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Test Your Spaceship IQ!

Identify the following ships…

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SCORE = /80

How’d you do?

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May 25, 2022: Amazing Covers!

A few that caught my eye this week…

Jennifer Blood #8 – cover art by Tim Bradstreet

Adventureman #9 – cover art by Terry Dodson, Rachel Dodson

Hellcop #7 – cover art by Brian Haberlin, Drew.

Ice Cream Man #30 – cover art by Jesus Aguado

Killadelphia #22 – cover art by Elia Bonetti

Saga #59 – cover art by Fiona Staples

Magic: The Hidden Planeswalker #2 – cover art by Miguel Mercado

Power Rangers Universe #6 – cover art Qistina Khalidah

Batman: Fortress #1 – cover art by Doaly

Swamp Thing #13 – cover art by Mike Perkins

Collector Unit 731 #2 – cover art by Will Conrad

So, which were YOUR favorites?

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May 24, 2022: The Tuesday Edition!

Well damn.  We walked by the new takeout place in our neighborhood, Kevin Shwarma (so-named because our neighbor, Kevin, tipped us of to its existence) only to discover it opens for lunch at 1:00 p.m.  I mean, come on!  What kind of foolery is this?  Why even bother opening for lunch if you’re not going to be open for lunch?  Who eats lunch at 1:00 p.m. besides drifters and Brits?

A tale of two tweets…

This opens up an opportunity for my Curry Doge premium series. https://t.co/XLWQB4x2WJ pic.twitter.com/2mVLTjhWVW

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 24, 2022

"Executive Producer: DarkWing84" https://t.co/Kj5m7RcUFe

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 24, 2022

Meanwhile, in case you’re wondering what it’s like to work in show business…

Also a fair approximation of what it's usually like to create and pitch a series. https://t.co/nb75qPwpNc

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 24, 2022

Ah, this takes me back…

Hey, t.v. twitter. What's the worst thing an exec has ever said to you? Me –
After two years of development, I was informed they were choosing another show over mine –
"It was a really close call and it could've gone either way if that makes you feel any better."
It did not.

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 24, 2022

Today’s Yes/No…

Taco Pickles? Yes/No
'Taco pickles' are the ultimate combination of spicy and sour https://t.co/awnFc7X5yw

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 24, 2022

Yeaaaaaargh!

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May 23, 2022: Book Club Blab Blog on hold! Let’s discuss other stuff!

Alas, no Baron’s Book Club Blab Blog today as I’ve been distracted by writerly things and, thus, haven’t had the opportunity to read a single book.  Hopefully, that will change soon-ish, but I’m almost halfway through breaking two scripts that should have my thoughts elsewhere well into early June.

I’ll be honest with you.  Kind of disappointed with my U.S. agent’s response to my feature script.  He likes it a lot, loves the characters – but doesn’t know where to place it.  Apparently, the fact that it’s a small, character-driven period piece makes it a very tough sale.  So, I don’t know.  I could try to raise 2-3 million dollars to make the movie myself – but that would require a total rewrite to make it more Canadian content-friendly…which I don’t want to do.  OR, I could reach out to a few of the small production companies I know and see if they’re interested.  OR I could forget about getting it made and take solace in the fact that, as my other agent put it: “it remains a wonderful sample to prove you can write outside of scifi.”  OR I can become embittered, call it a wrap, and shift focus to full-time stock research.  After I’ve finished delivering the three scripts I’ve been commissioned to write, hear back on a couple of projects, and set up the Power Mage series of course.

On this day in history 1934, Bonnie and Clyde were killed in a police shoot-out near Gibsland, Louisiana.

Read more: https://t.co/AOxVsur31M pic.twitter.com/A8w0G9ZiiX

— History Defined (@historydefined) May 23, 2022

Law enforcement ambushed the couple in Bienville Parish, opening fire without warning and unloading 130 rounds on them. Their crime spree and dramatic end inspired the classic 1967 film Bonnie & Clyde with its memorable final scene…

Akemi read this sign as "divorce repair" and wanted to recommend it to some friends presently going through a break-up. pic.twitter.com/Vg1UWi4oVk

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 23, 2022

Today’s Yes/No…

Bulgogi Cheese Waffle Sandwich? Yes/Nohttps://t.co/6YHb5CXk4l

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 23, 2022

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May 22, 2022: Suji Sunday!

Heading out for her morning stroll.

That hat is getting her a lot of love whenever she goes out.

Me and my gal.

Chill.

Pug burrito…

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May 21, 2022: The Saturday Update!

Did a little writing today, then switched gears and watched a movie that’s been on my radar for years – Goodnight, Mommy, an atmospheric Austrian (psychological) horror film.  It’s a slow burn until the movie’s last ten minutes at which point things take a very gruesome, very unnerving turn.  I liked it but between this movie and The Babadook, I really feel I made the choice in not having kids.

