DVDs
Youth Without Youth
This is Francis Ford Coppola’s first movie since 1997′s The Rainmaker, so it’s on the list for that reason. The movie is about an old man who gets struck by lightning and starts to age backwards. It didn’t get great reviews or pull in an audience. It’s pretty much an arthouse film, but I’m curious to see Coppola back in action.
THE VERDICT: NOT THE GODFATHER, BUT NOT QUITE JACK
Indiana Jones – The Adventure Collection!
Okay, if you haven’t gotten the trilogy on DVD yet, the obvious cash-in re-issue is coming out today. Apparently it’s got some new documentaries and commentary with Lucas and Spielberg, but this set is only for those who don’t already own it…or for those who love adventure, apparently.
THE VERDICT: CASH-IN ATTEMPT!
Welcome to the NHK Vol 4: 4th Conspiracy
I have no clue what this is, but I found the box art hilarious. How do you play to sad, lonely nerds? Anime Underpants!
VERDICT: YOU’RE A WEIRDO!
Games
Boom Blox
Okay, this came out last week, but I didn’t mention it because I wasn’t sure of its nerdworthiness. Boom Blox is the first video game from Steven Spielberg and it’s definitely not what you would ever expect. The essential idea involves blowing up environments with a bunch of blocks. No sharks or aliens or whip-crackers. Just a bunch of exploding blocks. It’s getting good reviews and is best played with friends, so if you’re in Blockbuster, this might be worth checking out.
VERDICT: RENT IT!
Nerd Gadgets
R2D2 Ice Bucket
I saw this on Gizmodo and couldn’t resist. It’s an R2 ice bucket with Carbonite Han ice cubes. They already beat me to the obvious joke, so I’ll just use their quote to describe this awesome lady-repellent.
What ladies will be able to resist the combo of your charm, your extensive knowledge of Dr. Who episodes and a vodka soda kept cold by Han Solo? No ladies, that’s who. No ladies.
VERDICT: MY BIRTHDAY’S TOMORROW. I’M JUST SAYIN’
