05th May2017

First poster for the ‘Nail Gun Massacre’ remake

by Phil Wheat

Terry Lofton and Bill Leslie’s 80s slasher Nail Gun Massacre has had something of a resurgence in popularity lately – including a VHS re-release of the film as part of May 2012′s Texas Frightmare Weekend. Released in a numbered and limited version (only 1000 copies exist), with red VHS cassette, the tape brought the film […]

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05th May2017

‘From Bedrooms to Billions: The Amiga Years’ VOD Review

by Phil Wheat

Written, Produced and Directed by Anthony Caulfield, Nicola Caulfield A couple of years ago we reviewed From Bedrooms to Billions, a documentary about the British video game industries early days; telling the story of the developments in computer technology in the UK during the late 70′s early 80′s, which helped inspire a generation of small […]

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05th May2017

Poster & Teaser for Marvel and ABC’s ‘Inhumans’

by Phil Wheat

Following yesterdays cast reveal image, check out the teaser and brand-new poster for the new Marvel TV show Inhumans, which stars Eme Ikwuakor as Gorgon, Ken Leung as Karnak, Anson Mount as Black Bolt, Serinda Swan as Medusa, Isabelle Cornish as Crystal, and Iwan Rheon as Maximus. The first two episodes of Marvel’s Inhumans will […]

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05th May2017

Lumberjanes’ Grace Ellis gets ‘Moonstruck’ at Image

by Phil Wheat

Lumberjanes and Bravest Warriors writer Grace Ellis and newcomer Shae Beagle join forces for a magical ongoing series, Moonstruck, coming this July from Image Comics. A story of monsters, romance, and magical hijinks, the first arc of Moonstruck also features a story-within-a-story illustrated by artist Kate Leth (Patsy Walker A.K.A. Hellcat, Spell on Wheels). From […]

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05th May2017

‘Lavalantula’ DVD Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Steve Guttenberg, Nia Peeples, Patrick Renna, Carlos Bernard, Michael Winslow, Marion Ramsey, Leslie Easterbrook, Ralph Garman, Danny Woodburn, Noah Hunt, Diana Hopper | Written by Neil Elman, Mike Mendez, Ashley O’Neil | Directed by Mike Mendez Back in 2012 I reviewed a Syfy channel monster movie called Arachnoquake, which saw an earthquake in New […]

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05th May2017

Two new posters for ‘Blade Runner 2049’

by Phil Wheat

Anyone else out there not excited at the prospect of a new Blade Runner film? Despite the feverish anticipation online for the 32 years later sequel, Blade Runner 2049, I’m still not sold on the concept. And this is coming from someone whose very first VHS purchase was the old “blue-spine” Warner Bros. releases of […]

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05th May2017

Interview: Jen Handorf discusses 5 Great British Horror Films

by Phil Wheat

In the latest in his “Great British Horror Films” interview series, host Stuart Wright talks to producer and director Jen Handorf about five of her favourite Great British Horror films, which include: The Innocents (1961) Quatermass and the Pit (aka Five Million Years to Earth) (1967) Blood On Satan’s Claw (1971) The Stone Tape (1972) […]

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04th May2017

First image of ABC & Marvel’s ‘The Inhumans’

by Phil Wheat

Check out the first photo, courtesy of Entertainment Weekly of the cast of new Marvel TV show The Inhumans (yes, based on the comics NOT the watered-down concept in the current Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. series), showing stars Eme Ikwuakor as Gorgon, Ken Leung as Karnak, Anson Mount as Black Bolt, Serinda Swan as Medusa, Isabelle […]

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04th May2017

Poster for Marcel Walz’s remake of ‘Blood Feast’

by Phil Wheat

Check out this cool poster for Seed 2 director Marcel Walz’s forthcoming remake of Herschell Gordon Lewis’ Blood Feast, which stars genre veterans Robert Rusler (Nightmare on Elm St. 2), Caroline Williams (Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2), Sadie Katz (Wrong Turn 6), and Sophie Monk (The Hills Run Red).  Blood Feast will make its US debut […]

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04th May2017

Interview: Producer/actor Joanne Mitchell talks ‘Adult Babies’

by Phil Wheat

In his latest interview/podcast, host Stuart Wright talks to producer/actor Joanne Mitchell about her new film Adult Babies, Bait (both directed by Dominic Brunt), and Habit (directed by Simeon Halligan) and women in horror. Bait is out now; and available to stream on Netflix UK. Adult Babies and Habit are due out later in 2017.

