23rd Nov2014

MonsterFest 2014: ‘Under a Kaleidoscope’ Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Kenji Shimada, Kristen Condon, Aston Elliot, Damien Vennell, Tim Jason Wicks, Glenn Maynard | Written and Directed by Addison Heath Addison Heath, writer of the recently released Chocolate Strawberry Vanilla, re-teams with some of the cast from that film – including Kristen Condon, Aston Elliot and a scene-stealing Glenn Maynard (as a crazy TV […]

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22nd Nov2014

Marvel announce huge ‘Secret Wars’ graphic novel collection!

by Phil Wheat

Before the all-new Secret Wars takes the comic world by storm in 2015, relive the complete Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars legacy in one complete, stunning package. Hot off the heels of this year’s sold-out Marvel Famous Firsts: 75th Anniversary Masterworks Slipcase Set, Marvel have announced the MARVEL SUPER HEROES SECRET WARS: BATTLEWORLD BOX SET […]

22nd Nov2014

First Look: Howard the Duck #1

by Phil Wheat

Thanksgiving is right around the corner. But who needs turkey, when you can have a little duck?! That’s right – he’s back! The fabulous fowl. The web-footed wonder. The denizen of Duckworld. The one and only Howard the Duck; and he’s coming to you this March for Howard the Duck #1 – a brand new […]

22nd Nov2014

Competition: Win a copy of sci-fi anime ‘Patema Inverted’

by Phil Wheat

One of the freshest Sci-­Fi anime in years, Patema Inverted literally turns its heroine’s world upside down to produce an action­packed, gravity­ defying adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Yasuhiro Yoshiura’s movie combines an innovative theme, spectacular set pieces and top notch art to create a sci­fi future classic you’ll […]

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22nd Nov2014

‘The Breaking Bad Cookbook’ Review

by Phil Wheat

Written by Chris Mitchell | Published by John Blake Publishing | Format: Hardback, 208pp For five seasons, Walter White and Jesse Pinkman were undisputedly the greatest cooks in North America. From their humble origins as part-timers in a cramped (and decidedly unreliable) RV to the halcyon days in a state-of-the-art ‘kitchen’, the duo prospered, with competitors falling […]

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21st Nov2014

Competition: Win ‘Ghost In The Shell ARISE: Borders 1 & 2’ on Blu-ray!

by Phil Wheat

To celebrate the release of Ghost In The Shell ARISE: Borders 1 & 2 from Manga Entertainment on DVD and Blu-ray from 24th November we have a Blu-ray version to giveaway! Ghost In The Shell returns with it’s brand new incarnation, ARISE. A 4-part series. This release includes the first two Borders. Border 1 – […]

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21st Nov2014

Competition: Win a Ltd Ed. Steelbook of ‘Bayonetta: Bloody Fate’

by Phil Wheat

To celebrate the release of Bayonetta (The Movie): Bloody Fate on DVD and Limited Edition Blu-ray Steelbook from 24th November we have a Limited Edition Blu-ray Steelbook version to giveaway! From the director of AFRO SAMURAI! Based on the smash-hit videogame, Bayonetta: Bloody Fate follows the story of the witch Bayonetta, as she defeats the […]

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20th Nov2014

MonsterFest 2014: ‘There’s Something in the Pilliga’ Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Brendan Byrne, Leoni Leaver, Rebecca Callander, Bob Clark | Written and Directed by Dane Millerd There’s not a more overwrought and overused genre trope as the found footage format, at least in terms of direct to DVD movies, with many film makers using the format in place of having a decent story. Which means […]

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19th Nov2014

First look at Alex Ross’ awesome Secret Wars #1 cover!

by Phil Wheat

You’ve seen Alex Ross’ spectacular promo image. You’ve seen the teasers. You’ve learned the first secrets of Battleworld, the strange, patchwork realm playing host to countless separate realities. Now here’s your first look at the first cover to next year’s game-changing Secret Wars #1. From the chart-topping creative team of Jonathan Hickman (Avengers, New Avengers) […]

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19th Nov2014

New teaser trailer for ‘From Parts Unknown: Fight Like A Girl’

by Phil Wheat

Strongman Pictures have released a new teaser trailer for their upcoming film From Parts Unknown: Fight Like A Girl, featuring music from Horrorcore musician KidCrusher. From Parts Unknown: Fight Like A Girl tells the story of Charlie. After watching her Daddy die in the ring, she sets out to become a wrestler in his memory. […]

19th Nov2014

‘Savaged’ DVD Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Amanda Adrienne, Tom Ardavany, Ronnie Gene Blevins, Rodney Rowland, Brionne Davis, Ed Fletcher, Jason Gurvitz, Daniel Knight, John Charles Meyer, Kyle Morris, Marc Anthony Samuel | Written and Directed by Micheal S. Ojeda Travelling across country to be with her fiancé, deaf mute Zoe (Adrienne) stumbles on a horrific crime. Zoe’s brave attempt to intervene […]

