Review: SECONDHAND SPIRITS Brews Up a Decent Mystery

14 March 2010

A new book series of mysteries involving a witch is reportedly based on interviews by the author with actual witches. We have a review.

SPARTACUS: BLOOD AND SAND Episode Review (1-8): Things are Gettin’ Real

12 March 2010

The latest episode of "Spartacus: Blood and Sand" brings us a whole batch of new recruits. Hey, it's Gladiator Idol!

From the Palantir! Browncoats Take Over TV, and Nine Vampires Cooler Than TWILIGHT

12 March 2010

Our round-up of fantasy-related news includes word of Zombie Spock, "Wonder Woman" going "Babylon 5," and Mole Man!

Fantasy Casting: THUNDERCATS!

11 March 2010

Thundercats are both on the move and, in fact, loose, and like all good 80s cartoons, are on their way to a cinema near you. TheTorchOnline.com gives its picks for who should play who.

The Masterpiece to be Found in THE LOST BOYS

11 March 2010

In honor of Corey Haim, who passed away at far too young an age, we take a look at one of his most famous roles, and why that movie totally rules.

Spring Fantasy TV Preview

10 March 2010

Fantasy and fantasy-esque shows such as "FlashForward," "Supernatural," "Vampire Diaries," "V," "Fringe" and "Smallville" will finally -- FINALLY! -- be back with new episodes -- and we've got the buzz on what we can look forward to.

Riddle of the Grinning Dragon: Lucy on the Dawn Treader

10 March 2010

Our resident riddle master, the Grinning Dragon, looks to the upcoming movie version of "The Voyage of the Dawn Treader" for inspiration for this week's puzzle. Can you piece Lucy together in time?

Picture Post: The Best D&D Game Room Ever?

10 March 2010

A person spent two years building a room in which to play D&D (and store all his gaming equipment). TheTorchOnline.com is so impressed, we're on the way over with Nachos and beer!

Review: The Ten-Second Teaser Trailer for ECLIPSE is Ten Seconds of Pure, Sublime Joy!

10 March 2010

We review the ten-second teaser trailer for "Eclipse," and find it's everything you could possibly want a ten-second teaser trailer to be. And yes, we're being sarcastic.

From the Palantir! CONAN Gets (Slightly) Buffer, and ScarJo is Not Actually a Ninja!

10 March 2010

In our latest fantasy news round-up, we discover how the new "Tron" film apes "Xena," learn about more giant animals, and sadly realize actresses don't really do their own stunts.

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Interview: SPARTACUS Co-Creator Steven DeKnight Hopes to Tell “a Rollicking Good Story”

Posted on 10 March 2010

We talk to the co-creator of “Spartacus: Blood and Sand” about what we can expect in season two!

Five More Greek Myths Hollywood Should Turn Into Movies

Posted on 04 March 2010

There may be some movies based on Greek myths on the horizon, but TheTorchOnline.com’s Greek myth nut, Tim O’Leary, says Hollywood is still missing the good stuff.

The Time is Right for the (Right) Female Superhero

Posted on 03 March 2010

The reason why “Catwoman” and “Elektra” tanked wasn’t because they starred women; it was because the movies were TERRIBLE. But try telling Hollywood that.

The Eleven Best Fictional Robots!

Posted on 02 March 2010

In honor of the DVD release of “Small Wonder,” an 80s show about a family with a robot-child/slave, we count down the best fictional robots of all time. (Warning: whatever you do, don’t refer to them as “toasters”! Robots don’t like that.)

Interview: LEGEND OF THE SEEKER’s Tabrett Bethell is Not Cara (Or IS She?)

Posted on 24 February 2010

We talk to the “Legend of the Seeker” actress who plays a character who always tells it like it is. (Warning: the actress does too!)

Interview: Dominic Monaghan is Very Good at Playing Bad-Ass

Posted on 22 February 2010

The star of “Lost,” “Flash Forward,” and “Lord of the Rings” talks about his wildly successful acting career — but it definitely didn’t happen by accident.

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Posted on 21 February 2010

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How “Real” is the Sex and Nudity on SPARTACUS: BLOOD AND SAND?

Posted on 15 February 2010

Wondering how “real” the sex and nudity is in the new Starz series starring Lucy Lawless and Andy Whitfield? Read on, and we expose all!

Interview: The Two Sides to LEGEND OF THE SEEKER’s Bridget Regan

Posted on 10 February 2010

Bridget Regan burns up the screen in an intense Valentine’s Day episode of “Seeker” this weekend. So, of course, we had to talk to her all about it!

The Top 10 Magic Duels and Spell Battles!

Posted on 03 February 2010

The only thing better than a kick-ass fight scene is when there’s a little bit (or a lot) of magic involved. We count down ten of the top on-screen magic duels!

#FringeFail: Good God, the Science on FRINGE Sucks!

Posted on 02 February 2010

We’re all for stretching the limits of “science” if it’s creative and serves the plot, but the science on the Fox show about the paranormal is so stupid it’s outright laughable.

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