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X-Men Origins: Wolverine to inject $60 million into Sydney economy (Tue 03-04-2008)
From a press release by the New South Wales Government: Hugh Jackman's latest movie 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' has begun shooting in Sydney and will inject an estimated $60 million and 250 full-time equivalent jobs into the city's economy. The NSW Gover...Liev Schreiber joins 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' movie (Thu 10-18-2007)
'Wolverine' is now targeted for a May 1, 2009 debut. The film will feature other mutants, and possibly introduce Gambit. Actor Liev Schreiber will likely take over the role of a younger Stryker (previously played by Brian Cox in 'X2'). That's the scoop fr...'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' footage (Mon 07-28-2008)
The teaser footage from 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' that was screened at Comic-Con this week has made its way online. View it while you can!
First Look: 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' (Thu 02-14-2008)
USA Today has a brief article focusing on 'X-Men: Origins: Wolverine' along with the first publicity photo of Hugh Jackman...and the claws. Some interesting insights: The film will trace Wolverine's past as he discovers the world of mutants and, ulti...Will.I.Am on 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' (Mon 06-23-2008)
Black Eyed Peas rapper Will.i.am continues to bowl us over with his enthusiasm for 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' in which he plays a supporting role as a product of the Weapon X program. "I'm a teleporter. ... I'm here, I'm there, I'm everywhere. Boom,...Collins to play Silver Fox in 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' (Sat 02-16-2008)
IESB.net reports that actress Lynn Collins ('Number 23', 'Bug') has been cast in 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' in the role of Kayla Silverfox A.K.A. Silver Fox. They've confirmed this casting with the sources at the studio. Collins beat out rumored contend...Farrell storyboarding 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' (Sat 11-10-2007)
According to his own website, storyboard artist Kevin Farrell (I, Robot, Catwoman) is currently working on art for 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine'.Rhino Buggies in 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' (Thu 02-07-2008)
A newsletter for aficionado of Australia's Rhino Buggies extreme 4WDs reveals that the vehicles will be used in the 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' movie. Rhino Buggies appear to be the Orange County Choppers of the nubby, muscular, All Terrain Vehicle scene,...Hydraulx pumps up 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' (Thu 08-28-2008)
Santa Monica based visual effects house Hydraulx is on board the 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' movie. Erik Liles is on hand as visual effects supervisor and Tony Meagher is a visual effects producer on the project. The F/X house previously contributed shot...'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' Trailer on DVD? (Wed 08-27-2008)
The Australian Classification Board have approved a 2 minute video for 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' for an upcoming DVD. The site does not specify the nature or content of the footage, nor what DVD it may be released on, but we can presume it'll run on an u...WOLVERINE: ORIGINS #1
by Kurt Amacker (Thu 04-20-2006)
This first issue of WOLVERINE: ORIGINS continues where the 40th issue of Logan's main series left off. After obtaining his sword from the demon lord Muramasa and embarking on a bloody quest for revenge, we still don't really know who Wolverine's after. Ha... 'Wolverine' rewrite needed ASAP (Wed 10-24-2007)
An L.A. Times article detailing the impending Hollywood writers strike mention 'G.I. Joe' and 'Wolverine' as two movies scrambling to get the scripts wrapped up before a potential strike his, possibly as early as this month. Just last week, 20th Centur...'Wolverine' to duke it out...in the World Series of Poker?
by Rob M. Worley (Tue 03-11-2008)
It appears Logan may be cutting 'em down at the card tables in the upcoming 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' movie, with poker superstars Phil Helmuth and Daniel Negreanu were slated for a cameo in the film.
A Toronto reader named Ian gives us this scoop:
I... 'Wolverine' headed into Queenstown (Tue 01-08-2008)
The Southland Times newspaper reports the the production of 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' will be rolling into various locations soon! The proposed locations for filming include Queenstown, Deerpark Heights, Skippers Canyon, Glenorchy and Milford Sound. ...Wolverine set photos (Thu 06-12-2008)
Fans at Photos Blacksmiths Beach in Australia are snapping photos of Hugh Jackman on the set of 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' and posting them to flickr. The shoot appears to be of a WW2 era Logan on the beaches at Normandy.'Wolverine' goes to the carnival - Set Photos (Mon 03-03-2008)
Ain't It Cool has a spy report from the set of 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' including photos of a Carnival where filming is taking place: The set had sealed off a fairly large section of the park and done it up as a carnival with lots of bright lights, s...WOLVERINE: ORIGINS
by Kurt Amacker (Fri 09-15-2006)
By this sixth issue of WOLVERINE: ORIGINS, Daniel Way and Steve Dillon have made it clear: the short, hairy guy with the claws used to be the worse person on the planet, mutant or human. Besides the usual "WEAPON X X-POSED!" hints that Marvel dropped thr... Wolverine Filming Dates (Tue 01-08-2008)
The website for International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees - Local 667 lists camera operater Peter Rosenfeld as being occupied with the ' X-Men Origins: Wolverine' shoot from January to May, 2008 in New Zealand and Sydney.Wolverine filming on Cockatoo Island (Sat 02-23-2008)
A reader at Moviehole.net reports that 'X-Men: Origins: Wolverine' will be filming at Cockatoo Island on Sydney Harbour.'Wolverine' explosives raise concerns at Queenstown Fun Centre (Thu 01-24-2008)
Radio New Zealand says the 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' crew has been approved to store large amounts of explosives in Queenstown Gardens and that doesn't sit well with all residents. Fox Studios, which is filming the latest movie in the X-Men series, obta...'Wolverine' extends its stay in Queenstown (Thu 01-31-2008)
According to a blurb on NewstalkZB, Fox is looking to extend the filming of 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' in Queenstown, and also put more helicopters into the air over the location. The company making the $100 million blockbuster, Woz Productions, has ap...Gritty Wolverine wraps (Sun 05-25-2008)
Marvel's Kevin Feige told IESB that 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' has just wrapped principal photography in Australia and that there are only a couple of weeks left for some pick up shots second unit will be taking care of.New Wolverine Set Photos (Sun 02-17-2008)
It's mutton-chops a plenty as the Otago Daily Times image gallery posted two images of the lead actors from 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' relaxing between shoots at a local restaurant:Jackman talks about 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine'
by Jim Harvey (Thu 04-24-2008)
Hugh Jackman chats up the Sydney Herald-Sun about local politics and his upcoming movies, like 'Wolverine'.
First item of business: Jackman's comic book mutton chops.
