Iron Man 2 Review

Iron Man 2 begins in snowy Russia as Ivan Vanko watches as Tony Stark reveals he is Iron Man. The happiness felt while watching the broadcast is in stark contrast to the scene in Vanko's crowded apartment as his father dies.  We are then wisked hundreds of miles above Queens as Stark exits an aircraft and arrives in spectacular fashion at the re imagined Stark Expo in Flushing created by his late father Howard Stark...think E3 but much much grander, Tony's show entrance is highlighted by smoking hot line dancers, fire works and laser light shows.
Tony Stark, the most narcissistic person on earth revels in his mega celebrity status as the crowd around him goes ape shit. But one should never judge a book by it's cover, Stark is slowly dying from the one thing keeping him alive, the Palladium reactor in his chest!
The US government who was one Stark Industries biggest and closest customers now supeona's Stark to hand over the Iron Man tech, but Stark refuses citing that other superpowers and weapons manufacturers like Stark Industries biggest rival Hammer Industries is decades behind the Iron Man tech. And ends the court hearing stating that the tech is his property.
As Starks' condition worsens and his blood toxicity rises he appoints Pepper Potts as CEO of Stark Industries and hires Natalie Rushman (Scarlette Johanssen) to fill Peppers prior position.



Iron Man 2 escalates the action, and doublesthe cast from the first Iron Man movie, Tony Stark finds himself fighting against a multitude of adversaries including himself...at times IM2 seems to be a little over frenetic but never faulters and never looses it's direction unlike Spiderman3.

B-

Red Dead Redemption Launch Trailer

Rockstar looks to have another smoking title coming up in four days, Red Dead Redemption. Anyone a fan of Spagetti Westerns like Pale Rider, The Good The Bad and the Ugly, or Unforgiven will trully appreciate RDR. And those looking for an open world title that has the balls to do something other than modern day environs will be at their local game store at high noon (unless there's a midnight launch).
This is a genre that the gaming industry has overlooked for far too long.
I just hope it's not GTA: Wild West!

Video Games | Red Dead Redemption | Launch Trailer

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V Fruition

TVGuide.com interview with V executive Producer Scott Rosenbaum all but confirms season 2 is a go.

From TV GUIDE. WARNING: SPOILERS. DO *NOT* READ THIS POST IF YOU WANT TO BE
COMPLETELY SURPRISED BY THE UPCOMING EPISODES:In the final three episodes of
ABC's V,
Erica Evans (Elizabeth Mitchell) will face off with the Visitors, starting
with Anna, according to executive producer Scott Rosenbaum. The end of the season will also bring the
birth of a hybrid baby who will be "more alien than human," a brutal attack and
a betrayal.V's lizard baby gets a due date — and a tail

1. There will be more V soldiers: "We will be seeing more
of the soldiers," says Rosenbaum. "Obviously Anna [Morena Baccarin] has a whole clutch of them waiting to be born
to unleash upon the Earth, but it's not going to go as smoothly as Anna planned
it would."
2. There will be alien babies: "You'll see what the baby
looks like in the finale. It's going to be more alien than human. The birth is
going to become a big deal because it's complicated. Also, Anna will have become
aware of the birth, so it will not happen behind her back. The birth will not be
what you expect it to be, I promise you that."
3. There will be big realizations: "Chad [Scott
Wolf] has not seen anything bad about the Vs," notes Rosenbaum. "The fun of
the season is Chad's ultimate realization that he was duped and the
consequences, and that's what we're building to. Anna is going to end up having
a noose around his neck. You should worry about Chad Dekker."Who
will be joining the Fifth Column on V?
4. There will be injuries: "Lisa [Laura Vandervoort] is going to be brutally attacked. It's
going to essentially be an attack by the Fifth Column. The question is: Who
attacked Lisa and why? The answer to that will be a pretty surprising one. It
all falls into this bigger plan that Anna has. If something bad happens, she can
spin it. Lisa's attack will have big consequences for the people on
Earth."
5. There will be a showdown: "Anna and Erica will meet
face-to-face in the second to last episode. Everything is leading to a major
brawl between them. Anna keeps winning, and finally Erica basically says,
'Enough of this, we're taking the fight directly to her and we're going to win.'
That episode is Erica's revenge. She's just had enough and the gloves are
off."
6. There will be deaths: "[The showdown] is an attack on
the Visitors and there will be deaths involved," Rosenbaum continues. "It's an
attack that is completely something Erica has come up with. There will be
casualties on both sides for the Visitors and the Fifth Column in the season
finale."Watch full
episodes of V in our Online Video Guide
7. There will be betrayal: "Lisa is the next in line to be
queen. The question is: Is Lisa becoming human, is she playing our people or is
she setting up a trap for Anna? That's the drama that will play out in the last
three episodes. The audience is not going to know which way she's turning until
the very end."
8. There will be war: "In the season finale, Anna will
essentially take the first shot in the war that's to come," says Rosenbaum,
noting that next season will pick up directly where we'll leave off.

