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.
We’re sad to report the cancellation of long-running animated comedy adventure series “The Venture Bros.” by Adult Swim. Series creator Jackson Publick confirmed the news on Twitter. “Unfortunately, it’s true: #VentureBros has been canceled. We got the highly disappointing news a few months ago, while we were writing what would have been season 8. We thank you, our amazing fans, for 17 years of your kind (and patient) attention. And, as always, We Love You.”
We’ll admit it- “Jurassic Park” is still one of those franchises that’ll get our dollars when a new title comes out. Yes, we’re still a little burned out from the most recent two installments- “Jurassic World” and “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom”- but we’re more willing to give them a chance with the next entry, “Jurassic World: Dominion.”Considering the return of the saga’s most notable personalities like Sam Neill, Laura Dern, and Jeff Goldblum- we’re downright hopeful again. Colin Trevorrow, who wrote the screenplay with Emily Carmichael, based on a story by Trevorrow and his writing partner, Derek Connolly, is directing.This brings us to…
Low and behold, Tom Cruise still thinks he’s absolutely invincible, as the latest video for an insane “Mission: Impossible 7” stunt shows. Just yesterday, director Christopher McQuarrie shared the first image from the 7th installment of the franchise, and it left us all wondering what the hell the stunt would be that used such a large ramp. This morning, a video was shared showing the stunt in question, and yes, that IS Tom Cruise on the motorcycle. We cannot get over how freaking crazy that looks. Kudos to Cruise, who just celebrated his 58th birthday in July. Holy. Crap. If…
This is another one of those times we’re left scratching our heads, asking “what the absolute heck is this?!?” Someone, somewhere, thought “Tattooed Teenage Alien Fighters from Beverly Hills” was a good idea for a real, honest to goodness tv series as an answer to “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers.” YUP, this was totally a real show, you guys. Animation studio DIC had a pretty heated rivalry with Saban, which resulted in a few Power Ranger knockoff attempts, like “Tattooed Teenage Alien Fighters,” and “Superhuman Samurai Syber-Squad.” And, some enterprising person added the entire first episode to Youtube, which you can…
Take this however you will, but it would seem that Ridley Scott, visonary director of such seminal pieces of film as “Blade Runner,” “Gladiator,” and that 1984 Apple Mac commercial is still hell-bent on bringing another chapter in the “Alien” universe. Let’s take a moment to reflect on “Prometheus,” and “Alien: Covenant.” Good concepts on paper, kinda, but fan reception firmly place both films somewhere in the vein of “what the hell were you thinking, Ridley?” Add into those the disastrous “Exodus” film…we’re sort of leery of Scott in the director’s chair for a film again.And of course, “The Martian,”…
While we’re all struggling to come to terms with the sudden passing of actor Chadwick Boseman, we’re very thankful to have so many wonderful performances to revisit when we miss him. Like his turn as Jackie Robinson in “42,” James Brown in “Get On Up,” Thurgood Marshall in “Marshall,” and the groundbreaking superhero performance of T’Challa in Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther.”This brings us to a memory of Boseman’s appearance on “Saturday Night Live,” when he showed up on sketch “Black Jeopardy” as King T’Challa. Sure, it’s not one of the incredible historical performances, but it sure is entertaining. You can…
We love finding clever ways to celebrate some of our favorite films and fandoms, and thankfully the never ending supply of boardgames continues to produce gems. Like Bill & Ted’s Excellent Board Game!From Steve Jackson Games (Munchkin), check it out: Strange things are afoot in bill & ted’s excellent board game! collect personages of historical significance in order to pass your oral history report. But beware! every time you bag someone, the phone booth breaks heinously, and your adventure through time will take a most serious turn! be excellent to each other . . . And party on, dudes! You…
We’re pretty excited to report that the much beloved Superman radio serials are making a comeback, thanks to someone at Warner Bros. discovering the lost scripts. Announced as part of DC FanDome Day 2, the audio drama has a pretty fabulous sounding cast, and we can’t wait to hear it! Previous Superman voice actor Tim Daly is on board for at least one of the episodes, as are Daniel Dae Kim (“LOST,” “Hawaii 5-0”) and Wilson Cruz (“Star Trek: Discovery”)! While we’re not sure on specific roles these folks are playing, take a gander at the rest of the vocal talent on board:…
Day 2 of DC Comics’ DC FanDome is coming later this month, and we’ve got a little teaser trailer and basic schedule for ya. Here’s the sneak peek video as posted by DC Comics: The return of the Superman radio serial! (Read more about that here.) WatchVerse: Panels include the official introduction of WBTV’s Batwoman, as well as Superman & Lois, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, DC’s Stargirl, Black Lightning, expanded versions of The Flash (TV) and Titans panels that debuted during Hall of Heroes, and so much more. An UNCENSORED Q&A with the animated version of “Harley Quinn.”A supervillains panel with actors who’ve played…
We are so pleased to report the news of a live script read with “The Princess Bride” cast is happening later this month! This news is not to be confused with that adorable and well meant “The Princess Bride” live reenactment Quibi did with notable personalities. Stars Cary Elwes (Wesley, Dread Pirate Roberts), Robin Wright (Buttercup), Carol Kane (Valerie), Chris Sarandon (Prince Humperdink), Mandy Pantinkin (Inigo Montoya), Wallace Shawn (Vizzini), Billy Crystal (Miracle Max), director Rob Reiner, and special guests are joining together to raise money for the Democratic Party of Wisconsin.The reunion read through will only air once, on…
