The Prestige

In 1995, British author Christopher Priest published a novel titled, “The Prestige.” It follows the story of two rival magicians competing against each other to see who makes the best magic trick. After seeing Christopher “Chris” Nolan’s groundbreaking mystery thriller “Memento,” Priest offered him a copy of The Prestige. Now-defunct production company Newmarket Films bought […]

Tank Girl (1995) (MGM’s Flops Vol. 1 #7)

In 1988, Jamie Hewlett (co-creator of the Gorillaz) & Alan Martin published a comic book titled, “Tank Girl.” Set in a post-apocalyptic Australia with a punk rock mood, the series revolves around the titular character in her absurd wacky misadventures driving a tank wreaking havoc. Basically, a cross between “Mad Max” & “Heavy Metal.” Tank […]

Gamer’s Review: Assassin’s Creed: Odyssey

After “Assassin’s Creed Origins” came out in 2017, Ubisoft focused on their next installment of “The Layla Hassan Trilogy.” This time, modern-day assassin, Layla relives the memories as either Alexios or Kassandra who must fulfill his/her quest to hunt down a cult, learn about secret family roots and secure a powerful artifact to prevent it […]

Mac and Me (MGM’s Flops Vol. 1 #6)

In the late 80s, McDonald’s decided to venture into the film industry by producing their ever first motion picture. For no apparent reason, they came up with an idea to make a movie loosely inspired by Steven Spielberg’s beloved classic, “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.” A trailer showed Ronald McDonald talking to the audience he’s making his […]

Dredd (2012) (Lionsgate’s Flops Vol. 1 #5)

In 1977, a British sci-fi comic book series known as “2000 AD,” created a character as a mix between a judge and police officer named, “Judge Dredd.” Set in a post-apocalyptic world, the titular character is a street judge whose job is to protect the streets of Mega-City One from criminal scum. He serves as […]

Flashback Review: Turbo: A Power Ranger Movie (Fox’s Flops Vol. 1 #7)

In 1995, “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie” earned mixed to negative reviews and made enough cash at the box office. One Year Later, “Power Rangers Zeo” continues the Power Rangers series with a total of 50 episodes doing the same schtick as usual. Working together, fighting a monster, pilot a giant robot, learn a […]