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Anthony Mango
- Thursday, October 13, 2016
On the latest edition of the Movie Trailer Reactions podcast for Fanboys Anonymous, host Tony Mango gives his live response and overall thoughts about the third, latest and final trailer for Rogue One: A Star Wars Story released earlier today. Make sure to subscribe and tell us in the comments what you think of the trailer!
OFFICIAL TRAILER:
TRAILER REACTION:
From Lucasfilm comes the first of the Star Wars standalone films, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, an all-new epic adventure. In a time of conflict, a group of unlikely heroes band together on a mission to steal the plans to the Death Star, the Empire’s ultimate weapon of destruction. This key event in the Star Wars timeline brings together ordinary people who choose to do extraordinary things, and in doing so, become part of something greater than themselves.
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story will be released in theaters December 16, 2016.
Directed by: Gareth Edwards
Written by: John Knoll (story), Chris Weitz (screenplay) Gary Whitta (story), George Lucas (characters)
Starring: Felicity Jones (Jyn Erso), Mads Mikkelsen (Galen Erso), Ben Mendelsohn (Director Orson Krennic), Diego Luna (Captain Cassian Andor), Riz Ahmed (Bodhi Rook), Alan Tudyk (K-2SO), Donnie Yen (Chirrut Îmwe), Warwick Davis (Bistan) and Forest Whitaker (Saw Gerrera)
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TDR
- Wednesday, October 12, 2016
A recent announcement put out by DC Comics states that the next crossover project for Boom Studios following Lumberjanes/Gotham Academy along with Green Lantern/Planet of the Apes is that of a rather unusual comics crossover. DC's all-star superhero team The Justice League, consisting of some of the most iconic superheroes of all time such as Superman and Batman, will be crossing over with the popular '90s dinosaur-themed television show Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers, which has been all over the Internet lately after the release of the first trailer for the new reboot film.
Writing this comic mini-series will be Tom Taylor (Injustice: Gods Among Us) with artist Stephen Byrne (Justice League of America Rebirth: The Ray). The plot will involve Zack the Black Ranger crossing into the DC Universe and the Power Rangers attempting to save him from Batman.
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| Strangest crossover yet? |
This is rather strange as the difference in power sets really make you question how something like this could possibly work when you have superheroes like Superman and The Flash who can make short work out of the Rangers. A crossover like the recent Batman/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles mini-series just made sense and blended together seamlessly as both sets of heroes and villains were similar and different enough to create a story where both shine equally. That isn't the case here. Those martial arts and giant robots can only get one so far when they have the Speed Force or a strong Kryptonian to deal with, especially since Superman has a track record of punching giant robots.
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| Is this even a fair fight? |
However, it can be said that the Ranger powers are rooted in magic—a known weakness of Superman's—and that the Yellow Ranger could prove herself to be difficult to Green Lantern due to the "yellow impurity" Parallax concept. Only time will tell how this crossover will play out in January 2017.
With these issues, readers can also expect a variant cover by different artists, pairing each member of the Justice League with a Power Ranger:
- Batman/Pink Ranger by Dan Hipp
- Cyborg/Blue Ranger by Dustin Nguyen
- The Flash/Black Ranger by Yasmine Putri
- Green Lantern John Stewart/Yellow Ranger by Marguerite Sauvage
- Superman/Green Ranger by Chris Sprouse
- Wonder Woman/Red Ranger by Marcus To
So what do you think of the prospect of a Justice League/Power Rangers crossover? What do you think should go into it? Let us know in the comments below!
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Anthony Mango
- Saturday, October 8, 2016
The Marvel camp released some new information today about the Netflix series, including the reveal that Sigourney Weaver will be the lead villain in The Defenders as well as the New York Comic Con teaser trailer for the upcoming Iron Fist.
Normally, I would be doing a Trailer Reaction video for this sort of thing, but time is escaping me, so we'll have to settle for option #2: a first-impressions review breakdown.
HITS:
- Madame Gao! I was hoping she would return. She's a badass.
- I already hate the Meachums in just a few flashes, so that's good.
- Seeing Danny's hand glow yellow is great, as it means they're not going to ignore that power aspect.
- The same goes for the Iron Fist logo on his chest.
- Colleen Wing looks like she'll be this show's answer to Misty Knight and Elektra mixed together, which is how I was hoping she would be. I'm not super familiar with the character, but from what I do know, she shouldn't be a pushover, so that's good to see her kicking some ass.
MISSES:
- No look at the costume. Sad face.
- I still don't quite get how this will feel as gritty as the previous three shows, but I trust them to prove me wrong. This trailer just didn't do that, however.
- I'm not digging the curly hair and beard look.
- This didn't "wow" me like the Luke Cage or Daredevil teasers did. I'm left wanting more rather than being pumped, even though I didn't dislike what I saw.
K'un-Lun saved him. Lei Kung trained him. And now, Danny Rand is back to fight for what's his.
Marvel's Iron Fist will premiere on Netflix on March 17, 2017.
