Hey there entertainment junkies and true believers alike!
Rene here from DestroyTheCyb.org! coming at you live from McCormick Place here in Chicago, IL at C2E2!
As you can probably imagine there’s lots of fun stuff to see here at the con but for those of you who aren’t here, we at the Destroythecyb still wanna let you inonthe juicy secrets wereigin ding out at the panels.
Cast
Kristen Connolly – Dana Polk
Chris Hemsworth – Curt Vaughan
Anna Hutchison – Jules Louden
Fran Kranz – Marty Mikalski
Jesse Williams – Holden McCrea
Richard Jenkins – Steve Hadley
Bradley Whitford – Richard Sitterson
Amy Acker – Wendy Lin
Directed by Drew Goddard
Rated R for strong bloody horror violence and gore, language, drug use and some sexuality/nudity.
Review
Before I begin my review for this film, I want to say that this review will be as spoiler-free as possible. Due to this, some sections of my review may seem vague. While it may be confusing, it is beneficial to you if you plan on seeing the film.
In 2009, Cabin in the Woods began filming. C0-written by nerd god Joss Whedon and Drew Goddard (Hot off writing the hit found-footage film Cloverfield), the film was intended to take a long, hard look at the horror genre, much like the Scream franchise. Filming wrapped in early 2009 and was planned for a October release. Then it was delayed to early 2010 (look at the release date on the poster I chose for the review) to be converted into 3D, which thankfully never happened. But then it was delayed until January 2011. Then indefinitely.
Are you beginning to see a pattern?
Usually, when a film is delayed for any considerable period of time, it means one thing: The movie is unbearably terrible and the studio is trying to bury for as long as they can. However in this case, there were more issues than content as the film was being made by MGM, which was going through Chapter 11 bankruptcy at the time. After being in film limbo for three long years, the horror-film-connoisseurs at LionsGate purchased it and now Cabin in the Woods has been unleashed to the movie-going public.
Mumford & Sons was a band that I had always heard about from friends and they’ve told me you have to listen to them, but for whatever reason I had never gotten the chance to sit down and listen to them. That changed recently thanks to the powers of Spotify. I was finally able to get a chance to listen to their album Sigh No More and let me tell you, I’m more than just a little impressed with this album.
In another turn of events at the Lexington Comic & Toy Convention, DestroyTheCyb.org got a chance to talk to one of a pair of wacky dudes from a REALLY popular kids’ show–Jason Narvy!
Okay, okay…that’s not descriptive enough. YOU probably know him better as ‘Skull’ from the Power Rangers series. (Unless, of course, you’re in one of his classes at the Concordia University of Chicago, where you’d know him better as your professor.)
And let us tell you…he STILL has that laugh down.
He and Paul Schrier (AKA ‘Bulk’, who also attended the con) were the two longest-appearing characters in the show, from the original Mighty Morphin days to their adventures In Space. We talked to Dr. Narvy (oh yeah, he has a PhD) about the old days, his transition into teaching, and why you have to dedicate yourself to your passions.
Dean Lorey might not be a household name, but he’s certainly been a contributing factor to many conversations within them.
Why?
Well, you know that show Arrested Development? He helped write it!
(And, if we’re going to be realistic, if you’ve never even mentioned the series before…you probably live under a rock.)
Unfortunately, the only picture we could get of him was with me. Whoops.
DestroyTheCyb.org got a chance to talk to Lorey at the Lexington Comic & Toy Convention…about becoming a writer, being disposable, and Arrested Development episodes still to come.
Cast
Jennifer Lawrence – Katniss Everdeen
Josh Hutcherson – Peeta Mellark
Liam Hemsworth – Gale Hawthorne
Willow Shields – Primrose Everdeen
Wes Bentley – Seneca Crane
Elizabeth Banks – Effie Trinket
Lenny Kravitz – Cinna
Woody Harrelson – Haymitch Abernathy
Stanley Tucci - Casear Flickerman
Donald Sutherland – President Snow
Directed by Gary Ross
Rated PG-13 for intense violent thematic material and disturbing images – all involving teens
Review
This year’s most anticipated movie not named The Dark Knight Rises or The Avengers has arrived. Based on the hit series of young adult novels, The Hunger Games is attempting to make the squeal-ly, easily amused tweens forget all about that other franchise based on a best-selling young adult franchise (but no too much, as distributor Lionsgate is now getting some of the Twilight pie). Featuring a talented cast, a dark subject matter and all the hype that goes along with this kind of adaptation, The Hunger Games is poised to take the world by storm. But is it actually deserving, or is it just another series trying desperately to take center stage outside of Harry Potter and Twilight‘s large shadows?