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19th Nov2014

The Scream Cast – Episode 37: Prom Night

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to the latest episode of The ScreamCast! Each episode USUALLY sees hosts Sean Duregger and Brad Henderson review a Scream Factory release, however this week the ScreamCast gang are tackling something a little different… This week Sean and Brad are talking Synapse’s fantastic Prom Night release with Canuxploitation.com (@Canuxploitation) founder Paul Corupe (@paulcorupe). Don’t […]

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18th Nov2014

New trailer and poster for ‘Project Almanac’

by Phil Wheat

Produced by Michael Bay, helmed by first-time feature director Dean Israelite and starring Jonny Weston, Sofia Black D’Elia, Sam Lerner, Allen Evangelista, Ginny Gardner and Amy Landecker, Project Almanac tells the story of a brilliant high school student and his friends who uncover blueprints for a mysterious device with limitless potential, inadvertently putting lives in […]

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18th Nov2014

First Look: Spider-Man & the X-Men #1

by Phil Wheat

This December, the newest member of the Jean Grey School for Higher Learning swings into action in Spider-Man & the X-Men #1, the new ongoing series from rising stars Elliot Kalan and Marco Failla. That’s right, it doesn’t take an X-Gene to sculpt the next generation of young mutants and Peter Parker is happy to […]

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18th Nov2014

Talking In Circles: Episode 44 – I’m on a Comet!

by Phil Wheat

Talking in Circles is a pop culture talk show/podcast where hosts Dan, Greg, and Chuck wax poetic about comic books, movies, television shows, and pretty much anything else in geek culture. Come for the witty banter stay for the exciting games, hilarious skits, and “crazy but true” news stories. This week we are going back […]

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17th Nov2014

‘Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. 2×03: Making Friends & Influencing People’ Review

by Phil Wheat

Written by Monica Owusu-Breen | Directed by Bobby Roth PLOT: As HYDRA continues to brainwash SHIELD agents to comply with their cause, Simmons is found to be working undercover within their organisation. VERDICT: And so we finally get to see what Simmons has been up to for the past few episodes, which we find is […]

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16th Nov2014

Competition: Win ‘Gremlins’ on Blu-ray!

by Phil Wheat

Out now, this Warner Bros. Home Entertainment’s (WBHE) 30th Anniversary Blu-ray is released as the studio’s distinctive new sleek Diamond Luxe Edition. Visually stunning, sleek, contemporary packaging to appeal to the modern collector, Diamond Luxe Editions are built with a revolutionary lithographic material for an unprecedented hyper­glossy finish including a hidden magnet that maintains a […]

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14th Nov2014

Competition: Win ‘Batman’ on Blu-ray!

by Phil Wheat

Out now, this Warner Bros. Home Entertainment’s (WBHE) 25th Anniversary Blu-ray is released as the studio’s distinctive new sleek Diamond Luxe Edition. Visually stunning, sleek, contemporary packaging to appeal to the modern collector, Diamond Luxe Editions are built with a revolutionary lithographic material for an unprecedented hyper­glossy finish including a hidden magnet that maintains a […]

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13th Nov2014

Competition: Win ‘The Green Mile’ on Blu-ray!

by Phil Wheat

Out now, this Warner Bros. Home Entertainment’s (WBHE) 15th Anniversary Blu-ray is released as the studio’s distinctive new sleek Diamond Luxe Edition. Visually stunning, sleek, contemporary packaging to appeal to the modern collector, Diamond Luxe Editions are built with a revolutionary lithographic material for an unprecedented hyper­glossy finish including a hidden magnet that maintains a […]

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13th Nov2014

Competition: Win ‘Gone With The Wind’ on Blu-ray!

by Phil Wheat

Out now, this Warner Bros. Home Entertainment’s (WBHE) 75th Anniversary Blu-ray is released as the studio’s distinctive new sleek Diamond Luxe Edition. Visually stunning, sleek, contemporary packaging to appeal to the modern collector, Diamond Luxe Editions are built with a revolutionary lithographic material for an unprecedented hyper­glossy finish including a hidden magnet that maintains a […]

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11th Nov2014

The Scream Cast – Episode 36: The Soultangler

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to the latest episode of The ScreamCast! Each episode USUALLY sees hosts Sean Duregger and Brad Henderson review a Scream Factory release, however this week the ScreamCast gang are tackling something a little different… This week Sean and Brad discuss The Soultangler with those involved in bringing it back from VHS certain death: Joe […]

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11th Nov2014

Talking In Circles: Episode 43 – More Homework

by Phil Wheat

Talking in Circles is a pop culture talk show/podcast where hosts Dan, Greg, and Chuck wax poetic about comic books, movies, television shows, and pretty much anything else in geek culture. Come for the witty banter stay for the exciting games, hilarious skits, and “crazy but true” news stories. Well it is that time again. […]

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