Showrunner: Scott Buck
Written by: Scott Buck and Scott Reynolds
Starring: Finn Jones (Danny Rand / Iron Fist), Jessica Henwick (Colleen Wing), Lewis Tan (Zhou Cheng), David Wenham (Harold Meachum), Jessica Stroup (Joy Meachum), Simone Missick (Misty Knight) and Tom Pelphrey (Ward Meachum)
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| When Luke Cage just came out but you already want to see the next Netflix show. |
Posted by
Anthony Mango
- Friday, October 7, 2016
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| Photo by Mike Paden of Fanboys Anonymous |
Anyone who follows Fanboys Anonymous should also be fully aware by now about its sister website Smark Out Moment, which revolves around the world of professional wrestling. Well, those two worlds are crossing over yet again as it was announced today at New York Comic Con 2016 that WWE will be partnering up with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles for a brand new toy line.
Playmates Toys is developing the "Ninja Superstars" line of action figures which will be a collaboration between various characters from the TMNT series alongside different WWE wrestlers. The figures are 6" tall and of course come with a variety of weapons that both ends of the spectrum should recognize. Trash cans aren't just something used in Extreme Rules matches, after all.
So far, we have a look at the four turtle protagonists mashed up with arguably four of the top ten stars in the entire wrestling business:
From left to right, we have "Raphael/Sting," "Leonardo/John Cena," "Donatello/Undertaker," and "Michelangelo/Macho Man Randy Savage."
In their own way, these make a lot of sense. John Cena has been the figurehead of the company for a decade, and Leonardo is the leader. You can justify The Undertaker's old purple connection to tie him into Donny's mask. Randy Savage was a bright and colorful character, so he fits Mikey much better than someone else. Raphael and Sting both have had that loner vigilante-type character, too.
Noticeably absent are a few names that I would have expected to see incorporated in some fashion. Hulk Hogan not being involved makes a lot of sense, due to his position being on the outs of the company after his whole sex tape scandal, but his over-the-top ring gear and massive popularity would have been a great resource to draw inspiration from. Maybe he could have been their Splinter hybrid by giving the wise rat a do-rag and styling his hair to fit The Hulkster's?
Also, if we don't get a Sheamus/Rocksteady mashup, then that's a travesty. As much as I complain about Sheamus all the time, I think he was actually one of the best parts of the most recent Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows film. He literally portrayed the character on screen, so that needs to carry over. It just makes too much sense.
My guess is The Rock is too popular of a brand on his own to be able to work in this capacity, whereas Stone Cold Steve Austin and Brock Lesnar likely passed on something that would downgrade their image—or there's some kind of impending announcement that Lesnar will be merged with the Technodrome and Austin will be the new Shredder or something…unless that's going to be where Triple H pops up, even though we all know Kevin Nash is the only one to truly be considered for that role.
The kid in me who was a big fan of both of these properties is of course smiling about the idea, but I'm curious what you have to say. What are some other hybrids you'd like to see? Should Baxter Stockman be merged with Big Show? Can we can an April O'Neil and Stephanie McMahon?
Drop your comments below and stay tuned for more NYCC 2016 talk.
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The Dace Man
- Thursday, October 6, 2016
What's up Dacetacular Nation? Do you smell it? It's that time of year again! New York Comic Con is here and as always some of the hottest news breaks on the Internet the same day Comic Con kicks off!
If you're a big fan of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, you're part of the majority, and if not…what the hell is wrong with you? News broke earlier this week as well as today on Marvel's Punisher series coming to Netflix.
The first bit of news was blatantly obvious if you're trolling around New York: production began on the series. There have been several photos snapped of leading man Jon Berenthal as well as the familiar face of Deborah Ann Woll reprising her role as Karen Page from Daredevil.
The second bit of news released today was the addition of three other actors just signed to the series. Ben Barnes of The Chronicles of Narnia fame was cast as Billy Russo, Frank's best friend from the Special Forces who runs the successful military corporation Anvil.
Another addition was Ebon Moss-Bachrach from the show Girls who formerly worked for the NSA and has some information valuable to Mr. Castle. Lastly, they added Amber Rose Revah (Indian Summers, Son of God) who appears to be the female lead and a possible love interest for Frank.
So there you have it—the first chunk of news from the Marvel camp coming out of the largest convention on the East Coast, New York Comic Con 2016.
Remember, keyboard warriors: leave your feedback! What do you think of this casting news? Will Ben Barnes go full-on Jigsaw in this season or will that be saved for later? What other characters do you hope make an appearance on the show?
Until the next time, for the few, the proud, and, of course, the Dacetacular, grab a beer—and in this case, your punishment—and check out what's going on here in the Dace-Sphere at Fanboys Anonymous. See ya next time!
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Anthony Mango
- Wednesday, October 5, 2016
We're back with another unboxing video from SuperHeroStuff.com for October 2016 to celebrate the new seasons for the DC TV shows Arrow, The Flash, Legends of Tomorrow and Supergirl in the DC TV Legends of the CW Mystery Box edition of the HeroBox!
The CW. It use to be UPN way back in the day and it had Star Trek Voyager. Now it has the likes of Supergirl, Arrow, Flash, and Legends of Tomorrow and that's why we have the Hero Box Legends of the CW Gold Edition for Men! The insanity! Well, I guess I should mention that Supergirl just got there but that's because the channel she use to be on was a bunch of dummies! The Hero Box Legends of the CW Gold Edition for Men is the ultimate gift box for guys who love the CW. You'll get 100 bucks worth of stuff for a mere 69 bucks! Jeez! I'm not even quite sure how we pulled the Hero Box Legends of the CW Gold Edition for Men off but I know it won't fail anybody's city. That's for sure!
