Welcome to The Doctor's Prognosis! I am your humble host, Dr. C-LOS. Here, I will let you know my thoughts on various forms of entertainment including film, TV, and video games. Enjoy!
The CW has released an awesome new trailer for their new crossover series, DC's Legends of Tomorrow!
Yes, that is Doctor Who alumnus Arthur Darvill as a time traveller. With a formidable villain like Vandal Savage taking center stage, this new program has a lot going for it.
The show stars Victor Garber as Dr. Martin Stein/Firestorm, Brandon Routh as Ray Palmer/The Atom, Caity Lotz as Sara Lance/White Canary, Arthur Darvill as Rip Hunter, Ciara Renee as Kendra Saunders/Hawkgirl, Franz Drameh as Jay Jackson/Firestorm, Dominic Purcell as Mick Rory/Heat Wave, and Wentworth Miller as Leonard Snart/Captain Cold.
Here is an official synopsis:
"When heroes alone are not enough... the world needs legends. Having seen the future, one he will desperately try to prevent from happening, time-traveling rogue Rip Hunter is tasked with assembling a disparate group of both heroes and villains to confront of an unstoppable threat - one in which not only is the planet at stake, but all of time itself. Can this ragtag team defeat an immortal threat unlike anything they have ever known?"
DC's Legends of Tomorrow is set to debut on The CW on January 21, 2016.
Cloud Strife announced for Super Smash Bros, The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD unveiled, and MORE in the latest Nintendo Direct!
Arguably the biggest surprise today was Cloud Strife from Final Fantasy VII debuting on the popular fighter, Super Smash Bros. for the Wii U and 3DS.
The music sure got me pumped up. The Midgar stage looks fantastic, and the summons look amazing. Definitely a character I am looking forward to playing as. No release date was announced, but Nintendo will be doing a special Smash Bros-centric Nintendo Direct in December so keep an eye out for more info and surprises.
Nintendo also officially unveiled The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD for the Wii U, along with a brand new Wolf Link amiibo.
You can purchase the amiibo bundled with the game, though Nintendo has not announced what function the amiibo will serve. Other series-related amiibo, including Link, Zelda, Ganondorf, Sheik and Toon Link, will also be compatible with the game. Furthermore, Nintendo revealed that the data on the Wolf Link amiibo can be transferred to the upcoming Zelda Wii U game. Expect to hear more on that tidbit soon.
The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD will be available on March 4, 2016.
Nintendo also showed several other upcoming titles such as the new Fire Emblem, Hyrule Warriors Legends for the 3DS (Featuring a female Link!), and a rerelease of the original, first generation Pokémon games. For all that and more, here is the full Nintendo Direct for your convenience.
Watch the first full-length trailer for AMC's new comic book adaptation, Preacher.
Starring Dominic Cooper, and produced by Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, and Sam Catlin, the new series is based on Garth Ennis and Steve Dillon's critically acclaimed DC/Vertigo comic book of the same name.
Here is a synopsis:
"Preacher, published between 1995 and 2000, tells the story of Custer, a small town Texas preacher who, nearly at his faith's end, finds himself merged with a supernatural entity, Genesis, birthed from both an angel and a demon. Imbued with the word of God (the ability to make anyone obey his commands), Jesse hits the road, reunited with his ex-girlfriend, Tulip, and joined by a rowdy Irish vampire, Cassidy, to track down God himself and force him to explain why he abandoned his duties in Heaven."
Preacher is set to debut its 10-episode first season exclusively on AMC in 2016.
Every year in October, I enjoy spending some of my free time watching horror movies. So if you are planning on staying in for Halloween, here are some films you might want to check out.
THE BABADOOK
This Australian gem focuses on a widow struggling to take care of her hyperactive son. Things take a turn for the worse when they discover a creepy children's book featuring a creature called The Babadook, a creature that soon seems all too real.
I hope your children don't like to sleep. You might want to forget about it too.
The film stands out because it is genuinely creepy, does not rely on cheap jump scares, and features an amazing performance by Essie Davis. She really carries the movie, showing a wide range of emotions as she slowly loses her sanity. On the other hand, prepare to be annoyed by her son.
"Leave me alone!...... Maybe take my son? But then leave me alone!"
The ending was a little over the top, and might be confusing to some. However, (this is a bit of a SPOILER) if you look at the film as a metaphor for the widow's struggles with her own dark thoughts, then it actually makes a lot of sense. The more I thought about it, the more I liked it. Either way, this is definitely a must-watch for horror fans.
TUCKER & DALE vs. EVIL
Now this is a fun one to watch. Tucker and Dale are just two good ol' boys on vacation in the backwoods when a group of college kids mistake them for murderous hillbillies.
This isn't what it looks like. It really isn't.
Hilarity ensues, and often at the expense of the stupid college kids. You can't help but root for their demise as they hilariously kill themselves.
Oh, those silly college kids. Always throwing themselves into wood chippers.
If you are looking for a great horror comedy, this is one to watch. Turning the killer hillbilly trope on its head, Tucker & Dale vs. Evil is a fun film throughout.
STARRY EYES
This is one disturbing film, with a star-making performance by Alexandra Essoe. The story revolves around a waitress/aspiring actress just trying to make it in Hollywood. But how far will she go to become a star? Very far.
"I'm ready for my close-up!"
