14 June 2018

Next Edition of Moviebill Allows Fans To Bring Jurassic World Dinosaurs Home With Them

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"Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom" - Moviebill poster
"Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom" - Moviebill poster
On June 22, Regal moviegoers will be able to experience another MOVIEBILL, this time tailor-made for Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment's Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom

Moviebill's editorial team has been working in tandem with Universal to create an edition that celebrates the franchise and provides an unparalleled experience utilizing augmented reality (AR) technology that is paired with in-depth commentary. 
This new edition is exclusive to Regal moviegoers who attend the opening weekend of Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, in theaters on June 22.
The Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom Moviebill will feature exclusive interviews (in print and AR format) with star Bryce Dallas Howard and director J.A. Bayona, along with an AR welcome message from star Chris Pratt
The interactive centerfold activates a premium AR experience that allows fans to enter a "dino-lab" and bring to life an array of 3-D dinosaurs. The experience includes a sample of the dinosaurs that players can collect and battle in Jurassic World Alive, the location-based AR mobile game developed by Ludia, in partnership with Universal. 
The edition is packed with stories and film insights from cast and crew across 28 pages of collectible content and games.
Universal Pictures commissioned the cover art exclusively for Moviebill, which also includes other exclusive illustrations and images such as a never-before-seen image of filmmakers and the cast on set of the original Jurassic Park.
This ultimate guide will be available for free to Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom ticket holders. The Regal mobile app will continue to host Moviebill's image-recognition technology, which brings the AR content to life for more than 9 million users. 
The Jurassic World issue is released on the heels of the app's initial launch for AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR, when 1 million copies were distributed within three days; the app has achieved close to 3 million scans to-date.
"Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom is the most immersive Jurassic film to date. We can't wait for fans to see what we've put together and be able to experience the magic of bringing dinosaurs back to life," said James Andrew Felts and Matthew Shreder, co-founders of Moviebill.
"Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom" (Image via LoupDargent.info)
About Moviebill:
Moviebill is an entertainment print, mobile and online media platform that utilizes Augmented Reality technology to bring content to life for the biggest movies of the year. Created by Concourse Media principals James Andrew Felts and Matthew Shreder, Moviebill offers moviegoers exclusive content and interactive experiences nationwide through their studio and cinema partnerships. Each edition of Moviebill is tailor-made to one of the most highly anticipated blockbuster movies of the year and is hand-delivered directly to each moviegoer at the cinema. Shreder and Felts run a multi-faceted entertainment group which manages three separate divisions: film distribution company Concourse Film Trade, creative marketing and audience engagement firm I&Co, and moviegoer experience company Concourse Cinema Ventures which operates Moviebill. Felts and Shreder have distributed over 30 feature films in their tenure as entertainment executives.
Still from the "Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom" movie
Still from the "Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom" movie (image via regmovies.com)
About "Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom":
It's been three years since theme park and luxury resort Jurassic World was destroyed by dinosaurs out of containment. Isla Nublar now sits abandoned by humans while the surviving dinosaurs fend for themselves in the jungles. 

When the island's dormant volcano begins roaring to life, Owen (Chris Pratt) and Claire (Bryce Dallas Howard) mount a campaign to rescue the remaining dinosaurs from this extinction-level event. Owen is driven to find Blue, his lead raptor who's still missing in the wild, and Claire has grown a respect for these creatures she now makes her mission. 

Arriving on the unstable island as lava begins raining down, their expedition uncovers a conspiracy that could return our entire planet to a perilous order not seen since prehistoric times.

With all of the wonder, adventure and thrills synonymous with one of the most popular and successful series in cinema history, this all-new motion-picture event sees the return of favorite characters and dinosaurs—along with new breeds more awe-inspiring and terrifying than ever before. 

"Welcome to Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom."

Stars Pratt and Howard return alongside executive producers Steven Spielberg and Colin Trevorrow for Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom
They are joined by co-stars James CromwellTed LevineJustice SmithGeraldine ChaplinDaniella PinedaToby JonesRafe Spall and Isabella Sermon, while BD Wong and Jeff Goldblum reprise their roles. 
Directed by J.A. Bayona (The Impossible), the epic action-adventure is written by Jurassic World's director, Trevorrow, and its co-writer, Derek Connolly
Producers Frank Marshall and Pat Crowley once again partner with Spielberg and Trevorrow in leading the filmmakers for this stunning installment. BelĆ©n Atienza joins the team as a producer.
Moviebill's next edition will be for MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – FALLOUT in July.
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13 June 2018

Based on the Real Life Story of Jack Parsons, 'Strange Angel' Explores the Intersection Between Genius and Madness, Science and Science Fiction

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STRANGE ANGEL - Poster
STRANGE ANGEL - Poster
CBS All Access announced today that its latest original drama series, STRANGE ANGEL, will launch on its service in Canada on Thursday, June 14
⏩ New episodes of STRANGE ANGEL's 10-episode first season will be available on demand weekly on Thursdays exclusively for CBS All Access subscribers in Canada, mirroring the series' roll-out in the U.S.

STRANGE ANGEL, a drama series created by Mark Heyman ("Black Swan," "The Skeleton Twins") and based on George Pendle's book of the same name, is inspired by the real life story of Jack Parsons and explores the dramatic intersection between genius and madness, science and science fiction.
Jack Parsons (Jack Reynor), a brilliant and ambitious blue-collar worker in 1930s Los Angeles, works as a janitor at a chemical factory but dreams of building rockets that will take mankind to the moon. As he helps pioneer the unknown discipline of rocket science by day, by night Parsons is pulled into a new occult religion created by Aleister Crowley, performing sex magick rituals to bend the world to his will and make his fantastical dreams a reality.
The cast of STRANGE ANGEL includes Jack ReynorRupert FriendBella HeathcotePeter Mark KendallMichael GastonGreg Wise, Rade Å erbedžija, Zack Pearlmanand Keye Chen.
STRANGE ANGEL is produced by CBS Television Studios in association with Scott Free Productions. Mark HeymanDavid DiGilioRidley Scott and David W. Zuckerserve as executive producers. Clayton Krueger serves as co-executive producer, and David Lowery ("A Ghost Story," "Pete's Dragon") directs and executive produces.

Strange Angel: The Otherworldly Life of Rocket Scientist John Whiteside Parsons
Strange Angel: The Otherworldly Life of Rocket Scientist John Whiteside Parsons - book cover
About the book the TV series is based on:
Strange Angel: The Otherworldly Life of Rocket Scientist John Whiteside Parsons

ROCKET SCIENTIST KILLED IN PASADENA EXPLOSION screamed the headline of the Los Angeles Times. John Parsons, a maverick rocketeer who helped transform the rocket from a derided sci-fi plot line into a reality, was at first mourned as a scientific prodigy. But reporters soon uncovered a more shocking story: Parsons had been a devotee of black magic.

George Pendle re-creates the world of John Parsons in this dazzling portrait of prewar superstition, cold war paranoia, and futuristic possibility. Fueled by childhood dreams of space flight, Parsons was a leader of the motley band of enthusiastic young men who founded the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, a cornerstone of the American space program. But Parsons's wild imagination also led him into the occult- for if he could make rocketry a reality, why not magic?

With a cast of characters including Howard Hughes, L. Ron Hubbard, and Robert Heinlein, Strange Angel explores the unruly consequences of genius.
STRANGE ANGEL
STRANGE ANGEL  (image via BoingBoing)

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Ten Parenting Lessons We Learned From "Modern Family"

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The Pritchett-Dunphy-Tucker clan in Modern Family.
The Pritchett-Dunphy-Tucker clan in Modern Family. (TM and (C) 2017 Fox and its related entities. All rights reserved.)
Arguably one of the most popular and well-loved TV shows on today is sitcom and mockumentary Modern Family (which is available on FOX+). With a total of 75 Emmy nominations and 22 wins, the series has provided both critics and fans everywhere with fresh and clever stories about three very different American families.
The Dunphys are the traditional nuclear family, the Pritchetts tell the step parent narrative, and the Tucker-Pritchetts represent the LGBT parenting family.
The diverse set-ups lay the groundwork for both comedic and relatable stories, bringing home laughter while also teaching very insightful and touching lessons.


Still from "Modern Family Seasons 1-6 (Trailer) for Fox+"
Still from "Modern Family Seasons 1-6 (Trailer) for Fox+"
Here are 10 parenting lessons audiences can learn from Modern Family:
1. Celebrate the ways your children are different, even if you don't understand it
If there's anything that is clear from the characters of Modern Family, they all have a certain set of peculiarities. The children especially ­-- from Manny being a poetry-loving thespian to Alex an extreme geek, each kid from every family is unique. They even differ in heritage (Lily from Vietnam and Manny from Colombia). 
Even if their parents don't always get their interests, they surely will always support them.
2. "Peer"-enting: Being a friend to your kids is important
"Act like a parent, talk like a peer". Famously quoted by Phil Dunphy in the first season, "Peer"-enting is being pals with your children while still guiding them, Phil demonstrates that connecting with them as humans and finding ways to be friends with them has benefits in making the trust and relationship stronger. 
This way, you don't alienate them or detach yourself from their lives.
3. It's okay to admit your mistakes and flaws to your children
While many parents would rather that their children always see a perfect version of mom and dad, being open enough to admit mistakes to them takes the pressure of the parents and allows the children to connect better with them. 
This has been showcased many times in Modern Family where viewers witness the kids being able to see their parents as people who aren't perfect, letting them to have more empathy for mom and dad.
4. Your kids can inherit the best of your qualities
Kids pick up on so many things. It would surprise parents to discover what qualities and traits of theirs their children have gained throughout the years. 
Sometimes, it just takes a little bit of trust and letting the kids figure things out for themselves in order for mom and dad to see how much they've imprinted themselves on their children.
5. Walk the walk
Many parents can fall trap to telling their kids one thing while doing the exact opposite, and then chalking it off to "because I said so!" In one particular episode of Modern Family, viewers got to see the value of follow through and leading by example. 
This ultimately lands so much stronger with children and really lets them learn the lesson well.
6. Don't underestimate your children
Sometimes, as parents, it's easy to want to micro-manage and try to get everything done for the kids. However, a little independence can go a long way and it could be surprising what children can come up with when given the opportunity. 
Many times in the show, viewers saw Manny, Luke, or even Haley rise to the occasion, even when it was not expected of them.
7. Parents need regular "me-time" too
Parents can feel guilty about wanting to take some time for themselves, but not only is it healthy for their well-being, but it can also let the whole family decompress. 
This rings especially true for new parents, just like when Mitch and Cam first adopted Lily. After some time for themselves, they felt refreshed and rebalanced for the new challenges ahead.
8. You and your partner are a team -- you should appreciate each other and make each other look good
Parent vs. Parent has been a running theme in Modern Family, maybe because it happens so often to real life parents. Whenever conflict happens, especially in front of the children, the tendency is to throw the other under the bus. 
However, it is made clear in Modern Family that the best way out of any sticky situation is to work as a team, knowing each other's strengths and weaknesses, and continuing to appreciate each other.
9. Let kids make their own mistakes and experience life as it's happening to them, not as it happened to you
It's natural for parents to not want their children to commit the same mistakes that they did, but sometimes there are things that children have to experience for themselves. After all, parents can't protect their children from everything -- heartbreak, failure, or rejection. 
There are some lessons that have to be learned the hard way, even if parents already know the outcome. In several episodes, viewers have seen all three parenting units of Modern Family have to watch as their own children have life happen to them.
10. You are probably doing just fine
The best parents will always doubt themselves at some point and feel like a total failure. The pressure of parenting is one of the toughest in the world and one of the most relatable moments from the show is when the parents show some vulnerability. 
As long as everything is coming from a place of love, the mistakes can be forgiven and become a funny story in the end. Just take it from Modern Family.
SOURCE: FOX+
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12 June 2018

Ant-Man and The Wasp Set for Release in Panoramic ScreenX Format

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Still from the 'Ant-Man and The Wasp' ScreenX Trailer
Still from the 'Ant-Man and The Wasp' ScreenX Trailer
The Walt Disney Studios and ScreenX have set Marvel Studios' Ant-Man and The Wasp for a release in the panoramic, premium cinema technology format, and it was announced at CineEurope in Barcelona, SpainAnt-Man and The Wasp is set to premiere around the world beginning July 4.
The announcement follows the successful release of Marvel Studios' Black Panther in ScreenX, the world's first multi-projection system that provides a 270-degree film viewing experience.
"Watching Black Panther move through Wakanda and Busan in the panoramic format was a thrilling experience, and we are excited to see Ant-Man and The Wasp magnified in this transformative, bigger-than-life format for audiences," said Victoria Alonso, Executive Vice President, Physical Production, Marvel Studios.
"The innovative and immersive environment created by ScreenX is truly amazing and a wonderful way to enjoy a film like Ant-Man and The Wasp," said Jeff Forman, Senior Vice President, International Theatrical Sales, The Walt Disney Studios. "We look forward to fans being able to connect and experience the film in ways they have never imagined."
In the past 12 months, ScreenX has seen a surge in the number of ScreenX installed auditoriums, which has grown from 107 to 142, a 33% increase year-over-year. Additional screens are expected to be equipped with the unique technology across China, the U.S. and Europe in the coming months, expanding current total screens by more than 30% by the end of 2018. 

This includes a deal with B&B Theatres announced earlier this year at CinemaCon 2018 that will bring four new ScreenX locations to the U.S. through 2019, including the largest ScreenX experience in the world opening soon in Kansas City.
"Disney and Marvel Studios continue to be a pleasure to work with, as we collectively look towards the future of cinema by making innovative experiences available to movie fans around the world. Building on Black Panther's success in ScreenX, we expect great things this summer with Ant-Man and The Wasp taking on our multi-projection, panoramic technology," said Byung-Hwan Choi, CEO of CJ 4DPLEX.
About Marvel Studios' Ant Man and The Wasp:
From the Marvel Cinematic Universe comes Ant Man and The Wasp, a new chapter featuring heroes with the astonishing ability to shrink. 

In the aftermath of Captain America: Civil War, Scott Lang grapples with the consequences of his choices as both a Super Hero and a father. As he struggles to rebalance his home life with his responsibilities as Ant-Man, he's confronted by Hope van Dyne and Dr. Hank Pymwith an urgent new mission. 

Scott must once again put on the suit and learn to fight alongside The Wasp as the team works together to uncover secrets from the past.
Ant-Man and The Wasp is directed by Peyton Reed and stars Paul RuddEvangeline LillyMichael PenaWalton Goggins, Bobby Cannavale,  Judy Greer, Tip "T.I." Harris, David DastmalchianHannah John-KamenAbby Ryder-FortsonRandall Park, with Michelle Pfeiffer, with Laurence Fishburne, and Michael Douglas.
Kevin Feige is producing with Louis D'Esposito, Victoria AlonsoStephen BroussardCharles Newirth, and Stan Lee serving as executive producers. Chris McKenna & Erik Sommers, Paul Rudd & Andrew Barrer & Gabriel Ferrari wrote the screenplay. 
Ant-Man and The Wasp hits U.S. theaters on July 6, 2018.
About ScreenX:
ScreenX is the world's first multi-projection system designed to enhance the cinematic immersiveness of the theatre setting. It was created in 2012 by CJ CGV, part of South Korean conglomerate CJ Group, as one of the company's industry-changing "next cinema formats", alongside 4DX, the global-leader in multisensory cinema technology with motion and environmental effects. 

ScreenX allows moviegoers to experience beyond the frame of the movie screen by utilizing a proprietary system that expands images of feature films and pre-show advertising to create an immersive, panoramic, 270-degree format that projects onto three walls of theaters.  

