Carpet Ball (App Review)

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Carpet Ball is a new Mobile App game available for I-Phone/ I-Pad users. The idea of the game is knock all of your opponents balls off the table. The first one to do this will win. The concept follows the same as pool with a little strategic elements of shuffleboard. Unfortunately while the concept and idea is there, however the execution isn't. For starters in order to enjoy this game, you will need two players with the same I-Phone, and must play over the same Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connection. Players must be in the same location and from there put your phones together to create the board. There is really not much to do with Carpet Ball unless you have a friend, the fun factor dies down after a few games, just hit the cue ball to your opponents side until you knock it out. The graphics isn't really the best and it's seems very generic. Unfortunately the app doesn't have much to offer, and the fact you need two phones, a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connection and another friend to play is disappointing. With a price tag of $.99 you can try it for yourself and see, but I can't really co-sign this one.


Final Grade D+/4.5

Awesomenauts Free Theme Song Download

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Hey people Jeff here and letting you know that right now you can get the extended cut of the Awesomenauts theme song off their official site right now for free. Well kinda free. See in order to get it, you just have to either make a post on your twitter or facebook page telling people about the free download. So no cash must be spent but still a great little theme song to listen to.


In case you don't know whats Awesomenauts, its a side scrolling Defense Of The Ancients style game (DotA) with a space cowboy setting. The game is PvP arena game play where your goal is to use n.p.c. bots that will make a bee line to the other plays goal and they take out its defenses then you would go in and finish of the other players base but you will have to watch out because the other players will be doing the very same thing.


Here is some basic game play that should give you an idea of what it is and how it looks like
its out right now on PSN and Xbox Live.



LINK:

Awesomenauts

Men In Black 3 Review

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After ten years the Men In Black are back in action. This time in Agent J must travel back into time to save K. Is this installment or a knockout? Or should you prepare yourself for a Neuralizer?

Story - Agent J travels in time to MIB's early years in the year 1969, to stop an alien from assassinating his friend Agent K and changing history. When I first heard of M.I.B 3 storyline immediately thought to myself, time traveling they just ruined the series. However in fact this storyline actually ties J and K's relationship together. If you weren't a fan of "Men In Black 2", rest assure "Men In Black 3" will make have faith in the series again. As previously stated J travels back in time to stop the assassination of K, after a old foe of K's named "Boris The Animal" (played by Jemanie Clement) escapes from prison. The story is pretty simple and it actually works, it's short, sweet and to the point. What really makes the story work in Men In Black 3 is the focus on K and J's relationship. The overall plot is trying to find K's killer, but the real focus is on J and K's relationship. Questions are raised more about K's past like. Why is K so grumpy? Why is K the way he is with J? 


Focusing on that made M.I.B 3 work for us. That is not saying M.I.B 3 doesn't have it's plot holes, trust me there is a lot of them. There is one scene you think J killed an alien, then the alien appears in the next scene. Some of the jokes didn't make sense and felt awkward. For example Agent J says to Young K "Don't use that Jedi Mind trick on me." This joke doesn't work because Star Wars wasn't even out in the 69. New characters are just put in there and not really explored, the villain "Boris The Animal" wasn't the best. However other than that the story is witty, enjoyable and believe it or not the story is emotional. Out of all the three  Men In Black films, this one is the most emotional, and it needed to be in order to explore K and J's relationship. Without giving any spoilers the twist that is set up towards the end is a little bit a tear jerker for fans. It will bring everything into perspective for J and K, the dots are connected and comes full circle if you fully understand the mythos. Only sad thing is that fans of Frank, The Worms and other aliens from the previously installments, don't get any to none screen time.


Acting - Do I really have to talk about the acting? It's Tommy Lee Jones, Will Smith! The chemistry between these two is still there and still works. However the real amazing show stealer is Josh Brolin who plays Young Agent K. Brolin is purely amazing in this role, he has great chemistry with Smith. He nailed Tommy Lee Jones as K perfectly, you actually forget that Tommy Lee Jones is in the movie. He nails Jones mannerism, speech and his voice, his performance is scary! Overall the acting is a home run and it's what you expect you from "Men In Black."


Music & Filmmaking - The music is by Danny Elfman, and most of the soundtrack is just a rehashed of the first two soundtracks. A couple of strings added here, a guitar solo there, it works but it's not something you will remember. The visuals in M.I.B 3 is good, but 3D is really taking the audience out of the element, remember when you couldn't tell if the scene was on blue or green screen? You can really tell that it was filmed in M.I.B 3. The designs of the aliens are clever, the camera shots are awesome, but too much CGI really takes away from the feel you got from the first and second one. the 1960's New York is really not that different. However it somehow manages to keep it together.


