Saturday, May 11, 2013
Drink Review: All Natural Body Armor SuperDrink
All Natural Body Armor SuperDrink sounds like something out of a video game, but I can assure you that it's real.
I selected the Raspberry Blueberry Goji flavor, not because of the lavender hue, but because of the tantalizing prospects of the flavor explosion dancing on my tongue. I wasn't sure what a Goji was, but a quick Google showed that it's alternate (and much cooler) name is Wolfberry, which sounds absolutely fantastic.
The initial taste has what I can only describe as an "Energy Drink taste." Sort of like Red Bull and Monster's carbonated energy kick. The next taste was a mix of the Raspberry Blueberry Goji flavor which melded into a mellower iced tea type taste on the palette.
I could definitely see myself cracking open one of these bad boys after a rigorous workout (if I actually worked out).
The side of the bottle says that it contains 10% Coconut Water along with the following nutrient blends:
1. Hydration Blend - Forget your Bananas and metals, with 620mg of Potassium, 60mg of Magnesium, and 10mg of Zinc to quench the thirst of your cells!
2. Protection Blend - Polphenols, catechins, EGCG, Fiber, and Bioflavonoids (a distant cousin of the Autobots) work together to protect your body and kick ass!
3. Vitamin Blend: A, C, E, and B Complex (a Freudian diagnosis) boost your Vitamin levels to MAX!
4. Recovery Blend: Make like Skrillex playing Warcraft III and drop the base! Folic and Amino Acids, along with their bro, t-Carnitine, allow you to recover after your workout!
I'm not sure what any of that means, but it sounds healthy!
With only 70 Calories per serving and 2 servings per bottle, you can share with your spottin' bro. But you won't want to!
Protect & Restore with the Raspberry Blueberry Goji (Wolfberry) All Natural Body Armor SuperDrink with 10% Coconut Water!
I can feel the burn with 7 out of 10 crunches!
Visit DrinkBodyArmor.com for more info!
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Friday, May 10, 2013
Is Your Favorite Show Canceled?
No bells and whistles for this post. This is all bad news. Lots of shows hit the chopping block this week. Did one of your favorites meet the grim reaper?
Here are the shows as of Friday evening, that have been canceled:
ABC:
Body of Proof
Malibu Country
Red Widow
Happy Endings (BASTARDS!) (May be headed for USA?)
Good news? Revenge, Grey's Anatomy and Nashville among the shows renewed.
CBS:
CSI: NY
Golden Boy
Made In Jersey
Partners
Rules of Engagement
Vegas
Good News? Elementary and The Good Wife plus How I Met Your Mother all returning.
FOX:
Ben and Kate
The Cleveland Show (Unofficially)
The Mob Doctor
Touch
Good news? Raising Hope, Glee (through season 6), and Bob's Burgers among returning shows.
NBC (Updated @7pm):
Smash has been canceled.
1600 Penn
Deception
Go On
Guys With Kids
The New Normal
Up All Night
Whitney
Good News? Parenthood and Community!
The CW:
90210
Cult
Good News: Supernatural, Vampire Diaries, Hart of Dixie, and The Carrie Diaries all returning. Oh and Arrow and Beauty and the Beast.
It was a blood bath if you ask me. Especially in terms of sitcoms. I am still shocked that The New Normal and Go On were canceled. I really yearn for the days when shows were allowed to build audiences.
Other victims announced include Southland over on TNT. But ABC has officially picked up Agents of SHIELD!
More updates as we get them.
Thanks to TVLine for the info!
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Mixed Kebab DVD Review
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Thursday, May 9, 2013
Movie Review: The Great Gatsby
Baz Lurhmann’s The Great Gatsby, based on the classic novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, is a spectacular movie experience. Full of energy, color, and music, the film begins with the protagonist, Nick Carraway, narrating the events that led him to need professional help for alcoholism and depression. Much like the intro to Lurhmann’s award-winning Moulin Rouge, the despondent main character reflects back on how hopeful and full of wonder he was when he first arrived to an exciting new city to chase his dreams. And, like Christian in Moulin Rouge, Nick is quickly enchanted by the nightlife, glamorous parties, and beautiful people only to quickly find that the glitter is merely covering up a hidden darkness.
It’s the early 1920’s in New York City, and the only person Nick knows in the big city is his cousin Daisy. Her rich husband indulges in booze, cigars, and women while Daisy suffers with a sad smile and charming wit. Nick soon receives an invitation to a party at his new neighbor’s exquisite, castle-like mansion. Nick happens to live in the run down shack next to the mysterious J. Gatsby. The two quickly become friends, and Nick is allowed into Gatsby’s world. Gatsby confides in him and tells him the secrets of his past--secrets that involve Daisy.
While the film began with a roar, pacing became problematic towards the end. Scenes that should have the audience at the edge of their seats just dragged on. Perhaps it is the effect of such a flashy start, to be let down once things slow down. Perhaps that is just what Lurhmann wanted, so you could relate to Nick’s realization that this new magical world he discovered would ultimately lead to a disappointing and drab existence, where shallow people and loud parties were just distractions from the emptiness that this kind of lifestyle left behind.
Overall, I enjoyed the experience. The 3D effect gave the movie a pop-up story book feel to it, which lent itself well to the narrative of a too-good-to-be-true vision that Gatsby fully believed would come to be. The costumes, settings, and cinematography were gorgeous and well-stylized. The music, which is an ever-present part of Lurhmann’s films, gave the film a special kind of energy that draws the audience in to feel like they are part of the festivities. While all of the performances were great, Carey Mulligan really shined as Daisy. While her character's personality was at times over the top, her heartbreak was subtle and honest.
