Doctor Strange #1’ Review

by Dean Fuller

Written by Jed Mackay | Art by Lee Garbett | Published by Marvel Comics Firstly, what a stunning cover. Reminds me of the Frank Brunner stuff from the 1970’s. If that’s what Kaare Andrews was shooting for, it’s a bullseye. If not, a damn good unintended tribute. So, it’s another Marvel event, albeit a mini-one […]

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27th Sep2021

‘Ru Paul’s Drag Race UK 3×01’ Review

by Rhys Payne

I think we can all agree that season two of Ru Paul’s Drag Race UK was one for the history books! It was crammed full of iconic moments such as the iconic H&M rant, the shocking mid season nine-month break, the infectious UK hun song just to name a few! This means that the queens […]

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27th Sep2021

‘AEW: Rampage’ Review (Sept 24th 2021)

by Nathan Favel

Welcome to this week’s AEW: Rampage review, right here on Nerdly. I’m Nathan Favel and we have a big show on here to cover. CM Punk comes back to national television to have his first match on TNT against Hobbs, who currently is fighting his own war against gingivitis. The Young Bucks: We’re the greatest! […]

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27th Sep2021

Friday Night Smackdown – Sept 24th 2021: Results & Review

by Nathan Favel

Welcome to this week’s WWE Friday Night SmackDown review, right here on Nerdly. I’m Nathan Favel and we have a prize fight and a big night for Montez Ford, who gets to fight Roman Reigns because he insulted the Anoi/Fatu family. Wouldn’t it be great if life worked like that? Somebody pisses you off and […]

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27th Sep2021

‘Impact Wrestling’ Review (Sept 23rd 2021)

by Nathan Favel

Welcome to this week’s Impact Wrestling review, right here on Nerdly. I’m Nathan Favel and we have some big news: Josh Alexander fights Christian Cage for the Impact World Title at Bound For Glory! Suck it! Ozzy Osbourne refuses to bite my head off and Killer Klowns From Outer Space cum whipped cream! Are you […]

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27th Sep2021

The Filmmakers Podcast #239: Film funding with NFTs, Blockchain & Crypto with Orlando Pedregosa

by Phil Wheat

Here’s the latest episode of the The Filmmakers Podcast, part of the ever-growing podcast roster here on Nerdly. If you haven’t heard the show yet, you can check out previous episodes on the official podcast site, whilst we’ll be featuring each and every new episode as it premieres. For those unfamiliar with the series, The […]

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27th Sep2021

Does Card Counting in Blackjack Really Work?

by James Smith

Blackjack is one of the most popular casino games in the world. One of the reasons that blackjack is so beloved among the gambling community is that it’s incredibly easy to learn. The rules of the game are fairly simple and there are so many betting dynamics that just add layers of fun and excitement […]

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25th Sep2021

These 5 Strange Superhero Movies You May Not Be Aware of

by James Smith

Superhero films have become mainstream of mainstream cinema, but their stand up to widespread success hasn’t always been smooth. Some of the superhero movies like Tim Burton’s Batman (1989), Superman: The Movie (1978), and The Incredible Hulk live-action series (1977-1982) proved superheroes had screen potential. Moreover, Live-action adaptations of comic book characters were popular Movie […]

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24th Sep2021

‘Sacrilege’ VOD Review

by Jim Morazzini

Stars: Emily Wyatt, Tamaryn Payne, Naomi Willow, David English, Ian Champion, Jon Glasgow, Emma Spurgin Hussey, Rory Wilton | Written and Directed by David Creed Sacrilege begins with a man running screaming from a darkened house. He fumbles with his car keys as his body begins to smoke and then burst into flames. He stumbles […]

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24th Sep2021

Dead Northern Film Festival: ‘Zomblogalypse’ Review

by Jim Morazzini

Stars: Miles Watts, Tony Hipwell, Hannah Bungard, Alan Melikdjanian, Joanne Mitchell, Andrew Dunn, Andrina Carroll, Lyndsey Craine, Victoria Delaney, Peet Torjussen, Gemma-Louise Keane, Jennifer Jordan | Written and Directed by Miles Watts, Tony Hipwell, Hannah Bungard Zomblogalypse began life as a series of fifteen-minute episodes that ran on YouTube from 2008 to 2011. The tale […]

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24th Sep2021

‘Creepshow 3×01’ Review (Shudder)

by Alain Elliott

After two brilliant movies (the second one is my personal favourite of the two and I’m ignoring number three), Creepshow has been reintroduced to the horror audience with a TV show on Shudder. After two seasons it’s been pretty great so far and this week sees the first episode of Season three released on the […]

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24th Sep2021

‘The 100 Candles Game’ DVD Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Magui Bravi, Luz Champané, Amparo Espinola, Clara Kovacic, Agustin Olcese, Amy Smart, James Wright | Written by Mauro Croche, Guillermo Lockhart | Directed by Victor Catala, Brian Deane, Oliver Lee Garland, Guillermo Lockhart, Tony Morales, Nicolás Onetti, Nicholas Peterson, Daniel Rübesam, Christopher West [NOTE: With the film out next week in the UK, here’s […]

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24th Sep2021

‘Takenoko’ Board Game Review

by Matthew Smail

Not that it matters really, but I have quite the love/hate relationship with panda bears. My kids love them, and of course I agree that they look cute and cuddly, with almost as many amusing YouTube videos featuring their antics as there are for cats and dogs. That said, their reluctance to mate or eat […]

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24th Sep2021

Feature: Wicked Kids on the Silver Screen

by Phil Wheat

“IN THEIR WORLD, ADULTS ARE NOT ALLOWED… TO LIVE.” So runs the chilling tagline for the 1984 cult classic horror Children of the Corn, based on the short story by horror maestro Stephen King. Set in an agricultural town in Nebraska, the film tells the story of 12-year-old Isaac, a real little charmer who indoctrinates […]

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