Anthony Stewart Head, best-known as Giles from Buffy the Vampire Slayer, has died at age 72 from complications brought about by pneumonia. The versatile actor played a number of roles, appearing in such shows as Ted Lasso and Doctor Who.
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RIP, Chuck Norris and Nicholas Brendon
March 20 saw the passing of Chuck Norris, action hero, martial artist, and early twentieth-century meme. He was 86.
Nicholas Brendon, best-known as Xander from Buffy the Vampire Slayer died at 54, from a heart attack. Brendon had a history of heart problems, and his post-Buffy life was marked by struggles with substance abuse.
Ace Frehley, Rock in Peace
Ace Frehley (Paul Daniel Frehley), the original lead guitarist, occasional songwriter, and space-man for the band Kiss, is dead at the age of 74.Frehley played with the band from its inception in 1973 until 1982, and then again during their 1990s revival. After he left the second time, they recruited a new “Ace” with the same make-up, because his extraterrestrial image had become integral to the band.
Toronto Fan Expo 2025
I returned after a few years to the creative chaos that is Toronto Fan Expo, but only for one day….
Superman (2025)
We went to the drive-in on a perfect summer night, which is always an experience in and of itself. They lean into the retro, the graphics pure 1957 and ambient music pre-1980. We watched kids clamber in the playland under the screen, and the sun set in the sky to our left, just before the projector started. Trailers included one for the 50th Anniversary return of Jaws to the big screen. I might have to see that.
We came, of course, for Superman, another piece of the past fighting to remain part of the culture.
Free Comic Book Day, 2025
Free Comic Book Day came and went. What were your picks?
Happy 2025!
Movie Review: My Old Ass (2024)
One of the most-streamed movies of autumn 2024 is a comparatively understated coming-of-age film with an SF/Fantasy premise. It also features Aubrey Plaza, and, despite positive reviews, has ignited a side-controversy.
TV Review: The Penguin (Season One)
The first tie-in with The Batman shows that DC can create an interesting cinematic universe, at least when it involves Gotham City.