Final Grade B-/***1/2 Out Of 5 Stars - Men In Black 3 is fun, emotional and to the point. It has it's flaws but the ending twist will make up for it. Rest assured it's better than M.I.B 2 and fans will enjoy the performances all around. It's time put on the last suit that you will ever wear.









Spike TV To Exclusively Unveil Newest "Star Wars" Video Game Franchise On "GTTV" and "E3 All Access Live

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Here is some news from Spike TV and our friends at GTTV.

Calling all Jedi, Sith lords and Bounty Hunters!  Spike TV and Lucasfilm today announced that the network will be airing all six of the “Star Wars” movies throughout Memorial Day weekend beginning tonight, Friday May 25 at 8 p.m. ET/PT.  The movie marathon airs just days before Spike TV's plans to exclusively unveil the newest game franchise in the “Star Wars” universe, which will debut at the 2012 Electronic Entertainment Expo.  A first look at this top secret project will be revealed on Thursday, May 31, as a part of the pre-E3 episode of Spike’s hit video game show “GTTV,” followed by the live world gameplay premiere of this new “Star Wars” franchise during the network’s “E3 All Access Live” primetime special on June 4 at 10:00 pm ET/7:00 pm PT.

“I am blown away by both the caliber of the team on this project and their bold vision for this new ‘Star Wars’ title,” said Geoff Keighley, Host and Executive Producer, Spike TV’s “E3 All Access Live” special.  “I can’t wait to introduce our viewers to this game and show off the footage that left my jaw on the floor when I first saw it.”

During the GTTV pre-E3 episode, Geoff Keighley travels to San Francisco for exclusive behind-the-scenes access into the LucasArts studio. GTTV also meets with the LucasArts’ development team to reveal the name and concept behind this game and introduces viewers to the talented artists who are bringing the E3 demo to life.

On June 4, the eve of E3 2012, viewers will get to enjoy the live world gameplay premiere of the new “Star Wars” property during Spike’s “E3 All Access Live” primetime special beginning at 10:00 pm ET/7:00 pm PT.  The project’s creative director will join the “All Access” team live in-studio to debut footage of the game and will answer questions from fans in real-time through the show’s interactive and social media hub operated by social media correspondent, Justine Ezarik.

Spike’s “E3 All Access Live” multi-platform special will provide gamers with over 40 gaming exclusives and special guest interviews with more than 17 hours of coverage across multiple platforms, including TV, online, mobile social and more. The live program will feature the industry’s top press conference events, breaking gaming news and announcements, never-before-seen trailers and gameplay footage, exclusive interviews with the biggest names in gaming and entertainment and more.

"GTTV with Geoff Keighley" on Spike TV is a weekly, entertaining and informative magazine-style show that provides viewers with expanded editorial content and an all-new level of interaction online at GameTrailers.com.  Each week, the full high-definition episode is immediately posted to GameTrailers.com and available for download on Xbox Live Marketplace and PlayStation Network following the on-air broadcast.


DC Comics Going To 'Out' An Established Character?

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Which DC Comic Character will be coming out of the closet?

 Hey Otakus and Geeks Fans, Sean ( The Comic Guy ). According to editor-in-chief of DC Comics Dan DiDio, a major DC character is going to come out as gay. DiDio dropped the big news at a London Comic convention. Although a gay comic book character is not that shocking considering Marvel is having one of their characters ( Northstar ) who is in a same-sex relationship, is expected to marry his boyfriend Kyle soon.

So who do you think it will be? DC Comics now has me racking my brain trying to figure out who it will be. The only clue we have is that it won't be any of the Brands that got a reboot. If you think you have an idea of who it might be, leave a comment and let us know. Here are some of my picks of who it might be.

Red Robin/ Tim Drake: It's possible. He has dated women, but his relationships haven't really gone anywhere. One of Batman's sidekicks being gay wouldn't be so shocking.

Green Lantern/Kyle Rayner: Hey I wouldn't be surprised if the made one of the Green Lanterns gay


Shazam!/Billy Batson: I mean he's a kid that might have discovered he has these new feeling! (LOL)


Raven: Who says it can't be a chick that comes out. I have to say hot half demon chick Hmmmm

So let us know who you think it is.














A LOOK INSIDE BLACK OPS IN THE ACTIVITY

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Comic written with cooperation of members of U.S. Military & Intelligence

They do their work in secret, the goals of their missions and the discipline, teamwork, and skills needed to carry them out well out of the sight of the American public. However, on May 2, 2010, an elite team of Navy SEALs carried out Operation Neptune Spear, killing Osama bin Laden and launching "Black Ops" into the American consciousness.

