Dec 12

Film Actually Ep068 – Puss in Boots

Hosts: David McVay, Josh Philpott & Richard Gray

This week David, Josh and Richard review “Puss in Boots”. They also discuss a little entertainment news including the new trailer for “Battleship”, “Thor 2” directors, Fox News’ opinions on “The Muppets” and with the release of the new “The Three Stooges” trailer the boys want to know if it is official, is Hollywood creatively bankrupt?  All this plus a brand new Lists of Five – Five Spin Off Movies. Film Actually is the official movie podcast of geekactually.com.

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Dec 11

Behind The Panels (beta) Issue 7 – The Walking Dead

Hosted By: David McVay, Richard Gray & Cameron Williams

This week, we are joined by our first ever Panels guest, Cameron Williams (from Popcornjunkie.wordpress.com), for our discussion on the latest news from the world of comics including Brian Michael Bendis leaving The Avengers, The Avengers vs. X-Men event is coming, director Patty Jenkins leaves “Thor 2” and “The Dark Knight Rises” viral campaign kicks off with Who is Dr. Leonard Pavil?. We also have our book club review, this week we discuss The Walking Dead ( Issues 1 – 8 ).

Next Week’s reading assignment: Powers Vol. 1.

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Behind the Panels is still in beta, this issue still carries temporary music and cover art and we continue to work out format issues. We hope you will continue to help us craft this show (via email and feedback) into the finest comic book podcast on the market. This is the last issue of Behind the Panels that will be fed onto the Film Actually podcast feed. If this how you get your episodes, make sure you subscribe to Behind the Panels on the link below.

Have you got something to say? We want to hear from you, send email to comics@geekactually.com or drop us a voicemail at 02 8011 3167 (Skype ID: geek actually) and we’ll play it on the show.

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The music this week is from the TV series “The Walking Dead” on AMC.

Dec 07

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 – Hysteria in the White Wisteria

Part 4 of the Geek Actually multi part opinion piece about the films of “The Twilight Saga”

Greetings, Gentle Reader. We are united once more for the nuptials and tumultuous first weeks (?!) of the Swan/Cullen union, herein known as The Wedding.

Our polished poo-dora bead is all grown up and now an incandescent diamond; one that has been cut so brilliantly as to be blindingly faceted. My eyes! My eyes!  Ah well, whatever – spoilers lie beyond and I do have the insight to realise that this review is particularly recap heavy. Proceed at your peril.

Where do I start with this paradigm shifting cinematic event?  I feel I should approach it as one does a glossy, high-end fashion magazine. We shall call it… ‘Twilight 4.1- Bluesteel Magnum Edition’! The cover lines promise much, including the consummation of the ultimate love affair. Then we have the latest in wedding couture and travel and lifestyle tips. There are music reviews, food ideas and much, much more.  Yes, it is a thick and somewhat weighty tome – looks fabulous and I can’t wait to flip through the pages… But we had better start with some profiles, because people tend to wade in without looking up the index.

As we are now in film 4.1 there is a fair amount of assumed knowledge, so I will supply a little glossary of terms and back story so as to ease the journey of any newer, and perhaps even more Gentle Readers.  Plus it will help you get my jokes… Continue reading

Dec 05

Film Actually Ep067 – Attack the Block

Hosts: David McVay, Josh Philpott & Richard Gray

This week David & Josh welcome back Richard Gray who has been off at the Japanese Film Festival, together they review “Attack the Block”. They also discuss a little entertainment news including M. Night Shyamalan hitting the social networks, “Ender’s Game” casting news, a “Starship Troopers” remake and the latest trailer for “John Carter”.  All this plus a brand new Lists of Five – Five Great Death Scenes. Film Actually is the official movie podcast of geekactually.com.

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Dec 05

Behind The Panels (beta) Issue 6 – Superman: Secret Origin

Hosted By: David McVay & Richard Gray

This week, we discuss the latest news from the world of comics including Alan Moore’s reaction to the Frank Miller outburst, Nicolas Cage’s $2.1 million dollar comic and “Lego Batman 2: DC Superheroes” is coming to gaming console near you soon. We also have our book club review, this week we discuss Superman: Secret Origin.

Next Week’s reading assignment: The Walking Dead Issues 1 – 8.

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Behind the Panels is still in beta, this issue still carries temporary music and cover art and we continue to work out format issues. We hope you will continue to help us craft this show (via email and feedback) into the finest comic book podcast on the market.

Have you got something to say? We want to hear from you, send email to comics@geekactually.com or drop us a voicemail at 02 8011 3167 (Skype ID: geek actually) and we’ll play it on the show.

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Join us on our new Facebook Fan Page, follow Geek Actually on Twitter @geekactually and follow David on Twitter @davidmcvay Find more by Richard Gray by visiting theReelBits.com or follow him on Twitter @DVDbits

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The music this week is from “Superman: The Movie” by John Williams.

Dec 01

GAME REVIEW: Super Mario 3D Land (3DS)

Ah, do I love me some Mario. He’s the only iconic video game character that doesn’t need a convoluted story or intricate subtext to make a new game. The outings are straight-forward but the level design will make you let out a laugh and even a “damn that’s clever” and you’ll have a smile on your face the whole way. And generally, the overall satisfaction you get from working out a difficult Mario level is completely unparalleled… well, maybe Portal. There’s a reason why these games have been going for over 25 years and it is consistency. But that can bring it’s own downfalls too. So let’s have a look at Nintendo’s new offering : Super Mario 3D Land… just rolls off the tongue, huh?!

Ok, I’m going to get personal for a second. I’ve been playing these Mario games since my primary school friend Leon showed me his Famicom in year 1. Instantly, I loved Mario Bros and Super Mario Bros. Even playing as Luigi. So for this review, I’m going to be SUPER critical of Super Mario 3D Land‘s gameplay features from a veteran’s point of view. So, for those of you who have somehow NEVER PLAYED A MARIO GAME, here’s my review for you: get it. It’s good and simple. You don’t need mad skills to enjoy it, it’s the archetype on which most games should be built and if you own a 3DS and don’t buy this game it’s because you have forgotten you own one.

There… now for you seasoned Mario players or you folks who have bought your kids a 3DS and want to know if the new Mario stacks up against your childhood recollections of past glories, Lets-a go! Continue reading