Solo Leveling (2024) Anime Series Trailer Impressions: The Most Popular Manhwa by Author Chugong Gets A Superb Anime Adaptation Coming to Winter 2024

Solo Leveling is a 2024 anime series produced by A-1 Pictures and directed by Shunsuke Nakashige and screenplay by Noboru Kimura. Solo Leveling is the Japanese anime series adaptation of the top-rated web novel Solo Leveling (a.k.a. Only I Level Up) authored by Chugong, with its manhwa/webtoon counterpart illustrated by the late-Jang Sung-rak (aka Dubu), the CEO of Redice Studio. Let's check out what the anime series trailer for the upcoming Solo Leveling has in store for novel and manhwa/webtoon fans here on CMAQUEST.

Solo Leveling
Plot / Synopsis

In a realm where formidable hunters — individuals with extraordinary powers — must combat perilous creatures to safeguard humanity from imminent destruction, an infamously feeble hunter named Sung Jinwoo finds himself entangled in an interminable struggle for survival. On a fateful day, narrowly escaping an overwhelmingly dominant dual dungeon that nearly obliterates his entire party, an enigmatic program known as the System designates him as its solitary participant and bestows upon him the exceedingly rare capacity to advance in prowess, transforming those he slays into devoted minions, known as shadows.

Embarking on a quest, Jinwoo confronts a diverse array of adversaries, be they human or monstrous, all while unraveling the enigmas concealed within the dungeons and uncovering the authentic origins of his extraordinary abilities.

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Solo Leveling Official Anime Series Trailer Impressions
Solo Leveling Anime Trailer Review


So what is there to say about the Solo Leveling anime trailers for its upcoming Japanese animated series? As a fan who first stumble upon Jang Sung-rak's manhwa, then when I caught up to the latest webtoon chapter, and finally, finishing it on Chugong's originally authored novel, I can confidently say that I am exhilirated for this anime adaptation. Why wouldn't a fan be? A-1 Pictures directly adapted the designs of the late-Dubu in Solo Leveling's original webtoon run. Fans like us already know what to expect in terms of the story and writing, but seeing those badass moments fully animated will bring shiver down our collective spines.
I cannot help but be at awe at how the Japanese studio stick to the source material in terms of the design of the characters. Character Designer Tomoko Sudo gave it justice from what we've seen so far. For the uninitiated, Solo Leveling is a modern action fantasy series where the series centers on a chosen one who will rise up to challenge the many monstrosities that changed their society and could very well destroy the world and reality itself. Anyone can go read Solo Leveling online or on their respective standalone platforms to learn more about the Shadow Monarch Sung Jinwoo and the colorful characters that would accompany and challenge him along his journey of growth, pain, and triumph. Initially slated for a Q1 2024 release, it was somewhat disappointing that the release date was moved to Winter of 2024; but I guess if it looks this great, we can wait a bit more to get phenomenal animation and a true to form anime adaptation of Solo Leveling.
How about you guys? What do you think about this upcoming Japanese anime adaptation of the popular Korean manhwa Solo Loveling? Are you a fan of the series or a complete newcomer to this series? If you are a fan, what are you looking forward to see animated in this series? Share your thoughts and opinion about the Solo Leveling anime trailer in the comments section below:

The Brass Teapot Trailer Impressions: No Pain No Gain in this Magical Teapot

The Brass Teapot is an upcoming Magnolia Pictures comedy fantasy film directed by Ramaa Mosley and screenplay by Ramaa Mosley and Tim Macy starring Juno Temple, Alexis Bledel, Alia Shawkat, and Michael Angarano based on a short story "The Brass Teapot" by Tim Macy. The Brass Teapot is slated for an April 2013 US theatrical release. Let's check out the charming and comical The Brass Teapot 2013 film trailer here.

The Brass Teapot
Plot / Synopsis

When a couple discovers that a brass teapot makes them money whenever they hurt themselves, they must come to terms with how far they are willing to go.

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The Brass Teapot Official Movie Trailer Impressions
The Brass Teapot Film Trailer Review

The trailer for The Brass Teapot is very interesting. Besides its magical premise, its story is appealing and gives off that fairy tale like feel to it and fairy tale stories are always fun to watch. Well except this one is more for the adults than the kids. We don''t want to expose our kids to some adult stuff like greed, sex, and violence. Maybe pick up a thing or two from this film then tell it to them ala toned down bedtime story. Based on our first impressions of The Brass Teapot, we highly recommend you guys to go see it.

