Welcome to today’s edition ofNerd Alert, where we have all the off-beat, nerdy news for you in one convenient spot. What do we have in store for you on this wonderful Wednesday? Find out what theHarry Potterfranchise would look like with an R rating,Magic Mikegets an Honest Trailer, and check outNicolas Cageas everyGame of Thronescharacter. So, sit back, relax, and check out all that today’sNerd Alerthas to offer.
Harry Pottergets R Rated
Ever wonder what theHarry Potterfranchise would look like with an R rating?Fine Brothers Entertainmenthas put together a side-splitting five-minute animated video that takes memorable scenes fromHarry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stoneand gives this classic, family-friendly story an R-rated twist. In this video, Potter’s aunt and uncle are far more physically abusive, the Sorting Hat is a racist prick and Quidditch gets deadly.
Magic MikeHonest Trailer
Just in time for the release ofMagic Mike XXL,Screen Junkieshas bestowed upon us the Honest Trailer for its predecessor, 2012’sMagic Mike. The video skewers the mundane aspects of a male stripper’s life, such as thong-purchasing and evaluating furniture, along withCody Horn’s bizarre laugh.
Nicolas Cageas EveryGame of ThronesCharacter
Reddit userCarlosDanger100utilizes his seemingly considerable Photoshop skills to create rather convincing photos ofNicolas Cageas practically every major character in HBO’sGame of Thrones. We have just a handful of these images above, with the actor portraying Ned Stark, Tyrion Lannister, Jon Snow, Daenerys Targaryen, Jamie Lannister and Arya Stark, but you may check out the whole collection on hisImgurpage.
The Sound ofInside Out
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Soundworks Collectionhas put together a fascinating 10-minute video about how the unique sounds for Pixar’sInside Outwere created at Skywalker Sound. DirectorPete Docterand producer Jonas Rivera take us through the process of developing the sound effects of this animated hit, along with plenty of behind-the-scenes footage of the stars recording their dialogue in the recording booth.
Samurai JackFan Film
It’s been three years since we’ve heard anything about theSamurai Jackmovie thatGenndy Tartakovskyis developing. While we wait for an update, YouTube userAveMagnaDudehas created a brief but wonderful tribute to the iconic animated TV series. The one and a half minute video showcases Jack’s battle with the shape-shifting demon Aku, and it’s so well done many fans may be hoping for an even longer video in the future, or it could even give a jump start to theSamurai Jackmovie’s development, if this is popular enough.
Joseph Gordon-LevittBattlesAnne Hathawayin Superhero Short Film Sidekicks
Joseph Gordon-Levitt’s Hit Record on TV has created a hilarious five-minute short film entitledSidekicks, where the actor/filmmaker plays Brock Blaster, a superhero trying to stop the villainous Vivica Virus, played byAnne Hathaway. The video is put together in a unique way, with the actors performing against hand-dawn backdrops and costumes, co-starring Brian & Nick from BriTANick as the hero and villain’s sidekicks. Let’s just hope we get a sequel.
DriveandNightcrawlerNight Driving Supercut
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2011’sDriveand last year’sNightcrawlernot only show off some of the seedier parts of L.A., but feature a number of gorgeous nighttime driving scenes, which have been cut together by Vimeo userJack Mugglestone. Set toKavinsky’s “Nightcall,” this wonderful video compares how both films give the City of Angels their own unique look
Jimmy Kimmel Live!Asks Kids To Respond To Gay Marriage
In light of the landmark Supreme Court ruling legalizing same-sex marriage,Jimmy Kimmeltook a camera crew on Hollywood Boulevard during last night’s episode ofJimmy Kimmel Live!, where they asked kids to explain same-sex marriage. The results are quite surprising and hilarious.
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