Author: Billy "TaJa" Doyle

[Review] Godzilla -1.0: The New Face of Fear *Spoiler Warning*

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

This past week marked the North American release for the latest Toho produced Godzilla film, Godzilla -1.0. Interestingly, this film was somewhat made in secret, as it was not officially revealed until filming ended in 2022. Although, its existence was announced in February that same year under the working title, Blockbuster Monster Movie, as speculation rose. Especially, since director of the Always: Sunset on Third Street films, Takashi Yamazaki was heavily attached to this production. For those unaware, in series’ second film, the movie opens on a writer’s dream of…

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[Interview] Narō TV’s CEO Todd Silverstein & VP of Content Production Jordan Smith

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Good morning Heroes, and happy Monday, as we are one day away from celebrating Halloween 2023! Now, today we have an interview that has been sitting in our backlog since last December. However, what delayed everything was scheduling, editing mishaps, and ‘corporate okays’ pertaining to what our guests could say. Unfortunately, during this time, the educational streaming Narō TV announced it would be closing its door by 2024. Yet, rather than cancelling the interview outright, our guests are allowing us to share what Narō TV was about. Especially, since the…

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[Interview] Actor Yasuhisa Furuhara, Engine Sentai Go-Onger’s Go-On Red

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Good evening Heroes, today Hero-Club is presenting its newest interview, which is with Engine Sentai Go-Onger’s Yasuhisa Furuhara. Yes, our guest is none other than the man who portrays Go-On Red/ Sōsuke Esumi, in the Super Sentai series. However, besides appearing in Super Sentai, Furuhara-san has been in other tokusatsu productions. Specifically, the 2011 film Karate-Robo Zaborgar a remake of 1974’s Denjin Zaborger, and Ultraman Orb: The Origin Saga. In addition, Furuhara-san has recently launched a YouTube channel in 2022 where he discusses his life, and work in tokusatsu. As a…

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Official Kamen Rider Gotchard Press Conference – Cast, Staff & More

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Toei held their press conference for the next installment in the Kamen Rider series, Kamen Rider Gotchard. However, unlike previous press conferences that were conducted live, Toei prerecorded the entire presentation. So, the following details pertain to the series synopsis, the main cast, and the staff involved.   Series Synopsis: The key to the story is the artificial lifeforms called Chemie created by collecting the best alchemy techniques. There are 101 Chemies in total, made to imitate all things that exist in this world like grasshoppers and SLs (Train).…

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Tsuburaya Productions Releases Ultraman Blazar Trailer & Synopsis

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Following the Ultraman Decker film, Tsuburaya Productions previewed a teaser trailer for its next televised Ultraman series for 2023. Officially titled, Ultraman Blazar, the new series was confirmed to not be a continuation of the Next Generation productions. However, the series will be an all-new original Ultraman production that seemingly does not rely on legacy material to transform. So, Ultraman Blazar will be more like older series than as seen with modern shows since Ginga onwards.   Whereas, as of today, Tsuburaya Productions has officially released the first trailer for…

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Official Ohsama Sentai King-Ohger Press Conference – Cast Details & More

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Recently, Toei held the official press conference for the next upcoming installment in the Super Sentai series. Titled, Ohsama Sentai King-Ohger, this installment will feature the series returning to the usual standalone season format. Whereas, the previous series, Avataro Sentai Donbrothers, that is concluding its run was a loose sequel to 2021’s Kikai Sentai Zenkaiger. However, since Zenkaiger, crossover previews for the next show have been occurring to showcase the new mecha. So, for those who watch Super Sentai weekly, they are already caught up with recent events. Anyway, as…

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Announcing the New Sword & Sorcery Action Figure Series, Savage Crucible!

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, we are promoting an all-new action figure series that has launched a Kickstarter to fund its development. Titled, Savage Crucible, it is a 1/12th scaled sword and sorcery focused action figure series. These figures will feature multiple points of articulation and an abundance of display options from accessories to parts swapping. Additionally, like the Four Horsemen’s Mythic Legions, Savage Crucible will have original characters, and allow collectors to customize them. However, this line is collaborating with the Frazetta Art Museum, to include characters featured in Frank Frazetta’s artwork. Surprisingly,…

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[Interview] Tokusatsu Director & Producer Takeshi Yagi

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Hero-Club is presenting its newest interview, which we previously alluded to in our interview with Ultraman Max’s Sean Nichols. Also, Sean Nichols should be considered as the initial mastermind behind this current interview altogether. Especially, when it was Sean who helped to network and connect us with our guest that we are featuring today. So, we really have to further thank Sean, as this entire interview would probably not be happening without him.   Now, as the title of this article states, our guest is former Tsuburaya Productions director and…

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[Tokyo Comic Con] AKARI: Tokusatsu Re-Imagined Campaign Announced

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Recently at Tokyo Comic Con, former Tsuburaya Productions director and producer Takeshi Yagi announced a new tokusatsu project. Titled, AKARI, the production is a proof-of-concept that is in association with the online video service, Narō. For those unaware, Narō is an on-demand video service that creates programs on Japanese culture, and veterans from its professions. Whereas, the programs are filmed as a hybrid between a documentary, and a master class course on the profession featured.   Now, the service is expected to release a course on tokusatsu hosted by Takeshi Yagi…

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[Official Images] S.H.Figuarts Kamen Rider Geats Magnum Boost & Entry Raise Form

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Currently, Tamashii Nations 2022 is occurring in Japan, and they are unveiling several new items throughout their various product lines. As expected, several of the items are scheduled to be Premium Bandai exclusives, and others are to be determined. However, there are retail releases being announced with some confirmed to be going up for pre-order in the near future. Now, among these upcoming retail releases to go on pre-order are the first two S.H.Figuarts for Kamen Rider Geats. Whereas, for those unaware, Kamen Rider Geats is the current airing series…

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