How about you guys, what can you say about this latest movie adaptation of The Brass Teapot? Are you into these kinds of magical quirky type of films? Share your thoughts about The Brass Teapot movie trailer in the comments section below:

Oz The Great and Powerful Trailer Impressions: The Origin of the Great Wizard who Helped Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion

Oz The Great and Powerful is an upcoming 2013 Walt Disney Pictures 3-D fantasy adventure film adapted from L. Frank Baum's 1900 novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and directed by Sam Raimi which stars James Franco, Mila Kunis, Rachel Weisz, Michelle Williams, and Zach Braff. Oz The Great and Powerful is a prequel to both the novel and the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz. The film is slated for a March 2013 theatrical release. Let's check out this Walt Disney prequel to one of the most magical and beloved children's story.

Oz The Great and Powerful
Plot / Synopsis

Disney's fantastical adventure "Oz The Great and Powerful," imagines the origins of L. Frank Baum's beloved wizard character.

When Oscar Diggs (James Franco), a small-time circus magician with dubious ethics, is hurled away from dusty Kansas to the vibrant Land of Oz, he thinks he's hit the jackpot—fame and fortune are his for the taking—that is until he meets three witches, Theodora (Mila Kunis), Evanora (Rachel Weisz) and Glinda (Michelle Williams), who are not convinced he is the great wizard everyone's been expecting. Reluctantly drawn into the epic problems facing the Land of Oz and its inhabitants, Oscar must find out who is good and who is evil before it is too late. Putting his magical arts to use through illusion, ingenuity—and even a bit of wizardry—Oscar transforms himself not only into the great and powerful wizard but into a better man as well.

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Oz The Great and Powerful Official Movie Trailer Impressions
Oz The Great and Powerful Film Trailer Review

Most of us grew up with the story of Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion and how they defeat the Wicked Witch who have been a menace to the people of the magical land of Oz. People who grew up with the story might have asked the question Ïf Oz was like Dorothy, an ordinary human, what was his story?". Finally after decades, Hollywoiod through Walt Disney Pictures now tells the story behind (or origin) of the Great and Powerful Wizard of Oz.

Walt Disney Pictures has done an excellent job with the presentation of Oz The Great and Powerful official trailer. The magical land of Oz has been beautifully re-imagined in 3-D. The cast of the 2013 prequel to Oz is pretty solid with James Franco as Oscar Diggs (will be later known as the Wizard of Oz). The film can cater to both kids with its magical and fantasy setting, and adults who grew up hearing the story of The Wizard of Oz who wanted to know the origin of the Wizard who helped Dorothy. We'll have another good fantasy film from Walt Disney this 2013.

How about you guys, what can you say about this very timely film adaptation that served as the prequel to both the film and story we all grown to love over the years. share your thoughts about Oz The Great and Powerful official trailer in the comments section below:

The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones Trailer Impressions: Another Magical World and a Heroine to Save It

The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is an upcoming 2013 action adventure fantasy film adaptation of a novel by Cassandra Clare, directed by Harald Zwart starring Lily Collins, Kevin Zegers, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Jemima West, Jamie Campbell Bower and Robert Sheehan. The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is based on the 2007 first book entitled "City of Bones" of The Mortal Instruments series by Cassandra Clare. The film is set for an August 23, 2013 US theatrical release. Let us take a first look at the movie adaptation of Cassandra Clare's City of Bones.

The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones
Plot / Synopsis

When Clary Fray's mother got attacked and taken from their home in New York City by a demon, , she finds out the truth about her identity, their family's past, and bloodline which changes her entire life forever. Together with Fellow Shadowhunters, they go on a quest to get her mother back only to find herself caught in a battle between forces she barely understands.

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The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones Official Movie Trailer Impressions
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones Film Trailer Review

Some of the best and unfortunately worst (ahem! Twi...) Hollywood films are based on literary pieces. It is really not a big surprise that Hollywood has shifted its attention to make films based on fantasy and sci-fi books (novels and comic books). They have been doing it in the past decade so why stop now. They are looking for the next big Hollywood blockbuster ala Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, The Hunger Games, and yes... even Twilight. This time they take another bestselling fantasy title with City of Bones, a book on The Mortal Instruments sci-fi and fantasy series authored by Cassandra Clare.

