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Should Netflix Prepare To Receive Death Threats Over 'Death Note' Whitewashing?
As the trailer for Adam Wingard's Death Note airs for Netflix, some people are already calling it "the most Netflix thing ever." Unsurprisingly, the western adaptation is already caught in a web of controversy, and #GhostintheShell will likely get off lightly compared the furor that is coming #Netflix's way. The streaming giant isn't exactly towing the line of racial sensitivity at the moment, and Wingard's upcoming #DeathNote looks like it is next in the firing line.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Geeks
Does Hollywood Really "Ruin Childhoods?"
We live in a world where our childhood loves come to life on the big screen. Transformers, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and soon the Power Rangers. While these movies are hit with much backlash, one thing remains the same.
By Tyler S. Callaway8 years ago in Geeks
'Harry Potter' Star Robert Hardy Dead at 91: A Look at His Magical Career
Legendary actor Robert Hardy has sadly passed away today at the age of 91. Hardy's career in stage, television and film lasted more than 70 years, and Hardy became well-known for his roles in All Creatures Great and Small and as the Minister for Magic, Cornelius Fudge, in the Harry Potter universe.
By Lewis Jefferies8 years ago in Geeks
Blink And You'll Miss It: Cosplayer Creates The Perfect Blinking Spider-Man Costume
We all know that spiders have eight eyes, but a question everyone has been asking since 2016 Captain America: Civil War is, "Can spiders blink?" Well, apparently not, but if you are part of the #MCU, it looks like they can. #TomHolland's entry into the world of the Avengers came with an updated costume and yep, you remember it, a blinking-eyed #SpiderMan.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Geeks
'The Big Bang Theory' Opening Credits Feature a Spelling Error That Has Gone Unnoticed
From the quirky characters to the mind-bending experiments, The Big Bang Theory is loved across the world. The comedy sitcom, which began back in 2007, has ran for a decade now, and the producers of the show have no intention of stopping at Season 10. CBS officially renewed the long-running sitcom for another two seasons, taking us into 2019.
By Lewis Jefferies8 years ago in Geeks
These Anatomically Correct Pokémon Are Pure Nightmare Fuel, PokéNatomy is Terrifying
Biology class was never my favorite, but after seeing Christopher Stoll's artistic representation of what the anatomy of some of our favorite Pokémon could be. You may recognize Stoll's name from the worldwide attention he garnered with his rendition of the Disney Princesses as Avengers characters.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Geeks
Give Your Childhood a Full Reboot When This Cult Classic Animation Returns!
If we're honest, in many ways the cult classic animation, ReBoot, was a revelation during it's seven years on air from 1994 to 2001. Created by Mainframe Studios, a Canadian production company, ReBoot tells the story of life within a computer. ReBoot was the world's first completely computer-generated (#CGI) series, and is still looked at as one of the genre defining animations.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Geeks
Kaley Cuoco Once Required Stitches While Filming 'The Big Bang Theory'
People may think that The Big Bang Theory is all laughs and giggles, but recent news has revealed that a lot of action happens when filming the much loved sitcom. Even if it's not in the script.
By Lewis Jefferies8 years ago in Geeks
Alicia Vikander Brings New Life to the Tomb Raider Reboot
It took a while for all the pieces to fall into place with the upcoming #TombRaider film, and many fans were concerned with the slow progress of the anticipated reboot. Yet the world of Lara Croft began filling out when Alicia Vikander was cast as the titular character, followed by the casting of Dominic West as Lara's father. Fans could breathe a sigh of relief as it seemed that the franchise reboot was finally gaining momentum.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Geeks
Annie Potts Cast as Sheldon’s 'Foul-Mouthed and Hard-Drinking' Meemaw in 'Young Sheldon'
News has emerged that The Big Bang Theory spin-off series, Young Sheldon, has added another face to their cast list. The actress, Annie Potts, has joined the comedy spin-off show as Sheldon's grandmother a.k.a. Meemaw. Meemaw was regularly mentioned by Sheldon on The Big Bang Theory, who says she is perfect in every way possible. Viewers of the hit comedy sitcom saw Meemaw (played by June Squibb) for the very first time during Season 9. However, Young Sheldon will show fans a different side of Meemaw, as Potts's version of the characters has been described as Sheldon’s “foul-mouthed, hard-drinking Texas grandmother who is very supportive of her grandson and his unique gifts.” Yet, where have we seen Potts in the past?
By Lewis Jefferies8 years ago in Geeks
