Author: Mary Anne Butler

Mary Anne Butler (Mab) has been part of the fast-paced world of journalism since she was 15, getting her start in album reviews and live concert coverage for a nationally published (print) music magazine. She eventually transitioned to online media, writing for such sites as UGO/IGN, ComicsOnline, Geek Magazine, Ace of Geeks, Aggressive Comix (where she is still Editor-in-Chief), Bleeding Cool (where she was News Editor), and now Nerdbot as Editor-In-Chief. Over the past 10 years, she’s built a reputation at conventions across the globe as a cosplayer (occasionally), photographer (constantly), panelist and moderator (mostly), and reporter (always). Interviews, reviews, observations, breaking news, and objective reporting are the name of the game for the founder of Harkonnen Knife Fight, a Dune-themed band with an international presence. Though she be but little, she is fierce.

Right on the heels of Emilia Clarke spilling the dragon beans, here comes good ol grandpa George RR Martin with a big confirmation. Yes, the Kit Harrington-starring Jon Snow “Game of Thrones” spinoff series is happening. Yes, it’s current working title is “SNOW.” Martin confirmed the show’s existence and working title on his NOT A BLOG blog. Yes, there is a Jon Snow show in development.   The HOLLYWOOD REPORTER story was largely correct.   And I would expect no less from James Hibberd…..Our working title for the show is SNOW. Martin went on to confirm Clarke’s story, that the idea for…

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Who woulda thought the person to confirm a Jon Snow spinoff series would be the last person he killed in King’s Landing? We’re speaking of course about the recent story regarding the King in the North getting his own show, starring Kit Harrington. The confirmation- or at least confirmation that it’s been talked about- came from the one and only Daenerys Targaryen herself, Emilia Clarke. While doing press for the upcoming stage play “The Seagull” (a classic Anton Chehkov work), Clarke spoke with the BBC about the rumored Jon Snow series. Which, we would like to point out, has not…

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The grand Maestro of Movies John Williams is probably stepping away from his chosen profession after his current project. The 90-year-old composer of our cinema dreams came out of retirement to handle a few bars of music for the galaxy far, far away. As a true delight, Williams will be scoring a 5th installment of the ultimate adventure franchise, “Indiana Jones.” Williams also may have just outed fellow legend Harrison Ford’s plans for retirement following that film, too. “At the moment I’m working on ‘Indiana Jones 5,’ which Harrison Ford — who’s quite a bit younger than I am —…

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This just in-we MAY still be getting that long-gestating “The Green Hornet and Kato” film from Universal. Word today is that “Invisible Man” helmer Leigh Whannell may be in talks to direct. Back in 2020,  David Koepp (“Jurassic Park,” “Mission: Impossible”) was announced as writing the script for the project. It’s unclear if this film will use Koepp’s script, but it’s likely. This will be a live-action film, and not (we think) related to Kevin Smith’s animated series. Smith’s series takes place in a contemporary/modern setting, with a re-imagined Green Hornet and Kato as they battle crime in Century City. But…

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We can all agree we’re REALLY looking forward to Marvel Studios’ “Thor: Love and Thunder,” right? The second Asgardian directorial outing for Taika Waititi and 4th “Thor” solo film is right around the corner. A new trailer was released earlier today, and we thought we’d point out some things. Screaming Goats! Seriously though, get someone to look at you the way Thor looks at his goats. VERY Kirby-esque Celestials Valkyrie gets new armor! Thor fits right in with the Guardians of the Galaxy Written and directed by Taika Waititi, “Thor: Love and Thunder” again stars Chris Hemsworth, Tessa Thompson, Jamie Alexander, and Natalie Portman as Thor, Valkyrie,…

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This entry is part 2 of 5 in the series SDCC 2022

There are days we wish we had more shelf space for Beeline Creative’s amazing Geeki Tikis. From “Lord of the Rings” to “Star Wars” and everything in between, these nerdy ceramic tiki mugs and glasses are the perfect thing for showing off your fandom in a fancy way. With San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) right around the corner, more and more exclusives are being revealed by companies. It’s SHOWTIME! Geeki Tikis has teased one of their upcoming SDCC 2022 exclusives, and it’s got our attention. Say his name three times, and have a drink? “Beetlejuice” is a perennial favorite around here,…

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Baby Colin Robinson has entered his terrible 2s and trying 3s in the newest trailer for FX’s “What We Do In The Shadows” season 4. Nandor (Kayvan Novak), Laszlo (Matt Berry), Nadja (Natasia Demetriou), Guillermo (Harvey Guillén), and The Guide (Kristen Shaal), are struggling to be parents to baby/toddler Colin Robinson (Mark Proksch). We do know that FX already ordered seasons 5 and 6!  “What We Do in the Shadows” is based on the film of the same name from Taika Waititi and Jemaine Clement, has been growing in popularity since premiering in 2019. “What We Do in the Shadows” season 4 will…

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We’ve joked about it before, but everything really is a musical now! “Back To The Future,” one of the iconic touchstone 80s films, is heading to Broadway. While currently playing through an engagement in London’s West End, the show will bow in New York in 2023.An Olivier Award-winning stage musical, “Back to the Future: The Musical” features music and lyrics by Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard, with a book by Bob Gale, adapted from the original screenplay by Robert Zemeckis and Gale. This is truly a can’t-miss show for all you Marty McFly lovers out there.The official “Back To The…

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Today marks the season finale of Disney+’s “Star Wars” series, “Obi Wan Kenobi.” While reception has been decidedly mixed across the internet, everyone agreed on the big thing- seeing Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen together again is freaking awesome. A major question has arisen with the finale, though. Would either actor want to return for more? Of COURSE they would! “[Obi-Wan Kenobi] was definitely conceived as a standalone story. But I would love to continue with this character,” Christensen said, semi-pitching a Darth Vader spinoff. “You know, I think there’s certainly more there to explore and I would be so…

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A new “Star Wars” record has been set. Just a few minutes ago, an X-Wing miniature, Red Leader to be precise, sold at auction for $1.9 million. With buyer’s premium included, the final price tag is actually $2.3 million! It was originally expected to sell for $500,000-$1,000,000. This is a screen matched piece, used in “Star Wars Episode IV- A New Hope” in 1977. You can see the listing from Propstore here. It now holds the record for the highest-value piece of memorabilia sold from the films.

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