Since 2005 normal people have been able to become superstars on the internet via the video sharing site YouTube. It’s an amazing thing really. But one such person is actor/comedian/musician Dave Days. Days started out on YouTube about five or so years ago making fun of fellow YouTuber (and now friend) Lisa Nova and making parodies of Miley Cyrus songs. However, over the past few years he has turned into a very serious musician and has released three cd’s (a parody/comedy album and two EP’s) so far in his career.
We're Just Kids Album Cover
His most famous songs are parodies/covers of Miley Cyrus, Justin Bieber, and even Rihanna songs. Besides doing parodies and covers he also creates original songs, both pop and pop-punk alike (and the occasional hip-hop/rap.) Days is also currently touring with other YouTube musicians on the 2012 Digitour.
On January 7, Dave Days posted a video on YouTube saying that after his last EP,(Dinner and a Movie) and his 100th video (Never Gonna Stop) he had decided to return to his roots and create a new EP that was pop-punk based. The new EP, We’re Just Kids, was released on March 7.
Kentucky. It makes you think of bourbon. Horses. Fried Chicken.
Well, the horse capital of the world is adding something to the list: a comic convention.
He may LOOK angry, but that’s his ‘happy to be here’ face.
That’s right! The first ever Lexington Comic & Toy Convention is coming March 24th. In a state that brought us Robert Kirkman (you know, the man who wrote The Walking Dead), you’d think the biggest surprise would be that it took so long for central Kentucky to hold a comic con.
That is, until you see who’s attending.
For the comic fans, creators Mike Grell (Green Lantern/Green Arrow), Bob McLeod (New Mutants), Craig Boldman (Superman; Jughead), Mark Kidwell (BUMP), and Allen Bellman (Marvel Mystery Comics, among others) will be in attendance.
Those with high senses of nostalgia will get a kick out of the Power Rangers cast in attendance: Jason David Frank, Nakia Burrise, Catherine Sutherland, Jason Narvy, and Paul Schrier.
Along with guests, several Q&A sessions and guest panels will be held, as well as a costume contest for attendees.
It will be held in the Heritage Hall East at the Lexington Convention Center in downtown Lexington. For more information, you can check out their Facebook/Twitter, or else go to their official website.
Insomniacs of the world: you’re not the only ones getting “No Sleep”. In fact, everyone is.
(Note: won’t actually affect your REM cycle.)
Now that you’re well and confused, I’ll explain: there’s an EP being released March 6th called No Sleep (via 3|4), and DZ Deathray–its creator–wants you to have a little taste of it.
Did your coffee taste like sulfuric acid at all? No? Oh…no reason…
This Australian thrash-metal duo is known for their live act…and they’ve certainly had their practice. They recently ran around the great Down Under, playing with such bands as Unknown Mortal Orchestra and Foo Fighters. Eventually, Shane Parsons (vocals/guitar) and Simon Ridley (drums) settled down long enough to record their first EP…and now we arrive at the present.
I wasn’t joking about EVERYONE getting “No Sleep”. It’s the titular song from DZ Deathray’s EP, and you can listen to/download it here.
As for the future of this two-piece band, you can see them live at SXSW. Otherwise, check out their Facebook for tour dates (or their Twitter, YouTube or band site to learn more).
April’s not just for fools and Christians anymore.
The Reverberation Appreciation Society and The Black Angels confirmed April 27th through the 29th to be the official date for Austin Psych Fest 2012!
The fifth annual festival will be held at Emo’s East & Beauty Ballroom. (Don’t let the name fool you: this place caters to a multitude of different music genres.)
Weekend passes for the event are currently at $120, though daily tickets will be available in March for $45 (as more artists and daily schedules are announced).
They’ve even released a mix-tape–made by Al Lover–of what to expect at the fest.
If you love music (let’s be real) and plan on being in or around Texas in April (why not?), check out Austin Psych’s Facebook for more details.
Or just go to their website. That works, too.
Peace, love, and hugs not drugs.
