Nerds Against Normality

Beetlejuice (1988) Review – This week on Nerds Against Normality, we're reviewing Tim Burton's supernatural comedy classic Beetlejuice. Starring Michael Keaton, Alec Baldwin, Geena Davis, Winona Ryder and Catherine O'Hara, does this gothic favourite still hold up nearly 40 years later?

We discuss Michael Keaton's unforgettable performance, Tim Burton's signature style, the film's incredible practical effects, our favourite s...

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World review! This week on Nerds Against Normality, we're reviewing Edgar Wright's 2010 cult classic, based on Bryan Lee O'Malley's beloved graphic novels.

Starring Michael Cera, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Kieran Culkin, Chris Evans, Anna Kendrick, Aubrey Plaza, Brie Larson, Brandon Routh and Jason Schwartzman, we discuss the film's unique visual style, unforgettable soundtrack, video game influences, standout ...

Wuthering Heights review! In this week's episode of Nerds Against Normality, we're reviewing one of the most famous and controversial romantic dramas ever made. Based on Emily Brontë's legendary novel, we return to the windswept Yorkshire moors to see whether Wuthering Heights still deserves its status as a timeless classic.

We dive into the tragic story of Heathcliff and Catherine, exploring the unforgettable performances, gothic...

This week on Nerds Against Normality, we're reviewing Spider-Man Noir, the gritty live-action Marvel series from Amazon Prime Video starring Nicolas Cage as Ben Reilly.

We break down the story, performances, action, cinematography, soundtrack and world-building, discussing whether this darker take on Spider-Man lives up to the hype and where it ranks among the best Marvel TV series.

As always, expect plenty of laughs, terrible ta...

This week we're reviewing Cloverfield (2008), the found-footage monster film directed by Matt Reeves, written by Drew Goddard, and produced by J.J. Abrams. We discuss whether this modern creature feature still deserves its cult-classic status, how the found-footage style holds up today, and whether the mystery surrounding the monster makes it even better.

We also dive into the film's legacy, share our favourite moments, and, as al...

Think you know your movies, video games, and books? Time to put that confidence to the test.

This week on Nerds Against Normality, Ben takes over as quizmaster, challenging Harry and Vic with one simple premise: he reads the very first line from a famous movie, video game, or book, and they have to guess where it's from.

Some are absolute giveaways. Others are far trickier than you'd expect. Play along and see if you can beat us ...

This week on Nerds Against Normality, we're reviewing Netflix's new comedy film Ladies First (2026), directed by Thea Sharrock and starring Sacha Baron Cohen, Rosamund Pike, Richard E. Grant, Emily Mortimer, Charles Dance and Fiona Shaw. When a smug advertising executive suddenly wakes up in a world where women hold all the power, he's forced to experience life from a very different perspective.

We break down the story, performanc...

This week on Nerds Against Normality, we're reviewing Netflix's latest survival thriller, Apex.

Directed by Baltasar Kormákur (Everest, Adrift) and starring Charlize Theron, Taron Egerton, and Eric Bana, Apex throws audiences into the unforgiving Australian wilderness for a tense game of cat and mouse. But does this adrenaline-fuelled thriller deliver the suspense and thrills it promises, or does it get lost in the outback?

Join ...

This week on Nerds Against Normality, we're diving into our full review of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001) – the magical beginning of one of the biggest film franchises of all time.

Directed by Chris Columbus and based on the beloved novel by J.K. Rowling, this fantasy classic introduced audiences to Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint, alongside an incredible supporting cast featuring Richard Harr...

This week on Nerds Against Normality, we're reviewing Shaolin Soccer (2001), Stephen Chow's legendary martial arts comedy that combines kung fu, football and outrageous humour to create one of cinema's most unique cult classics.

More than twenty years after its release, does Shaolin Soccer still deserve its reputation? We break down the story, characters, comedy, action, visual effects and unforgettable moments to find out whether...

Zoinks! This week on Nerds Against Normality, we’re reviewing Scooby-Doo (2002), the live-action comedy directed by Raja Gosnell and written by James Gunn, starring Freddie Prinze Jr., Sarah Michelle Gellar, Matthew Lillard, Linda Cardellini, and Rowan Atkinson.

Does Scooby-Doo still hold up, or is it just pure early-2000s nostalgia? We break down the plot, the performances, the surprisingly weird humour, the monster designs,...

This week on Nerds Against Normality, we’re reviewing Mean Girls (2004), the iconic teen comedy directed by Mark Waters and written by Tina Fey, starring Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams, Amanda Seyfried, and Lacey Chabert. Nearly 20 years later, does Mean Girls still hold up as one of the greatest high school comedies ever made, or has the hype finally faded?

Join Harry, Ben, and Vic as they dive into the savage world of The P...

Lethal Weapon (1987) Review! This week on Nerds Against Normality, we dive into Richard Donner’s iconic buddy-cop action classic starring Mel Gibson as Martin Riggs and Danny Glover as Roger Murtaugh. From explosive shootouts and chaotic car chases to the unforgettable chemistry between Riggs and Murtaugh, we break down why Lethal Weapon became one of the defining action movies of the 1980s.

We discuss the film’s bruta...

Hosts Harry, Ben and guest Nathan deliver a spoiler-heavy review of Resident Evil 9: Requiem, breaking down Grace Ashcroft and Leon S. Kennedy’s contrasting playstyles, key set pieces, and the game’s blend of slow horror and high-octane action.

They discuss story strengths and weaknesses, boss design, technical performance, bugs, replayability, and even run a fun hypothetical cast for a live-action Resident Evil project...

In this episode of Nerds Against Normality, Harry and Vic go head-to-head in a Disney Princess Debate — building full governments using heroines from animated Disney movies.

Each of us drafts a full cabinet: Defence. Economy. Culture. Foreign Affairs. Prime Minister.

Simple enough… until we start tearing each other’s picks apart.

Some choices make perfect sense.

Others would ruin a country in about a week.

Bad de...

Together (2025) review — this week we’re diving into a relationship horror that genuinely caught us off guard.

Directed by Michael Shanks and starring Alison Brie and Dave Franco, Together takes a simple idea and pushes it into some seriously uncomfortable territory.

In this episode of Nerds Against Normality, we break down the story, characters, and whether the film’s unsettling approach actually works — or...

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Review (Spoilers) — masterpiece or overhyped? 👀🎮

We’re diving into a full spoiler review of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, the ambitious follow-up that sends Mario into full-on cosmic madness — bigger worlds, bolder swings, and a lot to argue about.

From genuinely stunning animation to some… questionable character choices, we break down whether this is the best Mario film yet o...

In this episode of Nerds Against Normality, we’re reviewing Ready or Not (2019) — the dark comedy horror starring Samara Weaving, Adam Brody, Mark O’Brien, and Andie MacDowell, directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett (Radio Silence). We dive into whether this cult-favourite horror still holds up, breaking down its brutal premise, standout performances, and chaotic final act.

Before that, it’s Ben...

The Crow (1994) review — Brandon Lee’s iconic cult classic, directed by Alex Proyas, gets a full breakdown as we revisit one of the most influential gothic revenge films ever made.

Harry’s “one thing” this week is Stellar Blade on PS5 — a spoiler-free take after finishing the game, covering gameplay, feel, and whether it lives up to the hype.

Nearly 30 years on, does The Crow still hold up? Is it...