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Mania Exclusive Interview: Winterbirth Author Brian Ruckley
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 04-28-2008)
Featuring skillfully-crafted narrative, multilayered characters, and politics more bloody than a George R.R. Martin parley, Brian Ruckley’s Winterbirth delivers an epic tour de force in what Entertainment Weekly describes as “heroic fantasy sp... Tyler's Tremendous Tunes
by Randall Larson (Thu 06-23-2005)
Before too much longer, Brian Tyler is going to find himself at the upper echelon of Hollywood film composers. His efforts over the last dozen years have demonstrated a remarkable proclivity toward orchestral melody and stylistic invention that has result... Paperback Review: Winterbirth
by Pat Ferrara (Fri 05-02-2008)
Pulling from such fantasy influences as J.R.R. Tolkien and George R.R. Martin, Scottish author Brian Ruckley has synthesized a worthy epic opener that goes far beyond a mere recycling of popular genre archetypes.
At the dawn of the Second Age the Gods ... 
Asher's Back....in Polity Form
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 04-28-2008)
...terbirth, Brian Ruckley (Orbit Books)
A great series opener, check out the interview with Brian Ruckley and stay tuned for a full review later on this week.
Annals of the Chosen: The Ninth Talisman, Lawrence Watt-Evans (Tor Books)
Finding Battlestar... Horus Heresy, McKenna, Asher, & More
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 10-10-2006)
...terbirth, Brian Ruckley, Orbit Books Read the Prologue courtesy of Brian Ruckley and Orbit Books. It is a world of ice. It is a world of blood. It is a godless world. An uneasy truce exists between the Thanes of the True Bloods. Now, as another winter ... Book Buzz: SPIN to the Big Screen
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 06-02-2008)
...ies while Brian Ruckley continues The Godless World saga with Bloodheir.
Lastly William Gibson, author of the cyberpunk cornerstone Neuromancer, will be inducted into the SF Hall of Fame on June 21st alongside screenplay writer Rod Serling, editors B... Winterbirth
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 09-10-2007)
...sh author Brian Ruckley makes his fantasy debut with the softcover release of Winterbirth, the first installment of The Godless World trilogy. After two races united to destroy a third, the gods abandoned their children in the Second Age. Now an uneasy... Brian Azzarello inflicts "Pain" on 'Batman: Gotham Knight' (Fri 05-09-2008)
One of the most sought-after writers in comics today, Brian Azzarello is one of the six acclaimed scribes to pen a segment within 'Batman Gotham Knight,' the third in the ongoing series of DC Universe animated original PG-13 movies. Unlike many of his ...DAREDEVIL: Brian Michael Bendis
by James Busbee (Wed 12-13-2000)
There’s something about Daredevil. He’s never Saved Our Entire Planet, spawned an epic crossover, or starred in a cartoon or major motion picture. Kids don’t go crazy at the sight of a Daredevil action figure, and hot young actresses don’t dance around in... DUNE: Reviving the Mythos
by Denise Dumars (Fri 09-08-2000)
Author of 45 books (20 of which are bestsellers) and well-known for his ability to `write in someone else`s universe,` Kevin J. Anderson seems the perfect choice of collaborator for Brian Herbert, the son of the late DUNE-creator Frank Herbert. The duo is... Brian Wood Spotlighted
by Rob Allstetter (Mon 09-17-2001)
Larry Young announced on Sunday night that his publishing house, AiT/Planet Lar is starting off 2002 by turning over January's entire offerings to the works of Brian Wood."I was a fan of Bri Wood's stuff ever since I saw the original solicitation for CHAN... BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS: MAN WITHOUT FEAR!
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Mon 10-15-2001)
Brian Michael Bendis is definitely one of the good guys. Not only is he one of the hardest working men in comics, with titles like POWERS, ALIAS, ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN, ELEKTRA, and many more under his utility belt, but he's a gracious fellow to boot. After... POWERS: Brian Michael Bendis & Mike Avon Oeming
by Trent D. McNeeley (Wed 12-27-2000)
So you’ve heard the buzz about Powers, right? The comic that crosses genres by providing crime noir stories in a superhero world? Yeah, that one. The one your comic shop—like so many others—sold out of while you sat back listening to all the hype. And now... Brian Tyler set to score 'Dragonball' (Sun 03-09-2008)
Composer Brian Tyler has confirmed for DragonballMovieBlog.com that he'll be scoring the 'Dragonball' film. Dragonball is a dream of mine to score. I have been a fan for as long as I can remember. I am going to do my utmost to reflect the epic tone of ...'Journeyman''s Brian Howe in 'Tintin'? (Fri 12-14-2007)
Moviehole.net summarizes a recent chat with actor Brian Howe on the site BlogTalkRadio. During the two hour audio program, Howe (of the ratings-troubled 'Journeyman' series) lets slip that he'll he's seeking a role in the upcoming 'Tintin' feature. '''Ti...Video Interview: Brian Robbins on 'Smallville' (Fri 03-03-2006)
'Smallville' producer Brian Robbins says the show has had its best year yet. "We're getting closer to having to...get there," Robbins says about the prospect of Clark putting on the suit. He also says the show will continue to feature DCU characters.Brian Hitch on "Ultimate Avengers" (Sun 02-26-2006)
"This has been so remarkably true to the spirit of what we've done and the designs have been extremely close to what I've drawn. I am very pleased with it," says Brian Hitch of the 'Ultimate Avnegers' movie...Brian Posehn Cameos in Sierra Mists and De La Pena's BUBBLE
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 09-24-2008)
As one of the highlights from last summer's San Diego Comic Con and voted one of the top new webseries hitting the net this year by Mania's Rich Kuras, we're more than happy in spreading the word for Adam de la Pena and Sierra Mist's On the Bu... Brian Cox wants CGI-facelift for 'Wolverine' (Sat 02-03-2007)
Brian Cox was on BBC TV and was asked about the 'Wolverine' movie. Cox replied, "it's set seventeen years ago, which is fine for Hugh Jackman as Wolverine doesn't age but for me, I'm thinking they could what they did with Patrick and Ian for the start of ...Brian Vaughan on 'Y: The Last Man' (Sun 09-02-2007)
Brian K. Vaughan talks about the film adaptation of 'Y: The Last Man' in this video.FAMILY GUY Will Continue Without Peter, Stewie, or Brian?