Gold Edition: $69 for $100+ worth of goodies
Silver Edition: $49 for $70+ worth of goodies
If you want to get in on the fun and reserve yourself some cool stuff for next month's Villains and Doctor Strange mystery boxes, place your order at SuperHeroStuff HeroBox.
Thanks again to SuperHeroStuff for sending this our way!
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Anthony Mango
- Monday, October 3, 2016
Welcome to another edition of Wed, Bed, or Dead—the Fanboys Anonymous equivalent to games such as Marry/Fuck/Kill, or "Kill, Bang, Marry" or any of those other alternative names with the same "would you rather" ranking concept.
If you're unfamiliar with these games, here are the rules: three men or women will be pitted against each other and you are forced to place each of them into a specific category of your choosing. You cannot double up on any category, replace people, or anything else. You must pick one to "Wed" (marry), one to "Bed" (have sex with), and for "Dead" (kill)—in theory, of course.
Wed, Bed, or Dead: Luke Cage Netflix Season 1 Romances
Claire Temple vs. Misty Knight vs. Reva Connors
Having just binge-watched all of season 1 of Marvel's Luke Cage television series on Netflix, there are three major love interests the main character deals with over the course of the 13 episodes. Of course, there are plenty of other women on the show like Mariah Dillard, Priscilla Ridley, Candace Miller and Patricia Wilson, but the true triad would be Claire Temple, Misty Knight and Reva Connors.
SPOILER ALERT. If you haven't watched the season yet, you might not want to read the rest of this, as what transpires is factored into my choices.
My Votes
Wedding Proposal = Claire Temple
Bedroom Invitation = Misty Knight
Death Sentence = Reva Connors
The very first episode shows off Simone Missick's body in a great way, which was one hell of an impression. While Rosario Dawson and Parisa Fitz-Henley are both beautiful as well, I think Missick has the best body, which gives her a big bonus towards the Bed category. When you factor in personality, Reva would have been my Wed option if she didn't turn out to be a deceptive liar in the end. This immediately disqualified her and put her in the Dead slot, even though I dig girls in glasses and she comes off as the most intelligent, which is another big plus. If she's the Dead, then between Claire and Misty, I think Claire has the better personality to be married to. Both stand up for themselves and take no shit, but Claire is much more supportive and selfless. Misty has some trust issues and her career as a cop gives her a sort of dark side that gets in her way. All in all, Claire's got the looks and the personality, Misty's got the looks, and Reva shot herself in the foot by being a villain.
Those are my choices, but what would you pick for these three?
Who gets the wedding ring, who gets the wild night of passion and who gets the guillotine?
Tell us who you picked for what in the comments below as well as suggestions for the next edition!
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Anthony Mango
- Saturday, October 1, 2016
Welcome to another edition of 6 Flicks Picks, wherein I list all of the upcoming films that are scheduled to be released in the United States for the month which is about to begin and break down which ones I'll be watching in theaters, which ones I'll wait to rent at home, and which ones I'll be skipping out on entirely. After going through the list, I'll choose which six films stand out to me as the ones I want to see the most, even if there are more or less than six that interest me.
Note: The list below is based primarily off the expanded nationwide USA release dates on IMDB as well as some other random outlets if possible, so some information may be different. If I am missing some of the limited releases or the dates conflict in some fashion, please let me know in the comments below and any adjustments and corrections will be made!
Without further ado, another new month means another new set of films, so what's coming soon to theaters in October 2016?
RELEASE DATE: October 7, 2016
The Birth of a Nation
Synopsis: Nat Turner, a literate slave and preacher in the antebellum South, orchestrates an uprising.
Will I watch? = Maybe
The Girl on the Train
Synopsis: A divorcee becomes entangled in a missing persons investigation that promises to send shockwaves throughout her life.
Will I watch? = Yes
Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life
Synopsis: Imaginative quiet teenager Rafe Katchadorian is tired of his middle school's obsession with the rules at the expense of any and all creativity. Desperate to shake things up, Rafe and his best friends have come up with a plan: break every single rule in the school and let the students run wild.
Will I watch? = No
The Greasy Strangler
Synopsis: Ronnie runs a Disco walking tour with his son, Brayden. When a sexy woman takes the tour, it begins a competition between father and son for her love. It also signals the arrival of an oily strangler who stalks the streets at night.
Will I watch? = No
The Great Gilly Hopkins
Synopsis: The hilarious and big-hearted story about a headstrong girl who wants to find a place to call home. Gilly Hopkins (Sophie Nelisse) is the meanest girl in town: she has a birth mother she has never seen and has moved from one foster home to another. Learning that she will be sent to a new home, she wastes no time stirring up trouble. Then she meets a woman named Trotter (Kathy Bates) , who wants to be the mother Gilly needs. With Gilly posing a challenge, Trotter must prove a good relationship will benefit both of them.
Will I watch? = No
The Late Bloomer
Synopsis: Dr. Pete Newmans (Johnny Simmons) is a successful sex therapist whose practice is almost completely devoted to helping people re-channel their sexual impulses. When Pete is hit in the nether regions during a friendly basketball game, his doctors discover a pituitary tumor that has delayed Pete's onset of puberty for 15 years. Not only does Pete suddenly have an explanation for the various physical and mental issues that had been plaguing him, he undergoes what would normally be years of puberty in a matter of weeks. Mood swings, voice changes, acne and, of course, near uncontrollable erections greet Pete as he tries to navigate life as both a horny 15 year-old kid and a 30 year-old desperate to be a complete man and get the girl of his dreams.
