Nerdist has exclusively revealed the first artwork for a new Masters of the Universe comic miniseries from Dark Horse Comics, titled "Masters of the Universe: The Sword of Flaws."

Key details from the article include:

• Creative Team: The series is written by veteran MOTU writer Tim Seeley, with art by Eddie Nunez, colors by Brad Simpson, and lettering by AndWorld Design. The main cover is by horror legend Kelley Jones, with a variant cover by Frazetta Girls (Frank Frazetta's granddaughter Sara and great-granddaughter Holly).
• Premise: The story centers on He-Man wielding a new, flawed Sword of Power that is actively draining his life force. To find a cure, he must embark on a perilous journey into the depths of Subternia. Meanwhile, Skeletor is aware of this weakness and aims to exploit it. The series will explore themes of He-Man's vulnerability, mortality, and what defines him as a hero beyond just his physical strength.
• Artwork Revealed: The article showcases Kelley Jones's main cover, which depicts a more gaunt and struggling He-Man. It also features the Frazetta Girls' variant cover, described as having a classic fantasy feel, and some of Eddie Nunez's dynamic interior artwork.
• Release Date: The first issue of "Masters of the Universe: The Sword of Flaws" is scheduled for release on July 3, 2024.

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The Nerdist article provides an exclusive first look at "Ballerina," the upcoming spinoff film set in the John Wick universe, starring Ana de Armas as the protagonist, Rooney.

Key takeaways from the article:

1. Protagonist and Premise: Ana de Armas plays Rooney, a ballerina-assassin trained by the Ruska Roma (first seen in John Wick: Chapter 3). She is on a mission to hunt down the murderers of her family.
2. Exclusive Images: The article features two exclusive images: one of Ana de Armas in a classic ballerina pose, and another showing her alongside Keanu Reeves' John Wick.
3. Timeline: The film is set between the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum and John Wick: Chapter 4.
4. Returning John Wick Characters:

• Keanu Reeves will appear as John Wick (described by producer Erica Lee as "a cameo").
• Ian McShane returns as Winston Scott, manager of The Continental.
• Anjelica Huston reprises her role as The Director, head of the Ruska Roma, who acts as Rooney's "protector, and surrogate mother, and mentor."
• The late Lance Reddick will appear as Charon in "at least one scene," marking one of his final performances.

1. New Cast Members: Gabriel Byrne, Catalina Sandino Moreno, and Norman Reedus (whose character is described as "mysterious" and has a dog) join the cast.
2. Director and Stunts: The film is directed by Len Wiseman. Producer Erica Lee highlights that Ana de Armas performed "most of her own stunt work."
3. Different Perspective: The film aims to offer a different perspective on the John Wick world through Rooney's unique journey and experiences.
4. Release Date: "Ballerina" is scheduled for release on June 7, 2024.

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The Nerdist article reports that Nathan Fillion revealed he is basing his upcoming live-action portrayal of Guy Gardner/Green Lantern in James Gunn's

Speaking on Michael Rosenbaum's "Inside of You" podcast, Fillion explained he's aiming for Dorothy's "put-upon," "exasperated," "eye-rolling," and "no-nonsense" comedic style, seeing her as a funny "straight man" rather than just a hothead, which is how Guy Gardner is often depicted.

Interestingly, Fillion also shared that he previously based his voice performances of Superman in animated projects on all four Golden Girls, drawing on Sophia's crustiness and wisdom, Rose's naivety and sweetness, Blanche's rascal nature, and Dorothy's role as the straight man trying to make sense of it all. He felt this approach gave Superman more dimension than simply being "a good guy."

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The Nerdist article discusses an emotional "legacy video" Chris Hemsworth posted on Instagram, reflecting on his journey as Thor in the MCU. The video, described as giving "all the feels," traces Hemsworth's experience from his initial auditions (where he nearly lost the role to his brother Liam) through Thor's significant character evolution.