Among the imaginations captured by these elite forces was that of Nathan Edmondson, a writer (WHO IS JAKE ELLIS, DANCER) who was inspired to create THE ACTIVITY, a comic book series that follows the lives of members of the special operations group Intelligence Support Activity. Drawn by Mitch Gerads (with guest issues by Marc Laming), THE ACTIVITY depicts the training and covert missions of Team Omaha within the real-life organization with glimpses of the "regular" lives they live where no one knows about their real jobs.

The insight into the lives of special operatives, as well as the bleeding-edge technology they employ in their missions, is founded on Edmondson's desire to create a true-to-life depiction of life in Special Forces. A trip to Washington D.C., as well as extensive research and networking, yielded defense contractor contacts and sources within special ops.

"I flew to Washington, D.C. and interviewed colonels and captains and a general face-to-face, gleaning what info I could," Edmondson told MTV Geek at the time of THE ACTIVITY #1's publication. "I’ve had the scripts reviewed by individuals from the Pentagon and JSOC [Joint Special Operations Command].... Often it was a matter of those advisors directing me and us to specific reading material, or simply telling us, 'no, that doesn’t make sense.'"

Edmondson's commitment to accuracy won the aid of many of the book's advisors, including Major Rusty Bradley of the US Special Forces, who co-scripted issue six of THE ACTIVITY. Major Bradley is the hero responsible for leading the team that took Sperwan Ghar in the decisive battle in Afghanistan, as is accounted in his book, LIONS OF KANDAHAR. Bradley's co-writer, embedded Special Forces reporter Kevin Maurer, is an ongoing advisor to the book and wrote the foreword to the trade.

The first trade paperback collection of THE ACTIVITY, containing issues #1-5, will be for sale on June 6 (ISBN 978-1-60706-561-6).

THE ACTIVITY #6, in stores now and drawn by Laming, shows events west of the Congo in the Civil Affairs career of Team Omaha's newest member, code name "Fiddler," that led her to being recruited by the Intelligence Support Activity

THE ACTIVITY #7 is the launch of a new story arc, "Goat Hunt," which sees members of Team Omaha being sent to Uzbekistan for their latest mission after incriminating evidence is discovered on a Chinese freighter. It was co-written by actual Navy SEALs whose identities cannot be revealed. It is available for pre-order now from the May issue of Previews and will be in stores on July 18.

THE ACTIVITY creator Nathan Edmondson and artist Mitch Gerads are available for interviews and, as an added bonus, some their research contacts will also be answering questions along with them. Please contact Image Comics PR and Marketing Director Jennifer de Guzman at jenniferdeguzman@imagecomics.com to set up an interview with the team of THE ACTIVITY.

AM2 Con Announces Console Game Tournament

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 No anime convention would be complete
without competitive and interactive video games.   AM²  is no exception to
this.  Are you a tough enough to challenge adversaries to these games?  To
those elite few, we will be offering various gaming tournaments throughout
the weekend at the Console Game Room sponsored by SNAKEBYTE USA with games
supplied by GAMEFLY. More info and convention registration can be found at
www.am2con.org <http://www.am2con.org>

Winners will receive amazing prizing provided by SNAKEBYTE USA!

“There is something for everyone,” states Convention Representative Chase
Wang, “get your Passports today and join the fun!”

TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE:

Game                                                  Day
Street Fighter Third Strike                   Friday,             12:00 PM
Cyberbots                                            Friday,
8:00 PM
Gundam Extreme Versus                    Saturday,         12:00 PM
Street Fighter X Tekken                     Saturday,           8:00 PM
Smash Brothers Brawl                        Sunday,           12:00 PM
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3            Sunday,             8:00 PM

More tournaments will be added in the future, please stay tuned for further
details.

All Tournaments require a valid AM² passport to participate.  Tournament
sign-ups will be on-site only.

Open gaming stations will be available to rent throughout the weekend.
Attendees are welcome to bring their own consoles for open gameplay.
Controllers are available for rent.  A current AM² passport or valid ID is
needed for controller and station rentals.

For any questions, please contact us at interactiveevents@am2con.org


Reasons Why Toonami's Return Is Good For Anime

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In case you don't know, or have been sleeping for a while. Toonami the great showcase of great Anime shows as Dragonball Z, Rurouni Kenshin, Gundam Wing and many others is heading back to Cartoon Network. This time Toonami will be on the "Adult Swim" block, this is actually really good news for us Anime fans. Let me explain a little bit, why Toonami return is great for Anime. Toonami Airs May 26th 12:00 AM on Adult Swim on Cartoon Network!


Anime Exposure On Basic Cable: Let's face it, not everyone has Netflix or the Anime Channel, and Anime on basic cable is seen little to none. With Toonami's return that means fans will get a chance to see some Anime that they haven't seen, with two shows "Casshern Sins" and "Deadman Wonderland" joining the roster it will be a fresh start. However the only bad thing about this, is the schedule timing. Toonami might come on too late for some viewers, not everyone is going to stay up 12 to 3 AM to catch Anime. Thankfully with Toonami back it could mean more Anime will be seen, hopefully not just on Cartoon Network.


