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GeekiN Extra #24 – Fall 2010 TV Preview

Saberj — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:01:11 +0000

This week, we are bringing you a preview of this year’s fall TV lineup. We cover the shows that have intriguing elements to them. Both the old and the new. But wait! If you aren’t caught up to the old shows, you will want to skip the discussions on them. For that reason, in the show notes, you can find a time stamp for the beginning of each show’s discussion. Just keep reading!

Returning Shows

5:44 – Life Unexpected 9/14/10
13:01 – Chuck 9/20/10
20:38 – Vampire Diaries 9/9/10
25:06 – How I Met Your Mother 9/20/10
32:04 – Glee 9/21/10
40:01 – The Big Bang Theory 9/23/10
47:25 – V 11/??/10

New Shows:

50:35 – Hellcats 9/8/10
53:30 – The Event 9/20/10
57:32 – Running Wilde 9/21/10
1:03:10 – My Generation 9/23/10
1:06:20 – Bleep My Dad Says 9/23/10
1:10:35 – No Ordinary Family 9/28/10
1:14:40 – Sherlock 10/24/10
1:17:30 – The Walking Dead 10/31/10

After this point, we discuss various cartoons coming at mostly unspecified times this year. Including Young Justice, Transformers: Prime, and Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes. Hope you enjoy the show!

Movie Night #3 – Visioneers

Scott — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 20:03:11 +0000

On this episode of Movie Night at Geekshow, hosts Scott Carelli, John Pavlich, and Nick Jimenez discuss Nick’s pick of “Visioneers” from director Jared Drake, writer Brandon Drake, and starring Zach Galifianakis.

SPOILERS for the film begin at 20:03.

Join us Friday for listener Polygon Wizard’s pick of “The Iron Giant”.

You can email your comments and film suggestions to movienight@geekshow.us

GeekiN #124

Saberj — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 23:48:09 +0000

We have a wide variety of topics to discuss this week. So get started by reading this post for a full list of discussions.

Discussion

Television

Doctor Who series 6 to be split in half (Spring/Autumn)
Kurtzman and Orci developing Locke and Key adaptation
Rob Thomas developing “Temps” for NBC
The Walking Dead premieres Sunday, October 31 at 10pm
Timothy Dalton gets important Chuck role
Discovery Kids re-branding as a Hasbro-content filled channel will launch 10/10/10 as The Hub

Movies

Valve looking into producing a Half Life live action film independently
Sylvester McCoy is in talks for Radagast the Brown in The Hobbit
Joe Carnahan, David Yates, and James McTeigue being considered to direct Fantastic Four reboot
Bruce Willis in talks to play The Thing, Stephan Moyer in talks for Doctor Doom
Jeremy Renner joins Tom Cruise for Mission Impossible 4 (though it might not be called that)
John Cusack cast as Edgar Allan Poe in James McTeigue’s The Raven
Cyrus Voris and Ethan Reif to script Karate Kid sequel
Whedon confirms Black Widow as only female Avenger, but not only female character

Video Games

Microsoft Kinect begins closed beta. Despite having an NDA, massive amounts of details leaked out
Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Video Game release on XBox Live Arcade

Other

Blockbuster prepares for bankruptcy

GeekiN Extra #23 – TrailerGEEK!

Scott — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 13:04:42 +0000

This week’s GeekiN Extra brings you another TrailerGEEK! Check out the list of trailers below and watch them yourself in the TrailerGEEK! article on GeekshowEntertainment.com!

Yogi Bear

My Soul To Take

Black Swan

Love and Other Drugs

How Do You Know

GeekiN #123

Saberj — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 17:34:42 +0000

A streamlined edition of the show this week, as news was slow. But we cover nearly everything there is to cover. For a full list of topics, keep reading!

Discussion

Television

Torchwood: The New World has received an official synopsis
The second episode of season 2 of Glee is a Britney Spears episode. Will also be the first episode for recurring actor John Stamos

Movies

X-Men: First Class details emerge! 1960s setting! No Cyclops or Jean Grey! Hellfire Club! Kevin Bacon is Sebastian Shaw!
Spider-Man reboot’s non-Mary Jane love interest has a short list
Art Marcum and Matt Holloway hired to pen TMNT reboot for Platinum Dunes
Wolverine 2 will be directed by either David Slade or Robert Schwentke
JJ Abrams is developing a thriller based on 7 Minutes in Heaven
Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Adrien Brody are Fox’s top choices for Reed Richards in Fantastic Four Reboot
Noah Ringer somehow got cast again. In Cowboys & Aliens. Twitters Set pics
Guillermo del Toro says he will likely not finish the Hellboy series
The Social Network brings us The Google Movie

Video Games

Portal 2 releasing Feb 9, 2011
Third Doctor Who Adventure game titled TARDIS, allows you to explore the Doctor’s space/time traveling vehicle

GeekJerk Reaction: The Last Exorcism, Takers

GeekiN Extra #22 – Scott Pilgrim vs. The World

Scott — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 13:07:25 +0000

In this week’s GeekiN Extra we finally see Edgar Wright’s Scott Pilgrim vs. The World starring Michael Cera and based on the Oni Press graphic novel series by Bryan Lee O’Malley. What did we think of it? How many times is Scott planning on seeing it in theaters? Find out in this edition of GeekiN Extra! BEWARE OF SPOILERS!!