"I noticed the Prime Minister's chops do on occasion err south," Jackman mus... Wolverine: Origins #21
by Kurt Amacker, Columnist (Tue 01-22-2008)
I always swear by Wolverine: Origins and argue for it. I really like the series. And yet, every time I decide to review the book, I grab an issue that I can’t recommend on its own merits. Hence, when I criticize this 21st issue of the... 'Iron Man', 'Wolverine & X-Men' head for Nicktoons (Wed 03-19-2008)
From a press release NEW YORK, March 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Nicktoons Network, Nickelodeon's 24-hour animation channel, has joined forces with Marvel Entertainment, Inc. NYSE: MVL, to bring iconic heroes Wolverine and Iron Man from the page and big screen ...Christian Clark lands 'Wolverine' role (Thu 02-07-2008)
Australian actor Christian Clark told a local news outlet in Mt. Gamble that he has been cast in the upcoming 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' movie. The paper reports that the actor "was momentarily caught off-guard when asked about 'X-Men Origins: Wolve...Hugh Jackman does 'Wolverine' training with Ascend (Sun 03-23-2008)
The official website for Ascend sports supplements has a blurb that Hugh Jackman is using their juice to prep for 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine': World renowned Australian actor Hugh Jackman has made a useful discovery during the preparation for his next m...Tippett to create 'Wolverine' Effects (Sun 03-23-2008)
Tippett Studios has announced their involvement in the upcoming 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' movie on their official website: Hugh Jackman reprises his role as Logan, the mutant who eventually becomes Wolverine and a member of the X-Men as he seeks reven...WOLVERINE Shooting in Fangorn Forest?
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 02-07-2008)
Okay, so it's not really called "Fangorn Forest" but LOTR fans and New Zealanders catch my drift here. Some unsuspecting riders on a LOTR tour in New Zealand had a chance to see X-Men Origins: Wolverine in production. They caught a glimpse of Hu... "Wolverine" #50
by Kurt Amacker (Sun 02-04-2007)
This is it: the final Wolverine and Sabretooth fight, or so they say. I really like Wolverine – the series and the character. The image of Logan and Victor Creed fighting in the snow stands as one of the most iconic moments in Marvel ... Michelle Monaghan Talks Wolverine (Sun 01-20-2008)
Actress Michelle Monaghan confirmed for Superherohype that she's a in talks to appear as Silver Fox in 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine', however she hasn't signed on to the movie. "They've asked me to do it," the actress said. "I really like Hug...Cyclops blasting in 'Wolverine' movie (Wed 05-07-2008)
In a major scoop, XMenFilms.net have revealed that Scott Summers will appear in the 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' movie. However, this does not mean an appearance by James Marsden, but rater a young version of the character will be played by australian acto...Aaron Jeffery Joins Wolverine? (Sat 10-20-2007)
An article in the Sydney Morning Herald reports that Australian TV star Aaron Jeffrey has tested for a role in the upcoming 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' movie. The actor previously appeared in the TV series 'McCleod's Daughters'. The article offers no wo...Two more join 'Wolverine'
by Rob M. Worley (Fri 02-22-2008)
Vareity confirms yesterday's rumor that Dominic Monaghan has joined the cast of 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine', and adds Daniel Henney to the list as well.
Monaghan will play Barnell, who is described as "a mysterious character from Wolverine's past who... 'The Spirit' and 'Wolverine' go to the Digital Dimension (Tue 09-02-2008)
The official website for Burbanck, California-based visual effects house Digital Dimension reveals that they'll be providing footage for two upcoming comic-based films: 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' and 'The Spirit'. The Emmy Winning shop have recently prov...Flying Trestles feeding 'Wolverine' (Tue 02-05-2008)
If you're on the set of 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' next month you'll be eating meals prepared by catering company Flying Trestles Ltd. They're providing craft services for the film during its location shoots in Dunedin and Queenstown.Will.i.am Talks Wraith for WOLVERINE
by Jarrod Sarafin (Sat 06-21-2008)
Singer/actor Will.i.am has talked to MTV about his upcoming role of John Wraith in X-Men Origins: Wolverine. He will be co-starring alongside Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Ryan Reynolds, Taylor Kitsch, Danny Huston, Dominic Monaghan, Daniel Henney and Lyn... Aaron Jeffrey on his 'Wolverine' Role (Mon 09-08-2008)
Back in October we reported that actor Aaron Jeffrey, star of the New Zealand series 'The Strip', may have signed on for a role in the 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' movie. Now Australia's Daily Telegraph paper confirms the actor's involvement in the fi...WOLVERINE Ready for War in New Set Pics
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 06-11-2008)
X-Men Origins: Wolverine is the origin tale of Marvel's iconic (and clawed) superhero. The plan by the studios Fox and Marvel and director Gavin Hood is introduce the character and eventually bridge the gap of his character to the events that took place i... Writers scramble on 'Wolverine' and 'G.I.Joe' (Wed 10-31-2007)
An article from the Hollywood reporter detailing the scramble to finish up screenplays before the strike includes a couple of items for Comics2film fans: Fox's "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," which is being penned by James Vanderbilt ("Zodiac"), and "The F...'Wolverine' Utilizing Archion's Synergy HDu Solution (Mon 04-14-2008)
From a Press Release Burbank, CA, April 3, 2008 - Twentieth Century Fox has turned to Archion to provide the storage solution to four of the studio's major, upcoming feature film releases, "The Day The Earth Stood Still," "X-Men Origins: W...Natalie Imbruglia not in 'Wolverine' (Tue 01-08-2008)
Recent rumors that Natalie Imbruglia auditioned for the 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' movie have proven false. IESB.net have checked with "multiple high level moles over at Fox" and the moles say "nay". Imbruglia certainly isn't in the mo...Smit-McPhee Cast for WOLVERINE
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 10-25-2007)
Nobody knew how far back they'd be going into Logan's life until the latest casting announcement. The 11-year-old actor Kodi Smit-McPhee has been cast by Fox to play young Logan in X-MEN ORIGINS: WOLVERINE. McPhee (Romulus, My Father) will begin filming h... Gambit is Cast, Dead Pool Update for WOLVERINE
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 02-19-2008)
Superhero Hype has learned that actor Taylor Kitsch ("Friday Night Lights") will play Remy LeBeau aka Gambit in the upcoming origin tales. There's been rumors that the character will be making an appearance since production was scheduled fo... Wolverine, Avatar & Underworld 3 Shooting Dates
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 10-24-2007)
New shooting schedule dates have been published online courtesy of NZ Film & Video Technician's Guild. The list mentions X-Men Origins: Wolverine, Avatar 3-D and Underworld 3 (prequel). It also mentions Peter Jackson's The Lovely Bones which is alread... Gregson-Williams to score 'Wolverine' (Mon 10-29-2007)
Harry Gregson-Williams will compose the music for 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' The Gorfaine/Schwartz Agency has announced.Gregson-Williams, whose previous scores include The Chronicles of Narnia, Kingdom of Heaven and Shrek, is working for the first time wi...Tension on the set of 'Wolverine' as Fox preps for more Marvel movies
by Jim Harvey (Wed 09-10-2008)
A Variety article detailing the lackluster summer 20th Century Fox is having touches on woes on the set of 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine', but also gives some insights into upcoming Marvel movies with the studio.