Well what do we have here?  Stargate trending for the second time in as many weeks.  Does this presage good news?

I have no idea.

Well, this is cool…

Taking a flight on Mars

Would you ever want to go to Mars?
This render was created by @andriu_fpv #science #space pic.twitter.com/godVJRfsgR

— Reg Saddler (@zaibatsu) May 21, 2022

Mom’s working overtime in support of sis’s favorite charity, the Missing Children’s Network…

Alas, I don’t believe the delivery zone extends outside Montreal.

Today’s Yes/No…

Silkworm Candy? Yes/No
We accidentally buy some silkworm candy at Hokkaido’s Vending Machine Land https://t.co/XQjOsJUnr3 via @RocketNews24En

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 21, 2022

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May 20, 2022: Meanwhile on the home front…

Apparently, someone (me?) left the oat milk oat overnight.

And today’s Yes/No…

Mala Ice Cream? Yes/No
People in Sichuan Are Lining Up for Spicy Chile Oil Soft Serve, and It’s Actua…https://t.co/cgrmQdUMhZ

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 20, 2022

I am intrigued.

Yozo, Stargate fans!

Stargate fans! Wanna see Jack, Sam and Daniel together again for the first time in 12 years, reading scenes written by artificial intelligence, laughing and loving every minute if it?

Sign up now for Saturday's SGAI Version 2 watch-party for free at https://t.co/3fkGADJHH6

— Brad Wright (@bradtravelers) May 20, 2022

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May 19, 2022: Weigh in with your horror thoughts!

Okay, horror movies fans…

Your Top 4 favorite #HorrorMovies
All four of mine are movies that surprised me, surpassing my expectations. pic.twitter.com/sqljJ5Vzxl

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 19, 2022

Ringu – I remember watching and being wowed by a genuinely scary horror movie with an original premise.  A true rarity.

Scream – The greatest tribute to horror cinema.

The Descent – This one was terrifying.  And that ending!

Train to Busan – Best Zombie Movie Ever.

Top 4 #HorrorMovies everyone else seemed to like that you…uh…didn't. pic.twitter.com/biDo7MOkVC

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 19, 2022

Death Proof – The most self-indulgent and talky horror movie ever.

Funny Games – The equivalent to the “It was all a dream” short story you wrote for Mrs. Haversham’s grade 2 English class.

Haute Tension (High Tension) – The “clever twist” doesn’t make any sense.

Us – Overrated

Your Top 4 favorite underrated #HorrorMovies
Audition (Japan)
Inside (France)
The Orphanage (Spain)
A Tale of Two Sisters (South Korea) pic.twitter.com/tEAuqFxMvI

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 19, 2022

Audition – A slow build to an ending so horrific that some in attendance at the New York premiere actually walked out.

Inside – A cut above your average slasher flick.

The Orphanage – Kids are spooky.

A Tale of Two Sisters – Both chilling and clever.

Today’s Yes/No…

French Fry flavored Ramune? Yes/No
Ramune: French Fries Flavor https://t.co/BZi2TeOish pic.twitter.com/eOBFiATeqw

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 19, 2022

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May 18 2022: Amazing Covers!

A few that caught my eye this week…

Eternals #12 – cover art by Esad Ribic

Immortal X-Men #2 – cover art by Kaare Andrews

New Mutants #25 – cover art by Phil Jimenez

Nyx #6 – cover art by Fernando Dagnino

Catwoman #43 – cover art by Jeff Dekal

Shadow War Zone #1 – cover art by Howard Porter

So, which were YOUR favorites?

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May 17, 2022: Alien news update!

Akemi: Jonny Depp makes the same joke you do whenever Suji poops on the bed.
Me: Hunh?
Akemi: He's joking that Amber Heard pooped on his bed.
Me: He's…not joking.
Akemi: Whaaaaat?!!

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 17, 2022

In alien-related news…

It's a tear down. https://t.co/rc9WbAqncH

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 17, 2022

Signed a contract?
"There is an agreement between the U.S. government and the aliens. They signed a contract with us to do experiments here," he said."
Aliens exist and Trump almost let it slip, says Israeli professor and former space official https://t.co/4vHwREJuX9

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 17, 2022

That’s Goa’uld!!!

⁦@BaronDestructo⁩ pic.twitter.com/C9Ob27Nho6

— mike freeman (@mikefreemanNFL) May 17, 2022

Today’s Yes/No…

Sparkling Potatoes? Yes/No
You can make 'sparkling potatoes' with Mountain Dew, and it's a dish every potluck needs https://t.co/XdpMnikTpO

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 17, 2022

Meanwhile on the home front…

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