The FX series American Horror Story has brought us Murder House, Asylum, Coven, Freak Show, Hotel, Roanoke, and now Cult. In true epic Comic-Con fashion, the title for season 7 was revealed via the teaser projected over the water against a mist wall.
Many hints have been previously given about the theme of AHS Season 7. It’s said Season 7 will partially be a fictionalized account of the 2016 election. Are we looking at a cult of a Trump-like politician rising to power? Further rumors suggesting the return Twisty the clown from AHS: Freakshow are all but confirmed by the disturbing number of clowns in the title teaser below:
I love that AHS is tackling cults, but why clown cult? Can’t it just be a run-of-the-mill “cut off your penis” cult instead?
American Horror Story: Cult is set to premier September 5th on FX. You can find additional information at their official site:
Whether you’re pushing through Comic-Con crowds or at home getting pics from your friend Steve who’s in San Diego and rubbing it in your face, we’re all excited about the news coming out of this years con! There will be no live-streaming of Hall H, but worry not! There’s still plenty of other streaming panels and updates to keep track of this weekend! Here’s a few ways you can get the geek news before Steve tells you. That way you can say “I know, Steve. I already saw the trailer.” and politely tell him to Frak off. Goddamn Steve. Always trying to one-up people…
1. IGN streaming live on Twitter:
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Starting on Thursday (7/20) at 6 pm (EST) IGN will be streaming panels and interviews in real-time in a partnership with Twitter! Keep track of current “#SDCC2017” related tweets, while watching celebrity interviews and updates from the show floor!
2. IMDb LIVE at Comic-Con!:
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Love Kevin Smith as much as we do? Then IMDb LIVE at SDCC is the right choice for you! The Clerks director will be doing live interviews from the IMDb Boat all weekend! Look for interviews with the casts of Arrow, Doctor Who, The Flash, Vikings, The Walking Dead, Preacher and more. Streaming starts on Thursday (7/20) at 6:30 pm (EST)
3. SyFy Live From Comic-Con:
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Don’t wanna stream anything? Wanna watch TV instead? Zachary Levi is hosting “Live From Comic-Con” featuring nightly coverage of the biggest news coming out of SDCC, interviews, trailer breakdowns, and more! The coverage starts on Thursday (7/21) at 11 pm (EST) on the SYFY channel (check your local listings).
A GEEKS UNDER THE INFLUENCE weekly “Pre-Cap.”
The Bruce fills you in on must see TV shows and movies for the week of 7/17/17!
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If you are planning to attend Comic-Con International in San Diego for the first time, here are a few things I have learned along the way to save a little money. Hey, it means more cash to tip your favorite artist (or donate to his or her favorite charity) who will be drawing that awesome portrait of you in his or her style or pick up that one awesome thing you just can’t live without.
1. Book a place to stay in advance.
Make sure it has a mini fridge and is close to public transportation. San Diego has great busroutesandlimitedtrolleyroutes. Public transit will save you on parking fees and frustration unless you have a friend who works downtown and has a reserved parking space or a friend who isn’t going to the con and can drop you off nearby. AirBnB comes in handy for finding a room where you can crash and make use of a kitchen.
2. Pick up supplies at the local grocery store/hole-in-the-walls when you arrive.
Here’s a quick list of places I liked to pick up supplies:
KSandwiches Vietnamese (7604 Linda Vista Road, San Diego, CA 92111)
MarukaiMarket Japanese mini mall (8175 Balboa Avenue, San Diego, CA 92111)
MitsuwaMarketplace Japanese market and café (4240 Kearny Mesa Road, San Diego, CA 92111)
DaisoJapan Japanese sundries (9420 Mira Mesa Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92126)
GrillHouseCafé Persian (9494 Black Mountain Road, Ste G, San Diego, CA 92126)
TraderJoe’s Everything (see website for the closest location near you)
3. Bring a plastic or stainless steel water bottle.
There are water fountains at the conventional hall. The key to surviving jet-lag and/or an overly air-conditioned convention hall is hydration!
Don’t Stay Thirsty My Friends…
4. Pack your lunch and some snacks.
You don’t necessarily have to be a gourmand, but there are lots of great places that make delicious, healthful food and/or have pre-packaged food for you to stock that mini fridge (see item 2 above). You can go so far as to pick up/pack your dinners, too, since there is just so much to see and do in and around the convention hall.
Ten Bucks Says There’s Chimichangas in there…
5. Bring a very specific amount of cash with you each day.
Once you’ve spent it, that’s it for the day. Don’t withdraw any more cash, or use your credit card. You may get hit with buyer’s remorse when you see that credit card bill or bank statement a month later.
A GEEKS UNDER THE INFLUENCE weekly “Pre-Cap.”
The Bruce fills you in on must see TV shows and movies for the week of 7/10/17!
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Artificial gravity, faster than light travel, and bad guys wearing hats… We discuss some of the most blatant tropes in Sci-Fi on this episode of GEEKS UNDER THE INFLUENCE!
Panel: Hobbit, Lowdown Brown, F.U. Hunter, The Bruce, and Ray Bullock
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What We’re Drinking: RJ Rocker Brewing “Son of a Peach”
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Commercial Plug Music:
SKGB – Ridin Dirty Wit Ganesha
Disclaimer Music:
David Mumford – Night Without Sleep (Instrumental)
Kevin MacLeod – Fretless sellfy.com/p/hi2x/
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