This time we follow a female protagonist in another magical world amidst everyone's awareness. A seemingly ordinary girl (a pretty cute one if I may emphasize) is eventually pulled into a war that she has no idea with. The story looks a bit predictable, but how to lead to that end is what we as an audience is looking forward for. To whether other books under The Mortal Instruments can be made into a Hollywood film all depends on the performance of this film. Let's just hope that we have another good fantasy film at our hands. Something that will be appreciated by both male and female film fans, and not just teenage girls.

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How about you guys, what do you think about the concept of the City of Bones based on the trailer and further reading? Share your thoughts about the The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones official movie trailer in the comments section below:

Evil Dead Official Red Band Trailer Impressions: Can this 2013 Remake Lived Up To Its Cult-Classic Origin?

Evil Dead is the upcoming 2013 remake of the popular 1981 cult classic Evil Dead. 2013's Evil Dead is directed and written by Fede Alvarez with Rodo Sayagues for screenplay, starring Jane Levy, Shiloh Fernandez, Lou Taylor Pucci, Jessica Lucas, and Elizabeth Blackmore. Evil Dead (2013) is slated for a tentative April 12, 2013 US theatrical release. Let's check out if this remake without Bruce in it be as phenomenal as the first film was?

Evil Dead
Plot / Synopsis

In the much anticipated remake of the 1981 cult-hit horror film, five twenty-something friends become holed up in a remote cabin. When they discover a Book of the Dead, they unwittingly summon up dormant demons living in the nearby woods, which possess the youngsters in succession until only one is left intact to fight for survival.

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Evil Dead Official Movie Trailer Impressions
Evil Dead Red Band Film Trailer Review

Although the film had the approval of both Sam Raimi and Evil Dead's main protagonist Bruce Campbell, Bruce as Ash won't be appearing on this modern reboot of the film that made him a household name. Well it is probably the best way to approach with this film. It is a different genre and the theme is teenagers and as much as we adore Bruce, he is not really around the "teen age". Also it is safe for him if ever the reboot does suck big time.

Luckily, the trailer isn't leading towards a "SUCK"-fest rating, rather I find it more creepier than its 1981 predecessor. Well it might be just me, but this trailer made me want to look at this newer version to just see what things will they add to the mix. I can see more blood, gore and "realism" on the trailer for the Evil Dead 2013 official red band trailer. I just wonder as to how will they marry in the comedic element on this seemingly more straight on horror flick. Hope they add new jokes because it would be disappointing if they even recycle THOSE. Generally (as you can see on the screen caps we managed to pull off from the trailer), the Evil Dead reboot for 2013 looks really promising.

How about you guys, what do you think about the red band trailer for 2013's Evil Dead? Were you a fan of the original or not? What's your fondest memory on the classic film? What are you looking forward to see in this modern take on the 1981 cult classic? Share your thoughts about the Evil Dead 2013 official red band movie trailer in the comments section below:

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Official Trailer 2 Impressions: Second Trailer for the Epic Film Prequel to Lord of the Rings

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is ethe first out of the three epic adventure fantasy film from Peter Jackson based on J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit, a prequel of a novel before The Lord of the Rings. The 2012 Haobbit with a subtitle of An Unexpected Journey is slated for a December 14, 2012 US release while the sequels The Desolation of Smaug will be on December 13, 2013; and There and Back Again on the 18th of July 2014. Let's check out the second officialThe Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey trailer now with Gollum.

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
Plot / Synopsis

The second official trailer for 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey', part 1 of Peter Jackson's Hobbit Trilogy. Starring Martin Freeman (Bilbo Baggins), Ian McKellen (Gandalf) and Richard Armitage (Thorin Oakenshield). A curious Hobbit, Bilbo Baggins, journeys to the Lonely Mountain with a vigorous group of Dwarves to reclaim a treasure stolen from them by the dragon Smaug. Also starring Benedict Cumberbatch (The Necromancer), Elijah Wood (Frodo), Hugo Weaving (Elrond), Orlando Bloom (Legolas), Cate Blanchett (Galadriel), Andy Serkis (Gollum) and Christopher Lee (Saruman).

