A LETTER TO YOU:

As the self-proclaimed "Ben Urich" of Boston comic book and geek culture, myself and my esteemed colleagues at VIGILANT GEEK MEDIA work around the clock to provide you with up-to-date, pertinent comic book and geek culture news! We discuss a plethora of graphic novel titles from the mainstream labels like Marvel, DC, Valiant and Image, to interesting indie publications both local, (Boston, MA), and nation-wide! Whether it be comic books, comics-based tv or movies, anime, gaming or who knows what else that makes you tick.. I am confident you will find it here at THE VIGILANT GEEK! Thanks so much to loyal fans of the blog and podcast, as well as you newcomers. I hope we all keep having fun and never grow up.

Your's Truly,

Andrew Puzak, THE VIGILANT GEEK

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Friday, August 26, 2016

INDIE BOOK SPOTLIGHT: HEALED

INDIE BOOK SPOTLIGHT:

HEALED


WRITTEN BY: GEORGE OCONNOR
ART BY: GRIFFIN ESS


"HEALED" trade paperback available for purchase from HOMELESS COMICS


              What we DO know is that illness and disease are bad. What we DON'T know is how bad things could get without them! Imagine a world where human beings were essentially "Healed" of all life-threatening diseases and illnesses. The only way humans would be able to die in this scenario would be from unnatural or man-made causes. This curse, (which may seem like a blessing to some.... at least at first), on the human race quickly becomes a grim, horrifying picture created by writer George O'Connor and artist Griffin Ess of Homeless Comics. This absolutely brilliant story gives indie readers some freaky insight on the repercussions that could occur throughout the world if the human race were truly "Healed." O'Connor gives us all a glimpse of what could happen to such societal groups and entities in this given scenario such as the clergy, the terminally ill, the pharmaceutical industry, hospitals, senior citizens and a whole lot more! Healed is by far the smartest indie read of Boston Comic Con 2016, and comes very highly recommended. This is a must-read for anyone looking to understand how amazing independent publications can be! Overall, Homeless Comics had some top notch publications on display this year. I can't wait to see what else these graphic novel gurus come up with in years to come.

ATTENTION FILM BUFFS!!!!!!!!

"HEALED" has been adapted into a short film to be showcased at the MASSACHUSETTS INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL by GEORGE OCONNOR who assumed the roles of writer and director. His film crew consisted of cinematographer MIKEL J. WISLER, producers DIANA PORTER, GRIFFIN ESS and GEORGE OCONNOR, and lead actor ARTHUR LAURIE who plays the Father!! The premise mirrors a chapter of "HEALED" quite nicely, where a priest is in disbelief of his religion after realizing humans are basically immortal. THE VIGILANT GEEK crew were allowed a sneak preview of the film, but its release will be at the MASSACHUSETTS INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL which is Saturday, August 27th 2016 at 6:30 pm at THE BRATTLE THEATER.. 40 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA 02138. WE HOPE TO SEE ALL OF YOU FELLOW VIGILANT GEEKS IN ATTENDANCE... YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS FILM.. it is PHENOMENAL!!!



...and as always...


STAY VIGILANT!!!



Saturday, August 20, 2016

THE VIGILANT GEEK PODCAST: S2: E12: BATMAN: THE KILLING JOKE

THE VIGILANT GEEK PODCAST

SEASON TWO: EPISODE TWELVE

BATMAN: THE KILLING JOKE







If you're a fan of BATMAN or THE JOKER.. DON"T MISS THIS EPISODE!! Join Andrew Puzak, Holden Orme and Vin Scorpion of VIGILANT GEEK MEDIA as they dissect BATMAN: THE KILLING JOKE!!! The guys analyze this new DC animated feature, comparing and contrasting the feature with the source material written by Alan Moore and drawn by Brian Bolland. Then, the guys discuss their favorite joker portrayals of all time and of any medium!! 


...and as always...


Stay Vigilant!!!!!!



