Let Action Chick go ahead and drop a wisdom bomb on you guys: Dredd is good! Yay! I feel like it’s been a while since I’ve seen a new release that was good, but Dredd entertains with a ton of action and decent story line…nothing like the 1995 Sylvester Stallone movie Judge Dredd. Still not convinced? This film is like The Raid: Redemption, only with two good guys in the fight and a crazy, evil woman as the big bad!
Anyone near Rockville, MD should check out the third annual Intervention Convention this weekend. Looks like they’re going to have a lot of fun events for everyone. Also, know that, despite the name, the convention’s not about stopping your friends from ruining their lives, so if you were planning on intervening, you don’t have to wait until the con. Check it out!
Noted Artists, Indie Filmmakers, Bloggers, and Educators to grace the country’s premier “Internet Convention”; Founders mark 3rd year of inspiring digital creators. ROCKVILLE, MD — September 9, 2012 – Intervention, a visionary combination of educational conference plus geek gaming festival returns to Rockville, MD this Sept. 21-23, 2012 for it’s third year. It’s goal? To Intervene and Inspire the whole family to take advantage of the intersection of art and technology. Over 40 guest speakers will attend – and, in keeping with the convention’s focus all of the guests are creators who have made a name for themselves by sharing their creations on the Internet.Among the guest speakers and events are Shaenon Garrity, an award-winning cartoonist and scriptwriter, H. Caldwell Tanner from CollegeHumor.com, A.J. Rosa, creator of video series My Life With Sega, Cinematic For The People, a live-action bad movie riffing experience, Spacetrawler creator Christopher Baldwin, Cosplay Burlesque, a unique combo of Burlesque and geeky skit comedy, and showings of the hit cult film Harvey Putter and the Ridiculous Premise, Browncoats, Ninjas Vs. Vampires, and more. A Humans vs Zombies LARP, Zombie Dance Party, and fun events for all ages will also take place.
The event’s co-founder, Onezumi Hartstein, said, “[co-founder] James Harknell and I wanted to put together an event that would empower people to take control of their lives by going DIY with the internet and to showcase those who have done so already. We feel that the internet is the present and the future. This is the event for the internet generation.” After successful runs in 2010 and 2011, this year will mark Hartstein’s third time organizing the event.
The convention educational content, children’s programming, board gaming, video gaming, vintage arcade cabinets, an extensive Artist Alley, Live Action Roleplaying, musical performances, and plenty of giveaways. As in past years, there will be a charity auction to benefit the Electronic Frontier Foundation, an international non-profit digital advocacy group that helps to defend civil liberties in the digital space.
Tickets for Intervention 2012 can be bought at http://www.interventioncon.com for $45 for the full weekend along with single day priced tickets. They may be purchased in advance or at the door.
Thanks to the funding of loyal supporters like you, my webseries GAGA is able to finally premiere! The first video is up on YouTube, and new episodes will go up every Wednesday. Subscribe to the Actionflickchick YouTube channel to keep up to date on all the GAGA goodness!
Now, without further adieu, I give you… Geeks and Gamers Anonymous!
Hit Girl may have to change her name to Hit Woman pretty soon, because these pics from the set of Kickass 2 show off an older, more mature Hit Girl (Chloe Moretz). This is one chick who is definitely pumped for every pic and tibdit to come out about this flick, as Hit Girl is one of the most ball-busting, ass-kicking chicks in comic and movie history, and I can’t wait to see her in action again.
Here’s Hit Girl in her civvies, giving Kickass the cold shoulder.
…And here she is, suited up and ready to slice and dice some baddies.
Now, did that get your blood pumping? Well too bad, because it’s about to freeze! Pics of Robocop’s suit in the Robocop remake have finally been released, and the results are… well, they’re about as generic as they come. Enjoy, I guess?
If you want to see Resident Evil: Retribution but are on a tight budget, just watch a gif of Milla Jovovich shooting zombies over and over, without ever bothering to take cover or reload, and you’ve essentially seen this film. Jovovich returns as Alice in the fifth installment of the Resident Evil series, along with many familiar faces you’ve either seen in the first four films or played in the video game world. For the two of you who are interested, I’ll keep the returning faces a surprise.
As far as story coherence, dramatic tension, character development or original ideas, Resident Evil: Retribution is a very bad film. What really happened in this film? They escape from an Umbrella facility. That’s it. This film has the least amount of plot I’ve ever seen in an action movie- and action films aren’t known for having a lot of plot. I actually asked myself, “What is the point of all this? Why?” and I rarely ask those questions of an action movie. I’ve trained myself to take what little plot there is in stride and just enjoy the action; but when there isn’t even a thread of rhyme or reason as to why the big bad is suddenly trying to rescue his nemesis, and characters constantly do things without even a shred of explanation, I can’t help but wonder, “What’s going on?”
