Tim Burton’s ‘A Nightmare Before Christmas’ is one of the most beloved holiday movies of all time. It has interesting characters, excellent stop-motion techniques, a dynamite soundtrack, and a plot that keeps you on the edge of your seat. An ongoing debate among fans is whether it is a Christmas or Halloween film. I attempt…
Miriam Kruishoop drops by StudioJake to discuss her name short film ‘Estilo Americano.’
‘Star Trek Lower Decks’ is an animated series billed to be a self-parody and comedy of the beloved Star Trek franchise. Instead, it made the whole concept of the science fiction series the subject of mockery, putting a bad taste in everyone’s mouth. In part 2 of my epic rant, I discuss why the series…
In a galaxy far, far away, before the sequel series, there was the comic books. Well, with one exception. Dark Horse Comics brought us into a future that might have been in the stories after the original Star Wars trilogy or how it could have turned out differently. In any case, I wanted to share…
‘In Other Words’ director Patrick Perez Vidauri joins StudioJake to talk about directing indie films and the process of making a comedy. He shares his insights for rookie filmmakers and what he’s working on now. Plus, he tells a funny story about actor Will Ferrell. Check out the interview below: According to his IMDb profile:…
‘1BR’ star Celeste Sully joins me to talk about the indie horror film as well as being creative in cinema and what kind of superhero she would play. Check out the interview below: According to her IMDb profile, Celeste Sully is quoted as saying, “Bring all of you to the canvas, without fear nor shame,…
Fans, audiences, Trekkers, and Trekkies have been demanding Star Trek content. So Alex Kurtzman brings us a steaming pile of mess that is ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks.’ Check out the episode below: I have never been shy about my thoughts on the Star Trek animated series. Here is a series of tweets with my running…
Today, I am joined by my super cute wife to review “Dragonball: Evolution.” The movie is bad, like seriously bad. However, we watched the adaption of the hit anime Dragon Ball Z so you don’t have to. Hilarity ensues. Check out the webisode below: From the film’s synopsis: Based on one of the most popular…
Matt Reeves unleashes a new trailer for his upcoming film ‘The Batman’ starring Robert Pattinson. This is a movie I went back and forth on, but after seeing the trailer… I think it could be good. Check out the episode below: Recently, actor Robert Pattinson revealed that he tried to sneak out of filming Christopher…
Disney has a diverse array of properties that come up in casual conversation. However, you typically think about three things when you hear the word “Disney.” Mickey Mouse, bad mostly Star Wars films, and princesses. Sure, that last group is a great batch of films for parents and their daughters. What about sons who like…
Interested in anime, but don’t know where to begin? Here is a list of interesting, thrilling, sometimes dark, sometimes dramatic series with English dubs to get you started. It is easy to get lost, so hopefully, this will provide an easy to follow guide. Check out the episode below: Did you know that Megaman has…
There are superheroes for everyone, so why not “girly girls?” You know, those girls who like sparkles, shiny objects, sweets, and everything in-between. From Shadowcat to Batgirl to Princess Sally to Kamen America to Sailor Moon, there’s plenty of room for everyone. Special thanks to my wife for her help with all of the research.…
‘Avatar: The Last Airbender‘ showed Aang and his friends go on amazing adventures. They learned new things, encountered dangerous enemies, and met some new friends. It captured our hearts and minds, defining a whole generation. Nickelodeon brought us some pretty cool heroes and villains in this series. Check out the episode of Comics, Cartoons, and…
I have made no secret about my distaste for the pile of steaming mediocrity that became of the Disney Star Wars trilogy under the director of LucasFilm President Kathleen Kennedy, along with movie director JJ Abrams and that other guy Rian Johnson. Now, there have been a few updates regarding this discussion. Now, according to…
Batman is my all-time favorite comic book character. For the launch of my new project, I decided to break down my Top 10 Favorite Batman Comics. From Frank Miller, Scott Snyder, Chuck Dixon, Jeph Loeb, and more, there are amazing tales from Gotham City and beyond. Please note, these are my personal favorites. Check out…
I was honored and quite frankly surprised that Tyler Hummel had me on the pilot of his new podcast AntiSocial Entertainment. We had a fantastic conversation about one of my favorite franchises: Star Wars. We talk about movies, television, and the upcoming High Republic book series. Check out the episode below: From the episode description:…
I have made no secret about my distaste for the pile of steaming mediocrity that became of the Disney Star Wars trilogy under the director of LucasFilm President Kathleen Kennedy, along with movie director JJ Abrams and that other guy Rian Johnson. One of the concepts I have discussed with guests on my podcast StudioJake…
The finale of ‘Doomsday Clock‘ has FINALLY arrived with issue 12 and it is barely crossing the finish line. When Superman confronts Dr. Manhattan about his actions, will they be able to redo the DC Universe or will it all vanish? I also answer the ultimate question, was the Justice League versus Watchmen worth it?…
On StudioJake, I discuss the new Disney Plus show ‘The Mandalorian,’ based within the Star Wars franchise. As The Rise Of Skywalker approaches, the anticipation for the film is dropping, not gaining. This is the first time a Star Wars movie has not gained momentum as it approached its theatrical release. With this in mind,…
My friend and fellow author C.S. Johnson joins StudioJake to talk about scary movies that the whole family can enjoy. You can find something that parents and kids can get goosebumps over, but also does not have some of the more gratuitous gore you might find in a normal film. This is a hot topic…
‘You Got It’ host WarriorWoman91 is back! After doing a fantastic job sub-hosting while I was at Comic-Con. Now, she is back talking about Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker. First up, we have to talk about how off the rails Agents of SHIELD went this last season. Next, did the new Star Wars trailer…
WarriorWoman91 guest hosts StudioJake while I am at LA Comic-Con. She talks about a wide range of your favorite film franchises and gives updates on their latest developments. From the Marvel Cinematic Universe to Star Wars to the DCEU and even The Hunger Games, no turn is left unturned. Check out the episode below: After…
For those living under a rock since August, Sony made the worst decision EVER to pull Peter Parker out. Fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe got some good news when it was announced that Disney and Sony Pictures had reached a deal that would allow Spider-Man to have one more solo and one more guest…
After Chrismas and the Fourth of July, there is only one more important holiday: Batman Day. I am joking, of course, but it is a fun day to head to your local comic book store and buy up some graphic novels, products, toys, or collectibles to celebrate the most well-known comic book character in the…
Sony Pictures, after gaining a billion dollars from Spider-Man: Far From One, decided to snub Disney’s negotiating for a higher cut of a character that only belongs to them because they keep putting out sub-par films (okay, I’ll give you Spider-Man 2 & Spider-Man: Into The SpiderVerse.) Now, outraging fans, Sony says that Kevin Feige…
