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 sure love our post apocalyptic genre projects around here. From “Mad Max” to “Fallout,” from “See” to “Defiance”- we’ve watched it and/or are excited to watch it. Which brings us to some news from this past week regarding post apoc flick, “The Book of Eli.” Alcon Entertainment is currently shopping around a tv series based on the film. John Boyega is set to star as the titular Eli, who was played in the film by Denzel Washington. This prequel would apparently take place roughly 30 years before the film, which would theoretically put it right in the era of…

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If there is one thing I’m personally thankful to Taylor Swift and Beyoncé for, it’s the long-forgotten art form of the concert film being celebrated again. I say this because for decades, I’ve subjected my friends to my embarrassingly large collection of concert films and performance videos. Some people get it- bringing the artist and band right into your living room. Some people don’t- why not just go see the show? Well, I do both, I enjoy both, and we’re sort of in a concert film Renaissance again. Last year, A24 re-released the iconic Talking Heads “Stop Making Sense” concert…

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This just in- a brand new “Jurassic Park” film is reportedly in the works. All we really know thus far is David Koepp, who wrote both the original 1993 Steven Spielberg film and it’s 1997 sequel, is penning the script. At present, there is no director nor cast mentioned. But, according to THR, things may be far enough along for a possible 2025 release?! What!It may possibly take cues/timeline from the most recent entries from the “Jurassic World” franchise. Deadline claims exclusive knowledge of the flick being a “complete reboot,” but of the “World” not “Park” films. This story is…

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This just in-Sounds like “Tron: Ares” has just gained one of our absolute favorites- Gillian Anderson! According to reports, she has joined the third “Tron” film, alongside already confirmed stars Jared Leto, Cameron Monaghan, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Sarah Desjardins, and Jodie Turner-Smith. There is VERY little known about the plot of the film, but, Disney has confirmed it will follow Leto as Ares, who comes to the real world from The Grid. Joachim Ronning (“Pirates of the Caribbean“) directs from a script by Jesse Wigutow and Jack Thorne.Cameras are rolling on “Tron: Ares” now.

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GREETINGS, Programs! We have some VERY exciting news from The Grid that we think you’ll want to hear. Cameras are finally rolling on the third “Tron” film! Director Joachim Ronning (“Pirates of the Caribbean“) is helming “Tron: Ares,” which will star Jared Leto (who is also producing), Cameron Monaghan (“Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, Survivor”), Evan Peters, Greta Lee (“Past Lives“), and Jodie Turner-Smith (“Queen and Slim”).At present, there is no likely release date, but we’ll let you know what we hear.

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We hope you are ready to master your element, because the live-action adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” is almost here! Netflix has been developing the series for some time, and it may be one of the most anticipated projects they’re releasing this year. This morning, the streaming giant released four new character posters highlighting our main characters. As you can see, the series will hit Netflix February 22nd, 2024. Check out the series teaser now:

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This just in-It appears that longstanding publication Sports Illustrated has laid off their entire staff. According to sources, Sports Illustrated publisher The Arena Group missed a $2.8 million payment to Authentic, the license holder for the 70-year-plus company. This lead to Authentic severing the deal.Front Office Sports has the inter office email sent to employees. “… We were notified by Authentic Brands Group (ABG) that the license under which the Arena Group operates the Sports Illustrated (SI) brand and SI related properties has been officially revoked by ABG. As a result of this license revocation, we will be laying off staff that work on…

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A happiest of birthdays to American songstress and national treasure, Dolly Parton! The absolute gem is gifting fans- and the world, honestly- with a very special treat. As shared on her official Instagram, Parton has released four previously UNreleased songs! You can find the treats on the newly released “Rockstar Deluxe” edition. The original released last year.  The new tracks include “Rockin’ It (Live),” “Hit Me With Your Best Shot,” “Mama Never Said,” “Two Tickets To Paradise,” “Jolene (featuring Måneskin),” and “Stay Out Of My Bedroom.” Also, extra awesome bonus tracks on the album- “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “The Entertainer,”…

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We are delighted to share the first gameplay trailer for Bethesda’s upcoming “Indiana Jones” game. We’ve been super excited to see anything from it, and it looks like so much fun! Also, bonus Marcus Brody! Troy Baker, who voiced Joel in the “The Last of Us” game series, is voicing Indy. Maybe that’s why it sounds…not as good as it could? Also, yes, that’s Tony Todd in the trailer, too. But we digress- Uncover one of history’s greatest mysteries in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle™, a first-person, single-player adventure set between the events of Raiders of the Lost Ark™…

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