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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Official Movie Trailer Impressions
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Film Trailer Review

What can we say about the second trailer for the Hobbit 2012 film adaptation that we haven't said in the first trailer impression we did? Now the second trailer has more epic action scenes and now with the well beloved Gollum a.k.a. Smeagol. Well chances are that Gollum wouldn't even be in this first Hobbit film, but what the heck it effectively builds hype and that is not really that bad. Misleading but not bad.

For those who loved and followed the epic adventure of Frodo Baggins in the Lord of the Rings film and book trilogy, this film adaptation is essential to complete what the first film trilogy has started. It is very much welcome for most of us. I am just glad that I haven't read the books so this new Tolkien film adaptation will be fresh to me. Now we have more epic medieval adventure fantasy to look forward for this year and the two year following that with the Hobbit film trilogy. There is nothing left to say about An Unexpected Journey but to just enjoy it this Fall of 2012.

How about you guys, what are your thoughts about the Hobbit films being made into three films from the its initial plan of two films. Were you a fan of the Lord of the Rings film trilogy? What are you excited for in this epic prequel? Share your thoughts about The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey trailer 2 in the comments section below

Epic Trailer Impressions: An Animated Epic for 2013

Epic is a upcoming 2013 3-D animated film from 20th Century Fox and also from the creators of ICE AGE and RIO. Epic features the voices of Colin Farrell, Josh Hutcherson, Amanda Seyfried, Beyonce Knowles, Johnny Knoxville, Aziz Ansari, Steven Tyler, Pitbull, Blake Anderson, and Judah Friedlander. Let's take a look at this early look for a 2013 summer animated film and check if this is a real epic.

Epic
Plot / Synopsis

EPIC is a 3D CG action-adventure comedy that reveals a hidden world unlike any other. EPIC tells the story of an ongoing battle deep in the forest between the forces of good and the forces of evil. When a teen age girl finds herself magically transported into this secret universe, she must band together with a rag-tag team of fun and whimsical characters in order to save their world... and ours.

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Epic Official Movie Trailer Impressions
Epic Film Trailer Review

For a 2013 animated film, this is really quite early for an official trailer to be released, but I guess it is better to build the hype early, right? So what can we make up for this first look on Epic, an upcoming film reminiscent of 1992's Fern Gully.

Well thanks to all these early press releases, we really have a good idea on what to expect with Epic, but of course not everything was spoiled. The question what is the war all about, how did the main protagonist end up as tiny as the mystical fairies, and what will be her part in this story are some of the usual questions raised by these kinds of family adventure animated film. They are still a year a head and a lot more time to polish and improve the already lively and lush universe that Epic tries to set up. Let's just hope that it doesn't get too predictable.

What about you guys, what can you say about the plot and this early look on the film? Is it okay to be teased with this trailer along with the details that generally summarizes what the film is about? Share your thoughts about 2013's Epic movie trailer in the comments section below:

Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 Video Game Debut Trailer Impressions

Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 is an upcoming action-adventure video game title produced by MercurySteam and published by. Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 is a direct sequel to 2010's Castlevania: Lords of Shadow with a yet to be announced release date. Konami unveiled Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 on the last day of May 2012 before all the game trailers overdose gamers this E3 2012 (Electronic Entertainment Expo 2012). Let's check out the Castlevania : Lords of Shadow 2 - Official Pre-E3 2012 Trailer for this Castlevania reboot sequel.

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Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 Video Game Trailer Impressions
Castlevania Lords of Shadow 2 E3 2012 Cinematic Game Trailer Impressions

Konami with the help MercurySteam and Kojima Productions has successfully revitalized and transitioned their popular sidescrolling platformer game franchise Castlevania into an action-adventure 3rd person game for the Xbox 350 and the Playstation 3 back at 2010 with Castlevania: Lords of Shadow. Although a reboot, Castlevania: Lords of Shadow got a fairly positive reception from its old and newer audiences. The 2010 Castlevania reboot may have looked like another God of War clone, but it can't be deny that it still has the same elements that made Castlevania Castlevania.

