Director Zach Cregger and Star Alden Ehrenreich Sharpen Their ‘Weapons’

August 7, 2025 Mike Manalo

When it comes to original horror, we expect low-to-mid budget horror to explode more through smaller independent studios and less from the major ones. Bigger studios tend to see these sorts of films as gambles, sometimes paying off in the form of hits like Ready or Not or even Sinners, and other times having to settle for cult classic status like with Abigail or Companion. However, when you have a talented, well-regarded horror filmmaker like Zach Cregger ready with a script like Weapons, for a studio like Warner Bros., it’s no longer a gamble. Success becomes almost inevitable.

Horror, Movies

Unpacking the Latest Trailer for ‘Weapons’

June 23, 2025June 23, 2025 Mike Manalo

The latest film from Zach Cregger, the director of Barbarian, is hitting theaters this year: Weapons. So far it looks ridiculously spooky. However, as we know, horror is often a conduit for social commentary to flourish. What Cregger and New Line have cooked up for us not only looks terrifying, but also might be a thoughtful look at how America reacts to tragedy.

Horror, Movies

Terrifying Trailer for ‘Weapons’ is Unleashed

April 29, 2025April 29, 2025 Mike Manalo

Who needs coffee when you have a nice cup of “WTF” horror to wake you up (at 2:17 am)! Weapons is the latest from Barbarian director and Companion producer, Zach Cregger. And after weeks of teases, we finally got a trailer. Good luck sleeping ever again!

Sci Fi, Television

Rosalind Chao & Zine Tseng on Crafting a Complex Character for ‘3 Body Problem’

March 26, 2024 Mike Manalo

The phenomenon known as 3 Body Problem is sweeping Netflix! And we were lucky enough to recently chat with some of the cast from this remarkable show. We previously debuted our interview with the delightful Jess Hong. And today, we’d like to share our interview with two of the show’s brilliant actresses: Rosalind Chao and Zine Tseng!

Sci Fi, Television

Working to Solve the ‘3 Body Problem’ with the Amazing Jess Hong

March 25, 2024 Mike Manalo

3 Body Problem has officially hit Netflix, and is delighting audiences everywhere! The adventures of The Oxford Five are making us laugh, cry, and gasp, as they band together with Detective Da Shi (Benedict Wong) to protect humanity from an impending alien apocalypse. And integral in this mission is brilliant physicist Jin Cheng, played by the remarkable Jess Hong. And as a treat, we were given the most fortunate opportunity to sit down with Hong to discuss her amazing work on the show.

Sci Fi, Streaming

Netflix Reveals Final Trailer for ‘3 Body Problem’

March 7, 2024March 8, 2024 Mike Manalo

The countdown is on! 3 Body Problem is almost here. And to celebrate the upcoming release of the epic new series, Netflix has released one last trailer, giving fans a glimpse of all the sci-fi gloriousness to come!

Sci Fi, Streaming

Official Trailer for Netflix’s ‘3 Body Problem’

January 9, 2024January 9, 2024 Mike Manalo

Netflix has stumbled onto a huge problem — and it’s a good thing! 3 Body Problem will be debuting in March, and the streaming service has released the official trailer for the highly anticipated series adaptation of Liu Cixin’s acclaimed and popular series of books.

Hard N.O.C. Life, Podcasts

Hard NOC Life 282: Madisynn, Wongers, and D23

September 12, 2022September 12, 2022 Hard NOC Media

Britney, Keith, and Dominic go over all of the best announcements from the D23 Expo. They also break down the importance of the Wong and Madisynn relationship on She-Hulk. The discussion goes in many different directions. But not where you think!

Marvel, Streaming

‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ Hitting Disney+ This Month

June 2, 2022June 2, 2022 Mike Manalo

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is continuing to possess the box office, officially becoming the highest grossing movie of 2022 worldwide and domestic in the past two weeks. But on the heels of that massive success, Disney is looking to cast that same spell over the Disney+ platform, officially announcing the streaming date for the blockbuster.

Marvel, Movies

Uncovering the Secrets of the Multiverse at the ‘Doctor Strange’ Press Conference

May 5, 2022May 6, 2022 Mike Manalo

The madness has begun! Earlier this week, members of the press, including The Nerds of Color, were invited to partake in the press conference for the highly anticipated Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.

Interview, Marvel, Movies

Benedict Wong and Xochitl Gomez Talk ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’

May 3, 2022May 3, 2022 Mike Manalo

Guess what nerds! In-person interviews are back! And for our first one, in what seems like forever, we’re taking you into the heart of the MCU Multiverse with Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness stars, Benedict Wong and Xochitl Gomez!

Marvel, Movies, Reviews

‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ is Far from Perfect

May 3, 2022May 6, 2022 Laura Sirikul

Ever since audiences were introduced to the multiverse in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, storytellers had to figure out a way to incorporate that into future storylines. With Marvel’s Loki and Spider-Man: No Way Home, it made sense to include multiple worlds and versions of our favorite characters, while also providing a little bit of fan service along the way.