by Stephen Lackey (Sun 11-18-2007)
I know the writer’s strike is driving everyone crazy. The brunt of it is just now really hitting and it’s only going to get worse. Seth McFarlane has stopped working on his series Family Guy in support of the strike. Seth is not... Brian Austin Green has a Riddler for Christopher Nolan (Sun 08-17-2008)
As the 'Dark Knight' sequel rumor derby begins, actors are popping up offering their services as variou bat-villains. Add to that the name of actor Brian Austin Green, currently appearing as future soldier Derek Reese in 'Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chr...Brian K. Vaughan turns in 'Y: The Last Man' screenplay (Tue 02-27-2007)
"It's not in development hell. It's in development heck." Brian K. Vaughan, spotlighted in his own panel at New York Comic Con on Sunday, was talking about the Y: The Last Man movie that is set up at New Line Cinema. "I finished the screenplay a few...Brian K. Vaughan Talks Ex Machina Movie (Tue 07-26-2005)
Brian K. Vaughan said it was a natural progression for him to write the screenplay for the 'Ex Machina' feature film, based on his comic book from WildStorm...Brian K. Vaughan to Write Y: The Last Man (Sat 04-15-2006)
"Yeah, I'm really in the loop. In fact I would upgrade it from development hell to development limbo, maybe," says Brian K. Vaughan of the movie adaptation of his comic 'Y: The Last Man'. "I am actually writing the screenplay right now for 'Y The Last Man...Brian Poshen Talks Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (Tue 03-06-2007)
"I actually didn't have to audition for it," said comedian Brian Posehn of his role in the 'Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer'. The actor was clearly visible in trailers that showed scenes from Reed and Sue's wedding. "Tim Story (the director) mus...Video Interview: Hasbro's Brian Goldner on 'G.I. Joe' feature film (Fri 06-29-2007)
Hasbro's Brian Goldner updates fans on the G.I. Joe feature film. He said the film will be based on the story lines presented in the classic Marvel comics, but will fans see Cobra, Destro, Baroness and the rest? "You're going to see the whole thing. Th...Comicscape February 2, 2005
by Tony Whitt (Wed 02-02-2005)
Well, folks, we've finally come to the end of a long journey or rather I have, as the main comics columnist for CINESCAPE. I hope you've enjoyed these columns as much as I've enjoyed writing them, and if you'd like to keep up with my future work, Google ... Brian Tyler & The Rogue
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 09-07-2006)
According to the Gorfaine-Schwartz Agency, Brian Tyler is doing the music for action thriller ROGUE, starring Jet Li, Jason Statham, Devon Aoki and Terry Chen. Produced by Lions Gate Films, the film is directed by Philip G. Atwell, who was the second unit... Brian Azzarello exclusive with DC
by Rob Allstetter (Thu 02-28-2002)
Brian Azzarello, writer of 100 BULLETS and HELLBLAZER, has signed an exclusive, two-year contract for his services with DC Comics. The agreement will allow Azzarello to continue contributing stories and concepts to the publisher's variou... ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN: Brian Michael Bendis
by Edward Gross (Wed 09-13-2000)
Marvel Comics will be the first to admit that comics have hit on hard times in recent years. Some of the company`s key titles have lost their once impenetrable foothold in the marketplace, and marquee characters such as Spider-Man have lost their stature ... Brian Tyler takes on THE FAST & THE FURIOUS
by Randall Larson (Fri 01-13-2006)
Brian Tyler has been assigned to score THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS: TOKYO DRIFT, the third film in the series of hot cars, hot chicks, and hot dudes. Tyler scored the first film (2001) along with BT, while the second, 2 FAST 2 FURIOUS, was scored by David Ar... Brian Robbins and Eddie Murphy team for STARSHIP DAVE
by Karl Schneider (Tue 10-17-2006)
According to Variety, director Brian Robbins and Eddie Murphy are set to team up on the upcoming 20th Century Fox SF comedy STARSHIP DAVE.The film follows a crew of miniature, human-looking aliens who are seeking a way to save their doomed world. Murphy w... Brian Vaughan Talks THE HOOD
by Rob Allstetter (Wed 03-06-2002)
Brian Vaughan, writer of Marvel's upcoming MAX mini-series THE HOOD, says the book is "an unapologetic look" at a villain.THE HOOD features 19-year-old Parker Robbins."He couldn't afford college, but he was able to buy a ski mask and a Lorcin .380 handgun... Brian Yuzna's Fantastic Factory Produces FAUST.
by John Thonen (Sun 02-13-2000)
Principal Photography wrapped December 23 on FAUST: LOVE OF THE DAMNED, the latest offering from one of the DTV arena`s most fearless filmmakers, Brian (SOCIETY, PROGENY, THE DENTIST) Yuzna. The film is the first of a four-picture package that will be pro... Brian Levy Optioning Palahniuk's HAUNTED
by Jarrod Sarafin (Tue 10-21-2008)
Chuck Palahniuk has another novel getting adapted to the big screen, reports Variety. The author behind Fight Club and Choke had his novel Haunted optioned by producer Brian Levy, who has just launched a management and production company named New School ... Brian Cox Strykes X2
by Thom Stricklin (Tue 06-18-2002)
Yet another cast member has been added to the X-Men 2
roster.
Victoria
Time Colonist reports that Brian Cox (Bourne Identity, Rushmore, Long Kiss
Goodnight) is among the newcomers of the film. He will be playing "Stryker,
a villainous ... Brian Tyler signed to score 'Constantine' (Sat 08-14-2004)
Composer Brian Tyler's official website reveals he's signed to score Warner Bros.' Constantine, based on the DC/Vertigo comic book Hellblazer. Tyler has recently provided music for 'Godsend', 'Star Trek Enterprise', 'Children Of Dune' and 'Bubba Ho Tep', ...Brian K. Vaughan on Ex Machina movie (Tue 08-02-2005)
Creator Vaughan is involved in writing the screenplay for the "Ex machina" movie, writing one version, while another is being written by Glen Brunswick. Tony Harris, the series artist and co-creator, says "I'll be working on the production design. Hopeful...DUNE Engineers
by Chris Wyatt (Sun 09-29-2002)
Brian Herbert, son of legendary DUNE author Frank Herbert, had been contacted many times over the years by science fiction authors asking permission to write the concluding volume in the DUNE series."My father had a final book of DUNE planned in his head,... 2004 Eisner Awards nominees announced
by Patrick Sauriol (Thu 04-08-2004)
The nominees for the 2004 Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards have been announced. The Eisners are held every year at the San Diego International Comic Convention and are the comic industry's equivalent of the Oscars. Simply put, these are the best of the b... WEBS & WONDER: MARK BAGLEY (Part 2)
by JENNIFER M. CONTINO (Fri 09-22-2006)
If you missed part one you can find it here. Now let's get back to the interview with Mark Bagley, one of the most well-known Spider-Man artists in the industry!CINESCAPE: I know you worked on a lot of different characters since you "broke in" to the ind... Comicscape - September 17, 2003
by Tony Whitt (Wed 09-17-2003)
OPINIONAmazing, the amount of responses that including a single controversial quote in a column can garner! I got a record amount of letters responding to last week's column about the ULTIMATES's Nick Fury, an African-American character. The responses wer... Untangling the Web, Part 2
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Sat 04-20-2002)
So we've already talked about the confusion that might ensue when moviegoers head to their local comic shop seeking an arachnid fix. But one thing is certain - they won't find just a few Spider-titles on the stand. There will be a plethora of comics, one-... Night Visions
by Carl Cortez (Thu 07-12-2001)
It's nice to see Fox marketing their new anthology series NIGHT VISIONS the right way by acknowledging that this is essentially an updated riff on THE TWILIGHT ZONE. In commercials for the series, the rock song "Twilight Zone" by Golden Earring hums in t... Jeffrey Combs Profile, Part Two: Going Beyond Re-Animator
by Anna L. Kaplan (Thu 02-24-2000)
After the cult movie success of RE-ANIMATOR, a somewhat surprised Jeffrey Combs found himself embarking on a career making horror movies, often with some of the same cast and crew. He says, `FROM BEYOND [1986] was the same sort of artistic group, same pro... TV Wasteland: Let the LOST and Heroes Comparisons Begin
by Stephen Lackey (Mon 11-10-2008)
Heroes has not been the disaster this season that everyone has be proclaiming it to be, but it has been much weaker than season one. The show recently saw its lowest ratings to date and in response a couple of the primary writer/producers were fir... FARSCAPE: The Sci Fi Channel Show Without The Reset Button
by Anna L. Kaplan (Mon 12-06-1999)
David Kemper, executive producer of FARSCAPE, the Sci-Fi Channel’s prime time ratings star, issued a challenge to the uninitiated. He said, `Talk to someone who has seen this show, and look at it yourself. Just tune in once, and you’ll be hooked. It’s ce... Gibson Gone Soft? DUNE Response Mixed? Too Many Girls?
