New Pacific Rim Trailer Released

Fans lucky enough to attend Wondercon will have already seen this, but we're nonetheless pleased that a new trailer for Guillermo del Toro's upcoming blockbuster Pacific Rim has been released for our geekgasmic pleasure. Featuring a bunch of new footage from the film, we get to see monsters and robots battle it out amongst some spectacular CGI as humans try to protect the Earth from giant alien beasts, the Kaiju. Oh, yes. Yes, yes, yes. Starring...

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“I am Locutus of Borg” Tops SFX Star Trek Poll

After collecting over 1,000 votes in their Best 50 Star Trek Moments Ever poll, our friends at SFX have decided the all-time greatest Star Trek moment.The stunning “I am Locutus of Borg” cliffhanger climax to Star Trek: The Next Generation’s The Best of Both Worlds, Part One was voted to the top spot by fans, narrowly beating the famous and oft-quoted “KHAAAAAAAAN!” from The Wrath of Khan.The death of Spock, also from The Wrath of Khan, took third...

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Skarsgård For The Crow?

Following rumours that Tom Hiddleston is vying for the lead in Warner Bros much-anticipated remake of The Crow, it looks like he might have some competition in the shape of a handsome new contender.True Blood star Alexander Skarsgård is thought to be top of the studio's list for the part. Though, according to Deadline, no official offer has been made. Apparently, Hiddleston's involvement only went as far as a quick conversation with WB. But the actors'...

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The Great Whedon Teases The Avengers 2

Joss Whedon has given a hint at his grand plan for the Avengers trilogy. And those who were expecting Thanos to be the film's big bad might be disappointed. It looks like the writer/director is saving the Mad Titan for the end of the trilogy, telling DesdeHollywood: "Well, Thanos is more powerful [than The Avengers]. He's so powerful he's not someone you just trot out and then you punch him."Like he did in the comics, you want him to be threading...

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Star Trek Sneak Peek! Kirk Vs Spock

There's a lot of angry but sexy smouldering going on in the latest clip from Star Trek: Into Darkness as we see Kirk do his best to assert authority over John Harrison. Unfortunately, he fails a bit. Star Trek Into Darkness comes to UK cinemas on 9 May 20...

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Geeky Dates For Your Diary: May

From signings to launches, film releases, exhibitions and one-off events, here's our guide to all the geeky goings-on around the UK this May. Wed 1st: Nick Spencer and Frazer Irving @ Forbidden PlanetNick Spencer and Frazer Irving pop in to Forbidden Planet to sign copies of their new trade, Bedlam Volume 1.Thu 2nd: Al Ewing @ Forbidden PlanetJudge Dredd writer Mr Ewing will begin the month by signing copies of his new novel, The Fictional Man.Fri...

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The Cumberbeast Comes Over All Sinister For New Star Trek Into Darkness Trailers

JJ Abrams is certainly making the most of Benedict Cumberbatch's dulcet tones. In this latest trailer, which comes courtesy of Yahoo! Movies, the Cumberbeast's brooding villain John Harrison takes a look at "the mind of the Enterprise" promising to help him choose between logic and emotion in a rather sinister manner. Do you have tingles? We have tingles.For more, check out the previously released 'Disruption' trailer focussing on James Tiberius...

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Five Reasons To Watch Iron Man 3

Five years ago Robert Downey Jr. donned a suit of red and gold armour and gave geeks the world over a happy as he perfectly embodied one of Marvel's most-loved comic book characters. Four films and a cameo later, the man has perfected the art of quipping and the sexy arrogant swagger, making the role so much his own we can't imagine anyone else in it.But can he keep the momentum of the role going in his third solo outing as genius, billionaire, playboy,...

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Lee Pace Joins Guardians of the Galaxy Cast?

Rumour has it that Pushing Daisies, The Hobbit and Twilight actor Lee Pace is in talks to star in Guardians of the Galaxy.According to The Wrap, Pace is considering signing up to play the villain of the piece, though which baddie he'll be is being kept schtum.  Word on the grapevine is that Pace initially considered for the role of Peter Quill aka Star Lord, which ultimately went to Chris Pratt. But Marvel were so impressed with the actor's...

