SUICIDE SQUAD OFFICIAL TRAILER

Things are looking real....ly awesome!!!! Suicide Squad arrives next summer!

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COMIC-CON HARD TO BEAT THIS YEAR

No, unfortunately not one of the thousands lucky enough to attend this years Comic-Con in San Diego. Simply one of the millions catching the news and footage released upon the internet. One day it would be nice to be able to attend, but would it be as awesome as this year has appeared to be? The panels, signings, etc this year include some legendary greatness. Star Wars Ep. VII: The Force Awakens brought Luke, Han, and Leia aka Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, and Carrie Price to the world. Sure, they may have been in and out of Cons for years, but when was the last time they were all together, promoting a "new" movie? Even more so, when will we see this again? Hopefully for years to come, but life is always that proverbial biatch.
As a comic book nerd, this year looks amazing given the things involving Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice. The panels, the signings, and of course the release of the trailer. Which looks even better than the teaser that proceeded it. Personally it is the best thing to come out of this weekend. Take a look below and see why...

There is also other comic book movies making appearances this weekend. Deadpool and Suicide Squad are set to hit theaters in 2016 along side Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice. Then there is the television side of things with Arrow, The Flash, and Legends Of Tomorrow. That is just the tip of the iceberg really, tons of other panels, signings, appearances, and whatnot from a variety of genres in plenty of forms of entertainment.Video games, Wrestling, toys, apparel. Nerdvana would be more apt. One day. One day.


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THE JOKER NOT GETTING MAD LOVE?

If not for the internet, we wouldn't get to see anything beyond what would be shown on Entertainment Tonight (or something like that). But then, if not for the internet we wouldn't be exposed to so much hate. Unjustified most of the time. There was the Batfleck casting drama, Wonder Woman not being "big enough" type bullshlacka, and this time around even a clown can't get no love.

That's right, the recently revealed photo of Jared Leto as The Joker made its rounds across the web. While some have learned to take a "wait and see" approach to these things, the majority was already predicting failure for "Suicide Squad". That is usually the case though. People scream for change, yet shun new things (approaches).
Is Jared Leto giving us a version of The Joker that is traditional in the visual sense? No, even though his hair and figure is the closes there has been to the comic books version(s). His teeth? It actually makes sense. How many times has Batman knocked out Mr. J's teeth? One would be safe to assume that The Joker would want to "change them up" every now and again. Then there is the ink job. That is slightly understandable, but at the same time it is something "fresh". And The Joker would be one who may be too vain to get tattoos, but at the same time, he is narcissistic enough to get his "own" tattoos on himself. I wouldn't be shocked if we were to see a Batman logo inked on his back. It would actually "make sense" given his obsession with The Dark Knight.
And although there are still those who disliked Heath Ledger's rendition of The Joker, there were a massive amount of those who had to "eat crow" afterword. From his casting,  to how appeared in promo shots. Heath garnered the same amount of negativity. Sadly he wasn't alive to receive the Oscar, which he would've won regardless.

The funny thing is, while everyone argues over who was the better Joker, and where Leto's rendition will place him (even though we know nothing beyond one picture. one.) among them. Every incarnation of The Joker, even the apparent punk styling and likely "attitude", is actually a piece of who The Joker is. He's a variety of things, and is ever evolving. Just throwing that out there, even though I am sure many will rip both this article and Leto's Joker aha

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NGN's ALL-TIME FAVORITE COMIC BOOK CHARACTERS ON THE BIG AND SMALL SCREENS

Everyone has their own favorites, whether it is the characters, the actors who played them, or a combination the the two. Some characters have only been portrayed by one actor/actress, while the others have had different people take the helm. But, here is a list of favorite characters from both movie and television shows of the comic book genre...

Batman

Surprisingly, Ben Affleck may be the preferred choice in a years time after the teaser trailer for "Batman Versus Superman: Dawn Of Justice", but until then it is Michael Keaton. If there was a Michael Keaton and Christian Bale love child, they'd likely be tops in my books.

Wolverine

I can remember sitting on a computer in the library back when I was in high school, with very slow internet, and thinking, "Who the hell is Hugh Jackman?". This was after reading the intial report of who was chosen to play Wolverine. Of course, due to lack of films, I was always thinking pro-wrestler types should be cast as they had the look. I was young so don't pass judgement. Here we are over a decade later, and now think, "Thank god for Hugh Jackman".