by Chris Wyatt (Mon 03-24-2003)
Welcome to another edition of Book Notes. You sent in some really, really good questions...unfortunately, they were also really, really hard ones...so we don't have the answers quite yet... (Special thanks to Kathy R...I'm going to be hunting for a while ... DOCTOR OCTOPUS: NEGATIVE EXPOSURE #1
by TONY WHITT (Tue 10-07-2003)
DAILY BUGLE staff photographer Jeffrey Haight is disgruntled. Ever since amateur stringers like Peter Parker have begun taking the sort of pictures that make the front page, staffers like himself have been reduced to waiting around the office or trying to... Feige says RUNAWAYS movie also a priority
by Rob M. Worley (Fri 10-24-2008)
MTV chatted up Marvel Studios President of Production Kevin Feige for some forward-looking statements about what Marvel may have planned after the big 'Iron Man 2' / 'Thor' / 'Captain America' run up to 'The Avengers'.
Feige mentions that 'Runa... DVD Marathon
by Brian Thomas (Tue 02-03-2004)
As I mentioned in last week’s column, I spent a chunk of my weekend at the world’s longest (and longest running) movie marathon, the madness incarnate known as B-fest [www.b-fest.com]. I’m still a bit wiped from the experience as I write this, but exhilar... SILENT NIGHT DEADLY NIGHT Double Feature
by Brian Thomas (Wed 12-24-2003)
It wasn’t the first Christmas-based horror film – titles like BLACK CHRISTMAS and CHRISTMAS EVIL popped up occasionally throughout the 1970s. And it wasn’t the most offensive. Heck, it wasn’t even the first film to put a homicidal maniac in a Santa Claus ... Comicscape - July 14, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 07-14-2004)
OPINION: Did anyone else catch the excellent NEW YORK TIMES article on graphic novels in the magazine section this past Sunday? If not, you can find it on-line here (once you've registered for a free membership, of course). And make sure to check out the ... Governor Killer Cyborg from the Future
by Brian Thomas (Tue 11-11-2003)
Why does everyone have a great big plasma HDTV but me? Well, not really, but that's the impression you get if you flip through a few nights of network television lately. Manufacturers of high end entertainment electronics are doing their best to place pro... Hellboy Toon!
by Brian Thomas (Sat 10-28-2006)
HELLBOY: SWORD OF STORMS premieres tonight on the Cartoon Network’s Toonami block. The 70-minute animated feature is not exactly a sequel to Guillermo del Toro’s 2004 feature film, since it doesn’t really pick up on much of the narrativ... Killer Hannibal
by Brian Thomas (Tue 01-30-2007)
News from the High Definition DVD front: Microsoft released an HD-DVD player add-on for its Xbox 360 game console last November. But the big news is that some cyber geeks are reporting that they’ve figured out a hack so the thing works when hooke... Legends of horror
by Brian Thomas (Tue 10-03-2006)
Critical whipping boy Uwe Boll recently gave us yet another reason to dislike him: He's a bully. He recently made good his offer to let his critics get in the boxing ring with him. Boll selected four young men who have been extremely critical of his work ... Horror classics
by Brian Thomas (Tue 09-26-2006)
I'm getting over a virus, but fortunately after a few light weeks we've got a big list this week. Enjoy! In our Prize Closet this week we have a copy of FAST & THE FURIOUS: TOKYO DRIFT, courtesy of Universal. To be eligible to win one, send an email to p... Puttin' on the Riz
by Randall Larson (Thu 02-24-2005)
THIS WEEK'S RECOMMENDATIONS RCA of Italy has released a splendid 2-CD compilation entitled The Genius of Riz Ortolani (82876664332-2), a 36-track compendium of music from composer Ortolani, whose efforts have spanned fifty years and more than 200 film sco... Three titles sell out at Marvel
by Karl Schneider (Fri 03-30-2007)
Marvel has announced via press release that three titles, New Avengers #28, Ms. Marvel #13 and Thunderbolts #112, have sold out their initial printing.Press Release:Civil War is over and Tony Stark and Marvel are finding that the Initiative is proving to ... New Phantasm discs
by Brian Thomas (Tue 04-10-2007)
We’ve got a full list this week, so let’s get right into it!
SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK
Though a deluxe edition was released in 1999, a new edition of Phantasm is overdue. Here ya go:
(O) PHANTASM (Anchor Bay... Alternate Angles (Sun 03-24-2002)
We're cleaning out the region 1 alternate angle review pile, which means reviews by you the readers are now being posted. So check out whatothers had to say. Mobile Suit Gundam 0083 Vol. #2 by David Owens Neon Genesis Evangelion Collection 0:4 by Jared Wi...Reading Comics on the Phone or How I Stopped Worrying and Learned to Love Clickwheel
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 07-18-2007)
Greetings, Maniacs, and welcome to another exciting Wednesday with Comicscape! Last week’s column about DC’s new web-only Zuda imprint ran later in the day, for which I apologize. Then again, it also ran next to the review of the new... Ghost Rider!
by Brian Thomas (Tue 06-12-2007)
In anticipation of the upcoming comedy Evan Almighty starring Steve Carell, DotComedy has provided our Prize Closet with Carell DVDs to give away! One lucky Maniac will receive The 40-Year-Old Virgin, The Office Season 1 and The Office Season 2. To... Lionsgate releases Tyler's BUG score online
by Randall Larson (Fri 05-18-2007)
Brian Tyler’s latest score, Bug, is to be released by Lionsgate through iTunes and other such digital platforms this month. Tyler, who seems to be just about the busiest composer in town, has created an evocative score that brings together the idiom... Spectral Motion creates creatures for 'Hellboy II'
by Rob M. Worley (Fri 07-11-2008)
When Comics2Film first met Mike Elizalde, his newly-established creature shop Spectral Motion had just begun work on its first major movie. Having previously worked as an F/X supervisor with Guillermo del Toro on 'Blade II', Elizalde's company quickly f... R.I.P. - Requiem in Phonybrian Vol.#01
by Jarred Pine (Fri 11-17-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Mitsukazu MiharaTranslated by:Beni Axia ConradAdapted by:Nathan JohnsonWhat They SayMeet Sabato Obiga, a hapless young teen trying to find himself in the world, which is made all but impossible by his frighteningly flamboyant ... Top 5 Genre Films of 2007, Top 5 Anticipated Films of 2008
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 01-01-2008)
The end of 2007 has come and gone. We’re now in the first day of 2008 and whether this year will be better or worse than the previous year, nobody knows. You don’t. I don’t. Even Thor doesn’t know and he’s a fictional god (... Cylons in America
by Pat Ferrara, Columnist (Mon 01-28-2008)
Ever since its conception in 1978, Battlestar Galactica has been offering viewers a layered SF universe, one that manages to stay grounded with the world around us and in sync with contemporary American society. Like any good sci-fi series BSG explores th... A Musical Premonition
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 05-03-2007)
THIS WEEK’S RECOMMENDATIONS
I had a strange feeling that Klaus Badelt’s new score was going to be a good one. For Premonition, the third effort from actor-producer-director-random hyphenate Mennan Yapo, the composer noted for Cat... Paving the way for a Transformers 4th of July
by Pat Ferarra (Tue 03-27-2007)
As Dreamworks and Paramount gear up to resurrect a franchise this Independence Day, Random House Publishing Group is capitalizing on the hype by printing the official prequel novel to the live-action film.