Will I watch? = No
The Siege of Jadotville
Synopsis: Set in 1961, during the Congo crisis, Jadotville follows Irish general Pat Quinlan (portrayed by Jamie Dornan) and his 150 troops, whom Hammarskjold (Mikael Persbrandt) and the UN had sent to protect the city after Katanga.
Will I watch? = No
RELEASE DATE: October 14, 2016
Underworld: Blood Wars
Synopsis: Vampire death dealer, Selene (Kate Beckinsale) fights to end the eternal war between the Lycan clan and the Vampire faction that betrayed her.
Will I watch? = No
The Accountant
Synopsis: A forensic accountant un-cooks the books for illicit clients.
Will I watch? = Yes
Kevin Hart: What Now?
Synopsis: Comedian Kevin Hart performs in front of a crowd of 50,000 people at Philadelphia's outdoor venue, Lincoln Financial Field.
Will I watch? = No
Desierto
Synopsis: A group of people trying to cross the border from Mexico into the United States encounter a man who has taken border patrol duties into his own racist hands.
Will I watch? = No
Max Steel
Synopsis: When teenage Max McGrath discovers his body can generate the universe's most powerful energy, he must bond with the only being able to contain it - a mysterious techno-organic extraterrestrial named Steel. United as the superhero Max Steel, the two friends must combat an alien menace and unlock the secrets of their past.
Will I watch? = No
Certain Women
Synopsis: A stirring look at three women striving to forge their own paths amidst the wide-open plains of the American Northwest: a lawyer (Dern) who finds herself contending with both office sexism and a hostage situation; a wife and mother (Williams) whose determination to build her dream home puts her at odds with the men in her life; and a young law student (Stewart) who forms an ambiguous bond with a lonely ranch hand (radiant newcomer Lily Gladstone). As their stories intersect in subtle but powerful ways, a portrait emerges of flawed, but strong-willed individuals in the process of defining themselves.
Will I watch? = No
RELEASE DATE: October 21, 2016
Jack Reacher: Never Go Back
Synopsis: Jack Reacher must uncover the truth behind a major government conspiracy in order to clear his name. On the run as a fugitive from the law, Reacher uncovers a potential secret from his past that could change his life forever.
Will I watch? = Maybe
Ouija: Origin of Evil
Synopsis: In 1967 Los Angeles, a widowed mother and her two daughters add a new stunt to bolster their seance scam business and unwittingly invite authentic evil into their home. When the youngest daughter is overtaken by a merciless spirit, the family confronts unthinkable fears to save her and send her possessor back to the other side.
Will I watch? = No
Boo! A Madea Halloween
Synopsis: Madea winds up in the middle of mayhem when she spends a haunted Halloween fending off killers, paranormal poltergeists, ghosts, ghouls and zombies while keeping a watchful eye on a group of misbehaving teens.
Will I watch? = No
Keeping Up with the Joneses
Synopsis: A suburban couple becomes embroiled in an international espionage plot when they discover that their seemingly perfect new neighbors are government spies.
Will I watch? = No
I'm Not Ashamed
Synopsis: The Columbine Massacre of April 20, 1999 completely redefined America's view of the lives of high school students. Drawn straight from Columbine victim Rachel Joy Scott's words and journal entries, through the insight of her mother, Beth Nimmo, it is the true story of a high school student whose compassionate, caring faith caused her to reach out to fellow students including her killers who made her a target of their murderous plan.
Will I watch? = No
RELEASE DATE: October 28, 2016
Inferno
Synopsis: When Robert Langdon wakes up in an Italian hospital with amnesia, he teams up with Dr. Sienna Brooks, and together they must race across Europe against the clock to foil a deadly global plot.
Will I watch? = Yes
American Pastoral
Synopsis: Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning Phillip Roth novel, AMERICAN PASTORAL follows a family whose seemingly idyllic existence is shattered by the social and political turmoil of the 1960s. Ewan McGregor makes his directorial debut and stars as Seymour 'Swede' Levov, a once legendary high school athlete who is now a successful businessman married to Dawn (Jennifer Connelly), a former beauty queen. But turmoil brews beneath the polished veneer of Swede’s life. When his beloved teenage daughter, Merry (Dakota Fanning), disappears after being accused of committing a violent act, Swede dedicates himself to finding her and reuniting his family. What he discovers shakes him to the core, forcing him to look beneath the surface and confront the chaos that is shaping the world around him.
Will I watch? = No
6 FLICKS PICKS
Which films make the cut?
6. Jack Reacher: Never Go Back — Ironically enough, I would have to go back, because I never saw the first one. It looked like a generic soulless action movie from the trailers, so I didn't bother with it, but since it came out, I've heard some good things. As such, I would need to check that out first before going to see the sequel, but this is a very limited month and it edges out Kevin Hart: What Now? because comedy specials in a movie theater always feels weird to me, and I can't give Max Steel the last spot as it looks so childish.