GeekiN #122

Saberj — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 23:13:16 +0000

A variety of topics up for discussion this week, including a bit of disappointing site news. For a list of topics, keep reading!

Discussion

Television

Scott Pilgrim vs. The Animation
Justin Timberlake to star in the post-Superbowl Glee episode? A good fit for Schuester’s little brother?
Masi Oka joins star-filled Hawaii Five-0 as a possibly-recurring coroner
The 5th and last season of Friday Night Lights airs in October 27 on DirecTV

Movies

Green Lantern Villain changed from Legion to Parallax? (Rumor)
Judge Dredd will be “a very hard R-Rated, gritty, realistic movie” that will be shot in Johannesburg with Karl Urban as Dredd
The Avengers will be shot in 3D
Edgar Wright calls his Ant-Man a “high-tech, spy heist film”
Next Terminator to be CG-Animated sequel to original film called Terminator 3000? Legal matters may hold up production
Warner Bros producing live action Bugs Bunny film

Video Games

Bioshock Infinite announced

Other

Star Wars coming to Blu-Ray in Fall 2011 with more deleted scenes
Universal considering a Lord of the Rings theme park

GeekJerk Reaction: Lottery Ticket, Nanny McPhee Returns, Piranha 3D, The Switch, Vampires Suck

Movie Night #2 – Triangle

Scott — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 13:41:36 +0000

On this week’s episode of Movie Night at Geekshow, hosts Scott Carelli, John Pavlich, and Nick Jimenez discuss John’s pick of ‘Triangle’ from writer/director Christopher Smith and starring Melissa George.

SPOILERS for the film begin at 19:38.

Join us next week for Nick’s pick of ‘Visioneers’.

You can email your comments and film suggestions to movienight@geekshow.us

GeekiN Extra #21 – TrailerGEEK

Scott — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:40:57 +0000

This week’s GeekiN Extra brings you another TrailerGEEK! Check out the list of trailers below and watch the trailers in the TrailerGEEK article on GeekshowEntertainment.com!

The Goon

Sucker Punch

Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark

The Romantics

Barry Munday

Going the Distance

GeekiN #121

Saberj — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 23:05:22 +0000

This episode went a lot longer than usual. Lots of news of varying types packed into the episode. For a full list of topics, keep reading!

Discussion

Television

Torchwood America will be named “Torchwood: The New World”
Game of Thrones set for a Spring 2011 debut
Entourage to end next season. Movie series to follow.
Live Action Star Wars TV series on hold
Life Unexpected and One Tree Hill to crossover this season?

Movies

Tony Scott to direct Mark Millar’s “Nemesis”
Green Lantern to be first part of trilogy, Michael Goldenberg writing part 2
Christoph Waltz being considered for Spider-Man villain
The horror! Justin Beiber 3D biopic
Little Fockers reshoots are adding Dustin Hoffman to the film
Could Quentin Tarantino direct The Shadow?
Spike Jonze working on a sci-fi B-movie short film collaboration with Arcade Fire
Weinsteins produced remake of An American Werewolf in London being penned by The Number 23 scribe
John Carter of Mars releasing June 8, 2012
D.J. Caruso still “loosely attached” to directing Y the Last Man. Wants to film a trilogy, New Line wants to cram more of the story into one film
Men in Black III to begin filming in September in NYC, Spider-Man to film in December in LA
Greg Berlanti has confirmed he has begun writing the screenplay for The Flash
The Avengers begins filming February 2011

Video Games

Batman: Arkham Asylum sequel titled “Batman: Arkham City” and features Catwoman and Two Face in some way
Zachari Levi, Felicia Day, Ron Perlman, and Mathew Perry lend their voices to Fallout: New Vegas
Blockbuster now renting video games via mail

Other

Netflix in negotiations to add Paramount, Lionsgate, and MGM movies to Watch Instant
DC changes OGN Earth One plans

GeekJerk Reaction: Scott Pilgrim, Eat Pray Love, The Expendables

Movie Night #1 – Brick

Scott — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 20:20:51 +0000

On the first episode of Movie Night at Geekshow, hosts Scott Carelli, John Pavlich, and Nick Jimenez review and discuss Scott’s pick of ‘Brick’ from writer/director Rian Johnson and starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt.

SPOILERS for the film begin at 30:34.

Join us next week when we discuss John’s pick of ‘Triangle’.

You can email your comments and film suggestions to movienight@geekshow.us

GeekiN Extra #20 – Y The Last Man Vol. 1

Scott — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 15:00:50 +0000

On this week’s GeekiN Extra we discuss our July Book of the Month, Y The Last Man Deluxe Edition vol. 1 by Brian K. Vaughan and Pia Guerra. Joining us once again John Pavlich from Sofa Dogs. Enjoy!

GeekiN #120

Scott — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 21:39:57 +0000

A little late this week, but we’re back to discuss the latest news and rumors in TV, movies and more. Also, check back with us tomorrow for our book of the month discussion of Y The Last Man Vol. 1 and Friday for the first episode of Movie Night at Geekshow where we will be reviewing and discussing Rian Johnson’s Brick (which is available on Netflix Instant Streaming!). For today’s list of topics discussed , keep reading!