Marvel, Movies

New Posters and Teaser for ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’

April 6, 2022April 6, 2022 Mike Manalo

Tickets are now officially on sale for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. I know I’m super psyched about this one! Do you have your tickets yet?

Marvel, Movies

New ‘Multiverse of Madness’ Spot Reveals Ticket Sale Dates

April 2, 2022April 3, 2022 Mike Manalo

This Wednesday, April 6, your tickets to The Multiverse will be available! Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness hits theaters May 6 and fans are super excited to uncover all of the insane secrets that await them! In anticipation of this Marvel Studios has released a new spot for the next highly anticipated installment in the MCU!

Marvel, Movies1 Comment

New Trailer for ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ Unleashed

February 13, 2022February 14, 2022 Mike Manalo

Get ready to enter a new dimension of Strange! During the Super Bowl today, Marvel Studios proudly touted its new trailer for the Sam Raimi-directed Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. And. It. Is. Trippy! I’m incredibly psyched!

Marvel, Movies

Deconstructing the ‘Multiverse of Madness’ Trailer

December 22, 2021December 22, 2021 Mike Manalo

It’s that time again, folks! A new Marvel Studios trailer means a new breakdown. Now that everyone’s had a chance to see the trailer, let’s put on our conspiracy theory hats, and discover some sorcerer-sized secrets! We’re breaking down the Multiverse of Madness trailer!

Marvel, Movies

New Trailer Unleashed for ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’

December 22, 2021December 22, 2021 Mike Manalo

Doctor Strange will return! We’ve seen these words before; first in 2016 after the Sorcerer Supreme’s original solo adventure, and perhaps more recently as well. And as they’re known to do, Marvel Studios has delivered on this promise.

Marvel, Movies2 Comments

Why Asian Americans Feel Compelled to Defend ‘Shang-Chi’

September 9, 2021September 9, 2021 Bao Phi

Recently and on their own initiative, my 11-year old child became interested in Greek mythology. As a single co-parent father continually desperate for reasons to relate to and bond with my child, this delighted me, because by coincidence I became infatuated with Greek myths when I was young. As a broke Vietnamese refugee nerd kid, I’d go to the Franklin library and read up about the messed up Gods, the flawed heroes, the fantastic creatures.

Hard N.O.C. Life, Marvel

Hard NOC Life 233: Did ‘Shang-Chi’ Live Up to the Hype?

September 6, 2021 Hard NOC Media

Now that it’s breaking box office records, Keith, Britney, and Dominic are joined by HK cinema and martial arts movie expert Raymond Chow to break down Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings on a new episode of Hard NOC Life.

Marvel, Movies, Television

HULK REMIND YOU OF GREATEST THINGS MARVEL MOVIES EVER DID!

July 1, 2021July 3, 2021 Dominic Mah

In case the moment is, indeed, slipping away from us*, here are nine Marvel Cinematic Universe achievements that Hulk will enjoy for all time, always:

Marvel, Movies

New ‘Shang-Chi’ Trailer Displays the Power of the Ten Rings

June 24, 2021June 25, 2021 Laura Sirikul

During ESPN’s Broadcast of NBA Countdown before Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals, Marvel Studios released a brand new trailer for Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings. The film features Shang-Chi (Simu Liu), a young super hero and martial artist whose journey of self-discovery unfolds in this never-before-seen origin story.

Animation, Movies, Streaming

Disney’s ‘Raya and The Last Dragon’ Announces the Rest of the Cast

January 26, 2021May 15, 2021 Laura Sirikul

During a special presentation with select press last Tuesday, the creative team behind Disney’s Raya and the Last Dragon revealed the rest of the ensemble that joins Kelly Marie Tran and Awkwafina in the first Southeast Asian-inspired fantasy animation set to release this March. Set in the fantasy world of Kumandra, humans and dragons coexisted in harmony. But when an evil force called the Druun threaten their world, the dragons sacrificed themselves to save humanity. Now, 500 years later, the Druun have returned and it is up to Raya (Kelly Marie Tran) to track down the last dragon, Sisu (Awkwafina), and find the missing pieces to the Dragon Gem to rid their land of evil and unite its divided people.

Interview, Movies, Sci Fi

The Wonderful Mr. Wong: An Interview with ‘Gemini Man’ Star Benedict Wong

October 11, 2019October 11, 2019 Mike Manalo

Gemini Man, the action-packed latest film by master director, Ang Lee, hits theaters today. One of the biggest highlights of the film is a great welcome comedic performance by one of our favorite sorcerers/assassins/Stark Wedding guests, Benedict Wong (Doctor Strange, Deadly Class, Avengers: Endgame). In the film, Wong plays Baron, Will Smith’s trusty eyes in the sky, and fellow soldier/best friend. Recently, The Nerds of Color were granted the incredible opportunity to sit down for a brief, intimate chat with Mr. Wong, to discuss the making of the film, as well as technological advancements in filmmaking, and the state of Asian actors in Hollywood today. Here’s what he had to say:

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