19th Apr2019

‘Betsy’ Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Kelci C. Magel, Marylee Osborne, Erin R. Ryan, Joe Kidd, Justin Beahm, Cheyenne Gordon, Josh Miller, Ryan Stacy | Written and Directed by Shawn Burkett Directed by prolific indie horror filmmaker Shawn Burkett, Betsy is a brand-new entry in the long-running werewolf movie mythos. Not a genre to approach lightly given the myriad of […]

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19th Apr2019

Pop Addled: Episode 162 – That’s So Three Eyed Raven

by Phil Wheat

Another week, another episode of the Pop Addled podcast, part of the ever-growing podcast roster here on Nerdly! Pop Addled is a pop culture podcast with nerd tendencies. Join Keenan, Sam and Timmy as they discuss movies, music, video games, sports, TV, comics, and any intersection thereof. Their brains have been thoroughly addled by pop […]

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18th Apr2019

‘The Bouncer’ DVD Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Jean-Claude Van Damme, Sami Bouajila, Sveva Alviti, Sam Louwyck, Kevin Janssens, Kaaris, Alice Verset | Written by Jérémie Guez | Directed by Julien Leclercq In The Bouncer, Jean-Claude Van Damme stars as Lukas, a tough nightclub bouncer struggling to raise his 8-year-old daughter. One day, Lukas loses control during an altercation with a client […]

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18th Apr2019

Ten more games announced for the Sega Mega Drive Mini

by Phil Wheat

Set to launch on September 19th, it’s safe to say anticipation is VERY high for the Sega Mega Drive Mini – especially considering it comes from M2, who are handling the porting process. They’ve previously worked on SEGA AGES and SEGA 3D Classics Collection, with a fantastic reputation based on the quality of their emulation […]

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18th Apr2019

Terrible Terror: ‘Atrocious’ Review

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to a brand-new series here on Nerdly, Terrible Terror, in which we highlight some of, what we think, are the WORST horror movies to have ever burnt my retina with their atrociousness. Speaking of atrocious, here’s my review of that eponymous horror – which not only made it to UK DVD back in the […]

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18th Apr2019

‘Silk Scream’ Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Lauren Alexandra, Jenn Attaway, Lorraine Chetta, Renell Gibbs, Bill Heintz, Ari Lehman, Jason Matherne, Hunter McGregor, Lisa Mackel Smith, Steve Waltz | Written by Bill Heintz | Directed by Jason Matherne New Orleans based filmmakers Terror Optics have been churning out some “interesting” genre films in the last 15+ years beginning with the extreme […]

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18th Apr2019

The History of Bad Ideas – Episode 276: Zero Person Inches!

by Phil Wheat

Emanating from their studio in Cincinnati, Ohio, The History of Bad Ideas sees hosts Jason, Jeff and Blake talk about all things geeky on their podcast. Whether it’s rumours of the latest comic book movies, debating who really is the worst villain of all time, discussing the latest comic issues or just wondering about life […]

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17th Apr2019

Final trailer for ‘X-Men: Dark Phoenix’

by Phil Wheat

Check out the [apparently] final trailer for the next instalment in the X-Men movie franchise, entitled X-Men: Dark Phoenix which features the characters Jean Grey (Sophie Turner), Scott Summers/Cyclops (Tye Sheridan), Erik Lehnsherr/Magneto (Michael Fassbender), Charles Xavier (James McAvoy), Beast (Nicholas Hoult), Quicksilver (Evan Peters) and actress Jessica Chastain, whose villainous character is described as […]

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17th Apr2019

‘Downwell’ Review (Nintendo Switch)

by Phil Wheat

Downwell is a game about a young man with guns for boots venturing down a well. Simple right? Well… (pardon the pun) read on to find out. Another mobile port – originally released in 2015 – now making its way to the Nintendo Switch, Downwell sees you plummet through a well comprised mainly of old-school […]

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17th Apr2019

Brand-new clip from ‘John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum’

by Phil Wheat

In John Wick, he came back to seek revenge. In John Wick: Chapter 2, he was forced to repay a debt. And now, after grossing a combined total of nearly $300 million at the worldwide box office, The Boogeyman returns for John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum. In this third instalment of the adrenaline-fueled action […]

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17th Apr2019

The Filmmakers Podcast #104: Dominic Brunt on how to make Horror films

by Phil Wheat

Here’s the latest episode of the The Filmmakers Podcast, part of the ever-growing podcast roster here on Nerdly. If you haven’t heard the show yet, you can check out previous episodes on the official podcast site, whilst we’ll be featuring each and every new episode as it premieres. For those unfamiliar, with the series, The […]

