Echo Base Charity Con, a beloved Star Wars fan convention with a heart, returns on May 24th, 2025, at Pathé Amsterdam-Noord in the Netherlands. This year’s event promises not only exciting activities and special guests, including the legendary Anthony Daniels, known for his iconic portrayal of C-3PO, but also a central focus on supporting KiKa, a foundation dedicated to fighting childhood cancer. Organizers Patrick Keuris and Wiebe van der Werk share their journey of creating an event that combines the magic of Star Wars with a meaningful charity mission. We sat down with them to learn more about their inspiration, the creative process behind the event, and how they successfully integrate fundraising into the fun-filled experience. Continue reading “Interview: Echo Base Charity Con”
Category: Theater
Developer interview: Bridge Command
We’re always up for a good crossover between video games and other media, and Bridge Command, the latest theatre production from Parabolic Theatre that is currently playing in London, is something special indeed. Instead of a regular theatre, the production actively involves the audience in an experience that puts them at the center of their own interactive journey through space. Featuring gaming mechanics, ‘replayability’ and live actors even when they appear on the starship bridge’s monitor, it’s certainly unique. We got in touch with Artistic Director Owen Kingston to learn more, and you can catch Bridge Command until January 31st if you’re interested. Continue reading “Developer interview: Bridge Command”
The Rubber-Keyed Wonder: The Story of the Sinclair ZX Spectrum
The Rubber Keyed Wonder – The Story of the Sinclair ZX Spectrum is an affectionate and thorough dive into the history of one of the most iconic home computers to come out of the UK in the 1980s. Directed by Anthony and Nicola Caulfield, who previously explored the history of gaming in From Bedrooms to Billions, this documentary shifts its focus to a device that may not be as widely recognized as a PlayStation or an Amiga, but had a profound impact on the world of computing and gaming in its own right – especially in the United Kingdom. Continue reading “The Rubber-Keyed Wonder: The Story of the Sinclair ZX Spectrum”
Dune: Part Two review (4DX)
In the vast, sand-swept world of Arrakis, Denis Villeneuve’s epic saga reaches its zenith with “Dune: Part Two,” the highly anticipated continuation of Frank Herbert’s sprawling narrative that seamlessly melds stunning visuals with profound themes and power struggles. Building upon the foundation laid by its well-received predecessor, this installment plunges deeper into the complex interplay of destiny, power, and ideology, delivering a cinematic experience that resonates long after the credits roll. The 4DX version that we viewed was especially impactful in that regard – here are our thoughts. Continue reading “Dune: Part Two review (4DX)”
John Wick: Chapter 4 review
The John Wick franchise has become one of the most beloved and acclaimed action movie series in recent memory, thanks in large part to the intensity and quality of its fight choreography, the depth of its world-building, and the iconic performance of Keanu Reeves as the titular assassin. With John Wick Chapter 4, director Chad Stahelski and his team have crafted another heart-pumping and thrilling entry in the series that fans are sure to love. Continue reading “John Wick: Chapter 4 review”
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