5. American Pastoral — Ewan McGregor is underrated, Dakota Fanning has a ton of talent, Jennifer Connelly is still gorgeous and I'm sure she'll be great as well, and the tone of the trailer was nice and eerie, so again, on a limited month, this suddenly gets the #5 spot. If this were the summer, it probably wouldn't make the list until I heard some buzz, which I haven't yet.
4. The Birth of a Nation — Putting all of the controversy aside, this could be one of the biggest and most important movies of the year when it comes to the Academy Awards, so it's almost a must-see.
3. The Girl on the Train — I still don't have a clue what the hell this movie is about (although I'm assuming some girl is on some train at some point) and I like it that way. A few short synopses and being told it's "the next Gone Girl" and I'm intrigued.
2. The Accountant — Ben Affleck as a hitman with crazy intelligence? Yeah, I'm in.
1. Inferno — I loved The Da Vinci Code and while Angels & Demons didn't measure up quite the same, I enjoyed that a lot as well, so Inferno is the only movie out of this list I knew for sure I'll be checking out months ago. For a point in time, it was just this film and Gambit on my list for October, but we all see how the Ragin' Cajun turned out, so that leaves Tom Hanks and hopefully not that weird ass haircut from the first film.
WHICH MOVIES ARE YOU INTERESTED IN CHECKING OUT?
TELL US IN THE COMMENTS BELOW!
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Anthony Mango
- Friday, September 30, 2016
On the latest edition of the Fanboys Anonymous Reviewpoint podcast, hosts Tony Mango and Shaun Walker break down the hits and misses of the first season of Marvel's Luke Cage Netflix television series.
What were the positives and negatives of Luke Cage season 1? Did it live up to the hype or was it a disappointment?
Check out the podcast below on YouTube, iTunes, and Stitcher. Make sure to subscribe and tell us your thoughts on Luke Cage in the comments below!
Marvel's Luke Cage Season 1 (2016)
SHOWRUNNER:
Cheo Hodari Coker
WRITTEN BY:
Cheo Hodari Coker, Archie Goodwin and John Romita Jr.
STARRING:
Mike Colter (Luke Cage), Mahershala Ali (Cornell Stokes / Cottonmouth), Alfre Woodard (Mariah Dillard), Simone Missick (Misty Knight), Theo Rossi ("Shades" Alvarez), Frank Whaley (Rafael Scarfe), Frankie Faison (Pops) and Rosario Dawson (Claire Temple)
After a sabotaged experiment leaves him with super strength and unbreakable skin, Luke Cage (Mike Colter) becomes a fugitive trying to rebuild his life in modern day Harlem, New York City. But he is soon pulled out of the shadows and must fight a battle for the heart of his city, forcing him to confront a past he had tried to bury.
Season 1 Episode 1 "Moment of Truth"
Season 1 Episode 2 "Code of the Streets"
Season 1 Episode 3 "Who's Gonna Take the Weight?"
Season 1 Episode 4 "Step in the Arena"
Season 1 Episode 5 "Just to Get a Rep"
Season 1 Episode 6 "Suckas Need Bodyguards"
Season 1 Episode 7 "Manifest"
Season 1 Episode 8 "Blowin' Up the Spot"
Season 1 Episode 9 "DWYCK"
Season 1 Episode 10 "Take it Personal"
Season 1 Episode 11 "Now You're Mine"
Season 1 Episode 12 "Soliloquy of Chaos"
Season 1 Episode 13 "You Know My Steez"
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Anthony Mango
- Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Directly on the heels of the finale for season 18 of Big Brother, another season is starting, although there are a few changes to the formula. This isn't the official 19th season (although it may be counted as such in the future) and it's referred to as Big Brother: Over the Top as well as airing on CBS All Access—the network's online-exclusive platform. The same formula should be applicable where a new group of houseguests from all sorts of different backgrounds and different personalities will compete for a chance to win some cash, but instead of the standard $500,000 prize, the smaller season means they can get away with it just being $250,000. For the past few years, I've been making it a point to give my initial perspective on the cast members before the season has officially started, as well as my predictions for what's to come.
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| Meet the cast of Big Brother: Over the Top - #BBOTT 2016 |
Keep in mind that I'm usually terrible about this, as it revolves around the most basic information out there, and the show revolves around twists that can change the game up at any time. Even when it comes to my favorites and those who I dislike, I tend to change my mind at different points when they prove me wrong one way or the other. Definitely don't place any bets in Las Vegas on what is down below—even when it comes to who I think the jerks and the people I'd be rooting for will end up being!
Alex Willett
Age: 25
Hometown: Grandbury, TX
Current City: Grandbury, TX
Occupation: Animation designer
Three adjectives that describe you: Determined, creative, and perceptive.
Favorite activities: Playing The Settlers Of Catan and lifting heavy at the gym. I'm goal oriented and being fit is big to me. And playing piano; I took lessons for eight years.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother: Over the Top house?
100-percent not having access to a "mental escape," having no books, phones, articles, or games as a means to relax. Also, no communication with family will be tough.
Do you have a strategy for winning the game?
Connect with people on different "layers":
Layer 3 ("The crazies") - People I don't like (aka my main targets).
Layer 2 (4-5 people I vibe with) - Manipulate them to make moves for me.
Layer 1 (1-2 people I 90-percent deeply trust) - Who I talk crazy strategy with.
