James Lizowski
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Spends his days making his own Star Wars figurines. His craft has driven him to look towards the future, drawing inspiration from past technological advances.
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Best TV Shows Based on DC Comics
If you love comic books, checking out some TV shows based on the DC Comics universe is simply a must. So when you feel the need to return to Gotham City or want to explore the Starling City underbelly, simply turn on your TV because all of your favorite DC heroes are waiting for you right there.
By James Lizowski7 years ago in Geeks
Young Adult Sci-Fi Books
Science fiction has been a favorite genre for a very loyal group of fans, old and new, for an incredibly long time. And while you may have started reading it young, many children might not be drawn to the complex narratives that sci-fi books often spin. So how can you best introduce your child to science fiction novels? By seeking out the best young adult sci-fi books for them to begin delving into the genre.
By James Lizowski7 years ago in Futurism
Best Joker Depiction in Games, TV, and Movies
Is there any comic book villain more iconic than the Joker? Short answer, no. No other villain has reached the height of popularity on par with the hero they’re in constant battle with than the Joker. Look at the rest of the DC universe, only Lex Luthor comes close, but not close enough. Same goes for Marvel; DC has always had the best villains and they’ve always been led by the clown Prince of Crime. It’s not just comics though: like Batman, the Joker has become a massive cultural force, and a villain who shares the same esteemed cinematic company as Darth Vader and Hannibal Lecter. So let’s countdown the best depictions of the Joker outside of the comics.
By James Lizowski7 years ago in Geeks
Most Unnecessary 'Star Wars' Gifts Every Fan Needs
These are the gifts you're looking for. Some Star Wars gifts may seem unnecessary to those who aren't true fans, but every real Jedi needs these items. The best unnecessary Star Wars gifts will please even the most discerning Jedi knights.
By James Lizowski7 years ago in Futurism
Evil TV and Movie Presidents
Presidents as the “bad guy” are a trope that shows up in movies and TV shows all the time. While there are plenty of president TV shows and president movies, only a select few explore the plot mechanism that exists in an evil president. Presidents make the perfect villain—instead of being outside the law, they control it. He has the power of a whole country on his side, including the police. The “good guy” is left outside the law, fighting against everyone and their bad reputation to try to save the day. What makes presidents the perfect villain is that the hero of the story can rarely truly beat them, they can only thwart them for the day. Below is a list of the most evil TV and movie presidents that we love to hate.
By James Lizowski7 years ago in Geeks
Top Space Colonization Books
As science continues to push the boundaries of humanity, space colonization books continue to usher in fascinating stories about the possibilities of human life beyond Earth. Back then, it seemed impossible to have aircraft, androids, and smartphones, yet modern society has consistently proven that science fiction can indeed be reality at some point. While the future of humanity is uncertain, it’s always interesting to image what lies ahead. Thus, space colonization books need to be read to develop genuine curiosity and creativity.
By James Lizowski7 years ago in Futurism
Best 'Star Wars' Board Games
Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the original trilogy, have caught the Star Wars bug after the release of A New Hope and Rogue One, or even have a soft spot for the prequels, we’re sure that the best Star Wars board games are going to help you recapture everything you love about one of the greatest sci-fi series ever made. With all sorts of different formats making the list, including card games, strategy games, and even some Star Wars twists on old classics, there really is something for every type of gamer. So gather some friends together, set the imperial march playing, and while away an evening with one of the best Star Wars board games.
By James Lizowski7 years ago in Futurism
Real Life Robots That Are Useful
Technological advancements in automation have led to a significant shift in labor trends as automated real life useful robots are replacing humans in many fields. The world is experiencing an ever increasing blur between the lines of yesterday’s imagination and today's reality in automation. Robotics technology is evolving at a very fast pace and shows particular promises. Over two decades after James Cameron’s unique vision of a robotic assassin captured the attention of viewers all over the world, current world efforts to build machine men are advancing ever closer to reality. From small nanobots that can invade and cure human tissues and diseases to robots that are performing unmanned medical operations, the future of real life robots is now.
By James Lizowski7 years ago in Futurism
'Star Wars' Fan Favorite Kindle Comic Books
Comic books are gateways to the broader universe of Star Wars. My favorite aspect of the comic book medium is the way the art can create a whole new visual take on the Star Wars story, or simply reinforce the pictures in your mind from childhood. Star Wars was unique in the world of pop culture franchises. It began first with the movie and then with the comic books. Ironically it has always been a world where the written word had to do justice to the visual, not vice versa, which is more often the case. Perhaps that is why such close attention to detail whether it be the art, the dialogue or the script, is what makes these Star Wars Kindle comics some of the big fan favorites.
By James Lizowski7 years ago in Geeks
Still Searching for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI)
Irrespective of Hollywood's perspective on the implications of alien contact, the dialogues that would inevitably follow an actual encounter are enormous, almost too staggering to conceive. Imagine the questions we could ask a visiting extraterrestrial: Do you have a cure for cancer? Is there life after death? Are the physical laws in your part of the universe the same as in ours? Is there a way to overcome the burden of gravity, prolong youth, exceed the speed of light...? Think of the things we could learn, among them, as Carl Sagan put it, how "possibly to avoid the dangers of the period of technological adolescence we are now passing through."
By James Lizowski7 years ago in Futurism
Most Underrated Sci-Fi TV Shows
It is in the most underrated sci-fi TV shows where we find the most surprising discoveries and possible truths that lie behind alternate realities, black holes, and life on distant planets. It is where we prepare for the zombie apocalypse while unleashing ancient evil spirits from tombs long forgotten. Located deep within these TV shows is where creativity takes a turn, exploration pushes boundaries, and mysteries are solved; well at least for the one hour they get of air time each week. The most underrated sci-fi TV shows may not have gotten the glory they rightfully deserved, but they have given us reasons for hours of binge watching and streaming.
By James Lizowski7 years ago in Futurism
Dystopian Science Fiction Authors You Must Read
In it's traditional definition, a dystopia illustrates a reality much worse than our own. Dystopian science fiction generally features an oppressive and totalitarian society where political, corporate, technological or religious forces reign supreme while everyone lives under the guise that everything is damn near perfect. But in a very messed-up kind of way, a lot of the ideas mentioned in dystopian fiction are actually pretty decent propositions (like the abandonment of religion and the redistribution of national borders). So as you read through this compilation of some of the best dystopian science fiction authors, take in all the negativity with a grain of salt and think about how some of these ideas can actually be implemented without the treacherous apocalyptic consequences.
By James Lizowski7 years ago in Futurism