Author: Heath Andrews

When we talk about media franchises, sometimes it’s easy to forget how long certain ones have been running for. In this case, we’re thinking about “Gundam.” Anime and non-anime fans alike know the name. When it comes to mecha series, it’s the one that sets the standard by which all others are compared. And while it has seen its share of adaptations in various media, it has not yet received a live action film. That’s about to change.  On February 5th, Bandai Namco released a press statement announcing their Filmworks division is pressing forward with a live action Gundam film.…

If you’re a frequent visitor of Nerdbot, then you know there are some projects and topics that we’re especially fond of. We’ve got our fondness for NASA, Stephen King adaptations, and “Frasier.” But one of the upcoming shows we’re particularly looking forward to is Apple TV+’s adaptation of the classic cyberpunk novel, “Neuromancer.” The William Gibson classic series chronicles the tale of a man named Case who is tasked by a man named Armitage to perform an elaborate heist. We already know Callum Turner is playing Case, and now we know who’s playing Armitage. Mark Strong (“Dune: Prophecy,” “The Penguin”)…

It’s interesting sometimes to see how certain programs stand the test of time. There are some shows that come and go without really leaving an impact while others have an almost evergreen quality to them. The art of television, when crafted with passion and care, can pass long from generation to generation. Such is the case apparently, with “Little House on the Prairie.” Surprisingly enough the show has gained a strong following while streaming on Peacock. That interest has been enough to trigger Netflix to order a reboot. The origins of “Little House on the Prairie” date back to the…

Viral images have a way of shaping people’s perception of things even in the face of other information. A narrative can easily form without context or other details that would help explain things in a different situation. The internet also creates room for rampant speculation when something spreads so quickly. So, when Google Earth images started floating around of the word “HELP” written in the ground of a vacant lot in LA, things escalated pretty quickly. Local police did go to that location to see what was going on. There was nothing suspicious, and no evidence of criminal activity. (And…

The Master of Horror John Carpenter is a legend. With movies like “The Thing,” “Christine,” “Halloween,” there’s no challenging that. (There’s also “Big Trouble in Little China” and “Escape From New York,” of course.) And beyond all of this, not only is he a brilliant screenwriter and director, but he’s also a damn fine musician too. Those skills are going to be put on full display in spooky season of 2025 thanks to a series of shows at The Belasco Theatre in Los Angeles. It’s pretty common knowledge that the musical motif for “Halloween,” that chilling piano, is the work…

Author Stephen King is one of the most adapted writers of all time, most certainly in the modern era. This has led to a number of classic films like “The Shawshank Redemption” and “Misery” alongside some stinkers like “Dreamcatcher” and that 2022 remake of “Firestarter.” But to give King credit, he hasn’t shied away from viewing these adaptations and giving thoughts. He famously did not like Stanley Kubrick’s “The Shining,” while heavily admiring what Frank Darabont did with “The Mist.” He also has some thoughts on the next movie hitting theaters based on one of his stories, and it’s safe…

For many a year, toaster waffles were accompanied by the phrase, “Hey, l’eggo my Eggo!.” Yeah, attempted waffle stealing was rampant in the 90s. That advertising campaign has been embedded into many a person’s memory and has cemented Eggo as the dominant waffle brand. It’s also a given fact that waffles and ice cream go together, that’s why we have waffle cones. And while this isn’t quite the combination it could’ve been, this Eggo ice cream is sure to hit the spot. Eggo has three flavors you can enjoy in both pint and sandwich form. You’ve got blueberry, buttery maple,…

The mid to late 90s were one heck of a time for female led movies about magic and witches. In 1996 you had “The Craft,” in 1998 you had the television series, “Charmed” and the cult classic film, “Practical Magic.” The former two have had follow ups in the form of a sequel film and a series reboot. The tale of the Owens family is not finished, as we have an update for the project, and who’s directing it. Emmy and Oscar winner Susanne Bier is in talks to direct “Practical Magic 2” for Warner Bros. Pictures. The film is…

Hell hath no fury like a fired employee who has access to your IT systems. That isn’t an actual historical adage but it’s one that certainly holds true. Remember what Dennis Nedry did to the park systems in “Jurassic Park?” The British Museum found themselves in their own system shutdown though when a fired employee decided to come back into the workplace, wreck the IT systems, and cause a partial shutdown of the museum. On January 23rd, police were called to The British Museum. They arrested a man in this 50s. He reportedly caused damage to the IT and security…

The California wildfires have been absolutely devastating on a level that can be hard to conceptualize, even for people living in the area. Major news outlets have done a tremendous job keeping viewers up to date with new fires, evacuations and the impact to the effected communities. Hollywood delayed award ceremonies during the height of the fires. Big name musical artists are coming together for a duo of benefit concerts on January 30th to raise money for relief. Times of crisis can lead to acts of great kindness and heroism. That heroism comes in many forms, as Watch Duty app…