Hellboy

He may be the only one to "go red", but Ron Perlman has been a perfect fit for the role of Hellboy, even though not a reader, his performance made me appreciate the character. It will be hard to see someone else play the role, but at 65 years old, Perlman won't be able to lift that right hand forever.

Superman

There are still those who may never think that Christopher Reeve can be replaced. I understand, however, Henry Cavill is my pick. He's portrayed the character very well in "Man Of Steel", with both acting ability and dedication to his physical appearance. And I am looking forward to seeing him reprise the role again, and again.

The Punisher

Dolph Lundgren gave the dark, grittier version, Thomas Jane had the budget, but Ray Stevenson is my choice thus far of those to play The Punisher. He may have had the lower budget and weaker script, Stevenson had the look and capabilities to make things work better than the rest. But, there will likely be a new Punisher, so this choice could always change. Or not.

The Joker

It is really hard to pick just one. Cesar introduced me to The Joker, Jack captivated me as a child, and Heath did the same but with me as an adult. Will go with Heath, as he did give me a rendition similar to The Joker seen in the graphic novel "Joker". Can't wait to see how Jared Leto portrays the character in "Suicide Squad".

Deadpool

Not so much the version Ryan Reynolds gave us in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine", although Reynolds did perform well pre-Weapon XI, it was what was shown in the small test footage that leaked online awhile back. And even though it is in production mode at the moment, I am thinking this will be on the list in the future anyhow.

Green Arrow

Sure, he hasn't quite "achieved" that title, but Stephen Amell has not only made me like the character, but has earned respect for what he has done with the character. If not for the success of "Arrow" their wouldn't be a "tv-verse" growing on the small screen. As well as possibly helping other networks "green light" the comic book shows they have produced since "Arrow" debuted.


There are others that could easily make the list. Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man, Chris Evans as Captain America, Tom Hiddleston as Loki, the list could go on really. But, these were the characters I enjoyed the most thus far. Always hopeful that future films and performances will alter this list of course. Looking at you, Affleck and Leto.


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DC COMICS ROLLING DICE WITH MOVIEVERSE?

Usually a positive tone is kept around here, well there is a strong attempt to do so. And of course, one of the millions looking forward to all of this happening. However, it is hard not to "think" and "worry". Why? It's been 2 years since "Man Of Steel", and we are still a year away from "Batman VS Superman: Dawn Of Justice". That's quite a gap in between films from the same "story/universe", and that is a lot of time to think about things, and worry about what could go wrong. The main thing that crosses the thought process is this....what if "Batman VS Superman: Dawn Of Justice" flops? What will happen then?

DC Comics had put out more, and mainly better received, films in the late 70's to late 90's. That was only Batman and Superman franchises (we'll lop "Supergirl" in with her cousin since they were the same universe) though. Marvel took over after the new millennium, with their characters in more movies and DC only had Batman mainly (one shots from Supes and Green Lantern as well). Here we are in 2015, and beginning next year DC Comics movie schedule is set to explode with there being movies every year for at least the following five years or so. This has fans frothing in anticipation. Understandably, things are starting off with "Batman VS Superman: Dawn Of Justice" which has drawing power alone with just Batman versus Superman. This is where the doubt begins to creep in. The movie will also include Wonder Woman, Cyborg, Aquaman, even Lex Luthor. That is a lot of characters, and their success will effect the movies that are slated to follow. If the movie fails, what happens to the schedule? Will it remain the same, with tweeks and whatnot made along the way in making the films? Are the actors and actresses "locked in" already? Even "Suicide Squad" comes out the same year, and also holds quite a few characters, although this movies success doesn't really effect the planned movieverse, or not as much as "Batman VS Superman: Dawn Of Justice" does. Or will everything be scraped and revamped? For once that might be a longer shot of happening than usual. DC Comics (WB) appears to have invested a lot into this, and with the massive schedule, very confident. It will all depend on how well or how bad "Batman VS Superman: Dawn Of Justice" does. If we're talking "Water World" bad, then a revamp in some aspect is very possible. Hopefully there aren't any changes to the cast after the fact. Reception, scheduling, interest, etc. We don't want a Norton/Hulk thing to happen here.

With about a year to go still, everything is still in wait and see mode. And perception of how things will turn out will change as more of the film is revealed (trailer is heavily rumored to debut in "Mad Max: Fury Road" next month). It would be nice however, if people across the web would focus more on how the story and acting will be, and not an actor/actresses appearance. Okay, back to waiting...


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WHAT ABOUT THE MAN OF STEEL?