Discussion

Television

Steven Moffat will be writing the Doctor Who Christmas special as well as five episodes next season
Russell T Davies says “the series is going very dark places” much like Children of Earth and that is working with an American style writing room
Stargate Universe season 2 starts September 28th
The Walking Dead – Second season and B&W version on DVD releases confirmed

Movies

JJ Abrams and Bad Robots to produce “Boilerplate”, a graphical novel adaptation
Del Toro’s next project “At the Mountains of Madness”? James Cameron’s involvement to get the studio moving?
Robert Rodriguez in negotiations for the Deadpool movie? Next movie is Spy Kids 4. Deadpool will break the fourth wall
Matt Reeves says Let Me In will be a “closer tonal match to the book” than the Swedish version of the movie was; may direct Wolverine 2
Joss Whedon wanted Mark Ruffalo because he reminds him of a personal quality not seen in Bruce Banner since Bill Bixby
Liam Neeson no longer attached to Spielberg’s Lincoln biopic.
Disney sells Miramax for $660 Million
Edgar Wright says one of the reasons Ant Man isn’t in The Avengers is because he is writing an origin story, which doesn’t fit in chronologically with The Avengers
In addition to scoring Tron Legacy, Daft Punk will appear in the movie. Several of their tracks have leaked
Damon Lindelof rewriting Alien prequel for Ridley Scott
Mad Men star Jon Hamm being “seriously considered” for the Superman role
Zack Snyder is working on his adaptation of Frank Miller’s 300 follow-Up “Xerxes” as fast as Miller can write it
Green Lantern character posters gives first look at Sinestro

Other

Josh Hutcherson made his own Spider-Man audition tape
Microsoft develops software algorithm to remove motion blur from photographs taken with shaky hands using accelerometers and gyroscopes

Geek Jerk Reaction: The Other Guys, Step Up 3D, Flipped, Middle Men

GeekiN Extra #19 – Inception

Scott — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:48:31 +0000

On this week’s GeekiN Extra we discuss and review Christopher Nolan’s Inception, but keep in mind that the episode is loaded with SPOILERS. So only listen once you’ve seen the film, and let us know what you thought!

GeekiN #119

Saberj — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 19:02:09 +0000

Despite a plethora of problems getting the show recorded this week, we are back with a content filled episode. We discuss the news and rumors following Comic-Con 2010. We have a little bit of everything to discuss. For the full list, just keep reading!

Discussion

Television

Darkseid, Blue Beetle, Booster Gold, Tights, Flight, and “Superman” coming to Smallville
Young Justice looks amazing
Chuck’s mom will be Sarah Connor, aka Linda Hamilton
Brian Michael Bendis becomes writer/producer of Ultimate Spider-Man animated series.
Caprica returns to the air in Janurary
G4 brings anime versions of Blade, Wolverine, Iron Man, and X-Men to America in 2011

Movies

Mark Ruffalo is The Hulk, Joss Whedon is officially directing The Avengers
Infinity Gauntlet is the last prop reveal at the Marvel Studios booth. What does it mean?
Guillermo del Toro to direct new Haunted Mansion movie
Karl Urban will be the new Judge Dredd
Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides gets a release date: May 20, 2011
Marvel Studios regains Punisher film rights from Lionsgate

Video Games

Star Wars: The Old Republic will have space gameplay
Scott Pilgrim vs The World hits PSN on 8/10, XBLA on 8/25 for $15
DCU Online cinematic trailer is insane

Other

Comic-Con evokes a pen stab to the eye over a seat
San Diego Comic-Con coming to an end? Anaheim or Las Vegas Comic-Con possible replacements

Geek Jerk Reaction: Cats and Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore, Charlie St. Cloud, Dinner for Schmucks

GeekiN Extra #13 – TrailerGEEK!

Saberj — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 21:36:56 +0000

This week we return with another TrailerGEEK!! Hope you enjoyed it last time, because this time we bring 5 more trailers to the party. Be sure to watch them over here first.

GeekiN #118

Saberj — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:07:55 +0000

We have a lot of news to discuss this week, especially when it comes to movies. Keep reading to find a full list of topics. Hope you enjoy!

Discussion

Television

Chuck Season 4 will premiere September 20th
New episodes of Beavis and Butthead are coming to MTV
Game of Thrones casting pretty much complete

Movies

First images from The Green Lantern released in EW
Kevin Bacon’s X-Men villian to be Sebastian Shaw?
Runaways will film January to July 2011, for release in 2012
Bruce Banner/Hulk finalists reportedly include Mark Ruffalo and David Tennant
Will Smith to star in The Legend of Cain?
Zachary Levi has auditioned for new Superman, which will apparently be directed by Jonathan Nolan
McG’s live-action Tinkerbell movie to star Elizabeth Banks as Tinkerbell?
Nicholas Cage confirmed to return in Ghost Rider 2: The Spirit of Vengence, directed by Mark Neveldine and Brian Taylor from a script by David Goyer
Pixar was brought in to help touch up Tron Legacy
Pixar to dive into the direct to DVD market with the Cars spinoff “Planes”
Pixar plans to rerelease some of their catalog of films in 3D
Mission Impossible IV being reworked to include a young rookie, also Simon Pegg will be returning

Video Games

Plants vs Zombies will be getting an XBLA version with Co-op and Versus modes “later this year”. Something related planned on 8/2

Other

Full Grindhouse Bluray release confirmed for October
iPhone4’s solution for reception issues gives every owner a free case
Netflix Instant Streaming coming to Canada
Owning an iPad

Geek Jerk Reaction: Salt, Ramona and Beezus

GeekiN Extra #12 – TrailerGEEK!

