GeekMatic!: February 2015

Saturday, February 28, 2015

Doctor Who: 11th Doctor's Sonic Screwdriver!

02.28.2015 – The Sonic Screwdriver is not like the Phaser from Star Trek or a Lightaber wielded by the Jedi or Sith in Star Wars but a useful tool. Every Science Fiction show has its own unique gadget. Doctor Who has a simple but primary device like-screwdriver.

There have been twelve iterations of The Doctor including The War Doctor in anniversary special that owned a Sonic Screwdriver. The popular Doctors that brought resurgence to the show were David Tennant, Matt Smith and currently Peter Capaldi.

02.28.2015 – “Cinderella” is slowly revealing the cast of characters in the live action film. For those who grew up and seen the Disney animated classic would be delighted to see its modern take by the same studio.

Of course there are key characters that make “Cinderella” a timeless classic fairytale one that includes her Fairy Godmother, which in the upcoming Walt Disney Studios film is compared to its glass slippers this film won’t be anticipated by long time fans…

02.28.2015 – If you haven’t been informed in the trending news Star Trek actor Leonard Nimoy has passed away he was 83 years old.

For those who have heard of his name and his recent roles in television (Fringe) and the last two Star Trek films, JJ Abrams’ “Star Trek” and Star “Trek Into Darkness” should know by now his great influence.

Captain Spock has sadly indeed gone to explore the final frontier (Leonard Simon Nimoy - March 26, 1931 - February 27, 2015). At 83 Terran years of age, Captain Spock, now Ambassador Spock, finally succumbed to end-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. He is survived by his wife, Susan, and his two children: Adam and Julie. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

We will always remember him as one of the best - if not the best - Captain of the Enterprise.

We're consumed with grief right now, but even with his death find ourselves comforted by Captain Spock's words from Wrath of Khan:

Spock: "Do not grieve, admiral. It is logical. The needs of the many outweigh ..."
Kirk: "the needs of the few,"
Spock: "Or the one ..." I never took the Kobayashi Maru test, until now... What do you think of my solution?"

Spock: ""I have been and always shall be your friend. Live long and prosper."

His soul was indeed the most "human."

Friday, February 27, 2015

Spider-Gwen #1: Most Wanted?

02.27.2015 - If you’ve not picked a comic book or had quit and lost interest in some of the recent shake ups in the industry perhaps you might wanted something that is stand alone. Just pretty much want to casually read a good book that’s off the wall.

It’s rare to find that kind of title and sometimes the ideas has been a rehash or just plain desperate that you find the narrative dead on arrival.

But if you’re looking for something new and fresh pretty sure you’ve heard one title that just came out few days ago. That comic book is “Spider-Gwen.” Now what dog gone is that comic book?

Sure the hype surrounding this new series will confuse you that Marvel started to expand more title related to Spider-Man. You’ve got Peter Parker already, Miles Morales as the Ultimate Spider-Man, the All-New Spider-Woman and now there’s a Spider-Gwen.

Yes. That Gwen Stacy known as another Spider-Woman and by now you’re confused to lose interest immediately.

02.27.2015 – “Birdman” is returning to a cinema near you and if that fictional toy commercial has brought some interest for you to see in North America then you’ll find yourself seeing it again in selected cinemas in Asia.

This year’s big winner at the Oscars that bagged the Best Picture Award which also won the Best Director Award (Alejandro G. Iñárritu), Best Cinematography (Emmanuel Lubezki) and Best Original Screenplay Award (by Alejandro G. Iñárritu, Nicolás Giacobone, Alexander Dinelaris, Jr., Armando Bo) returns in cinemas this March 4th.

02.27.2015 – If you happen to be in the area of the Fort Bonifacio High Street chances are you might see the Lochness monster in daylight or getting lost at Sherlock Holmes doorstep. Its actually Great British Festival all set for culture and the arts.

There’s more to see this weekend when you descend to catch the event where you there’s music, food, and anything British has taken over Bonifacio High Street...

02.27.2015 - Chappie is a world away from reality that a robot can become independent and be part of humanity. It’s like asking Johnny Five to be the savior of the human race and it’s quite interesting another futuristic film have Sharlto Copley.

In another film a couple years ago he portrayed a psychopathic mercenary in a distant future hunting a fugitive. Now portraying Chappie who is on the run just because a machine can’t be independent on its own and they want it destroyed.

S.H.I.E.L.D. #3: Home Invasion!

02.26.2015 - The first issue was interesting and fun seeing three characters from the hit TV series to appear in comic book form. The second issue almost topped the first one with Ms. Marvel collaborating with the team.

Now you got Spider-Man which catches your attention because he’s now Marvelous recently with Sony Pictures and Marvel teaming up to bring him to the cinematic universe. Of course in comic book form he’s been teaming up with other characters from the 616-Universe and mostly his contemporaries in the recently concluded Spider-Verse event. There’s so much interest now on the webcrawler that he’s finally coming home.