One thing’s for sure, though, Resident Evil: Retribution has the most non-stop action of any film I can think of. The opening action sequence was in slow motion and in reverse, which was pretty cool, and the action didn’t stop after that either, moving right into the next battle and the next one… and the next one. It literally felt like 90 minutes of Milla Jovovich shooting things; and normally that would’ve made me ecstatic, but there has got to be some worthwhile goal the film is working toward and this one just didn’t have it.
It was full of recycled ideas like saddling Alice with a kid (like they did in the second film) and trying to escape an enclosed place before X thing happens (like they did in the first and second film), and zombies shooting guns, which basically removed the last vestige of difference between the generic zombies and generic umbrella soldiers. I finally got interested in the film during the last scene when they sort of explained what was happening and were facing a big battle, and then the film ended. Fans of the Resident Evil films could easily skip Resident Evil: Retribution and miss nothing; just watch the next inevitable entry in this franchise, one that will hopefully (I can’t believe I’m saying this) provide more plot to go along with the endless parade of nonstop bullets and zombies.
Action Rating: Now, as the Action Chick, I have to rate this film for its action, not for how good it is otherwise, which is why I rate it 5 Zombies Shooting Guns, out of 5!
This is the Action Flick Chick, and you’ve just been kicked in the ass!
Stan Lee’s Comikaze Expo, this weekend at the Los Angeles Convention Center, features a number of my friends, accomplices, and past interviewees. Stan Lee and Cassandra Peterson (Elvira, Mistress of the Dark) have partnered with the con’s founders to put together something that looks like a ton of fun. Guests of honor include Kevin Smith, Felicia Day, Adam West, Julie Newmar, and AFC contest judge Norman Reedus. Featured guests and panelists include Lou Ferrigno, Team Unicorn, Adrianne Curry, Sean Patrick Flanery, Holly Conrad, Kristen Nedopak, Stephanie Thorpe, Amber Benson, Cricket Lee, Brian Buccellato, Alina Andrei, Nathan Hamill, Jenna Busch, Jessica Merizan, Alan Kistler, Dr. Travis Langley, and so many more. If you’re in the L.A. area, check it out!
 On the Hard Rock Cafe red carpet, Stan Lee gives Katrina the final word on which superpower would be worst. ‘Nuff said! |
 Comikaze guests Adrianne Curry (left) and Holly Conrad (right) with Katrina after “The Most Dangerous Women at Comic-Con” panel. |
About Comikaze Expo:
Stan Lee’s Comikaze Expo is the brainchild of siblings Regina, Fabiano, and Mario Carpinelli, who grew up in Southern California. Since childhood, they’ve been immersed in a world of comics, gaming, horror, sci-fi, fantasy and anime. With the help of close friends Klaus Moeller and Shelle Mannion, big comic fans themselves, this collective of family and friends created the event that has always been missing from the city of Los Angeles.
After the success of their inaugural event in 2011, which brought in a whopping 35,000 attendees, Comikaze Expo was approached by living legend Stan Lee and his company Pow! Entertainment. Stan was impressed by the show and offered to purchase a percentage of the company. Thus, turning Comikaze Expo into Stan Lee’s Comikaze. Soon after, Cassandra Peterson, also known as Elvira Mistress of the Dark, followed suit. Now, for the first time in history, a comic book convention is owned by legendary pop-culture icons.
Stan Lee’s Comikaze is unlike any other comic-related event in the United States. Having spent much time researching both local and national conventions in the United States, the Comikaze Team crafted an event that will thrill and excite even the most casual comic fan. Stan Lee’s Comikaze is a multi-tiered extravaganza created by real comic fans with deep ties to the entertainment world. While Stan Lee’s Comikaze might have a classic convention vibe, it’s much more than that. The Comikaze Team did not want to make an event for industry people and hardcore fans only. Instead, they designed a more balanced event as an alternative to the standard fan convention, dedicated to the Los Angeles and geek community above all else.
Stan Lee’s Comikaze Expo is an integral part of the city of Los Angeles, something both residents and visitors can enjoy for years to come. Drawing inspiration from the city and the fans, Stan Lee’s Comikaze is an eclectic mix of LA and geek culture. Stan Lee’s Comikaze strives to create something unique for the city of Los Angeles. Between the convention and pre-events there will undoubtably be something for everyone to enjoy.
