"Gaze at Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters" In the film "Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters," a twisted and action-packed take on the classic fairytale, our beloved siblings Hansel and Gretel have grown up to become fierce witch hunters. The film, released in 2013 and directed by Tommy Wirkola, takes the audience on a wild journey as the duo battles evil witches and uncovers a sinister plot. **The main idea** of "Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters" revolves around an alternative storyline to the original fairytale. Instead of being helpless children left to fend for themselves, these siblings have transformed into skilled hunters who dedicate their lives to eradicating witches from the world. The movie begins with a flashback to the siblings' traumatic childhood when they were abandoned in the forest by their parents and stumbled upon a witch's gingerbread house. In a twist of fate, they manage to overpower and kill the witch, setting the stage for their future vocation.

Looking Back At The Time The Nuggets Mascot Passed Out After A Pregame Stunt Backfired

On December 15, 1990, the Denver Nuggets introduced the world to Rocky, the anthropomorphic mountain lion that has provided fans with plenty of entertainment over the years. However, nothing tops the unintentionally hilarious moment we were treated to when the person inside the costume passed out during a pregame stunt that went wrong in 2013.

For decades, Rocky was embodied by Ken Solomon, an aspiring actor who deployed a wide variety of antics to help the animal he embodied become one of the most beloved mascots in the NBA. While the Nuggets are oddly secretive about the identity of the person who plays Rocky, it’s believed he passed the torch to his son Drake (who reportedly rakes in more than $600,000 a year) after portraying the most for more than 30 years.

Solomon put a ton of time and effort into his role as Rocky, as he routinely pulled off acrobatic stunts and high-flying dunks and had an uncanny ability to sink blind half-court shots with ease.

However, the job also came with its fair share of hazards—as evidenced by the fairly infamous night when thousands of fans watched a motionless Rocky slowly lowered down onto the court.

In a twist of fate, they manage to overpower and kill the witch, setting the stage for their future vocation. Fast forward to their adult years, and Hansel and Gretel (played by Jeremy Renner and Gemma Arterton) have perfected their craft. Armed with an array of weapons and fueled by their tragic past, they travel from town to town, eliminating witches and rescuing kidnapped children.

The time the Denver Nuggets mascot passed out while being lowered from the ceiling remains an all-time NBA moment

On November 1, 2013, the Nuggets welcomed fans to the Pepsi Center for their first home game of the season in a showdown against the Trail Blazers.

It was the first of many largely forgettable games in a largely forgettable season, as Denver fell in a contest that Portland won by a score of 113-18. However, it will always have a place in NBA history thanks to what transpired before tip-off.

Rocky and the Nuggets opted to pull out all the stops for the home opener, as Solomon headed up to the rafters in the arena prior to the game and hopped into the harness that was supposed to lower him down to the floor.

Unfortunately, things didn’t go as planned, as the rope attached to Rocky descended a bit too quickly. While the operators attempted to correct the speed, they did so a bit too abruptly, and Soloman had the wind knocked out of him to the point where he was temporarily unconscious.

While it was clear something was amiss, the announcer tasked with hyping up the crowd continued with his spiel as a spotlight continued to focus on a motionless Rocky slowly making his way down from the rafters before collapsing to his knees once he hit the court.

To this day, there aren’t many videos with the ability to make me laugh uncontrollably every single time I watch them without fail quite like that clip.

You obviously have to feel bad for Soloman (who was sidelined for the remainder of the game), and while it was undoubtedly a scary moment, you don’t need to feel too bad if you have a similar reaction as I do when you consider he wasn’t seriously injured and made a quick return to his mascot duties.

Connor Toole is the Deputy Editor at BroBible. He is a New England native who went to Boston College and currently resides in Brooklyn, NY. Frequently described as "freakishly tall," he once used his 6'10" frame to sneak in the NBA Draft and convince people he was a member of the Utah Jazz.

Issue 111: A Mile-High Stunt Gone Wrong

I’m currently writing this email from Denver, where I’ve been enjoying a little pre-birthday celebration.

I’ve eaten far too much good food. I’ve played bocce ball in a bar. I’ve been to two Colorado Rockies games — and even saw a walk-off home run! And I have most likely walked more than I have during the rest of the entire summer combined.

What I have not done is try and enter a building from the roof. Why? Because I’ve been scarred thanks to a Denver Nuggets game from eight years ago.

(Also because of several other reasons, but this is the only basketball-related one.)

Back in 2013, Rocky, the Denver Nuggets mascot, was making a grand entrance for the team’s home opener. He was harnessed and rappelling down from the rafters — the plan was for him to land, unharness, and then wow the crowd with crazy hijinks. You know, like a typical mascot.

