On Saturday, June 1st, the Joliet Public Library in Joliet, IL, hosted their annual Star Wars Day. This year’s event was again held at the Joliet Public Library, with additional displays hosted at the Joliet Historical Museum. The 501st Legion and the Rebel Legion again provided many of the displays. These displays included many screen accurate costumes and props constructed by members of these organizations. Also on hand were the R2 Builders, with a display of several droid units built by their members. Members of all organizations were on hand to answer any questions from visitors. The organizations also hosted
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LucasFilm Announces Second Annual Star Wars Read Day!
LUCASFILM LTD., DISNEY PUBLISHING WORLDWIDE AND PUBLISHING PARTNERS ANNOUNCE SECOND ANNUAL STAR WARS READS DAY Bookstore and library events to be held October 5, 2013 New York, NY – Lucasfilm, Disney Publishing Worldwide, and its publishing partners announced today the second annual Star Wars Reads Day to be held this October 5, 2013. Last year, 30 authors and 1,500 costumed volunteers participated in over 1,200 Star Wars Reads Day events across North America. On October 5 of this year, Star Wars fans, authors, and artists will again come together in this multi-publisher initiative that celebrates reading and Star Wars. Participating
Continue readingAnother Day, Another “Transformers 4” Vehicle Reveal
Meet Hound! Hound is described as “always rugged and reliable” and is “one of the Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles from Oshkosh Defense.” ASM Thoughts: Interesting. Hound has been a Jeep/Jeep-like vehicle since his G1 days, so to see him has a huge military truck is a bit of a departure. I was thinking more Bulkhead than Hound, actually. It will be interesting to see what characterization he will have. Source: http://michaelbay.com/2013/05/31/hound/
Continue readingTransformers 4 Production Reveals Yet Another Autobot
Michael Bay showed the world yet another redesigned Autobot from the upcoming Transformers 4 movie. He’s been several types of Camaro’s already, but Bumblebee is going old school once again, as a “highly modified, vintage 1967 Camaro SS.” ASM Thoughts: I like it, although it’s weird to see movie Bumblebee as a mostly black vehicle (countless toy redecos notwithstanding.) (Source: http://michaelbay.com/2013/05/30/transformers-4-bumblebee/)
Continue readingJoliet Public Library’s Fourth Annual “Star Wars” Day This Saturday
If you’re around northern Illinois this weekend, head over to Joliet, IL as the Joliet Public Library presents its fourth annual Star Wars Day! From 10:00am to 4:00pm, you can experience sights and sounds from that galaxy far, far away as the city of Joliet, the staff of the Joliet Public Library, local businesses, and members of the 501st Legion and Rebel Legion join together to provide Star Wars-themed fun for the public. This event is free, and there will be costumes, fan-made props, pictures, and events for all to enjoy.
Continue readingMichael Bay Provides First Look at “Transformers 4” Vehicles
Principal production on Transformers 4 has begun, according to Michael Bay via his website. As a treat for fans, he provided three images of vehicles that are being used, all of the Autobots.
Continue readingFollow Up Into Darkness
Or, “Where Some People Take Phil To Task” Last week, I posted my review of Star Trek Into Darkness, and then I shared it on my personal Facebook account. That started a whole discussion in the comments, with people agreeing with me and others saying I was completely wrong. Never let it be said that I won’t listen to criticism. I will quote some comments with permission and summarize others. (Again, FULL SPOILERS after the jump.)
Continue reading“Star Trek Into Darkness” Delivers Conflicting Emotions. Very Un-Vulcan-like.
After months of waiting, with J.J. Abrams giving out information excruciatingly slowly so as to increase anticipation, Stark Trek Into Darkness finally arrived in theaters this past weekend. The previous movie in the Trek-reboot universe was hugely successful, and this new installment had the chance to top it and provide an even more entertaining experience. But did it? [SPOILERS]
Continue readingLee, Shatner, ‘Charmed,’ Firefly Q&A’s Highlight Programming at Philadelphia Comic Con
Stan Lee, William Shatner, ‘Charmed’ and ‘Firefly’ Reunion Q&As, Comics Panels, Evening Parties, Movies Fuel Largest Programming Schedule At Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con, May 30 – June 2 Henry Winkler, Manu Bennett, James Marsters, Ray Park Among Stars Conducting Q&As; Marvel Sessions Lead Four Days Packed With Comic-Themed Programming At Pennsylvania Convention Center NEW YORK and PHILADELPHIA, May 21, 2013 – Interactive Q&A sessions featuring celebrities Stan Lee, William Shatner, Henry Winkler, John Barrowman, Manu Bennett and stars of “Charmed” and “Firefly,” a full slate of comics-themed panels, evening parties and movie screenings are some of the highlights of
Continue readingGina Torres of ‘Serenity,’ ‘Firefly’ Added To Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con, June 1-2
Gina Torres of ‘Serenity,’ ‘Firefly’ Added To Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con, June 1-2 ‘Zoë Washburne’ Joins Fellow Crewmembers Glau, Baldwin, Staite, Other Top Celebrities At Pennsylvania Convention Center PHILADELPHIA, May 13, 2013 – The fans asked… and Wizard World has answered. Actress Gina Torres, who played “Zoë Washburne” in “Firefly,” and Serenity, will attend Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con, joining fellow cast members Summer Glau, Adam Baldwin, and Jewel Staite at the event, set for May 30 – June 2 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Torres, a New York native, made her TV debut on “One Live to Live,” and later played “Jasmine” in the series “Angel” before landing
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