Need I say more? And a new trailer is due this week too! Stay tuned!
UPDATE:Comic Book Movie has also scooped that the UK has changed the title of the movie in their region to AVENGERS ASSEMBLE (possibly not to conflict with the other heroic duo team named "The Avengers"), and it reflect in the poster below!
DC just revealed two images and details related the New 52 version of Earth-2 - the first multiverse world outside of the regular "New 52" DCU world that is currently ushering in a new era of adventures and stories featuring favorite heroes like Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman. With the planned "second wave" of books for the New 52 scheduled to hit this May, fans looking forward to seeing this alternate take on the DCU will no doubt be surprised with what DC Comics has in store for them, and they've given a taste of things to come... With the unveiling of designs and information on Earth-2 Batman and Robin! Click the link below for the jump, as this contains MAJOR SPOILERS.
With the final issue of the "Origins" saga coming this week, the first arc of Geoff Johns and Jim Lee's run on DC The New 52's Justice League will finally see the fight everyone has been waiting for... As the league takes on Darkseid! To tease fans who are hungry for the final battle, USA Today has provided a 9 page preview of the issue, which is due in stores on Wednesday. SPOILERS of course are below, so read at your own risk!
The 84th installment of the Academy Awards is well underway, and there are many categories and films to honor and congratulate. As the ceremonies commence, we must not forget the people behind and in front of the camera who have put all their hard work and efforts into making films as they should be: the best and most spectacular shows ever to exist on this planet! With this Live Blog update, I'll be putting up the list of categories and winners of the show. SPOILERS of course, so click "Read More" only if you're sure!
The war for the Iron Throne draws closer, as HBO prepares to continue its breathtaking and popular adaptation of George R.R Martin's "ASong of Ice and Fire" seriesby unleashing their second season of Game of Thrones! With a month to go before the beginning of the new season, the network has released a new trailer for the fanbase to get a taste of what's to come!
AMC has announced that British actor/ director David Morrissey has been cast as the popular villainous character "The Govenor" for their upcoming third season of their popular zombie drama TV series, The Walking Dead.
Those who have followed the original comic book series helmed by Robert Kirkman knows that The Governor is a fan favorite character, and has served as the ultimate definition of a crafty, unrelenting, and insane villain who has terrorized and given Rick Grimes and his fellow survivors a hell of a hard time. One has to wonder how things will play out in the TV Series, which has taking liberties at deviating from the source material, but has gained a strong cult following nonetheless. It will be interesting to see how things roll down as Season 2 prepares to wrap up. So far, I'm enjoying the ride, and zombies are the least of Rick and crew's worries in the long run. For more info, visit the source post at Deadline and Comic Book Movie.
Expect to see David Morrissey take up the mantle of The Governor when The Walking Dead returns for its third season later this year.
Sonic The Hedgehog 4: Episode I was a great throwback to the oldschool Sonic games I enjoyed as a young gamer hooked to his SEGA Genesis/ Mega Drive. Personally, I found a very worthy addition to the series, and I was anxiously waiting on word for the release date and first footage of its follow up. Thankfully, that day has arrived, and via the good folks from the official SEGA blog, we have our first look at Sonic The Hedgehog 4: Episode II!
Sonic The Hedgehog 4: Episode II Trailer
Way past cool old school hedgehog action is coming back Spring 2012... With Miles "Tails" Prower back as his partner and a playable character! Be sure to watch out for more updates via SEGA blog, and check out concept art from the official Facebook page!
Sonic The Hedgehog 4: Episode II explodes in console downloads like Playstation Network and Xbox Live Marketplace on May 16, 2012!
It's breaking news for Mark Millar fans, especially those looking forward to a visit from the man behind The Ultimates and KickAss in their own respective countries.
Via his own website Millarworld and a news scoop in Bleeding Cool, the Scottish born comic book writer has set up a competition wherein he will travel to any location in the world for a signing of his upcoming new book Supercrooks #1... Provided that store orders the most copies of said comic book. Stores in Ireland and New York City are up in the lead for Millar himself to pay a visit. However, the big cheese and top qualifier to get the man himself is a store located right here at home... The Philippines!
That's right, Mark Millar may make the trip to Manila, and things are holding up so far for Filipino fan hopefuls who are looking forward to his potential visit. Bleeding Cool even used an image of just how the comic book store scene looks in the RP above... with a certain fellow blogger friend I know who's actually in the image! For more on the story, check out the source posts at BC and Millar World!
To tease fans for what is being considered the biggest Spidey event for 2012, Marvel.com has released two teaser posters for "Ends of the Earth", which begins with Amazing Spider-Man #682 this March.
Written by Dan Slott and drawn by Stefano Caselli, here's the official synopsis for "Ends of the Earth"
"The next big Spider-Man epic begins in Amazing Spider-Man #682, part one of Ends Of The Earth, by Dan Slott and Stefano Caselli! The Sinister Six, led by the vengeful Doctor Octopus, is back and they’re looking for revenge! Can Spider-Man & Earth’s Mightiest save the world before Doc Ock’s explosive endgame is revealed? Find in Amazing Spider-Man #682 hitting comic shops and the Marvel Comics app this March!"
The awesome teaser posters, featuring a defeated Spider-Man facing Doctor Octopus and Electro, are drawn by Gabrielle Dell'Otto. Will Spidey survive the attack by Doc Ock and the Sinister Six? Find out this March!
Street Fighter x Tekken comes out in a few weeks time for the Playstation 3 and Xbox 360, and the Capcom devloped brawler is generating a lot of buzz from its respective fans to show that it's a highly anticipated title nobody can wait for! Still, while those looking forward to the console releases will get it early, their stomachs may churn over the latest news to come out related to the game... And it's looking good right now for those investing on Sony's newest handheld, the Playstation Vita.
Via a report from Andriasang.com, the Vita version of SFxT will be getting a big bonus to compensate for its delayed release to Fall 2012. Twelve new characters will be added to the roster, with six entries on each side, and fans who have been loyal to both franchises will be happy to know who's making the cut.
Street Fighter: - Elena - Guy - Cody - Sakura - Dudley - Blanka
Tekken: - Lars - Alisa - Christie - Jack - Bryan - Lei
This kinda puts a damper on those getting the game early for the big machines, but it's a good bet Capcom will eventually release the Vita exclusive fighters someday, as either DLC or an "upgraded" version of SFxT in the future. Time will tell for sure. For now, take comfort in seeing the new "Features trailer" for the upcoming console version of the game.
With two months to go until Earth's Mightiest Heroes assemble in the big screen, Marvel Studios and Walt Disney Pictures have unloaded their marketing bandwagon and released a new poster for their epic looking superhero team blockbuster flick, The Avengers! In this low-res one sheet, the entire team stands and walks together side by side, ready to face the foes no one hero could face! Tony Stark/ Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.) leads the charge, with fellow heroes Steve Rogers/ Captain America (Chris Evans), Thor (Chris Hemsworth), Natasha Romanoff/ Black Widow (Scarlet Johansson), Clint Barton/ Hawkeye (Jeremy Renner), Bruce Banner/ Hulk (Mark Ruffalo), and Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson) by his side! Thanks goes to Comic Book Movie for posting these up!
Also, there's these Black Widow mini posters, which didn't quite make the cut according to the post over at Comic Book Movie.
Almost everybody knows their superheroes, and majority of us are mostly familiar with the male characters that continue to entertain and dominate the pages of comic books with their powers and abilities. However, we must not forget that there are female counterparts as well, and they have equally displayed amazing feats and talents that have saved the world countless times over in their adventures. That being said, an upcoming documentary premiering in SXSW aims to showcase these heroines, and how their image continues to grow and inspire many across the globe. Check out the trailer to "WONDER WOMEN! The Untold Story of American Superheroines", and see how the superheroine was born and came to prominence in American comics!
WONDER WOMEN! The Untold Story of American Superheroines - SXSW 2012 Accepted Film
Here's the official synopsis for the documentary:
"WONDER WOMEN! THE UNTOLD STORY OF AMERICAN SUPERHEROINES traces the fascinating evolution and legacy of Wonder Woman. From the birth of the comic book superheroine in the 1940s to the blockbusters of today, WONDER WOMEN! looks at how popular representations of powerful women often reflect society’s anxieties about women’s liberation. WONDER WOMEN! goes behind the scenes with Lynda Carter, Lindsay Wagner, comic writers and artists, and real life superheroines such as Gloria Steinem, Shelby Knox and others who offer an enlightening and entertaining counterpoint to the male dominated superhero genre."
