I'll admit this: before I got a Netflix account, I had never heard of the show Reaper. For that, I apologize. After doing some research, I found out that many people never had the chance to watch the TV show, and that's a shame! Reaper definitely deserves the relatively small cult following it has.
Reaper is about a young man named Sam (pun intended) who finds out on his 21st birthday that his parents sold his soul to the devil before he was born. So naturally, Sam is now forced to be the devil's bounty hunter for escaped souls. Pretty solid, awesome premise!
I'd like to start out by saying that the cast was amazing. I honestly couldn't stop laughing throughout the episodes, and I'd mostly like to thank Sock (played by Tyler Labine of Mad Love,) and the Devil (Ray Wise) for this. Sam (Brett Harrison) is perfect for the son. the I feel bad for poor Sam because he just can't catch a break thanks to that damn devil.
Tell me that's not the most awesome Devil ever!
Each episode brings something new and hellish into Brett's life. First, there's the vessel Brett, Sock, and Ben use to catch the escaped souls. It comes in a devil's box of some sort, and then they have to figure out how to use it. They always prove to be something really random and laughter-inducing, such as an 8-track, an RC car, or a Dirt Devil.
How...ominous!
So, in between doing all this, Sam keeps trying to have a normal life that the Devil keeps ruining. He tries to get Andi, the girl he works with, and keeps failing miserably because the Devil keeps throwing new things his way. He can't catch a break at his weird work, where they do the Paint Can Rodeo. Yeah, go check that out I'd love the Paint Can Rodeo.
It is a shame that the show got cancelled, though. Now instead of a full story, we only get a glimmer of what could be. There are only two seasons, and that is the only downfall of this show. However, there are talks of bringing back the show in the form of a series of comic books, but there's no word on when this will happen, but I really hope it will!
Overall, it's really solid and I think mostly the work comes from Kevin Smith, of Dogma and Clerks fame, being the Script Supervisor. I'd definitely recommend Reaper. It's on Netflix Instant, but you can watch the episodes on IMDB for free through HULU as well.
I give the show 3.5 out of 4 mushrooms, because there's just not enough show to go around!
Over here at Geek Preview, we have a thing for any and all things geek. Our knowledge and love isn't limited, though, and it grows. We like to show our love through many ways: posts, updates, reviews, and more importantly - lists. The only thing more awesome than a list? BEARDS. So, a list of beards is probably too awesome, but let's find out! Ladies and gentlemen, Geek Preview presents: the 15 Most Epic Beards in Cinema!
Milk was a bad choice.
Actor: Will Ferrell
Movie: Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Bergundy
Why it's Epic: It's Will Ferrell playing Ron Bergundy. With a beard. Once you see Will Ferrell with a beard it's near impossible to unsee it.
Peter, you have been brushing haven't you?
Actor: John Noble
Movie: Fringe
Why it's Epic: Okay, so it's not a movie, but it's still an epic beard. Walter Bishop, the most amazing scientist in the world has a beard that is equally amazing. Too bad he's a little crazy.
Insert Wilfred Joke Here.
Actor: Tom Hanks
Movie: Castaway
Why it's Epic: As Tom Hanks' character gets crazier being stuck on an island, so does his beard. You'd think he would have been able to makeshift a Gillette or something out there, seeing as he could build other things.
Beardicus Epicus.
Actor: Michael Gambon
Movie: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Why it's Epic: It's Albus Freakin' Dumbledore! (That's his real middle name.) Not only is he the greatest sorcerer of all time, he's also the recordholder for the most magnificent beard. Just don't tell Gandalf that, please.
Sauron had no beard. That's why he lost.
Actor: Ian McKellen
Movie: The Lord of the Rings Trilogy
Why it's Epic: This is perhaps the most majestic cinemasterpiece, aside from Treebeard. It's just short enough, and just a tiny bit frilly. He really wouldn't have as much respect without the beard because beards = respect.
What is your profession?
Actor: Gerard Butler
Movie: 300
Why it's Epic: Ripped Abs? Check. Most awesome line ever yelled during battle? Check. Perfectly formed beard that let's others know that you mean business? Double check.
Yer didn't think that I'd shave it, didja?
Actor: Robbie Coltrane
Movie: Harry Potter Series
Why it's Epic: Hagrid is a giant, in case you didn't know. While he is huge, one can only wonder what the actual length of his beard is.
The only beard in the Wolfpack.
Actor: Zach Galifianakis
Movie: The Hangover Part II
Why it's Epic: While it's hard to pull off a beard, it's equally as hard to do when you're playing a kid-like adult. Also, how in the hell is it so perfectly rounded?
One cannot simply walk into Mordor without Beard-legs.
Actor: John Ryes-Davies
Movie: Lord of the Rings trilogy
Why it's Epic: Look at it! It's like the beard has legs. -head explodes from greatness-
Spiderman? Not you again.
Actor: Robin Williams
Movie: Jumanji
Why it's Epic: His beard is super bushy. It shows just how ridiculous this character is at the time. He's supposed to be crazy, so the epic beard enhances this. Or maybe it's just because he's next to little Kirsten Dunst? Who knows.
-cue epic stand-off music-
Actor: Chia Hui-Liu
Movie: Kill Bill Vol. 2
Why it's Epic: His beard must have grown too long, because his eyebrows are just as long! Also, his mustache has a beard! HE IS THE BEARD.
Scorcese on coke.
Actor: Martin Starr
Movie: Knocked Up
Why it's Epic: This thing grows throughout the entire movie, and leaves us wondering as to what the limit would ever be. It also is the focus of many of the world's best beard jokes.
When I was a young boy...
Actor: George Clooney
Movie: O Brother, Where Art Thou?
Why it's Epic: I know it's not real, but still: this is George Clooney, who can rock anything in the world and still look good. Even a fake beard.
Where did you say the rum was?
Actor: Johnny Depp
Movie: Pirates of the Caribbean
Why it's Epic: This beard is really two beards in one. They are also styled perfectly. I wonder how much work went into that?
Do not be hasty. This beard is tasty.
Actor: John Ryes-Davies
Movie: Lord of the Rings Trilogy
Why it's Epic: It's a goddamned tree. WITH A BEARD. Further proving the point of: If it has a beard, it's important and epic and will win SO. HARD.
Haven't seen these movies? You should totally check them out!
So there you go! That's some epic beards, huh? Anything you would've liked to see in this list? Which beard is the most epic, or have you seen something even more epic in real life?
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