Monthly Archives: February 2012

Blog #72: Toy Review: Transformers Movie Trilogy Series Optimus Prime w/Trailer

Posted on February 28, 2012 by

Picked this up at TRU today. The box essentially uses Dark of the Moon style graphics, but the “Transformers: Dark of the Moon” logo has been replaced by the generic “Transformers” that is used for the other 2012 product.  The … Continue reading →

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Blog #71: 2012 Oscar Picks!

Posted on February 25, 2012 by

This Sunday is Hollywood’s biggest night, so ere are my picks for Sunday’s Oscars.  And, just because I can’t help it, I’m also including whom I really would have voted for if the nominations were better.  I’ve skipped the animated … Continue reading →

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Blog #70: Dan Gilvezan Book Signing and Other Transformers Stuff

Posted on February 23, 2012 by

Just got a few Transformers related items today. Dan Gilvezan Book Signing Dan Gilvezan (Bumblebee from the original Transformers cartoon series) is doing a book signing on Saturday, February 25th at 6:00 PM at Big Kids Toys & Collectibles in … Continue reading →

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Blog #69: Movie Review: Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance

Posted on February 21, 2012 by

I have been eagerly awaiting this movie, and for the most part, I wasn’t disappointed.  Nicolas Cage was his usual quirky self as Johnny Blaze, AKA Ghost Rider.  The rest of the principal cast included Idris Elba (Heimdall in Thor), … Continue reading →

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Blog #68: Movie Review: Journey 2: The Mysterious Island

Posted on February 19, 2012 by

First off, if you read my 2012 Movie Preview Blog, then you’ll recall that I was pretty annoyed that they were going to make this a sequel.  However, I haven’t seen Journey to the Center of the Earth since it … Continue reading →

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Blog #67: Movie Review: Safe House

Posted on February 19, 2012 by

I really liked Safe House, and it answered a question I’ve been asking myself since Green Lantern.  Can Ryan Reynolds actually act?  The answer is a resounding, albeit surprising, yes.  Believe me, I’m just as shocked as you are. Spoilers … Continue reading →

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Blog #66: Movie Review: Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace 3D

Posted on February 19, 2012 by

While I love the Star Wars movies, I am by no means a hardcore Star Wars fan (I have always preferred Star Trek).  Perhaps I’m less attached to the original, and that’s why I really like this movie far more … Continue reading →

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Blog #65: Red Sox News: Tim Wakefield Retires

Posted on February 18, 2012 by

Today pitcher Tim Wakefield announced his retirement after seventeen seasons with the Boston Red Sox. The team extended Wakefield an invitation to Spring Training, but would not guarantee him a roster spot.  Immediately, I thought back to 1990, when the … Continue reading →

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Blog #64: Toy Reviews: Transformers Prime & Some More Thoughts on Hasbro

Posted on February 16, 2012 by

I have a full set of Transformers Prime First Edition and Transformers 2012 Deluxe, Voyager, and Cyberverse Legion wave one (accept for Legion Ratchet.  Also, I have a Stealth Force Mini Changers Sideswipe and Sentinel Prime and Transformers United Rodimus … Continue reading →

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Blog #63: My Thoughts on the Super Bowl: “Brady at the Bat”

Posted on February 6, 2012 by

Brady at the Bat By Lewis M. Brooks, III (With Sincerest Apologies to Ernest Thayer and all the Patriots fans suffering along with me thing morning.) The outlook wasn’t brilliant for the New England team that day. The score stood 21 … Continue reading →

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