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WB To Reboot Buffy, Whedon Not Happy

WB To Reboot Buffy, Whedon Not Happy: "
On more than one occasion when I have interviewed comic book creators and asked what it was like for them to create an original story with original characters; they've replied that it sometimes takes a lot out of them. The endless hours combined where the writer/illustrator sits and wracks his or her brain trying to conjure up unique and interesting ideas with enticing characters isn't easy, and can sometimes become overwhelming. Writing an original story, or creating an original character can often mean putting themselves out there- giving part of themselves to the story and sharing it with the world. Yet, the moment they share is also the moment that the project no longer belongs to them. It belongs to the publisher who published their book, to the agent that got them noticed, to the film company who funded the project and finally, to the audience; to the fans. This project, whatever it may be, suddenly belongs to anyone who has become monetarily or emotionally invested in it in one way or another and the creator suddenly becomes simply a name in the credits of the movie, or on the cover of the book. As a result, the idea that something they conjured up and worked hard to perfect could be taken into a new creative direction without their input, is a concept that can be very hard to swallow. Such is writer/director Joss Whedon's current predicament. On the heels of the announcement that Warner Brothers purchased the rights to Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and that they would be doing a reboot of the film and television series without it's creator; Whedon was quick to reply in a discussion with Collider.

“This is a sad, sad reflection on our times, when people must feed off the carcasses of beloved stories from their youths—just because they can’t think of an original idea of their own, like I did with my Avengers idea that I made up myself...'

Whedon went on, very honestly, to express that while he always hoped that Buffy would live on long after Whedon, that he was not pleased that a studio would reboot her film without letting him know, first. 
"l Obviously I have strong, mixed emotions about something like this. My first reaction upon hearing who was writing it was, “Whit Stillman AND Wes Anderson?  This is gonna be the most sardonically adorable movie EVER.”  Apparently I was misinformed. Apparently I am seldom informed of anything. And possibly a little slow. But seriously, are vampires even popular any more? I always hoped that Buffy would live on even after my death.  But, you know, AFTER.  I don’t love the idea of my creation in other hands, but I’m also well aware
that many more hands than mine went into making that show what it was. And there is no legal grounds for doing anything other than sighing audibly. I can’t wish people who are passionate about my little myth ill. I can, however, take this time to announce that I’m making a Batman movie.  Because there’s a franchise that truly needs updating. So look for The Dark Knight Rises Way Earlier Than That Other One And Also More Cheaply And In Toronto, rebooting into a theater near you.
Even though Joss Whedon created Buffy the Vampire Slayer, wrote the script for the 1992 film, independently funded, wrote, and directed the television show's unaired pilot- Buffy no longer belongs to Joss Whedon. Buffy the Vampire Slayer belongs to Warner Brothers, and to you, and to me.  However, Joss Whedon, more than anyone, has every right to be upset over a reboot- which will in no way involve him- yet will be based on a character that became wildly popular as a result of his hard work and creativity. To add insult to injury, the screenplay for the film will be written by Whit Anderson, an actress who has appeared in two films ( YES MAN, SAW: REBIRTH) and who's only credentials for writing the screenplay for the BUFFY reboot is that she's a 'really big fan.' Whedon has a point. It might seem reasonable to bring in a 'fan' to write the screenplay- if the writer were dead- but Whedon, who created BUFFY is still very much alive, so why isn't he working on it?
 
What do you think of the idea of a BUFFY movie reboot without Joss Whedon? Do you think that as creator, he should be involved? Should he have the right to be upset over the future of a property he created"

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Halo Reach's Noble Map Pack Now Available

Halo Reach's Noble Map Pack Now Available: "If you've been itching for new maps, it's time to download some."

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Marc Singer Joins Jane Badler For ABC's Second Season Of V!!

Marc Singer Joins Jane Badler For ABC's Second Season Of V!!

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The director of the best "Star Wars" movie has died. (Althouse)

The director of the best "Star Wars" movie has died. (Althouse): "

Do you even remember his name? Irvin Kershner was 87. blog advertising blog advertising

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Having THE TALK: When will you introduce your kids to Star Wars? (Offbeat Mama)

Having THE TALK: When will you introduce your kids to Star Wars? (Offbeat Mama): "

You know THE TALK is coming someday, and here's a handy-dandy 'Talking to your kids about Star Wars' video to help you out. Click here to comment →

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HBO Releases New ‘Game of Thrones’ Trailer

HBO Releases New ‘Game of Thrones’ Trailer: "

HBO Game of Thrones Preview


HBO released the latest teaser trailer for the highly-anticipated Game of Thrones miniseries last night. The show won’t premier until 2011, but you can now see sixty seconds of sword-swinging, head-chopping, medieval action.


