Nerds Against Normality

We review Wake Up Dead Man, Netflix’s latest entry in the Knives Out franchise, breaking down the mystery, performances, twists, and whether Benoit Blanc still has the magic. We dig into the locked-room church murder, debate the runtime, unpack the cast, and argue over how this stacks up against Knives Out and Glass Onion. Is this a worthy sequel — or the first real misstep for the franchise? Befo...

We review The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn, Steven Spielberg’s motion-capture adventure, and ask whether this underrated blockbuster deserves far more love than it ever got. We break down the film’s action set-pieces, its strange relationship with Belgium, the questionable accents, and why Tintin himself might be the most suspiciously perfect protagonist ever created. Ben enters...

🎙️ Nerds Against Normality – End of Year Review One last look back before we pretend we’re organised next year. We’re closing out the year the only way we know how: arguing, reflecting, misremembering films, and bullying Ben. In this special end-of-year review episode, the Nerds take a chaotic walk down memory lane, revisiting the films, games, and moments that defined our year on the podcast — fr...

We review Bad Santa, the infamous anti-Christmas comedy, and ask whether it’s actually funny in 2025 — or just shock humour that’s aged like milk. We dig into Billy Bob Thornton’s nihilistic Santa, the film’s failed redemption arc, how the jokes land (or don’t), and whether Bad Santa deserves a spot in your yearly Christmas movie rotation… or a permanent ban. Before the review, things go fully fes...

We review Champagne Problems, Netflix’s glossy festive rom-com, and ask the big Christmas question: is this the ultimate comfort film — or just a Hallmark movie with better lighting and worse decisions? Join Harry, Stacey, and Ben as we wade through Christmas in France, bookshop meet-cutes, vineyard drama, and enough rom-com clichés to fill an entire château. Along the way, things derail fast. We...

🎮 BONUS EPISODE: Stacey vs Ben – Game Awards 2025 Predictions 🎮   It’s bonus episode time on Nerds Against Normality, and we’ve turned the 2025 Game Awards into a full-blown rivalry.   Stacey and Ben locked in their Game Awards predictions weeks in advance — no changes, no do-overs… and probably no AI assistance (although that remains up for debate 🤖). With the winners now revealed, it’s time t...

We review Clueless, the endlessly quotable 90s teen classic, exploring why it became a cult favourite — and the surprisingly dark subtext people still argue about today. We unpack whether Clueless really is a modern adaptation of Emma, debate whether Cher Horowitz is a misunderstood hero or low-key high-school villain, and look at why the film’s fashion, quotes, and cultural impact refuse to die....

In this week’s episode of Nerds Against Normality, we sit down with Marlene Sharp — former Sega of America producer of Sonic Boom Season 2, and a key contributor to the beloved Sonic Mania.   Marlene takes us through her incredible career journey across animation, gaming, and entertainment, while sharing her deep love for Barbie, storytelling, and fandom culture. We also explore her meaningful wor...

We review Frankenstein, Guillermo del Toro’s long-awaited adaptation, exploring its gothic atmosphere, emotional weight, and why this might be the most personal monster story he’s ever told. With a stacked cast including Oscar Isaac, Mia Goth, Christoph Waltz and David Bradley, we break down the performances, del Toro’s obsession with tragic monsters, and how this version compares to earlier Frank...

This week on Nerds Against Normality, we’re doing something completely different! Stacey takes the host’s chair and puts Harry and Ben through a chaotic head-to-head quiz featuring playground insults, finish-the-quote challenges, wild impressions, and plenty more unexpected rounds.   Play along at home, shout out the answers, and see if you can beat the lads—because the loser faces a brutal forfei...

This week, the gang dives into Better Man, the wild and emotional Robbie Williams biopic directed by The Greatest Showman’s Michael Gracey. Starring Jonno Davies, Steve Pemberton and Alison Steadman, this Oscar-nominated film tells the story of fame, chaos and chimps (yes, really).   Before the review, Stacey chats about Benedict Cumberbatch’s The Roses, Ben covers horror hits Under the Shadow and...

This week, the Nerds are heading to the Valley of Peace to tackle one of DreamWorks’ most beloved animated adventures — Kung Fu Panda (2008)! Directed by Mark Osborne and John Stevenson, and featuring an all-star cast including Jack Black, Dustin Hoffman, Angelina Jolie, Seth Rogen, Lucy Liu, Ian McShane, and Jackie Chan, this martial-arts masterpiece blends stunning animation, heartfelt storytell...

It’s Halloween once again so Nerds Against Normality are diving into one of the eeriest British horrors ever made — The Woman in Black! 👻   Before tackling the ghostly gothic thrills of Eel Marsh House, the gang catch up on everything from pop culture to personal nightmares:   💅 Stacey shares her thoughts on Victoria Beckham’s new documentary and the chaos of celebrity life.   🦸‍♂️ Ben gives hi...

