I can’t help singing that old Walter Egan song, Magnet And Steel, as I look at these amazing cosplay photos of Jessica Nigri as Magneto, the X-Men’s number one enemy. If you are not familiar with Jessica Nigri’s work, prepare to be stunned.
As usual, she is amazing and the photography is out of this world. Magneto has never looked so sleek and sexy. These photos were done by Larry Alan Photography, who absolutely rocks.
Dawn Of The Planet Of The Apes will be hitting theaters next week, so we are all eager to see more of this world after the first installment. You might say we are going ape over it. To satisfy our Simian craving until then, we have some concept art from this movie as well as Rise of the Planet of the Apes.
These fantastic images come from a new art book that chronicles the design of both movies. It is titled Rise of the Planet of the Apes and Dawn of the Planet of the Apes: The Art of the Films. The book is full of the production photography and concept art behind both films. It is a must buy for hardcore fans of the movies.
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Is there anything that ORBOT can not do? Watch this CGI short from Giovanni Bocchi and find out. This impressive short looks absolutely smashing and although ORBOT has a simple design, it is amazing how much personality Giovanni was able to give it as the robot overcomes one obstacle after another. Now my only question is, where can I buy one?
Welcome to the ORBOT System 1.0: the perfect way by which you can improve your life.
Orbot’s artificial intelligence is limited, but it is able to learn very quickly from the experience and to rework information to overcome obstacles never met before.Its versatility combined with its learning ability makes it a perfect all-rounder machine used in a variety of non-industrial occupations. The various gadgets available are sold separately in order to customize your device according to your practical needs. Its power is provided by a set of nuclear cells and their continuous operation is guaranteed for life.
WARNING: Orbot does not have a soul.
This fun infographic shows the dual Superhero identities of actors and which heroes they have played. Do we like to see the same actors over and over again? Are the actors really that good? Are we lazy about casting? Well, I don’t have all of the answers, but I can provide you with this handy infographic from Philippines based artist Carl Corilla.
It lets us know which actors are Superhero greedy. Or maybe they are just awesome actors that rock at playing awesome Superheros. You’ll have to decide for yourself. We have Chris Evans, Ryan Reynolds, Halle Berry, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Ben Affleck.
Artist Bryan Wynia has revealed some stunning creature concept art for Disney’s fantasy movie Maleficent. You have to love the level of detail that can be seen here.
At first glance you don’t know if you are looking at a model or art, but you do know that these creatures are intense and in your face. These creatures are alive and breathing before your eyes. Make sure that you check out the creatures featurette as well, to see them all in action.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W0p9VseEwi0
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I’m a sucker for the original V mini-series. Both of them. The weekly TV show that they tried to launch after? Not so much. The rebooted version? Don’t even get me started. V and V: The Final Battle are among my favorite Sci-Fi series. And I just love this digital art based on the series.
These pieces were done by Deviantart user flavioluccisano and they just blow my mind, capturing the flavor and style of the series perfectly. He needs to do a Visitors comic book so I can just give him my money every month in exchange for more amazing art.
Etsy seller 7CardinalSins creates some really nice custom action figures. Among the best are these fantastic Doctor Who custom figures. In his shop you will find the very nicely detailed TARDIS console seen here, the second Doctor, Omega, a Rutan(Enemy of the mighty Sontarans), a Silurian and even the 10th Doctor done up in the Simpsons style.
They hit all of the right details and would look amazing with all of your other figures. In fact, they might make some of your other figures look a bit shabby. Omega and the Silurian look especially awesome. Just throw your money at them quick before they disappear.
Check out this vintage photo from the set of The Empire Strikes Back via @mccrabb_will. The caption reads “Good times on Hoth.” Just look at those smiles. These three must know that they are making film history. In the process, they are obviously having a good time.
Carrie Fisher has her hair down and is all smiles. Who doesn’t like seeing old set photos from the old Star Wars films? This picture is proof that it was a magical time behind the scenes as well as in front of the camera.
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The Gremlins are back and they are up to their old tricks. Empire Magazine released a sneak peek photo from their Gremlins reunion photo shoot. It looks like the usual crazy wild kind of party that Gremlins are known for. I hope everyone is alright after that. I don’t know about you, but I have missed all of the chaos that these critters cause.
As a kid watching this movie, I found it both fun and slightly terrifying. An odd, but winning combination. Please, please, please, make another movie. We need more Gremins in our lives.
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The subject matter tackled by John Carpenter’s They Live is even more relevant today then it was in 1988. Don’t believe me? Go watch it again. Then look around you. So the timing seems perfect for artists Stephen Zeigler and Calder Greenwood to give downtown residents of Los Angeles a living installation inspired by the classic film.
They influence our decisions without us knowing it. They numb our senses without us feeling it. They control our lives without us realizing it. THEY LIVE.
A rugged loner (RODDY PIPER) stumbles upon a terrifying discovery: ghoulish creatures are masquerading as humans while they lull the public into submission through subliminal advertising messages. Only specially made sunglasses make the deadly truth visible.
Residents of LA got to see things as if through Roddy Piper’s sunglasses. The normally hidden OBEY, CONSUME and SLEEP signs were in full view. And so was an actor dressed as an alien in a business suit.
via LA Taco
