I’ve watched John Wick Chapters 1 & 2 and it was a gun-fu heaven. Now a fan short using all kinds of Nerf guns by Corridor. This is the Nerf John Wick.
Viral Video Friday: NERF Gung-Fu
March 31, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Comic Book Preview: Doctor Who – Ninth Doctor #11
March 29, 2017 by Leave a Comment
The Ninth Doctor #11 begins a story-arc: Sin-Eaters Part One. If you’ve been missing out on the Ninth Doctor action, this will be a great starting point for Doctor Who newbies.
Comic Book Preview: Peepland #5
March 29, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Titan Comics imprint Hard Case Crime drops the last issue of Peepland today. Peepland #5 is where NY cops are closing in on Roxy and friends on New Year’s Eve.
The Great Wall – The Official Movie Novelization
March 23, 2017 by Leave a Comment
One of the “Wonders of the World” is the Great Wall in China. Why was this gigantic wall built? It was to keep out evil monsters that appear every 60 years. This is the big budget East/West production by Legendary Pictures directed by award-winning Zhang Yimou. “The Great Wall” stars Matt Damon as the mercenary William Garin.
In search for fame and riches, mercenary William Garin and his men find themselves in remote China. His remaining men are tired and hungry after days of being hunted down by bandits in the region. As they rest for the night, they encounter a mysterious creature. William is able to fend off the beast by cutting its talon off. William and fellow survivor Pero Tovar stumble upon the amazing gigantic structure – the Great Wall.
UNIQLO x Futura T-Shirt Collection
March 22, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Are you looking to clean out your closet of old worn t-shirts with new graphic tees with style? Artist Futura teams up with UNIQLO for this men’s t-shirt mini-capsule collection. The 12 graphic tees in the collection features Futura’s blend of abstract artwork and NYC vibe.
The Assignment Vol. #1
March 22, 2017 by Leave a Comment
From the Hard Case Crime imprint, this collects the 3 issues of Walter Hill’s The Assignment. With the upcoming movie starring Sigourney Weaver and Michelle Rodriguez, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on this trade paperback.
Comic Book Preview: Doctor Who – Twelfth Doctor #2.15
March 21, 2017 by Leave a Comment
This is it – the final issue of the Twelfth Doctor Year Two. This might be travelers Sonny and Val last trip landing on the planet Mindmorphs. Can they help the Doctor? Look for issue #15 on the comic book racks this week.
Comic Book Preview: Anno Dracula 1895 – Seven Days in Mayhem #1
March 21, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Over the years reviewing various books and comics, one of my favorite fictional characters is Anno Dracula created by author Kim Newman. Now for the first time, Mr. Newman steps into the comic book world with Anno Dracula 1895 – Seven Days in Mayhem #1 with artist Paul McCaffrey. I’m really excited about this vampire series. If it’s anything like the many Anno Dracula novels, this should be a fun ride.
Hekla’s Children by James Brogden
March 19, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Four teens on a outdoor hiking trip disappear. A day later one of the teens return alive. Hekla’s Children starts out like an episode of FOX’s Bones with sci-fi/fantasy elements.
Teacher Mr. Nathan Brookes with his “Team Leftovers”: Ryan Edwards, Catharine “Scattie” Powell, Olivia Crawford and Brandon Whitehead go on a outdoor hiking test. During the hike, they find themselves in a different part of the park and seem to be transported to the past – the “Bronze Age.” One survivor Olivia Crawford reappears traumatize and without memory of what happened.
Funko Retro Video Games
March 18, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Classic video games from the 1980s gets the vinyl figure treatment by Funko. This new Mystery Mini series theme is all about Retro Video Games like Pac-Man, Ms. Pac-Man, Frogger, Q*bert and Mega Man. The blind box packaging are made like old school video game arcade cabinets. The series features 12 figures: Centipede, Coily (Q*bert), Dig Dug/Taizo, Frogger, Fygar (Dig Dug), Mega Man, Ms. Pac-Man, Pac-Man, Pookah (Dig Dug), Q*bert, Shadow/Blinky and Speedy/Pinky.