The Higher The Ratings, The More Anime We Will Get: If you know anything about television, then you know at least this, ratings keeps a show alive. No ratings the show will be cancelled for sure. It's going to be up to us to make sure Toonami stay alive. The more ratings, most likely a prime time slot will be given to Toonami which means more Anime shows. More Anime shows, means more revenue all around, let's be honest Anime in America is taking a slight drop, and Toonami could be that battery charge that it needs.


Reminds People Why Anime Stands Out: The reason what made Toonami so special was the Anime. It was something many people didn't see, especially on Cartoon Network. It brought people who never saw Anime into a world that is like no other. It turned people who never watch Anime ever into Anime fans. It showed people that Anime is awesome, and should be watched. With Toonami return maybe it will remind people what makes Anime so great.











Rurouni Kenshin Manga Reboot In Weekly Shonen Alpha Jump

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Here is some Manga news from our good friends at Viz Media! Manga Rules!!!!!

RUROUNI KENSHIN: RESTORATION will be serialized once a month in WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP ALPHA. To celebrate the upcoming live action movie, Nobuhiro Watsuki, the original creator of RURUNI KENSHIN (published by VIZ Media in North America, rated ‘T’ for Older Teens) reinvented his classic manga with all-new twists and turns. Action, romance, and historical intrigue abound in RUROUNI KENSHIN: RESTORATION, the tale of a wandering swordsman during Japan’s chaotic Meiji Restoration. Join Kenshin, Kaoru, Yahiko and others as they take up their swords once again!

Each new digital edition of WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP ALPHA treats manga fans across North America to the latest chapters of some of the world’s most popular manga series only two weeks after they debut in Japan’s massively popular WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP magazine.

WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP ALPHA is available through an annual membership that provides 52 weeks of digital access to 48 weekly issues for just $25.99. Single issues of WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP ALPHA can be read for four weeks for only $0.99. Each issue may be read on VIZManga.com/sj-weekly, and also on the updated VIZ Manga App for iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch. WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP ALPHA members also receive an annual collector’s yearbook, 4 Yu-Gi-Oh! cards throughout the year delivered to your door, and access to exclusive content, including creator interviews and exclusive videos.


VIZ Media also continues its special May manga promotion on VIZManga.com and the VIZ MANGA App for the Apple iPad®, iPhone® and iPod® touch, offering a 40% off discount on five select Volume 1 digital titles (Reg. MSRP: $4.99, Sale Price: $2.99) each Monday through the end of the month.

Discount Manga Titles for May 21st Include:
HIKARU NO GO Vol. 1 · Rated ‘A’ for All Ages
NURA: RISE OF THE YOKAI CLAN Vol. 1 · Rated ‘T’ for Teens
ROSARIO + VAMPIRE Vol. 1 · Rated ‘T+’ for Older Teens
RUROUNI KENSHIN Vol. 1 · Rated ‘T+’ for Older Teens
TEGAMI BACHI Vol. 1 · Rated ‘T’ for Teens

Discount Manga Titles for May 28th Include:
BLEACH Vol. 1 · Rated ‘T’ for Teens
CLAYMORE Vol. 1 · Rated ‘T+’ for Older Teens
DRAGON BALL Vol. 1 · Rated ‘T+’ for Older Teens
KEKKAISHI Vol. 1 · Rated ‘T’ for Teens
THE PRINCE OF TENNIS Vol. 1 · Rated ‘A’ for All Ages

Finally, in addition to updates to 19 other series, shojo fans can look forward to the debut on May 28th ofHONEY AND CLOVER (rated ‘T+’ for Older Teens). Created by Chica Umino. the story follows Takemoto, a sophomore art student in Tokyo, who thinks his greatest worries in life are finding ways to eat more meat and getting to class on time. But with friends like his, life is never going to be that tame.

The VIZ MANGA APP is available for free through the iTunes Store and all manga volumes are generally available for purchase and download in the U.S. and Canada within the application for $4.99 (U.S. / CAN) per volume. More than 55 series and 500+ volumes are currently available for download.

VIZ Media’s multiple digital manga platforms allow for universal access to read manga from an iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, and now, on VIZManga.com for desktop/laptop PC-enabled computers as well as Android-powered devices with built-in web browsers. The free VIZ Manga App is the top application for reading manga and features a rapidly growing library of the most popular manga series in the world. For more information, please visit VIZManga.com or www.VIZ.com/apps.