As Screen Rant said in our preview last week, Game of Thrones is HBO’s latest foray into high-profile, big-budget TV series after receiving some serious competition from Showtime and AMC. Aside from the long-running True Blood and newcomer Boardwalk Empire, the once and future king of cable TV isn’t taking the task of creating high-profile original programming lightly at the moment.



Based on the incredibly popular Song of Ice and Fire novel series by George R. R. Martin, (A Game of Thrones is the title of the first book in the series), the story takes place in the fictional…


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Microsoft Reportedly Planning Television Service for Xbox 360

Microsoft Reportedly Planning Television Service for Xbox 360: "


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A Reuters report indicates that Microsoft is in early talks to bring some form of television subscription service to the Xbox 360.

Speaking with the news organization, a pair of insiders claimed that negotiations are already underway between the Xbox Live provider and television networks. The goal, according to Reuters' sources, is to turn Microsoft's online service into a 'virtual cable operator,' offering premium cable programming through the Xbox 360 for a monthly rate.

The anonymous tipsters also mentioned plans to allow current cable subscribers the option to watch shows on their consoles with added interactivity, as well as the possibility of incorporating more standalone channels into the Xbox Live service -- something along the lines of the recently launched ESPN streaming service, for instance.

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Gears of War 3 at the VGA

Gears of War 3 at the VGA: "Gears of War 3 demonstration coming at the 2010 Video Game Awards"

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Avengers Director Joss Whedon: Why He Left Television For Earth's Mightiest Heroes

Avengers Director Joss Whedon: Why He Left Television For Earth's Mightiest Heroes: "In an excerpt from an interview conducted by CBM's Edward Gross and appearing in SciFi Now magazine, Joss Whedon offers up his reasoning for turning away from television following the cancellation of Dollhouse and his embracing of The Avengers."

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GetGlue Promo



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Misfits | 1x01 Pilot | Part 4



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Misfits TV Series Pictures and Info and Much More!

Misfits TV Series Pictures and Info and Much More!: "Misfits (cross between New Mutants/Runaways/Gen 13 and more) is a British dark comedy superhero drama show that is about a group of young offenders forced to work in a community service programme, where after a strange electrical storm, they attain preternatural superpowers..."

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EDITORIAL: Making Good Superhero Entertainment shouldn't be Rocket Science

EDITORIAL: Making Good Superhero Entertainment shouldn't be Rocket Science: "“… when everyone's super-- --no one will be. “
Fictional Super Villain Syndrome (The Incredibles / 2004)"

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Buffy Writer Whit Anderson Interviewed

Buffy Writer Whit Anderson Interviewed: "Last week the big news was that Warners would be making a new movie version of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, but without the involvement of Joss Whedon, much to the annoyance of fans. The LA Times has spoken to writer Whit Anderson about the project."

Houston Texans' Andre Johnson, Tennessee Titans' Corland Finnegan ejected after fight

Houston Texans' Andre Johnson, Tennessee Titans' Corland Finnegan ejected after fight: "Houston's Andre Johnson and Tennessee's Cortland Finnegan were involved in a fist fight that got both players ejected in the fourth quarter Sunday."

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Jeremy Renner Tapped to Take Over Mission: Impossible Series

Jeremy Renner Tapped to Take Over Mission: Impossible Series: "

Jeremy Renner continues to climb Hollywood's list of rising stars this year as he's gained a spot on The Avengers team and will be joining Tom Cruise and company in the latest Mission: Impossible adventure. Now, for the actor's latest achievement, we learn that Renner's Mission: Impossible days may span well past the fourth film in the series, currently titled Mission: Impossible: Ghost Protocol. Even back when Renner was first cast alongside Tom Cruise, some people speculated that he might be positioned to take over the reins of the franchise. Now, in an interview with MTV, Renner has confirmed that that's exactly the case:


'It's a franchise to potentially take over,' he said. 'I can't predict the future and what they want, but that's certainly the idea.' So, depending on how well the next installment fairs at the box office, we may very well see Renner in charge of future missions... that are impossible.

While this news doesn't exactly come as a surprise, I'll be curious to see how people react to it. The Mission: Impossible series has always come across as a vehicle for Tom Cruise more than anything else, so to take him out of the equation might be a tricky proposition. On one hand, Cruise's popularity has dwindled over the past few years, so his eventual absence might not make that much difference. On the other hand, I think Cruise still carries enough star power that not having him around could make for a tough sell. What are your thoughts on this news? Is Jeremy Renner a worthy choice to take over the series? Can the franchise still prosper without Tom Cruise?"

