Wonder Woman's New Threads

I'm a little late to this conversation, but I just want to say that I really like Wonder Woman's new outfit. People have been complaining about her new threads and arguing about whether a demi-god needs a jacket.

You can check out DC's blog to see the original reveal and commentary from fans. http://bit.ly/b4VLEV

Ever since the reveal, geeks have made harsh comments on the DC blog. One wrote, "I'm just going to pour a double vodka and go to bed and check into Arkham in the morning. This is the worst thing I've ever seen!" Another fan wrote, "This has to be a joke. I am literally sick to my stomach right now." Others simply wrote, "I hate it," and "Epic fail."

Sure, the cropped jacked circa 1990 is a little weird, but I like to think that she can take it off. Jacket aside, I really like the modern twist on her crown and wrist bands. And all I can say is it's about freaking time the woman has some pants. The poor girl has been wearing an overly patriotic swimsuit for the past 60 years.

I think everyone has been overreacting. Maybe the costume isn't the best it can be, but it's lightyears ahead of her old costume.

Locke & Key: My new favorite comic

                                                  

While waiting in never-ending lines at Comic-Con I had some time to catch up on actual comic reading. Locke & Key quickly became my new favorite comic, and I devoured the first two graphic novels, only to become frustrated and unsatisfied when I went to order the third one on Amazon and saw that it's not out yet. I've been thinking about the story and wondering about what's happening to my beloved characters.

I'll be the first to acknowledge that the name of the comic is pretty lame-- it doesn't convey the striking images and gripping story that await in its pages.

Here are some illustrations that blew my mind, especially in the context of the story.

                                                 

                                                   

The story is gripping, sophisticated, and unlike anything I've ever read before. The plot is complicated enough to keep me wondering, but straightforward enough to keep me reading. There's a perfect balance of suspense, dramatic irony, and nonlinear storytelling.

It's about a family that moves to a house and they keep finding keys that do unusual things. As the family falls prey to some pretty twisted people, they try to figure some stuff out-- like ghosts, echoes, and the human mind itself. It sounds innocent enough, but it's a dark story. There's death, murder, manipulation, sinister characters, disturbing images, and a whole lot of "WTF?" moments... but in a good way.

Comic-Con Preview Night

In case you haven't heard, I'm at Comic-Con. The geek fest leaves me tired at the end of the day, but I'm going to try to leave little blog posts everyday, and I'll fill in the blanks later. So here's the coolest stuff from today.

                                    

Light cycle from Tron.

Set piece: throne room from Thor.

True Blood is coming out with a comic.

Tron Wii remote.

Prop from the Green Lantern movie: Abin Sur (the alien who gives Green Lantern his powers).

Got trapped in an action figure package.

Predator head.

Played with zombie movie props. Yes, that's two chainsaws ducktaped onto a paddle.

While I'm at the Con, I'm constantly tweeting, and I upload photos to my Twitter first, so follow AshleyGeekGirl on Twitter if you want all the juicy details.

Kick-Ass: With no power comes no responsibility

Kick-Ass is not your mom’s superhero movie. It’s better.

Based on the comic book by Mark Millar and John Romita Jr., this film is about a kid who decides to dress up like a superhero, fight evils of the world, and get his ass kicked. From the beginning it teems with dialogue to make you chuckle. By the end, you can’t suppress long-winded laughter.

Our main hero, affectionately called Kick-Ass, is played by Aaron Johnson— an actor made tabloid-famous for knocking up the director of his to-be-released follow-up film. But he owns Kick-Ass. Playing the geeky awkward kid, it would’ve been easy for him to slip into faux Michael Cera mode, but he doesn’t. He makes the character his own, and he’s relatable and likable.

As much as I love the title hero, the show-stealer is Hit Girl, played by my official favorite little actress: Chloë Moretz. Previously, she stole scenes in 500 Days of Summer. In Kick-Ass, this girl delivers her lines with such dry wit, you can’t help but adore her. Plus she’s the character who really does kick ass. As she swore like a sailor and brutally killed villains, my friend sitting next to me said, “Awww. She’s so cute.” Now that’s talent.

Putting aside the awesome actors, there’s only one word to describe the plot: fun.

At one point, the plot takes a turn that’s a little too over-the-top for my taste, but it’s a detail near the end that doesn’t hurt the film much.

Catch Kick-Ass in theaters with friends. It’s a blast.