Star Wars The Force Awakens and Episode VIII

I watched The Force Awakens last Tuesday and I just want to thank Disney, Kathleen Kennedy, JJ Abrams, Lawrence Kasdan, and the cast for giving us this great film. This is the Star Wars that I grew up with. As a fan of the franchise since 1977,  I have to admit that I got a little choked up a few times during this film. Probably the most moving scene was of course Han Solo's death at the hands of he and Leia's son Ben(aka Kylo Ren who is the film's main villain). This film featured some of Harrison Ford's best work, IMO. Seeing the big three leads from the original trilogy back on the big screen was like seeing old friends. I really like JJ Abrams' old school approach to film making. Seems to me like this film sort of mirrored certain elements of the original trilogy without being a rehash of what had been done before. There was a great blend of action, humor, and dramatic elements which made the original trilogy great. The scenes between Han and Leia were classic SW. Ford and Carrie Fisher managed to pick up where they left off without skipping a beat. Daisy Ridley and John Boyega did a great job bringing the characters of Rey and Fin to life. Thinking BB-8 is now my second favorite droid next to R2-D2 who in the film had powered down, distraught by his master Luke Skywalker's disapearence. I found myself cheering for Artoo as he slowly powered back up during the film, thinking to myself "come on, buddy. You can do it." I'm hoping we see more of Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker in Episode VIII. My prediction is that Episode VIII will focus on Luke like The Force Awakens sort of focused on Han and Chewbaca. Would like to see Billy Dee Williams return as Lando Calrissian. Looks like Lando would certainly have a score to settle. Anyway, that's it for now. Until next time, behave yourselves out there and have a good one, 'later.

CBS' Supergirl and CW's The Flash Possible Crossover?

This could be possible since both shows are set during the same time period, both shows are produced by WB Television and DC, and The CW is co-owned by CBS and Warner Brothers. Both lead characters are likable by fans as are Grant Gustin(The Flash) and Melissa Benoist(Supergirl). Then there is the Glee reunion factor between Gustin and Benoist which would probably get the Glee fans interested. Pretty much a win-win situation for all involved. Anyway, that's about it for now. Til next time, have a good one and behave yourselves, true believers.

Colonel Bruce Peterson, Martin Caidin, and the Real Story Behind The Six Billion Dollar Man

I was just thinking that maybe instead of a feature film reboot of the classic 1970's TV series which has gotten the greenlight to go into production and a release date(December 22, 2017), the studio which is producing it should go with a docudrama about the actual accident involving the experimental lifting body craft in which the 1972 novel 'Cyborg' written by Martin Caidin was loosely based. Mark Wahlberg could be cast as Lt. Colonel Bruce Peterson who piloted the experimental craft. Maybe cast Robert Downey Jr as Martin Caidin. I've read a little bit into the story of these two guys as well as the 1967 crash itself. Pretty interesting stuff. Anyway, that's about all I have to say about this subject. Until next time, behave yourselves and have a good one. 'Later.

Jeb Bush Thinks Melissa Benoist Is Hot

I don't normally agree with a lot of politicians, but I'm going to have to agree with Jeb on this one. Melissa is a fine looking woman. I watched the series premiere of Supergirl last night and thought the pilot episode was well done. Hoping CBS gives this show a chance. Great to see the minor DC characters getting some attention for a change. From my understanding, Melissa seemed like she had a good sense of humor towards Jeb's comments about her. She seems like a pretty cool woman. The show seems like a throwback towards the 1970's Lynda Carter Wonder Woman TV series mixed in with a little 1970's The Bionic Woman and Lois & Clark The New Adventures Of Superman from the 1990's which were great shows and still hold up to this day. Anyway, that's all I have to say about this subject. Until next time, keep 'em flying and behave yourselves out there, 'later.

Star Wars Battlefront Characters

These are three of the models used for the new Star Wars Battlefront video game. The rendering of these characters is really impressive. Thinking Disney/Lucasfilm should use the Battlefront Han Solo for an animated Han Solo film. Bring in Dave Collins who portrayed Solo in the Smuggler's Gambit and Smuggler's Bounty audio dramas to voice the Han Solo character. When I saw these images posted on Facebook a little while ago, I thought these were photos of Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, etc. That's pretty much it for this edition of 'The Fanboy Newsdesk Blog'. Until next time, behave yourselves.

ROM Spaceknight Miniseries Comic Coming in 2016

IDW Comics are bringing everyone's favorite spaceknight ROM back to comics in 2016 in the form of a miniseries. For those who are unfamiliar with the character, ROM was introduced in 1979 as an electronic action figure by Parker Brothers which was equipped with a neutralizer gun along with a couple of other accessories which when plugged into the figure would light up and make sounds. The eyes on the figure would also light up. Marvel Comics Group had the comics license. The ROM comic book series ran for 75 issues and was actually more of a success than the toyline it was based on. I'm looking forward to seeing what IDW has planned for the character. It's also been reported that IDW has also secured the comics license for the iconic Micronauts franchise. More on that later. Until next time, behave yourselves. 'Later.

Michael B. Jordan Cast As Boba Fett?

Actor Michael B. Jordan('Red Tails', 'The Fantastic Four', and the upcoming 'Rocky' spinoff 'Creed') is rumored to be under consideration by Disney and Lucasfilm to portray bounty hunter Boba Fett in an upcoming Star Wars spinoff film. Uh, from my understanding, Boba Fett was introduced in Star Wars Episode II Attack Of the Clones as an unaltered clone of bounty hunter Jango Fett who was white. How would this make sense unless the plan is to retcon the events of AOTC. Personally, I'd rather see Daniel Logan come back as the adult Boba Fett if he's interested in doing so. Just a thought. Anyway, that's it for this blog. As always, thanks for taking the time to read my ramblings and behave yourselves. 'Later.