This Twilight Zone Movie; a four-part anthology; is as bad as the overrated TV show. There were interesting episodes; It’s A Good Life was one; but the version presented here, albeit a bigger budget and scarier monsters, is significantly inferior. The same can be said for Nightmare At 20000 Feet. The worst; Steven Spielberg’s Kick The Can; is from an episode that wasn’t any good in the first place.
my rating : 2 of 5
1983
This Pot Pie is described on the box as a “Blend of hearty vegetables in gravy and cheddar cheese” and it is hearty indeed. The quality is noticeably superior to Banquet and the like, though this Garden version would probably taste even better with chicken or some other kind of meat.
my rating : 4 of 5
![Black Creek Cheddar Cheese [ With Gruyère Notes ]](https://marcellee.com/posts/140638.jpg)
This Cheese “combines the bold bite of classic Cheddar with the nutty, earthy warmth of Gruyère,” the promo reads, “delivering a flavor combo that’s rich, smooth, and made for melting.” That last bit rings false; it’s relatively hard to melt; but it’s a high-quality product for what it is; essentially a food enhancer.
my rating : 3 of 5
![3D Energy Drink : Orange Cream [ Sulek Edition ]](https://marcellee.com/posts/140626.jpg)
I don’t know what Orange Creamsicles have to do with fitness, but this 3D Energy Drink is officially endorsed by Sam Sulek. You can see an image of his massive physique embedded on the can. Whether you’re an aspiring bodybuilder or just trying to get a regular workout, the 200 milligrams of caffeine will get you well on your way.
my rating : 3 of 5
This is one of the best Great Value Ice Cream flavors. It’s hard to go wrong with Butter Pecan in any case, but this Walmart version is even better than expected. You get plenty of nuts for what it’s worth, but the best part is the sweet buttery ice cream itself.
my rating : 4 of 5
This is quite literally no contest, but MMA rules insist Conor McGregor limp away with another TKO loss. A self-inflicted knee injury does it at just over a minute into the first round, but perhaps the fans were spared. I rooted for him myself; I like Conor and never liked Max; but expected a beating. At least he leaves with his dignity intact.
He should definitely retire, but if he doesn’t, he should ditch the trilogy nonsense; Holloway does a cringy promotion for it in his post-fight interview; and go back to fighting Michael Chandler. It’ll be like his tune-up bout with Donald Cerrone; a chance to showcase himself against someone he actually has a good chance of defeating.
my rating : 2 of 5
2026
![audio review : Black Sky Over The Projects [ Apartment 2025 ] ( album ) ... Public Enemy](https://marcellee.com/posts/140458.webp)
It’s been a while since the last Public Enemy album, but “the break is over.” The best thing about this new one, the title of which is ruined by the unnecessary Apartment 2025 bit, is “these hardcore drums”, which set the music apart from the comparatively hollow production of most modern rap.
It seems Chuck D; a Sexegenarian with apparent vision/hearing loss; has grown accustomed to rapping off beat. Less forgivable are some of Flavor Flav’s hooks. Messy Hens and The Hits Just Keep On Comin are trash. C’mon Get Down, which could serve as a concert tour anthem, is a banger.
my rating : 3 of 5
2025
This is real Italian pizza. It’s “made in Menduno,” the box reads and “The crust, spread with a mascarpone garlic sauce, is baked in a lava stone wood-fired oven.” The ingredients list is impressively natural and you can taste the quality. Would it be Better with pepperoni instead of Prosciutto? Probably. Is it good as is? Certainly.
my rating : 4 of 5
I’d extend the title to Lincoln Duncan’s Song and let the final chorus play out longer before the fade. Besides that, this ode; about a vagabond who loses his virginity to a Christian girl; is just about perfect.
It’s not only Paul Simon’s best song but one of the best I’ve heard. The vocal melodies are masterful. The aforementioned chorus; an instrumental ensemble led by what sounds like a lone flute; is beautiful.
my rating : 5 of 5
1972
The one good thing about this Toothpaste, other than coming with a free toothbrush, is that it isn’t mint-flavored. It’s not promoted as having a “flavor” at all, though that word is listed on the ingredients list. To me it tastes like an old grocery store, which is where you’re most likely to find it.
my rating : 3 of 5
Confessions 2 is like 1 in that it’s another set of songs mixed for a night at the club. Stuart Price is still the DJ (producer) and his music still outshines the star singer. Madonna prances about; the mundane secrets she reveals have mostly to do with Love and the like; but you wish she’d just shut up and dance.
It’s when she stumbles upon a groovy hook to match the pulsating vibe of the beats, as in School; one of the best songs, though the title metaphor is out of place here; that this sequel starts to justify its existence. She should’ve limited the playlist to 12 songs with no features like the first one though.
my rating : 3 of 5
2026
These Pretzels are promoted as “sensationally seasoned” and they are indeed seasoned. They taste like they’re coated with cheese though there’s none on the ingredients list. Whether or not it’s sensational is up for debate. They’re nonetheless a decent alternative to the plain salted variety.
my rating : 3 of 5