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.

We didn’t think it was going to happen, honestly, but we’re DELIGHTED to report that Apple TV+ has ordered a 3rd AND 4th season of “Mythic Quest!” Yes, we were waaaaay late to the party on this series. We’ll be the first to admit it. But, it’s certainly a show that we’ve fallen in love with. Huh. Maybe our watching it all the way through three times in a week (what, we had to show it to EVERYONE!) helped?The news was announced by Apple TV’s official Twitter account. WHICH ALSO included some big name news! Apple TV+ Head of Programming…

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If you’ve never had the pleasure of reciting William Shakespeare’s “Star Wars,” maybe this new title won’t be as exciting to you. But, for those drama kids and galaxy far, far away enthusiasts, it’s kind of the best thing ever. It also isn’t the ONLY popular franchise to get The Bard treatment, as “Back To The Future” now ALSO has very special iambic pentameter release from Ian Doescher. Celebrate Back to the Future with this illustrated adaptation of the cult classic script, retold in Shakespearean verse by the best-selling author of William Shakespeare’s Star Wars. In the iconic film by Robert Zemeckis and…

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Today, it is the legend. “Dune Part One,” Denis Villeneuve’s retelling of Frank Herbert’s seminal work, finally hits US theaters and HBO Max. It’s been a very long journey for this production, and we’re so glad it’s finally releasing. Part of the recent chatter about the 2hour35minute long film has been focused on whether or not Warner Bros. Pictures would greenlight the second half. We’ve known for years the plan had been to split the first “Dune” novel into two parts, so this isn’t really a big surprise. This flick had been delayed by over a full year due to…

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You’ve been waiting for it, and it’s finally here! After delays aplenty, the first trailer for Tom Holland-starring “Uncharted” film is here!Holland stars as adventurer Nathan Drake, the main character of the ever-popular Uncharted video game series from NaughtyDog. He’s joined by fellow treasure hunter Victor “Sully” Sullivan, played by Mark Wahlberg.It’s kinda weird to see Holland as a bartender, because in our mind, he’s still Peter Parker the teenager. Ruben Fleischer directs this film, from a script by Rafe Judkins (who happens to be the showrunner for “Wheel of Time), Art Marcum, and Matt Holloway.”Uncharted” is scheduled to hit theaters…

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If God created Arrakis to train the faithful, so too did Denis Villeneuve with his film “Dune.” We can say that with complete certainty after finally witnessing the visual blessing. For me personally, Frank Herbert’s “Dune” has been my “Star Wars.” Obsessed with, haunted by, impassioned. This is a story that spoke to me, like it did everyone who loves it, on a certain level that has continued to evolve and change. In early 2017, Villeneuve was confirmed to be tackling this massive tome for Legendary Pictures. We hadn’t seen his “Blade Runner” sequel yet (it released in October of…

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It used to be that no amount of wishful thinking in the guise of headlines from outlets would resurrect a series. Try as they might, fans just can’t get Netflix’s Marvel series back. That’s not to say the stars themselves aren’t interested in returning, either. Because Charlie Cox as least has been very vocal about wanting to return to Hell’s Kitchen as Daredevil.Cox has said this, frequently and loudly, since “Marvel’s Daredevil” was cancelled after three seasons on the streaming giant. Of course with Marvel Studios properties one of the biggest draws for House of Mouse streaming service Disney+, it…

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We are so delighted to share the news that hit glass blowing competition series “Blown Away” is returning for a special holiday edition on Netflix! “Blown Away: Christmas” is hosted by “Queer Eye” star Bobby Burke, with resident evaluator Katherine Gray returning. Featuring contestants from across seasons 1 and 2, this holiday edition of the glass blowing competition sees fun and festive Christmas themed challenges for the artists. The only not great thing about this is the episode count. Only 4! Here’s what Netflix has to say about the release: Blown Away is cranking up the heat for a spectacular…

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This is one of those projects that immediately peaked our interest when it was announced. Aaron Sorkin, one of our favorite writers, doing a day-in-the-life film about one of America’s most important television series from the 1950s- “I Love Lucy.” Starring two heavy hitters as Lucille Ball (Nicole Kidman) and Desi Arnaz (Javier Bardem), “Being The Ricardos” aims to paint a picture for audiences of what things were really like for Lucy and Ricky during the absolutely grueling production on their CBS hit. We love the flashes of J.K. Simmons as William Frawley who played Fred Mertz, and Nina Arianda…

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Netflix knows fans are anxiously awaiting the drop of upcoming live-action series “Cowboy Bebop.” They KNOW, and this morning’s video release absolutely proves that. True, we’ve gotten other glimpses and photos of this adaptation, but never so much ‘in character’ time with our three leads.Starring John Cho as Spike Spiegel, Mustafa Shakir as Jet Black, Daniella Pineda as Faye Valentine, this space Western focuses on three bounty hunters, aka “cowboys,” all trying to outrun the past. The series also stars Alex Hassell and Elena Satine. The action, the SETS (omg some of those ships in situ), the music! We seriously cannot freaking wait for this show. We’re getting 10 episodes of…

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There is a code among online journalists, especially when you attend official premiere events well-before a film’s release. One in particular is adhering to studios’ requests to NOT SPOIL key elements or surprises. We all know how serious Disney-owned Marvel Studios is about this. Heck, Tom Holland alone has upped our knowledge of just how spoiler-police the powers that be are. So what happens when a journalist, representing one of the highest-lauded entertainment sites in the land, breaks this code?In a word? Nothing. Officially, that is.On Monday October 18th, Oscar winner Chloé Zhao’s “Eternals” had it’s world premiere at the…

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