Classic Castlevania gamers are treated with another take, a new origin story of the main antagonist in the series. Castlevania: Lords of Shadow followed the tragic tale of Gabriel Belmont. Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 picks up where Castlevania: Lords of Shadow's "Resurrection" DLC drops off. The trailer seems to imply that Gabriel now known as Dracula is more of a menace than a savior as he face off with battle-born knights, but having the sinister and diabolical power of the Forgotten One in him he easily sweep off these warriors... until one seemingly familiar character is the only one left to challenge him. Most Castlevania fans speculate that this mysterious character is Alucard (Adrian Fahrenheit Tepes), the son of Dracula from Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, Castlevania Legends, Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow, Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow, Castlevania: Judgment. Although it might be a treat to see another familiar character in the Castlevania reboot for the seventh generation consoles, fans should take this teaser trailer with a grain of salt. Alucard may or may not be a playable character in the game, not to mention the mysterious character might not even be Alucard himself. Still this is a decent trailer and if you played or wanted more from Castlevania: Lords of Shadow (2010) then you'll definitely would want to get your hands on this sequel.

Alucard in Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2?

How about you guys? What can you say about this debut teaser trailer for a yet to be announced Castlevania game sequel? Share your thoughts on Castlevania Lords of Shadow 2 E3 2012 Cinematic Game Trailer on the comments section below:

Rise of the Guardians Trailer Impressions: Fantasy Characters from Our Childhood in a Completely New Level of Awesomeness

Rise of the Guardians is a 3-D animated film from DreamWorks Animation and Paramount Pictures Screenplay by David Lindsay-Abaire and Story by William Joyce. Rise od the Guardian is directed by Peter Ramsey and William Joyce which features the voices (performance of) of Alec Baldwin as Santa Claus, Hugh Jackman as the Easter Bunny, Chris Pine as Jack Frost, Isla Fisher as the Tooth Fairy, and Jude Law as the Boogeyman. Let's check out this spectacular animated film for the entire family.

Rise of the Guardians
Plot / Synopsis

When an evil spirit known as Pitch lays down the gauntlet to take over the world, the immortal Guardians must join forces for the first time to protect the hopes, beliefs and imagination of children all over the world.

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Rise of the Guardians Official Movie Trailer Impressions
Rise of the Guardians Film Trailer Review

What makes a good animated film? The answer to that is when the said animated film both caters to the entire family. An animated film where both children and adults will find entertaining. This is the case with Dreamwork's Rise of the Guardian.

Most of us grew up hearing stories about various fictitious characters like Santa Claus, the Tooth Fairy, the Easter Bunny, the Boogeyman, the Sandman, etc. This is probably why most films that includes a take on most of these characters usually warrants our interest, but what more if you put them together and approach them in a completely different perspective? This is where Rise of the Guardians trailer works. I for one am hyped up for this animated film and automatically gets a recommendation from us.

How about you guys? What do you think about seeing all your childhood fantasy characters band together in a way you never imagine them before? Share your thoughts on the Rise of the Guardians trailer in the comments section below:

Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter Trailer Impressions: A Crazy Take on a Historical Figure with Vampires

Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter is 2012 supernatural thriller film based on a 2010 novel Abraham Lincoln, Vampire Hunter by Seth Grahame-Smith. This "what if" fictional supernatural horror film adaptation of the mashup novel gained mixed reviews back on 2010. The film adaptation of Seth Grahame-Smith which is slated for a June 2012 theatrical release plays with the idea that the historical American icon and 16th President of the United States was a vampire hunter. Let's take a look at this seemingly crazy idea of a book adapted to a 2012 film here.

Abraham Lincoln Vampire Hunter
Plot / Synopsis

President Lincoln's mother is killed by a supernatural creature, which fuels his passion to crush vampires and their slave-owning helpers.

Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter is directed by Timur Bekmambetov, screenplay by Seth Grahame-Smith and is produced by Bekmambetov and Tim Burton. The film stars Benjamin Walker, Rufus Sewell and Dominic Cooper and is distributed by 20th Century Fox.

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Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter Official Movie Trailer Impressions
Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter Film Trailer Review

Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter has a pretty interesting yet crazy theme. Hopefully Americans won't take this film too seriously in a sense that they would find it insulting to see the country's greatest historical icon behind the abolition of slave trade and a symbol of equality as a vampire hunter.