On the 'Wolverine' front, the article talks a... 'Wolverine' to film in Malabar Headland (Wed 02-13-2008)
A January 25th transcript of an event honoring Bondi Beach in Australia, the Hon Peter Garrett MP, Minister for the Environment, Heritage and the Arts, commented on a location in the Malabar Headland that may be used during the production of 'X-Men Origin...Child Logan Recast in WOLVERINE
by Jarrod Sarafin (Sun 03-02-2008)
Due to a schedule conflict with the upcoming apocalyptic thriller The Road, young actor Kodi Smit-McPhee had to drop out of X-Men Origins: Wolverine. The Australian site here reports that Perth resident Troye Mellet will instead play the part of young Log... X-Men "Legends" to appear in the 'Wolverine' movie (Thu 12-13-2007)
20th Century Fox has released new info about the 'Wolverine' movie, due out May 1, 2009. 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' is set to star Jackman and will be directed by Gavin Hood (Tsotsi, Rendition). The producers are Lauren Shuler Donner and Ralph Winter (...Jackman spotted running wild on 'Wolverine' set (Fri 02-08-2008)
A blogger in New Zealand claims to have gotten an unexpected sneak peek at the new 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' movie. Saw Hugh Jackman running thru the woods today in full Wolverine costume. Apparently he is shooting a movie of the same name as the x-me..."Wolverine: Orgins"
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 04-18-2007)
Wolverine’s quest for the carbonadium synthesizer has brought him to Brussels. After starting a fire at an office building next to a bank, Logan slips into that building dressed as a firefighter. He wants a safe-deposit box that holds... WOLVERINE Details Leaked Online
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sat 11-03-2007)
A plot detail has surfaced online for X-MEN ORIGINS: WOLVERINE courtesy of Stuff.co.nz. The information gives shooting locations, timing for one explosive scene, budget and what time (decade) the events of this tale takes place. If you'd like to know this... Scott Adkins confirmed as Weapon 11 'Wolverine' (Mon 04-14-2008)
Moviehole confirms the news that Comics2Film reported last week: actor Scott Adkins has been cast in the role of "Weapon 11" in the 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' movie. Moviehold ran the story bast Isaac Florentine, director of such films as 'Undi...The Blob to drip sweat on 'Wolverine'? (Sat 02-16-2008)
It's well known that the upcoming 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' movie is said to be littered with cameo appearances from a variety of Marvel characters. Now a website called FilmSchoolRejects.com reports an anonymous tip claiming that none other than The Blo...Sources confirm Kitsch as Gambit in 'Wolverine' (Tue 02-19-2008)
IESB.net has confirmed with their sources that 'Friday Night Lights' star Taylor Kitsch will be playing Gambit in the 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' movie. The rumor gained momentum earlier this week when TheXVerse.net reported strong indicators that the whi...Dominic Monaghan cast as Blackwing in 'Wolverine'? (Thu 02-21-2008)
Just Jared is reporting that actor Dominic Monaghan is the latest mutant to be cast in the 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' movie. According to unnamed sources, the (former?) 'Lost' actor is set to play Barnell Bohusk, aka Blackwing, in the film.Bulter says he's not in the 'Wolverine' movie (Fri 12-21-2007)
While making the press rounds for 'PS I Love You', manly actor Gerard Butler denied rumors that he'd be playing Creed (aka Sabretooth) in the upcoming 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' movie. "It’s not true," says Butler to MoviesOnline.ca. &quo...Hood and Rothman struggling over 'Wolverine'?
by Jim Harvey (Wed 08-20-2008)
First 'Punisher War Zone'. Then 'Watchmen'. Now a gossip column report suggests 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' may be fostering a controversy of its own.
Jeffrey Wells on Hollywood Elsewhere reports that there is a power struggle brewing on the set of the 2... Young 'Wolverine' recast as Troye Mellet (Sun 03-02-2008)
An article in Perth Now reports that local actor Troye Mellet will play the role of young Logan in 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine'. Mostly unknown, Mellet has performed professionally as a singer on Australian Telethons and has also acted on stage. According...Taylor Kitsch as Gambit in Wolverine? (Mon 02-18-2008)
TheXVerse.com has followed up on rumors regarding the casting of Gambit in the 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' movie. According to their sources, there's a "strong chance" that actor Taylor Kitsch (of 'Friday Night Lights' fame) may play the ragin' ...wll.i.am, Reynolds, Kitsch confirmed for 'Wolverine'
by Rob M. Worley (Wed 02-20-2008)
Variety confirms much of the recent casting rumors and buzz surrounding 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine'. The trade journal reports that Ryan Reynolds ('Definitely, Maybe'), Taylor Kitsch ('Friday Night Lights') and hip hop artist will.i.am have joined the film... New 'Wolverine' and 'Transfomers 2' video games coming
by Jim Harvey (Mon 07-21-2008)
Activision Publishing unveiled a slatte of new projects last week, among them a video game tieing in with next year's Marvel and Fox film 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine'.
The mutant mashup will be developed by Raven Software, the same people who made 'Marvel:... InMotion doing 'Wolverine' Aeriel Filming (Mon 01-14-2008)
A posting on the website for InMotion Flying Systems indicates they'll be lending their services to the production of 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine'. IMFS is currently in preparations to travel to Queenstown, New Zealand to commence aerial camera work on t...New Updates for WOLVERINE
by Jarrod Sarafin (Thu 04-10-2008)
While Australia may be getting no cash from Justice League Mortal, the same can't be said for its other superhero film X-Men Origins: Wolverine. SHH reports that the origin tale of the clawed hero has brought in an estimated 60 million to Sydney as ... Knepper Battles With WOLVERINE?
