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 just in- after much back and forth, Neve Campbell will return as Sidney for the 7th installment of “Scream.” Kevin Williamson, who created the franchise and wrote the script for Wes Craven’s 1996 original film, will direct. (He also directed “Scream 2” and “Scream 4”.)The flick is due February 27th, 2026. This story is developing…

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We are very sorry to report the passing of the great Ken Page. You’d probably remember him best as the iconic villain in “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” Oogie Boogie. Page was a staple of Broadway, with roles in shows like “Guys and Dolls,” “Ain’t Misbehavin,” and of course, Old Deuteronomy in “Cats.” He was 70.

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We are very sorry to share the news of the passing of Kris Kristofferson. Many of our readers will no doubt remember him as Whistler, friend and co-vampire hunter to Wesley Snipes’ “Blade.” He also starred alongside Barbara Streisand in “A Star is Born” (1976), A statement was offered on behalf of Kristofferson’s wife, Lisa; his eight children, Tracy, Kris Jr., Casey, Jesse, Jody, John, Kelly and Blake; and his seven grandchildren.“It is with a heavy heart that we share the news our husband/father/grandfather, Kris Kristofferson, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 28 at home. We’re all so blessed for…

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It’s a bittersweet day for fans of STARZ’s “Outlander.” After 10 years, the series, based on Diana Gabaldon’s novels, has officially wrapped filming. The show’s official social media accounts marked the occasion with the following post and photos: Today marks the final day of filming on the final season of #Outlander. Words cannot express the gratitude owed to each and every hard-working cast and crew member who brought this incredible series to life and every single fan who supports it with passion, creativity, and dedication. Outlander really is more than just a show, it’s a family, and while filming might be…

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HBO has released the first teaser for season 2 of their hit series, “The Last of Us.” Based on the Naughty Dog video game series of the same name, “The Last of Us” takes place 20 years after the fall of modern civilization. After a fungus turns much of humanity into crazed, zombie-like, creatures. The story centers around Joel (Pedro Pascal), a world-weary survivor, that is hired to smuggle 14-year-old Ellie (Bella Ramsey), out of a quarantine zone. What starts as a small job soon becomes a brutal and heartbreaking journey. The pair has to traverse the dangerous remains of…

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Well, tis the season for new stylistic vampire films. This one comes from Ryan Coogler (“Black Panther”), and if the trailer is anything to go on, we’re in for a ride. Coogler wrote and directed the film. It stars Michael B. Jordan (“Creed,” “Black Panther”) in a dual role, Hailee Steinfeld (“Bumblebee,” “Arcane”), Jack O’Connell (“Ferrari”), Wunmi Mosaku (“Passenger”), Jayme Lawson (“The Woman King”), Omar Benson Miller (“True Lies”), and Delroy Lindo (“Da 5 Bloods”).Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers (Jordan) return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is…

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As things progress in the almost-ready-to-be-launched new era of DC Studios, one big question still remains. Who will play Green Lantern when the character gets another chance at live-action? Turns out, a “Friday Night Lights” alum. Word out of Hollywood is that Kyle Chandler (“Bloodline”) has been in talks to take on the mantle of Hal Jordan, one of the many bearers of the fabled Green Lantern moniker. This would be for the on-again-off-again now REALLY on-again “Lanterns” series for HBO. The series hails from Chris Mundy (“Ozark”), Damon Lindelof (“LOST,” “Watchmen”), and comic creator Tom King.We’ll let you know…

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Oscar winner Emerald Fennell is lining up her next big project, which just got two HUGE stars. Fennell is adapting Emily Brontë’s classic romance novel, “Wuthering Heights.” But who will play Heathcliff and Catherine Earnshaw? Why, Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie, naturally. Fennell will write, direct, and produce. Robbie’s LuckyChap will also produce. Cameras are expected to start rolling sometime in 2025. This story is developing…

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Marvel Studios has released a new teaser for their upcoming film, “Thunderbolts*.” What does the asterisk mean? No one knows yet! Florence Pugh (“Dune Part Two“) returns as Yelena Belova, Sebastian Stan as Winter Soldier, David Harbour as Red Guardian, Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Valentina Allegra de Fontaine, Wyatt Russell as John Walker, Hannah John-Kamen as Ghost, and Olga Kurylenko as Taskmaster. Harrison Ford joins the MCU as General Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross, and Geraldine Viswanathan replaces Ayo Edebiri. “Thunderbolts*” is set to hit theaters sometime in May 2nd, 2025. Check out the teaser now:

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