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Jessica Parker Kennedy on What’s Next for the West-Allen Siblings on ‘The Flash’

March 8, 2022March 15, 2022 Swara Salih

The Flash fans were delighted by the ending of Season 7 with the arrival of the West-Allen kids of the future. Not exactly the Tornado Twins of the comics, but a composite of multiple descendants of Barry Allen and Iris West-Allen with Nora (Jessica Parker Kennedy) and Bart (Jordan Fisher) West-Allen, the siblings came to help their parents save the day against Godspeed to everyone’s delight. It was a West-Allen peak for the ages, but the kids aren’t done yet as they return to take the spotlight in this week’s returning episode of The Flash Season 8.

DC Comics, Hard N.O.C. Life

Hard NOC Life 256: Begin ‘The Batman’ Spoiler Review

March 7, 2022March 7, 2022 Hard NOC Media

After raking in $130 million at the box office, Keith, Dominic, and Britney are here to break down all the highs and lows of Matt Reeves’ epic film noir take on The Batman. How would Keith rewrite The Riddler? What did Britney think of Emo-Bruce? Where does Zoe Kravitz as Catwoman rank for Dominic?

Animation, DC Comics, Movies

New Trailer for ‘DC League of Super-Pets’ Signals ‘The One’

March 7, 2022March 7, 2022 Mike Manalo

Whoa! In a brilliant stroke of genius, WB formally announced via a new trailer that none other than Neo himself, Keanu Reeves, will be playing Batman in the upcoming animated feature DC League of Super-Pets.

DC Comics, Interview, Television

Daniel Puig Discusses Being Nathan on The CW’s ‘Naomi’

March 7, 2022March 7, 2022 Swara Salih

With shows like Stargirl and now Naomi, The CW is leaning into younger teams, making more “Scooby Gangs,” as it were, for our main heroes and for their audiences to relate with. Nathan, played by Daniel Puig, is one such Scooby member on Naomi, and also happens to be our protagonist’s current love interest.

DC Comics, Interview, Movies

Falcone on Film with ‘The Batman’ Star John Turturro

March 3, 2022March 2, 2022 Mike Manalo

There aren’t many folks in Hollywood that can do everything from crime, to comedy, to comic book films! But among the names of those select few individuals is one that truly stands out: legendary actor, John Turturro! He plays crime boss Carmine Falcone in The Batman! What does Falcone have to do with The Bat, The Cat, and The Riddler? We sat down with him to find out!

Movies, Podcasts

The Middle Geeks: Shayan Sobhian and Max Mooney on ‘Does Bigfoot Dream of Flowers?’

March 3, 2022March 4, 2022 Swara Salih

We are delighted to speak with Legends of Tomorrow cast member Shayan Sobhian and his writing partner and director Max Mooney on their new film Does Bigfoot Dream of Flowers?. What inspired them to do this project? How is this depiction of Bigfoot similar and different from those we’ve seen before? We also hear from Shayan on his role as Behrad on Legends of Tomorrow, and where the show might go from their recent Season 7 finale.

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Keto Shimizu on the Season 7 Finale and Future of ‘Legends of Tomorrow’

March 3, 2022March 2, 2022 Swara Salih

This has been a tough season for the team of Legends of Tomorrow on multiple fronts. From getting stranded in the 1920s to being hunted by robo-versions of themselves, to so much more, they’ve faced their most daunting challenges but made it through it all while strengthening their bonds on the way. But will we get to see more of them in a potential Season 8, which hasn’t been announced yet by The CW?

DC Comics, Interview, Movies

‘The Batman’ Cast on Becoming the Riddler, Gordon, and Alfred

March 1, 2022March 1, 2022 Mike Manalo

The Batman is here! After many long months of waiting and speculating, the first reviews for Matt Reeves’ take on the Dark Knight Detective dropped yesterday to a stellar 87% on Rotten Tomatoes. We at The Nerds of Color also dropped our review of the film, which you can read right here. However, what does it take to bring a Batman story to life? We were recently given the opportunity to discuss this topic and many others with some of the cast of The Batman!

DC Comics, Hard N.O.C. Life

Hard NOC Life 255: ‘The Batman’ Rises Again

February 28, 2022April 26, 2022 Hard NOC Media

Keith, Dominic, and Britney look back at the long and winding road The Batman has taken from inception to the big screen. From its origins as a spinoff featuring Ben Affleck’s DCEU Batman to COVID delays and its current incarnation as a film noir reboot, the Hard NOC crew share their anticipation for Matt Reeves’ take on the Dark Knight Detective.

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NOC Review: Behold ‘The Batman’

February 28, 2022April 20, 2022 Mike Manalo

What does it mean to truly capture the essence of Batman? In the past 33 years, we’ve had three big budget, big screen franchises starring The Caped Crusader. And each time, at one point or another, we’ve more than likely heard the phrase “the definitive version of Batman” uttered among colleagues, friends, and fanboys. However, in these 33 incredible years, which have seen their shares of highs and lows with adaptations of the mythology, there surprisingly has never been a truly detective-oriented Batman story put to live action film. Until now.

