Are you okay? Terry Bogard, the most recognizable fighter in the King of Fighters franchise (well, him and Mai) is coming to life in plastic form, thanks to Bluefun/Tamashii. The D-Arts Terry Bogard is set to hit this December, here is the info from the Bluefin Facebook page: Terry Bogard, the “Legendary Hungry Wolf” who has pounded his opponents in […]
(Photo by Nolan P. Smith-Pastrami Nation) Time is running out. The window for subscribing to the He-Man/Masters of the Universe Classics line ends next week, same with the sub for DC Universe Classics and the new Watchmen figure. Scott Neitlich, aka Toy Guru, has made another updated video, this time showing off some articulation on the much demanded Ram Man, […]
Time keeps on ticking…ticking…ticking…into the future… Five days. Five days and the Kickstarter project known as Agent 88 comes to an end. So, we have heard from Digger, the mastermind behind the project. We heard from Kay D’arcy, the actress and martial artists behind Agent 88. Who’s next? How about actor/former pro wrestler Tyler Mane? [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PyZh-A9SgzY&w=640&h=360] I’m a fan […]
Now, YOU have the power! As we reported on in July, the Masters of the Universe Classics line from Mattel is in danger of coming to an end. The success of the line and it’s future rests in the hands of the fans. How? By subscribing! The line is offered as a subscription service, where each month you will be […]
An epic is now animated. The Dark Knight Returns, the modern day classic Batman tale by Frank Miller, is now a two part animated film from DC Entertainment. Released today was the first trailer, and from what I saw, I’m impressed! Hardcore Bat-fans will know all too well the story of The Dark Knight Returns, but for those that don’t, […]
A great example of classic film-making. Studio Ghibli and Neon Genesis Evangelion’s Hideaki Anno have made quite the short film. “Kyoshinhei Tokyo ni Arawaru” (Giant God Warrior Appears in Tokyo), is made with no computer animations. Instead, it relies on the classic film techniques of old, like using miniatures and model sized sets. The Museum of Contemporary Art in Tokyo […]
Damn, do I love a good fighting game. August 7th marks the North American release of anime fighter Persona 4 Arena. Based on the Persona game worlds and from the makers of the fantastic Blazblue series…well, I’m not going to lie, that’s really all I know about it. I did get my hands on it at E3 this year, and […]
Now this is worth a look. Digger, the founder of Art Asylum, the company that brought the world the best mini figures in the world, Minimates, has an awesomely cool Kickstarter project running, which includes producing a web series and exclusive Minimates. Check out the Kickstarter project at http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1460783231/agent-88-the-web-series, and look at all the different levels of donations and what […]
All good things must come to an end…lets hope just not now. Mattel’s Scott Neitlich, aka Toy Guru, has posted another video addressing the price increase for the Masters of the Universe Classics figures for 2013, how the game plan has changed to finishing in 2016 to trying to tie up loose ends for 2014, and more. Check it out. […]
By Nolan Patrick Smith High Desert Daily (Victorville) The Ice Age franchise has been a crowd pleaser since 2002, as the world fell in love with the unlikely trio of a mammoth, saber tooth tiger and a sloth. Now four films deep, does the fourth entry hold on to the magic that made it a CGI icon, or has the […]
(All pictures were taken by Nolan P. Smith and Jason T. Smith-Pastrami Nation) T-U-R-T-L-E Power meets Morphin time! The heroes in a half shell and the Power Rangers were big at SDCC: from their presences at the Nickelodeon booth, to the free IDW TMNT comic that was being handed out, to the cart in the parking lot near Petco Park […]
The pics just keep on coming. Check out some more awesome costumes we ran in to at the San Diego Comic Con. The Boy Wonder All Grown up… Finish Him! Now THAT’S Steampunk! The Humanoid Typhoon with the traveling priest with a past… Don’t fear the reaper…
You have to see it to believe it. During Comic Con, a mural was created featuring the Lord of the Rings characters in Lego form. The mural was done in a 3D look but as a 2D mural. Take a look for yourself at the awesome artwork!
