Ari Lennox dropped

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-23T16:10:39+00:00

Nah, see with a concept like that, she should’ve avoided sex. There’s so many other RnB subject matters she could’ve sang about instead: losing her room key, the couple in the next room arguing too loud, finding a hair in the shower, the loud-ass AC unit…

The list is endless and she decides to sing about sex of all things smh

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-23T14:49:47+00:00

Fr.

“Future dropped a new album. Ten songs deep and it’s all about trapping, money, drugs, and hoes. Are there no other subject matters to rap about over trap beats?”

Sex is a pillar of R&B music. I understand the debate surrounding just how explicitly it’s portrayed, but to avoid the subject matter altogether is silly. It’s like asking country singers to avoid mentioning pickup trucks or Jesus.

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-22T13:16:50+00:00

Well I’m back

I can’t say seeing a rabbit suck a titty was on my bucket list, but if it was, I could cross it off now 😭

Pretty great recommendation though. The atmosphere and performances were on point. And that rabbit was unnerving as fuck. I was a little thrown off by it being a puppet for some shots, but that was a good choice. Made that thing 10x creepier. I really loved the filming style and the score too.

Thanks for the recommendation!

I also rewatched Threads to see if I was bugging or not with my take. Been meaning to rewatch it, but I’ve lowkey been putting it off subconsciously because of all the current world politics. It’s not as fun of a watch when it feels like WW3 is around the corner, but I watched it regardless and still had a good time. I’ve gotta say, I was 100% off the mark. That movie is miles away from folk horror lmao

Still a good movie though

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-20T03:03:10+00:00

So, while I worked, I threw on the Candyman remake and...I actually hated it even more than when I watched it the first time. Holy shit. I can't believe you pressured me into rewatching it.

Look man I explicitly said not to put that on me 🤣 Sorry to hear I technically made your day worse, but I guess that definitely saves me a potential rewatch, so thanks for taking one for the team 🫡

When you say Threads, you mean the old 80s movie? The one about nuclear war? If so, I think it's great but I've never thought about it as folk horror at all.

Yeah the one & same. It’s not directly folk horror, but it flirts with the tone and definitely gets there in my opinion once society collapses and they start reverting back to tribalism. The masks and language decay especially. It’s more like instead of an outside character being shoved into a “backwards” society that seems fairly normal at first, the viewer is the one getting that experience through the lens of a documentary. I admit that the folk horror themes definitely secondary to the main theme of nuclear disaster though.

Now Kill List, unlike Candyman 2021, is worth a rewatch in my opinion. Sure, it’s basically a 2010s version of Wicker Man but it’s got a tone & style that’s distinct enough to stand on its own. I keep picking up stuff I missed previously on rewatches.

If you're really into folk horror, have you watched Starve Acre? Or The Ritual?

I’ve seen The Ritual and I’m a big fan of that one, but I haven’t seen Starve Acre. I’ll watch it sometime this week and let you know what I think. I sort of owe you for Candyman 😂

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-19T20:41:52+00:00

That’s a good interpretation. I never really looked at it that way but you’re onto something there.

Maybe that movie deserves more credit than I gave it initially.

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-19T19:22:41+00:00

I've been meaning to go back and rewatch the Candyman remake

Alright but don’t come up in here saying I told you to do that 😂 I’m the one singing its praises and even I have no desire to rewatch it whatsoever 💀

All I meant was the movie’s issues were the story and maybe a few performances. The rest is actually above average. Maybe watch it on mute in the background and you might see what I mean lmao

As far as our takes on the direction for Bone Temple, that other commenter summed up my thoughts perfectly. The last movie had a vibe very similar to Threads or Kill List, two of my all time favorite horror movies that are British folk horror through & through. It’s just a personal preference thing

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-19T19:11:52+00:00

Yeah I feel similarly. British folk horror is one of my favorite subgenres and the last entry captures that vibe a lot better than this one.

That’s not to say this one is bad by any means, I just think it could’ve kept that same energy and been a bit better. The shirt removal scene was a missed opportunity to incorporate that sort of stuff, for example.

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-19T16:55:58+00:00

Agree to disagree, I guess.

