Exploring the Enchanting Realms of Brian Froud’s Fantastical World
If you love fantasy, fairies, goblins and art, then you should probably know who Brian Froud is. Brian Froud is an amazingly talented fantasy illustrator (and the father of Toby - the little baby in Jim Henson’s Labyrinth). "I paint the spirit and soul of what I see." ~ Brian Froud WHO IS BRIAN FROUD? Brian Froud (born 1947) is an English fantasy illustrator and conceptual designer. He is married to Wendy Froud. Wendy is also a fantasy artist, and an internationally acclaimed doll maker. His son, Toby (born 1984), portrayed the baby Toby, in the film Labyrinth, and later became a
We Don’t Talk About Bruno. Encanto’s Epic Song!
The hit song from the Disney animation film, Encanto, which debut in theatres on 24 November 2021, has become one of Disney studio's most famous songs in 26 years. The previous record was kept by Disney’s Frozen’s “Let It Go”. "We Don't Talk About Bruno" is a song from Disney's 2021 animated feature film Encanto, with music and lyrics written by Lin-Manuel Miranda. https://youtu.be/bvWRMAU6V-c “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” is an all-time worldwide success story. According to magazines, Forbes and Billboard, the song became a tremendous success just a week after Encanto became available for streaming on Disney (and yes Disney Plus
Ghostbusters: Afterlife – Sequel of the Epic Classic!
The 80's were jam-packed with great fantasy movies like Teen Wolf, Labyrinth, Gremlins, Beetlejuice, Legend, and Ghostbusters, to name a few. When recalling the original Ghostbusters movies in 1984 and 1989, who doesn’t remember the epic theme song by Ray Parker Jr… with catchy lyrics: “Who are you gonna call? Ghostbusters!”? After the terrible remake of Ghostbusters in 2016 (no offense meant if you liked this version), we had little hope for the franchise. Early in 2020, when the first trailer for Ghostbusters Afterlife came out, we thought, another repeat of the 2016 debacle. What a pleasant surprise! SPOILER ALERT
Disney Plus is finally coming to South Africa!
Disney Plus is finally coming to South Africa! Whoop! Whoop! The Walt Disney Company confirmed that winter 2022, it will be launching in 42 countries, including South Africa! In a media statement, the Walt Disney Company Africa said: “As confirmed in The Walt Disney Company’s Q3 earnings call, Disney+ will launch in South Africa in winter (between 21 June and 22 September) 2022.” No exact launch date has yet been confirmed, nor have any pricing details been revealed. Expect more details to be revealed later this year. More about Disney+ Disney+ is the dedicated streaming home for movies and shows
Six exhilarating facts about the movie Predator (1987)
Predator (1987) features Arnold Schwarzenegger, Carl Weathers, Bill Duke, Jesse Ventura and Kevin Peter Hall. It has since its release become a classic in the world of science fiction and action movies. The Predator design was created by the great Stan Winston and has since then become one of the classic alien designs in cinema. During the development of the movie, there was a running joke just after the release of Rocky IV, that since Rocky Balboa had run out of earthly opponents, his next opponent would be an alien! The original Predator design was vastly different from what is
Stardust and The Princess Bride Adaptations – Exploring the Magic of Page to Screen Transformations!
When comparing movies to novels, particularly in the context of adaptations, two beloved fantasy works that often spark discussions are "Stardust" and "The Princess Bride." Both the novel "Stardust" by Neil Gaiman and "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman have been adapted into films that captivated audiences with their whimsical storytelling, memorable characters, and fantastical worlds. Each adaptation offers a unique perspective on translating rich literary narratives onto the silver screen, presenting intriguing contrasts and similarities between the mediums of literature and film. This comparison explores how these adaptations handle elements like character development, world-building, and narrative structure, ultimately delving
Fall in Love with NerdiPop’s Top 15 Romantic Movie Quotes – From Heartwarming to Heart-Wrenching!
If you're a sucker for romance, then you've probably seen the movies in which the following quotes were used. Here is the NerdiPop top 15 most romantic movie quotes. Check out our beautiful artwork inspired by Beauty and the Beast here. The Prince and the Beast Blue The Prince and the Beast White "Love means never having to say you're sorry." - Jennifer Cavilleri Barrett (Love Story 1970) "You had me at 'hello.'" - Dorothy Boyd (Jerry Maguire 1996) “Hello Sweetie” - River Song (Doctor Who 2008) "Yo, Adrian!" - Rocky Balboa (Rocky 1976) "Nobody puts Baby in
Top 10 Most Haunting and Scary Movie Quotes
When you watch as many movies as we do, there are some really memorable quotes and sayings that just get stuck with you. Here is the top 10 scary / creepy movie quotes brought to you by NerdiPop. "A census taker once tried to test me. I ate his liver with some fava beans and a nice Chianti." - Hannibal Lecter (The Silence of the Lambs 1991) "I see dead people." (Cole Sear - The Sixth Sense 1999) "A boy's best friend is his mother." (Norman Bates - Psycho 1960) "Here's Johnny!" (Jack Torrance - The Shining 1980) "Listen to
Get your Gotham on! 10 fascinating facts about Tim Burton’s iconic Batman (1989)
The 1989 film Batman marked the beginning of Warner Brothers' iconic franchise. The movie featured a star-studded cast, with Michael Keaton taking on the role of Batman and Jack Nicholson bringing The Joker to life, while Tim Burton sat in the director's chair. Although Michael Keaton's performance as Batman is now regarded as one of the most memorable portrayals of the character, many were initially doubtful about his casting due to his background in comedic roles. Fans were hesitant about his ability to pull off the dark, brooding character of Batman, with Kevin Smith famously exclaiming "It's the guy from
5 Ways To Watch Your Favorite Geeky Films With Your Girlfriend
Posted onby guest writer, Anco Gouws So here’s the thing. I love movies, and when I say love, I really mean LOVE. My girlfriend loves movies too, the thing is that she just isn’t into anything that is outside the realm of possibility; meaning that she is not into superheroes, dragons, wizards, orcs, elves, aliens or monsters. Which leaves me with but only a few options; and believe me I’ve tried them all. Let me share with you the secrets that I have uncovered. First things first. If you and your girlfriend live separately this article does not apply to