Tonights episode looks good, I'm really looking forward to the Erica-Anna face to face!
http://www.tvguide.com/News/V-Scott-Rosenbaum-1018050.aspx

MVC3: Fate of Two Worlds Premiere Trailer

Seems as though apcom has straightened out the lincensing issues with Marvel and MVC3 is finally coming! Check out the first teaser trailer below. Funny How Iron Man is front and center...what a coincidence concidering Iron Man 2 just hit theaters.

I've read some fans of the frenetic team fighter aren't happy with the style but I like what I see so far, even though I was never big into the MVC series. I did however enjoy the CVS series...

And since Capcom is reuping this franchise what are the chances of seeing a Darkstalkers update using the Street Fighter IV engine!?

V Episode 10: Hearts and Minds

Last nights episode was pretty good, once again the payoff was at the end though....I thought ABC actually cut the bitchslap based on last weeks promo but when it happened it was glorious! I didn't expect the follow on comment from Anna....WHOA! I dedicate Paula Abdul's "cold hearted snake" song to queen Anna! After that there's no doubt in my mind Anna > Diana! It's too bad mothers day falls on Sunday and not Tuesday because next weeks episode is looking like the Motherlode (pun intended) Anna face to face with Erica. The episode really set up an incredible dynamic that is sure to play out brilliantly with Erica (resistance leader) getiing paired up with Agent Malik (V secret agent) in the 5th column special task force! Spy Vs spy!

After Anna's televised announcement she mentioned how they can use fear of 5th column terrorist threats to control the humans and I was really impressed how the writers worked in the 9-11 incident and how many American's felt the government used their fears against them into the show!

Also; this has been nagging me for a few weeks now, what is so dam special about Tyler!?

Street Fighter Legacy Fan Film!

Fortunately I never dropped a dime on either hollywood Street Fighter movie, we all know just how awful they were. Fortunately Joey Ansah, has taken it upon himself do do the Capcom Franchise Justice!

"As an actor, filmmaker and fan, I have been disappointed by the
many diluted, unfaithful and outright butchered movie adaptations of fighting
video games. It was clear to me, that given the way the movie industry worked,
we would never see a super faithful, darker toned and more adult themed (or just
plain good!) incarnation of Street Fighter unless a die-hard director or
filmmaking team with game canon knowledge stepped up to the plate to helm such a
project.So almost a year ago, I began writing script treatments (with my writing
collaborator and great friend Christian Howard, who also plays Ken) and a
production design brief and partnered with Streetlight films before proposing my
concept and vision to Capcom. I'm pleased to say they gave their blessing and
permission for the project to move forward.My team subsequently attracted a
great ensemble to support and execute the project including Owen Trevor (Top
gear director) who co-directed the film with me, Jacqueline Quella my Producer,
Anthony Waye as my exec producer who has senior production credits on over 90
movies including the last eleven 'James Bond' films (Line-producer of the entire
Bond movie franchise), and the renowned post production/VFX house, Prime Focus,
to name but a few.We've all strived to make a beautiful film that hopefully non
fans will really appreciate, but ultimately this is a love letter to the fans
and the brilliance of the game. As a result, I've gone to every length to be as
faithful as possible down to the smallest details of the costume, the
choreography, the narrative, the original music themes and, of course, the
special moves!After almost a year of blood, sweat, lots of favors, enthusiasm
and love, we are ready to release 'StreetFighter: Legacy' to the people who
deserve it most.......the fans.Enjoy the two teaser trailers, and look out for
the short film to be online on Thursday along with a series of making of
featurettes.Joey Ansah "

