Sun
09
Apr

Superman: Lost (...the Key to Good Storytelling)

Superman Lost 1

Superman: Lost is the first of a ten-chapter miniseries co-created by Christopher Priest and Carlo Pagulayan, with inks from Jason Paz.

It has beautiful artwork with some snappy dialogue between the Justice League members as they take on an international incident in the China Sea that turns out to be far more than just a kefuffle between countries. In fact, if it's not handled quickly, it could cause a black hole to swallow the Earth. And of course of all the Justice League members there, only Superman can fly into the event horizon of the mess and keep it from doing just that.

But at a cost.

Sucked into the black hole, Superman finds himself cosmologically lost. We don't know where. Could be another galaxy. Could be another dimension. Could be he's still in that tiny little space the size of an atom that the black hole collapsed into, or the quantum realm. Whatever, he's there.

And he's there for twenty years.

Sat
08
Apr

13 Factors to Consider When Buying Solar Panels

Solar Power

Are you considering putting solar panels on your roof? There are a lot of benefits to having solar panels in your home.

You'll be contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and helping keep our planet healthy. But if you're a first-timer with this sort of thing, it can be hard to know how to start.

So, you're looking for some tips and advice as to what to look for? Then you've come to the right place. Here are the factors you should consider when buying solar panels for your home. Read on!

1. The Overall Power Rating 

The power rating is typically associated with the performance of the solar system but is also an indication of how efficient a panel is. It is essential to determine the exact wattage requirements of the solar panel you need when you buy, as it will help you narrow down your selection.

Fri
07
Apr

Adult Swim Saves Superman Series

The first teaser trailer to the new animated series: MY ADVENTURES WITH SUPERMAN is here!

 

Fri
07
Apr

Ahsoka Series Promises an Heir to the Empire

The Star Wars celebration is dropping some amazing news and fans have every reason to be excited!

 

Fri
07
Apr

The Mandalorian's Latest Episode is Trending for all the Wrong Reasons

The latest episode of The Mandalorian has the fandom up in arms and at war with each other…again.

 

Thu
06
Apr

Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Rekindles RPG Magic

There was more riding on this movie being a success than a skill check on a door riddled with traps. And much like any skill check, the result was uncertain at its launch.

 

Sun
02
Apr

Eva Cassidy with the London Symphony Orchestra: I Can Only Be Me

Eva Cassidy

So let me start this review off by finishing it: If you are an Eva Cassidy fan, a fan of the female voice, a fan of beauty and the human spirit, then you need to have this album “Eva Cassidy with the London Symphony Orchestra: I Can Only Be Me” from Blix Street Records. Period. End of story.

Now that you know you need this, here’s why.

If you are familiar with Eva then you know the story behind her, her music, her sad passing, her posthumous success, and, most importantly, her beautiful voice and unequalled style. If not, this album will whet your appetite and set you on a course to obtain everything this young lady recorded in her brief career before passing away at 33 in 1996 from melanoma. I doubt anyone who has heard her, hasn’t been changed in some way by listening to her music.

Wed
29
Mar

Dragonslayer an 80s Fantasy that Borrowed from the Best and Predicted the Future

Dragonslayer

When a group of villagers have had enough of a dragon's threat over their village, they seek out a renowned sorceror (Ralph Richardson) to do battle with the beast and free them. It is not long, however, before our troupe's quest is opposed by none other than the king himself, who believes there is no need to confront the dragon and needlessly raise his ire; the dragon has been kept mollified through ritual sacrifice of the virgins of the town, drawn by a lottery of the king's own divising.

Even before the dragon can be found, the quest seems thwarted, when the king's men kill the sorceror. Seeking to take the place of his master, the young apprentice Galen (Peter MacNicol) takes up the charge and, aided with the power of a magical amulet, endures misadventure and romance with one of his traveling companions, Valerian (Caitlin Clark), who travels disguised as a boy.

Wed
29
Mar

TrickSix Films' Evocative Dark Drama 'ReBroken' Offers A Harrowing Portrait Of Grief

Few tragedies, if any, surpass the loss of a loved one. Persistent, traumatic grief can lead even the stoutest of souls into a benighted cycle of despair, and when that loss comes abruptly through accidents, violence, sudden illness or suicide, the emotional shock inflicts the most heinous of tolls upon survivors. Much has been written about the actual shape grieving takes; the popularly known ‘Five Stages of Grief’, more precisely called the Kübler-Ross model (and originally based on observations of terminally ill patients facing their own imminent deaths), is a passage through various phases that lead an individual to the acknowledgment of their new, unasked-for reality: denial, bargaining, anger, depression and, ultimately, acceptance.

Tue
28
Mar

Batman: The Doom That Came to Gotham -- from the Mountains of Boredom

Batman: The Doom that Came to Gotham

Batman: The Doom that Came to Gotham is, unfortunately, one of the most plodding, soporiphic, and downright boring stories to have ever been committed to animation. The art is great. The voice casting serviceable. The concepts exciting. Yet somehow Jase Ricci's screenplay -- based on an Elseworlds imprint from DC Comics written by Mike Mignola and Richard Pace -- drags its feet as it shoehorns in the Batman characters into 1920s analogs while pitting him against H.P. Lovecraft creations.

Sun
26
Mar

MonaLisa Twins, "Why?" Why? Because They're Fantastic, That's Why!

MonaLisa Twins WHY?

The MonaLisa Twins are singer/songwriting, multi-instrumentalist duo of twin sisters, Mona Wagner and Lisa Wagner, who hail from Austria. They have their own website (www.monalisa-twins.com) where you can find out all about them, get news and updates from them, buy albums, merchandise, join their own subscription “club” (which helps fund their ability to make music independently without big record companies or labels), among other things.