Once layers are set up, I can be a strategic power player.
Which Big Brother Houseguests do you like the most and least?
Dan Gheesling! Season 10, Dan was so likeable and smart. He elevated the game with his strategy and his funeral was jaw dropping. Like, everyone bow down to Dan please. Least is James Huling from Season 18. I can't stand how he and everyone else this season wants to make a decision as a house vote. PLAY THE GAME! Not just get to jury.
What would you take into the house, and why?
The entire Harry Potter book series, a treadmill for endorphins because I'll need them if people piss me off, and a hairstylist, in case my extensions get ratchet.
Fun facts about yourself:
1. I can do flips! Was a competitive gymnast with Nastia Lukin back in the day.
2. I ate McDonald's for every meal to get all the Pokémon toys once.
3. I've competed in races like Tough Mudder and beat all the boys.
4. I've been to Europe five times and visited over 13 countries.
5. I have to drink energy drinks before movies because I don't have the attention span.
Danielle Lickey
Age: 23
Hometown: Visalia, CA
Current City: Visalia, CA
Occupation: Preschool teacher
Three adjectives that describe you: Competitive, sarcastic, and a leader.
Favorite activities: Playing flag-football, cooking, and photography.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother: Over the Top house?
Being away from my son. I've never been away from him for more than five days. He's my best friend, my right-hand man, and my motivation.
Do you have a strategy for winning the game?
I plan on being a good player in competitions and making myself someone worth aligning with. I plan on finding one or two people I am 100-percent loyal to. I hope to have a good social game and not be afraid to make BIG moves.
Which Big Brother Houseguests do you like the most and least?
I'd liked Derrick Levasseur's gameplay from Season 16. He played a smart, loyal game and was always three steps ahead.
I liked Zakiyah Everette from Season 18 the least. She should have used the position more with the guys and played them to get ahead.
What would you take into the house, and why?
Picture of my son because I'll miss him, camera because I would want memories to bring home with me, and someone to thread my eyebrows.
Fun facts about yourself:
1. I am very obsessed with Harry Potter.
2. I have seen EVERY episode of Friends, like, 20 times.
3. I play flag football.
4. I go to Disneyland at least once a month.
5. I am the definition of expect the unexpected!
Justin Duncan
Age: 27
Hometown: New Orleans, LA
Current City: New Orleans, LA
Occupation: Seafood restaurant owner
Three adjectives that describe you: Rambunctious, down to earth, and vocal.
Favorite activities: Fishing, sculpting, and writing.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother: Over the Top house?
Being away from my family and the city of New Orleans because I've never been away that long.
Do you have a strategy for winning the game?
Win America. Become friends with everyone. Win the challenges. Do whatever I have to in order to win Big Brother.
What would you take into the house, and why?
Snacks.
Fun facts about yourself:
1. I sing everything.
2. I like to get my groove on.
3. I'm very random.
4. Can have fun at any time. I'm an instant party.
5. I'm ready for whatever!
Kryssie Ridolfi
Age: 31
Hometown: Chicago, IL
Current City: Schaumburg, IL
Occupation: Waitress
Three adjectives that describe you: Sassy, loudmouth, and charming.
Favorite activities: Making music, lifting weights, and cooking.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother: Over the Top house?
Walking away from my band Evil Engine at such a crucial point. Our guitarist just abruptly quit after a huge soap-opera quality lie came to light, and we're rebuilding from the ground up while keeping momentum.
Do you have a strategy for winning the game?
I'm hilarious and manipulative, just the right blend of both. I plan to use both of those traits seamlessly to gain trust and scoot circumstances around to my favor every week.
Which Big Brother Houseguests do you like the most and least?
Casey Turner from Season 11 is by far my favorite. He didn't get enough of a chance to charm the world. ROBBED. Jessie Goddarz from Season 11 bothered me a lot. I work out at a hardcore bodybuilding/power-lifting gym and I feel like he fit the stereotype of the self-absorbed meathead. They aren't all like that.
What would you take into the house, and why?
I need a notebook to write lyrics and strategize, a couple dumbbells to maintain my sanity, and a dead-lift platform and squat rack!
Fun facts about yourself:
1. I belch loudly and robustly.
2. I became a singer by accident.
3. I have an enormous collection of horror movie memorabilia.
4. My Simpsons trivia knowledge is scarily thorough.
Michael "Cornbread" Ligon
Age: 41
Hometown: Augusta, GA
Current City: Augusta, GA
Occupation: Foreman of a tree removal company
Three adjectives that describe you: Outgoing, funny, and loving.
Favorite activities: Canoeing, camping, and ATV-ing.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother: Over the Top house?
Being away from family for so long and not being able to see what's going on in the outside world through social media or television.
Do you have a strategy for winning the game?
Go with the flow, make plenty of friends, be strong in competitions.
Which Big Brother Houseguests do you like the most and least?
Donny Thompson from Season 16. He's just a good ole boy. He's funny and outgoing and he's real. Least favorite is Devin Shepherd because he was deceitful. He changed like the wind and lied a lot. Basically, I don't like people who are arrogant.
What would you take into the house, and why?
I don't really have an answer for this question. I don't really need anything but myself.