Hello everyone and welcome to this Tues... RALPH MACCHIO: THE ULTIMATE EDITOR
by JENNIFER M. CONTINO (Sun 03-11-2007)
When you hear the name "Ralph Macchio," chances are you think of The Karate Kid, but comic fans think of The House of Ideas. That's because this Ralph Macchio has been working for Marvel Comics longer than most of us have been reading comic ... Alas, Poor Yorick
by Kurt Amacker, Columnist (Wed 02-06-2008)
Greetings, Maniacs, and welcome to another entry into the Comicscape canon! Last week, I had to pick between two important subjects – the return of Captain America – temporary or not – and the conclusion of DC/Vertigo’s fantas... Don't Believe the Hype
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 03-05-2008)
Who do you trust? Whose side are you on? What would you do with one more day? This summer, everything will change. Do you even care anymore? Public Enemy once said “Don’t believe the hype,” Maniacs. I’... C2F Cinema: Punisher 2002
by Rob M. Worley (Sat 04-10-2004)
"The Punisher" blasts
his way into theaters next weekend but a group of independent filmmakers
couldn't wait that long. Back in 2002 the filmed their own live-action
"Punisher" short as an entry in the Wizard "Direct to Video... GODZILLAAAAA!!
by Brian Thomas (Tue 09-05-2006)
Warner Home Video and Amazon.com have announced the wionners of their "DVD Decision" promotion for 2006. The 10 movies that received the most online votes will be released by Warner Home Video in two waves. THE ILLUSTRATED MAN, THERE WAS A CROOKED MAN, PR... McFarlane is back on Spawn Comics! (Wed 06-11-2008)
Todd McFarlane and Brian Holguin return to the pages of ‘Spawn’ with artist and Image founder Whilce Portacio. Beginning with Issue #185 in October, SPAWN will feature a new creative team, including SPAWN creator Todd McFarlane, Image C...Words and Pictures: Comics vs. Literature
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 03-26-2008)
To the publisher’s credit, Marvel continues to expand its genre repertoire beyond superheroes. Though the company endures a great deal of oft-deserved criticism, it has understood an essential requirement for attracting new readers. If... Look Ahead: Part 2
by Brian Thomas (Tue 01-09-2007)
In last week’s thrilling DVD Shopping List column, we looked ahead to the major and intriguing genre theatrical and direct-to-DVD movie releases scheduled for the next 12 months. We ran out of room halfway through the list, so we pick it up here ... Merry Boxing!
by Brian Thomas (Tue 12-26-2006)
Welcome to our special Boxing Day column! Hope you’re all enjoying your holidays, got a lot of great gifts, and had a chance to relax a bit with good friends and family. Speaking of gifts, the producers of the hit documentary An Inco... W&G hunt Thumper's big bro!
by BRIAN THOMAS (Sat 02-04-2006)
News comes to us that THE FAMILY GUY's precocious infant Stewie Griffin will have his own talk show on FamilyGuy.com. Not a groundbreaking move for a cartoon character, as Space Ghost is an old hand at that game, but I'm concerned about the level of viole... Astro Boy 1980
by BRIAN THOMAS (Sat 11-19-2005)
Right Stuf International, one of the first US video labels to bring Japanese anime to the USA such as their original ASTRO BOY series in 1987, have announced ANIME TODAY, the first commercial podcast show devoted to anime and manga. The bi-weekly show can... Reeves storms Hell
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 07-19-2005)
That's right, the famous DVD Shopping List Prize Closet is open once again with more goodies. Winners of last week's CRY-BABY giveaway should receive their DVDs soon. This week, we have a cartload of science fiction TV for you, so if you want to win, just... Lucky There's a Family Guy (Again)
by David Michael Wharton (Mon 05-02-2005)
"Everyone, I've got bad news. We've been cancelled. Unfortunately, there's no more room on the schedule. We've just got to accept that Fox has to make room for terrific shows like DARK ANGEL, TITUS, UNDECLARED, ACTION, THAT '80S SHOW, WONDERFALLS, FAST... The final FINAL DVD?
by Brian Thomas (Tue 07-25-2006)
Woohoo! We're back to a big long list, so we've just got room to get into the Prize Closet. We have 2 copies of BLACKBALLED: THE BOBBY DUKES STORY to give away, courtesy of Shout Factory. To enter, send an email containing your name and address to psycho... Comicscape - July 26, 2006
by KURT AMACKER (Wed 07-26-2006)
Here's the obligatory San Diego Comic Con aftermath column. I wasn't able to make it this year for financial reasons, but I can't really ignore the event and the announcements that came out of it. Thanks to the magic of the Internet, I can still read ab... Oeming's Powers of Comic Creation
by JENNIFER M. CONTINO (Sat 12-09-2006)
In any given month, you can find Michael Avon Oeming's name attached to a handful of comic book projects. In the New Year alone, he's working on Powers, The Magician's Apprentice, Omega Flight, and Red Sonja, to name a few. He's been worki... Beowulf, Star Wars/Star Trek Guides, & More
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 10-31-2006)
Welcome to the new site everyone for the Weekly Book Buzz’s first new edition on mania.com. I won’t waste your time with comments on the new design or site features because frankly, we’ve got too much to do with so many releases comin... Fox vs. Hound
by Brian Thomas (Sat 10-07-2006)
OPEN SEASON opened at number one at the box office last weekend, but that may not last. The question is whether more kids and families will be buying tickets for an animated feature already a week old than adults drawn into the latest entry in the TEXAS C... Yankee doodle
by Brian Thomas (Sat 09-16-2006)
Anime clips posted by members have been a common fixture on YouTube since the beginning, and now the competition is seeking something a little more official. Soon the new challenger Google Video will make anime distributed in North America by Central Par5... The Hulk
by Uros "2Lions" Jojic (Thu 06-05-2003)
The latest fashion in Hollywood dictates that big studios are only hip if they make movies and video games based on comic book licenses. Just look at recent movies like Spider-Man, X-Men and X-Men 2. The movies are huge hits and raked in more cash than sh... Comicscape - June 2, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 06-02-2004)
OPINION: Hope everyone had a good Memorial Day and that, if you weren't out remembering those who have fought and died for our freedom, you were at least enjoying the fruits (and nicely grilled meats) of that freedom at the park or campgrounds of your cho... Battle of the Chloes
by Stephen Lackey (Sun 04-15-2007)
For some reason I was just thinking about the fact that two shows I watch on a regular basis feature a lead character named Chloe. So, this inevitably leads to a discussion among friends about which Chloe is better. There’s Chloe Sull... MISSION TO MARS
by Steve Biodrowski (Thu 03-09-2000)
It`s incredible that Walter Hill would take his name off of SUPERNOVA and Brian DePalma would leave his name on MISSION TO MARS. Although M2M arrives in theatres without the pre-release baggage warning of imminent disaster, it is actually a far bigger dis... Bolle busted
by Brian Thomas (Tue 09-12-2006)
I'd like to write a bit about our Prize Closet this week. Yes, I thought that might perk you up but we'll be getting to our giveaway down below a bit. We've been running giveaways in this column fairly regularly for the past year or so, and I try to get ... Comicscape - July 28, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 07-28-2004)
OPINION:The results are in, and it looks like I should leave the predictions game to the experts. Out of the eleven categories I made predictions about, I was only right about seven of them and at the college I teach at, 60% or thereabouts would be a D.... Comicscape - February 18, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 02-18-2004)
OPINION: I hope everyone has survived that drear and miserable holiday known as Valentine's Day - and that, if you're in my city celebrating Mardi Gras, you're surviving as best you can. You should pop me an e-mail if you'd like to meet for a drink, too, ... San Diego Comic Con Update: The Eisner Awards
by Matthew F. Saunders (Sat 07-22-2000)
The 12th Annual Will Eisner Comics Industry Awards ceremony was held Friday night during the San Diego Comic-Con 2000 Convention. The awards are named after comics legend Eisner, creator of The Spirit. Considered by many to be the `Oscars` of the comic bo... THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS
by Carl Cortez (Fri 06-22-2001)
A more apt name for the new race car thriller THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS might have been THE LOUD AND THE LUDICROUS. This unexceptional potboiler delves into the lives of Los Angeles street car racers and the heap of trouble they get into when their thrill-... Comicscape - April 28, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 04-28-2004)
OPINION: Last week, I asked for your opinions about whether the comics companies are doing enough to interest the next generation of comics readers and what approaches they should take. On the one hand, there weren't that many responses, but on the other ... Comicscape - March 10, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 03-10-2004)
OPINION: I'm guessing everyone's pretty tired of the comics covers topic, based on the incredibly small response to my request for votes for the best comics covers of all time. I'm pretty tired of it, myself - but that's because I decided to go out and do... Comicscape - September 3, 2003
by Tony Whitt (Wed 09-03-2003)
OPINIONA quick reminder: because of the Labor Day holiday on Monday, the newest comics will not be shipping to your local stores until Thursday, September 4. Bear this in mind as you plan today's errands, and save your poor beleaguered comics store owner ... Oni Press' POUNDED
by Rob Allstetter (Mon 12-17-2001)
Oni Press has announced the April debut of POUNDED, a three-issue, monthly mini-series from writer Brian Wood and artist Steve Rolston. Here's how Oni describes the book:"The new story of broken hearts and busted heads follows hardcore punk wannabe and ar... ENTERPRISE in Danger of Cancellation
by Andrew Hershberger (Mon 02-16-2004)
Based on Actual Television ShowsGreetings Cinescapers! Well folks it looks like STAR TREK: ENTERPRISE is in danger of being cancelled and let me tell you people are already starting to dance in the streets. Of course there are some that want the show to s... 2 FAST 2 FURIOUS
by Abbie Bernstein (Fri 06-06-2003)
Let's start by being fair. The most important aspect of 2 FAST 2 FURIOUS, a sort-of sequel to the 2001 hit THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS, comes off just fine. In other words, the cars look terrific and move very fast, sometimes performing thrilling stunts, whi... SDCC 2008: Terminator The Sarah Connor Chronicles Interviews
by Robert T. Trate (Tue 08-05-2008)
When Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles premiered many of us thought, why? Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines was absent Linda Hamilton (the original Sarah Connor) and was really just a rehash of what had already been done in Terminator 2: Judgment D... MANHUNTER
by ANDREW HERSHBERGER (Sat 10-27-2001)
Mentioned nowadays more for being the first film to feature Hannibal Lecter, spelled here Lecktor, than for being an effective post noir, Michael Mann’s (HEAT, THE INFORMER) MANHUNTER proves to be both. Based on the popular novel RED DRAGON by Thomas Harr... Top 10 Best Of Comics 2001 Part 2
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Mon 12-31-2001)
Picking up where we left off, here's the rest of the best!#7) Elektra - Proving that not all bad girls are irredeemable demons bathing in blood or writhing in the fires of Hell (how Chaotic), Elektra Natchios is a complex woman with some serious issues. A... Man Eater
by Pamela Harland (Thu 10-04-2001)
Few actors are well acclaimed yet hardly known to the public. Brian Cox is the epitome of that actor. Cox has received endless award nominations, including for the 2000 TNT Original Film NUREMBERG, as well as for his work in various stage productions such... Official Dune Companion, Douglas Clegg Fantasy, & More
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 08-29-2006)
From a new fantasy series opener by renowned horror author Douglas Clegg to a De Haven Superman novel and a comprehensive behind-the-scenes tome on the beloved Dune series, this Tuesday brings some red-hot goodies that are sure to burn through the shelves... Comicscape - October 1, 2003
by TONY WHITT (Wed 10-01-2003)
OPINIONFirst of all, a quick announcement about a policy change of mine: many of you have noted the amount of times I've erroneously stated that a book was shipping during a particular week, and then that turned out not to be the case. I have to apologize... Comicscape - May 26, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 05-26-2004)
OPINION: Recently, Lev Grossman of TIME Magazine wrote an article called "The Problem With Superman," in which he covers this summer's "reboot" of the Man of Steel and the reasons for said re-imagining of DC's greatest icon. He explains that one of the bi... CAPTAIN AMERICA #50
by Tony Whitt (Thu 01-03-2002)
CAPTAIN AMERICA #50 is special for a number of reasons. For one thing, even though it's one of December?s "'Nuff Said" issues, the creative team has chosen wisely to devote only a portion of the book to the experiment du jour. For another, it's the first ... Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines
by Coming Attractions (Thu 07-03-2003)
Genre:Action/Sci-Fi/Sequel.Studio:Warner Bros.Production Company:C-2 Pictures.Project Phase:In the Can.Who's In It:Arnold Schwarzenegger (Terminator T-850); Nick Stahl (John Connor); Kristanna Loken (T-X); Claire Danes (Kate Brewster); David Andrews (Robe... GUY reunited with his FAMILY
by Steve Fritz (Wed 07-11-2001)
You think FUTURAMA's has it bad relegated to the death time slot of 7:00 pm on Sunday nights. To the contrary in the annals of animation history, it doesn't get harder than for Fox's FAMILY GUY. The Seth McFarlane created series premiered three years ago... Marvel releasing new Avengers collectors edition
