Creating Voltron Legendary Defender

Its not easy to bring back a beloved franchise. Past attempts at newVoltronseries have all proven that. Ad content continues below What was this process in designing this show? Did you start with Voltron itself? That so many people already loved and had already captured so many hearts. I personally have always really loved the giant robot genre. I was like, I cant believe Im gonna work onVoltron! When I first came on, the first couple of weeks we worked on Voltron and the Lions....

June 10, 2016 · 8 min · 1639 words · Michael Cooper

The Surprise Announcements of E3 2016

Here are our predictions… FromHalo 2toShenmue III, the best part of E3 has always been the game that nobody sees coming. There is no way they could look at the overwhelming Yes! that survey question generated and not see the dollar signs. Theres beenquite a bit of buzzregarding the possibility of a newResident Eviltitle as of late. If were lucky, this new title will represent a return to form for the franchise thematically speaking....

June 10, 2016 · 2 min · 291 words · Amy Watson

10 Female Comedy TV Writers To Watch

Theyre young, theyre female, theyre absurdly hilarious. These writers are breaking into the comedy television world in a big way. Comedy television has never been more vast or vibrant. Networks are getting creative with shows that include everything from magical realism to the Seinfeldian millennial hits. Most shows have a writers room working tirelessly behind the scenes to create longstanding brands of humor. Then the two start a torrid love affairso tender and mild… until Mrs....

June 9, 2016 · 4 min · 697 words · Brandon Navarro

Game of Thrones: Winners & Losers – Week 7

There’s a new Queen of The North in this week’s Game of Thrones: Winners and Losers! Spoilers for the latest episode ofGame of Thronesbelow WINNERS 1. Lyanna Mormont Ad content continues below SHUT IT DOWN! SHUT THE WHOLE THING DOWN! Lyanna Mormont gets it. This no nonsense, little girl worked Jon Snow more easily than a White Walker. Shes tough, rational, proud, and protective of her people. She doesnt respond to flattery, formalities, or bullshit, and did I mention that shes only 10?...

June 9, 2016 · 2 min · 420 words · Timothy Dean

Inside The Archer Season 7 Writers’ Room Part 3

Our writers' room walkthrough with Archer creator Adam Reed continues with episodes eight through ten… This part of the walkthrough looks at episodes eight through ten fromArchersseventh season.Click here to read part 1andpart 2. Written by Adam Reed DEN OF GEEK: We return to Slater in this episode! He was a pretty crucial part of not only last season, but also season five, too. Why did you want to revisit that relationship?...

June 9, 2016 · 3 min · 583 words · John Holt

8 Powerfully Effective Voice-Overs in Modern Movies

Sometimes funny, often poignant, narration can be hugely effective when deployed successfully. Ryan picks a few great examples… This article originally appeared onDen of Geek UK. God help you if you use voice-over in your work my friends! Thats flaccid, sloppy writing. Any idiot can use narration to explain the thoughts of a character. So says screenwriting coach Robert McKee in Spike Jonze and Charlie Kaufmans 2002 film,Adaptation. Used poorly, a voice-over becomes a crutch....

June 8, 2016 · 3 min · 430 words · Christopher Hoover

Geordie Racer: Revisiting an 80s Look and Read Classic

They just didnt see the point. And thus the hero of the BBCsGeordie Racerand his dog were endeared to a generation of biscuit-eating 1980s schoolchildren. Wordy was just part ofGeordie Racers educational framing narrative though, Spuggy was its star. Richard Spuggy Hilton was my kind of people. He also loved pigeons. It told the story of a Tyneside lad with an allotment shed full of racing birds. Unlike his tracksuit-wearing, Alpen-eating family, Spuggy wasnt interested in doing The Great North Run....

June 8, 2016 · 2 min · 340 words · Kathryn Davies

Inside The Archer Season 7 Writers’ Room Part 2

Our writers' room walkthrough with Archer creator Adam Reed continues with episodes five through seven. This part of the walkthrough looks at episodes five through seven fromArchersseventh season.Click here to read part 1. Archer Season 7 Episode 5 Bel Panto: Part I Party crashers turn a fundraiser into no laughing matter. ADAM REED:That was more a product of Patton Oswalt being so damn great. After his first episode, the goal was to get as much Patton in there as possible....

June 8, 2016 · 3 min · 495 words · Leslie Shaw

Sailor Moon Crystal Act 34 Review: Infinity 8 – Infinite Labyrinth 1

The Witches 5 are resurrected for a showdown with the Sailor Senshi at Mugen Academy! ThisSailor Moon Crystalreview contains spoilers. It almost works, when the Outers show up and kick some ass, taking out the Witches 5. Together the fight Kaolinite, who in her last stand foes full-tilt daimon. Super Sailor Moon dusts her, but the fight is just beginning. Mistress 9 takes the Silver Crystal from Chibi Moons brooch… and swallows it whole....

June 8, 2016 · 4 min · 701 words · Anita Thompson

What’s it like directing a Steven Seagal movie?

Hes just written and directed a VOD action film calledCode Of Honour. Its got Steven Seagal in it playing a vigilante on a brutal killing spree. I think Michael Winnick has some interesting insights into the challenges of making a film. A very open, funny and friendly man, Michael Winnick was a real pleasure to talk to. Heres how our interview went. What inspiredCode Of Honour? Like, we were all happy to hear it....

June 8, 2016 · 6 min · 1232 words · Austin Richardson

X-Men: A Definitive Ranking of the Horsemen of Apocalypse

Besides Sunfire as Famine, that one’s obvious. Hes practically built a cottage industry around powering up random mutants with themed powers. But like most small business owners, stick around long enough, youll get some turnover. Apocalypse has had just abouteveryonepass through the ranks of his Horsepeople. Ad content continues below -Parallel universes count! Except when they dont. But I feel like Im hitting most of the big ones. -This isnt really definitive....

June 8, 2016 · 4 min · 757 words · John Mclaughlin

Celebrating King Of The Hill’s understated joys

ButKing Of The Hill? The relative anonymity of the show here isnt too surprising. This gave the show a palpable sense of place and a unique tone. What a shame that is. Neighbours and friends also featured; Hank would regularly share a cold beer with them in the alleyway. He was absolutely right. Throughout its thirteen years on air, the show shifted tonally and thematically. Early on, it played with form and style, as it settled into its groove....

June 7, 2016 · 1 min · 142 words · Timothy Jones

Game of Thrones Season 6: 8 Questions About The Broken Man

Whats up with the Brotherhood Without Banners? Who was that raven sent to? And more points to ponder about the latest Game of Thrones… Warning: contains spoilers for anyone not up-to-date withGame of Thrones season 6 episode 7, The Broken Man. The Broken Man opened on an idyllic pastoral vision. Men whistled while they worked, stew was cheerfully ladled out, a Septon preached pacifist repentance. For once onGame of Thrones,something was being built instead of destroyed....

June 7, 2016 · 3 min · 589 words · David Jones