Casting Chaos, Werewolf Cinema, and Craving Late-Night Tacos
Late-night LinkedIn messages from a reality TV producer? What could go wrong, right? I found myself replying to one such message recently, which felt like the start of a cautionary tale. The producer's pitch? A parody show poking fun at internet celebs and creators—starring none other than himself. It was an oddball moment, even for me, and a reminder of how unpredictable the world of entertainment can be.
Ghostly Reality: Murder, Mayhem, and Parody
Speaking of unpredictability, let’s dive into ghost reality shows—a genre I both loathe and, oddly enough, pitch parodies about. In a shocking twist, a Ghost Adventures star nearly became a ghost himself after his wife allegedly hired a hitman. (Yes, really. Look it up.)
Meanwhile, Amazon is venturing into Norse drama with Bloodaxe, a show centered on Viking warrior Eric Bloodaxe. He was one of King Harold's 20 sons, ruled Northumbria, and met his end via betrayal and assassination. Vikings, Nazis, UFOs—combine these elements, and you’ve got a blockbuster in today’s pop culture.
Neuromancer: Cyberpunk’s Timely Comeback
The cult classic Neuromancer is finally being adapted into a series. The 80s cyberpunk novel by William Gibson follows a hacker teaming up with an AI to pull off a heist. With today’s obsession with AI and hackers, this could hit all the right notes. Whether it becomes a limited series or a multi-season saga, time will tell.
Werewolf Triple Feature: Full Moon Frenzy
It’s a full moon, so let’s howl at some werewolf trivia!
Did you know Paul Naschy, aka Jacinto Molina Alvarez, played the Wolfman over 10 times? This Spanish Wolfman tackled everything from witches to Yetis in his films. The Beast and the Magic Sword is a hidden gem where he travels to Japan to cure his lycanthropy.
The Howling series remains the gold standard for werewolf franchises, with eight films spanning decades. My favorites? The Howling II: Your Sister is a Werewolf, The Howling VI: The Freaks, and the original.
If you’re into practical effects, 2024’s Werewolves is a must-watch. Frank Grillo and Lou Diamond Phillips lead this dark, action-packed tale featuring seven practical werewolf designs. It’s a throwback to The Howling, with a modern twist involving a supermoon and a virus turning half the world into werewolves.
Gladiator 2: A Colossal Disappointment
Lastly, let’s touch on Gladiator 2. Despite its star-studded cast, including Pedro Pascal and Denzel Washington, the film fails spectacularly. From poorly executed CGI to unconvincing performances, it’s a letdown. But hey, if you’re curious, it’s streaming on Paramount Plus. Use my link—I could use the $9 commission for a taco run.
Final Thoughts
Entertainment is a mixed bag, from quirky LinkedIn pitches to ghostly murder plots and howling werewolf flicks. The unpredictability keeps things interesting—and sometimes downright hilarious.
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