Key takeaways from the article include:

• Emotional Reflection: The video is a poignant look back at Hemsworth's tenure as Thor.
• Character Transformation: It highlights how Thor changed, especially becoming funnier and more beloved with Thor: Ragnarok under Taika Waititi, moving away from his more stoic early portrayals.
• Audition Story: It revisits the well-known story of almost losing the role and how he eventually secured it.
• Iconic Moments: The video includes behind-the-scenes footage and memorable clips, including a reference to the powerful "Doomsday" (often called "Portals") theme from Avengers: Endgame.
• Farewell Tone?: While not explicitly a farewell, the article notes the video has a reflective, valedictory feel, celebrating Hemsworth's significant impact and legacy as the God of Thunder.

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1. Lead and Showrunner: Paul Bettany is expected to reprise his role as Vision. Terry Matalas, acclaimed for his work on Star Trek: Picard season 3 and 12 Monkeys, is reportedly set to be the showrunner.
2. Premise: The series is anticipated to pick up after the events of WandaVision. It will likely focus on White Vision (who flew off at the end of WandaVision after having the original Vision's memories unlocked within him) as he potentially attempts to regain more of his memories, emotions, and humanity. This could involve a journey of self-discovery.
3. Comic Inspiration: The "Vision Quest" title directly references a famous 1980s comic storyline where Vision is dismantled and rebuilt without his human emotions, leading him on a quest to understand his identity.
4. Timeline & Development: While Marvel Studios hasn't officially announced the series, reports suggest a writers' room was planned to convene in 2024, with a potential release window around 2026.
5. Potential Connections: The show will naturally follow on from WandaVision and could explore what happened to White Vision after he departed Westview. It might also set up Vision's future role in the wider MCU, potentially in upcoming Avengers films. The return of other WandaVision characters is speculative.
6. Themes: The series is expected to delve into themes of identity, memory, grief, and what it truly means to be human, especially for a synthezoid like Vision.

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Colin Trevorrow, known for directing the Jurassic World trilogy, is set to direct an untitled Area 51 thriller. The film will be produced by Ryan Reynolds' production company, Maximum Effort, alongside Skydance.

The project is based on an original idea by Trevorrow himself, and the screenplay will be written by Daniel Casey, who previously collaborated with Trevorrow on Jurassic World: Dominion and also wrote F9.

Details about the plot are currently under wraps, and the film is in early development with no release date announced yet. The article also clarifies that this is a new Area 51 project and not the one previously reported to be in development with Reid Carolin and Channing Tatum.

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Iconic filmmaker David Lynch, along with his wife Emily Stofle, is auctioning off a vast collection of personal items and memorabilia from his celebrated career. Hosted by Propstore Auction, the event, titled "David Lynch: A Private Collection," will feature over 500 lots.

The auction includes a wide array of items, from props and costumes from his famous works like Twin Peaks (e.g., Laura Palmer's prom photo, Dale Cooper's trench coat, Sheriff Truman's jacket), Dune (e.g., Fremen stillsuit crysknife, Baron Harkonnen's prop head), Blue Velvet (e.g., Dorothy Vallens' blue velvet robe), Wild at Heart, Lost Highway, and Mulholland Drive.

Beyond film memorabilia, the auction also features Lynch's personal artwork (paintings, drawings), furniture, clothing, cameras, electronics, musical instruments (like a Moog synthesizer), and even his director's chair. This offers fans a deeply personal glimpse into Lynch's life and creative process.

Bidding for "David Lynch: A Private Collection" opens on July 18th, with the live auction scheduled for August 14th. Fans can browse the catalog online for a chance to own a piece of the enigmatic director's legacy.

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The Nerdist article reports on an allegation, detailed in Byron Tau's new book "Means of Control," that the CIA created and operated a fake Star Wars fan website in the early 2010s.

This website, complete with a discussion forum, was designed to look like a harmless Star Wars role-playing fan community. However, its real purpose was to serve as a covert communication channel for CIA operatives to exchange hidden, encrypted messages with their informants, particularly in sensitive locations like Iran and China.

Informants would post seemingly innocuous messages on the forum, which actually contained the secret communications. The choice of a Star Wars theme was intended to make the site appear inconspicuous and blend in online, avoiding suspicion. The article notes this was part of a broader CIA strategy at the time, which also involved using other types of fake websites (news, health, weather) for similar covert communication purposes.

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