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 11-20-2007)
Placing this under Rumor Control until we get a confirmation but still passing along that Robert Knepper may be the next actor cast for X-MEN ORIGINS:WOLVERINE. The Denver Post has reported that the actor is among those possibly cast for the film, set to ... Agent Zero & Barnell Revealed for WOLVERINE
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 02-22-2008)
The cast of Marvel characters continues to grow for X-Men Origins: Wolverine. Just Jared reported earlier that "Lost" star Dominic Monaghan has joined the cast as Barnell Bohusk (Beak) while Variety is reporting that Daniel Henney is on boa... will.i.am fan enough for 'Wolverine'? Hell to the yeah! (Fri 02-22-2008)
"Root-a-toot-toot! I’m doing 'Wolverine'", will.i.am toots his own flute over being cast as John Wrath, a teleporting mutant, in 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine'. Behold as the Black Eyed Peas front man unfurls his Marvel mutant knowledge: ...Hugh Jackman says 'Wolverine' has best X-Script yet (Sun 11-19-2006)
"The script is done and better than the other three," says actor/producer Hugh Jackman of the 'Wolverine' solo movie, apparently placing it above the three X-Men movies that precede it. "It's a prequel, which deals with his origins, so we've just got to f...First Glimpse at New WOLVERINE
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 02-14-2008)
And that first glimpse, courtesy of USA Today, looks exactly like the old Wolverine we've seen from the X-Men films. White tank-top? Check. Claws? Check. Angry expression? Check. While revealing the new promo pic for X-Men Origins: Wolverine, the star Hug... New Promo Pic For WOLVERINE
by Jarrod Sarafin (Mon 07-07-2008)
I'm a bit curious on why the first two promo pictures for 20th Century Fox's upcoming X-Men Origins: Wolverine are so generic but perhaps, they're saving the more exciting stills for last. I'll put the latest photo from Empire Magazine and the first promo... Three More Confirmed for WOLVERINE
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 02-20-2008)
Dead Pool, Wraith and Silver Fox are now confirmed characters for the upcoming origin tale of X-Men Origins: Wolverine. The Hollywood Reporter confirms that Ryan Reynolds is playing Dead Pool, Lynn Collins is indeed Kayla Silverfox and Black Eyed Peas mus... Danny Huston Hunts After WOLVERINE
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sat 02-16-2008)
Danny Huston has been cast as a young William Stryker for the upcoming spin-off X-Men Origins: Wolverine, reports Joblo. Thespian Bryan Cox originally played the character in X2: X-Men United. Hugh Jackman returns as the clawed hero while Liev Schreiber t... More Set Photos for WOLVERINE Online
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 06-18-2008)
A week after the last batch, some more set photos have appeared online for Fox's upcoming prequel X-Men Origins: Wolverine. Director Gavin Hood is going to introduce the character from childhood and eventually bridge the gap of the clawed superhero charac... First Set Photo for WOLVERINE Online
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 01-22-2008)
The first set photo of X-Men Origins: Wolverine has appeared online courtesy of Australian newspaper The Southland Times. The snapshot doesn't really show much and there is no significant sign that it's even the set for the movie in question but that... Fox registers another 'X-Men Origins' domain (Mon 09-03-2007)
Xmenfilms.net has discovered that 20th Century Fox has registered the domain name x-menorigins.com. The domain currently points to the main Fox Movies site. It's a matter of speculation if and how Fox might use the domains. Is there to be a blanket tit...Bailey Chase to play Gambit in 'Wolverine'? (Thu 12-27-2007)
One time 'Buffy' beau and current actor on 'Saving Grace', Bailey Chase told the Sunday Star Times of New Zealand that he's lining up an opportunity to play a role in the upcoming 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine': He is also in negotiations for a part in the...Maggie Q is Silver Fox in WOLVERINE?
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 11-23-2007)
We know from previous press releases that the new X-MEN ORIGINS: WOLVERINE film will be based on the Marvel Weapon X source material and the Frank Miller graphic novels. Well, Robert Sanchez over at IESB has shed some light on one of the characters from t... Batman Begins' Tone Influencing WOLVERINE?
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 04-30-2008)
Leading star Hugh Jackman has finally talked to the media about his upcoming X-Men Origins: Wolverine and it seems the film is getting inspiration in "tone" from a previously released superhero movie. Christopher Nolan's Batman Begins. The actor... Michelle Monaghan Confirms Possible WOLVERINE Role
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sat 01-19-2008)
While on the set of Eagle Eye, reporter Heather Newgen had a chance to ask the actress about the rumors of her playing Silver Fox in X-Men Origins: Wolverine. Surprisingly, she answered the question though it's still up in the air whether she will play th... Kevin Durand to play The Blob in 'Wolverine'? (Sat 02-23-2008)
FilmSchoolRejects.com reports that actor Kevin Durand will play The Blob (under heavy makeup) in 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine'. Durand has been seen in movies like 'Wild Hogs', 'Mystery, Alaska' and '3:10 to Yuma'.Danny Huston Cast as Stryker in 'Wolverine'? (Sat 02-16-2008)
It must be random-Logan-rumor day. Another story coming from JoBlo.com indicates that Danny Huston ('30 Days of Night') has been cast to play the part of William Stryker in 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine'. According to "a source close to the production&q...Top Maniacal Rumors: More Hulk, Raimi Flashbacks and Craven Screams
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 08-01-2008)
With the San Diego Comic-Con in full swing this past weekend, this latest edition of Mania’s Most Maniacal Rumors is kicking itself into overdrive to cover the hottest scoops out of the event. It’s time for another weekly wrap-up of the week&r... The Blob Has Been Cast for WOLVERINE?
by Jarrod Sarafin (Mon 02-25-2008)
Film School Rejects passed along news of test footage for The Blob character last week and now they're passing to us that an actor may already be on board. The site reports that Kevin Durand (3:10 to Yuma, Wild Hogs) has been cast to play the very heavy c... AUSTRALIA Wraps, Jackman Ready for WOLVERINE
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 12-18-2007)
According to the Australian-based newspaper Sunday Herald Sun, director Baz Luhrmann will be wrapping his Western epic AUSTRALIA by Friday, giving Hugh Jackman the clear to begin shooting X-MEN ORIGINS:WOLVERINE in the next few weeks, a film also schedule... Louise Mingenbach designs threads for 'Wolverine' (Wed 02-06-2008)
According to her listing on The United Talent Agency website, costume designer Louise Mingenbach ('X-Men', 'X2', 'Superman Returns') has joined the crew of 20th Century Fox's 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine'. However, a filmography listed on the personal websi...Marvel Comics vs Science: The 5 Most Absurd Superhero Origins
by Jay Pinkerton (Fri 01-18-2008)
If there's one thing Stan Lee knew, it was how to create cool, interesting characters that would last for decades and become classic superheroes. And that's a relief, since it's arguable this is in fact the only thing Stan Lee knew, judging by the nonsens... Rising Sun Pictures to do VFX For Wolverine (Sat 11-10-2007)
XMenFilms.net reports that Australian visual effects house Rising Sun Pictures will be doing an unspecified amount of special effects for for 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine'. Rising Sun recently completed work on 'The Seeker: The Dark is Rising' and is also i...Coming soon? Direct-to-video 'X-Men' movies. (Tue 11-27-2007)
Rich Johnston at Comic Book Resources says Marvel is lining up a fleet of direct-to-video features that will fly under the 'X-Men Origins' banner, along side the theatrical movies 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' and 'X-Men Origins: Magneto'. Could there be an...The Entrepreneurial Spirit
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The Entrepreneurial Spirit
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Propelled by the cataclysmic events of September 11th, the US economy continues to plumb new depths. While financial fallout continues to spr... HULK Trailer in March? Marvel Release Lineup
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 02-19-2008)
Marvel Studios has unveiled their latest release slate for 2008-2009 movies, DVDs, and TV. Before putting up the list though, Superhero Hype is reporting that the first trailer for The Incredible Hulk will hit theaters sometime in March. They can't say wh... MARVEL Updates Slate of Projects
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 11-06-2007)
After a stellar 3rd quarter performance ( reported here), Marvel Studios updated their list of upcoming projects along with films already in the can. Here's the list for the different mediums.
