Category Archives: Random Stuff

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 →

Posted in Random Stuff | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

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 →

Posted in Random Stuff | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

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 →

Posted in Random Stuff | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Random Stuff | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Random Stuff | Tagged , | 1 Comment

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 →

Posted in Random Stuff | Tagged , , , , , , | 6 Comments

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 →

Posted in Random Stuff | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 7 Comments

My Favorite Scene in Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan

Posted on November 28, 2017 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan is filled with memorable scenes. But what is the best one of the bunch? For me, it’s not the Kobayashi Maru test, nor is it Khan’s surprise attack, Kirk’s discovery of the wondrous … Continue reading →

Posted in Random Stuff | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 9 Comments

10 Important Life Lessons I Learned from My Mom and Dad

Posted on November 21, 2017 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Happy Thanksgiving. I would like to give thanks this year to my mom and dad for everything they taught me during my formative years. They are such amazing parents, and they gave me so much by teaching me to be … Continue reading →

Posted in Random Stuff | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

I’ve Missed Jeff Goldblum

Posted on November 15, 2017 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

I didn’t realize how much I missed Jeff Goldblum’s quirky mannerisms until I watched Thor: Ragnarok. He hasn’t been in many high-profile films in the last decade or two. I know he was in the Independence Day sequel, but I … Continue reading →

Posted in Random Stuff | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment