The Doctor Returns Saturday, August 27th

In one more week the Doctor returns with six new episodes to wrap up the current season. Things kick off with the episode titled, "Let's Kill Hitler," written by Stephen Moffat and directed by Richard Senior. The episode promises not only more insight into River Song, but also a new alien in the form of the Teselecta.

Check out Karen Gillan's intro to the episode, the prequel clip and trailer for the remainder of the season below:

Sony Drops PS3 Price Point By $50

Sony cut the price of their PS3 gaming system from $299.99 down to $249 effective immediately. Europeans will be able to buy it for €249 and it will be available in Japan for ¥24,980. At launch the system retailed for $400. Even at that price, with the added Blu-ray player and backwards compatibility it was, at the time, one great deal.

Many are speculating what this price drop means. If you go by historical evidence then this looks to mean that Sony will soon be announcing the PS4. If you look at the recent troubles Sony has had with their hacking scandal, the disasters in Japan and the fact that the 360 continues to dominate the market it looks like Sony may be cutting its losses and trying to push forward. Whatever it means, you can't argue with the fact that for those who don't already own one, this is one helluva deal.

Katy Perry & SMAP Perform 'California Gurls'

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Not usually a fan of Katy Perry but this clip from a recent appearance on SMAP X SMAP in Japan made me laugh. It's just so...awkward.

'Bleach The Movie: Fade to Black' Announced for Blu-ray

Warner Bros. and Viz Media have announced that "Bleach The Movie: Fade To Black" will hit Blu-ray this November. The film is based on the popular Japanese manga created by Noriaki Kubo. It is the third of four Bleach films that have been released to date.

The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, DTS 2.0 soundtracks, and supplements include production sketches.

Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.98.

Gunnerkrigg Court Vol. 3 Coming August 15th From Archaia

Archaia Entertainment’s highly-acclaimed ‘All Ages’ graphic novel series, Gunnerkrigg Court, continues with the release of volume 3 on August 15.  Gunnerkrigg Court Volume 3: Reason will be available in bookstores across the country.

Thomas Siddell’s award-winning Gunnerkrigg Court series follows the adventures of a group of students at Gunnerkrigg Court, a puzzling boarding school with mysteries behind every corner. Volume 3 continues the stories of students Annie and Kat as they uncover terrible secrets surrounding the school. As their relationship grows, the boundaries of reality begin toblur as they become more engrossed in the mysterious, magical events. In the meantime, Coyote begins to show that things in the forest are not quite what they seem, leading to a dramatic end to Annie’s second year at the Court.

With its Disney-esque visual style and magical Potter-esque coming-of-age elements, Gunnerkrigg Court appeals to a wide range of readers young and old alike.

For more information on Gunnerkrigg Court Volume 3: Reason or other Archaia titles, please visit http://www.archaia.com/

A Conversation With GUMBY writer Christopher P. Reilly

What was the genesis of the book?

CPR: My buddy, Bob (Burden) was no longer writing the book and I thought there should be a Gumby book out there. As a creator, it’s possibly one of the greatest opportunities because you are literally working with a ball of clay; your imagination becomes the only limit to the sorts of stories you can. I approached publisher Mel Smith at San Diego Comic-Con last year and expressed my enthusiasm for the character and asked if I could pitch him a Gumby book. To my delight he said “yes” and even more delightful, he absolutely loved the script and let me pick the artist I would work with which was my friend and long time collaborator Jorge Santillan who delivered some of the best work of his career. I am always honored when an artist of Jorge’s caliber will turn my words into pictures.

Were you a Gumby fan prior to writing this?

CPR: Yes, I have been a fan of Gumby since I was a kid and never stopped enjoying the animated shorts. I watched every episode ever created in one weekend when I got this gig and was amazed that for 3 days I could tell people that my job was watching Gumby shorts. I think what revealed what a huge fan I truly am when I went comatose when I was told I would get to create Gumby’s grandparents, Gumbert and Gumbasia.

Who or what are the biggest influences on your work?

CPR: My list of deserving influences is enormous. I am constantly inspired by books, comics, music and film and am always discovering new influences. I should mention Michael Weldon’s Psychotronic Encyclopedia of Film for being my dog eared wormhole to 2/3 of the amazing B movies I never would have seen if Michael hadn’t written about them, including my favorite horror film, 1957’s The Monster That Challenged the World. Suffice to say that if my influences hadn’t existed, I never would have written this story. Kind of a Back to the Future scenario.

You and Jorge have collaborated before. What does he bring to the project?

CPR: Jeeze, what doesn’t Jorge bring to the project? He is the perfect collaborator. I write very long scripts, but I tone that down with Jorge because my elaborate panel breakdowns make me feel like I am telling Picasso how to paint. Jorge is an amazing talent. I would love to read a Gumby comic written and illustrated by Jorge, it would probably be a humbling experience for me. Jorge makes my job easy.

In ten words or less, why should people read this book?

CPR: Gumbastic-fun-Adventure, chocolate igloos, Blockheads, not a zombie in sight.

Gumby Returns To Comics This September!

There's a new player in Clokeyville, an off-kilt philanthropist named Mr. Golfer! What is Golfer's secret? What are the Wooly Mammals? Why are there astronauts selling the founding fathers the Andrew Jackson? Who stole Picnic Park? Who is helping the nefarious Blockheads? And most importantly, how did Gumby become King of the Pirates?

The acclaimed Harvey nominated team of Chris Reilly & Jorge Santillan (Punch & Judy) reunite to answer all of these questions, and proudly present the momentous debut of Gumby's grandparents in an all new Gumby and Pokey adventure like you've never seen before!