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London Gets Well And Truly Mjölnired In The First Trailer For Thor: The Dark World

Are you ready for some epic?This morning saw the release of the first trailer for Thor: The Dark World, in which Jane Foster (Natalie Portman) gets in trouble, Lady Sif (Jamie Alexander) looks badass, Thor (Chris Hemsworth) is more swoonsome than ever, and Loki (Tom Hiddleston) is up to something… probably.We can't help wondering why our fair capital city keeps getting a hammering on the big screen, though. What's Hollywood's problem with London,...

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So You Think You Could Be A Geeky Girl?

Do you spend half your time with your face buried in a comic book? Are you pant-wettingly excited about seeing Iron Man 3? Have you ever soberly sung along to the Once More With Feeling at the top of your voice on public transport without embarrassment or shame? Then you might be who we're looking for.After over three years spent conquering the blogosphere, we're admitting defeat. We're tired. Geeky Girls Love Sci-Fi has grown into a bit of a behemoth...

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James Gunn Discusses Guardians Of The Galaxy Rumours

We love a bit of new knowledge to kick off a Friday. And today's comes courtesy of Hey U Guys' recent interview with Guardians Of The Galaxy director James Gunn.The latest movie maker to join the Marvel family, Mr Gunn has confirmed that Guardians will start shooting at Shepperton studios in June, saying that the film will be a lot like The Avengers, but a "very colourful" version of it. "It’s a very big, huge movie," he said. "It’s different because...

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R-Rated Remake In Store For For Weird Science

As children of the 80s we have a huge nostalgic fondness for John Hughes' 1985 sci-fi comedy Weird Science. You remember it, right? Anthony Michael Hall and Iian Mitchell-Smith were two nerds who used their computer, a Barbie doll and a couple of bras to make Kelly LeBrock - a woman who's about as perfect as perfect can be. Shenanigans involving school bully Robert Downey Jr and big brother Bill Paxton ensue, Frankenstein wishes his monster had been...

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Superman's 75th Birthday Celebrated With New Man Of Steel Pic!

Today marked the 75th birthday of one of the world's first and finest superheroes - Superman. The first issue of Action Comics hit news stands out on April 18th, 1938. He's looking pretty good for his age, eh? To celebrate, this new still from Man of Steel has been released, showing Henry Cavill's incarnation of Kal-El in all his muscle-bound, lycra-clad Kryptonian glory. Long live the Man of Steel!Man of Steel, starring Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Michael...

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The Cumberbeast Talks Star Trek

There's still much mystery surrounding Benedict Cumberbatch's Star Trek villain John Harrison, with "Is he secretly really Khan?" being one of the biggest questions asked by the internet.And while The Cumberbeast isn't spilling any secrets, he has been chatting about his character's impact on Kirk, Spock and the rest of the Enterprise crew.The actor told SFX that former Starfleet employee Harrison is "a one-man weapon of mass destruction", adding...

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New Byzantium Trailer Released

Despite starring Gemma Arterton and Saoirse Ronan, upcoming vampire Brit flick Byzantium has largely gone under the radar.But we're very much intrigued by this tale of mother and daughter bloodsuckers, directed by Neil Jordan of Interview With The Vampire fame.Also starring Jonny Lee Miller, Sam Riley, Caleb Landry Jones and Daniel Mays, the gothic thriller follows baby vamp Eleanor (Ronan) who begins to question her lifestyle when she meets Frank...

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Geekgasm Alert! Smith & Tennant Spotted On The Doctor Who Set

Set your sonic screwdriver to AARRRGHHH!, people. The Tenth and Eleventh Doctors have been spotted standing next to each other on the Doctor Who set.Matt Smith and David Tennant were pictured signing autographs for fans and filming in front of the Tardis during a shoot for the show's 50th anniversary episode at Chepstow Castle. GOD it's good to see Mr Teninch back in a suit and converse. And doesn't he look spectacular alongside his Victorian-styled...

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Ryan Reynolds. Jeff Bridges. Zombies. Yeah.

