On June 3rd, 2011 the next film in the X-Men franchise “X-Men: First Class” will be hitting theaters nationwide. A prequel to the other X-films, it stars James McAvoy as Charles Xavier and Michael Fassbender as Erik Lehnsherr – AKA Magneto – in their youth, before they became bitter enemies. Directed by Matthew Vaughn, the… Continue reading ‘Michael Fassbender Talks X-Men: First Class’
Last week THOR debuted in the #1 slot at the box-office. Overall, comic geeks were pleased with the film – read my review by clicking HERE – and it looks like Marvel Studios has another hit on their hands. Of course, kids – and toy collecting geeks like myself – who go to the movie… Continue reading ‘Hammer Time: A look at Marvel’s THOR Toys’
THOR – Rated PG-13 (Running Time: 114 min.) Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Anthony Hopkins, Tom Hiddleston and Natalie Portman Directed by: Kenneth Branagh It is often said that comic-books are modern-day mythology, containing stories of beings with powers far beyond those of mortal men. Instead of the exploits of Hercules, Achilles and Athena they have us… Continue reading ‘THOR: A Geek To Me Movie Review’
Ever since Nick Fury appeared in the post-credits ‘easter egg’ in the first Iron Man film, comic-book fanboys and fangirls have been waiting for this news, that “Earth’s Mightiest Heroes” were going to unite in a big-budget feature. It’s no longer speculation and rumor true believers! The Avengers (the Marvel super-team – not to be… Continue reading ‘Marvel Studios begins production on The Avengers’
It’s always fun to catch these just as they hit the internet. As another part of it’s promotion for the new THOR movie, Marvel Studios created this parody of the “Kid Vader” Volkswagon ad by presenting us with “Little Thor”: And here’s the original ad for comparison: So what do you think? Clever… Continue reading ‘First came Kid Vader, Now…Little Thor!’