Logan Review, Trailers, Arrow Reveal

A lengthy, spoiler filled review of the blockbuster final Wolverine film Logan in the latter half of the show. Before that, Seth and Train look at the reveal of Prometheus in last week’s episode of Arrow, as well as other Arrowverse news. In the middle of the show, they talk the latest trailers for Guardians Of The Galaxy 2, Alien Covenant, Kong, and Pirates Of The Caribbean 5.

Geekville Radio: Logan Review

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Hugh Jackman’s brutally violent swansong as the feral mutant Wolverine has finally hit theaters. Seth and Crazy Train give lengthy, spoiler filled review of the blockbuster final Wolverine film Logan in the latter half of the show. And how it’s not only an X-Men film, but a very deep psychological film as well.

Before that, Seth and Train look at the reveal of Prometheus in last week’s episode of Arrow, as well as other Arrowverse news. In the middle of the show, they talk the latest trailers for Guardians Of The Galaxy 2, Alien Covenant, Kong, and Pirates Of The Caribbean 5.

Sci-Fi Saturday: Battle Beyond The Stars (1980)

What do you get when you cross Star Wars with one of its biggest inspirations, then mix in John-Boy and Banacek?

This week’s Sci-Fi Saturday looks at the Roger Corman classic (?) Battle Beyond The Stars. Released in the fall of 1980, just in time for Oscar Season, to a lukewarm reception both critically and monetarily. It tells the story of Shad (played by Richard Thomas of The Waltons fame) a young farmer who seeks the help of seven mercenaries to protect his home from an evil force bent on its oppressive plundering.

If you know your film history, you may be thinking this sounds suspiciously like The Seven Samurai. You would be right! But fear not, this is not a mere ripoff, but an adaption because Akira Kurosawa is actually given story credit.
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Examining The Doctor: The Three Doctors Part Two

Examining The Doctor is back looking at Part Two of the first ever Multi-Doctor story, 1972’s The Three Doctors. The story brought all three Doctors together, and starred Jon Pertwee, Patrick Troughton, and William Hartnell in his final acting performance.

Join Mark and Seth as they bring their signature blend of knowledge and humor to this essential Doctor Who story!

The Three Doctors Part Two

Part Two of The Three Doctors is examined. The first ever Multi-Doctor story bought together William Hartnell, Patrick Troughton, and then current Doctor Jon Pertwee. Join Mark and Seth as they bring their signature blend of knowledge and humor to this essential Doctor Who story.

The DuckTales Trailer Gives You The First Scenes Of David Tennant As Scrooge McDuck

David Tennant became an international hero when he stepped into The TARDIS as The Tenth Doctor. Since then he’s done a Fright Night reboot, Broadchurch, and of course Killgrave/Purple Man in the acclaimed Netflix Daredevil series.

When it was announced that Tennant will take over the role of Scrooge McDuck in a DuckTales reboot, the internet poofed.

Well, now we have our first look at David Tennant as Scrooge McDuck. One thing’s for certain, unlike the great Alan Young, Tennant doesn’t have to fake the Scottish accent.

Geekville Radio: Superhero Government

In The News: The Batman finally has its director in Matt Reeves. Here is what the Cloverfield director said about helming the Affleck Batman movie.

I have loved the Batman story since I was a child.He is such an iconic and compelling character, and one that resonates with me deeply. I am incredibly honored and excited to be working with Warner Bros. to bring an epic and emotional new take on the Caped Crusader to the big screen.

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Superhero Government

Ben Affleck’s Batman movie has found its director, and there are now talks of a Nightwing movie. Seth and Crazy Train discuss casting ideas for the former Boy Wonder. In the main segments, Train and Seth discuss what superheroes (and a few villains) might make up a US Government. Don’t worry, no politics are discussed. In the final segment Seth and Train discuss the life and career of actor Bill Paxton.

Superhero Sunday: ROM Spaceknight

The cover of ROM Spaceknight #1, art by some guy named Frank Miller
The cover of ROM Spaceknight #1, art by some guy named Frank Miller

In 1979, Parker Brothers were trying to market a new sci-fi action figure. Rom The Space Knight was a large figure by today’s standards, standing in at a whopping 13 inches. Even by 1979 standards it was big. Most Mego figures stood at 8 inches, and the average Barbie was 12 inches.
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