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.

Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” continues to be one of the more anticipated films of the year. We’re not quite sure why, but there is something compelling about each of the teasers and trailers we’ve seen so far. Maybe it’s the color palette, maybe it’s the attention to detail (when Barbie steps out of her shoes, her feet maintain that signature tiptoe point). Or maybe it’s all Kate McKinnon as the Crazy Barbie. WHO KNOWS.In THIS trailer, Barbie and Ken get arrested, after she understandably throws a punch at a jerk who slaps her plastic ass. The film stars Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling as…

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If there’s one thing we love around here aside from “Dune,” its auctions of memorabilia. We can’t really explain why, but you have to admit, seeing pieces of Hollywood and cinema history- the ACTUAL pieces- is pretty cool. Every so often, there’s something that comes to the block that is without measure. Such is the upcoming listing for Propstore’s June Entertainment Memorabilia auction. We’re speaking of course about the late, great Carrie Fisher’s iconic Ceremonial Dress from “Star Wars: Episode IV- A New Hope.” Talk about a piece of history! This is believed to be the ONLY surviving complete piece…

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While we didn’t LOVE the first season of “The Wheel of Time,” we do agree the casting for each of these iconic characters from Robert Jordan’s (later finished by Brandon Sanderson) novels was pretty spot on. That’s why, yes, we’re pretty excited for season 2. This morning, Prime video released 8 first look images (thanks, Entertainment Weekly!) of whats to come in the second season. IT’S FREAKING AVIENDHA!! And, AND, the recast of Mat Cauthon, who will now be played by Dónal Finn.”The Wheel of Time” season 2 will premiere September 1st, 2023. Check out the images now:

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We are so very sorry to report the passing of actor Ray Stevenson. Probably best known by audiences for his role of Titus Pullo in HBO’s “Rome,” his credits also included Marvel Studios’ “Thor” films, “Black Sails,” “Punisher: War Zone,” and most recently, the Oscar winning film “RRR.” This news was confirmed by his team. No cause has been given. He was 58. Fans will be able to see him in the upcoming “Star Wars” series “Ahsoka” on Disney+, which is due out later this year. This story is developing…

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This just in-while the House of Mouse continues to feud with the state of Florida, a big change is coming to their Walt Disney World park. The immersive “Star Wars” Galactic Starcruiser hotel is officially closing September 28th-30th. “Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is one of our most creative projects ever and has been praised by our guests and recognized for setting a new bar for innovation and immersive entertainment,” the company said in a statement. “This premium, boutique experience gave us the opportunity to try new things on a smaller scale of 100 rooms, and as we prepare for its final…

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It may be the most anticipated animated film of the year. “Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse” will continue the tale of young Miles Morales (Shameik Moore), Peter B. Parker (Jake Johnson), Gwen Stacy (Hailee Steinfeld), and more as they meet even MORE Spider-Persons. This morning, Sony Pictures released 10 new character posters, showcasing some of the Spider-Fam we’ll be meeting. “Miles Morales returns for the next chapter of the Oscar®-winning Spider-Verse saga, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. After reuniting with Gwen Stacy, Brooklyn’s full-time, friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is catapulted across the Multiverse, where he encounters a team of Spider-People charged with protecting…

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We’ve been extremely excited for the return of “Futurama,” complete with the original voice cast. The 10-episode 11th season will apparently be hitting Hulu later this year!This season will continue the epic love story of Fry and Leela, the mysterious contents of Nibbler’s litter box, the secret history of evil Robot Santa, and the whereabouts of Kif and Amy’s tadpoles.  Billy West (Fry), Katey Sagal (Leela), John DiMaggio (Bender), Tress MacNeille (Mom), Maurice LaMarche (Kif), Lauren Tom (Amy), Phil LaMarr (Hermes), and David Herman (Scruffy) are all returning. Even Coolio, who voiced Kwanzabot, will have a post-humous appearance.”Futurama” season 11 hits…

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At long last, Martin Scorsese’s “Killers of the Flower Moon” has as trailer. Based on a true story, the film takes it’s cues from David Grann’s book of the same name. Set in 1920s Oklahoma, the film depicts the serial murder of members of the oil-wealthy Osage Nation, a string of brutal crimes that came to be known as the Reign of Terror. Scorsese directs from a screenplay he co-wrote with Eric Roth. It stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro, Lily Gladstone, Jesse Plemons, Tantoo Cardinal, Cara Jade Myers, JaNae Collins, and Jillian Dion. “Killers of the Flower Moon” has…

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Blumhouse’s upcoming live action feature film adaptation of popular video game “Five Nights at Freddy’s” has an official teaser! Jason Blum had been teasing SOMETHING all day, and eventually released not only a poster, but also some first look footage. Emma Tammi (“The Wind”) directs “Five Nights at Freddy’s” from a script she co-wrote with Seth Cuddeback and Scott Cawthon. The film follows a security guard who experiences a series of terrors at the pizza place he works nights at. The film stars Josh Hutcherson (“Ultraman”), Elizabeth Lail (“You”), Piper Rubio (“Unstable”), Kat Conner Sterling (“A Week Away”), Mary Stuart Masterson (“Isle of Hope”), and Matthew Lillard (“Scooby-Doo”). Animatronic designs and technology are being handled by the…

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We are delighted to share the news Disney+ just shared during their Upfronts presentation. Apparently all 4 “Indiana Jones” films, as well as “The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles” television series, are heading to Disney+! While “Young Indy” is absent from the main announcement, it is mentioned in the official press release (which you can read here). This will be the first time the series, starring Sean Patrick Flannery (“The Boondock Saints”) has been available for 15 years! All the “Indiana Jones” goodness will hit Disney+ May 31st, 2023. “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” hits theaters June 30th.

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