by Karl Schneider (Fri 04-06-2007)
If you thought you knew the history of the Marvel Universe, you may very well be wrong! As hordes of readers snapped up issues the initial two issues of New Avengers: Illuminati, they were thrilled to learn about a secret cabal of heroes (Black Bolt, Iron... Pirate tie-ins ahoy
by Brian Thomas (Tue 06-27-2006)
We've got a huge list this week so let's get right to the Prize Closet. We have 2 copies of FAILURE TO LAUNCH for you, courtesy of Paramount. To enter, send one email containing your name and mailing address to psycho@psychotronic.info with the word "FAIL... EXCALIBUR: SWORD OF POWER
by James Busbee (Wed 12-06-2000)
Here’s a tip for today’s retired superheroes: Don’t get too comfortable in your easy chairs. Chances are, there’s a writer out there just waiting to make your life miserable once again.Case in point: Ben Raab, writer of the upcoming Excalibur: Sword of Po... The Spy Who Came on DVD
by Brian Thomas (Tue 07-13-2004)
I’m writing this column from G-Fest, the annual Godzilla fan’s North American convention, which should not be confused with B-fest, the annual 24-hour B-movie marathon, but it’s almost as much fun. Every summer for the past 11 years, Godzilla fans from al... Jerry Lewis Classics Hit DVD
by Brian Thomas (Tue 10-12-2004)
It was a bit surprising to hear that former rivals Bandai and Manga had teamed up to produce the anime series GHOST IN THE SHELL: STAND ALONE COMPLEX, which is being distributed through Anchor Bay. Now three other anime importers have formed a partnership... Da Vinci Code, The
by Corona's Coming Attractions (Thu 06-03-2004)
Genre:Thriller/Mystery.Studio:Columbia Pictures.Production Company:Imagine Entertainment.Project Phase:Script stage.Who's In It:Unknown.Who's Making It:Ron Howard (Director); Brian Grazer (Producer); Akiva Goldsman (Screenwriter); based on the novel The ... POWERS, KABUKI move to Marvel
by Patrick Sauriol (Fri 04-09-2004)
Marvel Comics has announced today plans for a new creator owned imprint line called Icon, to publish comics with characters outside the Marvel Universe. Launching this July the first two books published by Icon will be Brian Michael Bendis' POWERS and Dav... Comicscape - February 4, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 02-04-2004)
OPINION: Though not that many people seemed to disagree with my Top Ten Best Comics of 2003 list from last week, a few people did write in asking why I didn't include this title or that title. In at least one case, my answer is this: 1) I didn't include c... Comicscape - December 22, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 12-22-2004)
Wow, the big day is only three days off, isn't it? And here I am with none of my presents bought yet. (Of course, my idea of a present is an on-line gift certificate from Amazon.com, so Christmas shopping is never all that arduous. Besides, it's the thoug... Real GUNDAMs!
by BRIAN THOMAS (Sat 05-21-2005)
Prize winners! We've got prize winners to announce! Here are the top 5 entries that showed the most love AND followed instructions in entering our big giveaway of one of the hottest anime features to reach US DVD in a long time, APPLESEED: Keith Bosworth,... Cartoonophobia
by BRIAN THOMAS (Sat 05-20-2006)
I was discussing the upcoming weekend's new theatrical releases with some friends last week, and inevitably OVER THE HEDGE was mentioned. Someone said that they definitely wouldn't be seeing it, because they "don't watch cartoons". Some tried to sway him ... Free Heads!
by BRIAN THOMAS (Fri 02-17-2006)
Rhino Records is re-releasing all eight studio albums by everybody's favorite band the Talking Heads in a new format, and to celebrate, we're giving away five of them to one lucky winner.77, MORE SONGS ABOUT BUILDINGS AND FOOD, FEAR OF MUSIC, REMAIN IN LI... New LotR DVDs
by Brian Thomas (Tue 08-29-2006)
This December 5, Disney will release the first titles in their interactive "Disney DVD Game World" series. These will be a sort of combination of traditional board games and interactive DVD play similar to the sort of DVD movie trivia games you see in boo... Comicscape - July 27, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 07-27-2005)
I love Wednesdays. Every single week, I feel childlike anticipation as I watch the clock at work until lunch. At 12:30, I drive to More Fun Comics on Oak Street like a kid running downstairs on Christmas morning. Then, I see the total at the register and ... Magical Music
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 12-25-2003)
THIS WEEK’S RECOMMENDATIONSJames Newton Howard’s score for PETER PAN (Varese Sarabande 302 066 534 2), the lavish and effects-full, live-action treatment of the J. M. Barrie fantasy, is a magical blend of large orchestra, large choir, and powerful electro... The Cult of DVD
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 11-08-2005)
There were a lot of great entries, but Stephen Smith's defense of MALLRATS was judged to be the most concise, to the point, and in keeping with the Essence of Smith. Plus, his name is Smith, thereby fuelling several conspiracy theories if I pick him, so h... Bourne Supremacy, The
by Development Heck (Mon 08-02-2004)
Genre:Action/Thriller/Sequel.Studio:Universal Pictures.Production Company:Unknown.Project Phase:Released.Who's In It:Matt Damon (Jason Bourne); Joan Allen (Helen Landy); Franka Potente; Julia Stiles; Karl Urban; Brian Cox (Ward Abbott); Tomas Arana; Tom G... Legend of the Wolf Woman
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 09-30-2005)
What They SayRina is a SWAT officer who is faced with a series of bizarre murders. The victims have chunks of their flesh bitten off, and are often found eviscerated or slashed with claws. Then a new string of crimes begin, the murders are similar but the... "Mezco gangster"
by Mathew McKee (Mon 04-02-2007)
One of my all time favorite toy companies is Mezco. They have the licenses for some of the best shows and moves out there: South park, Family guy, Edward Scissorhands, Animal House, and more. They also have great original series as well.&n... Christmas! Christmas!
by Brian Thomas (Mon 12-25-2006)
Since this column recently moved from Saturdays to Mondays, this is my first column to land directly on Christmas day. I could ramble on for a while about how important it is to watch cartoons on Christmas or Santa won’t come to your house next y... DVD This Week: August 28th
by John Thonen (Tue 08-28-2001)
VIDEO NEWS· In addition to the upcoming new STAR TREK TV series, Trekkers will soon get another treat with Paramount's release of STAR TREK: THE MOTION PICTURE THE DIRECTOR'S EDITION on Nov. 6th. As the title sug... Marvel Comics November Solicitation Marvel Knights
by Eric Moro (Wed 08-22-2001)
Due out this November from the Marvel Comics Marvel Knight line:MARVEL KNIGHTS MAGAZINE #8The conclusion to Kevin Smith's acclaimed run on DAREDEVIL! The Punisher continues his killing spree! The Inhumans face a war they don't want! Plus, more T&A -- and ... DUNE Book 7? Asimov on Screen? Browder Loves Hobb?