Scott — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 17:00:11 +0000

This week we introduce what will hopefully become a regular installment of GeekiN Extra, TrailerGEEK. Join us as we discuss some of the most recent movie trailers to be released.

The Green Hornet

Never Let Me Go

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

Little Fockers

Rango

Flipped

Let Me In

The Social Network

GeekiN #117

Saberj — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 15:33:22 +0000

We return this week with an episode packed with discussion and news. For a full list of the episode’s topics, keep reading!

Discussion

Television

Party Down is cancelled
American Torchwood to begin filming in Janurary in either L.A. or Canada. “Epic” 7 1/2 month shoot. Captain Jack will be in all 10 episodes
Emmy Nominations announced

Movies

Andrew Garfield is Spider-Man, reportedly getting $500,000.
Edward Norton won’t be playing The Hulk in The Avengers. Joaquin Phoenix offered the role?
Ehren Kruger writing a new draft of Scream 4 during production, causing recasting and more.
Trent Reznor is scoring The Social Network
Benjamin Walker fired from X-Men: First Class, replaced by Nicholas Holt. Banshee, Havok, and Multiple Man also students.
Kevin Bacon in talks to play First Class villain, but which one?
Judd Apatow producing new Pee Wee Herman film
Damon Lindelof begins writing Star Trek sequel
‘Meatballs’ duo reteaming for Lego movie
Batman 3 won’t have location shooting in Chicago? UK only?
JJ Abrams and Ryan Murphy potentially up to direct Wicked adaptation?
Will Chris Columbus direct Superman?

Video Games

Hulu Plus rolls out console plans
Arkham Asylum Sequel Names

Geek Jerk Reaction: Inception and The Sorcerer’s Apprentice

The Doctor’s Companion Ep. 30 – Series 5 Wrap-up

Scott — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 18:45:00 +0000

Scott and Randy take some time to discuss their overall thoughts on Series 5 of Doctor Who, as well as answer your emails, speculate about Series 6, and discuss our plans for the off season. What did we think of the new Doctor and his Companion? How did Moffat do on his first series as showrunner? What do we think he could improve in Series 6? Find out, in the newest episode of The Doctor’s Companion! And remember, BEWARE OF SPOILERS!!

See you in a month!!

GeekiN Extra #11 – Astonishing X-Men

Scott — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 19:21:21 +0000

This week on GeekiN Extra we take a look at June’s Book of the Month, Astonishing X-Men Vol. 2 by Joss Whedon and John Cassaday. Joining in on the discussion is Sofa Dog’s John Pavlich. Enjoy!

GeekiN #116

Saberj — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 23:17:11 +0000

This week, we’re packed to brim with news and discussion. You won’t want to miss it. For a full list of discussions, continue reading!

Discussion

Television

Jeph Loeb has been appointed “Marvel Entertainment’s Executive Vice President, Head of Television”
Being Human US being cast

Movies

Peter Jackson in talks to direct The Hobbit after all?
Robin Williams wants to be in a Batman movie
Michael Fassbender cast to play Magneto and Alice Eve cast as Emma Frost in X-Men: First Class
Shyamalan set to direct “Taken with supernatural powers” next
John Lasseter co-directing Cars 2
Scream 4 begins shooting today
Batman/Superman: Apocalypse confirmed with Summer Glau as Supergirl

Video Games

Nintendo 3DS may or may not be not released this year, and will release before the end of March 2011
Microsoft announces Xbox Live Gold Family Plan
All Points Bulletin is an MMO launching with ads in their voice chat program.
Star Wars The Old Republic has their (extremely limited) first closed beta
Kinect playable demos available at The Microsoft Store. Scottsdale AZ, San Diego CA, Mission Viejo CA, Lone Tree CO
Beyond Good & Evil 2 still coming, just slowly due to a small dev team
Hulu coming to Playstation Network “Soon”?

Other

Back to the Future trilogy to be released on Blu-Ray October 26

Geek Jerk Reaction: The Twilight Saga: Eclipse, The Last Airbender

The Doctor’s Companion Ep. 29 – Old and New, Borrowed and Blue

Scott — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 21:37:26 +0000

Series 5 is a wrap, and Scott and Randy discuss its timey-wimey conclusion with episode 13, “The Big Bang”. The Doctor must find a way to save Amy, Rory, River, and himself from certain doom and the only person who can help is a little girl who once waited for a mad man in a blue box. How will the Doctor save the day and restore the universe? Does the finale live up to the hype? What’s up with the fez? Find out, in the newest episode of The Doctor’s Companion! And remember, BEWARE OF SPOILERS!!

Next Week: Series 5 Wrap-up Special!!

GeekiN #115

Saberj — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 16:36:30 +0000

Following E3 week, most of the discussion this week centers around movies. For a full list of discussion topics, keep reading!