Be sure to stay tuned for this exciting look at female American comic book heroes! For more info, visit the source post atSlash Film and First Showing!
Via Comic Book Movie and the latest issue of Empire magazine, here's a new still featuring Chris Evans, Jeremy Renner, and Scarlett Johansson, who make up 3 members of Earth's Mightiest Heroes in Marvel Studios and Walt Disney Pictures upcoming blockbuster superhero flick, The Avengers! Marching forth as Captain America, Hawkeye, and Black Widow respectively, the three stars venture forth to battle the foes no hero can face alone! For more info and scans, visit the source post at CBM and Empire!
I think the title of this post and the following clip speaks for itself.
Toronto Batman: Batman's Night Out
Meet Toronto's Batman: Alex Brovedani. He's the hero his hometown deserves, but the one it doesn't need right now. If you feel you've "heard about his parents", then you owe it to yourselves to be a fellow Batfan and follow this awesome guy. As a fellow Batman cosplayer to another, this guy shows he has the guts, not to mention the determination to play the Caped Crusader!
For more on the Toronto Batman, visit his official Facebook and Twitter pages!
As part of their "Mark of the Spider-Man" viral marketing campaign to promote their upcoming summer superhero flick, Marvel and Sony Pictures have released the very first official clip to Marc Webb's Spider-Man movie reboot "The Amazing Spider-Man", featuring the main star himself Andrew Garfield as Peter Parker, in a scene where he meets his biggest challenge yet. SPOILERS abound of course, so watch the clip after the jump if you're among the curious!
Now riding in theaters to mixed reviews that will surely put fans on the fence, Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance brings veteran actor Nicholas Cage back in the role he first starred in 2007, albeit a lot more darker and sinister than before. I've seen the film and reviewed it (featured in Geekmaticas well), and my opinion will be something that leaves a lot to be desired for the most part if you haven't seen the film yet. Still, there may be hope yet if you're a Nic Cage fan. Via a video interview with Total Film, he gives his take on the character, describing the Ghost Rider as a "philosophical hero" and letting on his background that he is a bog comic book fan himself.
Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance - Total Film interview with Nichiolas Cage
Well, Nicholas Cage has spoken, and it's up to you whether or not you want to see The Rider on theaters. For more insight, visit the source post at Total Film and Comic Book Movie.
Open since the February 17th, Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance is now in theaters.
In a move that's sure to get Tekken fans burning up with excitement, Tekken Producer Katsuhiro Harada has tweeted and unveiled photos from the Japan AOU Amusement Show 2012 of the newest upgrade to the current Tekken game "Tekken Tag Tournmanent 2". Billed as "Tekken Unlimited Tag Tournament 2", the changes to the engine are just more than simply addressing balancing issues and tweaking the game aesthetically.
TUTT2 adds the option of playing TAG or SOLO, meaning you can take the brawl either way you like, through teamwork, old fashioned 1-on-1 beat 'em up, or a SOLO player going up against a TAG player, making the fight 1 Vs 2! With the current build of Tag 2 still making waves in arcades, and Street Fighter X Tekken seeing release in consoles next month, this is sure to please fans around the world once it hits, and justifies the delays for the console version!
Sad news has hit the comic book and magazine world, as legendary artist and inker John Severin passed away last February 12, leaving a lot of fans and fellow creators mourning over the loss of a legend. Profoundly known for his works in the 50's with EC Comics, working with Western Comics, DC Comics, and Marvel Comics, as well as Cracked and being one of the founders of MAD, Severin's signature artistic style was known to many, and he passionately drew a lot of memorable works and visuals that are still remembered by many to this day. His work on the Rawhide Kid, Sgt. Fury and his Howling Commandos, The Incredible Hulk, and The Punisher are among some of his notable accomplishments, and he also made an impression for 45 years as an artist for Cracked, with humurous results to boot that entertained readers the world over. Here are samples of his works over the years via Comic Book Resources, and kind words were expressed in his memory by Marvel.
Truly , another icon in the popculture world has left us, and his contributions to the industry will forever be remembered by creators and fans alike. R.I.P John Severin, and thank you.
