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Movies : Movie Reviews
Cloverfield
Does Cloverfield live up to the hype? Yes it does!

Jan 29, 2008 - 12:51:15 PM

Movies : Movie Reviews
The Orphanage
The Orphanage is by far the scariest movie I have seen in a long, long time.

Jan 11, 2008 - 12:41:16 PM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
Sweeney Todd worked for me on a story-telling level, but the over abundance of musical numbers turned me off.

Dec 23, 2007 - 12:54:27 PM

Movies : Movie Reviews
National Treasure: Book of Secrets
National Treasure: Book of Secrets is a fine family alternative to seeing whatever cutesy animated film that is releasing this week.

Dec 21, 2007 - 11:07:18 AM

Interviews
Jason Retman and Diablo Cody on Juno
Nice little interview with Jason Reitman and Diablo Cody from when they were in Detroit promoting Juno.

Dec 21, 2007 - 10:50:32 AM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Juno
A rather quirky film that should appeal to todays audiences with it's wit, likeable if not lovable characters portrayed by a perfect cast, and way too many comedic verbal fusillades to count, Reitman and Cody surely have a hit with Juno.

Dec 21, 2007 - 10:23:01 AM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story
Walk Hard is, at it's core, a funny movie that delivers the laughs, but falls short in character development.

Dec 21, 2007 - 10:03:27 AM

Movies : Movie Reviews
I Am Legend
Disappointed. That is how I Am Legend left me feeling. Kind of like opening the greatest Christmas present ever and finding that the batteries didn't come with it and every single store is closed.

Dec 14, 2007 - 12:54:06 PM

Movies : Comics Movie Reviews
Hitman
A genetically engineered hitman sets out to track down those who betrayed him. Based on the best selling video game.

Nov 21, 2007 - 13:00:33 PM

Movies : Movie Reviews
August Rush
Convinced that music is the key to finding his parents (Keri Russell and Jonathan Rhys Meyers), 11 year old Evan (Freddie Highmore) leaves the orphanage and ventures out into the world. He discovers an awe inspiring talent for music within himself that he uses to help his parents find him.

Nov 21, 2007 - 12:56:16 PM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Blade Runner: The Final Cut
The lights go down, the projector hums. Up on the big screen is Blade Runner, a movie that has gained an immense following over the last 25 years, myself included. With multiple versions of the film out there, hopefully Blade Runner: The Final Cut will be the (groan) final cut.

Nov 16, 2007 - 10:40:57 AM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Seeker: The Dark is Rising
A rather lame attempt to entice Harry Potter fans to spend even more money.

Oct 8, 2007 - 12:00:35 PM

Movies : Movie Reviews
The Heartbreak Kid
The Farrelly brothers couldn't decide if they were making a mainstream movie or a “Farrelly brother's comedy”.

Oct 8, 2007 - 11:45:58 AM

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Feast Of Love
A fine little film with a great cast. Would make a great date movie for established couples.

Sep 28, 2007 - 16:31:56 PM

Movies : Movie Reviews
The Darjeeling Limited
The Darjeeling Limited would make a great painting, but as far as motion pictures go, it moves about as fast as the first steam powered train.

Sep 28, 2007 - 16:19:42 PM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Resident Evil: Extinction
Just another ridiculous nail in the coffin of the Resident Evil franchise.

Sep 28, 2007 - 15:12:24 PM

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The Brave One
Two things keep this movie from being a standard take on the revenge flick, Terrence Howard and an ending that completely throws you for a loop.

Sep 14, 2007 - 15:22:37 PM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Across The Universe
Some may akin Across The Universe to a two hour long music video. Well, it is in a way. It takes elements of a movie and a music video and mashes them together in a way that will work for some, but not for others.

Sep 14, 2007 - 15:17:37 PM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Mr. Woodcock
Mr. Woodcock would be a safe date movie or a way to pass a lazy afternoon, but not much more than that.

Sep 14, 2007 - 15:08:38 PM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Shoot 'Em Up
First question – Were you disappointed in Smokin' Aces? Second question – Did you like Crank? If you answered yes to both questions, then Shoot 'Em Up is the movie for you.

Sep 7, 2007 - 17:55:01 PM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Halloween
With Halloween Rob Zombie hones his directorial skills by taking the best elements of 70's, 80's and todays horror films and combining them in a way that pays homage without ruining a classic.

Sep 5, 2007 - 9:30:37 AM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Balls Of Fury
Okey-dokey artichokey, Balls Of Fury is kind of hokey. But funny!

Aug 29, 2007 - 8:48:48 AM

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Rush Hour 3
Rush Hour 3 is stuck dead in traffic.

Aug 29, 2007 - 8:44:27 AM

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Mr. Bean's Holiday
Rowan Atkinson returns as Mr. Bean in yet another unnecessary Bean movie, Mr. Bean's Holiday.I firmly believe that Rowan Atkinson's Mr. Bean is a comedic genius, in small doses.

Aug 25, 2007 - 7:27:19 AM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Superbad
Superbad is a twisted coming of age tale that just may be the comedy of the summer. If you enjoyed The 40 Year Old Virgin and Knocked Up, you will most likely enjoy Superbad.

Aug 17, 2007 - 11:07:50 AM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Death At A Funeral
Frank Oz should stick to voice acting and working with puppets. There, I've said it. If you can't tell, I didn't like Death at a Funeral.

