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Homer Simpson As The Greatest TV Character

June 2nd, 2010 Manny

Homer Simpson has been named the greatest character created for television and film in the past 20 years beating the schoolboy wizard “Harry Potter” and vampire slayer “Buffy”.

“The Simpson” is the longest-running U.S. TV series in primetime and now in its 21st Season. According to “The Simpson” creator Matt Groening, millions of people were able to identify with Homer with his catchphrase “D’oh.” He also said that many people can relate to Homer because we’re all secretly propelled by desires we can’t admit to. Homer is launching himself head-first into every single impulsive thought that occurs to him. His love of whatever…is a joy to witness.”

Other characters who got the top place on the list of Top 100 Characters released by Entertainment Weekly for their 20th Anniversary are: (more…)

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First Movie Photo of “Thor”

May 4th, 2010 Manny

After Iron Man 2, Marvel Studio is already doing the next adaptation of one of their classic comic books and for the delight of its fans, Marvel Studio had released its first photo of star Chris Hemsworth in costume as the God of Thunder in next summer’s “Thor”.

Hemsworth had a brief but memorable role in last year’s “Star Trek” as George Kirk father of Captain James T. Kirk. Before Hemsworth, Daniel Craig was considered for the part but he turned it down and his younger brother Liam Hemsworth, boyfriend of Miley Cyrus. (more…)

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The Harry Potter Theme Park’s Concept Art and Photos

April 12th, 2010 Manny

Universal Studios Orlando revealed concept art and photos for the Harry Potter Theme Park called “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.” The theme park was based around the Hogwarts and all the other cool places described in J.K. Rowling’s books and for the first time, the details about the park’s signature attraction have been revealed for the first time. The public grand opening of  “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” will be open on June 8.

Are you wondering what will the theme park look like? Go ahead and see the photos below.

Photo by Universal Orlando Resort

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Superman Beats Past Batman in Comic Sales

April 1st, 2010 Manny

superman 1938

Though it looks like an obsolete relic but this old Superman comic book were sold in auction for over $1.5 million.

According to Time Magazine:

The 1938 issue of Action Comics No 1, which originally cost 10 cents, is considered the ultimate prize for comic collectors because it features the superhero’s debut. Only about 100 copies of the issue exist and only a handful are in good condition.

“I can’t imagine another book coming on the market that exists that would top this,” said Stephen Fishler, founder of ComicConnect.com, which sold the Superman comic. “This may be the final say — at least for the next 10 or 20 years — for a record price of a comic book.” (more…)

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Author Stephenie Meyer to Release a New “Twilight” Book

March 31st, 2010 Manny

stephenie_meyerBefore “The Twilight Saga:Eclipse” hits theaters on June 30, Twi-hard fans will be treated to a new glimpse of Stephenie Meyer new novella entitled, “The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner,” on June 5 in the United States and Great Britain.

This novella has 192 pages, telling the bloody tale of revenge and romance from the perspective of Bree who is featured in the third book “Eclipse”. Bree was recruited by antagonist Victoria to kill human heroine Bella Swan played by Kirsten Stewart. This short story was originally slated for the upcoming tome “The Twilight Saga: Official Guide” and decided to release it as a separate book because it was too long for inclusion.

Meyer said, “I’d always considered ‘The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner’ as something for the fans.” The English-language version of the novella will be available to read online at www.breetanner.com from June 7 until July 5.

The character of Bree is also shown in the next movie adaptation of the book series, “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse,” which is due to hit U.S. cinemas in June.

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