Feature Film Projects Being Developed by Marvel – ... New Photos Appear for NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM 2
by Jarrod Sarafin (Thu 11-20-2008)
20th Century Fox has revealed a slew of new photos from their upcoming sequel Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian courtesy of USA Today. You can check out more photos by clicking here. They've also sat down with director Shawn Levy, who's hinte... HBO Taking On George R.R. Martin's GAME OF THRONES
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 11-12-2008)
After years of sitting in HBO's development hell, the cable channel has officially greenlit production on the pilot for their fantasy drama series, Game of Thrones, which is based on the book series by George R.R. Martin. Screenwriters David Benioff (X-Me... Is Liev Schreiber Sabretooth? (Sat 01-12-2008)
CHUD reports that actor Liev Schreiber will not be playing a young Stryker in the 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' movie. Rather, the talented actor is rumored to be playing Creed (a.k.a. Sabretooth) in the film. The site does not reveal the source of the news...'Wolverine''s Lynn Collins trained...with pizza! (Thu 09-11-2008)
Actress Lynn Collins told MTV News that playing Hugh Jackman's Native American lover in the upcoming 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' didn't call for the same level of physical training as her co-stars. "They were all on super-buff diets, and I had pizza ...Marvel: 'Iron Man 2', 'Thor', 'Captain America', 'The Avengers'
by Jim Harvey (Mon 05-05-2008)
Marvel announced its first quarter earnings today. As is typical the comics publisher and movie studio gave forward looking statements about it's upcoming film, TV and DVD plans.
Highlights include firm announcements for 'Iron Man 2' and 'Thor', along wi... Special makeup effects artist Randy Westgate working on The Blob? (Mon 03-10-2008)
According to IMDB, special makeup effects artist Randy Westgate is on board 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine'. IMDB lists him as working specifically with actor Kevin Durand, who’s reportedly going to play The Blob.Marvel develops 'Planet Hulk' and 'Super Hero Squad' for animation (Tue 02-19-2008)
Marvel has publicly posted their quarterly earnings report. As is always the case, the report has several Easter Eggs for Comics2Film fans. Most interesting is the revelation of a 'Planet Hulk' direct-to-video animated feature, targeted for a February 20...Will Marvel make a movie for 2009?
by Rob M. Worley (Wed 02-20-2008)
Marvel, the full-blown film studio, has two movies coming out this year. But have labor disputes made it impossible for them to produce a theatrical release for 2009?
The Hollywood Reporter checks in with Marvel big wig David Maisel, who admits the write... Winner: 'X-Men: The Last Stand' DPK
by Rob M. Worley (Mon 04-21-2008)
Updated April 21st 2008
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You're a winner! NOTE TO ALL CONTEST ENTRANTS
If you're entering the contests make sure that:
The email address you registered the site with is a valid working address (otherwise we cannot co... Wanna Draw WOLVERINE?
by Frank Kurtz (Tue 07-03-2001)
Marvel Comics has released the details of a contest that will allow a lucky, though certainly skilled, artist the opportunity to draw an eight-page story for an upcoming issue of WOLVERINE. Here are the details of how you can get involved, directly from M... Top Maniacal Rumors: Soft Punisher, Hard Chucky and Sharky Sequels
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 08-22-2008)
It’s time for another edition of Mania’s Most Maniacal Rumors, where we blow the lid off the week’s juiciest gossip and hush-hush industry whispers.
If you have a rumor you want to contribute, we’re all ears. Just send it to jarro... X-Men producer praises subsidy for blockbusters (Sun 03-30-2008)
While 'Justice League' director George Miller is trying to convince the Australian government to extend a tax credit to lure big-budget Hollywood productions to that country, 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' producer Ralph Winter is singing the praises of such ...Fox Changing Strategies for Future Comic Films?
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 09-10-2008)
It seems that 20th Century Fox can't make up their minds in terms of future superhero prospects. Last summer, there were reports that the studio was holding off moving forward on any more comic adaptations until they see some returns on next May's X-Men O... Top Maniacal Rumors: Miller's Lantern, Mignola Hell and Super Paris
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 08-15-2008)
It’s time for another edition of Mania’s Most Maniacal Rumors, where we blow the lid off the week’s juiciest gossip and hush-hush industry whispers.
If you have a rumor you want to contribute, we’re all ears. Just send it to jarro... 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... Designer lends MAGNETO, GREEN LANTERN insights
by Rob M. Worley (Mon 10-06-2008)
You've seen character designer Aaron Sims' work in 'Incredible Hulk' and 'The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor'. And, if he has his way, you'll be seeing his work soon in the planned X-Men spin-off 'X-Men Origins: Magneto'.Although the film was hampered ... Taking the Good with the Bad: My Thoughts on Spider-Man 3
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 05-09-2007)
Spider-Man 3 opened on Friday to mixed, yet mostly positive reviews. It also opened to record-breaking box office receipts, making it the biggest opening weekend in history. Effectively, more people saw Spider-Man 3 in a single weekend than any ... Comic Geek Speak talks with Daniel Way
by Karl Schneider (Wed 05-31-2006)
Daniel Way recently sat down for an interview with Comic Geek Speak.If you are a big fan of Daniel's, feel free to check it out here. The file is an audio MP3 and contains some foul language, so be careful.Daniel Way is the writer of Marvel's Wolverine: ... Marvel futures round up: 'Thor' animated feature announced
by Jim Harvey (Mon 11-05-2007)
Marvel posted its Q3 Earnings Statements today. It was a good quarter, with most of the earnings boost coming from a little thing called 'Spider-Man 3'.As is typical, the report contains insights about upcoming projects for film and TV. Interestin... Top Maniacal Rumors: Brolin Hex, Gosling's Lantern and Deadpool Reynolds
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 10-10-2008)
It’s time for another edition of Mania’s Most Maniacal Rumors, where we blow the lid off the week’s juiciest gossip and hush-hush industry whispers.
If you have a rumor you want to contribute, we’re all ears. Just send it ... Merchandising: The Search for More Money!
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 04-16-2008)
The summer draws near, and comic publishers saturate fans with news and previews of upcoming films, conventions, and merchandise of all stripes. Compared to the Bronze Age and earlier, comic fandom has much more to offer. Back then, fans could b... X3: Hugh Jackman on the evolution of Wolverine
by Chris Brown (Thu 05-18-2006)
Comics2Film's thechrisbrown had a chance to visit the 'X-Men: The Last Stand' press roundtables in NY this past weekend and sit down with Hugh Jackman to talk, and not talk about the Wolverine prequel, Batman rumors, and, of course, all things X-Men 3. ... Comicscape - April 19, 2006
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 04-19-2006)
Greetings, COMICSCAPE faithful, and welcome to another week of watching your credit card bill skyrocket like the national deficit. Yes, I'm hooked, too. So, don't feel bad. You've only got your wife to answer to. This week features the second (and much lo... Hairspray Keeps Wolverine From Looking Like a Stooge!
by Christian Koch (Wed 01-22-2003)
"When this
[hair] doesn't have two cans of hairspray in it, I look like Moe from the
Three Stooges. It's all just exactly the same length,"
explains Hugh Jackman, X-Men 2's Wolverine, in an interview
published by MTV.com.
