Welcome to today’s edition ofNerd Alert, where we have all the day’s eccentric, nerdy news for you in one convenient spot. What do we have in store for you on this glorious Friday? TheGhostbustersget animated in a bizarre and controversial way, we have a video breaking down all theMarvelmovies that never happened,Beyoncé Knowles' “Single Ladies” music video matches up perfectly to theDuckTalestheme song, and much more. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy all that today’sNerd Alerthas to offer.
GhostbustersGets a Controversial Animated Video
There have been rumors thatChanning Tatumis being sought to headline a newGhostbustersthat is reportedly being developed separately from directorPaul Feig’s all-femaleGhostbustersreboot. While we may never know ifChanning Tatum’sGhostbustersis happening or not,Mashedhas debuted a new animated video that featuresChanning Tatumas the newGhostbustersleader, who bosses around the original characters. They even have the lateHarold Ramis' Egon Spengler as a ghost himself, along with references to horror movies such asThe Ring,Alien,The Human Centipede (First Sequence)andSaw. The video is certainly divisive, with some calling it out for its poor taste, while others think it’s hilarious. Where do you stand?
MarvelMovies That Never Happened
Marvelmovies are bigger than they’ve ever been, but before their meteoric rise, there were several high-profile movies that never saw the light of day.The Dan Cavebreaks down these unproduced projects such asJames Cameron’sSpider-Man, Bo Derek asDazzler,Brigitte NielsenasShe-Hulkand many more.
Beyoncé Knowles' “Single Ladies”/DuckTales Mashup
Beyoncé Knowles' “Single Ladies” song was a smash hit in 2008, with a music video that is just as popular, with over 389 million views on YouTube to this day. The music video may be even better now, with YouTube userThe Baroness is Awesomereplacing the song itself with the theme to the animated TV series DuckTales. For comparison’s sake, we’ve included both the mashup video and original music video above.
Big Bird Sings Big Pun’s ‘Still Not a Player’
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Animal Robothas cut together an amusing little video featuringSesame Street’s iconicBig Birdsinging Big Pun’s hit rap song “Still Not a Player.” You’d be surprised at how well theSesame Streetfootage and this song go together.
Weekend Update Action Figures WithTina FeyandAmy Poehler
Before they went on to host theGolden Globesthree times, and star in their respective hit NBC shows30 RockandParks and Recreation,Tina FeyandAmy Poehlerhosted Weekend Update together onSaturday Night Live.Entertainment Earthis honoring these legendary Weekend Update hosts with their own action figures, which even come with a Weekend Update set. You canCLICK HEREto pre-order the set, which costs $29.95.
Marvel’s DaredevilEaster Egg Breakdown
It’s been nearly two months sinceMarvel’s Daredevildebuted its first season on Netflix, and I’m sure there are several fans who have watched every episode multiple times by now.Mr. Sunday Movieshas a detailed breakdown of all the Easter Eggs found in the first season in an extensive seven-minute video.
Top 10 Movie Technologies That Are Hilariously Outdated
Watch Mojohas compiled a list of their top 10 “futuristic” movie technologies that, today, seem laughably outdated. Among the notable selections are the “public video phone” inBlade Runner,Total Recall’s automated Johnny Cab, the wire frame map inEscape From New Yorkand much more.
The Flashand Reverse Flash Mods Released for GTA V
While CW’sThe Flashis on hiatus after a successful first season, fans can experience a much different version of Barry Allen in a new mod for the popularGrand Theft Auto Vvideo game. YouTube useriCrazyTeddyshows us some of the gameplay as Barry, although it’s quite clear that he doesn’t have the same super speed in the game as he does on the hit TV series.
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