Tuesday, August 16, 2016

The SCARECROW Runs Amok at Boston Comic Con 2016!!!

Even villains need to kick back with an iced cold Heineken once in a while!! (BCC COSPLAY CRUISE)


THE SCARECROW RUNS AMOK
AT BOSTON COMIC CON 2016!!!!


Dr. Jonathan Crane, (VGM's Christopher Girard), elevator bombing some innocent folks!!



Official VIGILANT GEEK MEDIA BOSTON COMIC CON 2016 coverage will be up on the blog within the next few days.. However, if you want a small taste of the con atmosphere.. please allow Doctor Jonathan Crane, (cosplay by, VGM media crew member Christopher Girard), to take you on a tour of some of his comic con experiences!!! As you can see from the photos below, Doctor Crane clearly RAN AMOK this year in Boston!!!

Scarecrow posing with Harvey Two-Face, (Andrew Puzak of VGM), and "Bane Chiropractic."



Crane even takes command of Joker's Gang!!!!! (Payday Masks)




Trouble with the Dark Knight!!!




Scarecrow reunites with an enthusiastic Joker!!!



More on BOSTON COMIC CON 2016 events, panels, cosplays and publications to come A.S.A.P.!! Also be on the lookout for our BOSTON COMIC CON 2016 podcast episoide, as well as our "Indie Book Initiative" video reviews on youtube!! While you're there, please subscribe and like/comment on our vids!!!

..and as always

STAY VIGILANT!!!





Wednesday, August 10, 2016

THE VIGILANT GEEK PODCAST: S2: E11: VALIANT COMICS

THE VIGILANT GEEK PODCAST

SEASON TWO: EPISODE ELEVEN:

VALIANT COMICS






Andrew Puzak and Holden Orme of VIGILANT GEEK MEDIA take some time to discuss current VALIANT COMICS continuity from the events that transpired after "BOOK OF DEATH," to "4001 AD" and present continuity! Titles discussed include: XO MANOWAR, BLOODSHOT, NINJAK, IMPERIUM, DIVINITY II, RAI, 4001 AD, ARCHER AND ARMSTRONG, FAITH and much, much more!!! 

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..and as always....


STAY VIGILANT!!!


Sunday, August 7, 2016

THE SCORPION'S DEN: WWE MEET & GREET!!

VIGILANT GEEK MEDIA PRESENTS:

THE SCORPION'S DEN

WWE MEET AND GREET


VGM analyst VIN SCORPION with STING!!!



Welcome back all you geeks, nerds, fanboys, fangirls, germs, germaphobes and wrestling fans around the globe!! This new installment from VIGILANT GEEK MEDIA, entitled, THE SCORPION'S DEN, and hosted by ex-marine, VGM analyst and wrestling guru VIN SCORPION, will showcase numerous events where VIN will take you deep into the heart of pro-wrestling!!! In this inaugural post, VIN SCORPION along with VGM co-anchor HOLDEN ORME ventured to McCoy Stadium in Pawtucket, RI for BIG TIME WRESTLING's pro-wrestling meet and greet event!! VIN and HOLDEN met some all-time greats of the business including STING, MATT HARDY, GANGREL, RAVEN and more!! Be on the lookout for more accounts from this event from VIN and HOLDEN in upcoming podcast episodes!!!
















and as always....

STAY VIGILANT!!!!



Friday, August 5, 2016

The New England "INDIE BOOK INITIATIVE"

THE VIGILANT GEEK 
NEW ENGLAND
INDIE BOOK INITIATIVE






Andrew Puzak and Holden Orme of VIGILANT GEEK MEDIA kick-off the VIGILANT GEEK inaugural "INDIE BOOK INITIATIVE" by providing their mission statement and displaying some of the top-shelf independent graphic novels coming out of NEW ENGLAND right now. These books will be showcased in their own individual video reviews throughout con season!!!


..and as always...

STAY VIGILANT!!