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samidemonster
Sami DeMonster
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I make geeky content, mostly about Indie and DC comics. Thanks for watching, and happy reading! 🫔
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samidemonster Ā· 6 months ago
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Hey! I just wanted to talk about The Monkey real quick! Neon invited me to an early screening.Ā 
No spoilers.Ā 
I liked it, it was fun! It had the vibes of a classic pulpy horror movie— it knew when to be silly but also when to take itself seriously. Lots of fun humorous moments.Ā 
This is based off a Stephen King short story by the same name and is by the same writer & director who did Longlegs, Osgood Perkins. Very creative gore, If you like the Final Destination movies, you’ll enjoy The Monkey!
I love seeing Tatiana Maslany in any project! Theo James, who admittedly I have not seen too many of his movies, was fantastic in this role. Christian Convery, who plays young Theo James, is incredibly talented. I was overall so impressed with the performances.
This is a fun gory movie for people who love classic horror movies!
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samidemonster Ā· 6 months ago
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Really proud of this one! Where my SIKTC fans at?
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samidemonster Ā· 7 months ago
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SOMETHING IS KILLING THE CHILDREN RETURNS APRIL āš”ļø Checkout the full announcement on THEPOPVERSE(.com) their press release was fantastic! (That’s where the quote is from) #BoomStudiosPartner (reshared here)
I’m stoked for SIKTC to return and so excited to get to know Erica more! Are YOU ready?
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samidemonster Ā· 7 months ago
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Physical media is essential & why I just made an emergency run to the bookstore to buy a copy of The Constitution
ā€œKnowledge is power, stories are power— own them so they can’t take them away from you.ā€
If you’re online you have probably seen the discourse surrounding the disappearance of The Constitution of The United States Of America from The White House’s official website. Who knows why this is, or if this is a permanent decision, but this is an abrupt reminder that physical media is so important, especially now more than ever.
First off, I would like to report that I found The Constitution on the National Archives government website. This is a great resource I just discovered, bookmark this:
https://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/amendments-11-27#toc-amendment-xiv
The Constitution will never truly be deleted, but it behooves us to question why this page has been seemingly removed from a government website. Knowledge is power, and if this was a malicious decision, then they are trying to make access to important documents about our rights and our history less accessible.
Physical media has been proving to be more important and at risk in recent years. I began to see the importance of physical media when streaming services began to delete entire TV shows and movies off the face of the planet. We saw this with Willow on Disney+ and Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies on Paramount+, two shows with fantastic queer representation taken from us forever. I would have gladly purchased physical copies if they were available but they never were; so now we say goodbye to art that will never see the light of day again.
As an avid comic collector, I have always valued physical media and have spent the last five years building up my library full of both books and comic books. It was unfortunate to learn, a few years back, that when buying digital media through streaming sites—you don’t own what you buy. You’re leasing instead of owning the movies, shows, books, and music you buy though companies like Amazon. This means, at any given point, your media can be taken away from you, but not if you own your media, physically. Knowledge is power, stories are power— own them so they can’t take them away from you.
After learning about The Constitution of the United States of America disappearing from an accessible government website, I realized that now, more than ever, I needed to own a copy myself. I ran to a bookstore near me and purchased a pocket copy. Admittedly, I’m not as knowledgeable as I’d like to be when it comes to The Constitution and The Bill of Rights. I learned about them in history class growing up, but being atypical, school wasn’t always made for me and I didn’t absorb as much as I wish I had. With the state of the country, I see the importance of knowing and understanding these fundamental documents that dictate my rights.
In addition to my personal library of books and comic books, I plan on building up my collection of DVDs, Blu-Rays, and CDs. I recommend you do the same for your favorite pieces of media. A personal goal of mine is to limit consumption and not buy unnecessary things, but this falls in its own category. Knowledge is power, don’t let them take that away from you. Question things, own physical media, and while you're at it, get a library card.
*My goal is not to spread misinformation—The White House’s page containing The Constitution Of The United States of America being removed can be due to a number of reasons, there is no way to currently know if it was mal-intent or a simple technical error. Keep asking questions, practice critical thinking, and keep yourself educated. We got this.