Discussion

Television

A bunch of pictures from The Walking Dead have been released

Movies

Neill Blomkamp up next for The Hobbit?
Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides begins filming in Hawaii
Paramount comes to a “shocking” conclusion – Two week no-rental policy doesn’t help movie sales
Benjamin Walker cast as Beast in X-Men: First Class?
Scott Pilgrim International Trailer
Marvel Studios developing short films

Other

Disney’s Star Wars ride, Star Tours, will be getting a new 3D version. May 10, 2011 for Disneyland. May 17th 2011 for Disneyworld
Wizarding World of Harry Potter has now had it’s Grand Opening event

Geek Jerk Reaction: Knight and Day, Grown Ups

The Doctor’s Companion Ep. 28 – It’s a Trap!

Scott — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 22:08:40 +0000

Scott and Randy are both excited and a little sad to be discussing the first half of the series 5 finale, episode 12 “The Pandorica Opens”. The Doctor and Amy are reunited once again with the mysterious River Song, this time to investigate the opening of the Pandorica, a giant puzzle cube used to imprison the most powerful being in the universe. What is the meaning behind the prophecy from episode 1? Who or what is inside the Pandorica? What is Amy’s connection to all of this? Find out, in the newest episode of The Doctor’s Companion! And remember, BEWARE OF SPOILERS!!

Next Week: The Big Bang!!

GeekiN Extra #10 – E3 2010 Nintendo/Sony

Saberj — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 14:09:42 +0000

The second GeekiN episode of the week wraps up our E3 coverage by discussing Nintendo and Sony’s conferences. Amongst other things, we talk about the Nintendo 3DS, Donkey Kong Country Returns, and Twisted Metal for the PS3. Enjoy!

GeekiN Extra #9 – E3 2010 Microsoft

Saberj — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 15:45:30 +0000

Our first of two GeekiN Extra episodes this week covers Microsoft’s E3 presence. The next episode will cover Nintendo and Sony. Enjoy, and let us know what you thought of E3 this year! Announcements at this show include a new Xbox 360 and Natal being renamed to “Kinect for Xbox 360″.

GeekiN #114

Scott — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 17:00:30 +0000

This week is E3 and while we do a little bit of related discussion in this episode, look for a closer look at the E3 presentations from Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo in this week’s two GeekiN Extras to be released on Wednesday and Thursday. For now, we have lots of movie and TV discussion to tide you over.

Discussion

Television

Geoff Johns hints at a live action Jamie Reyes Blue Beetle TV series
Mostly empty Game of Thrones teaser hits the web

Movies

Christopher Mintz Plasse and David Tennant join the Marti Noxon penned remake of Fright Night
The Greatest Muppet Movie Ever Made gets a release date of Christmas 2011
Batman Year One animated adaptation in the works from the DC Universe Animation Studios
Footage released for proposed Mortal Kombat reboot
Harry Potter filming wraps
Sam Raimi considering directing The Great and Powerful Oz, and delaying World of Warcraft. RDJ attached to star
Green Lantern writing team hired to pen Green Lantern 2 and The Flash
Aaron Johnson and Anton Yelchin added to Spider-Man “short”list; villain to be The Lizard?
RUMOR: Joseph Gordon Levitt to play the Riddler in Batman 3?
Transformers 3 – 3D and Shockwave confirmed as villain

Video Games

New Xbox 360 design is officially revealed
Project Natal officially renamed “Kinect for Xbox 360″
Rock Band 3 adds Keys and Harmonizing
Telltale Games to develop episodic games based on Back to the Future and Jurassic Park
Comic Jumper video
Scott Pilgrim is timed PS3 exclusive

Geek Jerk Reaction: Toy Story 3, Jonah Hex

The Doctor’s Companion Ep. 27 – The Odd Couple

Scott — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 23:08:08 +0000

The Doctor must face his greatest challenge ever: Sharing a flat! Scott and Randy have a lot of fun discussing the eleventh episode of series five, “The Lodger”. The Doctor is stuck in Colchester without his companion, and must solve the mystery of the seemingly random time loops that are causing the TARDIS to have trouble materializing. While he does this, however, he must live as a human the best he can which includes finding somewhere to stay. Enter the professionally unambitious Craig as the Doctor’s new roommate and shenanigans are sure to ensue. What is the secret of the neighbor upstairs? Will Craig ever get the girl? Is that really mayonnaise in that omelet? Find out, in the newest episode of The Doctor’s Companion. And remember, BEWARE OF SPOILERS!!

Next Week: The Pandorica Opens!!

GeekiN Extra #8 – Flash: Rebirth

Saberj — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 22:29:14 +0000

This week, we take a look at May’s book of the month, “The Flash: Rebirth”. Everything you ever wanted to know about The Flash. In addition, we answer an email about Civil War. Enjoy!

GeekiN #113

Saberj — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 19:45:37 +0000

This week sees a good mixture of news and discussion. If you are interested in a full list, keep reading. We also have our second raffle drawing for Summit City. Also, watch out for this week’s GeekiN Extra, which will cover May’s book of the month.