The war for the Iron Throne comes back in April 1st, and to commemorate the epicness, HBO has released this teaser poster to their much anticipated second season of Game of Thrones!
Also released is a new production trailer, featuring work and shooting being done on Iceland to create "The Wall"!
Call it what you will, but the guy who brought the robots in disguise to the big screen (with lots of explosions and babes) is coming back for a fourth installment.
Via MTV News and Comic Book Movie, it has been learned in an MTV News interview with producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura that director Michael Bay will indeed be returning to direct a fourth Transformers film. It won't be a straightforward sequel, but a "reboot" of sorts, and the producer goes to call it an "evolution" of the film series instead of starting the process all over again.
Collider has also noted the story, and here's the official press release of the film, as released and confirmed by Paramount. It also features details on Bay's other new movie "Pain and Gain", which stars Mark Wahlberg and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.
Posted in DC Comics' official blog "The Source", the official synopsis and scheduled release of Batman: Earth One has been given! Read it all below and find out how Geoff Johns,Gary Frank, and Jon Sibal deal with this take of The Dark Knight!
BATMAN: EARTH ONE HC Written by GEOFF JOHNS Art by GARY FRANK and JON SIBAL Cover by GARY FRANK On sale JULY 4 • 144 pg, FC, $22.99 US • From GEOFF JOHNS and GARY FRANK, the acclaimed team behind SUPERMAN: SECRET ORIGIN and the SHAZAM! stories in JUSTICE LEAGUE! • In the tradition of SUPERMAN: EARTH ONE, this spectacular original graphic novel gives new insight into BRUCE WAYNE’S transformation into BATMAN and his first year as THE DARK KNIGHT. • In this all new take on the Batman mythos, Bruce Wayne is on the hunt for his parents’ killer. His target? The Mayor of Gotham City! • Plus, who is Alfred Pennyworth – and why is he so determined to put an end to the Batman?
It saddened me when I heard the unfortunate news that Whitney Houston, one of R&B, Soul, and music's finest talents and legends, had passed away. Her exceptional and beautiful voice was her distinguish trait, and it made her one of the most iconic pop and dance singers of all time. Her time with Bobby Brown literally brought her image down, and she tried to rebound from her past drug problems by separating from her estranged ex-husband and restarting her career. Now, at the eve of the 2012 Grammy Music Awards, a sad shadow has been cast on the night meant for celebrating the music industry, as it has lost one of its remarkable gems for a point in its history.
Surely everyone born and fortunate to experience he fabulous voice has their favorite Whitney Houston song, and I don't blame them if they have multiple ones like I do. From experiencing the peak of her career in music in the 90's, I'll always remember Whitney for the song "I'll Always Love You", which was part of the official soundtrack of The Bodyguard, a film she co-starred in with Kevin Costner. It's probably fitting to play now in a time the world loses one of it's greatest and most gifted individuals.
Whitney Houston - I Will Always Love You
And like the namesake of this article, another favorite of mine was Whitney's rendition of the Chaka Khan classic "I'm Every Woman", which was also featured in the line up of "The Bodyguard" OST"
Whitney Houston- I'm Every Woman
Whether it uplifted you, made you happy or sad, Whitney Houston was a truly remarkable woman. I truly hope she is in a better place, and lending her voice to the heavens with the same resounding magnitude it had in life. Rest in peace Whitney, and thank you for being
Straight from this year's New York Toy Fair itself, Hasbro has introduced new waves of toys and collectibles, including new figures from their upcoming new movie based on the G.I.JOE franchise, G.I.JOE: RETALIATION! Now via Collider and Comic Book Movie, here's a peek at the very first Joe himself who's going to be played by Bruce Willis in the movie - Joe Colton!
Whether you're a Joe collector or Bruce Willis fan, anyone collecting the toys will go "Die Hard" over this, pun intended. For more pics on the other toys coming for G.I.JOE: RETALIATION, check out the source post at CBM and Collider!
G.I.JOE: RETALIATION shoots into theaters this June 29!
As part of their upcoming second wave of DC The New 52 books arriving this year, DC Comics has released via The Source their first look at the covers to the first issues of Earth-Two and World's Finest!
