Tag: Tokusatsu

Power Rangers Lost Galaxy “Journey’s End” BTS Footage

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Hey there Hero-Club, it seems that our friend and associate, Dairenn Lombard found more of his home videos. Whereas, for those who do not remember Dairenn, he was a fan and journalist that visited the Power Rangers sets. Specifically, Dairenn was able to be on set during Power Rangers from In Space to around Lightspeed Rescue. So, Dairenn got to see the filming for various episodes in the franchise, including some series finales. However, before we got to know Dairenn, we and other fans thought he was part of the…

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[Interview] Actor & Suit Performer Kurt Carley on Godzilla (98), the Underworld Series & More!

Spindash

Hey there Heroes, today Hero-Club is proud to present the first of its two brand new interviews for December! So, starting us off is an interview with actor and suit performer, Mr. Kurt Carley hosted by our editor-in-chief Wheelchair21. Now, for those unaware, Mr. Carley was the main suit performer in Godzilla (1998) where he played both Zilla and its child. Although, regarding Baby Godzilla, Mr. Carley was one of many actors that brought the several children to life. Whereas, even to this date many are still surprised that Godzilla…

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[Interview] The Star of “Ultraman: Towards the Future” Dore Kraus Appears

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Hero-Club is proud to announce that we have officially interviewed our first Ultraman host and it is Dore Kraus! Now, for those unaware Dore Kraus is the star of Ultraman: Toward the Future, Ultraman Great’s host, Jack Shindo. Additionally, the series is consider one of the lesser known shows due to how it was mismanaged. Especially, since Ultraman: Towards the Future was during Tsuburaya Productions attempt for an international expansion in the 90’s. Furthermore, following this series’ conclusion there has been licensing issues halting its home media distribution in…

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[Interview] Meeting Power Rangers’ Actor John Tui @PMC2024

Spindash

Today, we have a surprise interview from this year’s Power Morphicon, and it is with the amazing John Tui! For those unaware, John Tui is one of the few actors to play two different Ranger characters within the franchise. First, he was Doggy Kruger in Power Rangers S.P.D., and in the following year he played Daggeron in Mystic Force. Now, both characters are essentially sixth or extra Rangers that were also the main teams’ mentors. However, after Power Rangers, John Tui’s acting career really took off when he made the…

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[Con Report] Power Morphicon 2024: The Entire Weekend Rundown

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Last weekend, the biannual Power Rangers convention, Power Morphicon was held in Pasadena, California from August 23rd to the 25th. As per usual, the event was held at the Pasadena Convention Center, which is part of the greater Marriott branding. Additionally, the accompanying Sheraton Pasadena Hotel was rebranded, as the Dena last Summer, joining the Tribute Portfolio series. So, the revamped hotel was a subtle change for attendees returning to the show following PMC 2022. However, the event’s housing did not change within the past few shows, excluding its temporary…

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[Interview] Ultraman Max’s Sean Nichols Returns!

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Hero-Club presents “the lost” sequel to our interview with Ultraman Max star, Sean Nichols! Now, this was recorded last year in early Summer, nearly a year since the original interview. Specifically, the first interview discussed Sean’s career like how he got to Japan, into acting, and hosting Ultraman events. However, that interview was not too Ultraman Max focused, so Sean suggested doing another that dove into its production. So, we decided to wait until the series had its official home video release via Mill Creek Entertainment. Coincidentally, it gave…

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[Comic Review] Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #116

Ben Odinson

Today, we have our review for the first Mighty Morphin Power Rangers issue of the new year. Sadly, we did not receive the review copy from Boom! Studios on time, so we are covering it now. Currently, we are continuing through the Darkest Hour with this issue which follows Drakkon and Ranger Slayer. So, who knows what will happen when these two have reunited? Although, many already know this was a great encounter that leads to a battle of life and death. Anyway, let us get ‘back to action,’ and…

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[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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Ultraman Rising Teaser Trailer

Ben Odinson

Happy Thursday heroes, we have the teaser trailer for the upcoming Ultraman: Rising film which is set to air exclusively on Netflix. Here is what we know about the main plot of the upcoming movie. When baseball superstar Ken Sato returns home to Japan to pick up the mantle of Earth-defending superhero Ultraman , he quickly finds more than he bargained for as he’s forced to raise the offspring of his greatest foe. From director Shannon Tindle (Kubo & The Two Strings) & co-director John Aoshima (Kubo & The Two…

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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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