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Robert Kirkman is a pretty big deal these days. The creator of The Walking Dead comic book series has led his characters to their horrific deaths while amassing tons of regular readers and record viewers on the AMC show based on the comic. This past weekend was kind of a big one for Kirkman, a 36…
Every week, the folks at iTunes find a movie they like and make it available to rent for the low, low price of $0.99. I’m here to tell you whether that film is worth your hard earned dollar. This week, Tim Burton examines the fine line between art and kitsch through the oversized ocular organs…
It’s no secret that the titles, characters, and games that are popular at comic conventions aren’t necessarily the same as what the general public is into. Never is this more evident than when you see the reaction the stars of Firefly and Serenity get when they enter a room full of their faithful convention fans….
The impressive spectacle that is New York Comic Con hit its apex late Saturday afternoon when the main stage was conquered by Marvel and Netflix. The casts of both the hugely successful Daredevil and the upcoming Jessica Jones series greeted the packed theater to deafening cheers. I’ll admit that even this fairly reserved writer screeched like…
Agent Phil Coulson has had quite the career in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the company’s television branch. So when he shows up at New York Comic Con you better believe people lose their minds. Sure, we knew the fans liked Agents of SHIELD and Agent Carter, but this weekend saw another sold out panel covering…
Every week, the folks at iTunes find a movie they like and make it available to rent for the low, low price of $0.99. I’m here to tell you whether that film is worth your hard earned dollar. This week, iTunes takes us behind enemy lines and deep into the heart of “The Troubles” of…
Science Fiction is known as one of the most creative and exciting movie genres. It’s full of endless possibilities like alien lifeforms, exotic planets, killer robots, and time travel. The plot devices used in sci-fi allow for some of the most bizarre and unique events, adventures, and stories to be told. Even the most questionable…
What do narwhals and donuts have in common? They’re the two main ingredients of the insanely addicting mobile game Sky Whale. The game is a real-life version of the app created by two middle-schoolers in Nickelodeon’s Game Shakers, a comedy about two girls who create a successful app as a school project. Not only…
Okay so in hindsight I was a bit overly optimistic about September movies. But October really is good, I swear! There are some early Oscar contenders alongside blockbusters and plenty to choose from for the Halloween fan in all of us. The number of titles is hefty this month. Fourteen wide release movies means you’ll…
Every week, the folks at iTunes find a movie they like and make it available to rent for the low, low price of $0.99. I’m here to tell you whether that film is worth your hard earned dollar. This week, iTunes explores its softer side with a warm and cuddly, live-action adaptation of Paddington. “I’ll…
This is the quarter when lots of artists are dropping albums. For music geeks, this is an exciting time of musical-anticipation (and sometimes overwhelming stress). New albums are chances for reinvention and exploration and who knows if the artist will put forth a new gem or try too hard and flop terribly. It’s always a…
Watch out Carmen and Juli Cortez! There are new spy kids in town. Project MC2 stars four pre-teen girls who work together using science to save the day. They’re part of a spy organization called NOV8 (pronounced “innovate”), an elite operation for smart women around the world. McKeyla McAlister, Adrienne Attoms, Bryden Bandwenth, and Camryn…
Every week, the folks at iTunes find a movie they like and make it available to rent for the low, low price of $0.99. I’m here to tell you whether that film is worth your hard earned dollar. This week, Oscar Isaac and Jessica Chastain aim to build an empire while staying on the right…
Spider-Man is easily one of the most prominent characters in Marvel and comics history. Period. He’s been a staple in the comics world since 1962 when he first appeared in the anthology comic book Amazing Fantasy #15. From nerdy high school kid to freelance photographer to body swapping with one of his archenemies to even…
Every week, the folks at iTunes find a movie they like and make it available to rent for the low, low price of $0.99. I’m here to tell you whether that film is worth your hard earned dollar. This week, iTunes takes us on a trip through the weird, brutal, and bleakly effervescent world of…