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-Ahmir ‘Questlove’ Thompson will apparently be directing an adaptation of Disney’s classic “The Aristocats.” Reportedly, this will be a “live-action hybrid” film. (Think Jon Favreau’s “Jungle Book.”) The 1970 animated feature film was directed by Wolfgang Reitherman, who happened to bookend it with “The Jungle Book” and “Robin Hood.” When we last heard about this project, Will Gluck and Keith Bunin were reportedly working on a script. This story is developing…
Marvel Studios star Jonathan Majors was arrested earlier this weekend. He was held and charged with strangulation, assault, and harassment. This stems from a report filed by a 33-year-old female, who sources say may or may not be Majors’ girlfriend. He was taken into custody on March 25th by the NYDP.Criminal defense lawyer Priya Chaudhry claims Majors is “entirely innocent” in a statement. “Jonathan Majors is completely innocent and is provably the victim of an altercation with a woman he knows. We are quickly gathering and presenting evidence to the District Attorney with the expectation that all charges will be…
If you were a fan of “Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella” Disney released in the 1990s, we’ve got some great news! The one and only Brandy will be reprising her role for the upcoming “Disney Descendants: Rise of Red!” She’ll be joined by Paolo Montalban, who played Prince Charming in the 1997 musical. Of course, the late great Whitney Houston will not be able to join the festivities as the Fairy Godmother. Melanie Paxson will be taking on the magical part.A first-look teaser was recently released, which gave us our first look at Brandy and Montalban’s return. A synopsis for “Rise…
This just in-Actor Jonathan Majors has been arrested in New York. According to police, a “33-year-old male was involved in a domestic dispute with a 30-year-old female.” Majors, who recently starred in Marvel Studios’ “Ant-Man and The Wasp Quantumania,” and MGM’s “Creed III,” was taken into custody for charges of strangulation, assault, and harassment. “The victim informed police she was assaulted,” the NYPD said. “Officers placed the 33-year-old male into custody without incident.”This story is developing…
This just in-it would appear Funko has fired the majority of the Mondo staff. This comes after the Pop Vinyl empire began to crumble earlier this year. Reportedly, Funko literally dumped upwards of $30 million with of product due to lacking sales. Mondo has been one of the leaders is high-quality collectibles, including but not limited to specialty soundtrack and score albums, glasses, toys, t-shirts, and of course, those amazing posters. According to The Wrap, the toys and soundtracks division is still kicking (for now), but the rest of the Austin-based Mondo staff has been let go. Gizmodo reports additional…
Zack Snyder announced Full Circle, a special 3 day celebration of the Snyderverse films. The event takes place in April, and proceeds will go to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. The three Warner Bros. Pictures films that make up the Snyderverse’s DC Comics titles are “Man of Steel,” “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice,” and “Justice League.”Full Circle sold out almost as soon as it was announced. Probably because Snyder “and special guests” will be in attendance, and signing autographs. Zack and his producer wife Deborah Snyder have used their considerable influence and position to continually raise awareness and…
This just in-hot on the heels of the news Damon Lindelof’s “Star Wars” project has gone the way of Patty Jenkins’ “Rogue Squadron” and Kevin Feige’s film, we know who WILL be stepping in to pen a new movie in the galaxy far, far away. A new film will see the return of Daisy Ridley as Rey, who we last saw in “Rise of Skywalker.” “Peaky Blinders” creator Steven Knight will be writing the script. Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy (“Ms. Marvel”) is currently on board to direct. Like with everything from Lucasfilm, we’re expecting more information during Celebration London in May. Both Jenkins…
This just in-Oscar nominee Jon Spaihts, who co-wrote “Dune” parts one and two with Denis Villenueve and Eric Roth, has been tapped to tackle the screenplay for Netflix’s upcoming fiilm adaptation of “Gears of War.” The popular video game series has long been rumored for a series or film.“’Gears of War’ is one of the all-time great action games, with vivid characters, a beautifully designed world, and a combat system that drives home the lethality of war and the importance of standing by your squadmates,” Spaihts said. “It wants to be cinema, and I’m thrilled to have the chance to…
This just in-long serving executive producer of Marvel Studios productions Victoria Alonso has reportedly departed the company. No one is sure why, and no official statement or reason has been given.This story is developing…
“Gargoyles” is one of the most underrated cartoons of the 1990s. It’s got an amazing art style, darkness, the evils of man- all while tossing in world mythology and one of the best assembled voice casts this side of “Batman The Animated Series.” So many of the iconic “Star Trek” franchise actors and actresses show up to voice characters, such as Jonathan Frakes as villain David Xanatos, Brent Spiner as Puck, as Michael Dorn as Coldstone, and Marina Sirtis as Demona to name a few. But imagine you’re Frakes, visiting a convention (PlanetComicCon in Kansas City), and a cosplayer approaches…
