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“But does it jibe with it?” A confused look crossed Nicole Zecca’s face. “I think that if we rejigger the lenses and affix the sensors just right.…” said Billie Graff. She stood at about five feet three inches and possessed a skin the color of the cliffs of Dover. Her hair cascaded down her back in flaxen locks. Her grey-blue eyes penetrated with a sense of discovery. Nicole’s auburn hair was cropped and swooped around her head like a tiara. She was buxom and stood about five feet seven inches. Her tan skin looked like Himalayan pink salt. She took the skin from this particular project on which they worked, that looked like an opaque, skin-tight bodysuit with points of flexible graphene that served as sensors. It also came equipped with two cameras, a microphone, and the capacity to signal authorities in case of an emergency. The two inventors toiled, and toyed with the skin. A skin that could be attached to any man or woman who wanted to protect themselves from harassment and possible assault, is what they worked on through worrisome days and doubtful nights. They had tested on various heights, weights, and skin colors.
By Skyler Saunders8 years ago in Futurism
Blast Them To Kingdom Come: Michael Bay Blew Up Stonehenge For 'Transformers: The Last Knight'
Independence Day blew up the White House, Planet of the Apes let the Statue of Liberty tumble, but has anyone ever attacked Stonehenge before? Well, if you are #MichaelBay, even the sacred prehistoric monument isn't safe.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
Strike A Posey: Parker Posey Joins 'Lost In Space' As Gender-bent Villain
"Danger, Will Robinson, danger, Will Robinson, genderswap controversy imminent." Unusual casting story of the day comes with news that Dazed and Confused's Parker Posey will be joining #Netflix's #LostInSpace, a reimagining of Irwin Allen's '60s series. Updating the outer space family adventure for the 21st Century, Posey's character is sticking the middle finger to male supremacy by taking on the part of Dr. Smith, the show's (typically) male doctor.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
Have Alien Microbes Been Found Hitching a Ride on the International Space Station?
When searching for extraterrestrial life, the focus tends to be, naturally, on worlds far away, such as Mars, Europa or distant exoplanets. But could there be evidence closer to home, even near Earth itself? It's a seemingly unlikely but not unheard of possibility. That said, there is an interesting new report from the Russian news agency TASS that living "alien" bacteria have been found on the outside of the International Space Station (ISS). Say what?
By Paul Scott Anderson8 years ago in Futurism
Did You See-3PO The Star Wars Easter Egg In 'Westworld'?
Set your guns to "stunned," as you are about to be bowled over when the worlds of Westworld and Star Wars combine. "What?" you cry. Is Dr. Ford creating a robotic Death Star, has Dolores Wood starting wearing her hair in buns, or is Bernard Lowe also really a wookiee? In a universe populated by robots, it was only a matter of time before someone drew comparisons with that galaxy far, far away.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
Forget HAL 9000: Theory Says Wall-E Is The Most Evil Robot On Earth
It isn't just Transformers that are robots in disguise, does #Pixar's Wall-E also feature a machine with ulterior motives? Under the surface of the feel-good tale about star-crossed lovers was a political commentary on health and the planet, however, beneath that, does there bubble and even darker tale of #horror and homicide?
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
The Crystal Daze: Luke Skywalker's Necklace Holds A Huge Secret In 'The Last Jedi'
Time to do your best Yoda impression and mumble "hmmmm, theory do we have." While #RianJohson and #Disney are keeping a tight-seal on spoilers surrounding Star Wars: The Last Jedi, it hasn't stopped the fandom from pawing over every piece of news and every last second of the recent teaser, then picking apart the galaxy with midichlorian-sized detail.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
Not So Low For Solo: How Can This 'Phantom Menace' Character Return For The 'Han Solo' Film?
It would be great to forget that the likes of Jar Jar Binks, trade negotiations, and Hayden Christensen's scowl had ever happened, but there is no denying that the #StarWars prequels films are something we will have to live with. Importantly setting up the events of Lucasfilm's original trilogy, the prequel films will also undoubtedly start to leak into #Disney's anthology films.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
Wyatt You Talking About? Evan Rachel Wood Confirms The Identity Of The Big Villain In 'Westworld'
"Evan Rachel Wood to behavior please, that's Evan Rachel Wood to behavior." Someone had better look at Westworld's golden girl, because it looks like the show's lead got a little spoiler-happy on her social media. If you don't want to read any spoilers from HBO's robo-romp, it is best that you go for a stroll around Sweetwater Hills. As for the rest of us, we are going down into cold storage to pull the twist from the depths of Arnold Weber's world.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
Weaver Fever: Sigourney Weaver Finally Returns As Ellen Ripley In 'Alien' Spoof
Can you believe it? It has been 20 years since 20th Century Fox saddled up the crew of the Betty for an acid bath and we waved goodbye to #SigourneyWeaver's iconic #EllenRipley for Alien: Resurrection.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
Did John Boyega Just Confirm A Skywalker Reunion In 'The Last Jedi'?
When fans learned that Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher and Harrison Ford would return for Star Wars: The Force Awakens, we assumed that they'd all be reunited on-screen. Sadly, it wasn't meant to be — Han Solo and Leia had scenes together, but Kylo Ren killed his father before Luke's whereabouts could be discovered. The original trinity would never appear all at once.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Futurism
Fans Are More Convinced Than Ever That Luke Skywalker Is Evil Thanks To New 'Star Wars' Posters
Ever since the title for The Last Jedi was revealed, fans have been scouring the known universe for more details about what this means for the saga. Fans have looked through comics, animated shows, merchandise and video games - but still haven't found any concrete information. However, it seems that Making Star Wars may have uncovered some revealing news about Luke's journey in The Last Jedi - and quite possibly his struggle with the dark side of the Force.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Futurism