The Great Gatsby opens May 10th.
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Movie Trailer: Gravity
I feel like the presence of Clooney and Bullock is going to hurt this movie more than help it but it does look great.
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XBOX Goes Infinite with #XboxInfinity
Is this the new face of Microsoft's XBox game console? We'll know for sure on May 21 when Microsoft (do I even need to say allegedly at this point?) is expected to unveil the next gen console to the masses.
I do dig that logo though and hope that infinity symbol graces the front of the console all glowy and green.
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Mold! DVD Review
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Blu-Ray Review: "Jack Reacher"
Tom Cruise is hands down the greatest movie star of my generation. Movie after movie he has thrown every inch of his being into creating films that are not only well written, directed and acted but also entertaining.
Through it all he has remained viable at the box office as well as critically acclaimed. From "Risky Business" through the "Mission Impossible" films Cruise has been entertaining fans worldwide for over 30 years. And at the ripe young age of 50 he has no signs of stopping.
Cruise's latest effort to hit the home video market is "Jack Reacher." The film is based on the best-selling book series by Lee Child with "Jack Reacher" taking it's plot line from the 2005 book "One Shot."
The film follows Reacher, a former US Army Military Police Corps Officer, as he tries to clear the name of a US Army sniper accused of killing 5 innocent people in a Pittsburgh area shooting. On paper "Jack Reacher" might sound like a run of the mill made for TV movie starring Tom Selleck but that is not the case. Writer/Director Christopher McQuarrie (The Usual Suspects & Valkyrie) has created a world of intrigue and action that hooks the audience from the opening frame.
Much has been written about Cruise being miscast in the title role because in the novels Jack Reacher is a towering 6' 5" and weighs 250 pounds and to be fair... that ain't Tom Cruise. But to his credit, as an actor, Cruise pulls off the role perfectly with his intensity and his willingness to perform his own stunts. You totally believe that Cruise's Jack Reacher can kick ass and get the job done.
Plus... isn't it more fun to watch the average size guy take down the towering bad guys? If the title character is 6' 5" the audience fully expects him to triumph but with a guy who's 5' 8" or shorter it amps up the stakes and presents the viewer with the thought... "How's he going to get out of this one?" To me as a viewer that's the escape I am looking for.
Cruise is not alone in his search for justice and the the supporting cast including Rosamund Pike (Die Another Day, Wrath Of The Titans), Richard Jenkins (The Visitor, Cabin In The Woods), David Oyelowo (Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes, The Help)
PLUS
Director Wernor Herzog as the bad guy and Robert Duvall sharing with Cruise again after 23 years are all perfectly cast.
The Blu-Ray features include:
- Commentary by Tom Cruise and Director Christopher McQuarrie
- The Reacher Phenomenon
- When The Man Comes Around
- You Do Not Mess With Jack Reacher: Combat and Weapons
If you are looking for the perfect popcorn movie produced by talent that cares about story and character just as much as action and stunts then "Jack Reacher" is the one to watch.
Drumroll please... 9 out of 10 drumsticks!!!
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Wednesday, May 8, 2013
The Aquabats! Super Show! Season One! DVD Review
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PCB Game Night: DC Deck Building Game (PLUS YOU CAN WIN IT!)
Fans of deck building games like Dominion (reviewed here) and fans of DC Comics range of excellent heroes might just have their days made with this game from Cryptozoic Entertainment.
DC Comics Deck-Building Game is a super fun, rather easy to learn game where you construct a deck from available cards and fight to defeat the super-villains (and earn the victory points) to win against your opponents.
Let's let Cryptozoic (a keep your eye on them game company for sure!) tell you all about it:
In the DC Comics Deck-building Game, you take on the role of Batman™,Superman™, or one of their brave and heroic allies in the struggle against the forces of Super-Villainy! While you begin armed only with basic combat maneuvers, you will add new, more powerful cards to your deck as you go, with the goal of defeating as many of the DC Comics Super-Villains as you can. In the end, the player who has accumulated the most Victory Points from the cards in his or her deck wins the game!
Collect heroes, defeat villains, beat your friends, and win the game.
This is the perfect entry into deck building games. It's a fast game (generally around 30 - 45 minutes) plus it has all the characters you love (Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and more).
2-5 players means you might have some friends sitting out if you have more than that over. Hopefully, much like Dominion, this can be resolved with a future expansion. Geek parents can totally use this game to introduce their kids to this style of gaming. They will be excited by the characters and it is a great launching pad into the more expansive deck building game world.
There are plenty of combos to learn, fun abilities, and flat out gorgeous artwork on every card. The game is also compatible with other games based on the Cerberus (Heroes) card engine, which I can't say much about as I haven't tried mixing or playing the other games in this engine just yet. I'll mention that in any other reviews we do with games of that engine.
One complaint for me is that the cards can get a little repetitive. This can be expected for the first version of the game and is certain to be a non issue once expansions start rolling out.
I'm gonna keep the review part of this short because, honestly, I love the game.

So here we go. Do you want to win a copy of the DC Deck Building Game courtesy of our awesome friends and Cryptozoic? How about if I throw in a rare exclusive promo MARTIAN MANHUNTER character card?
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