Category Archives: Random Stuff

The Muppet Movie Is an ‘Isn’t It Funny That’ Comedy

Posted on June 5, 2018 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

There are many kinds of comedies. Slapstick, romantic, dark, road trip, parody, satire. You might think that 1979’s The Muppet Movie is a road trip comedy because at first glance it seems to be all about Kermit the Frog traveling … Continue reading →

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The Most Important Question in Atlas Shrugged

Posted on May 22, 2018 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

“Who is John Galt?” is the first line uttered in Ayn Rand’s 1957 novel Atlas Shrugged. It sums up much of the book’s theme as it is a cry of despair in the face of some unknown force at work … Continue reading →

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What Is the Ideal Amount of Time Between Superhero Sequels?

Posted on April 24, 2018 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

It’s been three years since the last Avengers movie, so it’s about time we see another epic collection of superheroes taking on a larger-than-life villain powered by at least one Infinity Stone. That got me thinking: Is three years the … Continue reading →

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My Kids’ First Time Watching a Star Trek Film

Posted on April 17, 2018 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Last week, my oldest son (who is 8 years old) told me he was really interested in whales. He’s been learning about them in school, and once something piques his interest there is no stopping him in his quest for … Continue reading →

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Fantastic Four Is the Crucible of the MCU

Posted on February 13, 2018 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

The Fantastic Four movies are the crucible of the MCU because they have a way of burning just about everyone except the one man who can light himself on fire. Continue reading →

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Timeless Childhood Lessons from the ’90s

Posted on January 23, 2018 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

What I particularly enjoyed from the ’90s was the subtle way that TV stations snuck important life lessons into fun presentations. And there is no better example of this than the “Totally Kids Detective Agency” on Fox. Continue reading →

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My First Time Growing Facial Hair

Posted on January 16, 2018 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

It’s amazing what a little facial hair can do to a man… Continue reading →

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Why I Don’t Use Profanity

Posted on January 9, 2018 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Whether you have followed this website for years or you have simply read through a few of my articles, you may have noticed something odd. Continue reading →

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What We Want from Star Wars, and Why We’ll Never Get It

Posted on January 2, 2018 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

People are seeking something from Star Wars. Like Luke Skywalker staring at the two suns on the horizon of Tatooine, we yearn for some vague notion of adventure, but we can’t find the words to describe it. I’m going to give you those words. Continue reading →

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A Philosopher’s Review of Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Posted on December 19, 2017 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Prepare yourself for the most politically incorrect take you will ever see on Star Wars: The Last Jedi. It will give you a whole new perspective on the film. Continue reading →

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