Why Benicio Del Toro's Star Wars Character Isn't the Worst

Julian Meush December 22, 2017

There appears to be one constant among those who’ve seen The Last Jedi. Whether you liked it or not people seem to agree that Benicio Del Toro’s character is terrible. Playing a character named DJ he doesn't have a huge role in the film, but with so much hate being thrown his way I wanted to offer him up some defense.

Does Disney Buying Fox Hurt The X-Men Franchise?

Julian Meush November 9, 2017

With the news that Disney could possibly buy 21st Century Fox a lot of the surrounding talk has been about what would happen with Fox's Marvel properties, specifically The X-Men. People get excited at the prospect of seeing Wolverine and the gang join up with The Avengers in the MCU but is it really a good idea?

Why We Should Be Worried About Justice League

Julian Meush November 1, 2017

Justice League is just around the corner and DC's massive superhero team-up will undoubtedly do just fine at the box office. The real question is whether it will actually be any good? It's too early to know for sure but there are definitely some signs and symptoms that might be pointing to another critical disappointment for DC and Warner Bros.

The Recipe to a Horror Fan

Julian Meush October 25, 2017

Tis' the season for spooks and scares. So with freights on my mind I put some thought (and some actual research) into why certain people are more inclined to enjoy horror movies. Personally, they scare the pants off of me, but what is it about those weirdos who love em?

Unsurprising - Blade Runner 2049 Flops at the Box Office

Julian Meush October 12, 2017

The latest sci-fi blockbuster failed to impress at the box office this past weekend. This news shouldn't come as a surprise to anyone though. It's a phrase becoming far too common these days. So what caused Blade Runner 2049, a well made and well reviewed movie, to fail financially? The signs were staring us right in the face.

2017 So Far: Movies

Julian Meush July 3, 2017

With 2017 already half over it's time to look back on some of the movies that have graced the silver screen since January 1. Let's be honest, the first half of the year hasn't been great for film but the stuff that was good, was really good. I highlight the best of the best (and one of the worst) in my top 3 standout films of 2017 so far.

Apr 23, 2019

Game of Thrones S8E2 "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms": ToB Breakdown

ToB is back to breakdown Season 8 Episode 2: “A Knight of the Seven Kingdows”, which proves to be a predominantly light, genuinely heartwarming, and endlessly joyful episode; a rarity among GoT episodes and feels almost too good to be true..

Jaime receives a cold welcome in Winterfell, Dany questions Tyrion’s value as the Hand of the Queen, Brienne vouches for the Kingslayer, Theon vows to protect Bran, the remnants of The Night’s Watch reunite in Winterfell, Arya celebrates life in the face of imminent death, Dany opens up to Sansa, Tormund tells a campfire story, Jon reveals his true identity to Daenerys, Jorah once again wields a Valyrian Steel sword, and Brienne earns a title befitting of her character… all whilst preparing for the greatest battle of their lives.

This is the deep breath before the plunge and it is a celebration of the characters, relationships, and story that has brought us to this point.

Game of Thrones Theme: Orchestral Cover - Rihards Libietis Orchestra

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Apr 16, 2019

Game of Thrones S8E1 "Winterfell": ToB Breakdown

Here we are at last, the much-anticipated Game of Thrones Season 8 Episode 1 "Winterfell" has arrived. Eight years of intricate storytelling, twists, turns, betrayals, plots and schemes have been leading up to this point (I know, plots and schemes are the same thing).

This is the beginning of the end and, with so much riding on it, the first episode manages to exceed expectations while maintaining an impressive pace and plenty of heart.

Daenerys' army arrives in Winterfell, the Army of the Dead encroaches on the North, Euron delivers the Golden Company to King's Landing, the Northern Lords question Jon's leadership, Tormund and Beric explore the home of House Umber, Arya reunites with Jon Snow, Dany admits to the execution of Sam's family, the Night King leaves a grisly warning at Last Hearth, Jon (finally) learns of his true parentage, and Jaime comes face to face with a ghost from his past.

Game of Thrones Theme: Electric Guitar Cover - Kfir Ochaion

Apr 8, 2019

Game of Thrones Season 8 Teaser

We’re only a week away from the beginning of the end of Game of Thrones. It’s a sad and unfortunate reality. I know you probably want to soak up as much GoT over the next 6 weeks as you possibly can, and luckily ToB is here to help.

In this brief teaser episode, Julian lays out the road map for all of the Tower of Babble Game of Thrones final season content, plus gives a taste of the Patreon exclusive season 8 preview episode.

Mar 26, 2019

Game of Thrones S2E10 "Valar Morghulis": ToB Breakdown Rewatch

With a cold gust of wind, and snow the season 2 rewatch comes to an end. Just in time too, because the eighth and final season looms large on the horizon. Julian and Daniel look back at season 2 as a whole and discuss the details of this finale. A finale that capped off what was widely considered to be one of the shows worst seasons. Though it’s hard to deny that it was sometimes rocky and poorly paced, Game of Thrones’ sophomore season still has a lot to love, especially on a rewatch. With hindsight, and a deeper knowledge of the world, certain moments shine bright as they drip with subtext and foreshadowing. All the more casting a larger shadow on the season’s less than stellar scenes.

In the season 2 finale Tyrion is stripped of all his power, Littlefinger is gifted a castle, Varys recruits a new spy, Jamie and Brienne are questioned on the road, Sansa is released from an obligation, Robb makes a questionable decision, Stannis has regrets, Theon rallies the troops, Arya stays with her friends, Bran says goodbye to an old friend, Jon earns some respect, Dany is tempted by ghosts of her past and future, and Sam stares death in the eye (for some reason).

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