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How Has Sci-Fi Shed Its Old Image of Being Purely For Nerdy People?
Sci-fi was long-associated with being a nerdy genre, and a lot of people would be fearful to admit enjoying it. In the past, the ideas flaunted in the genre, such as computers and advanced technology, had...January 5, 2021 255 0
Somewhere Over the Rainbow: The Value of Colours in Animation and Graphics
When was the last time you were affected by the colours used in the production of a video game or animation? The answer is likely to be more recently than you think. The manipulation, placement and combinations of colours play a crucial role...September 18, 2017 1477 0
In Review: Star Wars #32
The covers: A foursome to find for this fourth installment of “The Screaming Citadel.” Marco Checchetto is the artist for the Regular cover. The giant head of Bombinax is in the back left, with a bust...June 16, 2017 1224 0
Turning a Blind Eye – Physical Disabilities in Sci-Fi & Fantasy Entertainment
The following contains mild spoilers for Logan and several others screen productions. While watching the intensely affecting Logan over the weekend, one thing that kept running through my mind was that physical disability is rarely addressed...March 6, 2017 3521 2
Much Loved Composer James Horner Passes Away
Today saw the passing of yet another one of the great Hollywood composers. Academy Award Winning composer James Horner has passed way leaving a massive void that can not possibly be filled by other musicians and...June 23, 2015 1088 0
Are There Four ‘Avatar’ Sequels In The Works?
New reports suggest that James Cameron could well be doing four ‘Avatar’ sequels as apposed to the three, which have already been announced. According to the films composer James Horner the director has four scripts for...April 10, 2015 858 0
8 Famous Sci-Fi Filming Locations You Can Actually Visit
Creating the right setting for a film is one of the most difficult aspects to filmmaking, but when the script calls for something from another planet the job becomes that much harder. It’s no secret that...January 22, 2015 2475 0
Hollywood Costume at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
Having seen a commercial on Turner Classic Movies, my wife suggested at 8 AM the whole family go to Los Angeles to see the Hollywood Costume exhibit at the future home of the Academy Museum of...January 8, 2015 2015 0
In Review: War Stories #2
The cover: Heavy damage is inflicted on a B-17 as a German fighter gets too close. Fantastic illustration by Matt Martin. The details on the planes are amazing and the coloring is fantastic. As good as...October 30, 2014 2756 0
In Review: War Stories #1
The cover: Several B-17s are receiving heavy fire from above and below. This is a great cover that sucked me in instantly. Imagine my surprise after picking it up to find it was a wraparound cover....October 11, 2014 1795 0-
Will long awaited ‘Avatar’ sequels use 4K 3D System
It would seem that the long awaited ‘Avatar’ sequels could well be worth the price of admission for fans that wish to see the latest visual wonders of 3D film. In a recent interview for The...September 16, 2014 1863 0