Yay! The air’s getting crisp and the nights are getting darker, meaning it’s that time of the year again- ZOMBIE TIME! AMC’s The Walking Dead will be shambling back to televisions soon! The first episode will premiere Sunday, October 14, at 9pm ET/PT. What a great way to end New York Comic Con! This season will have 16 episodes split into two parts, with the second batch airing in February 2013. The press release below goes into more detail about the upcoming season and Talking Dead:
“The Walking Dead,” the most watched drama in basic cable history, returns for an exhilarating new season on SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14 AT 9PM ET/PT. In this uncertain world, Rick Grimes (Andrew Lincoln) and his band of survivors must not only fight the dead, but
also face a whole new fear: the living. A 16 episode season, the series_Entertainment Weekly _called the “greatest thriller ever produced for television” will air in two-parts with the first eight hours kicking off October 14 and returning February 2013 with the final eight episodes. Internationally, “The Walking Dead’ will return to audiences in 120+ FOX International Channels (FIC) markets the week of October 15, as part of FIC continued commitment to broadcast the series near date-and-date globally. Following “The Walking Dead” will be the season premiere of AMC’s live after show, “Talking Dead,” hosted by Chris Hardwick at 11pm
ET/PT.The season premiere of “The Walking Dead,” coincides with AMC’s annual blockbuster marathon of thriller and horror films, _AMC_ _Fearfest_. Celebrating its 16th year, _AMC_ _Fearfest_ will feature 19 consecutive days of themed programming and more than 70 films, running from Saturday, October 13 through Wednesday, October 31.
In the highly anticipated new season, Rick and his fellow survivors continue to seek refuge in a desolate and post-apocalyptic world and soon discover that there are greater forces to fear than just the walking dead. The struggle to survive has never been so perilous. Season 3 also introduces new characters, including the Governor (David Morrissey) and fan-favorite Michonne (Danai Gurira), along with her zombie pets.
Based on the comic book series written by Robert Kirkman and published by Image Comics, “The Walking Dead” stars Lincoln, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden, Steven Yeun, Norman Reedus, Chandler Riggs, Lauren Cohan, Scott Wilson, Iron E. Singleton, Melissa McBride, Morrissey and Gurira. The series is executive produced by showruner Glen Mazzara, Kirkman, Gale Anne Hurd and David Alpert with Greg Nicotero, Denise Huth and Evan Reilly as co-executive producers.
The season premiere of “The Walking Dead” will be complemented by a wealth of exclusive content at www.amctv.com [1]. Fans can check out Inside “The Walking Dead” videos, episode sneak peeks, “Talked About Scenes,” “Talking Dead” bonus scenes, production diary interviews with the cast and crew, production photo galleries, fan trivia and new behind-the scenes videos from the set in Atlanta.
Following “The Walking Dead” season premiere will be the second season debut of AMC’s live after show “Talking Dead,” at 11pm ET/PT, hosted by Chris Hardwick. Following its most watched episode ever – after “The Walking Dead’s” Season 2 finale, which attracted 4.3 million viewers – “Talking Dead” features Hardwick spending time with fans, actors, producers and TV enthusiasts, recapping that most recent “Dead” episode, providing sneak-peeks and discussion of upcoming episodes and taking questions and comments from viewers. The series is executive produced by Michael Davies and co-executive produced by Jen Kelly from Embassy Row.
“The Walking Dead” reigns as the most watched drama series on basic cable for Adults 18-49 and Adults 25-54. The series has garnered an Emmy(R) Award for Outstanding Prosthetic Make-up, a Golden Globe(R) Award nomination for Best Television Series – Drama, and a WGA Award for Outstanding Achievement in Writing Derivative New Media, among other accolades.
Transformers 4 is in the works; and, even though it has a distant 2014 release date, it’s already creating a buzz amongst fans. TFW2005 reports the info Hasbro representatives said about the upcoming sequel- including an all new cast of not just new humans, but Transformers as well, due partly because the toy sales were not up to par after Transformers 3: “Regarding toy sales… it’s because of same characters in all three movies. This is why Transformers 4 will have a new cast of [robot] characters and it will be a story revolving around these new characters.”
No Optimus Prime or Megatron? Sure, because getting rid of your best Transformers so you can sell new toys worked great in the ’80s animated Transformers flick – oh wait, no it didn’t. it made legions of kids cry. All brands go through this “freshening up” phase to keep products moving, but as a fan of the robots from Transformers, I’m a little hesitant to see how this plays out. Right now I’ll keep an open mind, but what about you? Is this going to suck energon or recharge the franchise?
This is the Action Flick Chick, and you’ve just been kicked in the ass!