I personally think this is fresh. I like "what-if" scenarios done right. Reading the summary of the novel which already spoiled the film for me, all I can say is that amidst the film's seemingly absurd and preposterous concept, the film hopefully would be as entertaining as the novel it is based from. I am optimistic that this film will be a good one and will be putting this under my watch-list this 2012.

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The Last Airbender: The Legend of Korra Trailer Impressions: A Kick-Ass Direct Sequel from Nickelodeon's Successful Avatar: The Last Airbender

The Last Airbender: The Legend of Korra is a 2012 television animated series from Nickelodeon and a direct sequel to Avatar: The Last Airbender which aired on the same network from 2005 to 2008. Set many years after the last series, it follows the story of the new incarnation of the Avatar from the Southern Water Tribe, Korra. Let'scheck out the trailer for the 2012 Avatar: The Legend of Korra here:

The Last Airbender: The Legend of Korra
Plot / Synopsis

After the conclusion of the War, Aang and Zuko brought people from the four nations together and founded the United Republic, creating Republic City, a large "metropolis powered by steampunk-type technology" such as cars and motorcycles. Aang and Katara had three children, the youngest of which is Tenzin, who has been confirmed to be an Airbender. Meanwhile, Toph Bei Fong traveled extensively to teach Metalbending. After Aang's death, the next Avatar, Korra, was born to the Southern Water Tribe.

At the present time, seventy years after the end of the War, Korra is a rebellious seventeen year-old girl. As the Avatar, she has already mastered Waterbending, Earthbending and Firebending. She will learn Airbending from Aang and Katara's son Tenzin. Tenzin himself is married; Pema is his wife. Jinora, a "bookworm", and Ikki, a "motor-mouth", are his daughters while Meelo, his youngest child, is his son.

The primary and only confirmed setting is Republic City. Anti-benders called "Equalists", who oppose the arts of bending, utilize techniques such as chi blocking to further their goals of revolution, led by Amon. Korra must fight rampant crime and the anti-bender revolt, assisted by two brothers, Mako, a Firebender, and Bolin, an Earthbender. She is also joined by her animal guide, Naga, and the Metalbending police force of Republic City, who are led by Toph's daughter.

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The Last Airbender: The Legend of Korra Official Trailer Impressions
The Last Airbender: The Legend of Korra Animated Television Series Trailer Review

The official trailer for The Legend of Korra first made its debut last Comic-Con 2011 which made every (generally most) fans of the original epic Nickelodeon animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender ecstatic and overjoyed to be reintroduced to the same universe. Now that it's finally 2012, it is only a matter of time now before "bending" will finally be "in" again.

I really got confused when making this post. Should I entitle the post about the animated series sequal Avatar: The Legend of Korra or The Last Airbender: The Legend of Korra? For those not aware of it, James Cameron (director of Titanic and Avatar - 2009 3-D film) claim rights to the Avatar name trademark which made the horrendous M. Night Shyamalan film adaptation of the beloved Nick animated series use the The Last Airbender as its title back in 2010. It looks like the same scenario happened to The Legend of Korra, because rather than calling it Avatar: The Legend of Korra, the new kids show used The Last Airbender: The Legend of Korra knowing that this sequel is not about the last airbender but about Korra from the water tribe. Not to mention there are already a number of airbenders in this series, Aang's son Tenzin and his children. I decided to use the The Last Airbender: The Legend of Korra as this post title because that is what the first 2011 official trailer showed as its working title, although I believe that they will hopefully drop the first part of it to make it just the Legend of Korra. Well, that's just me.

So what do you think about this trailer? Were you a fa of the original series? What got you excited when you first saw this trailer? Share your thoughts about The Last Airbender: The Legend of Korra official animated series trailer in the comments section below:

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Trailer Impressions: An Epic Prequel to The Lord of the Rings Film Trilogy

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is Warner Bros. 2012 prequel to the Lord of the Rings Trilogy. It is a film under the same people behind the successful first three film adaptations of the J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings books, so expect the same "epicness" that the Lord of the Rings movies have been known for. Let's all watch and await for this seemingly film of the year for 2012.



