Dallas Comic-Con 2014

I'll be the first to admit my pessimistic attitude when it was announced a few months back that Dallas Comic-Con was sold to FanExpo out of Canada. I felt as if my hometown event was being invaded upon and diluted. How could a company out of Canada know what us hard-to-please folks in Texas really want? After this year's Dallas Comic-Con, I can tell you they know a whole lot about what we Southerners are looking for than you would think. Read more

Dallas Comic-Con 2014

I'll be the first to admit my pessimistic attitude when it was announced a few months back that Dallas Comic-Con was sold to FanExpo out of Canada. I felt as if my hometown event was being invaded upon and diluted. How could a company out of Canada know what us hard-to-please folks in Texas really want? After this year's Dallas Comic-Con, I can tell you they know a whole lot about what we Southerners are looking for than you would think. Read more

“Batman/Superman Volume 1: Cross World”

When I first saw the cover of Batman/Superman Issue #1, I was instantly excited to read it and take in as much of Jae Lee's fabulous art as I could. Unlike the art, the direction the story took disappointed me. "Batman/Superman Volume 1: Cross World" leaves me with mixed feelings. Read more

“Batman/Superman Volume 1: Cross World”

When I first saw the cover of Batman/Superman Issue #1, I was instantly excited to read it and take in as much of Jae Lee's fabulous art as I could. Unlike the art, the direction the story took disappointed me. "Batman/Superman Volume 1: Cross World" leaves me with mixed feelings. Read more

"Superman: Doomsday" #1

The Man of Steel's greatest foe is back and literally bigger and deadlier than ever. Superman: Doomed Issue #1 is an exciting one-shot kicking off this epic storyline. DC Comics' event will cross over into multiple titles over the next few months. Read more

"Superman: Doomsday" #1

The Man of Steel's greatest foe is back and literally bigger and deadlier than ever. Superman: Doomed Issue #1 is an exciting one-shot kicking off this epic storyline. DC Comics' event will cross over into multiple titles over the next few months. Read more

"Evilspeak"

Scream Factory offers horror fans a new high-definition version of 1981's cult classic "Evilspeak." I'm sure the entertaining movie hit a nerve at the time as the world was being introduced to personal computers and technology they weren't accustomed to yet. The idea that a demonic spirit could be conjured through your PC can be a scary thought even today. As a matter of fact, the concept was so interesting that an episode of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" addressed the same issue over a decade later. Read more

"Evilspeak"

Scream Factory offers horror fans a new high-definition version of 1981's cult classic "Evilspeak." I'm sure the entertaining movie hit a nerve at the time as the world was being introduced to personal computers and technology they weren't accustomed to yet. The idea that a demonic spirit could be conjured through your PC can be a scary thought even today. As a matter of fact, the concept was so interesting that an episode of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" addressed the same issue over a decade later. Read more

"Godzilla"

About an hour into "Godzilla," my son summed Director Gareth Edward's reboot up with one simple statement. He tapped me on the shoulder and whispered in my ear, "Dad, this movie is boring except for the fights." He captured my exact thoughts about almost every film starring the King of the Monsters. I take a mental nap when humans are onscreen and get jolted awake by the noise of two giant monsters fighting each other. Read more

"Godzilla"

About an hour into "Godzilla," my son summed Director Gareth Edward's reboot up with one simple statement. He tapped me on the shoulder and whispered in my ear, "Dad, this movie is boring except for the fights." He captured my exact thoughts about almost every film starring the King of the Monsters. I take a mental nap when humans are onscreen and get jolted awake by the noise of two giant monsters fighting each other. Read more

"Son of Batman"

The DC Universe continues combining its New 52 Universe and its animated movie universe with "Son of Batman." It was a lot easier to adapt "Justice League: War" for the big or small screen given that it was already rooted in the rebooted world we've come to know in the past few years. The real question everybody wanted to know the answer to was, "How will a book written before the launch of the New 52 fit into the new cosmos?" Whether you like the outcome or not, credit has to be given to DC for accomplishing the feat. Read more

"Son of Batman"

The DC Universe continues combining its New 52 Universe and its animated movie universe with "Son of Batman." It was a lot easier to adapt "Justice League: War" for the big or small screen given that it was already rooted in the rebooted world we've come to know in the past few years. The real question everybody wanted to know the answer to was, "How will a book written before the launch of the New 52 fit into the new cosmos?" Whether you like the outcome or not, credit has to be given to DC for accomplishing the feat. Read more

Justice League United #0

DC Comics looks to broaden its cultural horizons again through the launch of their newest monthly series entitled Justice League United. Issue #0 of the series features the debut appearance of the first Native American/First Nation super hero. Equinox is her name and she is what's called a Cree from Canada. With her powers coming from the Earth and changing with the seasons, she looks to be a serious asset to the team. Read more

Justice League United #0

DC Comics looks to broaden its cultural horizons again through the launch of their newest monthly series entitled Justice League United. Issue #0 of the series features the debut appearance of the first Native American/First Nation super hero. Equinox is her name and she is what's called a Cree from Canada. With her powers coming from the Earth and changing with the seasons, she looks to be a serious asset to the team. Read more

"The Amazing Spider-Man 2"

I have to tell you that I had absolutely no expectations walking into "The Amazing Spider-Man 2." The trailers and teasers for the movie never pushed any emotional buttons for me. Although Marc Webb's second film in his series was looking to be overstuffed with villains, I never made any negative mental comparisons to Sam Raimi's "Spider-Man 3" because I actually liked it. Read more