For more information on WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP ALPHA and exclusive subscriber offers, please visitSJAlpha.com. 


Astonishing X-Men #50 Preview (Northstar Proposes)

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Here is some news from the world of Marvel Comics!

The X-Men, one of the world’s most popular super hero teams, have always been at the forefront of the biggest stories in comic history; and today is no different as Marvel is proud to announce the wedding that has everyone talking! Today, fans worldwide learned on ABC’s The View, that Jean-Paul Beaubier, AKA Northstar and a popular member of the X-Men, proposes to his boyfriend Kyle Jinadu in Astonishing X-Men #50, on-sale tomorrow in comic stores, on the Marvel Comics app and at the Marvel Digital Comics Shop. The creative team of New York Times best-sellers Marjorie Liu (X-23¸ the urban fantasy Hunter Kiss series and the Dirk & Steeleparanormal romances) and Mike Perkins (Stephen King’s The Stand) have put Northstar and Kyle’s relationship to the test—and now they’re about to take their biggest step yet. But will their path to wedded matrimony in New York City be smooth or are there hidden dangers around the corner?

“The Marvel Universe has always reflected the world outside your window, so we strive to make sure our characters, relationships and stories are grounded in that reality,” said Axel Alonso, Marvel Editor in Chief. “We’ve been working on this story for over a year to ensure Northstar and Kyle's wedding reflects Marvel's "world outside your window" tradition."

Then, on June 20th, don’t miss the wedding of Northstar and Kyle in the pages of Astonishing X-Men #51! This unforgettable issue features covers by Dustin Weaver and Marko Djurdjevic, along with a special “Create Your Own Wedding” blank variant cover! Select comic book retailers nationwide will host wedding parties at their stores  to celebrate this joyous occasion, with special items exclusively available at participating stores!

“The story of Northstar and Kyle is universal, and at the core of everything I write: a powerful love between two people who have to fight for it against all odds,” said Liu. “This is the quintessential Marvel story, one that blends the modern world with the fantasy of super heroes in order to tell an exciting story that begins with a wedding—and continues in ways you can’t imagine.”
  
Northstar was first introduced to comic fans in the pages of 1979’s Uncanny X-Men #120, a member of the super hero team Alpha Flight and antagonist to the popular super heroes. A gold medal winning Olympian and successful businessman, the French-Canadian super hero quickly became one of the most popular members of Alpha Flight when its ongoing series launched in 1983. In 1992’s historic Alpha Flight #106, Northstar became the first openly gay super hero when he announced his sexual identity through national media. Since then, Northstar has not only joined the X-Men but become one of their most popular new members. Northstar and Kyle have been a couple since 2009, garnering a large fan following since their first appearance together.

“As a long-time fan of the X-Men, it’s not only a true honor to be part of such a historically significant story but also a complete joy,” explained Perkins.

Don’t miss the proposal everyone’s talking in Astonishing X-Men #50, available tomorrow in comic stores, on theMarvel Comics app and at the Marvel Digital Comics Shop. And then save the date for June 20, as Northstar and Kyle tie the knot in Astonishing X-Men #51

ASTONISHING X-MEN #50 (MAR120623)
Written by MARJORIE LIU
Art by MIKE PERKINS
Cover by DUSTIN WEAVER
Variant Cover by JOHN CASSADAY
Sketch Variant Cover by JOHN CASSADAY
Rated T+ …$3.99
ON SALE 5/23/12

ASTONISHING X-MEN #51 (APR120665)
Written by MARJORIE LIU
Art by MIKE PERKINS
Cover by DUSTIN WEAVER
Variant Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC
Create Your Own Wedding Variant also available
Rated T+ …$3.99
FOC—5/28/12, On-Sale—6/20/12






Interview With Abigail Klein

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We had the pleasure of chatting with upcoming actress Abigail Klein. Abigail Klein is a former NFL Cheerleader for the "Dallas Cowboys", she also is an actress. We chatted with Abigail about her role in Adam Sandler's new movie "That's My Boy" and of course we manage to get her to talk about her inner geek, from romance novels to "Temple Run."


OtakusandGeeks.com: Can you tell us about your role in "That's My Boy" and how did you get the role and what was it like on set?


Abigail Klein: I play one of Jamie's bridesmaids who is played by Leighton Meester. My character is very fun loving, enthusiastic bridesmaid. I audition for my part last July. I went in did the audition and thought okay great that was fun, then I went home to Texas for the fourth of July thinking nothing of it. Then when I got back to L.A. I was told that I had gotten the part. Next thing I knew I was on the plane to Cape Cod to shoot for a month out there, with the most amazing cast ever! It's exciting to finally get to see it.


OtakusandGeeks.com: What have you learned being on set? Is there anything that you will take that you will use through the course of your career?


