The Amazing Spider-Man

Posted on September 8, 2012 by Nerd Eyes Only

As lifelong fans of Sam Raimi we were filled with excitement upon hearing he was a the head of a spiderman movie. Unfortunately Raimi’s portrayal of the web slinging hero in red and blue left s disapointed. The almost fatal miscasting of Toby Maguire and then a spree of poor choices lead the series of films in a steadily worsening direction. After that first attempt therefore we looked upon the reboot of the franchise with a much larger dose of apprehension and fear.

However those feelings were unfounded the new portrayal “Amazing Spiderman” not only caught the essence of the comic books we read as a child but also stood up as a film in and of itself. Casting, direction and writing were all superb and moved between action, comedy and emotion seamlessly. A large ammount of its success can also be layed at the feet of the two lead’s, Andrew Garfield and Emma Stone. Stone is particularly superb as the beautiful and intelligent Gwen Stacey. Although nothing more than we have come to expect since her appearance in Zombieland.

Changes from the Raimi Spiderman were made in all the right directions(Back to the source material), Web shooter’s being tech designed by Parker instead of biology was particularly gratifying. Rhys Ifans was superb as the villain of the piece and portrayed Curt Connors conflict
well. Another small point of the movie that was done well was the character of Flash Thompson, Although still the tool he has always been he had more dimensions and came across as a real human being rather than just a cardboard cutout Jock.

As a Spidey origins story you do have to relive the death of dear uncle Ben. As always the event is traumatic, heightened by the stellar performances of Sally Field and Martin Sheen as Peter’s aunt and Uncle. Because of this a Spiderman movie could very easily have you crying again, but for good reasons this time. Held back in the shadows of the story you also get you first glimpse of the new iteration of Norman Osborne. The revelation that the machinations of Osborne have shaped the events of this story and the looming threat of his presence leave you gagging to see how they deal with him in future films. Overall this was a fun action packed movie and one of the best comic book adaptations of the last couple of years.

Top Ten Quotes

1.We all have secrets: the ones we keep… and the ones that are kept from us.

2.Ahem, you know, if you’re going to steal cars, don’t dress like a car thief.

3.You seriously think I’m a cop in a skintight red and blue suit?

4.Oh, no! You have found my weakness. Small knives!

5.Easy, bug boy.

6.No one seems to grasp the concept of the mask

7.I don’t want cocoa. I got lots of homework. I’m having woman cramps.

8.George Stacy : I remembered somebody saying last week that her fantasy was to live in a chocolate house.

9.(in regards to the chocolate house)Gwen Stacy: Well, that’s impractical! [she shuts the door, then reopens it] And fattening.

10.Secrets have a cost. They’re not free. Not now, not ever

Related Links

But the DVD – The Amazing Spiderman

Film Website – http://www.theamazingspiderman.com/

IMDB Page – http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0948470/

Wikipedia Page – http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Amazing_Spider-Man_(2012_film)

Star Peace

Posted on July 16, 2012 by Nerd Eyes Only

As many people are aware, there has long been a rivalry between the die-hard fans of both STAR WARS and STAR TREK. There has been many a verbal phaser fired and metaphorical lightsaber swung, however with no sign of a retreat by either side it looked set to be an unending battle. That is until now, In December last year George Takei released a public announcement trying to broker peace in Fandom in order to combat a new foe, lurking in the shadows….

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The mission now is to broadcast his plea worldwide. Not only to the fans of Star Wars and Star Trek but to every Browncoat, every Whovian, every Tolkien Fan and to the legions of non-aligned in Sci-fi/Fantasy Fandom.

Live Long and Prosper!

May the Force be with You!

So Say We All!

Moya the Frelling Cleanest Ship in the Verse!

Posted on July 9, 2012 by Nerd Eyes Only

Having been lifelong fans of Farscape, we were obviously sad to see its inevitable demise in 2002 (half the best sci-fi is short lived, Firefly, Farscape, Dark angel etc). There was a brief respite in Farscape withdrawal in the returning of the full length movie in 2004, The Peacekeeper wars, and the comic book mini-series of 2008. Having resigned ourselves to the fact that there will be no more additions, an idea inspired over a year ago recently resurfaced in the office. A chance to keep a little bit of Farscape alive forever.

See the scene, a flat in North London a year ago a friend unveils his newly acquired Robot Vacuum cleaner. After spending far too long immaturely trying to confuse it, mostly by throwing pillows at it, we had the sudden realisation that it was basically a DRD from the show. Upon this exclamation it was met with a drawl of “duh why do you think I bought it?”