To date, ScreenX has been installed in over 142 screens around the world, including 86 screens in South Korea; 44 screens in China; 3 in the United States; 4 in Turkey; 2 in Vietnam and 1 in ThailandJapan, and Indonesia.
SOURCE:  ScreenX
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Four Reasons Why Homeland's Carrie Mathison is One of Our Favorite TV Leads

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Claire Danes as Carrie Mathison in Homeland.
Claire Danes as Carrie Mathison in Homeland. (© 2018 Showtime Networks, Inc., a CBS Company. All rights reserved)
Since its premiere in 2011, the American thriller Homeland has gone on winning both the hearts of viewers and accolades from the entertainment industry. The first season was met with near universal acclaim and was named the best show of 2011 by TV Guide. 
To date, Homeland (which is available on FOX+) has won Outstanding Drama Series, Lead Actor, Lead Actress, and Writing Emmy awards across the span of its run.
The show centers on CIA agent Carrie Mathison (Claire Danes) and U.S Marine Nicholas Brody (Damian Lewis). 

The premise of the first season focused on agent Mathison's obsession with Brody's potential "threat" to the US after he had come home from being captured by Al-Qaeda.The series then evolves from this main storyline as new seasons came in.
Fans and critics have praised the show's exhilarating plot and gripping writing, but many have also credited the series' success to Claire Danes' performance as Carrie Mathison
Here are a few reasons why this agent is one of our favorite TV leads:
1.  She follows her instincts and gets things done
Part of why Carrie Mathison does so well as an agent is because even though constantly being doubted by her colleagues and peers, she takes the initiative to do things on her own. 
In the first season, she trusted her gut and conducted her own investigations, which led her team to helpful answers.
2.  She goes to great lengths to help those she loves
Without revealing too many spoilers, one of Carrie Mathison's most defining traits is what she will do to help out a colleague or someone she cares for -- whether it's protecting them, helping prove their innocence, or saving them from terrorists.
3.  She is flawed and deals with her own demons
Many viewers enjoy Carrie Mathison as a character because of how real, raw, and human she is. A lot of this can be chalked up to how often she makes mistakes on the show, how her flaws are often flaunted, and how she deals with it -- even makes the best of it -- anyway. 
From a dark family past to her constant struggle with her bipolar disorder to choices she's made that cost the lives of others, there is a lot of humanity and pain in her.
4.  She always puts the mission first
Despite all the setbacks and character flaws that Carrie is burdened with, one big reason why she is so riveting to watch and why audiences feel invested in her is because she has a true sense of determination and purpose. 
Throughout the series, her convictions are always being tested but the fire in her to do what is right and complete her missions always bring her through.
SOURCE: FOX+
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11 June 2018

Hyundai Preps for the All-New Veloster's Appearance in Marvel Studios' Ant-Man and The Wasp with a Fully Integrated Marketing Plan

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The all-new Hyundai Veloster will be making its Hollywood debut in Marvel Studios’ Ant-Man and The Wasp and Hyundai is suiting up to give fans an action-packed experience.
The all-new Hyundai Veloster will be making its Hollywood debut in Marvel Studios’ Ant-Man and The Wasp and Hyundai is suiting up to give fans an action-packed experience...
The all-new Hyundai Veloster will be making its Hollywood debut in Marvel Studios' Ant-Man and The Wasp and Hyundai is suiting up to give fans an action-packed experience. Leading up to the July 6 release, Hyundai is tapping into Ant-Man's superpowers with a fully integrated marketing plan that includes new commercials, an interactive sweepstakes and much more.
"Having our all-new Veloster immersed in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is a great way to entertain consumers and showcase the vehicle's stylish design and performance capabilities to a massive audience," said Dean Evans, CMO, Hyundai Motor America. "We wanted to take full advantage of this collaboration by engaging fans and providing them with experiences beyond the big screen."
"There's so much fun to be had with this film, which is why we're elated about the approach that Hyundai has taken with their campaign," said Mindy Hamilton, Marvel's SVP of Global Partnerships & Marketing. "The humor is there, the heart is there, and the creativity is firing on all cylinders because they're experimenting with the same sizing and scale gags that our heroes encounter all throughout the movie."
Hyundai's Ant-Man and The Wasp Broadcast Creative: 
Starting on June 11, Hyundai will air the new Ant-Man and The Wasp-inspired ad "Stoplight Standoff" on U.S. broadcasts. 
"Two police officers and a Veloster driver exchange in a very awkward standoff at a stoplight, as they each think the other is suggesting a race. Little do they know, a tiny Veloster based on the vehicle featured in the movie is the cause of confusion and is burning rubber between their cars, showcasing the car's cool and aggressive look.
 Ant-Man and The Wasp-inspired ad "Stoplight Standoff"
Still from the Ant-Man and The Wasp-inspired ad "Stoplight Standoff"
The new spot was shown for the first time globally at Hyundai's display at the Busan Motor Show in South Korea on June 7.
"We're huge Marvel fans, so we immediately recognized that our goal was to integrate Hyundai in a way that felt organic and paid homage to the comedy inherent in the films," said Joe Reynoso, associate creative director and Alvaro Soto, senior copywriter, both from Hyundai's agency of record, INNOCEAN USA, who helped develop the integrated Ant-Man campaign.
World Premiere: 
During the world premiere of Marvel Studios' Ant-Man and The Wasp, the Veloster from the film will be dressed as a packaged toy car that has been enlarged and displayed at the red-carpet event. 
Hyundai will also be sponsoring the premiere livestream that runs on Marvel's digital platforms. During the livestream, two segments will be dedicated to Hyundai and hosted by Marvel's on-air personalities as they explore more of the backstory behind Hyundai's placement in the movie as well as fan reaction to what's happening on the carpet.


