Author: Mary Anne Butler

A strange thing appeared on a digital billboard in Los Angeles this week, a fan-driven campaign to get a sequel to Robert Rodriguez’s “Alita: Battle Angel” live-action film. They’re also raising money for charity!Now yes, we know the video isn’t the best due to the digital banding going on, but we were able to capture 3 of the 4 ads that rotate throughout the day.This is located on a highly visible corner of Wilshire Blvd in Koreatown, and will run until June 7th. So, a little background about that campaign, which you can read more about here. There was a…

This is a big shakeup in the world of comics, folks. After 25 years in business together, DC Comics has severed their business ties with Diamond Distribution. In a statement from DC Comics to ComicBook, a representative for the funny papers giant said: “After 25 years, DC and Diamond Comic Distributors are ending their long-standing relationship. Moving forward, comic book retailers can obtain their DC books from Penguin Random House, or their books and periodicals through Lunar or UCS comic book distributors. DC continues to be committed to providing the Direct Market with best in class service and the fans…

This story is currently still in rumor territory, but we are more than average confidence level in the likelihood of it being true. Apparently, Disney is looking back into their animated vaults yet again for a title to give the live-action treatment for. No, it’s not “Atlantis: The Lost Empire.”According to Daniel Richtman and his Patreon, Disney is currently planning to develop a live-action take on “The Black Cauldron.””The Black Cauldron” has long had a strange relationship with viewers, as fans of the books are still torn about just how faithful the cartoon is. [Spoiler- it’s not]There’s no word on…

Nerdbot Talks chats with Dan Fogler about his comic book “Brooklyn Gladiator #1” coming from Heavy Metal.

If there is one bright spot that 2020 can possibly deliver us, it’s the upcoming film adaptation of Frank Herbert’s seminal work of science fiction, “Dune.” Oscar nominated director Denis Villeneuve is bringing the worlds of Arrakis, Caladan, Giedi Prime and Kaitain to the big screen for Warner Bros. Pictures. The cast is STACKED with talent, and despite some issues with the stillsuit designs, everything sounds and looks like it’ll be absolutely incredible for fans of “Dune.” Cinematographer Greig Fraser is handling that duty for the film, and knows his way around big science fiction properties behind the camera. He…

Yeah, well, it WAS going to be an exclusive for SDCC 2020, and still is kinda. The good news is you’ll have a better chance at picking up one of these returning favorites- the Captain Picard Facepalm Statue.If you’ll recall this iconic moment with Sir Patrick Stewart from “Star Trek: The Next Generation” portraying Captain Jean Luc Picard of the Federation Starship Enterprise doing something we all do- faceplaming. The famous action can be seen in TNG’s third season episode 13, “Deja Q.” (Because of COURSE it has to do with Q, right?) Someone brilliantly decided to turn the reaction…

When word came down that Netflix was going to be adapting beloved anime “Cowboy Bebop” into a live action series, excitement was high. The very idea of seeing Spike and the gang take to our televisions again had fans cautiously optimistic. John Cho was announced as the lead, taking on the mantle of space cowboy Spike Spigel, described as “an impossibly cool ‘cowboy’ (bounty hunter) with a deadly smile, a wry wit, and style to spare. He travels the solar system with his ex-cop partner, Jet, pursuing the future’s most dangerous bounties with a combination of charm, charisma — and deadly…

We love Cup Noodle, we’re not afraid to say it. True, it’s a far cry from the ramen of our local hole-in-the-wall ramen shop, but we still love it. This brings us to this PRETTY AWESOME Nissin Cup Noodle model we found posted on the BandaiHobby Facebook page. There was even a gallery of the model. Unfortunately there weren’t any details yet on where or when the above model will go on sale, but you can bet we’ll let you know.

SAN DIMAS HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL RULES.We love “Bill & Ted,” and cannot wait for the third chapter of the franchise, “Bill & Ted Face the Music” to hit theaters eventually. We are delighted to share this adorable congratulations video from Bill & Ted themselves, Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, to the 2020 Class of San Dimas High School in Southern California. (you can see Reeves and Winter at timestamp 18:27 in the video below) “We know that it’s a tough time right now and you’re having to do this virtual graduation. We want to wish you the best of luck…

Following in the footsteps of other companies today, the Walt Disney Company pledges [to start] with a $5 million donation to non profits for social justice change. In an official statement from the Company, the House of Mouse declares to start with a $2 million donation to the NAACP.You can read the full statement here, or scroll down: BURBANK, Calif., June 3, 2020—The Walt Disney Company has pledged $5 million to support nonprofit organizations that advance social justice, beginning with a $2 million donation to the NAACP to further their longstanding work promoting social justice by eliminating disparities and racial…