Okay so maybe it’s not hard to draw the connection between the loveable little guys of Farscape and the many brands of robots available. In fact to this day we still refer to his as 1812, even though it currently sits broken at the bottom of a cupboard. What follows below is the result of too much spare time and the spark of that idea about 1 year ago :

Schematic – DRD Hoover

Materials

-Papier Mache ingredients

-DRD shaped mold, Must be larger than Robot Hoover.(Can be fairly easily made with cardboard)

-Concertinard Plastic tubing x 2

– Torches (Must be able to mutilate) x 2

-Internal strap large enough to encompass Vacuum cleaner (Something like the internal head strap of a helmet)

-Plastic solid cylinder x 4

-Paint

Method

– Construct Papier Mache DRD shell using mould.

– Paint either yellow or as featured below 1812’s red white and blue.

– Cut wholes for torch stalks, attach Plastic tubing here.

– Gut and retrofit torch innards to fit inside tubing with batteries.

– Attach Plastic cylinders to chosen internal strap.(make sure it is stable)

– Strap it on and you’re ready to go!

Results

Subsequently to the original publishing of this blog thanks to the nerdist channel, new minisodes of Farscape are available feel free to check them out by clinking the link above, aswell checking out the other links below.

Farscape Website – http://www.henson.com/fantasy_scifi.php?content=farscape

Farscape IMDB page – http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0187636/

Farscape Wikipedia page – http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Farscape

UK Amazon link – Robot Vacuum Cleaners –

http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_0_8?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=robot+vacuum+cleaner&sprefix=robot+va%2Caps%2C157&x=0&y=0

US Amazon link – Robot Vacuum Cleaners –

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=robot+vacuum+cleaner

These aren’t just any Zombies these are Pain worshipping red-neck zombies!

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Nerd Eyes Only

First thing first, hello world, you have crept through the murky depths of the interweb and I now welcome you to our FIRST blog column at Nerd Eyes Only. Here we will you will provide articles, videos and other media on all sorts of cool and interesting things with a Nerd culture basis. Books, films, computer games, world news, DIY, the web, software, food, television, conventions, board games and music as just a few examples. We hope to provide consistent, useful and entertaining content that will have you coming back again and again.

To start things off, we’re going to share our overflowing thoughts regarding a little film, known as Cabin in the woods! Joss Whedon’s new horror flick somewhat overshadowed by its box office big brother The Avengers, we’re here to be bring it into the light. Also as stated above a “SPOILER WARNING” is in affect you have been warned!

Opening credits role passed and the story begins with Thor(Chris Hemsworth) and his friends, a group teenagers, raring to go and ready to sin preparing for their trip out to a cabin in the woods. You’ve heard this story before so many times…..or have you. What unfolds is a brilliant mix up of every horror movie you ever saw supported by great writing, cast and direction.

Richard Jenkins and Bradley Whitford are sublime as the Mermaid obsessed evil science nerds(Confused, just go watch it!). The somewhat odd, Stoner hero of the piece has some of the funniest lines this year in movies. Not to mention odd little segments such as the Wolfs head make-out scene(it’s so wrong but its…..so hot?) and the Geek-gasm many will feel upon unexpectedly hearing Sigourney weavers voice! Only add to the rich tapestry that is the film.

Easily the best movie of the year so far, it generates quite aggressive reactions in us to people who didn’t like it (known from this point forward as Morons). It has become our version of the “Voight-Kampff” empathy test, and yes, it means if you don’t like it you must be a replicant. This film is a destined cult classic. Below you will find our little addition to the movie experience in the form of an accompanying game (adaptable to – drinking game), Cabin in the woods horror movie bingo. Just to add something extra to the multiple viewings you will undertake. This will help future viewers to enjoy the homage to evil dead and a zillion other horror movies held within.

Cabin in the woords (2012) Cabin, Left, The Evil Dead (1981) Cabin, Right, Chasing the legacy of one of the greatest horror movies ever!

Top Ten Quotes

“Good Zombie Arm”
“Ok, I’m drawing a line in the fucking sand. Do NOT read the Latin!”
“I’m never going to see a Mer-man.”
“He’s got a husband bulge.”
“How hard is it to kill a bunch of 9 year olds?”
“Fuck you, fuck you and fuck you!”
“I’m sorry I let you get attacked by a werewolf, and you know, ended the world.”
“Fear the man with the massive bong.”
“What is that? In the lake, I swear to god, no seriously. Right there. Don’t you see it? There. It looks….. just like my girlfriend.”
“It was the pioneer days; people had to make their own interrogation rooms. Out of cornmeal.”