Fun facts about yourself:
1. I'm a three-time Redneck Olympic champ.
2. I'm a very good problem-solver. When something's broke, I can fix it with whatever's laying around.
3. I have over 3,000 friends on Facebook and I use it as a way to get laughs.
4. I am the president of a canoe club.
5. I have little videos I make called "Cornbread's Redneck Mobile News" on YouTube.
Monte Massongill
Age: 25
Hometown: Olive Branch, MS
Current City: Olive Branch, MS
Occupation: Engineer associate
Three adjectives that describe you: Leader, strong, and stubborn.
Favorite activities: Sports, being outdoors, and working out.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother: Over the Top house?
The unknowns. Who can I trust? Who is a threat? Who is gonna do whatever it takes? Constant evaluation of the situation.
Do you have a strategy for winning the game?
I always have a plan. I can play dumb to some people. I am also very smart and capable of deep-thinking. I believe I could relate to everyone in some way.
Which Big Brother Houseguests do you like the most and least?
Season 12, I seemed to like Hayden Moss at first. Good guy who seemed to have a quiet confidence. I did not like Enzo Palumbo. I suppose my Southern influence made me not like a Jersey guy.
What would you take into the house, and why?
Weights, healthy food, and TV.
Fun facts about yourself:
1. I was born in Nashville and moved seven times.
2. I've been to Montana twice.
3. I had a serious injury at FedEx and I'm lucky to have my hand.
4. I put a guy in a seizure by a fart.
5. I play drums and I golf left-handed, but write and throw right-handed
Morgan Willett
Age: 22
Hometown: Granbury, TX
Current City: Austin, TX
Occupation: Publicist
Three adjectives that describe you: Sassy, honest, and talkative.
Favorite activities: Online sale shopping, painting, binge-watching TV.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother: Over the Top house?
Focusing on my game and myself. I feel like it will be so easy to get wrapped up in everyone's drama, but I want to remember I'm here to win. Plus, not having a phone will suck.
Do you have a strategy for winning the game?
Charm 'em then cut 'em. I plan on using my Southern cheerleader charm to win people over and get them to love me, but when it comes to being cutthroat, I'm not scared. I'm putting myself first, I ain't afraid to tell it like it is, either.
Which Big Brother Houseguests do you like the most and least?
The most, Frankie Grande and Nicole Franzel from Season 16. Frankie because he brought so much energy to the house—I love energetic people!—and I loved Nicole because she represented for all the small-town sisters and she reminded me a lot of myself.
The least is Victoria Rafaeli from Season 16. Girl didn't do a dang thing! She viewed herself as a princess and just got used and carried to the end. Gag me! I'm a fighter and hate hiding behind others and being viewed as just a pretty face.
What would you take into the house, and why?
A teasing comb because I hate flat hair, a two-month supply of Red Bull because I'm addicted to caffeine… literally, and legit running shoes because I plan on winning all the challenges.
Fun facts about yourself:
1. I've had abs since I was little and they won't go away.
2. I can paint portraits really well.
3. I can rap all of Lil Wayne's "Right Above It" like a PRO.
4. I interviewed Jennifer Garner at a movie premiere.
5. At a football game, I met Matthew McConaughey and his kids.
Neeley Jackson
Age: 33
Hometown: Fort Worth, TX
Current City: Fort Worth, TX
Occupation: Sales associate
Three adjectives that describe you: Outgoing, outspoken, and fun.
Favorite activities: Working out, shopping, and going to movies.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother: Over the Top house?
The biggest thing will probably be that I am located away from the outside world. No Instagram or Facebook, and I have to deal with the same crazies everyday.
Do you have a strategy for winning the game?
My strategy is to play down my intellect, and to be the fun and sexy one. I am not going to show my athleticism.
Which Big Brother Houseguests do you like the most and least?
Most: Janelle Pierzina from Seasons 6, 7, and 15 because she was strong, outspoken, and willing to do whatever to win.
Least: Ian Terry from Season 14 because he was too whiny and, basically, a big baby the entire season.
What would you take into the house, and why?
1. My wigs: I can be extremely jazzy.
2. My music: I live through music.
3. My dog: He is my life.
Fun facts about yourself:
1. I got a full scholarship to college.
2. I won 2nd in my high-school class.
3. I have won awards for hula hooping.
Scott Dennis
Age: 24
Hometown: Bangor, ME
Current City: Bangor, ME
Occupation: Debt collector
Three adjectives that describe you: Honest, persistent, and strategic.
Favorite activities: Tennis, chess, and poker.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother: Over the Top house?
People overreacting to things I said or did. Legitimate strategy is always cruel and necessary to win the prize and I am not taking half measures.
Do you have a strategy for winning the game?
I am positive. You will see me forming three-person alliances. I feel three is the most stable alliance size. If I can merge two three-person alliances to make a five-person alliance, then my win condition is met.
Which Big Brother Houseguests do you like the most and least?
To avoid a top five answer, I gotta go with Danielle Reyes from Seasons 3 and 7. She had strategy, heart, and a lot of personality.
I didn't like Josh Welch from Season 9. He was horrible to so many women that season. He had a terrible smug attitude when he was at his best.
What would you take into the house, and why?
Deck of cards for games and photos of my family.
Fun facts about yourself:
1. My two lifelong dreams are to raise a family and play Big Brother.
2. My high-school chess team came in 1st and 2nd all four years.
3. I am a virgin and have only had three girlfriends.
4. I sweat a lot.
Shane Chapman
Age: 24
Hometown: Brevard, NC
Current City: Pisgah Forest, NC
Occupation: Roofer
Three adjectives that describe you: Strong, kind, and ambitious.