Abigail Klein: This is my first movie, so I'm was basically trying to soak up everything. The best part was the group of people I got to work with, Sandler, Samburg, and even James Caan, Rachel Dratch and Will Forte. Everybody was so down to earth, and welcoming so it made my first movie experience very comfortable. You learn a lot just watching these great actors.






OtakusandGeeks.com: Is it hard to work on a Comedy, you must have been laughing a lot of times during takes?


Abigail Klein: When most your cast members do Comedy, it's hard not crack up, sometimes they would crack themselves up and then the whole set would be laughing. It's a different set to be on, oppose to a more dramatic set. I really enjoyed laughing all day at work.


OtakusandGeeks.com: For those who don't know you were a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader? We assumed the Cowboys are your favorite team?






Abigail Klein: Go Cowboys! I grew up a Dallas Cowboys fan. I grew up in Irving, close where the players would train. My parents are die hard Cowboys fans, the Cowboys is basically in my blood.


OtakusandGeeks.com (Justin): That's very interesting since we are from and based in New York. I know my Uncle who is a die hard Cowboys fan and a Texan would agree with your support for the Cowboys.


Abigail Klein: New York huh *laughs.* Don't matter what team you cheer one thing is for sure, everyone cheers for the cheerleaders.


OtakusandGeeks.com: Agreed. Here at Otakus and Geeks we focus heavy on Anime, Videogames, Films, Books, etc. Being geek doesn't necessary mean you fall into those areas. Abigail what is your inner geek, what makes you geek out?


Abigail Klein: Romance Novels! I' am a sucker for romance novels. The latest one I'm reading "The 50 Shades Of Grey." It's a real page turner, it seems whoever picks up the book disappears for a while *laughs*. The book is really out there and I'm enjoying the series.


OtakusandGeeks.com: Time to answer some questions our readers have for you. John asked "Is it a difficult transition from going to one form of entertainment to another, going from cheerleader to actress?


Abigail Klein: That's a really good question, it's really different because I grew up dancing, I didn't grow up acting. I was always accustomed to performing for a bigger audience. I'm very comfortable in front 80,000 fans in a huge football stadium, when I made the decision to go to L.A. it was different arena. Acting is more of an imitate setting, and it's a real learning experience, because I'm out of my comfort zone.


OtakusandGeeks.com: Stacy asked "Every actor or actress has that one person they would love to work with. Who would you love to work with?


Abigail Klein: Betty White! I think she is awesome. I've been a fan of hers I would love to meet her.


OtakusandGeeks.com: Since you were on the topic of books earlier, what book would you love to live in?


Abigail Klein: Harry Potter series, to be a wizard would be amazing, having the wand and flying on the broom.


OtakusandGeeks.com: We love videogames here, so we have to ask do you play any type of games?


Abigail Klein: I don't really play that much videogames, but when I'm auditioning or taking a break I play "Temple Run" which is really addictive.


OtakusandGeeks.com: Finally what can we expect from "That's My Boy" and your words of wisdom?


Abigail Klein: You can expect a really funny movie, with an amazing cast. My words of wisdom is be happy.


"That's My Boy" will be in theaters June 15 2012 Nationwide.


You can follow Abigail on Twitter at https://twitter.com/#!/abigailklein















Introducing The All-New CAPTAIN MARVEL

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Introducing The All-New CAPTAIN MARVEL!

This July, take flight as Marvel is pleased to present your first look at Captain Marvel #1! From the creative team of fan-favorite writer Kelly Sue DeConnick and rising star artist Dexter Soy, Carol Danvers suits up to tackle a threat only she can handle. Earth’s Mightiest Hero has a new name, a new mission and all the power she needs to make her life a living hell. With Captain America guest starring, and covers by Ed McGuinness & Adi Granov – no fan can miss this explosive new ongoing that will send shockwaves throughout the Marvel Universe. So what are you waiting for? Go tell your local retailer to hold you a copy – that’s an order! Captain Marvel #1 flies into comic shops everywhere, the Marvel Comics app and the Marvel Digital Comics Shop this July.

CAPTAIN MARVEL #1 (MAY120693)
Written by KELLY SUE DECONNICK
Art by DEXTER SOY
Cover by ED MCGUINNESS
Variant Cover by ADI GRANOV
FOC – 6/25/12, ON-SALE 7/18/12



James Bond "Skyfall" Teaser Trailer

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Finally the new James Bond movie trailer has arrived. It has been a tough road for Bond to get this new film, with financial trouble, copyright issues and more. I thought this day would take longer, but it's finally here and it looks dark. Here is the synopsis "Bond's loyalty to M is tested as her past comes back to haunt her. As MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost." Can't wait till November!

