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There Will Be More 'Kick Ass'?

By Brad Trechak (Subscribe to Brad Trechak's posts), Posted Sep 1st 2010 9:45AM
Filed under: Movie News, News/Reactions, Sci-Fi
Kick AssCreator Mark Millar has been rumored to have said in a radio interview in the United Kingdom that Kick Ass will be getting a sequel. While I'm sure Mark Millar is thrilled about his creator-owned property getting another movie, I'm not so sure this is a good idea.

Granted, both the comic and the movie did set up for a sequel (they both had the same ending), but can anything really be said that hasn't been said before with this concept? Minor spoiler: both the comic and the movie did kill off the person played by the most expensive actor, so at least the cost of a sequel will go down slightly (or at least allow for a greater allocation for everyone else).

Money is the biggest motivating factor of sequels in Hollywood (and elsewhere) and the DVD sales of Kick Ass kicked enough ass to warrant another one. Let's hope it does justice to the original.

Bruce Willis to Play The Thing?

By Brad Trechak (Subscribe to Brad Trechak's posts), Posted Aug 31st 2010 11:02AM
Filed under: Movie News, News/Reactions, Sci-Fi

The ThingAccording to ComicBookMovie.com, Fox would like Bruce Willis to play the role of Ben Grimm a.k.a. The Thing in the upcoming Fantastic Four reboot. This sounds feasible considering that the hero himself will be C.G.I. requiring mostly voiceover work and minimal studio time.

Frankly, I thought Michael Chiklis did a great job in the role the last two times around despite the lackluster scripts. However Willis is known for doing more offbeat roles (including several science fiction movies, some voiceover work in films like Look Who's Talking and sort of playing a superhero in Unbreakable) so this would be right up his alley.

Of course, Willis ain't cheap. This could end up being fantasy casting. Another casting rumor for this movie that has been going around for this flick is Stephen Moyer from True Blood as Victor Von Doom although the actor himself knows nothing about that. With the goal of summer 2012 to release this movie, the clock is ticking.

Some 'Doctor Who' alum coming to 'Chuck'

By Brad Trechak (Subscribe to Brad Trechak's posts), Posted Aug 30th 2010 4:15PM
Filed under: Movie News, News/Reactions, Sci-Fi
Doctor WhoIf you're a long-time fan of Doctor Who, then you should start watching Chuck. I can give you two good reasons why.

First we have Timothy Dalton as an associate of Chuck's mother with whom he shares a mysterious past. For those with poor short-term memory, Dalton surprised us all as Rasillon (a.k.a. "The Narrator") in David Tennant's final run as the character.

Second, Eric Roberts will be among a group of "soldiers of fortune" in Chuck's life (other soldier's will include the WWE's Bastista. I'm reminded of Robert's role in the recently released The Expendables). For those with poor long-term memory, Roberts is the only American to play the role of the Doctor's nemesis, The Master, in the 1996 television movie starring Paul McGann (which will likely be released in Region 1 in the next twelve months, by the way).

I never needed a reason to watch Chuck before, and I need less of one today.

'Doctor Who' Will Be Split in Two

By Brad Trechak (Subscribe to Brad Trechak's posts), Posted Aug 30th 2010 10:34AM
Filed under: Movie News, News/Reactions, Sci-Fi

Doctor WhoThe popular and cult-ish British series Doctor Who has taken a page from American television programs and will actually be broadcasting its next thirteen-episode season in two halves. Most likely the show will broadcast the first seven episodes around Easter and will end on a serious cliffhanger, according to showrunner Steven Moffat. Then, the remaining six episodes will broadcast sometime in the autumn. Finally, rounding out the year will be the Christmas special broadcast on Christmas (well, duh).

While it's always difficult to wait for the next episode of Doctor Who, this is actually a good idea. One of the smart habits of the American television networks is broadcasting shows in chunks throughout the year to keep them fresh in the mind.

For those Who-addicts that need their entire thirteen episode fix in one shot, you're out of luck. I'd recommend writing an angry letter to Steven Moffat using many exclamation points.

James Marsters Cast in Syfy Pilot 'Three Inches'

By Brad Trechak (Subscribe to Brad Trechak's posts), Posted Aug 26th 2010 11:15AM
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James MarstersFor those of you that miss James Marsters (a.k.a. Spike, Brainiac, Captain John Hart and a slew of others in the world of science fiction) on television, there is some good news. He has been cast as the lead in a new SyFy series called 'Three Inches' from one of the writers of 'Twin Peaks.'

Marsters plays Troy, the leaders of a band of misfit superheroes with substandard powers. For example, the main character of Walter in the show can move things with his mind, but only for three inches. Hence the title.

The concept of superheroes with unimpressive powers has already been done in the comics with concepts like 'The Inferior Five' and 'The Legion of Substitute Heroes.' But then, people always root for the underdog.

The series will begin with a 90-minute pilot. One item must be mentioned: the show is being produced by Fox who has long had a poor association with science fiction television. You have been warned.

'Judge Dredd' Fan Film 'Judge Minty' Gets an Impressive Trailer

By Brad Trechak (Subscribe to Brad Trechak's posts), Posted Aug 25th 2010 11:15AM
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Judge MintyThere are a myriad of fan films out there that suck the royal cheese, but occasionally we are treated to an aspiring director that "gets it". With that in mind, I present to you the fan-made trailer for 'Judge Minty,' a character in the Judge Dredd universe.

The colors and style remind me a bit of the 'Sin City' movie (and the Frank Miller stylistic follow-up, 'The Spirit,' but with better direction). Perhaps the creators behind the upcoming 'Judge Dredd' remake starring Karl Urban could learn a thing or two from this trailer.

The character of Judge Minty in the comics is a judge that is forcably retired for being too compassionate and sent on the Long Walk through the Cursed Earth. The trick with doing an actual feature on this character is that he has quite a silly name. Why not just call him "Judge Fluffy" and be done with it?

Steven Spielberg to Usher Along Joe Hill's 'Locke & Key' for TV

By Brad Trechak (Subscribe to Brad Trechak's posts), Posted Aug 24th 2010 12:35PM
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Locke & KeyThe comic book series Locke & Key will be heading to television with a powerhouse crew behind it including Steven Spielberg, Josh Friedman (Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles) and the team of Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci (Star Trek). The comic is written by Joe Hill, the son of literary legend Stephen King.

Joe Hill must have a lot of pressure on him to produce quality work due to his heritage. It's even understandable why he'd adopt a pseudonym (a name like 'Joe King' would undoubtedly become the punchline of a joke). It must be well thought of because the first issue sold out in a day ... plus, y'know, it's heading to television.

The premise is about three brothers who inherit a mansion in Lovecraft, Massachusetts that have supernatural doors inside that transport people to strange places or give them weird powers. It's a good premise for a childrens' horror series akin to Goosebumps.

Has anybody read the comic series? If so, what did you think of it?
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