-Sami (SamiDeMonster on Substack)
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samidemonster Ā· 7 months ago
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Who am I and how am i feeling? (a lost content creator with a sad brain)
My name is Sami DeMonster and I’m a content creator focusing mostly on reviewing and promoting indie comics. I am passionate about horror, female lead, and queer media. I won’t put myself in a box here, though, I really am an all around nerd and artist. I have a background in painting, drawing, sculpting, photography, and would like to get into making short films since I am an editor and producer thanks to my social media career. Additionally, I’ve been getting more into writing recently thanks to Substack.
For the last few years, honestly, I have been trying to fight my brain fog and doom scrolling addiction— thanks ADHD (she said sarcastically). And most of all, like always, I want to create more. I want to make short films, expand on my youtube vlogs, write articles, write a comic, and…I don’t know. I’m trying to figure out what to do next.
I’ve been feeling stuck, lost, confused. The state of the world weighs heavy on me. It’s almost as if my brain doesn’t give me permission to be happy because of all the suffering and inevitably of a dull future. And you know what… that’s not fair to myself and I know a lot of people can relate. Because of these consuming thoughts, I often can’t get myself to do the things I want— like even getting out of bed.
So much has happened lately. My hometown (Los Angeles) was hit with destructive and devastating wildfires wiping out entire neighborhoods and displacing whole communities. I was so lucky my home wasn’t affected and everyone I love is safe— but I’m filled with grief and fear. My home will never be the same and my heart hurts for those who have lost everything. I’m currently in the Seattle area and I’m scared to go home to the toxic and cancerous air. What will come of the soil, the water? When can I see my family again?
Now Tiktok has been banned, and I know there are so many bigger problems to focus on but it still hurts. I started my career on TikTok, and now I (mostly) support myself making content online—I never thought that could even be possible for me. Now the platform where I had my largest following is gone and I’m feeling lost.
Even before the TikTok ban I was feeling like I hit a wall, like my spark when it came to making content was dimming. I felt like a failure considering I made significantly less money in the year 2024 compared to 2023. And I often wonder if I should just walk away from this dream forever. This was the closest I came to ā€œsuccessā€. I made more money than the minimum wage jobs I had in the past. I felt and still do feel fulfilled when things are good in my career. I’m chasing the highs and trying to get through the lows… I have yet to figure out how to be sustainable when it comes to my relationship with social media.
I used to be a dreamer. I thought maybe I’d be an actor, maybe I’d write a film or web series, maybe I’d write and draw a comic, maybe people would pay me to take their photos. I had many dreams and still do. But I do put myself in a box and I don’t know how to get out. I’m also afraid that my box will be taken away completely and I’ll have to take steps back in my life— start over and be depressed working a shit paying job that gives me no fulfillment. Despite what so many people say, this is a real job. I negotiate contracts, I have a bank account just for my taxes, and I learned to produce content, light a set, animate graphics, and edit videos.
I thought I’d be farther by now, but at the same time I never believed I would be where I am now. I’m lost and scared and I wish I could run away and start over sometimes, but I am also grateful for what I have accomplished. I’m not sure what my future holds or what direction my career or art will go… but I can only take it one day at a time. And I hope when I wake up tomorrow I can find happiness in the small things. I know I have to be kind and patient with myself, so I will. So, who am I and how am I feeling? Well…Stay tuned.
Thanks for reading :-)
-sami
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samidemonster Ā· 7 months ago
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One of my first well performing posts! I was so excited when this one got traction!!! Sad to see the clock app go. ā˜¹ļø
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samidemonster Ā· 7 months ago
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It all started here… thank you for everyone who followed me and interacted with me on Tiktok. You’re my community and I appreciate all of you. I started the beginning of my content creation career here and have learned so much along the way. You can find me on Instagram, YouTube, Substack, and Bluesky. Comment down below if you have any recommendations on where to move my content to. Thank youā¤ļøā€šŸ©¹
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samidemonster Ā· 8 months ago
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When I Lay my Vengeance Upon Thee— Issue 1 from BOOM! Studios (Dramatic Review)
When I Lay My Vengeance Upon Thee— a brand new series from BOOM! Studios just dropped this week! #BoomStudiosPartner written by Gus Moreno with art by Jakub Rebelka.