... X2: Wolverine's Revenge - Not X-actly A Wolverine Game
by Dave Richards (Thu 05-01-2003)
In
a few days the world will be in the grip of Mutant Mayhem when X2: X-Men
United bursts on to the big screen. If that's not enough for you,
the X-Men's most popular member, the Canucklehead, Wolverine slashes his
way on to all the next generation ... .hack//ENEMY TCG Wins Origins Award (Wed 07-07-2004)
(Norfolk, VA?June 29, 2004) - During a ceremony at the 2004 Origins Game Fair in Columbus, OH, Decipher's .hack//ENEMY Trading Card Game received the Origins Award For Best Trading Card Game of 2003. "Decipher is thrilled by and appreciative of this indus...Jackman Talks X-MEN 2
by Frank Kurtz (Thu 12-13-2001)
Hugh Jackman has been talking about the coming X-MEN sequel, though he is very careful not to reveal a thing.While talking to SCIFI.COM, Jackman addressed questions on whether the film will further explore the origins of his character, Wolverine, saying, ... X-MEN's Wolverine: Hugh Jackman
by Steve Fritz (Thu 07-20-2000)
Unlike Wolverine, his mutant character in the blockbuster X-Men movie, actor Hugh Jackman didn`t appear to mind growing up a bit different. If anything, the lanky Australian (he stands an easy six-feet and two-inches, if not even taller, in his cowboy boo... Comicscape - October 27, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 10-27-2004)
Before I launch into a special Halloween edition of COMICSCAPE, featuring an interview with George A. Romero about the new TOE TAGS series for DC, allow me to introduce a new name to the Comics Section of CINESCAPE: Kurt Amacker is a graduate of Loyola Un... I Talked with a Zombie: Mark Kidwell on ‘68
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 01-10-2007)
Everyone loves zombies. They scare the hell out of you. They serve as a perfect metaphor for, well, “us.” And, best of all, they eat people. With those sterling qualities, I see very little not to like about our lumb... X-MEN
by Steve Biodrowski (Tue 11-14-2000)
When the eagerly anticipated X-Men movie reached theatres this summer, it turned out to be a rarity: a big-budget Hollywood adaptation of a comic book that pleased both fans and newcomers. The result paid off handsomely for distributor 20th Century Fox; n... MARVEL ENTERTAINMENT AND DEL REY MANGA ANNOUNCE CREATIVE TEAM FOR NEW WOLVERINE MANGA (Mon 04-21-2008)
NEW YORK, NY - April 19, 2008 - Marvel Entertainment and Del Rey Manga, an imprint of Ballantine Books at the Random House Publishing Group, announced today the creative team for a manga based on the popular X-Men character, Wolverine. The series will be ...Agent ORIGIN - The real Wolverine story?
by Kim S. August (Mon 06-04-2001)
(Additional Reporting by ARNOLD T. BLUMBERG)Just about every major comic book hero has at one time or another had his or her origin told, retold, expanded, re-interpreted, re-imagined or otherwise manipulated by countless writers looking to make their mar... Fox says 'Wolverine' isn't homeless (Wed 11-21-2007)
There's been a scramble of sorts to get cameras rolling on the 'Wolverine' movie, in spite of strike woes. Not it appears that Marvel's resilient mutant has come up against another foe: Baz Luhrmann. According to an anonymous scooper for Cinema Blend, th...Alexander Aja wants a dark 'Wolverine' movie (Mon 03-13-2006)
"Wolverine has always been my favorite character. Hopefully Hugh Jackman will come and see ['The Hills Have Eyes'], and if it's a success then I can maybe direct 'Wolverine'," says director Alexander Aja of the prospect of helming the 'X-Men' spin-off. "'...ELEKTRA & WOLVERINE: THE REDEEMER #1 (of 3)
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Fri 12-14-2001)
We passed this one by when it came out a week or two ago, but it's too important a release to let slip away. As we reported on these pages some time ago, the folks at Marvel were quite excited about the prospects for this new project an historic teaming ... MARVEL ENTERTAINMENT AND DEL REY MANGA ANNOUNCE TWO NEW SERIES BASED ON X-MEN, WOLVERINE (Sun 12-09-2007)
NEW YORK, NY - December 9, 2007 - Marvel Entertainment and Del Rey Manga, an imprint of Ballantine Books at the Random House Publishing Group, announced today plans to publish two new manga series based on Marvel Entertainment's highly popular X-Men serie...Wolverine Guest-Stars
by Rob Allstetter (Fri 09-28-2001)
Wolverine guest-stars in X-FORCE #120, on sale on Wednesday."He and Doop will have this long and much-needed conversation," X-FORCE editor Axel Alonso says. "Doop and Wolverine go back and they have a long conversation, and Wolverine plays a major role in... X-MEN 2 to focus on Wolverine
by Christopher Allan Smith and Arnold T. Blumberg (Thu 08-01-2002)
In a recent chat with CINESCAPE's own Arnold T. Blumberg, X-MEN 2 producer Ralph Winter recently dropped a few bits about the film, and the characters who are playing big roles in the story. "We're going further and deeper about Wolverine," says Winter. ... Wolverine Comiquette
by News Editor (Thu 02-16-2006)
Sideshow Collectibles is taking pre-orders for the Wolverine Comiquette.The figure is an intricate sculpture of Logan in his classic yellow tiger stripe costume, standing 15" tall atop an X-themed base, claws extended and battle ready, with a fierce snarl... Giant-Size Wolverine
by Kurt Amacker (Sun 10-08-2006)
David Lapham brings his uniquely literate take on superheroes to "House of Blood and Sorrow" in GIANT-SIZE WOLVERINE. A macabre tale set in rural North Dakota begins when a robot and a burned man crash in the small town of Waverly. Leelee a young girl b... Spoilers: Big bang for 'Wolverine' (Sat 11-03-2007)
An article from a New Zealand website detailing filming locations for 'Wolverine' may provide SPOILERS about a set piece for the film: An explosive end is in store for the Hollywood blockbuster Wolverine, to be shot in the South Island this summer - a ...Comicscape: Saving Superman's House
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 09-24-2008)
Usually, we read about Superman saving ordinary people—or an entire planet full of them, as it were. But, thanks to novelist and comic writer Brad Meltzer and a legion of creators and fans, ordinary people are saving Superman, in a manner of sp... DRAGONBALL spoiler! TRANSFORMERS spoiler! WOLVERINE trailer! More!
by Rob M. Worley (Thu 11-06-2008)
'Dragonball' fans: there's a big fat spoiler to be had on the web today. 'Wolverine' fans: sit tight, your trailer is coming. 'Wanted 2' work begins. There's a new 'Transformers 2' spoiler online. Here's your Comics2Film Round Up for November 6th!
