Author: Ada Blood

The Asylum is a studio known for turning out mockbusters at breakneck speed. Sometimes, even releasing their version before the movie they are knocking off. Such is the case with the company’s newest film, “Predator: Wastelands,” releasing just a few days before 20th Century Studios’ “Predator: Badlands.” Asylum’s “Predator: Wastelands” centers on an alien hunter who arrives on Earth. In doing so, he defeats a gang of warlords, making him a surprise folk hero to the disenfranchised locals. Now, he is teaming up with them to beat the warlords’ ruthless leader. This new film is directed by Ryan Ebert, who…

With cooler weather in the air, winter (aka holiday movie season) will soon be upon us. Macaulay Culkin is celebrating the 35th anniversary of “Home Alone” by reprising his role as Kevin McCallister in a new ad for Home Instead. The first of these spots, titled  “Home But Not Alone,” has him reuniting with Old Man Marley’s granddaughter. In the 1990 film, Culkin defends his family’s house against bumbling buglers with a series of boobytraps. The first ad in the series still has him protecting his childhood home, but this time against the ravages of age. Home Instead It opens with…

We have some fun news for all you “Eloise” fans out there. Netflix is developing a live-action film based on the beloved children’s books by Kay Thompson, illustrated by Hilary Knight. Amy Sherman-Palladino (“Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”) will direct and co-write, and Ryan Reynolds will produce and co-star.  The live-action “Eloise” film will star newcomer Mae Schenk as the titular character. Reynolds is described as playing an “original villainous character.” Principal photography for the project is set to start this month. While plot details are currently under wraps, the project will be an original adventure based on the books. Sherman-Palladino is writing…

Happy Godzilla Day to all who celebrate! Toho Studios has already given us a huge bit of Kaiju news. Director Takashi Yamazaki is helming a sequel for his Oscar-winning “Godzilla Minus One,” called “Godzilla Minus Zero!” Like the first film, the title is also being stylized as “Godzilla -0.0.” The title was announced by the studio during a celebration event in Tokyo earlier this morning. Toho even revealed a teaser logo and some first-look artwork for the film. Production on “Godzilla Minus Zero” is set to begin later this year in New Zealand and Norway. However, the cast and crew…

We’re back with another edition of Urban Legend: Fact or Fiction. In this chapter, we are going to explore a long-debated Hollywood tale: can villains use iPhones in movies and TV shows? The Story Did you know Apple has a clause in its brand deals that prevents villains from using their phones in movies and TV? So, any character you see with an iPhone, you automatically know cannot be the wrongdoer. And once you start to notice, it’s spoilers galore.  Evidence There have always been rumblings about the strange stipulations behind brand deals. In 2006, NBC was sued by Emerson…

We know some readers come to Nerdbot for a daily dose of cuteness. And today, we will not disappoint them! Imagine being at a “The Lord of the Rings” themed wedding in Hobbiton, and suddenly Frodo himself shows up! In a viral TikTok posted on October 27th, we see a couple getting married at the Hobbiton Movie Set in New Zealand. The site contains the real-life “Shire” from Sir Peter Jackson’s LotR films. It hosts 44 hobbit holes (including Bag End), and The Green Dragon Inn. This makes it a very popular wedding location for fans, allowing their parties to…

The Wicked Witch is getting a fluffy makeover courtesy of Plushie Dreadfuls. The company has just launched an Oz Collection by Victorian McGee. Putting a fuzzy new spin on this beloved story. Plushie Dreadfuls toys specifically focus on promoting emotional well–being, empathy, and acceptance in its products. Each plushie is “acting as a symbolic companion for unspoken emotions.” These dolls are comforting companions that actively encourage individuals to identify and explore their inner emotions. The Oz Collection is a celebration of the emotional journey each character must undertake. The Oz Collection: Thoughts On The New Line “The stories of Oz…

Streaming giant Netflix has added another exciting upcoming series to its roster. The company’s UK arm has officially opened up the writers’ room for “Dangerous Liaisons.” The show is backed by BAFTA-winner Nicôle Lecky (“Mood”), Emmy nominee Drew Comins’ Creative Engine, and Fifth Season. The series is based on Pierre Choderlos de Laclos’ 1782 French novel “Dangerous Liaisons,” which was previously adapted into a 1988 film. This upcoming version will be set in modern-day London.  Laclos’s novel centers around Marquise de Merteuil and Vicomte de Valmont, aristocratic ex-lovers. To amuse themselves, they embark on a twisted game of seduction and…

You may think you’ve seen Stanley Kubrick’s “The Shining,” but have you seen it in IMAX? Well, if you answered “yes,” we all know you’re a big liar, because the film has never been shown in IMAX…until now… Kubrick’s 1980s adaptation of Stephen King’s 1977 novel will be hitting the big screen once again, but this time bigger, and in higher definition.  “The Shining” centers around writer Jack Torrance (Jack Nicholson), a recovering alcoholic who accepts a job as the winter caretaker for a hilltop hotel in the Rocky Mountains. Between the location and a heavy snowstorm, Jack, his wife…

Director Guillermo del Toro is known for his unique blend of gothic horror and the fantastical. His latest film “Frankenstein” is set to Netflix on November 7th, after a small theatrical run. In preparation for its wider release, Insight Editions has put out the gorgeous official companion book, “Art and Making of Frankenstein.” This new book offers a behind-the-scenes look at del Toro’s long-sought-after film. Featuring exclusive interviews with the director, crew, and stars like Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth, and Christoph Waltz. Readers will also get to see concept art, period-specific props, locations, costumes, and deep insights into…