This is another great horror film that does not rely on cheap jump scares. It is a character study that builds slowly and does not pull punches. It can be hard to watch at times, but that is part of what makes it stand out. Give it a look if you think you can handle it.
IT FOLLOWS
This one has a very unique idea. The story revolves around a teenage girl who has sex with her boyfriend, but soon learns that in doing so, he passed a fatal curse to her. That's right... a sexually transmitted curse! Now she is being followed by a supernatural force that only she can see. It is an entity that can look like a friend, family member, or stranger. While it is slow-moving, it is relentless in its pursuit.
Is that a sweet old lady walking ever so sloooowly towards you? RUN!!
This film also features one of the best soundtracks I have heard for a horror movie in a long time. It has an 80s feel to it, which might make you feel like you are watching an older film if not for the presence of some modern accoutrements.
This is an intense movie. Yet another terrific film on this list that does not rely on jump scares. Make this a priority on your horror movie to-do list.
DEAD SNOW: RED vs. DEAD
Another great horror comedy. This is the sequel to 2009's Dead Snow, a low-budget but fun Norwegian zombie flick.
"Do you know why I pulled you over?"
The sequel begins where the last film left off. The sole survivor of the previous movie, Martin, is suspected of killing his friends, since the police don't buy the Nazi zombie army story. Things are looking bad for our hero, but at least the doctors were able to reattach the arm that he lost in the first film..... except that it's not his arm. It's the arm of the Nazi zombie leader, Herzog. This arm has a mind of its own, which leads to some hilariously dark comedy, but it also has some nice perks.
"This ought to even the odds!....."
As funny as it is, the film is also full of gore and fast-paced action reminiscent of a Sam Raimi film. In fact, the movie feels like a love letter to Sam Raimi in all the best ways. There is also the presence of Daniel, a war museum employee who is definitely not gay, the Zombie Squad, a "professional" group of zombie hunters who make dead things.... deader, and a zombie sidekick who just can't seem to catch a break. There is just a lot to love.
"......maybe not."
If you like Evil Dead and Army of Darkness, this one is a no-brainer. Even if you don't, this is one of the better horror comedies out there. Watch it now!
That's it for my Halloween Movie Special. I hope you all have fun and be safe. Happy Halloween!
Dhalsim sets the competition on fire in the latest trailer for Street Fighter V!
Looks like Dhalsim retains some of his keep-away gameplay, but has also gained some new options. That arching fireball looks like a great new ability.
Alongside the character announcement, Capcom release information on Dhalsim's V-Skill, the Yoga Float. This ability allows Dhalsim to float in midair for a few seconds, which is a great way to catch your opponent off guard and launch a counterattack.
"Yoga nana nana boo boo!"
Dhalsim's V-Trigger, Yoga Burner, is a flame attack that burns the floor for an extended period of time. If your opponent stands in the flames, they will slowly lose life. However, once they step out of the flames, they will recover this lost health.
"My eyes! The goggles do nothing!"
While there is only one more playable character to be revealed for the final roster of 16 fighters, Capcom announced that they plan to release 6 more characters throughout 2016 after the game's launch. The idea is to release one new character every 2 months. This will bring the roster up to 22 by 2017.
All DLC characters can be purchased with Fight Money, which is earned by completing daily goals or leveling up individual characters. Daily goals include challenges such as landing a certain number of Hadokens or anti-air attacks. Leveling up a character just means playing the various game modes with a single character. When you level up a character, they do not get any stronger, but you do earn bonus Fight Money. So the game rewards gamers who play often and experiment with multiple characters.
If you are the impatient type, you can also buy new content using Zenny, which is purchased using real money.
Street Fighter V is scheduled to release exclusively on the PS4 and PC on February 16, 2016 in North America and Europe.
Watch the first full-length trailer for Marvel's new Netflix series, Jessica Jones!
Very intriguing story. The villain came off as disturbingly powerful, and from the looks of it, the show could be even darker than Daredevil.
The series stars Krysten Ritter as Jessica Jones, David Tennant as Kilgrave, and Mike Colter as Luke Cage.
Here is a short synopsis:
"Ever since her short-lived stint as a Super Hero ended in tragedy, Jessica Jones has been rebuilding her personal life and career as a hot-tempered, sardonic, badass private detective in Hell's Kitchen, New York City. Plagued by self-loathing, and a wicked case of PTSD, Jessica battles demons from within and without, using her extraordinary abilities as an unlikely champion for those in need... especially if they're willing to cut her a check."
This is the second series Marvel will release exclusively for Netflix. Luke Cage and Iron Fist will also be released exclusively for the popular streaming service, which will lead to a big miniseries called The Defenders featuring the lead characters from all four series in one big team-up.
The entire first season of Jessica Jones will be available on Netflix on Friday, November 20th.
Watch the latest trailer for Stars Wars: The Force Awakens! "Just let it in."
Wow, Finn was about to throw it down with Kylo Ren in a lightsaber duel! I cannot wait to see what happens in this film.
Directed by J. J. Abrams and set after the original trilogy, the film stars Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Peter Mayhew, Anthony Daniels, Kenny Baker, John Boyega, Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver, Oscar Isaac, Andy Serkis, Domhnall Gleeson, Max von Sydow, Lupita Nyong'o, and Gwendoline Christie.
Star Wars: The Force Awakens will arrive in US theaters on December 18th.