Of course everyone's attention has been drawn elsewhere, but everything that is to come began with "Man Of Steel". Which of course, is a Superman movie. With the upcoming 2016 sequel looking more and more like the first installment of a Justice League movie, even with the casting of Lex Luthor we were given Alfred Pennyworth, a key Batman character. Of course, there has been talks and rumors of another villain to the mix, that may help keep this more Superman than Justice League, but even if it does everyone will be wanting to expand the team (if it hasn't already grown for MOS follow-up), drawing even more attention away from Superman.

What direction will they take? Will they keep Superman the focal point of the not only the upcoming movie but the ones that are sure to follow (if successful)? Are they simply using a "Man Of Steel" sequel as a per-cursor to a following but separate "Justice League" movie, leaving comic books original superhero to a film franchise of his own? I like to think that it will be the latter of the two, giving Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and whomever else they add their own films that all culminate in a Justice League. It is working for Marvel as we all know, and sooner or later they end up "borrowing" from each other creatively, so why not take a sure fire route, given the writing, directing and acting are up to par of course.

Regardless of what direction that they end up taking, there are some Superman characters that have yet to appear within the new universe, that should get a cameo in the very least, if not a starring or supporting role. Some will be making their big-screen debuts, others will be returning to the silver screen partaking in the live action blockbuster(s), here's a list of characters who need to appear in upcoming Superman "Man Of Steel" films...

Jimmy Olsen

Although not a spot on replica, in some ways this is Clark Kent's "Alfred". Who else does Clark have to call his friend? True, there is Lois, but we all know there is something more to that, and of course there is Ma Kent but even the biggest momma's boy can't tell his mother everything. This is where Jimmy comes in, he adds an new aspect to add to the Last Son Of Krypton and his human side. Or to simply add a light comedic tone to an otherwise slightly darker Metropolis.

Jor El

I didn't mind Russell Crowe and his interpretation of Superman's biological father, Jor El. Crowe himself has stated that he would like to do a solo film based on the character. As intriguing as that sounds, I would settle for him reappearing within the upcoming "Man Of Steel" films. Not necessarily in large roles, but there for advice type of roles. Although small, they require an actor to give the scenes depth, otherwise it just becomes a hollow message to not only the hero, but if they chose, the audience.

Doomsday

Probably a better choice for a group effort in a "Justice League" film, but before he stars in that, Doomsday needs to face Superman mano a mano. Dealing Supes his first near death experience, before having the favor returned within the "Justice League" flick at the hands of a returning Superman. Okay, maybe just my take on "what should be" but you get the idea. This is the villain that helped take comic books back into the "mainstream" when he killed off the untouchable Superman in the 1990's. Smallville wasn't too bad considering it was a television show, this monster need the big screen treatment to truly work.

Supergirl

A lot of people were upset with the ending of "Man Of Steel", perhaps Superman is upset with himself as well, and who better to help alleviate the guilt but his cousin? Of course, he's made the promise to try and always find away to do things without killing, but he doesn't even know how to stop himself yet, so give him a break. Kara also deserves some big-screen redemption, not meaning to really knock the 1984 attempt as it was an okay effort for the time it was made in. If anything, it is another option for the female fans out there who are even more limited now then we were pre-2000.

Kryptonite

Okay, it isn't a character per say. Not unless it is put inside a character (Kryptonite Man, Metallo, etc), but regardless of who and how, it needs to make an appearance within this movie universe. How else are they going to make Superman vulnerable at times. which are needed because he loses people when he is "too perfect". We know the hero is going to succeed in almost every outcome, they are highly likely to live on and give us more movies. It is the vulnerabilities that cast that little bit of doubt that keeps it interesting. They hinted at it with the needing to adapt to both Earths and Kryptons environments, but those are overcome simply by adapting to it over time. The traditional route or a new Government made version of the pieces of rock that make the Man Of Steel humble.


There are other characters of course, specifically Metallo (mentioned in "Kryptonite"), but this is the tip of the ice berg. It was reassuring having Lex Luthor finally cast, keeping this on a Superman route. Seems Henry Cavill's Superman is slightly in the background of what he helped make happen, which was delivering in the role and having fans actually wanting this sequel before there was even a whisper of Batman being involved in all of this. Something that was difficult to achieve with fans still fixed on the late, great Christoher Reeve and his iconic interpretation of Superman. Hopefully this list will be given reason to grow and evolve as I am hoping to be able to do with so far the Batman and Wonder Woman characters hopefully getting solo spin-offs.