Two great actors. Our favourite genre. What's not to like? But despite the headline details - Ryan Reynolds, Jeff Bridges, zombies - we've been somewhat sceptical about R.I.P.D. Ryan Reynolds stars as Nick Cruz Walker, a cop mercilessly gunned down on the job. But before his spirit can rise to heaven, Mary-Louise Parker offers him a job by the R.I.P.D – the Rest In Peace Department.Partnered with ghost detective Roy Powell (Jeff Bridges), Nick works...

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Iron Man 3: The Press Conference

Today, we made our way to London's proper posh Dorchester Hotel to witness a veritable love-in between Robert Downey Jr, his co-stars Gwyneth Paltrow, Rebecca Hall, Sir Ben Kingsley, Don Cheadle, writer/director Shane Black and co-writer Drew Pearce. The Downey was as dapper, charming and hilarious as you'd imagine, as he fielded questions from a room full of journalists about the third film in Marvel's Armoured Avenger trilogy, the difficulty in...

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Sci-Fi's Best Swears

We don't have a problem with profanity here at GG♥SF. Swears are said on a daily basis at our HQ (in a ladylike manner, of course), with extra points given for creative usage.And though we're respectful that not everyone has the casual attitude towards language that we do, we don't half find it funny when American shows take censorship past the point of realism. The best example is, of course, Jack Bauer off of 24. This is a character who kills without...

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New Trailer: Man of Steel - It. Is. EPIC!

A new trailer for Man of Steel has been released online by Warner Bros and holy crap, believe us when we say this film looks EPIC (we trust the use of crass capitals is conveying our sense of ridiculous excitement?). As one “rob B” on YouTube posted: “FUUUCCCCKKK MEEEE THUMBS UP!!!!!” We couldn’t have put it better ourselves. And in the first of a series of viral marketing videos, here’s a rather effective video message from General Zod (Michael Shannon) to the people of Earth. Freaky.  The new Superman reboot is directed by...

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The Hunger Games: Catching Fire Teaser Trailer

Violence, poverty and persecution still control the districts in The Hunger Games: Catching Fire sequel. Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) and Peeta Mellark (Josh Hutcherson) are back in the game, along with President Snow (Donald Sutherland) who is intent on eliminting Katniss.We're looking forward to this one. UK release date 22 November 20...

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New Star Trek Into Darkness Posters

Check out the new Star Trek Into Darkness posters released to whet our appetite (as if we weren't excited enough already).Spock (Zachary Quinto) takes the heat and Uhura (Zoe Saldana), well, she just looks hot.Directed by J.J. Abrams and co-starring Chris Pine and Benedict Cumberbatch, Star Trek Into Darkness UK release date is 9 May 2013....

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Eva Green Looks Fierce In 300: Rise Of An Empire

Wow. Check out Eva Green looking all badass and leather-clad and sword-wielding. Entertainment Weekly have revealed this new still of the actress from comic book sequel, 300: Rise of an Empire. Based on Frank Miller's comic, it takes place at the same time as the events of the first film.Green plays Persian general Artemisia, a woman obsessed with vengeance against the Greeks. She will be joined by Rodrigo Santoro, who returns to the role of Xerxes...

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Doctor Who Finale "Spine-Tingling" Says Coleman

We haven't seen the third episode yet, but Doctor Who star Jenna-Louise Coleman is already looking ahead to the series seven finale.Bit previous, isn't it?Anyway, she's said stuff so we're reporting on it, but… **WARNING: Mild Doctor Who spoilers follow.** In an interview with TVGuide, the actress described the finale as "exciting," adding: "It is phenomenal. My spine was tingling when I read it. "Again, I'm teasing you so badly here,...

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No Kryptonite In Man Of Steel, But These Pictures Might Make Up For It

Superman without Kryptonite is like… well, a really strong and powerful superhero without his greatest weakness. Potentially boring. But nonetheless, Zack Snyder has decided to eschew Clark Kent's radioactive Achilles' heel in Man of Steel. Instead, he says there'll be "emotional Kryptonite". Righty-ho.The director broke the news to Entertainment Weekly, explaining that he wants to make the character more relatable to the audience. "Although he is...

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