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-“Barbarian” filmmaker Zach Cregger will be the next director to tackle “Resident Evil.” Let’s remember mere months following the final film installment starring Milla Jovovich, there was immediate talk of rebooting the franchise. We’re hearing this will focus more on the horror elements. Constantin Film, who still own the film rights for the property since the 1990s, will produce this reboot along with PlayStation Productions. A bidding war is already happening, which such reported players as Netflix and Warner Bros. Pictures apparently vying for the undead film.We’ll let you know what we hear about this and other news.

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This just in-HBO’s on again off again now for real this time on again series “Lanterns” has just cast a pretty big piece of the puzzle. Ulrich Thomsen will reportedly be playing Sinestro, one of the most formidable villains in the Green Lantern universe. The series will center on John Stewart (Aaron Pierre) and Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler). Kelly Macdonald (“Boardwalk Empire,” “Star Wars: Skeleton Crew”) as Sheriff Kerry, Garret Dillahunt as cowboy William Macon, and Poorna Jagannathan as Zoe.This story is developing..

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Boy do we have some news today! Right on the heels of learning about what filmmaker Robert Eggers is working on next- a period piece called “WEREWULF”- we get word of another project. Apparently, Eggers will be directing a long-rumored sequel to “Labyrinth” for TriStar. Note, this is a SEQUEL, not a remake, reboot, or reimagining.This is the third director attached to the sequel. Previously, “Alien: Romulus” helmer Fede Álvarez was working on one. Then in 2017, “Scott Derrickson (“Doctor Strange,” “The Black Phone”) was going to direct from a script by (his now wife) Maggie Levin.Eggers will write the…

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At 5:30am (Pacific), the nominations for the 97th annual Academy Awards were revealed by “Saturday Night Live” star Bowen Yang, and actress Rachel Sennott (who stars in”Saturday Night”). The ceremony will take place March 2nd, 2025 with host Conan O’Brien.Here are the nominations: Best Supporting Actor: Kieran Culkin, ‘A Real Pain’ Edward Norton, ‘A Complete Unknown’Guy Pearce, ‘The Brutalist’Yura Borisov, ‘Anora’ Jeremy Strong, ‘The Apprentice’ Costume: Complete UnknownConclaveGladiator IINosferatuWicked Makeup and Hairstyling A Different ManEmilia PerezNosferatuThe SubstanceWicked Music- Original Score Volker Bertelman- Conclave Daniel Blumberg- The Brutalist Clément Ducol – Emilia Pérez Kris Bowers – The Wild Robot John Powell…

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This just in-it would appear that HBO has renewed hit series “The White Lotus” for a fourth season ahead of season 3 premiering. The multi-award-winning series is the creation of Mike White. Seasons 1 and 2 are available to stream on MAX. About S3 We don’t know much about season 3 yet, other than a pretty stellar cast including Leslie Bibb, Carrie Coon, Walton Goggins (“Fallout”), Sarah Catherine Hook, Jason Isaacs, Lalisa Manobal, Michelle Monaghan, Sam Nivola, Lek Patravadi, Parker Posey (“Best in Show,” “Lost in Space”), Patrick Schwarzenegger, Tayme Thapthimthong, Aimee Lou Wood, and Natasha Rothwell (who will be reprising her role from season 1). “The White Lotus” season 3…

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Well, we’re once again scratching our heads at decisions being made by Academy leadership regarding the Oscars. While we’re STILL WAITING for a Stunts category, another big change is coming to the 2025 Academy Awards Oscars ceremony. According to an email sent to membership by Academy CEO Bill Kramer and President Janet Yang, there will be no performances of nominated songs during this year’s ceremony. This news comes the day before the nominations are set to be revealed. You can read the email in full below: Dear Academy members, Our deepest thanks to all of you for your compassion and…

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While we were hard on Prime Video’s adaptation of “The Wheel of Time,” we’re willing to give the high fantasy series one more chance. The third season is due out in March, and a new set of 10 photos really tease a lot, if you know the books. After seeing the first teaser, we have pretty high hopes for this season.The casting we’ve been really looking forward to was revealed last year- Queen of Andor Morgase Trakand, who will be played by “Dune: Prophecy” star Olivia Williams, and Red Sister Elaida do Avriny a’Roihan who will be played by Shohreh…

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We are VERY excited to share the news that “Nosferatu” helmer Robert Eggers has announced his followup project. It’s another classic and iconic monster, a creature of the night. No, not another vampire. Instead, this project will be called “WEREWULF.”Eggers wrote the script along with his “The Northman” collaborator, Icelandic poet Sjón. It will reportedly take place in 13th century England, with dialogue true to the time period. And, we’re guessing, will center around werewolves.No word on casting yet, but “WEREWULF” was originally imagined to be another black and white film from “The Lighthouse” director. It currently has a release…

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Maybe it wasn’t your biggest Marvel Studios question going into 2025, but, what about more Benedict Cumberbatch and Doctor Steven Strange? According to the actor, it won’t be happening during “Avengers Doomsday.” BUT, but, a third Sorcerer Supreme solo film may be in the cards after that. According to Cumberbatch, Doctor Strange does not align with the “Doomsday” part of the story, so he won’t be a part of that particular film. “Is that a spoiler?” he quipped to Variety. “Fuck it!” “He’s quite central to where things might go,” Cumberbatch said, before hinting Strange would appear in a third stand-alone…

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We don’t *always* cover casting rumors, but, this is one we’re semi interested in? According to the usual suspects, it sounds like Ryan Gosling may be in some form of discussions to join a “Star Wars” project. Specifically, a film from Shawn Levy, who helmed Marvel Studios’ “Deadpool & Wolverine.” What’s interesting here is that Gosling wrapped on a pretty big sci-fi film recently. Based on Andy Weir’s (“The Martian”) third novel, “Project Hail Mary” completed filming in November of 2024. Gosling is playing main character Ryland Grace, a school-teacher-turned-astronaut who wakes up from a coma afflicted with amnesia. We…

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