Favorite activities: Golf, video games, and working out.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother: Over the Top house?
Figuring out who I can trust and be friends with.
Do you have a strategy for winning the game?
Be friends with everyone, find a person I can trust, and try slowly to take people out.
What would you take into the house, and why?
Chewing tobacco and Xbox live. I have dip in my mouth all day. When I came home, I play Xbox with my best friend in Florida two hours a night.
Fun facts about yourself:
1. I am 24 and still can't stop picking my nose.
2. My eyes suck and I can't see six feet away without contacts.
3. I have sleepwalked outside onto our deck.
4. I was almost a golf pro, but decided not to become one.
5. I hiked 600 miles to break up with my girlfriend at the time.
Shelby Stockton
Age: 24
Hometown: Fountain Hills, AZ
Current City: Simi Valley, CA
Occupation: Recent law-school graduate
Three adjectives that describe you: Goofy, stubborn, and obnoxious.
Favorite activities: Classical piano, eating, I forgot what hobbies I have because I spent 14+ hours a day in the library this summer.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother: Over the Top house?
Having to eat slop. I am not sure I can stomach it.
Do you have a strategy for winning the game?
Fly under the radar and avoid alliances for the first few weeks, pretend I work as a waitress, and generally, pretend to be dumb.
Which Big Brother Houseguests do you like the most and least?
Most: I like Hayden Moss from Season 12 because he is hot and went to ASU.
Least: I don't like Britney Haynes and Monet Stunson from Season 12 because they just sit around talking smack all day.
What would you take into the house, and why?
Makeup, a Harry Potter book because I will always love Harry Potter, and a secret stash of junk food because I don't want to share.
Fun facts about yourself:
I have hyperhidrosis (aka really sweaty hands and feet).
I won a spelling bee in 7th grade.
I used to have a creepy laugh in middle school and it earned me the name "the Ghost."
I am obsessed with barbecue sauce.
I've never seen Star Wars, The Godfather, or Scarface.
Whitney Hogg
Age: 21
Hometown: Whiteburgs, KY
Current City: Whiteburgs, KY
Occupation: Medical assistant
Three adjectives that describe you: Southern, bubbly, and passionate.
Favorite activities: Spending time with family, sleeping, and traveling to different places.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the Big Brother: Over the Top house?
Being away from home. Family is everything. Without them, I would have nothing. Do you have a strategy for winning the game? Be myself, lie when I have to, and make people fall in love with innocent, little ol' me!
Which Big Brother Houseguests do you like the most and least?
Janelle Pierzina from Seasons 6, 7, and 15 was amazing! She was a beast at comps and managed to stay in the house even when she was hated.
Amanda Zuckerman from Season 15 was SO annoying! She was loud and everything was always about her. She was a crybaby when things didn't go her way.
What would you take into the house, and why?
A fan because I can't sleep without one, a journal to write everything down, and a picture of my family. They keep me going.
Fun facts about yourself:
1. I've never been any further west than Western Kentucky.
2. I know every word to every Shania Twain song.
3. I can cook the meanest chicken casserole.
4. If I could have any job in the world it would be a talk show host.
5. I have had the same friends since Pre-K.
MY THOUGHTS / PREDICTIONS
This cast screams "B-squad" and I really don't like how they're desperate to use the "over the top" gimmick phrase. The more you claim that you're crazy and wild, the less interesting you probably are, and everyone here seems either boring or like they're trying too hard.
My Favorites = Danielle, Morgan
The Lovable One / America's Favorite = Alex or maybe Whitney for the women, Monte for the men
The Confrontational One / Villain = Neeley and Shelby already know that they are going to be confrontational, so let's just give the win to them. Kryssie, on the other hand, I think might be acting. She could definitely be up there as far as starting arguments, but I feel like she doesn't have as much of a mean streak in her in comparison.
Biggest Physical Threats = Morgan for the women (and perhaps overall), Monte for the men
Biggest Mental Threat = Kryssie or Shelby....I'm not falling into the Scott trap.
Most Attractive = For my personal tastes, Shelby is the most attractive at a first glance, but her laugh is awful and her personality might be even worse. Danielle and Morgan would probably be my major picks. Whitney would be so much cuter if it weren't for her voice—I'm just not into the southern belle thing.
The Showmance = Shane or Monte with one of the Willett girls (Alex most likely)
The Bromance = I don't think we'll have a strong one this year
Most Annoying = Cornbread, Neeley, Shelby's laugh, Whitney's voice, Justin
The Crybaby = Whitney, Scott
The Dumb Jock = Monte
The Weakest Link = Cornbread, Whitney, Scott
Winner Potentials = Morgan for the women, Shane for the men
They also had mentioned either Jason Roy or Jozea Flores would be returning to the game. I wasn't a fan of either of them during their seasons, so...not digging that aspect. Can't we have Zach Rance or Nick Uhas or anyone else who was interesting but not annoying?
Throughout the season, you can hit me up on Twitter @ToeKneeManGo to get my thoughts on Big Brother as it is happening and as I'm watching the live feeds.
What are your first impressions of this group?
Who would you like to see win?
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