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Join Me for a Special Nick's Pix Screening Wed, March 12 @ 7 pm in Oak Park! Some movies define your love of cinema—movies that hit you at just the right age, in the right way, and stay with you for life. Escape from New York  is one of those movies. It’s not just one of my favorite movies of all time—it’s a defining moment in my journey as a film lover. That’s why I’m thrilled to host a special Nick's Pix screening of John Carpenter ’s Escape from New York  on Wednesday, Ma

In a sad, ironic bit of timing on the final day of the Flashback Weekend Horror Convention last Sunday, news spread among convention goers that the terrific character actor Charles Cyphers had passed away at the age of 85. Charles Cyphers, seen here in "Halloween," passed away last weekend. Charles was beloved by horror fans for his great work with director John Carpenter . In addition, Flashback Weekend fans fondly remembered his two memorable visits to the convention, fir

As we get into a new work week, how about going back to last week, and listening to (and subscribing to) my podcasts! First, The Nick D Podcast episodes 260 & 261 on the Radio Misfits Podcast Network. Since we are halfway through the year, I reveal my lists of the Best and Worst Movies of 2024 so far. I also welcome Daniel Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter to the podcast, who shares his list of the best TV of the year. Dan and I also discuss the new season of "The Bear