In this week’s review, we break down Alien: Earth Season 1, Episode 3, “Metamorphosis”. The Lost Boys return with alien specimens, Wendy fights her most brutal encounter yet, and the secrets inside Neverland’s labs begin to unfold. We dive into the episode’s movie-like opening, Wendy’s desperate rescue of her brother, Morrow’s infiltration, Boy Kavalier’s manipulation, and the chilling revelation as an alien egg is opened under Kirsh’s supervision.

We’ll explore how this episode deepens the themes of creation, control, and survival — and why “Metamorphosis,” first aired on August 19, 2025, may be the turning point of Season 1.

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Welcome back to the recap and review of The Gilded Age Season 1, Episode 3, “Face the Music,” which aired on February 7, 2022. This episode once again opens on that now-familiar street set, which still gives off more backlot vibes than Manhattan glamour. Inside, we sit with Agnes, Ada, and Marian as they prepare for a Red Cross talk at Aurora Fane’s home. Their people-watching immediately brings the Russells into the picture as Gladys heads out under the watchful eye of her governess.

Gladys, meanwhile, is still locked in her gilded cage, as Bertha hesitates to introduce her to society until she’s certain she can fill a ballroom. On the other side, Gladys has her eye on Archie Baldwin, a young banker who might not pass the test of “old money” respectability.

Across town, the staff have their own budding storylines. Bridget and Jack, the footman, test out a possible romance, hoping for a night off together. The Russell household is alive with gossip, as George navigates business rumors that threaten his recent win with the railroads.

The social tug-of-war sharpens this episode. The Russells are desperate for recognition, and Bertha is strategically working her way closer to Mrs. Astor’s approval. On the other side, Agnes continues to deliver blunt truths, often at Marian’s expense, reminding us of the high stakes in this old-money versus new-money divide.

Episode 3 balances the ambitions of the Russells, the frustrations of Gladys, and the upstairs-downstairs dynamics that make this series tick. While the pacing sometimes leans on repetitive settings, the relationships deepen, and the question lingers—who will rise, and who will be left behind?

Alien: Earth – “Mr. October”

Season 1, Episode 2 – Air Date: August 12, 2025

This chapter picks up in the aftermath of the crash as CJ and his armed team sweep the wreckage, finding bodies marked by bullets, poison, and deep slashes. The term “foreign body” becomes code for something far worse, and in the shadows, we catch the first living alien on Earth. On Neverland Island, Dame Sylvia watches young Wendy while Boy Kavalier basks in his own genius, revealing he built Wendy’s supercomputer mind to find someone smarter than himself.

Aboard the transport vessel, Wendy and the Lost Boys head for the crash site, still acting like the kids they once were. On the ground, CJ’s path turns into a chase when the alien attacks, leading to a tense elevator escape and a flashback to his wish to leave field work behind. Wendy reaches across the distance to block his transfer request, keeping him on Earth.

Back at the site, the rival corporations circle each other. Yutani demands the wreck, Boy Kavalier refuses. Wendy and Slightly push through damaged floors to reach CJ, while elsewhere the Lost Boys encounter a pod hanging from the ceiling, infected guards, and a grotesque alien parasite hiding in a cat’s eye. Morrow subdues and cocoons an alien, but it escapes, revealing it reacts to fear—something Siberian doesn’t give it.

Wendy finally reunites with CJ, her true identity revealed. Their moment is short-lived as they step into a chamber of alien eggs, the sound growing louder. The alien strikes, sending CJ out into the night.

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Alien: Earth – “Neverland’s Shadow”

Season 1, Episode 1 – Air Date: August 12, 2025

The premiere begins aboard the transport vessel Starling as its crew wakes and prepares for docking. Captain Rhea Sloane leads with quiet command, while her first officer, Kai Mercer, moves through his duties under the watch of crewmates who clearly do not trust him—his synthetic nature the unspoken reason. Their mission is to deliver a highly classified piece of cargo back to Earth.