"The Amazing Spider-Man 2"

I have to tell you that I had absolutely no expectations walking into "The Amazing Spider-Man 2." The trailers and teasers for the movie never pushed any emotional buttons for me. Although Marc Webb's second film in his series was looking to be overstuffed with villains, I never made any negative mental comparisons to Sam Raimi's "Spider-Man 3" because I actually liked it. Read more

"Mr. Jones" Blu-ray

Rarely do I ever finish watching a movie and truly wish I could regain the ninety or so minutes I spent taking it in. It takes a lot for me to completely write off a film. Unfortunately, Anchor Bay's "Mr. Jones" is one of those rare dead weights which cause me to flip the TV off in despair and regret. The only thing I can compare the experience to is watching paint dry or a form of Chinese water torture. Read more

"Mr. Jones" Blu-ray

Rarely do I ever finish watching a movie and truly wish I could regain the ninety or so minutes I spent taking it in. It takes a lot for me to completely write off a film. Unfortunately, Anchor Bay's "Mr. Jones" is one of those rare dead weights which cause me to flip the TV off in despair and regret. The only thing I can compare the experience to is watching paint dry or a form of Chinese water torture. Read more

I'm a Rondo Awards Runner-Up Again!

I was a runner-up in the Rondo Awards again! One of the top 10! Thanks to everyone who voted! One of these days I'm going to get one of those statues!

I'm a Rondo Awards Runner-Up Again!

I was a runner-up in the Rondo Awards again! One of the top 10! Thanks to everyone who voted! One of these days I'm going to get one of those statues!

“Star Trek: Enterprise Season Four”

CBS Blu-ray brings us the final voyages to "Where No Man Has Gone Before" with "Star Trek: Enterprise Season Four." The 6-disc set collects all 22 episodes of Captain Archer and his crew's last adventures in deep space. The canceling of the show was a traumatic blow to fans worldwide, but now they can find solace in knowing they own every chapter of the interstellar saga. Read more

“Star Trek: Enterprise Season Four”

CBS Blu-ray brings us the final voyages to "Where No Man Has Gone Before" with "Star Trek: Enterprise Season Four." The 6-disc set collects all 22 episodes of Captain Archer and his crew's last adventures in deep space. The canceling of the show was a traumatic blow to fans worldwide, but now they can find solace in knowing they own every chapter of the interstellar saga. Read more

Texas Frightmare Weekend 2014

Thousands of horror fans invaded the Hyatt-Regency Hotel at the DFW Airport on May 2, 3, and 4 for 2014's annual Texas Frightmare Weekend. The three day event boasts one of the largest gatherings of genre celebrities in the Southern United States. It's a hotspot for enthusiasts looking to meet their favorite actors and buy the latest and hard-to-find collectibles the terror industry has to offer. Read more

Texas Frightmare Weekend 2014

Thousands of horror fans invaded the Hyatt-Regency Hotel at the DFW Airport on May 2, 3, and 4 for 2014's annual Texas Frightmare Weekend. The three day event boasts one of the largest gatherings of genre celebrities in the Southern United States. It's a hotspot for enthusiasts looking to meet their favorite actors and buy the latest and hard-to-find collectibles the terror industry has to offer. Read more

The New 52: Futures End #0

DC releases the 0 issue for its latest event series just in time for Free Comic Book Day. The New 52: Futures End #0 is available for fans to pick up at your local comic book shops. It's a great opportunity to give the massive story-arc a sneak preview before investing in the first few issues. Read more

The New 52: Futures End #0

DC releases the 0 issue for its latest event series just in time for Free Comic Book Day. The New 52: Futures End #0 is available for fans to pick up at your local comic book shops. It's a great opportunity to give the massive story-arc a sneak preview before investing in the first few issues. Read more

"Final Exam" Blu-ray

For every good slasher film in the 1980s, there were ten that should've never seen the light of day. Some of those misfires have gained cult status over the years for one reason or another. It's tough to truly judge a movie in a genre that celebrates bad acting, cheesy dialogue, and nonsensical plots. 1981's "Final Exam" is a perfect example of one such film that is beloved by many today for, in my opinion, no good reason at all. Read more

"Final Exam" Blu-ray

For every good slasher film in the 1980s, there were ten that should've never seen the light of day. Some of those misfires have gained cult status over the years for one reason or another. It's tough to truly judge a movie in a genre that celebrates bad acting, cheesy dialogue, and nonsensical plots. 1981's "Final Exam" is a perfect example of one such film that is beloved by many today for, in my opinion, no good reason at all. Read more

"Sleepaway Camp Blu-ray

Scream Factory brings a true slasher film gem to Blu-ray for fans to enjoy in high-definition. 1983's "Sleepaway Camp" has everything one could want in a genre piece and more. Not only does the movie have one of the best surprise endings ever conceived, it also does a better job than most at establishing characters you can truly identify with emotionally. Read more

"Sleepaway Camp Blu-ray

Scream Factory brings a true slasher film gem to Blu-ray for fans to enjoy in high-definition. 1983's "Sleepaway Camp" has everything one could want in a genre piece and more. Not only does the movie have one of the best surprise endings ever conceived, it also does a better job than most at establishing characters you can truly identify with emotionally. Read more