Glorious, Glorious “Basterds”

August 21st, 2009 • 201 Views • Anna Daugherty

Perhaps my opinion stems from my love of Tarantino’s work so far, but Inglourious Basterds was easily the best film I’ve seen this year. Read more »

Comic Con ‘09 – Exclusive “Boondock Saints II” Press Junket

July 21st, 2009 • 188 Views • Anna Daugherty

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The original Boondock Saints is something of a cult classic. It bombed in theaters, but has since gained a considerable following, mostly for its dark comedy. The sequel has long been in the works, and finally some information will be made available to the fans at Comic Con this year. Read more »

Harry Potter and the Half-Baked Plot

July 17th, 2009 • 155 Views • Anna Daugherty

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I tried to see this film at the midnight showing, but a score of nerds beat me to it. The line wrapped around my local cinema, and many kids and young adults were wearing Potter-esque costumes. So, I had to wait until the evening to see the movie, and people were still dressed up. While some aspects of the movie were disappointing, on the whole I really enjoyed it. Read more »

The King of Pop and The 70s’ Biggest Sex Symbol

June 25th, 2009 • 158 Views • Anna Daugherty

Bad week for showbiz, eh? First Ed McMahon passed away at 86, and today we get the tragic news that Farrah Fawcet passed away after a long battle with cancer. She was best known as the California blond from the show “Charlie’s Angels,” and long-time love of Ryan O’Neil.

But the big shocker was the death of pop superstar Michael Jackson. He was, at one time, the biggest star in the world, with hit after hit such with both his childhood band The Jackson Five, and as a solo artist. After a series of bizarre scandals and an even more bizarre existance, his life was cut short at 50.

MCCC Guest – Tony Todd

April 29th, 2009 • 262 Views • Anna Daugherty

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Mr. Todd is something of a legend in the horror genre, but I recently learned that he is also popular in the Star Trek circles as Worf’s brother! He will be attending Motor City Comic Con this year, and Villaintech hopes to get the opportunity to meet him. Read more »

 

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