Stunning cover to Earth-Two #1, as drawn by Ivan Reis and Joe Prado!
The New 52 versions of Power Girl and Huntress explode in this cover to World's Finest #1 by George Perez!
For more info and details, visit the source post at DC The Source!
Via updates from JEFusion, the first poster and second teaser trailer for Kamen Rider X Super Sentai: Super Hero Taisen has been released! Exploding into Japanese theaters this April, the whole assemble of Kamen Riders and Super Sentai will gather together for the first time, in one explosive movie that will decide the fate of the universe! As seen in the new 42 second teaser trailer, things are going to get hyped up between Riders and Sentai!
Kamen Rider X Super Sentai 2nd Trailer
Here's the plot synopsis for the movie:
"For a long time, the Kamen Riders and Super Sentai have defended the peace on Earth. But something has happened to change all of that.
Tsukasa Kadoya / Kamen Rider Decade gathers the past evil organizations fought by Kamen Riders and becomes the Great Leader of "Dai-Shocker" and has begun to attack all of the Super Sentai.
Meanwhile, Captain Marvelous / GokaiRed takes control of "Dai-Zangyack", becoming its Great Emperor, has begun to attack all of the Kamen Riders.
What is this "Big Machine Project" that the leaders of Dai-Shocker and Dai-Zangyack speak of?
To solve the mystery of the battle, the Denliner goes into the past. Fourze is.. The Go-busters are... Kamen Rider #1 is... The Gorangers are... ?! The greatest hero battle in history! Which is the strongest?"
Currently filming and prepping up for release this August, Universal Pictures has released a new poster and the very first trailer to their upcoming spin-off flick based on Robert Ludlum's Bourne series - "The Bourne Legacy"! Starring Jeremy Renner (Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol, The Avengers) as Aaron Cross, the movie will center around events that transpire as a consequence of the actions of Jason Bourne in the past Bourne films. Filming was also done in this blogger's home country of The Philippines (with film locations taking place in spots like Manila and Makati), so it will be interesting to see how this fares in theaters this August, and it also stars Rachel Weisz and Edward Norton to boot! Check out the trailer below, courtesy of Collider!
The Bourne Legacy Trailer
Catch the action detailed in The Bourne Legacy when it arrives in theaters this August 3rd!
In anticipation for their second wave of New 52 books coming up this May, DC Comics has posted up new details and interesting material for their upcoming new titles from the Batman universe!
Above is the cover to Batman Annual #1, which will be written by fan-favorite Scott Snyder (of the regular New 52 Batman series), co-written by James Tynion IV, with art duties by Jay Fabok. Expanding on the event known as "Night of the Owls", The New 52 Batman will meet for the very first time his cool and cruel archnemesis... Mr. Freeze! How he plays in matters remains to be seen, but it ties in to the Court of Owls, and his origins will be explained! Check out more info via DC's blog The Source!
Also featured in The Source is the very first look at the cover to May's Batman, Incorporated #1! Grant Morrison returns to pen the book, and is joined once again by artist Chris Burnham, who also did art duties in issues for the first volume on Batman Inc. preceding the New 52! Read up more info viaDC The Source andComic Book Movie!
Batman returns in a big way this May for the second wave of DC The New 52! Don't miss it!
Here it is! You Tube, Sony Pictures, and Marvel have released the official new theatrical trailer to Marc Webb's take on Marvel's friendly neighborhood superhero - The Amazing Spider-Man!
The Amazing Spider-Man Theatrical Trailer
Like what you see? Prepare for web slinging action this July, and see Andrew Garfield as Peter Parker as he learns that with great power comes great responsibility! For more info and details, visit the official website for the film!
The Amazing Spider-Man swings into theaters this July 3rd!
Shown during this year during the Super Bowl XLVI, a new 30 second TV Spot has appeared to promote Marvel Studios and Walt Disney Pictures' summer blockbuster superhero team-up movie, The Avengers!
The Avengers Super Bowl XLVI TV Spot
Plus, that's not all, as an EXTENDED version of said TV Spot is also out online, courtesy of Marvel.com!
The Avengers Super Bowl XLVI TV Spot
The Avengers assemble on theaters this Apirl 25th and May 4th! For more info on the story, visit Marvel.com and Comic Book Movie!