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End of the line? Washington Redskins waive 39-year-old WR Joey Galloway

End of the line? Washington Redskins waive 39-year-old WR Joey Galloway: "The Washington Redskins have waived veteran wide receiver Joey Galloway, the team confirmed Saturday."

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Transformers Prime - Darkness Rising - part 2 (part 2)



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G.I. Joe: Renegades Episode 2 (Part 2 of 2)



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Avengers - Earth's Mightiest Heroes Episode 12-13 [3/3]



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Young Justice Episode 1 & 2 Independence Day Part 4




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Young Justice Episode 1 & 2 Independence Day Part 1





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Infinity Blade iPhone Debut Trailer [HD] - Pixel Enemy



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Dead Space 2: Multiplayer Solar Array Trailer [HD] - Pixel Enemy



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Amazon deal overload: Halo: Reach, Fable 3, Red Dead Redemption and more

Amazon deal overload: Halo: Reach, Fable 3, Red Dead Redemption and more: "

Less reading, more buying!



Amazon's lightning deals for today include Halo: Reach ($30), Fable 3 ($30), God of War 3 ($35), God of War Collection ($10), Red Dead Redemption ($29) and Fallout: New Vegas ($35). More deals open up at 12:15 PM PST (likely to add Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit for $35) and 6:15PM PST, which might bring in NBA Jam for $27.



Let us know what you decide to pick up ... and how you intend on finding enough time to play some of these excellent games.

JoystiqAmazon deal overload: Halo: Reach, Fable 3, Red Dead Redemption and more originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 26 Nov 2010 10:09:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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PSP Go '3-Game Digital Pack' going for $150 'while supplies last'

PSP Go '3-Game Digital Pack' going for $150 'while supplies last': "

Taking to the US PlayStation blog, Sony director of hardware marketing John Koller revealed the PSP Go '3-Game Digital Pack' -- a $150 PSP Go bundle that includes three full (downloadable) games being sold at 'retailers nationwide.' In addition to a $50 savings from the recently lowered PSP Go asking price, it packs in LittleBigPlanet, SOCOM Fireteam Bravo 3, and Ratchet & Clank: Size Matters. Interested parties should head to their nearest brick-and-mortar ASAP, as the bundle is only available in 'limited quantities,' and 'at most retailers' the deals are 'one day events and are while supplies last.'



If digital games aren't your style, the PS blog also revealed Sam's Club's 160GB PS3 Slim bundle -- the console itself, a copy of ModNation Racers, an extra black Dualshock 3, a Blu-ray remote control, and a copy of (the adorable) How to Train Your Dragon for $399.

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Cavaliers ramping up security for LeBron's return

Cavaliers ramping up security for LeBron's return: "LeBron James is coming home next week, and the Cleveland Cavaliers want to make sure he has a safe visit."

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Rex Ryan: New York Jets ready for marquee game with New England Patriots

Rex Ryan: New York Jets ready for marquee game with New England Patriots: "Rex Ryan says the Jets are ready for their big game against the Patriots."

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Ed Johnson Presents: TALES OF JUSTICE (DC Minimate Webcomics): VIDEO GAMES: Rocksteady Confirm No Vehicles In Batman: Arkham City!

Ed Johnson Presents: TALES OF JUSTICE (DC Minimate Webcomics): VIDEO GAMES: Rocksteady Confirm No Vehicles In Batman: Arkham City!

Ghostbusters 3 Casting Rumours: Bill Hader, Will Forte and Anna Faris?

Ghostbusters 3 Casting Rumours: Bill Hader, Will Forte and Anna Faris?: "

So what's the deal with Ghostbusters 3? When it was first announced back in 2008, it sounded like it was a sure thing, as Sony had hired The Office writers Lee Eisenberg and Gene Stupnitsky to pen a script, and Ivan Reitman was later confirmed to be in the director's chair. However, Bill Murray kept popping up in interviews, trashing Eisenberg and Stupnitsky's last film Year One, and acting as if he wanted nothing to do with it. Recently we heard that Dan Aykroyd was reworking the script and that Sony was considering a May 2011 start date for the film, but with casting for the 'next generation' of Ghostbusters still up in the air, it remains unclear if this sequel will happen anytime soon. However, this week, we've got some random casting rumours to add to the mix, and if they are accurate, it sounds like Ghostbusters could be drawing from Saturday Night Live talent all over again.

According to a Sony casting call that went out in Chicago, New York and Los Angeles, Anna Faris is already listed as being the first new cast member on board in addition to the original line-up from the first two films. The Australian movie site What's Playing followed this up with a report from another industry source indicating that both Will Forte and Bill Hader have been mentioned as possibilities for younger Ghostbuster roles. But is there actually any truth to this?