I must confess that before reviewing this CD from the duo, I had only heard of them by name and not yet by music, even though they have several albums out.

But, having said that and having now experienced what they make and are capable of making, shame on me, as I could kick myself in the pants for not having listened to them sooner!

Fri
24
Mar

How to Successfully Conduct an Online Craft Class

Online Craft Class (stock photo: Dreamstime

(Stock photo: Dreamstime.com)

Whether you’re a crafty novice or an experienced crafter looking to share your expertise with others, hosting a successful online craft class can be accomplished with the right preparation. From setting up the perfect online space to providing quality instruction and guidance, there are several essential elements for any instructor wishing to deliver an engaging virtual experience for their students.

Mon
20
Mar

The Rolling Stones, GRRR Live: GRRR8!

GRRR Live!

The Rolling Stones GRRR Live DVD/2CD set showcases the Stone’s 50th anniversary tour billed as the “50 and Counting” Tour. How apropos considering where they are now! This particular concert took place on the last of four nights in Newark N.J. on December 15th, 2012. With guest appearances by The Black Keys, Mick Taylor, Lady Gaga, John Mayer, Gary Clark Jr., and Bruce Springsteen, the concert was quite the star-studded show.

Originally recorded and aired on Pay-Per-View, and not available to be for fans since, this set has been re-edited and the audio re-mixed, beautifully showcasing the Stones at this point in their career, and, undoubtedly, one of the most memorable shows in their history.

Wed
15
Mar

DC Comics, Visit Burbank, WBD Unveil Wonder Woman Statue

Wonder Woman statue

BURBANK, CA (March 15, 2023) - A Warrior for Peace will stand as a symbol of justice for visitors and residents of Burbank to enjoy for generations to come. A seven-and-a-half-foot tall bronze Wonder Woman statue was unveiled today in a special ceremony at Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood as part of a partnership between Visit Burbank, DC and Warner Bros. Discovery. 

Today’s unveiling ceremony was attended by local government and business luminaries including Burbank Mayor Konstantine Anthony, Pam Lifford, President, Global Brands, Franchises and Experiences, Jim Lee, DC Chief Creative Office and Publisher, and Wonder Woman 1984 Director Patty Jenkins.

Fri
10
Mar

A Brief Guide on Sweat Bands for Wrists

Sweat Bands

Sports are amazing activities to keep the body healthy or bring people together for a certain goal. Organizations can fundraise using events such as charity run events. For such an event to be a success, they need proper planning, and one thing to consider is buying and giving participants the right gear.

One of the items used in various sports including a charity run or sports event is sweat bands for the wrist. These are pieces of cloth worn on the wrist to help wipe the sweat on the face and prevent sweaty hands that can be uncomfortable during the activity. They are also amazing branding items to promote the event, especially if it is regular.

Whether you are an organizer of a sports event or a participant, you need to know more about the sweat bands for your wrist before getting them. Here is what you need to know.

Wed
08
Mar

Horror Does A Body Good In Lor Gislason's Novel, 'Inside Out'

Let’s begin with some unusual facts about human anatomy:

- Some women can lactate through the skin of their armpit after giving birth.

- A condition called hyperdontia causes people to be born with an excessive amount of teeth.

- Body odor originates from bacteria eating sweat on the skin’s surface.

- Approximately one in one-thousand people are born with extra digits on their hands or feet.

- The average person produces enough saliva during their lifetime to fill two swimming pools.

Sat
04
Mar

'Vampus Horror Tales' Adds Spanish Flavor To The Usual Anthology Film Fare

Oh, the horror anthology. As a cinematic sub-genre its roots lie not in film, but the pulpy realm of classic mid-20th century comic books. Those garish rags of cheap newsprint and lurid covers cast a spell on many a 1950’s child, the undisputed king of which was EC Comics, whose gasp! choke! style of bloody bite-sized morality plays filled such titles as The Haunt of Fear, The Vault of Horror, Shock SuspenStories and, most notoriously, Tales From the Crypt, which inspired the equally-infamous latter-day HBO television show of the same name.

Fri
24
Feb

Hide Your IP with a VPN Extension for Chrome

VPN Extensions for Chrome

Your IP address is your online identity. It reveals your physical location, as well as activities you make online. In order to protect your privacy and security, you may want to hide your IP address. A VPN extension for Chrome is the perfect solution for this.

Definition of IP address

An IP address (Internet Protocol address) is a numerical label assigned to each device connected to a computer network. It can reveal information about the user’s physical location, as well as activities they make online.

Reasons to hide your IP

Hiding your IP address is important for several reasons. It can help protect your privacy and security, as well as help you access content that is restricted in your area. It can also help you bypass censorship and access geo-restricted websites.

Thu
23
Feb

Blue Underground presents Marquis de Sade's Justine on Blu-ray and 4K

Justine

The 1969 Jess Franco film Marquis de Sade's Justine is a costume drama wrapped in a sexploitation package that leaves the viewer lost at times while trying to follow multiple different side stories, with multiple characters that do not hold the audience’s attention long enough to care to see the outcome of their tales due to the story going in all different directions at once.

The main story follows the tale of a young girl named Justine (Romina Power), who is exiled from a convent with only the clothes on her back and a small handful of money to get by. It’s a “babe in the woods” story that quickly veers off the path into multiple side stories, all of which have Justine being tortured mentally and physically.

Thu
23
Feb

Bypassing A Blockage - Is It Legal?

Bypassing a Blockage...

The web page provides information about the methods to bypass blocking and the legality of the process. The possibility of avoiding restrictions on the example of access to Betway casino is considered.

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