by Chris Wyatt (Mon 03-17-2003)
Welcome to another edition of Book Notes. We've had some great comments this week and I'm excited to get to them. First though, we respond to a question from James Mackey in LA, who asks about the existence of an unpublished manuscript by Frank Herbert fo... QUEEN & COUNTRY spin-off
by Rob Allstetter (Fri 07-19-2002)
In November, Oni Press and writer Greg Rucka will debut the first QUEEN & COUNTRY spin-off series, QUEEN & COUNTRY: DECLASSIFIED. This three issue mini-series takes place two decades prior to the regular series, and focuses on Director of Operations Paul... Troy
by Development Heck (Fri 03-05-2004)
Genre:Historical/Action.Studio:Warner Bros.Production Company:Radiant Productions.Project Phase:Released.Who's In It:Brad Pitt (Achilles); Eric Bana (Hector); Orlando Bloom (Paris); Rose Byrne (Briseis); Diane Kruger (Helen); Brendan Gleeson; Brian Cox; P... DUNE Engineers - Part Two
by Chris Wyatt (Sun 10-06-2002)
Last week we spoke to Brian Herbert and Kevin J Anderson about their decision to partner on a new series of books based on the late Frank Herbert's legendary DUNE novels. This week we chat with them about the new release DUNE: THE BUTLERIAN JIHAD"In many ... Oni Press' SKINWALKER
by Rob Allstetter (Fri 01-11-2002)
Oni Press will begin a new four-issue mini-series, SKINWALKER, in May. Written by Nunzio DeFilippis and Christina Weir, Skinwalker is a crime comic with a supernatural twist It follows an FBI Agent and a law enforcement agent from a Native American reserv... Batman Beyond
by Coming Attractions (Sun 05-18-2003)
Genre:Action/Adventure/Science Fiction/Superhero.Studio:Warner Bros.Production Company:Unknown.Project Phase:Script Stage.Who's In It:At one time rumors were heard that WB studio execs thought about Keanu Reeves playing the role of the futuristic caped cr... Two Publishers Unite for SEPTEMBER 11
by Eric Moro & Arnold T. Blumberg (Mon 11-19-2001)
At a time when the nation has rediscovered the meaning of the word "hero," the comic book publishers who chronicle the fictional exploits of fantasy heroes have turned instead to paying tribute to the men and women who demonstrated true heroism on Septemb... Black Dahlia, The
by Coming Attractions (Thu 01-29-2004)
Genre: Crime/Suspense/Drama.Studio: Columbia Pictures.Production Company: Unknown.Project Phase: In Development.Who's In It: Mark Wahlberg, Josh Hartnett; Scarlett Johansson (Kay).Who's Making It: Brian De Palma (Director); Josh Friedman (Screenwriter); b... Mourning in America with Lady Death, Part 2
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Sat 08-10-2002)
Last time, writer John Ostrander gave us the scoop on the new Lady Death story arc, THE MOURNING. In Part 2, he explains why Lady Death isn't just another "bad girl," chats a bit about his opinion of the so-called "mainstreaming" of the Chaos! Universe, a... New Vertigo Projects
by Rob Allstetter (Fri 08-09-2002)
DC Comics unveiled several Vertigo projects over the weekend at Comic-Con International, including a period piece with the Creeper and a Lady Constantine mini-series. Following is a rundown: * BEWARE THE CREEPER is a five-issue mini-series, written by J... This Month in Four Colors - July 2002
by Tony Whitt (Sat 07-13-2002)
We're proud to kick off our new monthly column in the comics section, a no-holds-barred round-up covering all the titles you should be reading and perhaps a few that you shouldn't. It's all compiled by stalwart correspondent Tony Whitt, so take it away, T... DC's Evolving Vertigo
by Rob Allstetter (Thu 02-21-2002)
FABLES #1 in May starts what DC Comics is calling "a new era" for its Vertigo imprint.FABLES, a new ongoing series by Bill Willingham and a series of rotating artists starting with Lan Medina and Steve Leialoha, will sport a new trade dress for the Vertig... FARSCAPE: VOLUME 2
by Scott Collura (Wed 07-25-2001)
The FARSCAPE crew kicks into full gear in the episodes represented on ADV Films’ second DVD volume of the series. Like Volume One, this set features two episodes of the show, plus several nice extras – the most noteworthy of which are an audio commentary ... Arach-Attack!
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Wed 02-20-2002)
To tie in with the release of May's SPIDER-MAN feature film, Marvel Comics has lined up a veritable smorgasbord of Spider-titles. Let's take a closer look at the tangled web of offerings: SPIDER-MAN First up is the 48-page movie adaptation by Stan Lee an... Marvel Announces HEROES Contributors, Details
by Eric J. Moreels (Thu 09-20-2001)
Marvel Comics Editor-in-Chief Joe Quesada recently revealed some of the creative talent signed on for the publisher's HEROES benefit book, the proceeds of which will go to the New York City Fire and Police Departments and the American Red Cross in light o... Marvel Comics November Solicitation SPIDER-MAN
by Eric Moro (Wed 08-22-2001)
Due out this November from the Marvel Comics Spider-Man line: SPIDER-GIRL #40Cover by Pat Olliffe and Al WilliamsonWritten by Tom Defalco; art by pat Olliffe and Al WilliamsonIt's time for "A Death in the Family," as a member of our colorful cast ends up ... Marvel Comics November Solicitation MAX
by Eric Moro (Wed 08-22-2001)
Due out this November from the Marvel Comics MAX line:ALIAS #3Painted cover by David MackWritten by Brian Michael Bendis; art by Michael GaydosRed-hot writer Brian Michael Bendis (ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN, DAREDEVIL) and artist Michael Gaydos (THE CROW) contin... Convention Celebrates 15 Years of STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
by Sue Schneider (Fri 10-04-2002)
On September 27th 29th, Pasadena, California hosted a massive STAR TREK Convention to honor the 15th anniversary of the inception of STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION. Featured guests included John Logan, screenwriter of the upcoming film STAR TREK: NEMSIS ... Shining Knight
by Russell Lissau (Mon 07-30-2001)
In the ten months that editor Stuart Moore has been with Marvel Comics, the publisher has become the most talked-about company in comicdom. A lot of that has to do with the personality and business acumen of Moore's boss, Editor-in-Chief Joe Quesada, but ... AKA BENDIS
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Tue 09-04-2001)
As many comic book readers are aware, this fall sees the launch of a new line of Marvel Comics specifically designed to appeal to mature readers. The MAX titles will feature frank subject matter, cruder dialogue (presumably where appropriate), and a darke... Oni Plans Relief Auction
by Rob Allstetter (Fri 09-14-2001)
Oni Press has already lined up more than two dozen creators for a charity auction to benefit the American Red Cross relief fund.According to Oni, the plan is to offer materials only comics professionals can provide. This means original art, signed comics,... GRENDEL: THE DEVIL INSIDE #1 (of 3)
by Tony Whitt (Wed 10-17-2001)
Brian Li Sung is still in New York after the death of his lover Christine, killed by Argent the Wolf. He's reading the original Grendel logs while reading Christine's journal and writing his own. As he moves through the hustle and bustle of the Big Apple ... HEROES Contributors Update
by ERIC J. MOREELS (Wed 09-26-2001)
Marvel's Marketing Communications Manager Bill Rosemann recently issued a press release listing even more contributors to the publisher's upcoming New York City benefit book, HEROES. "With the art flying in as fast as we can hang it up on our own Wa... Oni, Komikwerks Merge Charity Efforts
by Rob Allstetter (Thu 09-20-2001)
Oni Press and Komikwerks have merged their disaster relief efforts into one focused fundraiser. Last week both publishers independently announced that they had started efforts to create auctions that would benefit the American Red Cross relief fund.Oni's ... Taking FARSCAPE Into the Future
by Anna L. Kaplan (Fri 09-21-2001)
Brian Henson, executive producer of the Sci-Fi Channel's top-rated original series FARSCAPE, cannot yet definitively answer questions about the show's renewal for a fourth and fifth season. However, he has obviously given much thought not only to future t... The Cat Came Back
by Tony Whitt (Fri 11-02-2001)
Selina Kyle comes back from the grave this month in an all-new series written by Ed Brubaker (BATMAN, THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: DEAD BOY DETECTIVES, DEADENDERS) and drawn by Darwyn Cooke (BATMAN: EGO) and Mike Allred (MADMAN, X FORCE). Anyone who's seen the p... On the red carpet with S.W.A.T.
