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 couldn’t NOT let you know how “Tiger King” himself Joe Exotic imagines himself involved in the next President’s term. Yes, the current Federal Medical Center Fort Worth inmate, who recently announced his engagement, really wants a position in President Trump’s official cabinet.Joe Exotic wants to be the head of the Department of Fish and Wildlife. You can read excerpts from his letter via RadarOnline.
Netflix has revealed even MORE casting for season 2 of their live-action adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender.” Here we have more members of the Earth Kingdom, including Earth Rumble tournament wrestler, THE BOULDER! Also, boy are we excited to see a “Battlestar Galactica” alum joining this cast. The series following Aang, the young Avatar, as he learns to master the four elements (Water, Earth, Fire and Air) to restore balance to a world threatened by the terrifying Fire Nation. The entire original animated series, as well as “Legend of Korra” are streaming in their entirety on Netflix. Season 1…
“Skeleton Crew,” “Andor” season 2, “Ironheart,” “The Bear” season 4, “Goosebumps: The Vanishing,” “Alien: Earth,” “Daredevil: Born Again” and more all were teased in a brand new sizzle reel from Disney+. Obviously some of these hit in 2024, but most of them are releasing on the house of mouse streaming service in 2025. Check out the sizzle reel now:
This just in- according to Deadline and other reports throughout Hollywood, the historic La Brea lot that houses the Jim Henson Studios complex may have a new potential buyer. You may recall the recent scare that Scientology was possibly in the running to take control of the lot which once was the site of Charlie Chaplin’s historic studios. Thankfully, that didn’t end up happening, but the new possible buyers have us interested.Word is that musician John Mayer and director/producer McG are in talks to purchase the lot.This story is developing…
Shigeru Miyamoto introduced the first look at Donkey Kong Country, the brand new land at Universal Studios Japan which is set to open December 11th. The video was released today during a special Super Nintendo World Direct.There was also a look at the Minecart Madness roller coaster, which will be opening sometime in 2025.
This just in-while we’re still not sure why the hell anyone would want a “Harry Potter” tv series, HBO is moving full-Hogwarts Express steam head on the project. This of course means casting will happen eventually, and that’s what brings us to today’s rumor. According to the usual suspects, Mark Rylance (“Ready Player One,” “The Outfit”) is being eyed to play the headmaster of the school for wizardry and witchcraft, Professor Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore.If the stars align, Rylance would become the third actor to bring the iconic character to life in a live-action project. Richard Harris played the…
We want to start by saying Disney and Marvel Studios are STUPID to have the 3rd season of animated series “What If…?” be the end of the show. Considering bigtime families the Fantastic Four and X-Men are about to join the live-action MCU officially and open up another full universe of stories to tell, why end it at 3? Also, “What If…?” is awesome! The official trailer for season 3 has all kinds of blink and you’ll miss it goodies, but perhaps the most exciting (other than Howard the Duck) is who wields Mjolnir at the end. Perhaps my FAVORITE…
Today during Marvel Studios’ panel at D23 Brazil, a final trailer for “Captain America: Brave New World” was released. Harrison Ford is taking on the role of General Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross, who was originally played by the late William Hurt. Liv Tyler, who played Betty Ross (the General’s daughter), will be joining the film, making the character’s official MCU debut. Anthony Mackie‘s Sam Wilson has become Captain America. We are very pleased to report Carl Lumbly will be back as Isaiah Bradley, the original super soldier. We first saw him appear in “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” alongside Mackie and Sebastian Stan. Danny Ramirez is also returning as characterJoaquin…
We are very sorry to share the news that Tony Todd, star of “Candyman,” “The Crow,’ and numerous other projects throughout his career, has passed away. His passing was confirmed by his reps. Tony Todd was 69.
*sigh*As if the news this week couldn’t be more divisive, here comes updates from a galaxy far, far away. Apparently Simon Kinberg will be tackling the next trilogy of films for “Star Wars.” He will be writing and producing. Kinberg was a consultant during the relaunch of the franchise following Disney’s purchase of Lucasfilm, specifically lending his opinions to “The Force Awakens.”This comes after reports of Kinberg wanting to revisit and reboot Paramount’s “Star Trek” films, and after his proposed “Battlestar Galactica” projects (a film and a tv show) didn’t pan out. This story is developing…