James Bond 50th Anniversary Blu-Ray Collection Announced

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Otakus and Geeks as you all know I' am a huge James Bond fan, so check out this cool news from 20th Century  Fox!

All the Bonds.  All the girls.  All the action.  All in high-definition.  Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios and Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment mark James Bond’s monumental golden anniversary with the release of BOND 50, the complete Bond experience showcasing all 22 classic films on Blu-ray together for the first time ever, neatly packaged into one cool, sleek collectable box-set.  The collection will be available beginning September 24 in the United Kingdom and September 25 in North America with additional international markets to follow that week.  BOND 50 marks the debut of nine James Bond films previously unavailable in high definition Blu-ray and comes with a dossier of more than 122 hours of bonus features.

Set for release just prior to the theatrical premiere of SKYFALL, BOND 50 will offer a look at the latest Bond film through videoblogs shot with the cast and crew.  The BOND 50 collection also provides two all-new pieces that spotlight the history of 007.  “The World of Bond” takes a look at the style and attitude that is signature to Bond; pulling together the cars, the women, the villains and the music that have been a staple of these films for the past 50 years.  “Being Bond” profiles the six distinguished actors that have had the honor of portraying 007.

Additional bonus content in the BOND 50 collection includes cast and crew commentaries, the behind-the-scenes making of each film, in-depth interviews with every actor that played Bond, a closer look at the exotic locations as shot on-the-set, the women of Bond, the villains of Bond, Bond’s cars and gadgets, music videos and much, much more!

Special Features:

·       DISC TWENTY THREE – Bonus Material
o   NEW – The World of Bond – the 007 films have a look, style and attitude that is signature Bond.  From the cars, to the women, to the villains and even the music, Bond films stand apart. The World of Bond takes the viewer through the best of five decades worth of classic James Bond in one thrilling montage.  The World of Bond showcases the fascinating and entertaining interplay among unforgettable moments of danger, seduction, adventure and a dash of that distinguished humor that fans have cherished from the beginning up until now.  To add to the experience, The World of Bond featurette will also offer a Pop-Up Trivia option to challenge even the sharpest of fans with little known facts and interesting trivia from the Bond Universe.
o   NEW – Being Bond – there’s only one James Bond – but he’s proven too much for only one actor to play the role.  In the franchise’s 50-year run, six distinguished actors have taken on the part and secured a spot in cinematic history. Sean Connery, George Lazenby, Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton, Pierce Brosnan, and Daniel Craig each reflect on the impact and importance of taking on such a famous role.  With this piece, gain insight into what each actor brought to the character and discover how they shaped the world’s most timeless secret agent. 
o   SKYFALL Videoblogs – behind-the-scenes look at the making of SKYFALL from the cast and crew

·       DISC ONE— Dr. No (Over 3 hours of content)
o   Commentary with Director Terence Young and cast and crew
o   6 Featurettes
o   Original Theatrical Trailer, TV and radio spots
o   Photo Galleries

·       DISC TWO— From Russia With Love (Over 3 hours of content)
o   Commentary with Director Terence Young and cast and crew
o   2 Featurettes
o   Animated Storyboard Sequence
o   Original Theatrical Trailer, TV and radio spots
o   Photo Galleries

·       DISC THREE—Goldfinger (Over 5 hours of content)    
o   Commentary with Director Guy Hamilton
o   Commentary with the cast and crew
o   3 Featurettes
o   Original Screen Tests with Theodore Bikel and Tito Vandis
o   Original Theatrical Trailer, TV and radio spots
o   Original Publicity Featurette
o   Original Radio Interviews With Sean Connery
o   Photo Galleries

·       DISC FOUR—Thunderball (Over 6 hours of content)
o   Commentary with Director Terence Young
o   Commentary with Editor Peter Hunt and Screenwriter John Hopkins
o   4 Featurettes
o   Original Theatrical Trailer, TV and radio spots
o   Photo Galleries

·       DISC FIVE—You Only Live Twice (Over 4 hours of content)
o   Commentary with Director Lewis Gilbert and cast and crew
o   4 Featurettes
o   Animated Storyboard Sequence
o   Original Theatrical Trailer, TV and radio spots
o   Photo Galleries

·       DISC SIX—On Her Majesty’s Secret Service (Over 4 hours of content)
o   Commentary with Director Peter Hunt and cast and crew
o   4 Featurettes
o   Original Theatrical Trailer, TV and radio spots
o   Photo Galleries

·       DISC SEVEN—Diamonds Are Forever (Over 4 hours of content)
o   Commentary with Director Guy Hamilton and cast and crew
o   3 Featurettes
o   Deleted Scenes
o   Original Theatrical Trailer, TV and radio spots