'X-Men... Jackman: Wolverine Moves Ahead (Tue 05-16-2006)
Hugh Jackman, who reprises his role as Logan/Wolverine in the upcoming sequel X-Men: The Last Stand, told SCI FI Wire that a second draft of the propsed Wolverine prequel movie has already been completed. Jackman would star in and co-produce the film, whi...Enjoy a Day on the Set of 'Wolverine' with Hugh Jackman (Thu 10-11-2007)
Charitybuzz offers auctions of unique prizes that benefit charitable causes. Check out this prize, donated by Mr. Hugh Jackman himself: The Prize Package Includes; a day on the set of 'Wolverine' with Hugh Jackman for up for 2 people in Australia. ...Avi Arad says 'Wolverine' not necessarily a prequel (Thu 06-01-2006)
"I don't want to call it a prequel nor a sequel," says Avi Arad of the planned 'Wolverine' movie. "It is Wolverine's story and it is really concentrating on him. It's about his life, his mysteries, and his loves. It's not really a prequel or a sequel. ...WOLVERINE #55
by Kurt Amacker (Tue 07-31-2007)
Marvel finally reveals Sabretooth’s relationship to Wolverine in this 55th issue of the titular character’s series. After years of red herrings and false reveals about their relationship – father and son; clones; brothers – t... WOLVERINE: FIRST CLASS #1
by Kurt Amacker (Tue 04-01-2008)
Wolverine: First Class #1 achieves that rare balance between nostalgia and all-ages thrills in a lighthearted short story. Marvel milks the X-Men for nostalgia value an awful lot lately, with an unusual amount of stories set in the team’s past.... WOLVERINE #28
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 06-01-2005)
By reviewing Marvel's 28th issue of WOLVERINE, I likely open myself to weeks of gay jokes by my partner in crime and colleague of questionable esteem, Al Brown (you know, the guy that does the listings everyone skips to?). However, given the avalanche of... Wolverine and Magneto's Screentime for X2
by Dave Richards (Mon 08-05-2002)
When
big events happen in Marvel's X-books, they usually get crowded and full
of characters. Marvel's next X-Men film appears to be no different.
With the original cast of the film returning, the appearance of Nightcrawler,
more screen time for ... X-Men 2: Wolverine & Co. Sound Off
by Heidi Meeley (Tue 10-29-2002)
Heidi and James Meeley on the set of X-Men 2 - Click for larger image
In part
one of the press X-Men 2 conference, Comics2Film heard
from half of the panel that attended. Today we explore the comments made by H... Interview: Gavin Hood Gives Updates on Wolverine (Mon 10-01-2007)
Director Gavin Hood is trying to promote 'Rendition' but keeps getting asked about 'Wolverine'. Hood confirmed that the movie will start filming soon as part of a four-month Australian shoot. It'll aim for a PG-13 rating. "At first, when Wolverine was ...SDCC: First Look at Hulk Vs. Wolverine
by Robert T. Trate (Thu 07-31-2008)
Finally, in Hall H, with its multiple HD screens, there was something to watch other than trailers of movies. Lionsgate and Marvel debuted their Hulk vs. DVD at the San Diego Comic Con on multiple giant screens. Hulk vs. Wolverineis the first in a two sto... WOLVERINE/DOOP # 1
by TONY WHITT (Tue 05-13-2003)
The Pink Mink, an artifact somehow connected to the mutant "Code X" phenomena, has been stolen by an obsessed collector, and Wolverine has been dispatched to find it. At the moment he finds it, however, a mysterious woman appears and takes it away. Meanwh... BATMAN, WOLVERINE, HULK: your Comics2Film roundup for 10/29
by Rob M. Worley (Wed 10-29-2008)
Here's your daily assortment of toon, toy and TV news from around the interwebs.
HULK SMASH WOLVERINE AND THE X-MEN!
If Hulk and Wolvie tearing it up in the direct-to-DVD 'Hulk Vs' movie weren't enough, their first meeting is set to ... IRON FIST/WOLVERINE: Jay Faerber
by Michael Patrick Sullivan (Wed 09-20-2000)
Combining the best of the past, present and future has been a running theme in the work of writer Jay Faerber. Keeping true to form, that practice continues in the Iron Fist/Wolverine: The Return to K’un Lun four-issue mini-series. In the story, Faerber t... X-MEN: X-Planations
by Matthew F. Saunders (Wed 07-12-2000)
So, you`re all ready to see what`s supposed to be the summer`s next blockbuster, X-Men, only there`s one problem. You have absolutely no idea what an `X-Man` is. Sure, you`ve seen the sly Senator Kelly mock-TV ads, which warn that mutants are nasty and ev... LOGAN #1
by Kurt Amacker (Mon 03-17-2008)
Logan begins with a framing story, in which the titular character encounters a vengeful entity from his past. In the flashback that follows, writer Brian K. Vaughan and artist Eduardo Risso explore one of the titular character’s adventures in W... WOLVERINE #23
by Kurt Amacker (Fri 12-31-2004)
Unlike my esteemed colleague, Tony Whit, I really like Wolverine. I don't find him overexposed because I don't read every X-book Marvel releases (though neither does he, for that matter). I just read WOLVERINE and sort of ignore the rest of the X-books ... Klingons, Super Models & Conan, Oh My!