That cargo is unlike anything humanity has ever handled: a human consciousness transferred into a synthetic adult body. The girl who once lived now walks as “Wendy,” her mind housed in a body designed for endurance and intellect.

The larger universe is set against the backdrop of three dominant factions: the United Earth Directorate, the Allied Science Council, and the Martian Trade Coalition. Each governs parts of Earth, the Moon, Mars, and the nearest colonies with shifting alliances and thinly veiled rivalries.

On Neverland Island, a hidden facility has perfected the transfer of consciousness. Here, Wendy’s new form awakens. Overseen by the program’s director, the island is a strange mix of clinical precision and idealized fantasy, the place where a dying girl has been reborn into something more.

The episode closes with hints of shadowed threats waiting beyond the safety of either the Starling or Neverland. The mission is complete for now, but the air is already heavy with what’s coming.

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Welcome back to The Gilded Age recap series, where we dive headfirst into the power plays, backstabbing, and ballroom politics of 1880s New York. In Season 1, Episode 2, “Money Isn’t Everything” (aired January 31, 2022), the lines between old money and new money sharpen even further.

From Marian’s growing bond with Peggy to Bertha Russell’s relentless push for social acceptance, this episode is a master class in calculated moves. We cover Agnes van Rhijn’s disapproval of Marian’s charity work, the high-society snub aimed at the Russells, George’s ruthless business dealings, and the grand finale — a bazaar buyout that leaves every socialite in the room stunned.

We also talk about the undercurrents: Oscar’s strategic (and not-so-strategic) romantic moves, the subtle power of household staff, and why Mrs. Astor remains the ultimate gatekeeper. If you think money buys everything in The Gilded Age, this episode proves otherwise — it’s about timing, influence, and the perfect display of power.

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The Naked Gun 2025 delivers Liam Neeson as Frank Drebin Jr in a nonstop spoof reboot with Pamela Anderson Paul Walter Hauser Danny Huston CCH Pounder and Kevin Durand. From the Mission Impossible face reveal to the panty shot a frisky snowman Busta Rhymes Weird Al’s Project Inferno and a WFFC fight with testicle shaped New Year’s balls we break down every absurd moment. Spoiler filled review loaded with callbacks slapstick and cameos that push the chaos to the edge.

I’m finally catching up on HBO’s The Gilded Age — yes, two years late — and starting right at the top with Season 1, Episode 1, “Never the New,” which aired January 24, 2022. This episode sets the chessboard for old money vs. new money in 1880s New York, and trust me, no one’s playing nice. We’ve got Marian Brook losing everything, moving in with her aunts Agnes and Ada, and meeting Peggy Scott, who’s instantly one of the most interesting characters in the room. Across the street, the Russells move in — George the railroad tycoon, Bertha the social climber, Larry the charmer, and Gladys the sheltered debutante-to-be. Parties flop, schemes get set in motion, and we meet Mrs. Astor herself. I’m breaking down the plot, the characters, the social games, and why this era was called the Gilded Age in the first place.

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The Blunt Blueberry Reviews crew dives into the new How to Train Your Dragon (2025) live‑action movie review.

Does this reboot live up to the beloved DreamWorks animated classic? We break down how the film reimagines the story of Hiccup, Toothless, and the Vikings of Berk without giving away spoilers. Well, may not without spoilers.

From standout performances and emotional storytelling to epic dragon visuals, we explore whether longtime fans and new audiences will connect with this fresh take. If you loved the original trilogy or you’re curious about the big‑screen adaptation, this review covers everything you need to know before watching.

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We are breaking down The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025), Marvel’s bold reboot directed by Matt Shakman. In this episode of Blunt Blueberry Reviews, we dive into how this new take on Marvel’s first family lands on the big screen. 

Starring Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm, Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm, and Julia Garner as Silver Surfer, the film pulls audiences into a retro 1960s setting with cosmic stakes and fresh energy. We talk about the team’s chemistry, the standout visuals, and whether this reboot finally gets the Fantastic Four right or if Marvel missed the mark yet again.

If you are deciding whether to see it in theaters or wait for streaming, this review gives you everything you need to know.