Dawn of the Superhero

In recent years we have seen a surge in the production of superhero films. Marvel’s “The Avengers,” “The Dark Knight,” and “The Dark Knight Rises” have grossed over $400,000 domestic, and sit among the top 50 highest grossing films of all time (not adjusted for inflation). This statistic is no fluke because, as I was delightedly researching superhero movies, I found that in 1978 Superman the movie was released and became the second highest grossing...

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The Age of Sequels

It almost seems like every time I hear of a new movie’s release, that movie happens to be a sequel, prequel or franchise movie in its 7th installment. Recently, I came across an article explaining that New Line/WB’s “The Conjuring” is already looking to develop a sequel even though the movie has yet to be released. At first, this information came as a surprise. Why would a movie that comes out on Friday already have a sequel? Well, I decided to take a look at some of the elements that made this post possible. First, the director of the film...

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Full Seasons On Netflix!

The way we experience a show’s progression and story arch has not changed much since the advent of television. While technology has improved the way we access the programs, we must still wait a week to watch new episodes. This model works for many shows that have had full seasons without any major fluctuations in ratings, but for other shows it may prove detrimental. This Sunday, May 26, Arrested Development will have a chance to test...

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The Second Screen Experience

Midway through any given television show, I find myself looking at my phone and having to rewind the program to see what I missed. Usually, the culprit is Viggle. Viggle has been a part of my routine for about five months and provides its users with a unique way to earn rewards while watching TV. For example, if Batman Begins were airing on ABC Family right now, you could check in a-la “Shazam”, and wait for the points to rack up. If it was a featured program,...

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TORRENT The Movie

A while ago I posted a gif I made for a friend's movie.  ..::TORRENT::.. A reminder.  Well, finally the movie has begun the process of allocating funds for production. Since this is an independent production we need help raising money. The donations come with free merchandise depending on the amount donated. I have read the script and feel that it is a great and innovative film. Filled with everything you want in a sci-fi movie. I hope...

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The Best way to Sell-Out

In the past few months there has been lots of discourse regarding the jerseys our professional athletes wear. Currently the NBA seems to be leading the conversation about including sponsor logos on the jerseys themselves, but this may be an issue that traverses between all American sports. Internationally, it may be hard to find sports jerseys that don’t have a sponsor stitched alongside the team name. In some cases the name of the sponsor is just as famous...

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AD outdoes Shyamalan w/ Surprise Ending

In 1863 Vin Mariani, a popular European drink of the time, became the first drink to be endorsed by a celebrity. Since then, businesses have been pursuing celebrities of all types to promote their brand. In the sports world, it’s all about the getting the best athletes to promote your product. I daresay brands like Nike or Under Armor would not be as dominating as they are today without the celebrities they’ve collaborated with over...

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ESPNU? ...Where's ESPNW?

Professional sports have a history of male dominated broadcasting. Recently, we have seen female journalists wielding the microphone on the sidelines, but does this mean that the male dominated industry is balanced? The short answer is no, not really. While it is refreshing to hear the female perspective, there is still some discrimination when it comes to sports broadcasting. If you take a closer look, you will see that for the most part, female analysts and journalists are usually only seen on the sidelines during timeouts and between...

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Teaser Poster Gif.

I made this for a friend's film project. My first handmade gif. -Ja...

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Safety isn't just a position.

The past few years in the NFL have been turbulent at best. One of the largest liabilities the NFL currently faces is the issue of player safety. Football has always been an aggressive sport that comprises elements of danger. While the sport has not dramatically changed in several years, the players have been getting stronger and faster due to improvements in sports science and workout techniques. These improvements in player physicality have surpassed the strength and quality of the gear that is meant to protect them and has been...

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#2 - Texas A&M

The benefits of being a professional athlete are numerous. One of the biggest perks of extraordinary athletic skill is the ability to profit from your name and likeness. Endorsements account for millions of an athlete’s yearly income. In 2010/11 Michael Jordan earned about $60 Million through contracts with companies like Gatorade, Nike, and Hanes. LeBron has made about $40 Million, and Washington Redskins’ rookie dynamo, RG3, has recently signed several deals with Gatorade, EvoShield, and Subway that will earn him millions in revenue....

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The Year of LeBron

When I think of the biggest sports headline of 2012, my mind races with so many options. The world of sports is so large, that I cannot honestly choose one story over another. 2012, like many other years, had an abundance of significant headlines, from the NBA lockout to the London Olympics. I felt overwhelmed trying to find the biggest story, and then it came to me. 2012 was a big year for NBA superstar LeBron James, despite what the majority of...

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