The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
Plot / Synopsis

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" follows title character Bilbo Baggins, who is swept into an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor, which was long ago conquered by the dragon Smaug. Approached out of the blue by the wizard Gandalf the Grey, Bilbo finds himself joining a company of thirteen dwarves led by the legendary warrior, Thorin Oakensheild. Their journey will take them into the Wild; through treacherous lands swarming with Goblins and Orcs, deadly Wargs and Giant Spiders, Shapeshifters and Sorcerers. Although their goal lies to the East and the wastelands of the Lonely Mountain first they must escape the goblin tunnels, where Bilbo meets the creature that will change his life forever ... Gollum. Here, alone with Gollum, on the shores of an underground lake, the unassuming Bilbo Baggins not only discovers depths ofguile and courage that surprise even him, he also gains possession of Gollum's "precious" ring that holds unexpected and useful qualities ... A simple, gold ring that is tied to the fate of all Middle-earth in ways Bilbo cannot begin to know.



The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is a film by New Line Cinema, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, and WingNut Films distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures directed by Peter Jackson, Starring Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, Cate Blanchett, Orlando Bloom, Ian Holm, Christopher Lee, Hugo Weaving, Elijah Wood, Andy Serkis, Richard Armitage, Jed Brophy, Adam Brown, John Callen, Stephen Fry, Ryan Gage, Mark Hadlow, Peter Hambleton, Stephen Hunter, William Kircher, Sylvester McCoy, Bret McKenzie, Graham McTavish, Mike Mizrahi, James Nesbitt, Dean O'Gorman, Lee Pace, Mikael Persbrandt, Conan Stevens, Ken Stott, Jeffrey Thomas, and Aidan Turner

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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Official Movie Trailer Impressions
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Film Trailer Review

It has long been on both Tolkien and film fans alike, finally it is here... well the official The Hobbit trailer that is. The Lord of the Rings is probably one of the best epic fantasy film adaptation fantasy of all time, and who better else handle tits prequel that Peter Jackson (director of all LOTR Movie Trilogy) himself.



Bilbo Bagins holding out the Elvish Knife "Sting", Frodo's Sword in the Lord of the Rings Trilogy that glows a blue light when orcs are near.

I am not that much of a fanatic but a mere enthusiast of the Lord of the Rings Trilogy, but just the mere sight of Middle-Earth's Bree at the start of the trailer brought shiver down my spine. As someone who hasn't read the books, there are seemingly new faces and places shown here and that is just fine. It is a prequel for Pete's sake. But as soon as you see Gandalf, orcs, trolls, elves, dwarves and a silhouette of a very familiar corrupted hobbit you'll feel at ease that they made this prequel right. Said to be just the first out of a two part prequel, this trailer is just perfect for fans of the Lord of the Rings book and film trilogy, and even to the newer generation who wanted to start their Tolkien film experience right from the very beginning.



What is your favorite Lord of the Rings film amongst the three and why? What are your thoughts about this Lord of the Rings prequel film for 2012? Share your thoughts about The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey at the comments section below:


Check out The Hobbit: an Unexpected Journey Trailer 2 HERE with a scene featuring Gollum and Bilbo

Wrath of the Titans Official Trailer Impressions: A Fantasy 3-D Sequel to Clash of the Titans

Wrath of the Titans is is a 2012 fantasy action adventure sequel to 2010's Clash of the Titans which was also loosely based on the 1981 classic Clash of the Titans. Slated for a March 2012 theatrical release will this make up story for a sequel be better than its first film? Let's find out.



Wrath of the Titans
Plot / Synopsis

Perseus embarks on a treacherous quest into the underworld to rescue Zeus, who has been targeted for capture by his traitorous son, Ares, and his brother, Hades.

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Wrath of the Titans Official Movie Trailer Impressions
Wrath of the Titans Film Trailer Review

Wrath of the Titans picks everything up from where 2010's Clash of the Titans last ended. This means that it is another movie adaptation which is very loosely based on the that title it is based upon, the 1981 Clash of the Titans film, the Greek mythology of Perseus and the War of the Titans. Don't expect to get a reliable information about the story of Perseus and the Olympians here. This is not your school Greek class, but an over the top hyped up Hollywood 3-D fantasy action adventure film. That generally summarizes this 2012 film.