I loved the first issue, it grabbed my attention instantly and I love the art. This is a controversial exorcist story with Christian lore and dark supernatural elements šŸ‘¹ā›Ŗļø have you read this one yet?
Find a local comic shop near you or order online!
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samidemonster Ā· 8 months ago
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Final order cutoff for BOOK OF CUTTER is TODAY! 12/23! Find a local comic shop near you!! I’m stoked for this one. I can’t wait to see Maxine again? And discover a new house 😁 #BoomStudiosPartner
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samidemonster Ā· 9 months ago
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Jeff Lemire’s Minor Arcana Issue 3 Overview/ Review (Video + Review)
Have you been reading MINOR ARCANA by Jeff Lemire (legendary comic creator)? Issue three dropped on Wednesday 11/13 and I’m absolutely loving the series. This is your sign to run to a local comic shop near you RIGHT NOW! I’ve partnered with BOOM! Studios to bring you weekly review videos, and this one is a series you do NOT want to miss out on!
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Here is a quick overview + review video. This one is definitely one of my favorite ongoing series at the moment!
What if your mom was the storefront psychic in your small town that you spent your whole life running away from? She’s a joke, you thought to yourself, a fraud. None of that stuff is even real.
But it’s okay because you’ve left that all behind, or so you thought. Now you’re back home to help your mom who is sick, and on top of that you’re going through a break up. Complicated parental relationships are never easy. Uprooting your life to come back home is isolating. This is not where you thought you would be in your mid-twenties.
But just as you thought things couldn’t get more complicated, you discover that you’re actually the one with physic abilities. These confusing powers manifest as weird dream walking-Esq episodes and physic interactions with the dead. You’re transported somewhere you can’t explain.
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As we follow Theresa’s story in Minor Arcana by Jeff Lemire, we see her navigate so many complicated emotions—Her rocky adult relationship with her mother, how she chooses to interact with and view all the townspeople, navigating a fresh breakup, and revisiting her old high school sweet heart just to be embraced with cold arms.
As we see Theresa commune with the dead and witness love separated by both time and death, we see her initially reject what she saw. Are our loved ones really frozen in time waiting for us on the other side? Fortunately, Theresa stepped up and we see an emotional conclusion to that subplot in issue 3. She spent her whole life running from this town, but these new found abilities might result in her embracing the community she has run from.
Jeff Lemire’s water color-Esq art style really elevates the themes of this issue, it truly feels like we are dream walking with Theresa. I look forward to leaning more about her powers and where they come from— and does her mom really have psychic abilities? As the motif IS tarot cards, we see each townsperson represents a different tarot card and each new issue will have a tarot card variant cover. I had the honor to interview Jeff Lemire at San Diego Comic Con this year, and he has put so much passion and research into this. Definitely check this video out!
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-Sami DeMonster (All opinions are my own🫶) Video is brought to you by BOOM! Studios, but this written review is not paid content. #BoomStudiosPartner
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samidemonster Ā· 9 months ago
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Power Rangers Prime #1: A Reimagined Sci-Fi Power Ranger Story for New and Old Fans Alike
Melissa Flores just wrapped up the year-long event from BOOM! Studios, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Darkest Hour. Now she’s back, this time with artist Micheal YG and colorist Fabi Marques, to give us a brand-new take on Power Rangers. This is a great starting point for anybody new to Power Rangers, or for those who just want a great Sci-Fi story regardless of what fandom it belongs. Power Ranger Prime #1 hit comic shops this Wednesday and sold out before release, a second printing has been announced, so let’s talk about it. I write this as somebody who doesn’t know much about Power Rangers, so this is a very fresh perspective and reaction.
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In 1953, Earth faces a new threat: aliens. The Beast Brigade invades, and the Power Rangers step up to defend the planet, but their efforts fall short. Just when all seems lost, another alien species, the Eltar, step in to save humanity. Unfortunately, their rescue comes at a price—they are here to colonize Earth. They bring with them centuries of technological advancements, thus creating a sci-fi cyberpunk/solarpunk-esque backdrop in this story. Now, Earth is home to multiple alien species, all impacted differently by their colonizers, the Eltar.