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16th Apr2019

‘Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3’ coming to Switch in July!

by Phil Wheat

On 19th July, the Marvel Ultimate Alliance series returns for the first time in 10 years … and it’s only available on the Nintendo Switch system. In the Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order game, you’ll assemble your ultimate team of Marvel Super Heroes from a huge cast, including the Avengers, Guardians of the […]

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16th Apr2019

Poster & Trailer for ‘Playmobil: The Movie’

by Phil Wheat

StudioCanal and ON Animation Studios have released a new poster and trailer for the upcoming animated comedy adventure Playmobil: The Movie (cough, LEGO movie homage?, cough) which features the voices of Anya Taylor-Joy, Gabriel Bateman, Daniel Radcliffe, Jim Gaffigan, Adam Lambert, Kenan Thompson, and Meghan Trainor. When her younger brother Charlie (Gabriel Bateman) unexpectedly disappears […]

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16th Apr2019

Brit horror sequel ‘The Rizen: Possession’ to premiere at Sci-Fi London

by Phil Wheat

The Rizen: Possession, the sequel to Lost Eye Entertainment Ltd. 2017 original, will be premiering at the Sci-Fi London Film Festival next month. The film follows a group of urban explorers and a private mercenary unit as they unwittingly embark upon an underground military base used for secret, occult experiments in 1955 in a bid […]

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15th Apr2019

Digital Shorts: ‘Undead’s Building’ Review (Nintendo Switch)

by Phil Wheat

In DIGITAL SHORTS we review some of the latest video games that are only available digitally (at least in the UK), in a short-form review format. In this edition we take a look at Undead’s Building, a new “puzzle” game now available on the Nintendo Switch. Operate an elevator in a zombie invested apartment where […]

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12th Apr2019

‘Fire Pro Wrestling World’ Review (PS4)

by Phil Wheat

Fire Pro Wrestling World is a professional wrestling game, where the right timing and strategy is key to succeed – gameplay features the series has become famous for. With New Japan Pro-Wrestling officially licensed and IWGP Heavyweight Championship included, the game features a story mode, Battle Royale, MMA rules matches, and more. Fire Pro Wrestling World […]

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12th Apr2019

365Flicks Podcast: Episode 130 – ‘Stairs’ Pt.2

by Phil Wheat

Here’s the latest episode of the 365Flicks podcast, part of the ever-growing podcast roster here on Nerdly. If you haven’t heard the show yet, you can check out previous episodes on Libsyn, whilst we’ll be featuring each and every new episode as it premieres. 365Flicks Podcast: Episode 130 – ‘Stairs’ Part 2… Alana Wallace & […]

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11th Apr2019

Movies You May Have Missed: ‘Bong of the Dead’

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to the latest installment in our regular Movies You May Have Missed series here on Nerdly, in which I highlight some of, what I think, are the best movies that have flown under the radar of many or have been “forgotten” in the intervening years since its release. This time round its the low-budget […]

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11th Apr2019

The History of Bad Ideas – Episode 275: Half of You, Get Off My Lawn!

by Phil Wheat

Emanating from their studio in Cincinnati, Ohio, The History of Bad Ideas sees hosts Jason, Jeff and Blake talk about all things geeky on their podcast. Whether it’s rumours of the latest comic book movies, debating who really is the worst villain of all time, discussing the latest comic issues or just wondering about life […]

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10th Apr2019

‘Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid’ Review (Nintendo Switch)

by Phil Wheat

OK, let’s get right to the point. For those of you out there that are fans of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, there’s a LOT to like about this game. Even moreso if you’re a fan of the ENTIRE franchise – be it movies, TV or comics, as Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid is packed […]

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10th Apr2019

The Filmmakers Podcast #103: How to Make a Period Drama

by Phil Wheat

Here’s the latest episode of the The Filmmakers Podcast, part of the ever-growing podcast roster here on Nerdly. If you haven’t heard the show yet, you can check out previous episodes on the official podcast site, whilst we’ll be featuring each and every new episode as it premieres. For those unfamiliar, with the series, The […]

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09th Apr2019

‘Blood Craft’ Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Madeleine Wade, Augie Duke, Dave Sheridan, Mark Rolston, Michael Welch, Dominique Swain, Anna Harr | Written by James Cullen Bressack, Madeleine Wade | Directed by James Cullen Bressack Blood Craft, co-written by actress Madeleine Wade and director James Cullen Bressack, tells the creepy story of two sisters who suffered abuse as children at the hands […]

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