Nickalus Rupert
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About Nickalus Rupert
Nickalus Rupert is a Pushcart Prize-winning writer located near the Gulf Coast of Florida. In 2019, he completed a PhD at the University of Southern Mississippi. He is author of Bosses of Light and Sound, a forthcoming short story collection from Willow Springs Books.
Latest Articles
Top Gun 2: Why Tom Cruise Wasn't Allowed To Fly An F-18 Fighter Jet
Although he pilots several different aircraft in Top Gun: Maverick, Tom Cruise was denied clearance by the U.S. Navy to fly the F-18 jet.
A Clockwork Orange: What The Movie's Title Really Means
The title of Stanley Kubrick's A Clockwork Orange hints at the harmful effects of imposing rigid social conditioning on an individual's free will.
South Park Corrects Major Show Complaints In Vaccination Special
While past episodes have focused on Randy Marsh and his "Tegridy Farms," the new special focuses on Stan, Kyle, Eric, Kenny, and Mr. Garrison.
How Mortal Kombat 2021's Goro Fixes The Original Movie's Mistake
MK 2021 fixes the 1995 version of Goro with a full CGI makeover, allowing for a more fluid and formidable version of the classic character.
Why Coming 2 America Is Secretly Two Eddie Murphy Sequels At Once
Although Coming 2 America is obviously a sequel to the 1988 original, it also provides a subtle update to the Duke empire from Trading Places.
Mortal Kombat Reboot Retcons Jax's Arms Origin For The Third Time
In yet another Mortal Kombat retcon, the most recent trailer shows Jax's arms frozen and destroyed by Sub-Zero prior to the events of the film.
Ghostbusters' Muncher Reveal Hints Afterlife May Repeat The Reboot's Issues
Afterlife's new ghost appears to be a re-skin of Slimer, indicating that the new movie, much like 2016 reboot, may lean too heavily on nostalgia.
Coming 2 America's Trailer Makes An Original Movie Joke Better
By appearing not to have aged, the barbershop men in the trailer expand on the joke about Joe Louis's age from the original Coming to America movie.
Bill Murray vs. Richard Donner: Scrooged Movie Controversy Explained
Murray and Donner clashed over creative differences throughout the filming of Scrooged, largely down to the pair's vastly different movie methods.
Jurassic Park: How The Dinosaurs Were Created (Is It All CGI?)
Although its visuals still hold up surprisingly well, the 1993 film's dinosaurs are based largely on practical effects, with very little CGI.
Batman Returns Controversy Explained: Was Penguin Anti-Semitic?
Two Columbia University students allege that the Penguin and other elements in Batman Returns carry dangerous anti-Semitic undercurrents.
Deadpool 3 Is The Only Good Way Hugh Jackman's Wolverine Can Appear In MCU
In honor of Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds' staged internet feud, Deadpool 3 should revive Jackman's iconic Wolverine for one last MCU role.
Mandalorian Season 2 Shows Star Wars Has Finally Let The Ackbar Meme Die
The Mandalorian season 2, episode 3 contains several Admiral Ackbar-inspired Mon Calamari characters, but wisely lets the famous Ackbar meme die.
Why The Star Wars Holiday Special Isn’t On Disney+
Thanks to its controversial innuendo, misguided comedy, and scattershot narrative, The Star Wars Holiday Special may never appear on Disney +.
Deadpool 3: Thanos Is The Only Way To Beat Deadpool 2's Post-Credits Scene
Deadpool 3 could outdo Deadpool 2 with a well-executed post-credits scene in which Cable (Josh Brolin) kills Thanos (also Josh Brolin).
The Mandalorian Reveals How Star Wars Jetpacks Work
In the season 2 episode "The Passenger," The Mandalorian reveals that jetpacks in the Star Wars universe can be operated via remote control.
Why Sean Connery Hated The League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen
Sean Connery hated his experience with The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen due to production delays and creative differences with the director.
Every Major Role Sean Connery Turned Down
Sean Connery turned down several major roles, including Gandalf in Lord of the Rings, John Hammond in Jurassic Park, and Morpheus in The Matrix.
What Sci-Fi Movies Always Get Wrong About Space
Despite a wealth of available research, beloved sci-fi hits like Gravity, Interstellar, and Star Wars misrepresent basic truths about space.
Cobra Kai: Every Character Daniel LaRusso Has Wronged (& How)
Consumed by his ongoing grudge with Johnny Lawrence, Daniel LaRusso neglects and manipulates friends, family, and local business owners.