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.

South by Southwest (SXSW) is happening in Austin right now, and boy did the Disney Parks folks bring down the house with their news drop. From a surprise appearance by the one and only Robert Downey Jr., new rides, and updates to existing attractions, we’re excited for what’s coming to the parks. Especially this one. Mando and Grogu Coming to Smuggler’s Run Not only did we get news of an update coming to the Millennium Falcon ride, but we got a surprise drop date for Jon Favreau’s upcoming movie “The Mandalorian and Grogu.” “One of the cool things about Disney…

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South by Southwest (SXSW) is happening in Austin right now, and boy did the Disney Parks folks bring down the house with their news drop. From a surprise appearance by the one and only Robert Downey Jr., brand new rides, and updates to existing attractions, we’re excited for what’s coming to the parks. Stark Flight Lab Ride RDJr. shared some insight into the upcoming Stark Flight Lab, coming to Avengers Campus at California Adventure. In Tony Stark’s workshop, guests will board  “gyro-kinetic-pods,” and takes inspiration from Tony’s robot helpers, Dum-E and Dum-U. “Transferring from a track to a robot arm…

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Yes, another “Resident Evil” film is on the horizon. Director of “Barbarian” Zach Cregger will helm. We’re hearing this will focus more on the horror elements. And as of today, we know what studio will be handling the flick. This “Resident Evil” reboot has landed at Sony Pictures, who originally shepherded the franchise. Constantin Film, who still own the film rights for the property since the 1990s, will produce this reboot along with PlayStation Productions. No word on possible story, plot, or casting yet. We’ll let you know what we hear about this and other news.

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A piece of Walt Disney Animation history is getting his own starring vehicle. No, not another member of Mickey Mouse’s usual inner circle of Minnie, Goofy, Donald, and Goofy. But rather someone who’s roots run deeper at the House of Mouse. We’re talking of course about Oswald the Lucky Rabbit!Apparently “The Mandalorian” guru Jon Favreau has written a live-action/animation hybrid series about the character, and will produce for Disney+. Oswald was created in 1927 by Walt Disney. He starred in 27 animated shorts! Universal Pictures took control of Oswald in 1928, prompting Walt to create the Lucky Rabbit’s replacement- Mickey…

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This just in in,sounds like HBO is getting closer to having their cast set for their upcoming television adaptation of “Harry Potter.” We know who’s playing Dumbledore, but what about the other notable teaching staff for the school of witchcraft and wizardry? Well, according to one source who claims exclusive knowledge of such things, Oscar nominee Janet McTeer (“Ozark”) may play Professor Minerva McGonagall. Along with that, the same source claims Emmy nominee Paapa Essiedu (“The Capture”) is in final talks to play Professor Severus Snape.Please keep in mind neither of these are done deals yet. “We appreciate that such a high-profile…

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This just in-according to certain sources (*cough* Deadline *cough*) Grammy winner Charli XCX is a frontrunner for a very important role in Oscar winner Greta Gerwig’s upcoming “Chronicles of Narnia” project for Netflix. First announced back in 2018, the “Barbie” director was announced as helming the film(s) in 2020. Things have been pretty quiet since then, but every so often, we get a nibble of news. Charli XCX is reportedly being looked at to play Jadis, the iconic White Witch who bribes Edmund to betray his siblings with hot chocolate and Turkish Delight. The role was last portrayed in live…

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You know how sometimes food can resemble other items? Grilled cheese with the image of the Virgin Mary or Jesus burned on it, a garden-grown gourd shaped like something it’s not. Stuff like that. But what about when a Flamin’ Hot Cheeto looks like an iconic Pokémon? Well, when that happens, you apparently auction it off for around $87,840, naturally. For comparison, here’s an actual Charizard card. And the aforementioned ‘Cheetozard’ card. “Presented is a 3-inch long Flamin’ Hot Cheeto in the shape of the Pokémon Charizard, affixed to a customized Pokémon card and encapsulated in a clear card storage…

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We are so excited for season 2 of Tony Gilroy’s incredible “Star Wars” series, “Andor.” The story follows Captain Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) and his early days in the Rebellion, fighting against the Empire. Season 1 completely floored us with it’s strong writing and even stronger performances. A new look at the upcoming season reveals more rebellion, more intrigue, and more familiar characters from the universe. “These 12 episodes are going to take us over the next four years into ‘Rogue One,'” Gilroy says about the two-part second season. Some have said an event from “Star Wars Legends” will be…

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We are so very sorry to share the news of the passing of George Lowe, best known as the voice of iconic tv personality, Space Ghost. You probably also heard his voice if you watched things like “Aqua Teen Hunger Force,” “Robot Chicken,” “Squidbillies,” and countless other Cartoon Network and adult swim fare. Lowe was 67.

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