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04th May2017

New trailer for Van Damme/Lundgren actioner ‘Black Water’

by Phil Wheat

Action-movie stars Jean-Claude Van Damme and Dolph Lundgren, first seen together in Universal Soldier back in 1992, re-team for the action thriller Black Water; the directorial debut of cinematographer-turned-director Pasha Patriki, written by Chad Law, who previously penned the Van Damme film 6 Bullets – which is set to bow next year. A CIA operative […]

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04th May2017

New character posters for ‘Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets’

by Phil Wheat

EuropaCorp released gaggle of new character posters for Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets – the latest film from writer/director Luc Besson, which stars Dane DeHaan and Cara Delevingne, along with Clive Owen, Rihanna, Ethan Hawke, Herbie Hancock and Kris Wu. Besson based his screenplay on the French science fiction comic series “Valerian […]

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04th May2017

New poster for DC’s ‘Wonder Woman’

by Phil Wheat

Directed by Patty Jenkins (Monster, AMC’s The Killing) and starring Gal Gadot (Fast & Furious) in the titular role, Wonder Woman made her big screen debut in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, but this new film will mark her first time the character has headlined a solo feature – though you’d be hard-pressed to […]

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04th May2017

The History of Bad Ideas – Episode 174: All About Holes!

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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03rd May2017

Nerd Buy: ‘War of the Planet of the Apes’ Funko Pop! vinyls

by Phil Wheat

The re-booted Planet of the Apes series really hits high gear with this third instalment, which will be crashing into the cinema in July. And to celebrate the release Funko have debuted the first series of POP! figures from the Apes franchise – and has more releases to come, once War of the Planet of […]

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03rd May2017

Official trailer for Marvel’s ‘The Defenders’

by Phil Wheat

Marvel’s The Defenders – which premieres globally on August 18, 2017 at 12:01am PT – follows Matt Murdock/Daredevil (Charlie Cox), Jessica Jones (Krysten Ritter), Luke Cage (Mike Colter) and Danny Rand/Iron Fist (Finn Jones), a quartet of singular heroes with one common goal – to save New York City. This is the story of four […]

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03rd May2017

Bullets and Blood equal… ‘Butcher’ on PS4!

by Phil Wheat

Crunching Koalas have teamed up with Transhuman Design, the makers of Soldat, to bring the rapid skill-based 2D shooter, Butcher, to PlayStation 4 on May 9th. BUTCHER is a fast-paced 2D shooter and a blood-soaked love letter to the cult classics of the genre. As a cyborg programmed to eradicate the last remains of humanity, […]

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03rd May2017

First images of new ‘Thor: Ragnarok’ LEGO sets

by Phil Wheat

Images have leaked of two new LEGO sets based on the forthcoming Marvel Studios film Thor: Ragnarok. Based on scenes already seen in the trailer, these sets include figures of the villainous Hera, an all-new Thor minifigure; and Hulk in his Planet Hulk armour! Check them out below: 76088 Thor vs. Hulk: Arena Clash Minifigures […]

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03rd May2017

Cinema Geeks: Episode 131 – Miyazaki’s ‘Howl’s Moving Castle’

by Phil Wheat

Here’s the latest episode of the Cinema Geeks 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 right here, whilst we’ll be featuring each and every new episode as it premieres. Episode 131 – Hayao Miyazaki Retrospective: Howl’s Moving Castle Today […]

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02nd May2017

New image from ‘Alien: Covenant’

by Phil Wheat

Directed by Ridley Scott and starring Kathleen Waterston, Danny McBride, Noomi Rapace, Michael Fassbender, James Franco, Billy Crudup and Guy Pearce, Alien: Covenant is the latest entry in the Alien franchise, set for release in cinemas on May 19th, 2017; and thanks to Yahoo Movies we have a brand new image of heroine Waterson – […]

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02nd May2017

First trailer for Bandai Namco’s ‘Code Vein’

by Phil Wheat

BANDAI NAMCO have today released the first trailer for their upcoming action-RPG title Code Vein, which will be released worldwide in 2018. The new trailer highlights the mysterious and captivating universe along with a quick look at the challenging weapon-based combat found in Code Vein. The trailer also teases the companion gameplay mechanic. As players […]

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02nd May2017

Watch Now: Comic Trips 7×08 – Hawkin’ Sunday

by Phil Wheat

They’ve been referred to as “American Pickers for 80′s babies”, and “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives for nerds”. They drive. They hunt. They interact. A never-ending search for all things nostalgia related, from comic books to toys, movie memorabilia to long-forgotten pieces of pop culture history. Visiting comic book & toy stores, pop culture events, comic […]

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