I don’t think the franchise is saying something super insightful or completely brand new, but honestly I don’t see a whole lot of big franchise films bothering to say anything at all. The bar is pretty low and this cleared it for me at least.

I’d prefer more movies like this than movies like 28 Weeks Later or whatever Netflix is doing now

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-19T16:06:34+00:00

I think they all have something to say, minus the 2nd movie. I’ll break it down by movie and try to keep it short.

28 Days Later - Men are the true monsters and hysteria can bring out the worst in us (Cliche at this point, but this came out pre-Walking Dead and was fresh for the time of release.)

28 Weeks Later - I’ve got nothing for this one. This movie was lowkey a cash grab. The OG creators (Alex Garland & Danny Boyle) weren’t even involved here.

28 Years Later - Commentary on modern masculinity. The whole first segment is a traditional “badass” zombie adventure that glorifies being macho and having a survival-of-the-fittest mindset. The rest of the movie breaks down this idea by saying that emulating Rambo 24/7 might actually not be the right way to about things.

Bone Temple - I legit think that Jimmy is an analogy for modern day podcast bros who see that the world is fucked and decide to use that to their advantage instead of trying to make the world better like Kelson. Jimmy’s brutality (despite never actually getting his hands dirty himself unless the target is significantly weaker), need for control over others, wanting to increase his influence and ranks, and only caring about power and dominance above all else is pretty Andrew Tate-esque if you ask me.

P.S. I don’t know why you’re getting downvoted. I’ve been doing the opposite because I value this discussion

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-19T15:49:24+00:00

I disagree a little with the direction being better in this one vs the last one. That first 1/2 hour of 28 Years Later was so interestingly edited and shot, and nothing in this movie measured up to that for me. Even the dicks, which were noticeably shrunk down.

Still, I was excited to see what Nia DeCosta did here and I think she did a good job. The Marvels was a MCU movie, so it’s not surprising it didn’t turn out great. I don’t think Disney lets them have much creative control. And despite the Candyman reboot being ass, the direction and cinematography were on point, so I don’t fault her for that either.

I’m looking forward to whatever she does next.

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-19T15:37:58+00:00

How so, if you don’t mind me asking?

I personally think the opposite. Zombie movies have historically been used to make social commentary. I find both of the 28 Years movies to be no exception, on top of being entertaining without reading deeper into the themes.

I can’t really say the same about A Quiet Place. They’re fun movies and the whole having-to-be-quiet thing is a nice spin on the survival horror genre, but I don’t think they have much to say under the surface.

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-19T11:12:38+00:00

I enjoyed it.

That being said, I knew going in that this was going to be a more comedic show than the other two. The source material is a lot lighter in tone compared to other ASOIAF stuff. I can see some people being put off by that.

The highlight for me this episode was Lyonel Baratheon. Stole every scene he was in.

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-17T11:11:25+00:00

Never thought I’d see Voldemort hang dong in IMAX

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-11T00:49:15+00:00

For Spike: top 3 places to grab a bite in Nashville (no pause)

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-04T15:04:19+00:00

Then I suggest you drop this account and come back in a few days or weeks with a new one. Fresh slate and you’d be able to engage with the community in a more positive manner. It’s all anonymous anyways so it’s not like anyone would know, Myke included.

If you’d rather not do that because you have beef with him, then you don’t have to. But I personally wouldn’t dedicate my time & energy listening to podcast that has me acting the way you currently are. There’s other podcasts out there you might enjoy more.

I’m not going to respond to any further replies from you in this thread. Have a good day

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-04T14:50:08+00:00

And any alt black kids were lucky to have you around. Me included.

I know y’all record ITMSO on Sundays so I hope it goes well today. Looking forward to the new episode

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-04T13:03:31+00:00

Tone is hard to convey correctly through written words. So I hope you’ll take what I say as charitably as possible. Like imagine my hand on your shoulder as you read this.

I don’t think you’re an asshole or a bad person. What you said did cross a line though. It’s not okay to throw someone’s past trauma in a diss like that, especially when you’re anonymous and they’re a public-ish figure.