Again it is up to the valiant hero to save the day. Why is it always have to be the meta-human (half-human and half-god) who is responsible for saving the world? Well, it always works and this time the trailer actually looks good. It features a slew of great looking 3-D CGI monsters (Titans). I am just hoping that the script is tighter - no irrelevant words in the script like "Bitch" which is a modern day curse word and should not supposed to even exist during an ancient Greek era); a more polished and seamless 3-D and CGI animation (the conversion to 3-D on the last film was rushed and was very sloppy); a much more decent and convincing acting, and an engaging storyline. All the things I mentioned in that my Wrath of the Titans wishlist is what Clash of the Titans fell short of. Hopefully the studio listened to the feedback and criticism made by critics and movie goers alike. Hope the sequel provides a better movie experience than the first one. A good trailer is essential but what truly matters is the actual film.



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Of Orcs and Men Game Teaser Trailer Impressions: An Unlikely Pair on an Epic Quest

Of Orcs and Men is an upcoming RPG for PS3, PC, and Xbox 360 slated for a Spring 2012 release from Cyanide Studios (Concept and Production) and Spiders (Realization and Development). Orcs and goblins have always been depicted as sometimes mindless, brutal savages of a beast which made them perfect antagonists in most video game and film titles. 2012 marks a year where orcs and goblins turn things around as you now play as them on a seemingly impossible quest.



Of Orcs and Men
Plot / Synopsis

Of Orcs and Men first puts you into the role of an elite Orc soldier from the legendary legion of Bloodjaws, a league of warriors deeply involved in the war opposing the Orcs and Goblins on one side to their persecutors, Humankind. As a veteran warrior who has seen the most brutal of battles, you are appointed by the Orc commander to complete a mission that could change the course of the war: kill the one man responsible for all of this bloodshed, the one who has, for years, exhorted the human masses to loath and fight the green-skinned people: the Emperor himself.

A Goblin will soon join you to aid you in your mission… he is everything the Orc is not. But you find that this works to your advantage as you fight on the battleground and off. Making advantage of their natural traits, they have their own skill trees you will develop. While the Orc focuses on power, reflecting his incredible strength, the Goblin will benefit from darker powers and stealth abilities, making him the perfect assassin.

From the filthy alleys at the foot of the Great Wall, to the depths of the Empire of Men, your two infiltrated heroes will face the greatest dangers through their epic quest. They will commune with the Wizards, fight the assassins and soldiers of the Empire of Men, and oppose the powerful Sisters of Laments.

As the world falls into chaos and you face a cruel and merciless humanity bent on eternal persecution of Orcs and Goblins, your unlikely duo will have one last chance to change the course of History and, hopefully, bringing peace between your peoples.

Of Orcs and Men is scheduled for a Spring 2012 release on Xbox 360, PS3 and PC.

Watch Of Orcs and Men video game trailer here:



Of Orcs and Men Trailer Impressions
Of Orcs and Men Trailer Review

At first glance on this Q2 video game title release of 2012 one might think "What another video game starring orcs?", but just give take time to watch it and you might start to appreciate the beauty of it. Of Orcs and Men is not the first video game that features orc-like creatures as the main protagonists, but there is somehow a nice sense of adventure in this title.



This is the first Of Orcs and Men teaser trailer and it does not tell much of the game all in all. What information it only provides as of this trailer is that Of Orcs and Men is a roleplaying game which lets you control either the big brute orc or the more stealthy goblin. This game might very well be a cooperative video game title. As for the graphics, I am not that into the 3-D, HD graphics stuff. So I think Of Orcs and Men's graphics in this trailer is alright. As long as a game provides excellent gameplay, engaging plot, and superb writing, I am already satisfied. Youtube users also compared and referenced Of Orcs and Men to a 1937 novel entitled "Of Men and Mice" by Nobel Prize-winning author John Steinbeck which tells the story of two migrant workers during the great depression. I made a follow up search for it and discover that the novel itself ended tragically but beautifully, so if ever they adapted the novel's story then they might probably have some compelling stuff in the game. If ever they did use it, I suggest for you gamers out there interested in this title to not spoil yourself by reading "Of Mice and Men" plot summary online, or if you are that curious you can get the actual book and read it.



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