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Greetings Film Fiends and welcome to John Doe's Film Blog. 30 years of dedicated celluloid obsession has meant that I have seen a few films. Drawing attention to some of the lesser discussed gems that I love. Cult classics, obscure curios and quality genre pictures. This blogs purpose is to translate some of my passion for these films and with luck, inspire you the reader to go check em out.

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My Name is Bruce – Be Warned

July 22nd 2008 00:02

Bruce Campbell gets out the BOOM-STICK!.

My Name is Bruce Poster

“Unlike most action stars I can speak…what’s the word? English!” – Bruce Campbell

Everyone’s favourite lantern jawed cult hero Bruce Campbell is famous for his part as Ash in the Evil Dead trilogy and for cameos in a multitude of other Sam Raimi’s films since. His legacy extends to summoning the spirit of the king, brilliant as retirement village Elvis in Bubba Ho-Tep and numerous other horror curios like Maniac Cop.

Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell on Evil Dead

Now the big man himself stars in and Directs the horror comedy My Name is Bruce. The cock sure B grade legend plays himself. Buying into his own image when a small town in Oregon is invaded by “the chinese god of war, protector of the dead” he thinks he is the only man capable of smighting the beast, he is wrong!
“You need someone who can take on a heinous monster and stop it in its tracks…That would be me.” – Bruce Campbell

A comic book hero

Written by Mark Verheiden who worked on the Battlestar Galactica reimagining and co starring buddy Ted Raimi (Army of Darkness), My Name is Bruce is due for release in October in the US and on DVD in January 2009.

Bruce in make up for My Name Is.

The new trailer (below) for the film had JD trying to conjure a “she-bitch”, “just to give it some sugar”. So crack out the “boom stick” and get ready to chug some bourbon, molest some women and whip some evil oriental butt.

Monster hunting in the woods

On a side note if you are even remotely a fan of Bruce, check out his autobiography titled If Chins Could Kill: Confessions of a B Grade Movie Actor, it’s a frank and hilarious behind the scenes struggle of sub-existence within the film industry.

Dani Kelly co-stars in My Name is Bruce

Images courtesy of evildeadnews.com

My Name is Bruce Trailer

Bruce Campbell, Roger Corman, Rob Zombie and Faizon Love with Jon Favreau for Dinner for 5 – Part 1.

Bruce Campbell interviewed by Craig Ferguson

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John Doe says Goodbye to George Carlin

July 1st 2008 00:01

A Short Farewell to a Man With Many Words

George Carlin R.I.P.

Word maestro, language illusionist and observer of cultural and social profundity the subversive Comedian George Carlin died 5 days ago in L.A. It’s taken till now for John Doe’s grief to allow him to type this meagre salute.

The final member of JD’s holy trinity of influential comedians to become a statistic of the worlds number one killer…death! (Lenny Bruce and Bill Hicks being the other two). JD actually did a tribute to George Carlin much earlier in his blogging career that traced Carlin’s history and generally rambled on with word like satiric genius and verbal heroics.

Who me??

His compelling wit and articulate communication offered provocative cultural, corporate and theological philosophies that will be missed. There are now only 3 words that John Doe wishes were never said on television…”George Carlin Dead!”

Click HERE to read JD’s earlier post on George Carlin which includes more clips from his live performances.

As Orblers are entertaining readers by battling out the Abortion argument, here is a timely perspective on the debate from Mr Carlin

A Post humous look back at George waxing lyrical about Death

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John Doe Beams into SupaNova 2008

June 26th 2008 00:01

Supa Nova 2008 Australia

Supanova Femtrooper alert!

Sunday June 22nd 2008 – Sydney

JD woke up Sunday morning in full Starfleet mode, that is to say his inner geek was “giddy as a schoolboy”…it was time for SupaNova 2008. This is Australia’s largest Sci-Fi, Comic Book, Anime, Video Gaming convention. It’s an expo of TV, Film, Animation and Graphic storytelling with beloved guests and tons of added extras.

A sign of Anime-zing things ahead

As Johnny, Mrs Doe and Mr Cave bounced into the dome of Sydney’s Olympic Park waves of endorphins instantly flooded the system. The main arena was converted into pop culture Nirvana. A prop perfect Bobba Fett menacingly passed by, an authentic fully operational R2 unit beeps and leggy women recreating their favourite Anime characters waltz by, all this 10 feet in!

John Doe hardens up as Bounty Hunter Bobba Fetts protege

There were stalls aplenty (Eg: Madman, Siren, Kings Comics, Gifts for Geeks) offering Collectibles, DVD’s, Comics and a treasure trove of rarities more valuable than answering the riddle of the Sands. Cruising up and down the fantastical alleys of commerce surrounded by a crowd of simpatico outcasts, fellow tourists to reality sharing an unspoken kinship it was hard not to wish that the weird and wacky people were not expelled to asylums if they behaved in a similar way in public.

Supanova 2008 - a long shot perspective

Arriving at the JB Hi Fi Seminar room just in time for a midday Q & A with Nichelle Nicols who played Ahura on the original Star Trek series increased the surreal buzz. Exceptionally well practised in the art of storytelling to fandom, her benevolent presence was every bit as assured and stoic as her most famous role. It was a treat to hear the famous martin Luther King anecdote first hand.

Nichele Nichols signs autographs for the Gladiators

Heading back into the cataclysm of delights the gang was ecstatic to see the impish Beauty Jewel Straite who plays Kaylee (Shiny) in Firefly and Serenity. Charming and again embodying the essence of her character in real life, during the Q & A she entertained with on set stories and tales mainly orbiting Stargate Atlantis and rightfully her Brown coat adventures.

The new generation of Battlestar Galactica was represented by the ebony siren Kandyse McLure and it is here that JD has to apologise for having no photos of either feminine wonder because of a misusing of flash and lens. Chatting to one of the vendours the exciting news that July 9th Battlestar Galactica's James Callis (Baltar) and Jamie Bamber (Apollo) will be in town. (Visit The Hub Productions for more info)

Another high shot

Naturally Mr Doe is also a comic book fanatic and having the pleasure of having Writer/ Illustrator Howard Chaykin impart his artistic wisdom and industry experiences enlightened. Working for DC comics and Marvel he was a smart, funny and informative host, his brutally honest approach made meeting him as memorable as any famous face. Watching him sketch his latest signature Wolverine

John Doe meets the fans

Our rag tag crew left the main docking bay as Earth’s sun set in the West, exhausted and elated from the day’s abundant rewards. Sharing the experience discussion turned to the events more populated US counterparts like San Diego Comic-Con and Dragon Con. Continuing to lace our thoughts long after, next year John Doe will be in the U.S and may be able to attend these mammoth Prince’s of this fantastical Universe.