Game Of Thrones Product Showcase Event photos

Last week i was invited to an event to cover an Product Showcase from The Game Of Thrones. i took as much pictures as incan as isedn pretty cool products such as cosplay items, figures, props from the show and more merchandise. 

  
                  
   
                 

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Quick Movie Review: The Overnight

The Overnight is an American comedy film written and directed by Patrick Brice. i had the chance to see the movie as I was invited to a press screening and i will say that i enjoyed the film. I will give the details on the review. 

  

Cast: 

  • Judith Godrèche as Charlotte
  • R.J. Hermes as RJ
  • Max Moritt as Max
  • Taylor Schilling as Emily
  • Jason Schwartzman as Kurt
  • Adam Scott as Alex


The Overnight takes place over one adventurous night in the lives of Alex (Adam Scott) and Emily (Taylor Schilling), a couple who have recently relocated to Los Angeles with their young son. Uncertain if they’ll be able to make new friends, they happily accept a dinner invite from Kurt (Jason Schwartzman), a fellow parent they meet at the park. Upon arriving for dinner, Alex, Emily, and their son instantly hit it off with Kurt, his glamorous French wife Charlotte (Judith Godrèche), and their son. Entranced by the couple’s carefree spirit and their beautiful LA mansion, Alex and Emily go along with Kurt and Charlotte’s fun yet increasingly questionable and uncomfortable activities that kick off as soon as the kids are lulled to bed.

Even though the story’s crack at the sexual frustration of thirtysomething parents is a bit clumsy, the humor is on point and the film is more than worthwhile as a mere showcase for this perfectly balanced cast, who are totally game to push their uncomfortable scenes to the limits in order to achieve some genuinely surprising and sidesplitting moments. As the magnetic and magnanimous Kurt, Schwartzman fires on all comedic cylinders, never losing an ounce of charm through every twist and turn his character takes. Godrèche is absolutely alluring and holds her own amongst her seasoned comic castmates, whom have all proven their comedic talents on the small screen — Scott with Parks and Recreation, Schilling with Orange is the New Black, and Schwartzman with Bored to Death. Anchoring the picture are Scott and Schilling, who have great onscreen chemistry and play off Schwartzman and Godrèche equally as well as they are paired off in different combinations throughout the night.

The Overnight fits in well with executive producers Mark and Jay Duplass’ mumblecore catalogue (which includes Brice’s directorial debut, Creep). What gives this film an edge and a chance to garner a wider audience is the star power it has and its easily digestible, almost episodic feel (and runtime — 80 min.) that Netflix scrollers and binge watchers will find hard resist.


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Mezco Reveals Mortal Kombat X  Series 2 Figures

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Mezco Reveals Mortal Kombat X Series 2 Figures

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New York- Mortal Kombat is one of the most successful and influential video game franchises ever created. Having celebrated over two decades of success and with nine games in its legacy and an all new next gen platform game being released on Tuesday 4/14, the Mortal Kombat brand is a top rated and earning game brand that is a fan favorite. With gamer anticipation at a record high, millions of units of the game have already been pre-sold. 

Amidst this whirlwind of excitement and anticipation, Mezco reveals their Mortal Kombat X Series 2 action figures. 

To ensure a game accurate likeness, correct to the finest detail, Mezco’s award-winning design team has digitally sculpted the figures using the digital files from the game developers themselves. 

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Mezco’s 6inch scale version features more than 17 points of articulation, many with ball joints, allowing them to recreate all the moves and poses that have made them part of gaming legend.

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Series 2 features:

Kitana: 10,000 years old, but considered young in her realm of Edenia, she rose to great importance; first as the loyal stepdaughter of Shao Kahn, then as his enemy, tearing herself away from his grasp and freeing her home realm of Edenia. She also led an army into Outworld to combat any chance of Shao Kahn rising to power again. Kitana comes with game specific accessories. 

Kotal Kahn: A new character in Mortal Kombat X. A general under Shao Kahn’s command, he is of the Osh-Tekk race. He then served under Empress Mileena after the death of Shao Kahn. Eventually Kotal seized control of the throne and Outworld. Now, he faces Mileena and Reiko in a civil war for Outworld. Kotal Kahn comes with game specific accessories. 

Quan Chi: The most powerful sorcerer and necromancer in the Netherrealm. Quan Chi combines both cunning and brute force in his never-ending plots to overtake not only Earthrealm, but all of reality. He is an opportunist and will ally himself with anyone who can help him further his own goals. He is notable in particular for his ruthlessness and pragmatism. His manipulative and deceptive nature has earned him many enemies, including Sub-Zero and Scorpion, whose entire family and clan he destroyed. Quan Chi comes with game specific accessories. 