DC Comics, Movies

‘The Batman’ Featurette Explores His Wonderful Toys

February 25, 2022February 26, 2022 Mike Manalo

We’re officially one week away from the debut of The Batman! And to celebrate, WB released an inside look at the new Batmobile, Batsuit, and Bat-Gadgets, with the new Batman himself, Robert Pattinson!

DC Comics, Television

NOC Exclusive Clip: When Marquis Met Alice on ‘Batwoman’

February 23, 2022February 24, 2022 Swara Salih

After a three-week hiatus, The CW roster of DCTV is making its way back to our television and streams. Especially anticipated is the return of Batwoman — where so much has happened this season. Ryan’s (Javicia Leslie) newfound brother Marquis (Nick Creegan) has taken on the role as the new Joker. And, the only way to reinstate his empathy is through another buzz from the previous Joker’s special joy buzzer. That’s comic-book logic for you!

Hard N.O.C. Life, Marvel

Hard NOC Life 254: DJ Benhameen in the Multitude of Podcasts

February 21, 2022 Hard NOC Media

Keith, Dominic, and Britney welcome special guest host DJ Benhameen of the For All Nerds podcast to break down the Peacemaker finale, discuss 50 Cent’s foray into superhero movies, and reflect on the four-year anniversary of Black Panther.

DC Comics, Streaming

It’s Official: ‘Peacemaker’ Coming Back for Second Season

February 16, 2022February 16, 2022 Mike Manalo

Do you really wanna, do you really wanna taste it? Hell yeah we really do! Peacemaker has proven to be a breakout critical and commercial hit for HBO Max! And we are officially getting more of him!

DC Comics, Reviews1 Comment

The Best Magic Trick of ‘Mister Miracle: The Great Escape’ is its Heart

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022 Bray Lawrence

Mister Miracle: The Great Escape is a bit of enigma. Like the titular character himself, the book is an incredible romp of humor and excitement with a genuine heart at the center.

DC Comics, Movies

Breaking Down ‘The Batman’ Press Event with the Cast and Crew

February 15, 2022February 13, 2022 Mike Manalo

The light shone brightly on the dimly lit backdrop of the Warner Brothers studio lot during a random night in February. Displayed high above was the familiar shape that represented vengeance and justice: the sleek silhouette of a bat! In a week that was uncharacteristically warm during this time of year, even for Los Angeles, things were about to heat up even more. For shortly, before a limited number of members of the press, The Batman would soon appear!

DC Comics, Television1 Comment

‘Batwoman’ Stars Know Great Romance Comes with Great Responsibility

February 14, 2022February 15, 2022 Laura Sirikul

There’s a lot of responsibility for “firsts” for representation in the media.

For The CW’s Batwoman, actresses Javicia Leslie and Meagan Tandy definitely feel the pressure to get their characters and their romance right. As the first queer superhero Black couple*, Leslie and Tandy understand their responsibility.

Hard N.O.C. Life, Marvel

Hard NOC Life 253: The MCU Illuminati The Stephen Strange Theory

February 14, 2022 Hard NOC Media

With apologies to 2Pac, Keith, Dominic, and Britney untangle the multiverse of theories emerging out of the Doctor Strange Super Bowl trailer. But that’s not all! In this news-packed episode, the Hard NOC crew also discuss the Boba Fett finale, the Oscar nominations, the DC Films sizzle reel, and more!

DC Comics, Movies

DC Can Be Your Heroes, Baby

February 11, 2022April 26, 2023 Keith Chow

With apologies to Enrique Iglesias and David Bowie, DC and Warner Bros. just dropped a one-minute teaser showcasing its slate of live action films coming only to theaters in 2022 (the DC Super-Pets were conspicuously absent from the video). While a lot of the footage is recycled from their DC FanDome presentation, there was a lot that was new too.

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New Spot for ‘The Batman’ Hits, Plus Tickets Now On Sale

February 10, 2022February 10, 2022 Mike Manalo

We’re getting closer and closer to the coming of The Batman! And you can feel the anticipation punching its way across the internet like a bat out of Hell, with IMAX tickets for the Fan First event selling out this past week! And who can blame folks? Matt Reeves’ interpretation of the Caped Crusader looks epically spectacular!

Hard N.O.C. Life, Streaming

Hard NOC Life 252: Lone Jedi and Cub

February 7, 2022 Hard NOC Media

Keith, Dominic, and Britney must choose between the penultimate episode of Peacemaker and the return of CG Luke and Baby Yoda on The Book of Boba Fett. This is the way.

Hard N.O.C. Life, Streaming

Hard NOC Life 251: We Don’t Talk About Mando (No, No, No)

January 31, 2022January 31, 2022 Hard NOC Media

Keith, Dominic, and Britney catch up on HBO Max’s Peacemaker before singing the praises of the latest episode of The Mandalorian… er… The Book of Boba Fett.

Animation, DC Comics, Movies

Happy Lunar New Year from ‘DC League of Super Pets’

January 31, 2022January 31, 2022 Mike Manalo

Happy Lunar New Year everyone! As a new year of prosperity and fortune begins, our friends at WB and DC have teamed up to send us a very special greeting! To help usher in the festivities, are Ace the Bat-Hound and Krypto the Superdog from the upcoming DC League of Super Pets, coming to theaters May 20 this year!