Anna Faris seems likely, especially since The House Bunny did so well for Sony, and she clearly has established herself as a comedic actress who can draw. However, the failure of MacGruber at the box office might make Sony think twice about hanging a major franchise on Will Forte. Although this film will have a built-in audience based on the name and the original cast, they want the option to carry on the franchise with the younger generation afterward. Bill Hader does seem a little more likely, especially since he and Anna Faris both voiced Sony's Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs together.

At the end of the day, though, none of this is confirmed in any way, and there are probably plenty of other up and coming actors vying for these roles as well. What do you think about these casting possibilities? Is Saturday Night Live a good place to recruit from, considering that both Murray and Aykroyd are SNL alumni? Who would you like to see in Ghostbusters 3?"


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Slave Leia iPhone 4 Case Will Bring Star Wars Fanboys to the Yard (Chip Chick)

Slave Leia iPhone 4 Case Will Bring Star Wars Fanboys to the Yard (Chip Chick): "

Star Wars turns on the sexy with the Slave Leia Hard Case for the iPhone 4. Put this baby on your iPhone and watch all the Star Wars fanboys come to the yard. I think even Carrie Fisher would drool over this amazing drawing! However the hotness isn’t just reserved for the iPhone 4. Those [...]

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Bioware sends out another wave of beta invites in the form of a survey

Bioware sends out another wave of beta invites in the form of a survey: "

Several Users from the SWTOR Forums got the following Message via Mail


Here is the official Statement from the swtor crew:

Some of you may have received an email from Magid, regarding a survey concerning Star Wars™: The Old Republic™. As there has been some confusion, we wanted to let everyone know that it is indeed valid.
We are partnered with a third-party agency, Magid, to conduct some focused playtests for TOR. These are part of our ongoing Game Testing Program. As part of that testing, a number of emails were sent to registered community members like you who’d opted in for game testing.

What to do now? If you were sent an email and haven’t clicked through to the survey yet, well, go ahead and click. If you haven’t been emailed, don’t bother asking someone else to share; the surveys are individually linked to email addresses. If you are selected for testing, we’ll let you know – with an official email, this time!

Of course, I have to remind everyone that everything to do with Game Testing is bound by the Game Testing Agreement – and that means if you’re selected, apart from telling people that you’ve been selected, everything else is confidential.

Happy Thanksgiving to all Stateside!

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Friday Update: New Inhabitants on the HoloNet

Friday Update: New Inhabitants on the HoloNet: "




BioWare added five new entries to the 'Inhabitants' section of the HoloNet; two creatures, a humanoid species, and two droids. Here is the official news:





Details on five new galactic inhabitants are now available on the HoloNet! Read up on the dangerous Terentatek and Vine Cat – you don’t want to go up against these creatures unprepared. Also, find information on the legacy of the red-skinned Sith Pureblood, descendants of the original Sith species. And don’t forget about the droids! You’ll find data about the M3-M1 Medical Droid and the S3-F5 Inclement Condition Probe.



The galaxy is full of fascinating occupants, so make sure to check the Inhabitants holorecords frequently for new updates!
Because it might be a bit tricky to find the new entries among the ones that were already there, let me list the links to the new entries here:



If you haven't browsed through the HoloNet yet, you should definitely check it out for all sorts of information on Star Wars: The old republic.

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Star Wars The Old Republic: Gamebreaker Video Podcast dissects recent QA

Star Wars The Old Republic: Gamebreaker Video Podcast dissects recent QA


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Star Wars The Old Republic: The lost scenes of Star Wars: A New Hope

Star Wars The Old Republic: The lost scenes of Star Wars: A New Hope

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Alien Prequel Concept Artwork Revealed?

Alien Prequel Concept Artwork Revealed?: "

The folks at Scriptflags have scored what they believe may be the latest piece of concept artwork to slip out regarding the new Alien prequel movie. Though they haven't been able to officially source it...

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Green Lantern Trailer Commentary by IGN Rewind Theater

Green Lantern Trailer Commentary by IGN Rewind Theater: "The folks at IGN have decided to provide commentary for the recently released trailer for Green Lantern under their 'Rewind Theatre' section."

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Wahlberg Confirms Uncharted

Wahlberg Confirms Uncharted: "It was just a couple of weeks ago when word broke that writer-director David O. Russell was planning to cast his Three Kings star Mark Wahlberg as Nathan Drake in the game-to-film adaptation Uncharted. And now Wahlberg has spoken to IGN about the project...




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