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Why Nerds And Geeks Should Honor Canada

Perhaps "honor" is the wrong word to use, or maybe I am acting the stereotype of a Canadian and being modest ahaha But, seriously though even as a Canuck Nerd, I find myself thanking my country for some of these people.
Some are iconic, some were part of things that "failed" box-office wise, none the less all these Canadians were/are part of Nerd history on the big and small screens.

Anna Paquin

She is "Rogue" in the X-Men movies, and is "Sookie Stackhouse" on True Blood. Not a fan? Oscar winner at the age of 11, so props must be given.

Stephen Amell

Amell is Oliver Queen (Green Arrow) on The CW's "Arrow". Season 2 premieres this coming Wednesday (Oct. 9th). 

Ryan Reynolds

Despite the reviews or the box-office numbers, Reynolds has portrayed Green Lantern Hal Jordan in 2011's "Green Lantern" and Deadpool aka Wade Wilson in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" in 2009.

Ellen Page

Ellen has been in the X-Men movie saga as Katherine "Kitty" Pryde or Shadowcat for you mutants out there. Plus, she's Ellen Page....you're welcome.

Keanu Reeves

All jokes aside, John Constantine in 2005's "Constantine". Oh, and I guess there was also that other small time role in The Matrix trilogy ahahaha He's Neo *censored*'s!!

Jim Carrey

Known for so many characters and roles from a range of movies, but his roles as Stanley Ipkiss in 1994's "The Mask", The Riddler in "Batman Forever" (1995) and most recently, Col. Stars And Stripes in this years "Kick-Ass 2".

Laura Vandervoort

You may notice that your current drooling pattern is the same as when you watched televisions "Smallville". That is because she was Kara-El/Kara Kent aka Supergirl on the hit series. You're very welcome.

Seth Rogan

Okay, maybe we owe the world an apology for this, but then again he was the Green Hornet and we were not in 2011's "Green Hornet".

Michael J. Fox

Pretty sure he's an American citizen now, but he's Canadian born regardless, oh and he was also Marty McFly in the classic "Back To The Future" trilogy.

Dan Aykroyd

Co-Created, co-wrote and starred as Ray Stantz in both "Ghostbusters" movies and is willing to make more unlike a certain American (we are lookin' at you Bill).

Rick Moranis

Probably not his "biggest" roles but at the same time kind of were. Louis Tully and well The Keymaster (when possessed) in the "Ghostbusters" films. And was great as Dark Helmet in "Spaceballs" (1987).

Kristin Kreuk

Kristin was Lana Lang in televisions hit show "Smallville". As well as Chun-Li in 2009's "Street Fighter: The Legend Of Chun-Li". And would possibly make a good Catwoman if ever cast to play her.

Nathan Fillion

Nathan has voiced the character in DC's animated movies, and is many peoples choice to play the live screen version of Green Lantern Hal Jordan. He also played lead in televisions "Firefly" and the movie "Serenity" (2005) as Capt. Malcolm Reynolds.

Erica Durance

Erica portrayed the iconic character Lois Lane, and some other characters while possessed on televisions "Smallville". And she was Wonder Woman in a television series that was almost given the "green light".

Aaron Ashmore

Another alumni of televisions hit series of yesteryear "Smallville", Aaron played the role of Jimmy Olsen. And is ironically friends with "Superman Returns" (2006) Jimmy Olsen, Sam Huntington. Oh and....

Shawn Ashmore

Aaron's twin brother is Shawn (as you could tell I am sure) who played Eric Summers on a few occasions on "Smallville". Shawn however is better known for portraying Bobby Drake aka Iceman in the X-Men movies.

Cobie Smulders

Best known for her role on televisions "How I Met Your Mother", Cobie however is known for her role as Agent Maria Hill in the blockbuster "The Avengers" (2012) and the characters recurring roles in other movies and television shows related to the film. And yes, I would cast her as Wonder Woman in an instant. Hint hint.

Hayden Christensen

Love or hate him and/or Episodes II and III in the Star Wars saga, bottom line Hayden was/is Anakin Skywalker and Darth frickin' Vader. Even currently in the "upgraded" Ep. IV-VI. Again, Currently.

William Shatner

Like we have done with Star Wars, Canada gets a win in the Star Trek universe with the original Captain James T. Kirk being Canadian born William Shatner.


Honorable mentions include, James Doohan as Scotty in the Star Trek universe and Pamela Anderson (the early years) with the title character in "Barb Wire" (1996).

Although not Nerd-related, we apologize for the likes of Celine Dion and Justin Beiber. Nobody's perfect right?

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