by Sue Schneider (Mon 08-18-2003)
Columbia Pictures held the World Premiere of S.W.A.T. on July 30th at the Mann Village in Westwood. The movie was inspired by the 70's television series of the same name which starred Steve Forrest, (who does a cameo as a S.W.A.T. truck driver), Rod Perry... Diamond Dead
by Coming Attractions (Tue 11-25-2003)
Genre:Musical/Comedy/Horror.Studio:Unknown.Production Company:Unknown.Project Phase:In Development.Who's In It:Unknown.Who's Making It:George Romero (Director); Brian Cooper, George Romero (Screenwriters); Richard Hartley (Producer).Premise:On the verge o... THE DEVIL & DANIEL WEBSTER
by Brian Thomas (Mon 11-24-2003)
Though this Golden Age Hollywood classic includes a heavy supernatural element and plenty of horror, it may be more appropriate for Thanksgiving viewing than at Halloween. In the tradition of classic folklore and fable, it tells a moral story of seduction... TWO TOWERS The "Viagra" Edition
by Brian Thomas (Tue 11-18-2003)
A great collection of DVDs is nice to have, but even better if you can enjoy them with a friend around the house, whether that friend has two legs or four. Try tying a DVD on a string and dangling it a couple feet off the ground – your cat will go nuts! A... Warner Bros. Classics
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 09-30-2003)
So far, I’ve had no takers in my offer to sell out in return for a new DVD player, so I’m expanding the offer to include retailers. That’s right, the first manufacturer or retailer that sends me a new DVD player will see it described as “nifty” in this co... Pirate Video with Zombies!
by Brian Thomas (Tue 12-02-2003)
You may have noticed that now it seems like each and every TV series ever made is available on DVD in season-by-season box sets. Not true – they won’t all be out until next year. It’s madness, unless you happen to be a big fan of the TV series in question... X2: X-MEN UNITED
by Brian Thomas (Thu 12-04-2003)
When I was a kid, superhero movies sucked. No, not just in movies that were poorly made, but all of them. Comic-books presented the kinds of stories that just couldn't be made into movies, which is one of the reasons readers cherished them so much. Anythi... 'Tis the Season for TV Seasoning
by Brian Thomas (Tue 12-30-2003)
Well, I axed for it. A few weeks back I inquired whether you readers had any favorite TV series that had yet to be "seasoned", and you let me know. While popular mainstream sitcom SEINFELD was the early favorite, most of you were more creative in your req... Rucka's Lucky Streak
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Mon 07-23-2001)
Greg Rucka is one of the hardest working men in comics, having penned the two hugely successful Oni Press WHITEOUT mini-series as well as the new espionage title, ,QUEEN AND COUNTRY, also from Oni. Now Rucka a novelist who found himself writing comics th... Merry Disc-mas!
by Brian Thomas (Tue 12-23-2003)
Two more days to Christmas! Dear Santa: I’ve been relatively good compared to SOME folks I could name (ahem). Guess what I want for Xmas? That’s right: more DVDs! By the way, shouldn’t Kino get around to re-releasing their great out-of-print collection of... Photos from ManiaFest Day One!
by Sue Schneider and Marcia Groft (Tue 09-23-2003)
Opening the first day of the ManiaFest film festival was THE DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE ROCK AND ROLL MUSICAL, a modern adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic tale.In the evening fans were treated to a special screening of BEYOND RE-ANIMATOR, which w... Takashi Miike Box Set!
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 09-23-2003)
The publication of my book VideoHound’s DRAGON: ASIAN ACTION & CULT FLICKS (Plug that book enough, Brian?)(Are there any left in the warehouse?) has led to one of my favorite DVD labels asking me to contribute some audio commentary tracks to upcoming ... Y: The Last Man
by Corona's Coming Attractions (Fri 01-26-2007)
Premise: After a mysterious plague has wiped out every male mammal with a Y chromosome on the planet save for a twentysomething amateur escape artist and a monkey he was training, Yorick Brown and Ampersand become the two most wanted individuals in ... Re-Animating Band
by Randall D. Larson (Fri 03-21-2003)
This Week's RecommendationRichard Band's wonderfully twisted, Bernard Herrmann-tinged score for Stuart Gordon's debut grand-guignol, over-the-top horror visualization of H. P. Lovecraft's RE-ANIMATOR has come out in a lavish new edition on La-La-Land Reco... TSUNAMI sweeps ashore in April
by Eric Moro and Mike Whybark (Thu 01-23-2003)
On Wednesday, Marvel announced the creation of a new manga-inspired line of books titled TSUNAMI. There are six books within the line, all launching in April."Every couple of years Marvel does something like this," says Marvel Comics Editor in Chief Joe Q... FEMME FATALE
by MICHAEL TUNISON (Wed 11-06-2002)
After expending his energies on a pair of generic, effects-laden studio thrill rides (MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE and MISSION TO MARS) and an only slightly more effective suspense thriller (SNAKE EYES) in recent years, Brian De Palma was long overdue to return to... Comicscape - June 4, 2003
by TONY WHITT (Wed 06-04-2003)
OPINIONIt's so nice to get an in-box full of people writing enthusiastically about their ideas for a DC Ultimates line rather than getting one more irate letter saying, "Dude, you are sooooo whacked to be dissin' Zan and Jayna!" Originally I'd brought up ... Soylent Green is Musicians!
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 06-19-2003)
This Week's RecommendationSThis week, FSM releases two of the '70s strangest science fiction scores on CD for the first time. Pairing Fred Myrow's tuneful music for SOYLENT GREEN ("Soylent Green is People!") with Jerry Fielding's atonal ambience of DEMON ... Comicscape - August 27, 2003
by Tony Whitt (Wed 08-27-2003)
OPINIONI don't know what shocks me most: the fact that I got deluged with hate mail from a reader for not including SPAWN in our discussion last week (for space reasons, but also because no one who wrote in really said much about it); or the fact that sai... House of 1000 Public Domain Titles
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 08-12-2003)
The legion of labels that specialize in presenting public domain titles present a conundrum. On the one hand, they keep a lot of worthy films readily available to viewers that might otherwise be forgotten (witness the history of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE), an... Comicscape - July 23, 2003
by Tony Whitt (Wed 07-23-2003)
OPINIONBefore I start off the list of the most painful comic book-related movies, a few points of business. First, Mike Yaremko asks me to remind everyone of a movie that often gets forgotten (including by myself, apparently), THE ROCKETEER, which he feel... Marvel's Quarter Comics
by Rob Allstetter (Mon 10-14-2002)
Marvel Comics on Thursday announced a Quarter Comics program that will see the price of selected titles cut to 25 cents several times during 2003.According to Marvel, the program will focus retailers' and readers' attention on the company's finest charact... Free Kung Fu Superstars!
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 06-19-2007)
In our Prize Closet this week we have a prize pack including all four of our Spotlight items, courtesy of Dragon Dynasty! To be eligible to win one, just send an email to which includes your name and address to DVD Shopping List, and put the wo...