Still from the Ant-Man and The Wasp-inspired ad "Stoplight Standoff"
Still from the Ant-Man and The Wasp-inspired ad "Stoplight Standoff"
Sweepstakes and Exclusive Screening: 
Marvel fans will have a chance at an early screening, as Hyundai will be placing around Los Angeles tiny toy versions of the Veloster, which will serve as movie passes to an exclusive showing. 
Hyundai will drop clues on its FacebookInstagram and Snapchat channels about the mini-car locations. Participants will also be encouraged to post about the scavenger hunt on their social channels, using #HyundaiVeloster
The scavenger hunt will take place in late June.

The screening event will give attendees a special experience with Hyundai and Marvel, and a shareable night out at the movies. The event will have fun photo ops, gift bag giveaways, custom artwork posters and a Hyundai Veloster display. Roughly 500 people will be able to attend the exclusive screening, which takes place on July 3 in Los Angeles, three days before the theatrical release. Seating at the event will be first-come, first-served for those that find a car. Advantage is helping manage the experiential screening event for Hyundai.
Hyundai will also implement the movie car into the trim section area on HyundaiUSA.com's Veloster landing page where guests can enter to win tickets to see Marvel Studios' Ant-Man and The Wasp. Additionally, weekly mini-ads highlighting the Hyundai Veloster will be placed within Marvel comic books from June 20 to July 25. Multiple versions of this creative will subtly appear at the bottoms of various other advertisements that are promoting the biggest upcoming Marvel Comics releases.
Finally, select Hyundai hand-raisers and owners will receive mail with custom artwork from Marvel artists of the Veloster that gives recipients exclusive early access to a behind-the-scenes featurette. The artwork will also be sent to all Hyundai dealerships to leverage in their showrooms.
"Ant-Man and The Wasp" - Imax poster
"Ant-Man and The Wasp" - Imax poster 
About Marvel Studios' Ant-Man and The Wasp:
From the Marvel Cinematic Universe comes Ant-Man and The Wasp, a new chapter featuring heroes with the astonishing ability to shrink. In the aftermath of Captain America: Civil WarScott Lang grapples with the consequences of his choices as both a Super Hero and a father. As he struggles to rebalance his home life with his responsibilities as Ant-Man, he's confronted by Hope van Dyne and Dr. Hank Pymwith an urgent new mission. Scott must once again put on the suit and learn to fight alongside the Wasp as the team works together to uncover secrets from the past.
Ant-Man and The Wasp is directed by Peyton Reed and stars Paul RuddEvangeline LillyMichael PenaWalton GogginsBobby CannavaleJudy Greer, Tip "T.I." Harris, David DastmalchianHannah John KamenAbby Ryder-FortsonRandall Park, with Michelle Pfeiffer, with Laurence Fishburne, and Michael Douglas.
Kevin Feige and Stephen Broussard are producing with Louis D'Esposito, Victoria AlonsoCharles Newirth and Stan Lee serving as executive producers. Chris McKennaErik SommersPaul RuddAndrew Barrer & Gabriel Ferrari wrote the screenplay. Ant-Man and The Wasp hits U.S. theaters on July 6, 2018.
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A Guide To Different Zombies in Pop Culture

