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.

At long last, an official trailer for Disney’s upcoming live-action “Snow White” adaptation has been released. This film as experienced numerous delays, and no shortage of controversy. It stars Oscar nominee Rachel Zegler (“West Side Story,” “Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes“) as Snow White, with Gal Gadot as the Evil Queen. Marc Webb directs. It features all-new original songs from Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. The film hits theaters March 21st, 2025. Check out the trailer now:

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With holiday box office records getting smashed by “Wicked Part One,” other studios are trying to get in on the excitement. Sony Pictures has released the opening 8 minutes of their upcoming Spider-Man adjacent film “Kraven the Hunter.”  Aaron Taylor-Johnson as the Marvel Comics character and sometimes Sinister Six member, Sergei Nikolaevich Kravinoff, aka Kraven.We’re still not sure who exactly this movie is for, but, here’s the opening 8 minutes. “Kraven” hits theaters December 13th.

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It’s a rare day with the Devourer or Worlds himself shares some cool things from the set of “Fantastic Four.” Ralph Ineson (“The VVitch,” “Game of Thrones”) will be portraying the great Galactus in Matt Shakman’s (“WandaVision”) upcoming film. Obviously this is exciting for numerous reasons. This will be the First Family of Comics’ official debut in Marvel Studios’ Cinematic Universe (MCU). The cast alone is cause for celebration. And from what we’ve seen so far, the production design is absolutely perfect.Ineson took to X (formerly Twitter) to share some things, like one of the wrap gifts from Marvel. That…

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Another animated superhero is coming back in an all-new adventure. Mighty Mouse, pint-sized hero with a big punch and even better theme song, is reportedly making his way back to theaters. Reports indicate Ryan Reynolds’ Maximum Effort production banner, along with writer Matt Lieberman, are developing an animated feature film for Paramount Animation. Details are extremely limited at this time other than the project being in some form of development. What we’d REALLY like to find out about is whether or not Reynolds is still trying to do something with Dragon’s Lair. Also, if Andy Kaufman really is alive somewhere,…

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There’s been a fairly troubling trend in movie theaters the last few years. No, it’s not just your standard rude people talking at full volume, or even the less-frequent people lighting up a full joint. The most annoying (and illegal) thing people are currently doing is filming and taking photos of the movie screen during the film. For whatever reason, it’s largely TikTokers and various young persons engaging in this, and specifically the Universal Pictures’ release “Wicked Part One.” Sure, we get it- you’re really excited to be seeing your favorite musical get a big studio adaptation with a strong…

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A second official trailer for Paramount Pictures’ “Sonic The Hedgehog 3” was released this morning, and boy is there a lot to take in. Ben Schwartz returns as Sonic, with Jim Carrey as Dr. Robotnik and Gerald Robotnik, Idris Elba as Knuckles, and Colleen O’Shaughnessey as Tails. For this flick- Keanu Reeves will voice Shadow! Alyla Browne is playing Maria. Jeff Fowler returns to direct the third entry in the franchise.“Sonic the Hedgehog 3” hits theaters December 20th. Check out the trailer now:

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This is one of the films we are extremely excited for. Anytime Oscar winner Guillermo del Toro makes a movie, we KNOW there’s gonna be some incredible visuals. Toss in his ultimate passion project from a little story by Mary Shelly, and we cannot wait for GdT’s “Frankenstein.”Vanity Fair just released a handful of first-look images for various upcoming releases, but this stunning photo is what we’re here to talk about. It’s SOOOOO Bernie Wrightson’s Frankenstein, which we know GdT has cited time and time again as one of his biggest inspirations.  “Gothic romance was born partially out of the…

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Noah Hawley’s (“Legion,” “Fargo”) upcoming entry into the “Alien” franchise could be really interesting. We have high hopes for the series, which will be coming to Hulu (and Disney+) next year. A new teaser for “Alien: Earth” was released this morning, and while it doesn’t show a lot, there is so much style there!Also, we know “Alien: Earth” takes place two years before the action in “Alien.” When a mysterious space vessel crash-lands on Earth, a young woman (Sydney Chandler) and a ragtag group of tactical soldiers make a fateful discovery that puts them face-to-face with the planet’s greatest threat.…

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We are SO EXCITED to share the first teaser for the upcoming live-action “How to Train Your Dragon” film from Universal Pictures!!! On the rugged isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been bitter enemies for generations, Hiccup (Mason Thames) stands apart. The inventive yet overlooked son of Chief Stoick the Vast (Gerard Butler), Hiccup defies centuries of tradition when he befriends Toothless, a feared Night Fury dragon. Their unlikely bond reveals the true nature of dragons, challenging the very foundations of Viking society. With the fierce and ambitious Astrid (Nico Parker) and the village’s quirky blacksmith Gobber (Nick…

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It’s almost time to see the return of the Man Without Fear. Charlie Cox will again don the red devil cowl of the protector of Hell’s Kitchen, and go toe-to-toe with Wilson Fisk. “Daredevil: Born Again” is probably one of Disney+’s most anticipated new series for the coming year, and we cannot wait to see it. “A few years have passed,” Cox told Empire Magazine about the return. “In that time, Matt, Foggy, and Karen have found a pretty good rhythm. Matt’s made peace with his role both as a lawyer and a vigilante. Then, of course, shit hits the…

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