Before I begin, let me say that this is not a Snyderverse v Gunnverse argument. No, not at all. Instead, it is an observation of what I have seen up to date and hope for with respect to the portrayal of Superman. There have been many films that I have looked forward to — most all have been from Marvel — but this summer’s Superman has been on my radar for a while now.
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We have reached the end of DC Multicast Season 2! On the season finale, Keith welcomes his Hard NOC Life co-host Dominic Mah to discuss 2009’s Watchmen.
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Earlier today, Netflix invited a group of selected journalists to preview their upcoming animation slate, which includes new and returning titles. Their offerings include diverse programs for all age groups and fans of different styles and techniques.
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On this condensed episode of Hard NOC Life, we’re sharing the audio from Dominic’s interviews with Zack Snyder and the cast of Rebel Moon: Part 2 — The Scargiver. But first, Keith has some thoughts about Pearl Jam’s new album, Atarashii Gakko’s Coachella breakout, and why Michael Jordan’s Playground is his favorite Snyderverse destination.
I recently got to chat with the filmmakers and cast of Rebel Moon Part 2: The Scargiver, premiering today on Netflix.
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Dominic returns to Hard NOC Life to tell Keith about his interviews with Zack Snyder and the cast of Rebel Moon: Part 2 — The Scargiver. Before that, though, the two share their thoughts on CinemaCon and the trailer for Joker: Folie à Deux.
Zack Snyder’s epic saga finishes its story next month with Rebel Moon — Part Two: The Scargiver.
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War is upon us.
After the events of Rebel Moon Part 1: A Child of Fire, war is upon the villagers of Vedt, who plan on fighting alongside the rebels against the evil Motherland. Kora (Sofia Boutella) must confront her past in order to lead the people in the battle.
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Netflix’s Rebel Moon was initially planned to be part of the Star Wars universe. But, after talks fell through between Disney LucasFilm and director Zack Snyder, he and his team decided to create their own sci-fi spacesaga with their own backstory and world-building.
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The trailer for Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon is now out, but very little is known about the film. Fortunately, Netflix invited several media outlets, including those of multicultural-based, to attend a special press event with director Zack Snyder himself.
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Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon trailer is out, and it looks good!
Created by Snyder, Rebel Moon was initially meant to be part of the Star Wars universe, but was dropped due to Disney’s purchase of LucasFilm. He decided to continue with the project and spin it into his own new IP and worked with Netflix to do so.
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After a dismal box office start, The Flash came crashing down even more this weekend. Keith and Britney pick up the pieces and figure out what went wrong at Warner Bros. and why DC just can’t ever seem to get anything right. Later, they break down the first episode of Disney+’s new MCU series, Secret Invasion. All this and more on Hard NOC Life!
Over the weekend, during Netflix’s TUDUM event in Brazil, Zack Snyder unveiled a first look, including behind the scenes footage, at his long awaited sci-fi epic, Rebel Moon.
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Let’s go way, way back to a time that maybe a lot of us don’t quite remember. It was a simpler time — before global pandemics, when a worldwide conflict was perhaps a bit less of a certainty — a bygone era known as “2017.”
Continue reading “The Killing of ‘Batgirl’ (and DC’s Dance with Diversity)”
Word on the street is that the heads of DC’s Cinematic Universe don’t know what to do with Superman. Can we figure something out?
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Hard NOC Life is back with Keith, Dominic and Britney reviewing the latest entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Chloé Zhao’s Eternals. What did everyone think of the film? Why is is struggling to connect with certain audiences? What are its connections to internet stan culture, the DCEU, and The Last Jedi? Tune in and find out!
Who’s ready for more “evil crazy Superman” action? If your name is Zack Snyder, you probably raised your hand already. Because your favorite edgy storyline (based on a video game rather than an actual comic book — unless you count the comic series inspired by the video game) about everyone’s favorite superhero going crazy and killing a bunch of characters in a dark and broody apocalyptic way is coming to Home Entertainment, courtesy of DC Animation: Injustice!
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The prequel to director Zack Snyder’s kick-ass zombie heist movie has dropped official art from its teaser and it’s looking like another zombie hit is on the way. Army of Thieves takes place before Army of the Dead and follows the goings-on of small-town bank teller Dieter (Matthias Schweighöfer) after he gets drawn into the adventure of a lifetime. We’re excited to see how well Schweighöfer’s unforgettable performance as Dieter in Snyder’s film sheds light on his character’s past.
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Heyyy! It’s Kuya P back again with another interview! I recently sat down for a conversation with an Actor/Stuntman friend of mine, Les Price, who recently played a zombie in the Army of the Dead that faces off with Dave Bautista! Army of the Dead is now available in Select Theaters and will be on Netflix this Friday, May 21!
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Heyyy! It’s Kuya P back again with another NOC EXCLUSIVE! I recently sat down for a conversation with a pair of the stars of Army of the Dead: Actors, Omari Hardwick and Matthias Schweighöfer! Army of the Dead hits Select Theaters May 14 and will be on Netflix May 21!
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Heyyy! It’s Kuya P back again with another NOC EXCLUSIVE! I recently sat down for a conversation with the Writer/Director of Army of the Dead: Zack Snyder! Army of the Dead hits Select Theaters May 14 and will be on Netflix May 21!
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Heyyy! It’s Kuya P back again with another NOC EXCLUSIVE! I recently sat down for a conversation with some of the amazing stars of Army of the Dead: Ana de la Reguera, Nora Arnezeder, Tig Notaro and Ella Purnell! Army of the Dead hits Select Theaters May 14th and will be on Netflix May 21st!
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Heyyy! It’s Kuya P back again with another NOC EXCLUSIVE! I recently sat down for a conversation with the star of Army of the Dead: Dave Bautista! Army of the Dead hits Select Theaters May 14 and will be on Netflix May 21!
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