Aug 17, 2007 - 10:34:13 AM

Movies : Movie Reviews
The Simpsons Movie
What is there that really needs to be said about a The Simpsons movie? I mean, all you really want is two things. 1. It's got to be good, and 2. It has to go a little farther than what they can do on TV without going over the top. Well, The Simpsons Movie delivers in spades.

Jul 30, 2007 - 15:19:13 PM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Sunshine
When the sun begins to die, a team of scientists are sent to reignite the sun in order to save all of mankind.

Jul 30, 2007 - 15:04:46 PM

Movies : DVD Reviews
Barb Wire
I swear I need to get paid to watch things like this.

Jul 19, 2007 - 7:55:56 AM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Talk To Me
Don Cheadle is a phenomenal actor and proves it once again with Talk To Me, the story of Washington D.C. D.J. Petey Greene.

Jul 13, 2007 - 16:05:22 PM

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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is by far the best of the series. David Yates puts an even darker spin on the popular series than his predecessors.

Jul 11, 2007 - 9:19:38 AM

Movies : Movie Reviews
License To Wed
Robin Williams plays Reverend Frank, an unorthodox (I'll say!) marriage counselor who requires prospective wedding vow takers to complete a “Marriage Preparation Course” before tying the knot in his church.

Jul 4, 2007 - 13:24:47 PM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Transformers
This may not be the Transformers you remember from childhood, but Bay has pulled it off. Full of action, humor and great effects, Transformers is More Than Meets The Eye. (groan)

Jul 2, 2007 - 12:39:05 PM

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D.O.A.
A rather faithful adaptation of a popular fighting game that is just as ridiculous as the game (In a good way!).

Jun 28, 2007 - 7:33:03 AM

Movies : Movie Reviews
You Kill Me
Ben Kingsley proves once again why he's an Oscar winner in the slightly off kilter darkish comedy You Kill Me.

Jun 22, 2007 - 13:05:40 PM

Movies : Comics Movie Reviews
The Mask
A rather different adaptation of DH's comic that became an instant hit and should be classified as a classic. The Mask is great fun.

Jun 22, 2007 - 0:09:32 AM

Movies : Comics Movie Reviews
Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer
ROTSS is better than the first, but not by much. Still, it could have been worse.

Jun 15, 2007 - 14:32:59 PM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Ocean's 13
A lacking story, no twists, and phoned in performances makes Ocean's 13 more like Ocean's 3. Maybe.Maybe a 4 or a 5.

Jun 8, 2007 - 18:19:37 PM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Day Watch
Day watch is the sometimes confusing, but always entertaining sequel to Night Watch

Jun 8, 2007 - 18:15:31 PM

Movies : Movie Reviews
Knocked Up
Apatow's follow up to The 40 Year-Old Virgin is a hilarious success!

Jun 1, 2007 - 12:44:18 PM



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Comics
Bleach: Volume 29
Due: 12/01/2009 Show my your best!
Action Comics #883
Nighwing and Flamebird make their public debut and start the hunt for Zod’s most dangerous sleeper.
Richard Sala's Delphine #3
In the belly of...
Dark Horse Puts Deadlocke on Shelves
Comic book based on the novel, Venomous, now available.
Movies
Dark Horse Releases Tim Burton Skins
Cell phone and laptop skins now on sale.
Paranormal Activity
The buzz is real. This delivers scary.
Paranormal Activity Officially a Blockbuster
Paramount Pictures insists you know this - via a press release.
UGO Battlestar Galactica Contest Edges Towards End
Deadline for entry looms!
Action Figures
Dark Horse Announces New Domo Merchandise
New wave of collectibles due in March 2009.
Get Your Color Corps Rings
Fans of the Color Corps need to pre-order a selected set of books to ensure they get a full set of these limited edition rings.
Dick Tracy at San Diego Comic Con
Shocker Toys returns to San Diego Comic-Con Booth #3849 with five, count ‘em, five, exclusives, the return of an old favorite and one can’t miss party
Dark Horse Does More Tim Burton
New items includes figures and merchandise.
Video Games
Review: The Ballad of Gay Tony
Despite some dated graphics, this addition to the already massive sand box game is very welcomed.
Review: Halo 3: ODST
With great visuals, audio and addictive multiplayer mode, this game is a great addition to the series.
Review: The Beatles: Rock Band
Harmonix keeps delivering a new experience each time. This game is an absolute must have for Beatles fans and music lovers alike.
VIZ Media Announces New Naruto Games
New Naruto Shippuden games arrive for the DS and the Wii.
Books
A Kiss Before The Apocalypse: A Remy Chandler Novel
Thomas E. Sniegoski’s first adult novel is also the first in a hopefully long line of new urban fantasy adventures.
The Official xxxHOLiC Guide
The manga guide for the rest of us.
Legacy: A Novel by Thomas E. Sniegoski
The son of a superhero must struggle with his father's legacy in order to determine his own future.
VIZ Media Publishes Death Note Novel
Novel based on hit manga and anime now available.
Interviews
James Armstrong 2009 FanExpo Interview
FanExpo 2009 Toronto Interview with James Armstrong
Optimum Wound
Crime Noir comic book series web comics by Optimum Wound
Tara Tallan
Tara Tallan Creator of Galaxion Web Comics
Jeremy Dale Interview
Jeremy Dale Interview artist on Miserable Dastards comic book
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