A Hero on a Massive Scale: Reptil Slashes Through Marvel Comics in Late May
Imagine, waking up to find you have the ability to transform into any dinosaur you want. You could run as fast as a raptor, be as large as a T-Rex, or soar like a Pterodactyl (I know it’s not a dinosaur just roll with it). What sounds like the fever-induced dream of a child between the ages of 4-14 is every day life for Humberto Lopez, resident reptilian hero and Marvel’s next big thing.
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ABC Has Renewed ‘The Goldbergs’ for a Season 9
The beloved comedy, which is set in the ‘80s, stars Wendi McLendon-Covey, Sean Giambrone, Troy Gentile, Hayley Orrantia, Jeff Garlin, and Sam Lerner. The season 8 finale is set to air on Wednesday, May 19, and is titled, “The Proposal.” If you’re looking for a new favorite comfort show, The Goldbergs has you covered.
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A Killer First-Look at ‘Kate’ Starring Mary Elizabeth Winstead
This Fall, Netflix will be unleashing Kate! The movie stars Mary Elizabeth Winstead as a ruthless criminal operative who has just been poisoned, and has less than 24 hours to exact revenge on her enemies and in the process forms an unexpected bond with the daughter of one of her past victims.
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The ‘iCarly’ Revival Has its Paramount+ Premiere Date
Wake up the members of iCarly nation — the revival of the hit Nickelodeon show, which ended in 2012, is finally premiering on June 17! The streaming service’s official Twitter shared a sweet video to both celebrate star Miranda Cosgrove’s birthday and share the exciting news. Along with Cosgrove, original cast members Jerry Trainor and Nathan Kress are also starring in the revival! New cast members include Laci Mosley and Jaidyn Triplett.
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‘Snake Eyes’ Poster Offers a Silent Interlude Before the Trailer
We are so close to seeing a trailer for Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins! To whet our appetites, Paramount has unveiled the first official one-sheet for the film, featuring Henry Golding in all his Ninja Commando splendor against the backdrop of the iconic Arashikage hexagram!
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The Middle Geeks: Tala Ashe of ‘DC’s Legends of Tomorrow’
Tala Ashe, who plays our favorite TV superhero Zari Tarazi, joins Swara for a discussion of the next Legends of Tomorrow episode, “The Ex-Factor!” They talk about the importance of Iranian, MENA, and Muslim representation, where Zari’s journey goes this season, and the experience of working on a show as exciting as Legends. Enjoy!
This is a podcast form of the interview published here for The Nerds of Color.
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NOC Interview: Tala Ashe of ‘DC’s Legends of Tomorrow’
Since debuting in Season 3 of DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, Zari Tarazi (Tala Ashe) has become a beloved fixture in the CW’s zaniest (but still very heartfelt) Arrowverse show. Besides the importance of her being the first major Muslim and Iranian-American superhero on network tv, she’s one of the most dynamic and compelling members of the Legends. Things have changed tremendously for Zari over the past few years, as her relationships with her teammates develops and changes and her brother Behrad (Shayan Sobhian) has become a member of the Legends. Now, in Episode 3 of Season 6, she’s faced with more personal challenges as it’s up to her to save the day in a reality tv show competition. We at the Nerds of Color had the opportunity to interview Tala Ashe about Zari’s story this episode, and where her journey in Season 6 will be going.
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NOC Review: Tala Ashe Shines in the Latest ‘DC’s Legends of Tomorrow’
The following has minor plot setup spoilers for the Legends of Tomorrow Season 6 episode “The Ex-Factor.”
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ShoPowSho Episode 034: Singer/Musician, OG Moose
Psst. Psst. Hoy! New episode of the ShoPowSho!
Episode 034: We welcome Singer/Musician/DJ, OG Moose! OG Moose is an amazing performer out of Las Vegas! Whether he is getting the party started as a DJ, producing tracks with other performers or performing his songs that get the party vibing, music is the reflection of his soul that he is always sharing with the world!
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The Pussycats are Officially Making Their Return to ‘Riverdale’
Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, the creator of the hit CW series, shared the news on Instagram, thrilling fans who have greatly missed the talented trio. Ashleigh Murray (Josie), Hayley Law (Valerie), and Asha Bromfield (Melody) will make their return to Riverdale in episode 5×15.
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NOC Interview: Vanessa Ray on All Things ‘Blue Bloods’
Vanessa Ray portrays Eddie Janko on the CBS hit series, Blue Bloods. The show premiered back in 2010 and Ray joined back in season 4. Blue Bloods is now finishing up its 11th season with a two-hour season finale on Friday at 10PM ET/PT. You might also recognize the actress from her time as CeCe Drake on Pretty Little Liars.