'Street Fighter-Legacy' a Streetlight Films production, co-directed by Joey Ansah and Owen Trevor, produced by Jacqueline Quella and stars Jon Foo as Ryu and Christian Howard as Ken.'StreetFighter-Legacy' a liveaction short film fan project, based on the popular Capcom gaming franchise: Street Fighter. Officially endorsed by CapcomStreetFighter Legacy has been a labour of love and passion project for its creator, Joey Ansah, who not only conceived and pitched the project, but also co-directed, co-wrote and choreographed it, alongside cameo'ing in the film. Collaborating, creative partner and long time friend Christian Howard was part of the project from day one, co-writing the script and story elements, as well as further down the line, storyboarding the film, being assistant fight choreographer and most importantly playing Ken Masters. Streetlight repped Australian Director Owen Trevor came onboard to co-direct the film. His experience and style carried forward from shooting on 3 series of the acclaimed 'Top Gear' have really been an asset to the project and given it a strong visual flair.Promotional Photography by Theo Chalmers : www.theochalmers.comRelated Websites:http://www.joeyansah.com/http://www.lankyboy.com/ (Owen Trevor: Co-Director)http://www.streetlightfilms.co.uk/http://www.christianhoward.co.uk/http://www.jonfoo.co.uk/http://www.nigelalbermaniche.co.uk/http://www.myspace.com/theechorebellion (patrick Gill composer)

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Game Review: Super Street Fighter IV

The Street Fighter series is notorious for version updates...
Street Fighter II: World Warriors-> SFII Champion Edition->SFII Turbo: Hyper Fighting->Super Street Fighter II: The New Challengers -> Super Street Fighter II Turbo
With each of those revisions to the SFII series we got a few game play tweaks or roster updates.
With the success of Street Fighter IV it was only a matter of time before we got an  update. Unlike previous version updates this one's a doozy! 10 "new" characters, 5 new stages, 3 new modes, the return of bonus stages and the replay channel, a second Ultra for all characters, new alt outfits for the entire roster!
You'll notice I put new in parenthesis  in regards to the 10 new characters in actuality only 2 are totally new.

Juri: an agent of S.I.N. Korean taekwondo practitioner, who lost her parents and one eye to Shadaloo. Her damaged left eye is replaced by SIN tech (Feng Shui Engine).

Hakan is a Turkish oil wrestler who enters the tournament to prove his fighting style is the best....meh.

Guy: Returns from SFA  and FF

Cody: Returns from SFA and FF

Dudley: Returns from SFIII

Makoto: Returns from SFIII

Ibuki: Returns from SFIII

Dee Jay: Returns from SSFII and SFA










T-Hawk: Returns from SSFII and SFA

Adon: Return's from SF1 and SFA











The new stages are a VERY welcome addition as the few we got with the original were adequate but I'm one of those who thinks every character needs to have their own distinctive stage.
The new modes are great Endless being my favorite as I can now play against all my friends from Capcom Unity, I also like the revamped Tournament Mode, I will probably never get to a real Street Fighter Tournament so this will do.
I'm a creature of habit and when I discovered the bonus stages weren't in the single player mode of Street Fighter IV it bugged me, the bonus stages are an integral part of what makes Street Fighter, Street Fighter.
This is an amazing update to an already great game....absolutely worth the price!

