DISCUSSIONS FROM THE OTHERHOOD

We've heard people say that summer is too short, but to suffer through it with nothing decent to watch on TV or in the theater, summer can feel too doggone long!! So join us as we help you whiz through the dog days with our catch-up listings of some of the more enjoyable cinema and TV offerings that you might have missed throughout the year.

In the wake of Black Panther we are on the horizon of what we would expect to be exciting, positive and thought-provoking change in entertainment. See You Yesterday is one of the first Sci-Fi film offerings on the heels of Black Panther. Is this the change we were hoping for? Join me, Cranston, Otto and William to discuss whether we are getting what we wished for.

This season saw the reboot of the iconic Twilight Zone and the fifth season of the always experimenting Black Mirror. Which episodes of these shows really shined? Which ones were duds and are these shows satisfying the modern sci-fi, horror, spec fic palate?

Yes. There will be spoilers as we discuss the issues raised in Season 5 of Black Mirror. The three episodes this season, "Striking Vipers" "Smithereens" and "Rachel, Jack and Ashley Too" feature a variety of computer tech in varying degrees with the first episode "Striking Vipers" leaning heavily into issues of sex and intimacy. Did this season of Black Mirror excite or disappoint? You be the judg...

So we are done with Game of Thrones and it seems that everything is over but the shouting... and the ranting. Do creators “owe it” to the fans to “give them what they want” or to give their creations what they deserve? What makes a good end to a property? Which movie, television, book/comics series (or character stories) do you feel had satisfactory endings and which were total fails?

Louis Armstrong once said, “If you have to ask what jazz is, you'll never know.” we all love science fiction, horror, fantasy, but what are they? Is a paranormal romance horror/fantasy or romance? Is it science fiction just because it takes place on a spaceship? Are you a "traditionalist" or a more "generalist?" Who/what works make the grade for you and which ones don't? Join us for a lively discu...

Which creator, past or present, in whatever medium, who you have discovered and feel deserves a wider audience? Join us tonight and share these hidden treasures.

From Westeros to Narnia, from Middle Earth to the Matrix, writers have worked diligently to create fantastic places to challenge our imaginations and engage our sense of wonder. But which of these imaginary worlds are “real places” and which are just for show? Join the discussion on which world pass the test and which, even the ones we like, may not hold up? (Are the vampires of True Blood eligibl...

This Saturday is the fourth of May, aside from being the day before Cinco de Mayo, it’s “Star Wars Day,” as in, “May the Fourth Be with You.” (Yeah, right?) As this winter’s Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is being advertised as “the last chapter” in the SW Saga, we will be discussing: —the impact of Star Wars on movies, the genre, and us —whether SW is worth the hype, —whether some SW fans take...

So, you've seen Endgame or are considering making that commitment but aren't so "all-in" that you want to sit through the 21 Marvel Universe predecessor films. Tonight (after having seen Endgame) we will provide you with a non-spoilery account of the films we think you'll need to preview for MCU Endgame readiness! Join us through the online app to avoid the $ .01 per minute cell service provider c...

Season Two of American Gods is in full swing and despite the fits and starts reported during the off-season, it has not disappointed! Rodney Barnes scripted the teleplay of Season 2, Episode 5 and it was masterful. Tonight we talk diversity, inclusiveness and how they play out in American Gods.

From man made monsters to supernatural beings to alien infestations and dopplegangers, what do we think of the current trends in horror? How do they speak to or ignore issues of diversity/and or inclusion?

Jordan Peele has been on our radar since the comedy duo Key & Peele appeared on Comedy Central in 2012, His groundbreaking Get Out shook the very foundations of the Hollywood Industrial Complex. Now it's April 6th and we've seen Jordan Peele's Us and at least 2 episodes of the Twilight Zone. Have you seen them? Tell us what you thought and we'll share our take-away.

Monday is D-day... that's right... Monday kicks off Jordan Peele's long-awaited Twilight Zone! In anticipation let's discuss your and our top Twilight Zone picks from the past and what we expect from Jordan Peele's upcoming series.

Vulture has rated the Star Trek Captains from 11 up to number one. A few of these are shockers and others just head-scratchers. Is Vulture right or horribly wrong? https://www.vulture.com/article/best-star-trek-captains-ranked.html#_ga=2.107669186.1723865962.1552519812-1933542245.1552519812

Esquire.com has ranked the Marvel Universe films in order of preference from 21-1. Take a look at the list. We already don't agree!! What say you?! Join us tonight and defend or detract. https://www.esquire.com/entertainment/movies/g13441903/all-marvel-cinematic-universe-movies-ranked/?source=nl&utm_source=nl_esq&utm_medium=email&date=030919&src=nl&utm_campaign=16227407

How can you tell if a character is Black on an animated series; of course by the stereotypical voice inflections. Descriptions like Sassy or Thuggish or Ghetto meant to describe the manner that industry types ascribe to the voices of Black people find their way into television and film at an alarmingly consistent rate. In these instances, how do we as Black people take control of our branding? Als...

Black Panther notwithstanding with its critical acclaim and box office boffo we have to ask whether we've reached critical mass with regard to super hero genre films. Have we maxed out on powers and possibilities? Have we mined all we can from the gold and silver age? Is there a new type of super hero genre on the horizon?

Happy Valentines Day! We take this opportunity to discuss the Horror, Sci-Fi and Fantasy projects we love along with our guest Balogun Ojetade author of AfroRetroist and AfroFuturist fictions.

During the January 25th iteration of Real Time with Bill Maher, the host went on a tirade berating adults who read comicbooks basically calling into question the value of social and political issues that they find within the pages of comic books and graphic novels. What are your thoughts? Is there any weight to the host's argument that comicbooks are just for kids? https://youtu.be/UgInmHHO0m4

There is a lot of content out there and we know you don't have the time or inclination to wade through all of it. So, just for you for the year 2018 we have shucked a year's worth of media oysters to present you with these lovely TV and cinematic pearls. Join us to find out what you might have missed during 2018 and the most accessible outlets to find it in 2019.

Eighteen years in the making is this final installment of M. Night Shyamalan's cult classic Unbreakable. Without being too spoilery, we'll take you through the original film, Split and how they culminate in Shyamalan's most recent offering. Join us as we discuss the comic book, mythology and storytelling elements of this influential genre-bending trilogy.

The Golden Globes have come and gone with no kudos to the 1.3 Billion dollar Worldwide sensation "Black Panther." “Black Panther” was additionally snubbed by BAFTA "The British Academy of Film and Televisions Arts, and Ryan Coogler received no nomination for his stellar work from the Director's Guild of America. Although the cast was nominated by SAG for a "Best Cast" award, with the Oscar nominat...

Westworld, Travelers, Birdbox, Black Mirror: Bandersnatch loved or loathed are these device-driven plotlines and formats the future of sci-fi/horror? Join us to see why or why not?

Yahoo Entertainment posted its Twenty-five best films of 2018. Have you seen any of these and do you agree with their assessment? Take a look at the list then join us and let's see how far off or spot on you think they are! https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/25-best-movies-2018-205631864.html