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‘Cinderella’ is Arriving on Prime Video in September
Cinderella wrapped last year and fans have been ready to see it ever since. Now, we can finally get ourselves officially ready for the royal ball because the film will hit Prime Video in September of this year. As if that announcement wasn’t exciting enough, some first look images were also released!
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NOC Interview: Marisol Nichols Discusses Joining the ‘Saw’ Franchise in ‘Spiral’
Marisol Nichols portrays Captain Angie Garza in the new chapter of the iconic Saw series, Spiral, which premieres in theaters on May 14. The actress is a three-time ALMA Award nominee and known for her role as Hermione Lodge on The CW’s Riverdale. Some of her other many notable credits include Teen Wolf, NCIS, Criminal Minds, Resurrection Blvd, 24, and Vegas Vacation.
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‘Masters of the Universe: Revelation’ Has the Power
In 1982, Mattel revolutionized the toy industry when it unleashed its line of 5.5-inch action figures, Masters of the Universe. The following year, Filmation released an accompanying animated series, like all toy lines in the ’80s, and a generation of kids would never be the same. Now, nearly forty years later, a new generation will get to witness the ongoing battle between He-Man and Skeletor in Masters of the Universe: Revelation when it comes to Netflix on July 23!
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Disney’s ‘Jungle Cruise’ to Set Sail in Theaters and on Disney+ with Premier Access July 30
Finally… THE ROCK… WILL COME BACK… to Theaters, AND Disney+!
Coming straight from The People’s Champion himself, Dwayne Johnson announced via his Instragram that the long awaited Disney’s Jungle Cruise will be coming to theaters and Disney+ with Premier Access on July 30, this summer! Check out his announcement right here:
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Introducing The Goon Squad from ‘Space Jam: A New Legacy’
How do you top the likes of legends like Charles Barkley, Patrick Ewing, Larry Johnson, Shawn Bradley, and Muggsy Bogues? By bringing in a new legacy of NBA and WNBA legends!
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Check Out the New Trailer and Poster for ‘The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard’
Ryan Reynolds, Samuel L. Jackson, Salma Hayek, Antonio Banderas, and Morgan Freeman star in The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard, which hits theaters on June 16. As we get closer to the film’s premiere, the cast shared an all new trailer and poster with fans on social media!
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Barry Jenkins and the Cast of ‘The Underground Railroad’ Discuss the Powerful Limited Series
Colson Whitehead’s novel The Underground Railroad is a necessary reading for the ways it transcends a violent history and navigates the magic of self determination and Black personhood. The novel, published in 2016 and winner of the Pulitzer Prize and National Book awards for fiction, follows the life of Cora and Caesar, two slaves in 19th century Georgia who take on the treacherous journey that is their freedom. The novel is bold, loving, and powerful, and with its serving as the basis for director Barry Jenkins’ (Moonlight, If Beale Street Could Talk) Amazon series by the same name, it has become necessary viewing.
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‘Time Before Time’ Review: Leave Your Troubles Behind
What would you do if you could leave all your troubles in the past, literally? If starting over again was as easy as hopping in a rickety metal box, pressing a few buttons, and starting life anew in a completely different century? That’s the question posed in Time Before Time, a brand new series written by Declan Shalvey and Rory McConville with art by Joe Palmer.
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‘The Chair’ Starring Sandra Oh as a Professor is Coming to Netflix in August
When people think of Sandra Oh, they think of the dramatic actress seen in BBC America’s Killing Eve and ABC’s Grey Anatomy. But, Oh is also extremely hilarious. If her hosting stint on SNL is any indication of that, then audiences are in for a treat. Sandra Oh is starring in a half-hour comedy series for Netflix called The Chair.
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‘Why Women Kill’ Returns June 3 on Paramount+
Get ready for a new story and new cast! The new season of Why Women Kill, which is set in 1949, will explore what it means to be beautiful, the hidden truth behind the facades people present to the world, the effects of being ignored and overlooked by society, and finally, the lengths one woman will go in order to finally belong.
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Get Ready, ‘P!NK: All I Know So Far’ Hits Amazon Prime Video on May 21
P!nk’s new film, P!NK: All I Know So Far, is almost here and we are counting down the days! The singer just recently received the ICON Award at the Billboard Music Awards and has a very exciting month, sharing a new song, album, and movie with the world. “All I Know So Far” came out on May 7, while her new live album AIKSF: Setlist and movie will be released on May 21.
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A ‘Gaze’ into the Soul of ‘The Underground Railroad’
by Barry Jenkins | Originally published on Vimeo
In my years of doing interviews and roundtables and Q&A’s for the various films we’ve made, there is one question that recurs. No matter the length of the piece or the tone of the room, eventually, inevitably, I am asked about the white gaze. It wasn’t until a very particular interview regarding The Underground Railroad that the blindspot inherent in that questioning became clear to me: never, in all my years of working or questioning, had I been set upon about the Black gaze; or the gaze distilled.
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