It’s spooky season, and the Nerds Against Normality crew are diving headfirst into another horror review — this time tackling The Boy (2016), starring The Walking Dead’s Lauren Cohan. Leaving Maggie behind, Cohan steps into a new kind of nightmare: a gothic mansion, a creepy porcelain doll named Brahms, and a plot that somehow manages to be both tense and totally vanilla.   Before diving into the...

🚨 New Episode of Nerds Against Normality Out Now! 🚨   First there was bickering, then there desperation, then there was sheer panic! This week, we’re mixing things up with our most chaotic episode yet — a Blind Game Franchise Ranking Challenge!   Stacey has secretly selected 30 legendary gaming franchises, and it’s up to Harry and Ben to rank them without knowing what’s coming next! Once a slot...

This week on Nerds Against Normality, we dive head-first into the roaring seas of Russell Crowe’s epic historical adventure – Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World.   Before we even set sail, we kick things off with our “One Thing” segment: 🎬 Stacey braves the elements at an open-air cinema screening of The Goonies, 🔥 Harry heads to the big screen for the brand-new Demon Slayer movie,...

Cowabunga, movie fans! 🐢🍕 In this week’s podcast episode, we’re doing a full review, breakdown, and deep-dive analysis of the original 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie – the cult classic that turned four wise-cracking heroes in a half-shell into pop culture icons.   We cover everything: ✅ The dark, gritty comic-book influences that shaped the film’s tone. ✅ Behind-the-scenes trivia abou...

This week on Nerds Against Normality, we dive headfirst into one of the most talked-about releases of the year – Expedition 33. Is it a masterpiece of moody, painterly fantasy adventure, or just another overhyped RPG? We break it all down with our usual mix of humour, hot takes, and gaming nerdery.   And we’re not alone this time – we’re joined by special guest Nathan Broomfield, who brings his ow...

🎙️ New Episode Out Now! This week on Nerds Against Normality we’re joined by our good friend Bradley Sinfield for a special guest episode packed with banter, nerdy debates, and some very questionable hot takes.   From the wild west of Red Dead Redemption 2, to the swampy chaos of Shrek, all the way to the fancy halls of Downton Abbey (yes, really!) — Bradley shares his favourite video games, movie...

The Nerds Against Normality podcast is back with another hilarious film review, this time diving into A Knight’s Tale (2001), the cult-classic medieval adventure starring Heath Ledger, Paul Bettany, and Rufus Sewell. ⚔️   In this episode, we bring our trademark light-hearted banter, comedy, and nerdy deep dives as we unpack why A Knight’s Tale has become a fan-favourite over the years. From the un...

This week on Nerds Against Normality, we dive into the brand-new Netflix hit K-Pop Demon Hunters, the animated action-comedy that’s been turning heads across the streaming charts and generating serious buzz worldwide. Suggested by our previous guest Sean Antony (host of Shut Up and Answer the Question), this episode is packed with laughs, hot takes, and plenty of deep dives into the film’s blend o...

🎙️ Nerds Against Normality – Special Guest Episode! 🎙️   This week on Nerds Against Normality, Harry and Stacey are joined by the brilliant Sean Antony from the Shut Up and Answer the Question podcast for a very special episode. We dive into a fun and passionate discussion about Sean’s all-time favourite movies and TV shows, sharing laughs, hot takes, and a few unexpected picks along the way.   Se...

This week on Nerds Against Normality, we’re heading into the future with Pixar’s beloved sci-fi masterpiece WALL·E 🤖✨.   Join us as we break down one of the most iconic animated films of all time — from WALL·E’s adorable quirks and his timeless love story with EVE, to the film’s powerful environmental message, dystopian themes, and stunning animation that still hold up today.   We’ll dive into t...

🎙 Bonus Episode – Bens Time-Travel Quiz! 🎙   This week on Nerds Against Normality, we’re dropping a special bonus episode hosted by the one and only Ben Sheridan! Get ready for a time-twisting pop culture quiz that’ll put your memory to the ultimate test.   Here’s the game: Ben gives us three clues – a legendary album release, a classic video game launch, and an iconic movie premiere – all from th...

🎮 Step into the Oasis with Nerds Against Normality! 🎬   This week, we’re diving headfirst into Steven Spielberg’s pop-culture juggernaut, Ready Player One — a cinematic Easter egg hunt packed with video game icons, movie legends, and enough ‘80s nostalgia to overload your flux capacitor. But is this virtual thrill ride a masterpiece of fan service or just an overstuffed CGI arcade machine?   Joi...