9/10

Cub Scouts of America offer video game badges now!

Boyscout Pin Achieved! Pitched a tent
Boyscout Pin Achieved! Started a fire using only 2 sticks
Boyscout Pin Achieved! Kill 6 enemies in a row using a thermal weapon in Single Player or Special Ops.

WHAAwhat?! This ain't your gran papies scouts, this is the 21st century scouts and they're ready to brave the wilds of Nature and the Hardcore world of Video Games!
I'm so getting these pins for my son, C'mon Ry lets pwn some noobs in HTDM! yeah 25 killstreak...tactical nuke troop 402!!!!!








BELT LOOP
Complete these three requirements:
1. Explain why it is important to have a rating system for video games. Check your video games to be sure they are right for your age.


2. With an adult, create a schedule for you to do things that includes your chores, homework, and video gaming. Do your best to follow this schedule.


3. Learn to play a new video game that is approved by your parent, guardian, or teacher.



ACADEMICS PIN
Earn the Video Games belt loop and complete five of the following requirements:
1. With your parents, create a plan to buy a video game that is right for your age group.


2. Compare two game systems (for example, Microsoft Xbox, Sony PlayStation, Nintendo Wii, and so on). Explain some of the differences between the two. List good reasons to purchase or use a game system.


3. Play a video game with family members in a family tournament.


4. Teach an adult or a friend how to play a video game.


5. List at least five tips that would help someone who was learning how to play your favorite video game.


6. Play an appropriate video game with a friend for one hour.


7. Play a video game that will help you practice your math, spelling, or another skill that helps you in your schoolwork.


8. Choose a game you might like to purchase. Compare the price for this game at three different stores. Decide which store has the best deal. In your decision, be sure to consider things like the store return policy and manufacturer's warranty.


9. With an adult's supervision, install a gaming system.



http://scitech.blogs.cnn.com/2010/04/28/cub-scouts-to-offer-video-gaming-pin/?hpt=T2

V: Episode 9 Heretic's Fork

Last nights episode could've been so much better than it was in my opinion, the V soldier was a huge let down, the fight with Ryan was filmed so erraticly that it was painful to watch, Valerie's reaction to seeing the V's true form was totally botched, I mean c'mon, no woman seeing that would dismiss it that non chalantly. Yeah she leaves him and no longer trusts him but I think if I found out I had sex with and alien unknowingly and now have some freaky lizard hybrid fetus in me growing I'd be a little more upset beyond "I don't trust you".
The highlight of the episode for me is the Tyler / Lisa relationship, without seeing the preview of next weeks episode I originally thought that Lisa was playing the hard to catch game with Tyler when she told him he shouldn't join the live aboard program, knowing that Tyler would automatically blame his mother for her saying that. Which he did. But then again we know Lisa failed the emotion test, so she clearly has feelings for Tyler...either way it unfolds that relationship has my attention! After seeing the preview for next week I forsee an intergalactic PTA throw down between Anna and Erica...Mom Vs Mom!
Another huge issue I have is Valerie was injected with R6....so they can track her, Father Jack was also injected with R6 unknowingly.. so why wasn't a red flag raised when Anna was informed where Valerie was hiding out that Father Jack's signal shows up at the Thompsons ranch...where the V soldier made visual contact with ALL of them!
I was on the fence with Hobbes, but after last nights episode I'm starting to really like this character, he's a great contrast to Father Jack in my opinion.
And it's almost insultingly obvious Chad Decker has been "converted".
Last weeks episode was great and next weeks episode looks promising, with Anna confronting her daughter about her "grasp of human emotion".

Gotta love them old people! Check this out, Mohr Keet, 96, jumped off the Bloukrans Bridge South Africa at 216 meters (709 feet) high on April 6.

I hope he brought an extra pair of depends....

Congrats Mr Keet your balls may be old and wrinkley but yours are bigger than mine...you crazy old fart!