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But where have the Power Rangers gone? The Eltar presumably aim to control and be Earth’s one and only savior. And the Power Rangers threaten that goal, so they are hunted down and criminalized. This brings us to Lauren, seemingly one of the last remaining Power Rangers, who is on the run and fighting for her life.
In this world, being a Power Ranger is a responsibility and power kept among a small group of people passed down for generations. It’s cultural and familial. Lauren comes from a long line of Power Rangers. She was born into this identity, an identity that now puts her life and autonomy at risk. Her family, community, and history have been ripped away from her. This legacy was never Lauren’s choice, and now the governmental entity meant to protect humans is targeting her, making this one of many examples in this comic that explore themes relevant in our society today.
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After barely escaping Eltar armed enforcement, Lauren finds herself clinging to life and seeking shelter in a dumpster. Fortunately for Lauren, a young college student named Mark, a refugee from another alien planet, finds her. In a moment of courage, he saves her, and their fates become intertwined. Mark and his roommate, both refugees, decide to protect and hide Lauren from the authorities. All three of these characters share experiences that come with being refugees—being displaced from their homes and communities. As the story progresses, we meet other students from Angel Grove University, including the son of a high-ranking Eltar general. Though introduced as a foil to Mark, his intentions and allegiance are unclear. It is implied he has a reason to protect Lauren’s secret. Jun might be the unexpected fourth member of our new generation of heroes or follow in his mother’s footsteps and be a threat to the legacy of the Power Rangers.
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As a new Power Rangers reader, I had no trouble following the story. The issue does a great job of introducing the world, lore, and characters in a way that’s accessible and natural. Now, I can’t speak on past lore, but my sources tell me that the appearance of the VR Troopers is an exciting Easter egg for established Power Ranger fans.
The decision to make being a Power Ranger a birthright explores what it means for one’s identity to be criminalized. Much like the globalization of our world, we see multiple species and identities living together in one society, all impacted by the ruling class in different ways. Power Rangers Prime #1 is an action-packed and socially relevant reimagining of the Power Rangers franchise. This urban sci-fi world is visually brought to life with the art of Micheal YG and the colors of Fabi Marques, highlighting the importance of the small details that make the world feel real. This series has officially drawn me into the Power Rangers fandom.
Issue 1 of Power Rangers Prime #1 is available now in comic shops and online. Find a local comic shop near you! Locator below:
https://www.comicshoplocator.com
https://www.boom-studios.com/archives/power-rangers-prime-1-first-look/
(Note: This comic was gifted to me by BOOM! Studios. This review article/blog is not paid or sponsored. All opinions are my own.)
-sami DeMonster
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samidemonster Ā· 9 months ago
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Erica Slaughter from Something is Killing the Children’s Rebellion is Her Empathy and Compassion (4am Thoughts)
Something Is Killing the Children issue 0 has continued to explore Erica Slaughter’s empathy and compassion. We really see how much she puts her heart and soul into every life she comes across, every kid she tries to save. These last few issues have been prequel episodic monster-of-the-week type stories and they have really fleshed out Erica so much more as a character.
I can see how much James Tynion IV and Werther Dell’Edera love Erica, and I like that we have taken a little step back from these high stakes plot lines to focus on these contained character-exploration based issues.
Erica rebels against The Order ultimately by holding onto her compassion and empathy despite all the continuous trauma and death. Pushing through her loneliness and lack of support she still holds onto that part of herself. And that’s true strength.. being soft in a hard world.
The Order of St.George became the everything they wanted to destroy- monsters. And Erica Slaughter’s humanity IS her rebellion.
And I love her so much.
-Sami
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samidemonster Ā· 1 year ago
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THE WICKED + THE DIVINE… thank you for everyone who told me to read this. Its brilliant so far! I’m really loving it! This is getting me out of my reading slum. Written by Kieron Gillen
Art by Jamie McKelvie
Colored by Matthew Wilson
Lettered by Clayton Cowles
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samidemonster Ā· 1 year ago
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SOMETHING IS KILLING THE CHILDREN 37 REVIEW
I’ll never stop talking about this series. I love Erica SO much!
Written by James Tynion, Illustrated by Werther Dell’Edera, Colors by Miquel Muerto
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