Import toys never fail to impress. Bandai/ Blue Fin, who are known for their impressive Dragonball Z, Mega Man X and Godzilla figures, had quite a showing for the con. On display were many new DBZ characters, including Cell, Krillin, Nappa, and more. The Mega Man X collection had two very impressive pieces: Vile’s robot suit and the villain for […]
There’s no place like home. At SDCC, Disney astounded the audience with a trio of films, one being Sam Raimi’s Oz The Great and Powerful. Starring James Franco, the film looks to push the limits of imagination. Check out the trailer below as well as a short description from Disney’s Trailer YouTube Channel. In Theaters March 8, 2013 Disney’s fantastical […]
MORTAL KOMBAT! It’s official, we get a new season of the awesome Mortal Kombat Legacy Series! This time, its all about the tournament! Check out the video below! [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SfmyVkkDMrU&w=640&h=360]
Check out a few quick pictures from the San Diego Comic Con! Check out the signing with the stars from Breaking Bad (Jesse Pinkman (Aaron Paul) smiled and waved for our camera!), Dick Tracey investigating something afoot, a Predator who defeated the Avengers, the merc with a mouth Deadpool guarding the exit, and a zombie lunch. All pictures from SDCC […]
If you’re a fan of Disney’s super popular Vinylmation vinyl collectible figures then you’re in for a treat! A tasty treat! It is only here at this year’s San Diego Comic Con that Vinylmation fans will have the opportunity to purchases 8 different exclusive 3-inch vinyls from the So Tasty food series, each with its scent. Fans will also have […]
Thundercats, Hoooooooooooo! The Thudercats have arrived at the 2012 San Diego Comic Con. The REAL Thundercats. The true, classics that we all grew up with loving in the 80’s have finally been done true justice with the latest series of Minimates from Art Asylum and Icon Heroes. To get you started on your way on this great collection, Action Figure […]
Today is the day! Pastrami Nation is on the road to San Diego! Look for news, pictures, updates and all that as the event of all events gets going: the San Diego Comic Con!
Question: Which bear is the best bear? Answer: By looking at the box office, I’d say the TEDdy Bear. Seth MacFarlane’s Ted earned $54.1 Million this weekend, making it the highest grossing debut weekend for an original, R-rated comedy. Created by the mastermind behind Family Guy, American Dad, and The Cleavland Show, Ted stars Mark Wahlberg, Mila Kunis, and MacFarlane […]
What a way to kick off the summer. Once again, Anime Expo is taking over the Los Angeles Convention Center. running June 29th-July 2nd. For those that don’t know, the Anime Expo celebrates the art forms of Anime, Manga, Video Games, Comics, Cosplay and more. Pastrami will be on hand to cover the event, bringing you the best from convention […]
Cowabunga! Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is coming back to the small screen this fall. Check out the first trailer and see what you think! [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnLQpMeXzYc&w=640&h=480]
It’s a bummer for everyone’s favorite heroes in a half shell. The Hollywood Reporter broke news today that the much talked about reboot of the franchise by Michael Bay has now been pushed to 2014, reportedly due to issues with the script. Here is an excerpt from the article: Paramount Pictures has shut down a planned reboot of the Ninja […]
It is a bittersweet day for fans of Marvel Comic’s latest duo of animated series. Today came the announcement that Disney XD’s Avengers: Earth Mightiest Heroes will not be renewed for another series. The animated series brought to life some of the most beloved characters in the Marvel Universe, from the Black Panther, Power Man, Iron Fist and the Guardians […]
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Disney’s Wreck It Ralph made a HUGE splash at E3 this year with an EPIC trailer. What’s epic? How about Street Fighter, Pac Man, Bowser…interested? You have to check this out. Starring John C. Reilly, Wreck It Ralph hits theaters this fall!