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The Wisdom of Superman’s Father Jor-El

Posted on October 29, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

I talk a lot about Superman because he’s my favorite superhero. Some people laugh at a statement like that because they think it’s silly to idolize a fictional character as perfect as him. He seems too simple and boring. But … Continue reading →

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10 Actors Who Became More Powerful Than You Can Possibly Imagine After Being Struck Down

Posted on September 3, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

In Star Wars, Obi-Wan Kenobi told Darth Vader, “If you strike me down, I shall become more powerful than you can possibly imagine.” And he was right. Not just about the character becoming more powerful in a spiritual existence after … Continue reading →

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Serenity Answers the Question: What’s Worth Dying for?

Posted on August 27, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

“A world without sin.” That is how Captain Malcolm Reynolds in Serenity describes a planet called Miranda in which every inhabitant was given an airborne drug called the Pax to calm them down. The Alliance did that. It thinks of … Continue reading →

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Tron and the Difference Between Standing Out and Fitting in

Posted on August 13, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Tron isn’t really known for its philosophical discussions on the meaning of life, but more for its unique visual style and music. But you know me. I like to look at movies differently than the norm. So I’d like to … Continue reading →

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Unmasking Predator’s Chiasmus

Posted on August 6, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Predator is one of the most iconic action movies of all time, and it’s about to be the latest trophy in my collection of Cinematic Chiasmus. Chiasmus is a storytelling style in which the first half mirrors the second half. … Continue reading →

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I Love Everything About Krull

Posted on July 23, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Krull is the kind of movie that makes me smile every time I watch it. It doesn’t have a single cynical bone in its body. Instead, it’s full of joy, positivity, and good old-fashioned heroics. It’s the story of an … Continue reading →

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Revenge of the Sith Is a Chiasmus

Posted on June 11, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

When my friend Jordan asks me if I can take a look at a movie for him to see if it’s a chiasmus, I say yes. And when that movie is Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith, … Continue reading →

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10 Things Honest People Don’t Say

Posted on May 28, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Honest people have a funny way of talking. I’ll explain more about that after we address 10 things you basically never hear an honest person say. By the way, I’m not saying if you’ve said any of these things that … Continue reading →

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You Are Here for a Reason

Posted on May 14, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Superman: The Movie is one of my favorite films of all time for a reason. One of the best things about it is the surprising amount of depth to be found in its story. And I’d like to share something … Continue reading →

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6 Vehicles in Movies That Get Destroyed One Piece at a Time

Posted on April 23, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

There are plenty of car crashes in action movies. But sometimes, like enjoying a sumptuous meal, movies take their time to destroy a car (or other type of vehicle) one piece at a time until they’re basically unusable. Here are … Continue reading →

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