Discussion

Television

The Walking Dead begins shooting and the first images arrive
New Thundercats cartoon in 2011
Green Lantern CG-animated series to air on Cartoon Network Fall 2011
Torchwood US moves to and greenlit on Starz – 10 episode series in Summer 2011

Movies

Captain America & Thor official costume concept art released
Jeremy Renner to debut as Hawkeye in Thor cameo, then a full co-starring role in The Avengers
No Joker in Batman 3 according to Nolan
Green Lantern movie logo and tagline
Brett Ratner to produce and possibly direct a 3D edgy reimagining of Snow White

Video Games

DCU Online sets November release date
Nintendo 3DS has “processing powers that far exceed the Wii” and “are close to the HD consoles” according to developers

Other

iPhone 4 announced officially
Geek By Night Season Two premieres August 18!

Geek Jerk Reaction: The A-Team, The Karate Kid

The Doctor’s Companion Ep. 26 – Starry Night

Scott — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 21:49:54 +0000

The best episode yet or just sort of generic? Scott and Randy completely disagree on the tenth episode of series five, “Vincent and the Doctor”. An image in one of his paintings causes the Doctor and Amy to track down Vincent van Gogh in 1890 to get to the bottom of it. Is the famous artist really seeing invisible monsters, or is he just mad? Which of us absolutely loved this episode, while the other thought it was less than stellar? Why does Van Gogh have a Scottish accent? Find out, in the newest episode of The Doctor’s Companion! And remember, BEWARE OF SPOILERS!!

Next Week: The Lodger!!

GeekiN Extra #7 – TV Finales

Scott — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 18:37:32 +0000

Tis the season for finales, and we take the time to discuss some of our favorites. But beware of SPOILERS! List of shows with timestamps after the break.

V – 13:30

Smallville – 15:00

Legend of the Seeker – 18:40

Castle – 21:05

Flash Forward – 23:30

Supernatural – 28:00

Life Unexpected – 32:55

Chuck – 37:10

GeekiN #112

Saberj — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 23:53:28 +0000

Movie discussion. Lots of it. It’s the flavor of the week. Looking for specifics? Keep reading. And also, those of you that visited our booth at Summit City Comic Con, check out the end of the episode for our first raffle.

Discussion

Television

ABC considering an Alias reboot? To share similarities with the original series, minus Rambaldi prophecy
Robert Kirkman will help with the writing of Walking Dead TV Series
NBC to air half hour special on “The Making of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” June 6th, 7pm

Movies

Guillermo Del Toro steps down as director of The Hobbit
Michael Bay’s production company will be co-producing the new TMNT movie with Nickelodean/Paramount
James McAvoy cast as Charles Xavier in X-Men: First Class; possibly Aaron Johnson for Cyclops?
Tommy Lee Jones cast in Captain America movie
Emma Roberts, Rory Culkin, and Hayden Panettiere cast in Scream 4
Sherlock Holmes 2 is happening on December 16, 2011. Rachel McAdams will return with reduced role. Moriarty will be the focus
The Flash, Aquaman, and Wonder Woman are “close” to being greenlit
New potential cast list for Peter Parker: Jamie Bell, Alden Ehrenreich, Frank Dillane, Andrew Garfield, Josh Hutcherson
Donald Glover campaigning for Spider-Man audition via Twitter
New Scott Pilgrim trailer melts faces!
No Heroics creator Drew Pearce writing a new draft for Runaways from Vaughan’s script
Legendary Pictures acquires rights to Mass Effect movie, producing the movie alongside Avi Arad

Video Games

Natal to be be renamed Wave?

Geek Jerk Reaction: Get Him to the Greek, Killers, Marmaduke, Splice

The Doctor’s Companion Ep. 25 – Apes vs Lizards

Scott — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 04:10:01 +0000

The Silurians are determined to go to war, but Scott and Randy manage to peacefully discuss the ninth episode of series five, “Cold Blood”. The Doctor is determined to find a peaceful solution to the Silurians’ impending war with the humans, but when his only bargaining chip is killed, he is forced to find another way. Will the Doctor find a way to convince the Silurians that humans are more than stupid apes? When will the time crack appear, and what will be its significance this time? Where have we seen that control room before? Find out, in the newest episode of The Doctor’s Companion! And remember, BEWARE OF SPOILERS!!

Next Week: Vincent and the Doctor!!

GeekiN Extra #6 – The Lost Finale

Saberj — Wed, 26 May 2010 15:37:56 +0000

This is an extremely spoiler filled talk concerning our thoughts on the finale of Lost. We encourage everyone to leave comments on your own thoughts. But take care not to post spoilers at the beginning on your comments. Also, enter this post at your own risk. There will be spoiler-filled discussions.

GeekiN #111

Saberj — Wed, 26 May 2010 03:55:11 +0000

Following our trip to Summit City Comic Con, we have a lot to say. If you’re interested in the full list of topics, just keep reading this post!