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 A Walking Dead walker
A Walking Dead walker. (c) 2017 AMC Film Holdings LLC. All Rights Reserved.
For the past decade, the world has been entranced with the idea of zombies. From books to video games to TV, fans everywhere can't get enough.
The origins of the word 'zombie', according to the English Oxford Dictionary, come from West Africa. It's compared to the words 'zumbi', meaning 'fetish', and 'nzambi', meaning 'god'. The first recorded modern use of the word was by the poet Robert Southey in 1819, where he used it as 'zombi'.
It took a few decades for zombies to become mainstream -- the first known introduction of the zombie to popular media being the 1932 movie, White Zombie,which was inspired by Haitian myth involving voodoo. Since then, the living dead have come a long way, with it becoming difficult to keep up with all the zombie-related media cropping up. Of course, there are fan favorite standouts such as the Resident Evil franchise, Night of the Living Dead, and The Walking Dead series.
With all the love that zombies have been getting in pop culture, we've seen more and more kinds of them crop up. 
Zombies!
Zombies! (image via LoupDargent.info)
Here's a basic guide to the different kind of zombies you may encounter in popular media:
1. Voodoo Zombies
These zombies are the earliest known versions of the modern horror staple. These are essentially bodies that have been reanimated by some sort of spell or voodoo by either priests or necromancers. Unlike the modern zombie, they didn't eat human flesh but were used to do the bidding of their masters or as an incredibly frightening army. 
Voodoo zombies can be seen in relatively early films like White Zombie or I Walked with a Zombie.
2. The Romero Zombie AKA the "Walkers"
The father of probably the most classic and popular zombie concept is writer-director George Romero, who created the idea of the slow moving, groaning, flesh-eating monsters we all know and love. 
His 1968 film Night of the Living Dead and 1978 film Dawn of the Dead propelled zombies into mainstream media.  Since then, his concept of the zombie has been a template for future zombie-creators to follow, be inspired by, and deviate from -- the following zombies on this list not being too far from his original ideas. 
Today, the most popular home of the slow zombie is in the hit TV show, The Walking Dead.
3. The Runners
If Romero zombies are slow moving shufflers, runners (as the name implies) are zombies who will sprint to attack their victims. These make them incredibly more threatening and terrifying. Another slight difference from the slow zombies is that while slow zombies usually work and attack in hordes, it's no uncommon for runners to break away from the pack in order to attack. 
Runners can be seen in World War Z, Dawn of the Dead, and the video game Left 4 Dead.
4. The Crawlers
While this could be considered a sub-type of zombie, it's worth noting simply because not all zombies can turn into crawlers. Crawlers are essentially zombies that have lost their lower appendages and will instead crawl with their arms towards their victims, innards spilling galore. They're usually depicted as low-profile but also incredibly important to keep an eye on. 
One of the most iconic portrayals of a crawler is in the premiere of The Walking Dead.
5. Zombies with Special Skills
Writers in recent years have gotten creative with the idea of the zombie, which resulted in giving them horrifying yet entertaining power-ups. 
While the variations are almost endless, the more common ones we see are screaming zombies (allowing them to attract their co-corpses), puking zombies (whose vomit can hurt and or infect), bursting zombies (who at one touch, could burst and infect), and armored or tank zombies (who have super strength and are impervious to regular attacks).
‘Lucille’, the baseball bat of the Walking Dead villain Negan (Image via LoupDargent.info)
This list covers the only the basics of zombie categories, so there is a whole world of variations and permutations to be seen out there. These include infection type, intellect levels, and origin. But no matter what variant the zombie may be, one thing is for sure: zombies are a staple in some of the world's most beloved media. 
⏩ You can now get your fill of zombies with The Walking Dead on FOX+.

SOURCE: FOX+
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