Lords of Kobol, hear my prayer...

++ Daniel Radcliffe released a heartwarming and classy statement in response to JKR's transphobic remarks. I'm very happy that he spoke out, and I loved his overall message reassuring fans who felt hurt and heartbroken that they matter. Apparently other cast members of the films are speaking out as well, from Daniel and Katie Leung to Eddie Redmayne (even though he took on a trans role which could've been given to a trans actor instead, which he hasn't yet apologized for). Unfortunately, it seems that JKR is doubling down hard on her stance, but at least we know that others (especially known public figures) are showing support and standing in solidarity with the trans community in light of all of this, so let us focus on that positive instead of the negative.

++ In more lighthearted news, we finally have the trailer for the second season of Doom Patrol, which will premiere on June 25th. In times like these we need something that is less serious and bleak and more ridiculous and absolutely bonkers, and this show is that in spades. So yeah, I cannot wait for the new season.

++ Jenny Nicholson made a video where watched and ranked The Land Before Time franchise, all 14 movies. I grew up with the first The Land Before Time, and I did watch several of the direct-to-video sequels, however I wasn't aware that there have been fourteen of them made. Granted I did grow out of them as I got older, and I can't even remember the last movie that I ever watched. I just remember the first few aside from the original. But as soon as I saw her video pop up, I instantly was hit with a wave of nostalgia because that's my childhood and I immediately clicked to watch. I enjoy her breaking down from the worst to the best, pinpointing the flaws a number of them had that I didn't catch when I was younger because, well, I was a kid. Either way, it was entertaining, and it was interesting looking at someone else's fresh take after marathoning all fourteen movies one right after the other.

Warehouse 13 is just my feel-good show, and I'm so happy it's back, because I feel like the family is back on my screen again. Last night was a bit emotional, but understandably so, considering all that went down in that finale and in the premiere and getting the ball rolling again. But them sitting at the table together like one big happy family at the end, d'awwwww. ♥ Oh, and can there be more sassy Claudia and Jinks moments? Like, in every episode? I love their interaction so much, you don't even know. Also, Claudia and Artie's continued father-daughter relationship is just to most precious thing ever. :D :D :D

Also? Daniel Radcliffe was on The Daily Show.

First thought? Finally! Jon Stewart has someone on his show that is shorter than him!

Second thought? Holy shit can they be more adorable? Seriously, Dan is just so precious and I loved the way he interacted with Jon and how they made each other laugh. I also loved Daniel's reaction to the video of questions and of course to the Quidditch thing. lol I honestly think Jon Stewart should have more HP people appear on his show more often. Tom Felton has been very awesome with appearing at interviews and promoting the films over the last few years. I also think that Jason Isaacs would do wonderfully on TDS. Then again, I feel like everyone -- including Misha Collins -- should appear on TDS. Well, for Misha it would be TDS as himself and TCR as his Twitter persona just to see the kind of interactions between both Jon and Stephen, but hey that's just me. ^_~

-♠- (Sci-Fi) Movie Magic Is Back: Reporter Robert K. Elder from Chicago Tribune has labeled Serenity #10 on his list of movies that "capture the imagination", also wanting Joss Whedon to make another Serenity movie. He also says this about the Big Damn Movie: "The end result is a shocking ... pulse-pounding space thriller that puts a brick on the gas pedal, then dares you to jump out the airlock." How very true this statement is, and we do want that Big Damn Sequel, Joss! We shall ignore and discard the unmentionable and incredibly misleading EW article and just keep on flying with the series, comic books and other franchise, and the BDM in hoping the 'Verse will continue onward.

-♠- "No Power In The 'Verse": Lucky Australianers will receive the Serenity exclusive collector's tin that holds the BDM within. Also, the Region 4 DVD will have more extra features than on the Region 1 DVDs. If only I had an All Region DVD player....Nevertheless, for those here in the U.S. that are displeased with the chosen "Llama" coverart, here's an alternative cover made by a guerilla-flyer artist. Pretty damn shiny, if I do say so myself. :)

-♠- It's Tara-tastic!: New Amber Benson interview at SuicideGirls.com. She discusses her current projects and other goodies.

-♠- "I Can Kill You With...My Trusty Pen!" I Can See You: The R. Tam Sessions Story. Ever wondered how the Serenity viral guerilla marketing River Tam Session videos became to be, or the hype surrounding the ever-mysterious first video released? This is a very thorough look back at how it all began, from speculation of the video to the performances of Summer Glau and Joss Whedon in giving Browncoats something to hold onto before the Big Damn Movie had it's September 30th release.

-♠- Gorram Creepifyin' Stuff: Nathan Fillion's new movie, SLITHER, has relaunched its official website, complete with creepifying sound effects and an even more creepifying trailer to boot. I'm definitely seeing this movie. The creepier the better! Then again, I'm that disturbingly odd gal that'll eat while blood and gore is onscreen (hello, CSI anyone?) even when people would suspect I wouldn't like those kinds of stuff, so....yeah.

-♠- "Layers upon layers of acting challenges!": DanRadcliffe.com has a clip from Daniel Radcliffe's guest appearance on the BBC comedy series, This Way Up, along with screencaptures. Hilarious little snippet of him. Also! Let's do a little comparison, shall we? Take a look at these screencaptures of Daniel in the skit, and now take a look at Nathan Fillion in this screenshot in the episode "Ariel" of Firefly. Oddly familiar outfits, no? They could be twins! Captain Tightpants and the Boy Who Lived collaborating together to do some thrillin' heroics on an Alliance-based planet, carrying medical supplies! Mal would be stealing crap and Harry would be hitting people with the police sticks, and the Hero of Canton Jayne Cobb would be insulting the other bystanders. Hee! It would be high-larious! I'm sensing a crossover crack!fic waiting to happen. ;D

* And yes, after watching the commentaries on the Firefly DVDs I have come to the conclusion that the crossover nickname of wizards in space would be Spizards (Space Wizards). Because Alan Tudyk said in the commentary on "The Message" with the Jewish postal worker would be called a SpJew --- yes, weirdness has ensued. Bizui. :p