Action Figure Photography Fun
March 17, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Photographer “Hotkenobi” takes it one step further by posing toy action figures in humorous situations with neat special effects.
The LEGO Adhesive Tape
March 16, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Get even more creative with LEGO bricks with these Toy Block Compatible Adhesive Tapes by Nimuno Loops. Compatible with LEGO, Mega Bloks, Kreo and various other building brick toys. Funded through Indiegogo, these Nimuno Loops Toy Block Compatible Adhesive Tape were created by Anine Kirsten and Max Basler.
Comic Book Preview: Doctor Who – Tenth Doctor #3.3
March 14, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Looking for more adventures with your favorite Tenth Doctor? The Year 3 issue #3 drops this week on the comic shelves.
Doraemon Sneakers
March 9, 2017 by Leave a Comment
This bubbly blue robot cat Doraemon is very popular in Asia. The character created by Fujiko F. Fujio gets a special sneaker treatment from Packer Shoes x atmos x Reebok, the Doraemon Instapump Fury OG Pad.
Comic Book Preview: Sky Doll – Sudra #1
March 8, 2017 by Leave a Comment
I’m excited about this new series Sky Doll by writer Barbara Canepa and artist Alessandro Barbucci dropping today. If you like science fiction that explores A.I., love and religion, definitely take a look at Sky Doll. Fans of Moebius will surely like the art-style.
Comic Book Preview: Assassin’s Creed – Reflections #1
March 8, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Lots Assassin’s Creed comics dropping March 8, 2017. I’m looking forward to this new Assassin’s Creed series Reflections. Templar agent Otso Berg’s work takes him to 15th century Florence.
Comic Book Preview: Assassin’s Creed – Uprising #2
March 7, 2017 by Leave a Comment
There is rift between the Black Cross and Templar Order over the Project Phoenix.
Comic Book Preview: Assassin’s Creed – Awakening #5
March 7, 2017 by Leave a Comment
The “Awakening” series takes place during the Assassin’s Creed Black Flag timeline.
Comic Book Preview: Norman – First Slash #4
March 7, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Grace comes back to haunt Norman. That crazy kid Norman discovers a bunch of clone Grace’s created by Herbert.
Comic Book Preview: Sherlock – The Blind Banker #3
March 7, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Sherlock goes manga-style with The Blind Banker #3.
Huck Gee / Gold Life 4″ Vinyls
March 1, 2017 by Leave a Comment
From artist/toy designer Huck Gee, the 3 Gold Life 4″ vinyl figures: Soul Collector, Raku Day and Raku Night.
Comic Book Preview: The Assignment #3
February 28, 2017 by Leave a Comment
This is it – the final issue of The Assignment. Hitman Frank Kitchen is still finding his way with his “new” identity. Look for a full review soon on Retrenders as I read the full trade paperback edition.
Comic Book Preview: Doctor Who – The Eleventh Doctor #3.3
February 28, 2017 by Leave a Comment
I must admit I got into the Doctor Who bandwagon a little late. I really started watching when actor Matt Smith became the Eleventh Doctor with Karen Gillan playing Amy Pond. The Eleventh Doctor with new traveling companion rides into a new adventure with Part 1: “The Tragical History Tour.”
The Great Wall – The Art of the Film
February 24, 2017 by Leave a Comment
This weekend Legendary Pictures releases one of their big films of the year into the multiplexes – The Great Wall starring Matt Damon. Suppose the Great Wall in China was not just built to defend from the human element but also “monsters.” Actor Matt Damon and the all-star Chinese cast look to defend the Great Wall and humanity from these evil beasts. Titan Books official companion guide The Great Wall – The Art of the Film takes a behind-the-scenes at the epic production.
Anno Dracula 1899 and Other Stories
February 21, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Over the years of reviewing various novels and comics for Retrenders, I’ve enjoyed reading the many tales of Kim Newman’s vampire creation Anno Dracula and world of characters around him. “Anno Dracula 1899 and Other Stories” is a collection of short stories to get fans primed for the upcoming novel Anno Dracula 1899: Daikaiju. Not only that, Titan Comics will kick-off a brand new Anno Dracula series by author Kim Newman and art by Paul McCaffrey launching in March 2017.
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