Each figure comes in a sturdy package perfect for display.

Mezco’s Mortal Kombat X Series 2 Figures battle on store shelves beginning November 2015.

Pre-order yours here:

http://www.mezcotoyz.com/mortal-kombat-x-series-2-set-of-3
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UK Publisher TPub Titles Coming to Book Markets Worldwide

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UK Publisher TPub Titles Coming to Book Markets Worldwide

(BALTIMORE, Maryland) — (April 8, 2015) —Diamond is pleased to announce a new distribution agreement with British comic book and graphic novel publisher TPub, expanding Diamond’s abilities to distribute TPub’s titles worldwide into comic book specialty markets, gaming and hobby markets, as well as book markets through Diamond Book Distributors. TPub’s publications will be solicited in Diamond’s monthly PREVIEWS catalog where comic book and thriller fans can pre-order TPub graphic novels.

TPub caters to the thrill seeking crowd. Their stories are filled with suspense, terror, mystery and a hint of humor to keep readers on the edge of their seats. Since their beginnings in 2011, TPub’s collections of graphic novels were only available to purchase in the UK or online. The agreement with Diamond will allow comic book shops and book stores to have the opportunity to carry TPub’s titles, expanding reach and audience engagement.

“We are pleased to build on our original agreement with TPub and have the opportunity to offer their titles into new outlets through Diamond Book Distributors,” said Diamond’s Vice President of Purchasing, John Wurzer. “Through our combined efforts, Diamond hopes to bring TPub new success within the industry, increasing audience awareness and continued demand for their printed works.”

“We’re very excited to be expanding our agreement with Diamond to include the bookstore market,” said Head of TPub Operations Ryan O’Sullivan. “As creators of graphic novels exclusively, selling our books to bookstores, libraries, and schools was an obvious next step for us as a publishing house. Our goal at TPub has always been to get even more people reading comics, and with the increased reach we now have through Diamond, we’re ready to do just that.”

The top titles TPub produces includes the Twisted Dark series and the graphic novels Tortured Life and Tabatha. In 2016, TPub will be breaking into new genres to include titles containing super heroes, dramatic titles and autobiography works for younger readers. 

Customers looking to pre-order TPub Publisher titles should contact their local retailer, or find a comic shop near them at www.comicshoplocator.com. New retailers interested in purchasing TPub’s titles are encouraged to contact Diamond’s New Accounts Department at newaccounts@diamondcomics.com or via phone at 443-318-8001.

Strawberry Shortcake – 35th Anniversary! *Press Release*

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STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE™ TURNS 35 AND CELEBRATES COAST TO COAST
THE PARTY KICKS OFF AT NEW YORK FASHION WEEK, TOY FAIR & THE OSCARS
New York – February 16, 2015 – AG Properties (AGP), the intellectual property and outbound licensing division of American Greetings Corporation, is pulling out all the stops for a yearlong 35th birthday celebration honoring one of their sweetest characters, Strawberry Shortcake™. The birthday bash kicks off this month with a fun-filled week of stylish parties, events and high fashion adventures from New York City to Los Angeles.
“We are excited to share this milestone with the generations of fans who have grown up with Strawberry Shortcake and her friends and are now introducing them to their children and grandchildren,” said Janice Ross, Vice President of Brand Marketing and Public Relations for AGP.  “This year will be an adventure that will connect fans to Strawberry Shortcake through in-person events and special brand activations as we celebrate her milestone birthday and build excitement about the future.”
A SNAPSHOT OF THE FESTIVITIES:

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112th New York International Toy Fair
Official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Character Parade – Saturday, February 14
Strawberry Shortcake will be on hand to open the annual New York Toy Fair.

35th Birthday Media Preview – Monday, February 17
Strawberry is honored at a fancy fete in master toy partner The Bridge Direct’s booth #2051. Media will preview her fall 2015 toy line, new stylish greeting cards debuting this year at Papyrus stores nationwide and the latest Fox Home Entertainment February 10 release Snowberry Days.

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Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week
AMCONYC & StylingOn Runway Show and Pop-Up Shop – Sunday, February 15
Strawberry Shortcake joins an exclusive invitee list of fashion-forward celebrities, stylists, local entrepreneurs and influencers for a chic rooftop affair to unveil her stunning new Bella Pilar greeting card line with Papyrus, available spring 2015.
Strawberry Shortcake Birthday Celebration

Mercedes-Benz Official Launch Party – Monday, February 16
Strawberry Shortcake will step out in sophisticated style to continue showing off her Papyrus greeting card line to fashion celebrities, industry insiders and innovative talent.