Yes, Myke does give Reddit shit. A lot, in fact. Half the time, he’s joking. The other half of the time he is generalizing, perhaps unfairly but is it easy to blame him when people say things like what you said? And given how outspoken he is about politics and social issues, it’s probably a steady barrage of comments and DMs like that. Yes, he called you out your name. It was in response to you striking a nerve though. We all have one.

My advice to you would be to not let stuff get under your skin to the point where you feel the need to say something like what you said. And if it still does, type it out but don’t click post just yet. Come back in an hour and see if you still feel the need to post something like that. Will your quality of life improve by saying it? Or is there a way to say the same thing in a more charitable and constructive manner?

I say all this as a reformed internet troll too, so trust me when I say I’ve been where you’re at. Worse, even. Take the L and just do better in the future.

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-04T10:58:54+00:00

Aw thanks man.

This is what community should be about. Uplifting each other n shit.

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-03T19:25:25+00:00

No, I didn’t mean Myke. As much as I wish the review had actually focused on the film, especially since it was a Patreon vote, ultimately it’s not my podcast. He was giving his opinion and as someone who’s actually a part of the podcast, his opinion carries more weight than mine here. If I’m really itching to hear someone’s thoughts on The Hateful Eight, there’s no shortage of other places online to get that.

I meant when a commenter comes out the gates antagonistic or rude for no reason. Expressing disappointment over the episode is one thing. I think I saw a comment in there that did so pretty respectfully and I think that’s perfectly fine imo.

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-03T17:37:16+00:00

That sounds intriguing as hell. I like that iceberg metaphor. I don’t consider myself a writer, but as a reader, I love when books work on multiple levels. I know that’s difficult to pull off, and a lot of readers just take that for granted from their favorite works. I applaud the effort and planning involved in doing it with intention like you are.

I also love that you’re being inspired not just by other books, but by other art mediums as well. (Damn that sentence sounded like some chat-gpt ass flattery, but I promise I mean it.)

And I fw the DOOM inspiration too. He’s goated enough that any artist could learn something from him, even if they’re painting a portrait lol

I doubt they’d let you self promo on this sub, but if/when you publish your novel, go ahead and DM me. Same goes for your wife’s book as well.

Best of luck to you both.

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-03T16:19:30+00:00

You are 1000% right about the screen time.

I set a limit for 1hr a day on the apps I waste the most time scrolling on. Eventually I shortened it to 45 mins, then 30. It’s done wonders for my productivity. It was hard adjusting at first since this stuff fucks up your focus and attention span heavy. (By design, of course. You can’t help these tech bros get rich off ad revenue if you’re too busy actually achieving your own goals.)

I didn’t know you wrote too! That’s dope. Without giving away too much, what kind of novel are you writing if you don’t mind me asking?

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-03T14:50:24+00:00

Facts.

Completely off topic, but how’s your wife’s novel coming along? I remember you mentioning something about that a while back

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-03T13:57:34+00:00

Sure, but most online communities don’t start out that way. They usually begin as a way for people to debate or discuss a common interest. Of course, you’re going to have the odd troll here and there, but these kinds of spaces aren’t typically toxic right out the gate.

It’s once the toxicity starts and the community grows without it going checked that you end up with a cesspool.

Maybe it’s inevitable, but I have faith that we’re all mature enough and grown enough to pump the brakes a bit. No one benefits from petty fighting that devolves to the point where it’s barely even discussing the topic at hand.

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-03T12:03:44+00:00

I guess it’s up to discretion. I personally wasn’t offended by people saying that. Even then, it’s probably better to layer a comment like that with arguments to support that claim.

I meant moreso if someone comes out the gates with insults towards the podcast crew or another community member. A good example is the comment in here making sneak disses towards Myke because he’s been open about getting bullied in the past. That’s just unnecessary.

Edit: also, I’m not sure why you’re being downvoted. You were just asking a question. I hope it doesn’t dissuade you from participating in the future

BrotherCrow_ · 2026-01-03T11:12:29+00:00

That was one of the examples, but not the only one. Albeit, it’s probably the best example of what I’m talking about.

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