Discussion

Television

13.5 million people watch lost. Easily wins the night for ABC. Even the Lead-in scores 10 million viewers
Glee is picked up for season 3 before season 1 even ends
Neil Gaiman turns in his untitled Doctor Who script. The episode is set to air the beginning of next season
MTV orders Teen Wolf pilot to series
Lost finale will be eligible for emmys, despite being too long

Movies

Six months after Brittany Murphy dies, her husband is found dead following a medical aid request
Morgan Spurlock/Joss Whedon team-up on Comic-Con documentary “Comic-Con Episode Four: A Fan’s Hope”
Looney Tunes characters return in 3D animated shorts to be released theatrically
RUMOR: Skrulls are villains in Avengers, leading to possibly Kree/Skrull war or Secret Invasion type story in sequel

Video Games

Halo Reach to be released on September 14th

Other

Apple confirms Steve Jobs will deliver keynote address at WWDC. Expected to be the announce of the iPhone 4G
Summit City Comic Con
Orion: The Hunter interview

GeekJerk Reaction: Prince of Persia, Sex and the City 2

The Doctor’s Companion Ep. 24 – The Reptiles Are Coming!

Scott — Tue, 25 May 2010 00:43:19 +0000

The Silurians make their modern series debut and Scott and Randy are ready to discuss all the details of the eighth episode of series 5, “The Hungry Earth”. The Doctor and his duo of companions arrive in a Welsh village in the year 2020 to discover that a group of locals are unknowingly starting a war with the creatures that live underground. Will the Doctor be able to quell the conflict before its too late? Where have the Silurians been hiding? Where does the Doctor get those shades? Find out, in the newest episode of The Doctor’s Companion! And remember, BEWARE OF SPOILERS!!

Next Week: Cold Blood!!

GeekiN Extra #5

Saberj — Thu, 20 May 2010 12:36:24 +0000

Sorry about the lateness of this episode. Ran off to work without having uploaded the episode. Anyway, this week we take a look at some of the shows coming to TV in Fall of 2010 that have piqued our interest. Enjoy!

GeekiN #110

Saberj — Tue, 18 May 2010 20:25:46 +0000

With the May Upfronts in full swing, we discuss what’s been renewed and cancelled. In addition, we promise a GeekiN Extra with discussion on the new shows we are interested in. That show will be out tomorrow. But for now, keep reading for the full list of discussions from GeekiN #110.

Discussion

Television

Renewed: Chuck, V
Cancelled: FlashForward, Scrubs, Legend of the Seeker, Heroes
New shows up of interest: The Cape, Hawaii 5-0, Undercovers, Friends with Benefits
Glee lands Post Superbowl spot in 2011

Movies

David Fincher to direct 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea remake
Kick Ass screenwriter Jane Goldman rewriting X-Men First Class
Colin Farrell and Anton Yelchin cast in Fright Night remake
SHIELD is part of Marvel Studios’ post-Avengers plan
Alvin Sargent signed on to rewrite Spidey reboot
Alan Tudyk will be in Transformers 3

Video Games

Natal’s world premiere June 13th will feature a special performance by Cirque du Soleil on MTV. Media briefing will be live on Spike TV June 14 at 1:30 ET
One of the Nintendo 3ds screens could be widescreen

Other

Original Empire Strikes Back draft is leaked, and George Lucas reveals he had not planned out the Star Wars saga at Lost event
Comic creator Jazan Wild sues Heroes over “Carnival of Souls”
Smallville finale opening 2 minutes

Geek Jerk Reaction: Shrek Forever After, MacGruber

The Doctor’s Companion Ep. 23 – Dream a Little Dream

Scott — Tue, 18 May 2010 03:12:19 +0000

Scott and Randy have been dreaming about discussing the seventh episode of series 5, “Amy’s Choice”. The Doctor, Amy, and Rory have been trapped between two worlds by a mysterious new enemy known only as the Dream Lord. Can they decide which world is a dream before they die in reality? Who is the Dream Lord and what is his connection to the Doctor? Who or what will Amy choose? Find out, in the newest episode of The Doctor’s Companion! And remember, BEWARE OF SPOILERS!!

Next Week: The Hungry Earth!!

GeekiN Extra #4 – Iron Man 2

Scott — Thu, 13 May 2010 00:54:51 +0000

In this week’s GeekiN Extra, we review the Marvel Studio’s blockbuster sequel Iron Man 2 in typical spoilery fashion.

GeekiN #109

Saberj — Tue, 11 May 2010 22:48:07 +0000

Another episode for this week. Keep reading for the show notes. This Wednesday’s GeekiN Extra will focus on Iron Man 2. Enjoy!

Discussion

Television

The CW has picked up season 1 of Moonlight to be a companion piece to The Vampire Diaries this summer
Lost finale expanded to 2 1/2 hours
Smallville season finale could finally break the “no tights” rule

Movies

X-Men First class being released June 2011. Matthew Vaughn to direct, Bryan Singer to produce, Ashley Miller and Zack Stentz writing from Josh Schwartz draft
Super 8 – J.J. Abrams Cloverfield-esque super secret trailer hit the screens before Iron Man 2
Men in Black 3 will be released May 25, 2012 in 3d – Will Smith signed on, Tommy Lee Jones and Josh Brolin in negotiations to play Old/Young Agent K
Avi Arad producing a Pac-Man “project”…rumored to be a movie
Rise of the Apes announced for June 24, 2011
MI4 confirms director Brad Bird for Christmas 2011

Video Games

LittleBigPlanet 2 announced for Winter. Create entire games, rather than just levels. Move support limited to “Bonus Levels” and building levels.