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87th Annual Oscars
Oscar Preview Luxury Suite – Thursday, February 19 to Saturday, February 21
Strawberry Shortcake heads cross country to “Tinsel Town” to hobnob with A-List celebrities at the TMG Oscar Preview Luxury Suite where she will commemorate the occasion by sharing birthday cake with the stars.

IMG_0287About American Greetings Corporation
For more than 100 years, American Greetings Corporation has been a creator and manufacturer of innovative social expression products that assist consumers in enhancing their relationships to create happiness, laughter and love.  The Company’s major greeting card lines are American Greetings, Carlton Cards, Gibson, Recycled Paper Greetings and Papyrus, and other paper product offerings include DesignWare party goods and American Greetings and Plus Mark gift-wrap and boxed cards.  American Greetings also has one of the largest collections of greetings on the Web, including greeting cards available at Cardstore.com and electronic greeting cards available at www.AmericanGreetings.com.  In addition to its product lines, American Greetings also creates and licenses popular character brands through the AG Properties group.  Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, American Greetings generates annual revenue of approximately $2 billion, and its products can be found in retail outlets worldwide.  For more information on the Company, visit http://corporate.americangreetings.com.

About AG Properties
AG Properties (AGP) is the intellectual property and outbound licensing division of American Greetings Corporation.  Built upon the successful re-launches of Care Bears™ and Strawberry Shortcake™ licensed products, AGP develops multi-platform campaigns for its properties through digital media, entertainment, marketing and merchandising.  In addition to Care Bears and Strawberry Shortcake, AGP’s active classic brands include Holly Hobbie™ and Madballs™, as well as new properties Boofle™, Packages from Planet X™ and Twisted Whiskers™.  Children can experience AGP online at
www.agkidzone.com. For more information on AGP, visit www.agpbrands.com.
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Find Strawberry Shortcake on Facebook: www.facebook.com/StrawberryShortcake
See Strawberry Shortcake on YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/StrawberryAGP
Follow Strawberry Shortcake on Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/StrawberryAGP

Mezco Joins Forces With Gigantor

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New York- He’s made of steel, has a rocket-powered backpack, a pointy nose, eyes that never move, and incredible strength. He is Gigantor, and he is the latest addition to the Mezco Toyz lineup.  

Originally developed as a weapon of war, Gigantor was later reprogrammed to act as a guardian of peace. Gigantor battles crime around the world, and clashes with the many villains who are always trying to steal or undermine the forces of good.

Since his American debut in 1964 he has captured the hearts and minds of every child who wished they could control a giant flying robot to fight evil.

Few characters have a half century of staying power, but Gigantor has proven himself to be bigger, faster, and stronger than the rest. Over the last five decades his popularity has grown exponentially but a dearth of product has left fans ravenous for new merchandise. Now, during his 50th anniversary in the US, Mezco Toyz will be releasing the Gigantor collectibles fans have been clamoring for.

Look for Mezco’s Gigantor products to hit stores in the 3rd quarter of 2015.

 

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SETH MEYERS WELCOMES BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS, JANUARY 20TH, ON “LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS”!

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New York, NY – January 19th, 2015 – Marvel is excited to announce that on Tuesday, January 20th, Eisner Award winning comic book writer, Brian Michael Bendis, will make his “Late Night” debut to discuss the upcoming PlayStation original series, “Powers” from Sony Pictures Television. Inspired by Bendis’ graphic novel series of the same name, “Powers” is an edgy dramatic series that follows the lives of two homicide detectives, Christian Walker (Sharlto Copley) and Deena Pilgrim (Susan Heyward), who are assigned to investigate cases involving people with extraordinary abilities, referred to as “Powers.”

 Brian Michael Bendis’ appearance on “Late Night with Seth Meyers” will air onTuesday, January 20th, at 12:35AM/11:35c on NBC.

“Late Night with Seth Meyers” is home to A-list celebrity guests, memorable comedy and topical monologue jokes. It is hosted by Emmy Award-winning writer and one of the 2014 TIME 100, Time magazine’s 100 most influential people, Seth Meyers. Previously, Meyers served as head writer on “Saturday Night Live” and anchor on the show’s wildly popular “Weekend Update.”

From Universal Television and Broadway Video, “Late Night with Seth Meyers” is executive produced by Lorne Michaels (“The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” “Saturday Night Live”) and produced by Michael Shoemaker (“Late Night with Jimmy Fallon,” “Saturday Night Live”).

For breaking news and updated videos follow “Late Night with Seth Meyers” on Facebook and on Twitter(@LateNightSeth) and follow Seth Meyers (@sethmeyers) on Twitter.™

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Follow Powers the Series on Facebook at www.facebook.com/powerstheseries and twitter at@Powerstheseries with #PowersonPS.