Only things went awry VERY quickly.

Rocky passed out almost immediately as soon as the harness started lowering him down. All we see is his very limp body slowly dropping toward the earth.

This event is a real thing called suspension trauma, and should you or someone you know ever encounter it, get out of the harness immediately.

While it was a scary situation at the time, Rocky was, in fact, okay. A quick recovery in the hospital and he was soon back to doing all the wacky things we know and love.

That fact also makes it okay to laugh at the moment when Rocky finally reaches the ground and the PA announcer gives us a hearty “Yeahhhhhhh!”

Really capturing the gravity of the situation there.

This is far from Rocky’s only spectacularly outrageous situation. He’s also participated in things like decking a small child during a football game and has an ongoing feud with NBA-er Russell Westbrook.

And if this email made you sad, watching it happen in reverse is much more inspiring.

That’s all ’til next time. Thanks for reading!

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Nuggets mascot Rocky gives Denver fans a scare after pregame stunt goes awry

A pregame stunt by popular Nuggets mascot Rocky gave fans in Denver quite the scare on Friday night.

Rocky, widely considered one of the best mascots in sports, got the wind knocked out of him as he was being lowered down to the court in a harness before the Nuggets home opener against the Blazers.

Rocky collapsed on the court as horrified fans watched on, according to Denver’s ABC affiliate. The station reported that Rocky was checked by doctors and taken off the court.

The Nuggets later announced that Rocky was okay, but would not return to the game. The costumed mountain lion character is expected back for Denver’s next game against the Spurs on Tuesday.

Tom Merolla, an executive producer for Denver’s CBS4, tweeted this horrifying photo of the lifeless body being lowered to the court:

“Can’t lie, seeing Rocky’s lifeless body being lowered was kinda creepy,” tweeted one fan.

Rocky took to Twitter Saturday morning to reassure his fans that he was okay.

“Feeling much better, #NuggetsNation! Thanks for your support. I hope to be back in action for 11/5 vs the @Spurs. Go @DenverNuggets!”

The Nuggets didn’t show much life during the home opener and fell to 0-2 on the season with a 113-98 loss.

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I love this video more every time I see it! Let's count the people getting #DOPAMINE hits! #1. The fan receiving the teddy bear(s) #2. Rocky the Mountain Lion (Kenn Solomon) #3. All the other fans present watching this hilarious exchange #4. The MILLIONS of people who have seen this video See the positive impact ONE goofy, silly idea could have?

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The siblings have become renowned witch hunters, feared by witches and revered by the townspeople. **The main idea** of the movie takes a thrilling turn when the duo stumbles upon Muriel (played by Famke Janssen), a powerful dark witch, who has devised a plan to sacrifice numerous children on the upcoming Blood Moon. Now, Hansel and Gretel must confront their biggest challenge yet, not only to save the day but also to unravel the mystery behind their past. Throughout the film, stunning visual effects and intense action sequences keep the audience engaged. The dark and eerie atmosphere adds a layer of suspense, heightening the feeling of danger and adventure. The chemistry between the actors, combined with their impressive stunt work, creates a dynamic and captivating experience. Overall, "Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters" offers a fresh take on a time-honored fairytale, with its action-packed storyline and unique twist. It allows audiences to reimagine the siblings as brave and formidable warriors, fighting against the forces of evil. So, sit back and get ready to gaze at this exhilarating saga of witch hunters..

Reviews for "Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters": A New Direction for the Brothers Grimm"

1. John - 2/5 stars - I was really looking forward to watching "Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters" as I'm a fan of dark fantasy films. Unfortunately, this movie was a huge disappointment. The storyline was weak, and the dialogue felt forced and cheesy. The action scenes were over-the-top and lacked any real excitement. Overall, it felt like a poorly executed attempt to modernize a classic fairytale.

2. Emily - 1/5 stars - "Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters" was a complete waste of time. The movie was packed with mindless violence and gore, leaving no room for character development or a meaningful plot. The acting was incredibly wooden, making it impossible to connect with any of the characters. I found myself counting down the minutes until it was over. I would not recommend this film to anyone.

3. Sarah - 2/5 stars - The idea of a darker and grittier take on the classic fairytale was promising, but "Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters" failed to deliver. The CGI effects were subpar, making the witch battles more laughable than intense. The dialogue was cringe-worthy, filled with clichés and cheesy one-liners. I had higher expectations for this film, especially with Jeremy Renner in the lead role, but it fell flat in nearly every aspect.

Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters: A New Twist on a Classic Tale