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.

The next trailer for the upcoming Marvel Studios megahit “Avengers: Doomsday” hit this morning. This one introduces characters from Wakanda, Talokan, and New York. “Black Panther 2” stars Tenoch Huerta Mejía (Namor) and Mabel Cadena (Namora) are shown in flashes as Letitia Wright and Winston Duke lead a small group of warriors across a field to meet Fantastic Four member, Ben Grimm / The Thing (Ebon Moss-Bachrach). The cast for “Avengers: Doomsday” includes (but is not limited to) Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Vanessa Kirby, Anthony Mackie, Sebastian Stan, Leticia Wright, Paul Rudd, Wyatt Russell, Tenoch Huerta Mejía, Mabel Cadena, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Simu Liu, Florence Pugh, Kelsey Grammer, Lewis Pullman, Danny Ramirez, Joseph Quinn, David Harbour, Winston Duke, Hannah John-Kamen, Tom…

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Okay Paramount Skydance, you’re starting to reek of serious desperation. Take the hint! Warner Bros. Discovery does NOT want to play ball with you. This morning, the newly formed Paramount Skydance corp filed a lawsuit against Warner Bros. discovery because WBD won’t entertain any of the 8 offers they’ve made to purchase the entertainment giant. Instead, it sure seems like WBD is already in bed with Netflix and their $82.7 BILLION offer. Paramount Skydance filed in Delaware Chancery Court, citing a lack of “basic information to enable WBD shareholders to make informed decision” on WBD’s part. They’re seeking to “ask…

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One of my personal favorite John Hughes-written films is celebrating a big anniversary this year. “Pretty in Pink,” starring leading members of the Brat Pack including Molly Ringwald, Andrew McCarthy, and Jon Cryer, is celebrating the big 4-0! Fathom Entertainment is bringing the film back to theaters this February to mark the occasion. It also stars Harry Dean Stanton (as one of the most supportive parents in a Hughes film), James Spader (as the quintessential asshole), Kate Vernon (“Battlestar Galactica”), and my favorite, Annie Potts (as forever-fashion-goals record store owner Iona). “For Generation X, ‘Pretty in Pink’ captured the imaginations and hearts…

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Another year, another adaptation of a classic film property. We’re talking of course about the next take on one of the big monsters of cinema, “The Mummy.” Hot off the record-setting resurrection of “Evil Dead Rise,” writer/director Lee Cronin turns to one of the most iconic horror stories of all time with an audacious and twisted retelling: “Lee Cronin’s The Mummy.” The young daughter of a journalist disappears into the desert without a trace—eight years later, the broken family is shocked when she is returned to them, as what should be a joyful reunion turns into a living nightmare. The…

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Annnnnd Awards Season is well and truly upon us. Tonight, the 83rd Golden Globes are taking place at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, CA. Nikki Glaser returned to host, and kicked of the night with a purchase offer for Warner Bros. Pictures. She also gave a shout of for the Best Editing of the Year to the US Justice Department. She also asked George Clooney for advice about her Nespresso machine. We’ll be updating live with tonight’s winners in the following categories, so check back! Best Supporting Actress Motion Picture- Teyana Taylor for “One Battle After Another”Best Supporting Actor…

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This just in-2026 marks 25 years since the release of Sir Peter Jackson’s first “The Lord of the Rings” film, “The Fellowship of the Ring.” We’ve already covered several stories about the landmark anniversary, but we’re not done yet! This morning, Golden Voice announced a very special concert event coming to Los Angeles this July- Howard Shore’s beautiful Oscar winning score for “Fellowship” will be performed live in concert in it’s entirety at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, July 16th, 17th, and 18th! We don’t know who will conduct yet, or what orchestra will perform. (Fingers crossed for Emmy…

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Shocking no one, sounds like Disney’s upcoming live-action “Tangled” is eyeing a particular witch to join the cast. No stranger to the dark arts, Kathryn Hahn (“Agatha All Along”) is reportedly in talks to play Mother Gothel. In Disney’s animated version of the tale, Mother Gothel (voiced by the incredible Donna Murphy WHO IS AVAILABLE, YOU COWARDS) is the villain, who has a killer song you probably couldn’t escape following the release of the film. True, Hahn would be a better fit for the role than previously-in-talks fellow Marvel Studios alum Scarlett Johansson. Just yesterday, Disney revealed casting for the…

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Some news from middle-Earth and the universe of “The Lord of the Rings.” While no one will ever be able to top the performance of Vigo Mortensen as Aragorn son of Arathorn, we’re very curious to see how things shape up with “The Hunt for Gollum.” Timeline wise, the story takes place just before “The Fellowship of the Ring.” According to our friends at The One Ring during their TORN Tuesday weekly chat, casting is actually underway for Aragorn right now. (Here’s the fun part- Aragorn doesn’t age like a normal mortal man, due to his Númenórean heritage. In ‘Fellowship,’…

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The legend that is Sir Elton John will be celebrating a sobriety milestone this year- 35 years. The road hasn’t been easy for Elton, but he’s stuck with it. That’s one of the big reasons he’s releasing his own line of zero-proof libations. He joins other celebs who have gone that route, including “Spider-Man” star Tom Holland with his Bero. From the website: Elton John Zero is a new premium non-alcoholic drinks brand bringing joy and celebration to the world of 0%. It’s built on the belief that time spent together should feel good – in the moment and the…

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What a time Ryan Gosling is having! Not only do we get to see him in “Project Hail Mary” in March, but, he fulfilled many a fan’s dream by starring in an upcoming “Star Wars” film. Turns out that incredible chapter wasn’t everything, either, as the King of Movie Running showed up, and even filmed a lightsaber battle. We’re talking about Ethan Hunt. Maverick. Jack Reacher- Tom Cruise. A report from the New York Times reveals the bonafide movie star stopped by Shawn Levy’s set, and ended up “filming one of the lightsaber duels.” Apparently Cruise landed his helicopter on…

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