Well for this issue it’s not your basic homecoming as Spidey and Agent Coulson makes a house call to one Dr. Stephen Strange residence. Of course for those who remembered Captain America’s team who were on the run during Civil War event has made this place their own base of operations.

For Spidey it’s not your usual place to stay and Agent Coulson is way over his head not that the whole team was around to dealing these kinds of missions.

02.26.2015 - The little yellow-skinned suspender pants wearing Minions are heading to an event called “Villain Con.” As impressive as the new trailer revealed earlier this month it still gives you anticipation to see how these guys came to be.

With new merchandise related to the Minions in Despicable ME 2 chances are you’ll gobble up most of the collectible items, but if you haven’t see the new trailer here it is…

"SpongeBob Movie" In Search For Krabby Patty!

02.25.2015 – SpongeBob SquarePants has become an iconic character for almost more almost than two decades and continues to cater a new generation of fans. This is a sequel ten years in the making and the gang is back!

From Paramount Animation and Nickelodeon Movies comes “The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water”, an all new 3D adventure that’s as wild and funny as its name.

02.25.2015 – If you’re a fan of the Power Rangers franchise this unofficial fan film will probably change your perspective how you see them. It has been viewed earlier since it first made headlines and it became trending.

There has been a divided view but overall it was well received by those who never follow the official show. For those who haven’t seen it better watch it before it gets removed…

02.25.2015 – It’s bee brewing for months that Joss Whedon’s Avengers: Age of Ultron is coming full head on with an ensemble cast and a shrouded plot that have been talked about since they teased the first concept art and have revealed some behind the scenes.

There’s no doubt Joss has mentioned this back when he was still promoting the first Avengers that this sequel will be small and meaningful, which could be interpreted as the opposite or just something to make the fans anticipate to see something new.

02.25.2015 – So much has happened in the past few days after the 87th Academy Awards, where “Birdman” took Best Director and Best Picture, but left Michael Keaton without taking the bacon for Best Actor. However he still got the Golden Globes for the role.

But never the less some fans would ever wonder if there’s merchandise tied-up to the film itself. Some might wished it was and Fox Searchlight have flirted with that kind of idea as they promote the film to be re-shown in selected US cinemas…

Caroll Spinney is Big Birdman!

02.21.2015 – There are parodies that are immediately forgotten, but there some just makes the right fit. Caroll Spinney is the original “Birdman” or that grouchy green-haired monster from the rubbish bin.

In reality Caroll Spinney has been the voice of Big Bird & Oscar since taking the job as the puppetee when Sesame Street first aired almost 46 years. Now they parodied “Birdman” just about right which is nominated for 9 Academy Awards.

02.21.2015 – If Divergent wasn’t giving you the experience of post-apocalyptic world for this sci-fi genre then you must be anticipating for its sequel. Tris Prior and Four Eaton returns to the blockbuster based on the second novel by Veronica Roth.

The second installment now official titled “The Divergent Series: Insurgent” is heading to the big screen with returning cast with Golden Globe®-nominee Shailene Woodley, Theo James, Ansel Elgort, Academy Award®-winners Kate Winslet and Octavia Spencer!

Zack Snyder Teases Dawn of Justice's Aquaman!

02.20.2015 – For weeks and months the details concerning DC Entertainment’s Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice has been scarce than acquiring Kryptonite. There were news with other DC films like the Suicide Squad and its cast changes.

But none has ever been on the radar than Zack Snyder’s next big thing. It’s been a rare news to see find out what’s going on behind the scenes, but earlier this afternoon there’s something he teased regarding how Jason Momoa’s Aquaman…

02.20.2015 – The Panda Rabbit has been slowly getting quite an attention in the urban lifestyle scene. It’s from the creative mind of Los Angeles native Randy D. Rosario a concept designer who is making waves bringing his creation to the Philippines.

The self-taught Filipino is now in the country for the first time to launch a special book in collaboration with The Dream Project, a non-profit organization which helps build the nation by shaping the dreams of the Filipino youth.

DM Minion Made: Hula Minion!

02.10.2015 – The Minions are crazy little yellow-skinned hardworking people. Its Gru’s personal army that became more popular than their master. They literally stole the show from Gru who is the lead character in Despicable Me and its sequel.

Now news is that a spinoff revealing their origins are in the works simply titled “Minions” is so apt you don’t need to mention their name. Thinkway Toys produced variations and size of the characters. But the small scale line definitely was a hit that they produced various themes including the Hawaiian Minions like this Hula dancer.

Toy Photography TEN Best Picks: January 2015!

02.08.2015 – For almost six years Toy Photography has become a community of talented individuals who have their unique take on how to capture an image of a toy. It has become a mainstream medium now being used to promote different toy brands.

This was originally just a random hobby that was slowly started to pick interest which eventually grown from one community in the Philippines to various groups all over the world. Toy Photography, the community shares you the TEN BEST PICKS for January.