The morning in Hall H opened with the funny filmmaking trio of Edgar Wright, Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. To make it even funnier, Chris "Nerdist" Hardwick, also the host of 'The Talking dead' was the panel moderator. From the last of the Cornetto Trilogy to the ever present "Button lady", this panel did not disappoint where humor is concerned. It was fun and a fabulous way to wake up. A fan of 'Shaun of the Dead' and 'Hot Fuzz', I am looking forward to the latest and last installment of a trilogy named for ice cream, from Edgar Wright, 'The World's End'.
Are you wondering what a Cornetto is? Well it is present in every one of the three movies, but if you haven't seen it, we Americans were enlightened by our British entertainers, that it is an ice cream cone, whose closest counterpart is probably a Drumstick. If that isn't satisfying enough for you, try this... Cornetto Ice Cream.
Cold sugary confections aside, let's move on. The World End comes out in August and looks to be just as funny as it's two predecessor's. I want to see it just because it is made by these three. Their movies are a fun rollercoaster ride of craziness and laughing. The chemistry between the two friends, Pegg and Frost, is more than perfect and it leaves for a fun time.
Next up was Veronica Mars. I have only seen one episode, I liked it, but forgot about it. I didn't realize that when I had finally seen an episode, the show had actually been canceled. That said, I think people should go see this movie just based on the fact that the capital behind the show was funded by 90,585 fans who raised over five million dollars in about ten hours on Kickstarter.com. How awesome is that? That is true dedication. The panel was lively and funny, which makes for good chemistry, which will make for a good movie.
Kickass 2. What can I say about KickAss 2? I have never seen the first one, but the trailer for the second looks amazingly funny! The stars of this movie are not only hilarious in the film, but freakin' funny during the panel. Two stars were missing, Jim Carrey and Chloe Grace Moretz, but Moretz beamed in via satellite. I can tell you now, that young lady is going to go a long way in the entertainment business. She is young, but she is classy, witty and smart.
KickAss 2 was followed up by Riddick. Vin Diesel looks like a bad ass. Sounds like a bad ass, but has a demeanor of a fun guy, with a bit of a little boy that emerges when his laughs turn into manly giggles. It is endearing and sweet. This is all good for the ladies and gentlemen who are fans of his, BUT don't let the real man fool you, the trailer did not disappoint when it comes to badass. The sound grabs you from the inside and shakes you inside out. My kind of movie. The action...BOOM, there was one scene that made Laura cringe and look away, while I squee'd with joy. That doesn't say much for me, but then my mind does have its dark corners. *sassy face*
Finally it was time for the panel I was waiting for...the one I missed last year and the show that finally stopped getting away from me, The Walking Dead. SQUEE! What a great panel. Funny, witty, great trailer for the new season, amazing actors and an all around camaraderie that reflects on the screen whether it is the hero, the villain or the man struggling with moving on in a world that keeps fighting back. The upcoming season is only going to get better, badder and more zombified. Who should one be afraid of, the Humans or the Zombies? Great thought, though Hardwick took a little ribbing for thinking the humans were more dangerous. The exploration of the human existence in a post apocalyptic world ravaged with flesh eaters, is interesting and I can't wait to see how they touch on this in season four. Oh yeah and Norman Reedus was there. How can you not adore someone who is badass with a crossbow? Team Daryl all the way. haha!
It was a great day for panels for us, as we left after the TWD, but it only got more interesting when the elevator on the bridge crossing over from the Hilton garage, broke and I had to carry Laura's wheelchair down a 80+ steps. I certainly got my exercise today...oh yeah, bring on the zombies that have overrun Petco!!. On second thought, no. I still won't step into Petco as a "survivor" and I am such a big chicken, I won't even be a spectator. hahaha! keep them in my television thank you.
Tomorrow...early early again for the Warner Bros. and Marvel panels....and The Hunger games. Those three I am waiting for with anticipation and giddiness. You willed us great seats today, so will us great seats again tomorrow! thank you and yay!! =-D
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