Other

FCC has agreed to allow movie studios to broadcast directly to homes

Geek Jerk Reaction: Robin Hood, Just Wright, Letters to Juliet

The Doctor’s Companion Ep. 22 – Fish From Space

Scott — Tue, 11 May 2010 04:01:46 +0000

There’s definitely something fishy going on, as Scott and Randy are determined to get to the bottom of the sixth episode of series 5 “The Vampires of Venice”. The Doctor takes Amy and Rory on a much needed romantic getaway to Venice in 1580, just to discover that the city is overrun by vampires. But the trio soon realizes not everything is quite what it seems. What is the truth behind Rosanna Calvierri’s school for young ladies? Will Rory forgive Amy? Who is on the Doctor’s library card? Find out, in the newest episode of The Doctor’s Companion! And remember, BEWARE OF SPOILERS!!

Next Week: Amy’s Choice!!

GeekiN Extra #3 – Chuck Midseason

Saberj — Wed, 05 May 2010 23:29:34 +0000

This week for an extra bit of GeekiN, we take a look at where we are with Chuck. We also give our thoughts on the show moving forward. If you are caught up with the show through Chuck vs The Honeymooners, you won’t want to miss this episode.

GeekiN #108

Saberj — Tue, 04 May 2010 22:15:48 +0000

There was very little to discuss in the world of television this week, but quite a bit to talk about with movies. Still, this week seemed almost like a calm before the storm. With the May upfronts and E3 coming before long, we’ll be overloaded with news. Keep reading for a complete list of topics we discussed:

Discussion

Television

NBC picks up new JJ Abrams pilot, Undercovers

Movies

Batman 3 coming July 20, 2012. Crowded summer with Spider-Man Reboot on July 3 and Avengers on May 4. Also, Star Trek 2 on June 29.
First picture from Thor
Warner Bros. developing Starman movie?
20th Century Fox greenlights Incognito adaptation
The pure insanity of the Jonah Hex trailer
No sequels to Green Lantern or Wonder Woman DCAU films; no movies with female leads

Video Games

New Wii Bundle shipping May 9th will be black. Includes Wii Sports, Sports Resort, and Motion Plus. $199
Bungie signs deal with Activision. They will have exclusive distribution for 10 years on Bungie’s next IP. Bungie retains all rights.
Halo Reach beta goes live today for anyone with Halo ODST

Geek Jerk Reaction: Iron Man 2

The Doctor’s Companion Ep. 21 – Eyes Wide Shut

Scott — Mon, 03 May 2010 22:34:53 +0000

Scott and Randy anxiously return to discuss the conclusion to “The Time of Angels”, the fifth episode of series 5 “Flesh and Stone”. The Doctor’s plan to save the crew from the Weeping Angels surrounding them succeeds, but they all find more then they bargain for at the heart of the Byzantium. Amy’s run in with an Angel is still causing her problems, and the mystery of River Song begins to unravel. Will the Doctor be able to save Amy from certain doom? What is River hiding from the Doctor? And what nefarious plans does Amy have waiting for the Doctor in her bedroom? Find out, in the newest episode of The Doctor’s Companion! And remember, BEWARE OF SPOILERS!!

Next Week: Vampire in Venice!!

GeekiN Extra #2 – Umbrella Academy

Saberj — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 21:48:50 +0000

This week for GeekiN Extra, we discuss our book of the month, The Umbrella Academy Apocalypse Suit. From writer Gerard Way with art from Gabriel Bá and Dave Stewart.

GeekiN #107

Saberj — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 02:28:54 +0000

With the television season nearing it’s end as well as the May sweeps, we discuss quite a bit of what we are watching. We also give some TV news for the upcoming season. To see the full list of discussions, keep on reading!

Television

Heroes is being given a 13 episode pickup for season 5 to “go out with a bang”?
Young Justice on the way from Greg Weisman
Matt Smith guest starring in a Sarah Jane Adventures serial to be written by RTD
Legend of the Seeker is now very likely cancelled
Chuck returns this week

Movies

Marvel Studio plans series of low budget films
High School Musical star (Vanessa Hudgens) in talks to play Spider Woman?
Columbia must enter production on Ghost Rider 2 by November 14th, or they lose the rights. Likely moving forward without Nicolas Cage as a result.
Edgar Wright’s Ant Man finally gearing up for production in December
Newest Last Airbender trailer is kind of awesome, also 3D conversion

Video Games

Batman Arkham Asylum 2 confirms Talia Al Ghul, Two Face, and Mister Freeze
Starcraft II beta codes available at Gamestop and Amazon by pre-ordering

Other

Batman Live Action Arena show from creators of Walking With Dinosaurs
iPhone may have been sold rather than “found”. As a result, criminal charges may be forthcoming.

Geek Jerk Reaction: Furry Vengeance, A Nightmare on Elm Street

The Doctor’s Companion Ep. 20 – Hello Sweety

Scott — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 22:39:08 +0000

The Weeping Angels have returned and Scott and Randy refuse to blink while watching the fourth episode of series 5, “The Time of Angels”! River Song needs the Doctor’s help when she comes across a Weeping Angel in the belly of starcruiser. What is River’s connection to the Doctor? What happens when you look into the eyes of a Weeping Angel? What do you never ever put in a trap? Find out, in the newest episode of The Doctor’s Companion! And remember, BEWARE OF SPOILERS!!

Next Week: Flesh and Stone!!