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.

This is one of those stories we are absolutely DELIGHTED to report on, because we REALLY want it to happen. Alex Proyas, “The Crow” director, has confirmed he’s currently developing a tv project based on another one of his darkly beautiful films- “Dark City.” While chatting with Bloody Disgusting during a recent press junket, Royas confirmed the project, and had this to say: “Dark City right now is really an intriguing one to me because we’re developing a series, a Dark City series…which we’re in the very early stages [of] but I’m having to reanalyze in order to construct a new story. I’m…

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In a shocking but awesome turn of events, it would appear that the saga of Britney Spears and her conservatorship is at an end. Her father, Jamie Spears, has decided to voluntarily step down as conservator of Britney and her estate. According to TMZ, new court docs were filed earlier today. A statement from Britney Spears’ lawyers reads as follows: This is a major victory for Britney Spears. I announced in Court on July 14 that, after 13 years of the status quo, it was time for Mr. Spears to be suspended or removed as conservator and that my firm…

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We’re getting ever closer to the (hopeful) release of Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune,” and that means the Warner Bros. / Legendary marketing teams are really starting to ramp up. This morning, a new set of character videos were released by IGN, introducing audiences to who exactly the formerly of Caladan House Atreides really are. Covering Timothée Chalamet as Paul, Oscar Isaac as Duke Leto, Rebecca Ferguson as The Lady Jessica, Jason Momoa as Duncan Idaho, Josh Brolin as Gurney Halleck, and Chang Chen as Dr. Wellington Yueh, the videos will explain a little more for those who have not read or…

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Just when you thought Disney couldn’t possibly find another feature to remake and reboot, they pick “Home Alone.” Sure, a product of its time in the days before cell phones, this Chris Columbus-directed, John Hughes written, John Williams’ scored holiday film is one of the greats. Fight. Us. Which brings us to today’s news, confirming the reboot/remake coming exclusively to Disney+. Included was casting confirmations- Archie Yates (“Jojo Rabbit”) will be taking on the lead as Max Mercer, young boy left behind while his family vacations in Japan. Other confirmed cast include Ellie Kemper (“The Office,” “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”), Rob Delaney (Peter from…

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We are so very sorry to report the passing of a 50-year veteran of television, Una Stubbs, has passed away. Perhaps best known in recent years for her portrayal of Mrs. Hudson alongside Martin Freeman and Benedict Cumberbatch on BBC’s “Sherlock,” Stubbs was no stranger to British television. With notable credits including “Call The Midwife,” “Worzel Gummidge,” and “The Worst Witch,” Stubbs was well-known and respected in her field.   According to BBC, Stubbs’ agent said she had been ill for a few months, and died at her home in Edinburgh surrounded by her family. She was 84.

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This morning, Netflix released the official cast list for the main 4 characters in their upcoming live action adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender.” The news was shared by Albert Kim, who will be serving as showrunner, executive producer, and writer of the series.Here’s what he had to say: GORDON CORMIER (he/him) is AANG (12), a fearless and fun-loving twelve-year-old who just happens to be the Avatar, master of all four elements and the keeper of balance and peace in the world. An airbending prodigy, Aang is a reluctant hero, struggling to deal with the burden of his duties while…

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This just in- it would seem troubles aren’t over yet for The CW’s live action “Powerpuff Girls” tv series. Star Chloe Bennett, who was tapped to play Blossom, has reportedly exited the show. You’ll recall the series had already filmed a pilot, which was scrapped. The network did decide to rework it with the same cast, and try again. Bennett reportedly did not reup her contract, due to “scheduling conflicts,” an inside source claims. This story is developing….

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Two musical juggernauts have finally collaborated on something, and it’s pretty awesome. Earlier this year, Danny Elfman released his first solo album in 37 years, and isn’t stopping there with new tunes. This morning, Elfman released a very special remix of “True,” with a little help from Nine Inch Nails’ Trent Reznor. “This is the first duet/collaboration I’ve ever done in my life, so to do it with Trent was a real surprise and a treat,” Elfman said in a press release. “He’s always been a big inspiration to me, not to mention he has one of my all-time favorite…

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We remember how excited we were when it was confirmed that our favorite cinematic Batman was returning. The one and only Michael Keaton will appear in the upcoming “The Flash” solo film as Bruce Wayne and Dark Knight- Batman. He’s not the only capped crusader showing up in the flashpoint-adjacent film, but, is by far the one we’re looking forward to the most. The very idea of an older Keaton in the cowl brings back up wishes for a live-action “Batman Beyond” film. ANYHOW. Since we know without a doubt we’ll be seeing Keaton in the full rubber suit again,…

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