·       DISC EIGHT—Live and Let Die (Over 7 hours of content)
o   Commentaries with Director Guy Hamilton, Roger Moore and Tom Mankiewicz
o   3 Featurettes
o   Original Theatrical Trailer, TV and radio spots
o   Photo Galleries

·       DISC NINE—The Man with the Golden Gun (Over 5 hours of content)
o   Commentary with Director Guy Hamilton and the cast and crew
o   Commentary with Roger Moore
o   2 Featurettes
o   Original Theatrical Trailer, TV and radio spots
o   Photo Galleries

·       DISC TEN—The Spy Who Loved Me (Over 5 hours of content)
o   Commentary with Director Lewis Gilbert and cast and crew
o   Commentary with Roger Moore
o   3 Featurettes
o   Original Theatrical Trailer, TV and radio spots

·       DISC ELEVEN—Moonraker (Over 5 hours of content)
o   Commentary with Director Lewis Gilbert and cast and crew
o   Commentary with Roger Moore
o   4 Featurettes
o   Original Theatrical Trailer
o   Photo Gallery

·       DISC TWELVE—For Your Eyes Only (Over 7 hours of content)
o   Commentary with Director John Glen and the cast and crew
o   Commentary with Roger Moore
o   Commentary with Producer Michael G. Wilson and crew
o   4 Featurettes
o   Animated Storyboard Sequences for Snowmobile Chase & Underwater
o   Music Video performed by Sheena Easton
o   Deleted Scenes and Expanded Angles
o   Original Theatrical Trailer, TV and radio spots
o   Photo Galleries

·       DISC THIRTEEN—Octopussy (Over 6 hours of content)
o   Commentary with Director John Glen
o   Commentary with Roger Moore
o   4 Featurettes
o   Original Screen Tests with James Brolin
o   "All Time High" Music Video
o   Original Theatrical Trailers

·       DISC FOURTEEN—A View to a Kill (Over 6 hours of content)
o   Commentary with Director John Glen and the cast and crew
o   Commentary with Roger Moore
o   4 Featurettes
o   A View to a Kill Music Video performed by Duran Duran
o   Original Theatrical Trailers and TV spots

·       DISC FIFTEEN—The Living Daylights (Over 5 hours of content)
o   Commentary with Director John Glen and cast and crew
o   3 Featurettes
o   Deleted scenes with introductions from Director John Glen
o   The Living Daylights Music Video performed by A-Ha
o   Original Theatrical Trailers

·       DISC SIXTEEN—Licence to Kill (Over 6 hours of content)
o   Commentary with Director John Glen and cast
o   Commentary with Producer Michael G. Wilson and crew
o   3 Featurettes
o   Licence to Kill Music Video performed by Gladys Knight
o   “If You Asked Me To” Music Video Performed by Patti LaBelle
o   Opening Titles Sequence
o   Original Theatrical Trailers
o   Photo Galleries


·       DISC SEVENTEEN—GoldenEye (Over 5 hours of content)
o   Commentary with Director Martin Campbell and Producer Michael G. Wilson
o   8 Featurettes
o   Deleted scenes
o   GoldenEye Music Video performed by Tina Turner

·       DISC EIGHTEEN—Tomorrow Never Dies (Over 9 hours of content)
o   Commentary with Director Roger Spottiswoode and Dan Petrie, Jr.
o   Commentary with Vic Armstrong and Producer Michael G. Wilson
o   2 Featurettes
o   Interview with Composer David Arnold
o   Deleted and Extended Scenes with introduction from Director Roger Spottiswoode
o   Tomorrow Never Dies Music Video performed by Sheryl Crow
o   The James Bond Theme (Moby's Re-Version)

·       DISC NINETEEN—The World Is Not Enough (Over 6 hours of content)
o   Commentary with Director Michael Apted
o   Commentary with Peter Lamont, David Arnold and Vic Armstrong
o   4 Featurettes
o   Opening Titles Sequence
o   The World Is Not Enough Music Video performed by Garbage
o   Deleted, Extended and Alternate Scene
o   Original Theatrical Trailer
o   Photo Galleries

·       DISC TWENTY—Die Another Day (Over 8 hours of content)
o   Commentary with Director Lee Tamahori and Producer Michael G. Wilson
o   Commentary with Pierce Brosnan and Rosamund Pike
o   5 Featurettes
o   MI6 Datastream Trivia Track with Branching Video
o   Opening Titles Sequence
o   Photo Galleries

·       DISC TWENTY ONE—Casino Royale (Over 1 hour of content)
o   Becoming Bond
o   James Bond: For Real
o   Chris Cornell Music Video

·       DISC TWENTY TWO—Quantum of Solace (Over 1 hour of content)
o   2 Featurettes
o   "Another Way to Die" Music Video
o   Original Theatrical Trailers