Join Us for the New Gums Day Fundraiser for Wesley Johnson with Joystiq on January 1st!

If you haven't already heard, Wesley Johnson (a fellow blogger) has been cut short with the lack of insurance. In need of a gum graft operation due to his long battle with diabetes.

So Joystiq.com is getting together with it's appreciation group to raise money to help Mr. Wesley out! During the show on January 1st from 2pm to 6pm US Central Time there will be loads of prizes to be raffled off to those who donate. As a matter of fact, we're helping by donating a unique plush toy to the raffle!

For all the information about how to donate and what the prize packages are please checkout the facebook event with all the details.

Please help out, and spread the word!

Monday Movie You May Have Never Heard Of: A Boy and His Dog

A Boy and His Dog is a classic Hugo Award winning movie from 1975 that's based on the short story written by Harlan Ellison in 1969. You may have also heard of this film as it was recently featured in the A Post-Apocalyptic Film Festival Presented By Fallout 3 back in 2008.

The whole film revolves around a young man who goes by the name Vic (Don Johnson) who's accompanied by his only friend, a dog, who goes by Blood (voiced by Tim McIntire) in a post-apocalyptic world. The duo find themselves roaming the wastelands of the United States after World War IV (a war that only lasted 5 days)

Blood, can communicate to humans via telepathy as a result of a scientific experiment, and chooses only for Vic to hear what he has to say. The partnership relies on one another. Blood finds ammunition, food, shelter, and women with his nose, Vic in-turn feeds the old dog and protects him from raiders.

This award winning Sci-Fi movie is a must see for anyone who's interested in post-apocalyptic movies. With it's unique quirky story telling and characters, it's a must see.

Recently added to Netflix Instant Streaming, it's now easier then ever to watch this classic film.