The folks at Big Bad Toy Store have posted up this new official product tie-in for The Dark Knight Rises, and it's none other than Batspud! Complete with his own Batarang and Utility Belt, transform this incarnation of Mr. Potato Head into The Dark Potato and take him on his crimefighting crusade! For more info and details, visit the source post at Bleeding Cool and Big Bad Toy Store!
The Dark Knight Rises appears in theaters on July 20th!
Via their official website and Comic Book Resources, Marvel has revealed the full teaser poster showcasing Spider-Man's newest costume change for the upcoming new event in Amazing Spider-Man called "Ends of the Earth". Beginning with March's Amazing Spider-Man #682 (written by Dan Slott and which also commemorates Spidey's 50th Anniversary), the six issue event focuses on Spidey dealing with a new incarnation of the Sinister Six, with Doctor Octopus leading the pack and setting his sights on global domination. As a result, Peter Parker will be forced to go through drastic measures, and one such consequence is the debut of a new suit, which is viewable in the teaser itself.
UPDATE: Enewsi confirmed that Robert Orci posted a behind the scenes picture from the FIRST Star Trek film, though the writer promises an official set photo from the second flick will be up soon.
Via Robert Orci's official Twitter page and Enewsi, the first official set photo of J.J. Abrams Star Trek Sequel is now online! Showing the director himself together with his cast and crew aboard the bridge of the U.S.S Enterprise, filming for the new Trek flick is underway, and is expected for release sometime in 2013! For more info, visit the source post at Enewsi!
This Friday, Wrestling fans in the Philippines will be seeing some of sports-entertainment's finest gracing our very shores!
Just like the poster says, on February 4th, 2012, some of Wrestling's finest and familiar faces will be gracing the SMART Araneta Center, when World Wrestling Fan Xperience arrives and presents the WWFX Champions Showcase Tour 2012! See the likes of former WWE Stars such as John Morrison, Carlito, M.V.P, Shelton Benjamin, Chris Masters, Rhino, and former WWE Divas like Jillian Hall and Melina, as they invade the SMART Araneta Coliseum and do what they do best for the fans and viewers of sports entertainment! Check out the official press release after the jump!
In a move that is undoubtedly both controversial and exciting, DC Entertainment has officially announced a new prequel series to Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' seminal comic book series work "WATCHMEN". Unified under the banner entitled "BEFORE WATCHMEN", seven prequel miniseries will be released that will tell tales that exist within the Watchmen universe, and will feature the likes of J. Michael Straczynski, Andy Kubert, Brian Azzarello, and Darwyn Cooke.
The titles to be released are as follows:
RORSCHACH (4 issues) – Writer: Brian Azzarello. Artist: Lee Bermejo
There will also be a back up story in the form of CURSE OF THE CRIMSON CORSAIR, which runs for two-pages at the end of every issue released. After all is said and done, a single issue called BEFORE WATCHMEN: EPILOGUE will be released, and will also feature a Crimson Corsair back up. For more info and details on this development, visit the source post at DC's official blog The Source and Bleeding Cool!
The official 007 website has released a new picture for the new upcoming flick "Skyfall", and it features Daniel Craig back in action as James Bond himself! In the new still, Bond looks like he's ready to take on his adversary, readying his signature sidearm, the Walter PPK, and going after his foe. For more info and details, visit the official 007.com website and the source posts at Superherohype and Cinema Blend!
James Bond will return in Skyfall this October 26th!
Via Marvel and Comic Book Movie, new updates have surged through the web to promote Walt Disney Pictures and Marvel Studios' blockbuster superhero team flick, The Avengers! Presented during the live Twitter chat hosted by director Joss Whedon and joined by actors Tom Hiddleston (Loki), Clark Gregg (Agent Coulson), and last minute addition Samuel L. Jackson (Nick Fury), the 10-second teaser has made its way to Marvel's official You Tube Channel. Here it is for viewing below, and above you can see the new live action banner poster!
Marvel's The Avengers Super Bowl XLVI Commercial - Teaser
A teaser is a teaser alright. For more info and details, visit the source posts at Marvel.com and CBM!
The Avengers assemble on theaters worldwide on April 25th (international) and May 4t (US)!