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 02-08-2008)
Welcome to our first edition of the Top Maniacal Rumors of the Week. This new weekly round-up, which we’ll publish every Friday, will leave the world of verified facts and enter a realm of unsubstantiated rumors. Basically, it’s a place where ... WOLVERINE: Firebreak #1
by Kurt Amacker (Tue 01-01-2008)
Wolverine: Firebreak should not be confused with Firestorm, the 1998 action film starring former Oakland Raiders defensive end Howie Long. It also shouldn’t be confused with a couple of recent Wolverine stories, because it traffics neither in a... Fun with Retconning
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 12-19-2007)
Greeting, Maniacs, and welcome to another fun-filled ride into the gaping maw of Comicscape. I’ve listened in at various corners of the World Wide Web, where the cool kids hang out. While smoking their Camels cigarettes and wearing their b... UNCANNY X-MEN #400
by Tony Whitt (Mon 12-17-2001)
As if our favorite mutants didn't have enough to deal with... Not only are they hated by humanity and hunted by U-Men mutant wannabes who want to harvest their organs, they're also being gunned for by a new baddie, a mysterious being calling himself the S... Gavin Hood on the attraction to 'Wolverine' (Sun 09-30-2007)
Over at ComingSoon.net, Director Gavin Hood answers the question, "Why direct 'Wolverine'?" "What appeals to me about the Wolverine character of all the other characters is that my feeling that he's the one that suffers from the most existential angst,...WOLVERINE/HULK #1
by Tony Whitt (Thu 03-07-2002)
I don't know much about what's going on in Sam Kieth's WOLVERINE/HULK-but I know what I like. As completely confusing as this book is, there's a kind of crazy cool about it that's immensely appealing. And who wouldn't enjoy watching Wolverine and the Hulk... Hood Answers 'Why' For WOLVERINE
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sat 09-29-2007)
While phoning in some interviews for his latest release of RENDITION, Edward Douglas at Superhero Hype had chance to ask director Gavin Hood only one question about his upcoming prequel, WOLVERINE, before a New Line rep cut the interview off. It seems the... WOLVERINE: SOULTAKER # 1
by KURT AMACKER (Wed 03-16-2005)
I'm always glad to read about Wolverine in Japan. He's always fits really well there for some reason. SOULTAKER brings Logan back to Tokyo to visit his adopted daughter, Amiko (remember her?). Except, his friend Yukio has discovered a six hundred year ... Video: The new 'Wolverine and the X-Men' trailer
by Jim Harvey (Tue 06-24-2008)
'Wolverine and the X-Men' marks the return of Marvel's most Uncanny mutant heroes to the small screen and in 2009 the first 26 episodes of this new saga will begin airing on Nicktoons Check out the new trailer from Marvel.com
'Wolverine' to be darker...and bat-like (Wed 04-30-2008)
Hugh Jackman told MTV Movies Blog that 'Wolverine' marks a tonal shift from the previous X-Men movies, skewing darker than the previous outings. "I really wanted to do this spin-off movie, because I felt we hadn’t truly found who this characte...'Marvel Extreme: Wolverine' debunked, New animated 'Hulk' info
by Jim Harvey (Sun 06-15-2008)
Eric Rollman, President of Marvel Animation, updates Marvel Animation Age on what Marvel Extreme: Wolverine really is, and provides new information on the upcoming direct-to-video Hulk Versus animated feature. Wolverine Signs Cinematographer (Sat 09-22-2007)
XMenFilms reports that Oscar-nominated cinematographer Donald McAlpine ('Moulin Rouge') has joined the crew of 'Wolverine'. Their sources also lace Kenny Myers, makeup artist on 'X-Men: The Last Stand' in the production. Finally, they report that di...'Wolverine' gains new crewmembers (Thu 09-20-2007)
According to postings on IMDB, Barry Robison ('You, Me and Dupree', 'The Wedding Crashers') and John Griffith ('Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer', 'Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian') have come aboard the 'Wolverine' movie. Robinson is list...Kodi Smit-McPhee cast in title role of 'Wolverine' (Thu 10-25-2007)
Kodi Smit-McPhee has been cast in the role of the title character in the 'Wolverine' movie, according to Australia's Herald Sun newspaper. What's that you say? You thought Hugh Jackman was playing that part. True, but the 11-year-old Smit-McPhee has b...'Wolverine and The X-Men' trailer NO LONGER online (Fri 02-08-2008)
Cyber Animation has revealed the first (extended) trailer from the upcoming animated series 'Wolverine and The X-Men'. UPDATE 2/22: The trailer has been removed from MovieWeb, no doubt in response to reported litigation by Foo Fighters against the makers...Wolverine ranks as top 25 movie Badass
by Rob M. Worley (Thu 10-23-2003)
The latest issue of Maxim magazine presents thier list of the "25 Biggest Movie Badasses." Right there at #14 is 'X-Men's' Wolverine (Hugh Jackman). He's right between 'Pulp Fiction's' Jules Winnfield at #13 and 'Escape From New York's' Snake Plissken at ... Jackman talks X-Men 3 and Wolverine (Sat 01-07-2006)
Hugh Jackman, who plays the hotheaded, cigar-smoking superhero, recently told Entertainment Weekly's Neil Drumming that X-Men 3, directed by Brett Ratner and opening May 26, will roll out a much more refined Wolvie. He also talks about the upcoming Wolver...Fox signs director, announces start date for 'Wolverine' (Fri 07-20-2007)
The 'Wolverine' has a director and a production start date, according to today's 'Variety'. Gavin Hood, director of the 2005 film 'Tsotsi' and the upcoming 'Rendition' has officially signed on to helm the project. Production starts in November for a 20...New X3 Wolverine Photo (Sun 01-22-2006)
Check out the new photo of Hugh Jackman as Wolverine, which appeared in Entertainment WeeklyWin a cool Wolverine statue (Mon 08-15-2005)
Browse toy reviews, including a look at Sideshow's 12 inch 'Hellboy' movie action figure. Plus Enter to Win the Wolverine on Skulls Statue from Diamond Select...Avi Arad on Magneto and Wolverine (Tue 06-21-2005)
Avi Arad discusses the Magneto film: "It's being written. It's going to be a smaller movie, [but] very true to the origin" And a "2007/2008" film with Wolverine: "Totally different, just Wolverine's journey". More...BATMAN! HULK! WOLVERINE! THOR! SUPERMAN! WONDER WOMAN!
by Rob M. Worley (Thu 11-20-2008)
Singer talks 'Superman: The Man of Steel' (sort of). Plus: Updates on super-toons like 'Wonder Woman', 'Hulk Vs.' and 'Batman: Brave and the Bold'. This is your news-chum spread over the surface of the internet for November 20th, 2008:
Bry... Madhouse to Produce Wolverine and Iron Man Anime
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 08-26-2008)
Marvel Entertainment announced today that they're partnering up with the well known Madhouse to create some new series based off of Marvel Comics characters for the Japanese market. Similar to what was done by Gonzo with Witchblade, the series will be don... David Benioff on the Wolverine Spin-Off (Tue 12-28-2004)
Screenwriter David Benioff talks about 'Wolverine'...sort of: "I'm not allowed to talk about it. Fox is pretty careful about that. It's not even totally finalized what story we are doing. What I can say is that in the 'X-Men' movies we've seen a lot of th...WOLVERINE AND THE X-MEN sneak peak
by Rob M. Worley (Mon 11-03-2008)
NickToons has provided Comics2Film at Mania.com with a preview reel for the upcoming 'Wolverine and the X-Men' TV series.
The show is set to debut in January 2009 on the Nicktoons Network in the U.S. Fans in Canada are apparently already enjoying the ser... 'Wolverine' going Rogue?
by Rob M. Worley (Tue 10-12-2004)
Anna Paquin, who plays Rogue in the 'X-Men' movies may be slated to make a guest spot in the 'Wolverine' movie as well... WOLVERINE Prequel News
by Karl Schneider (Sat 05-13-2006)
ComingSoon snagged Hugh Jackman who had a few words on the upcoming Wolverine movie. Jackman also stars in the upcoming movie, X-Men: The Last Stand.Wolverine is currently in development and a script is being drafted by David Benioff (Troy).Regarding the... Wolverine on Daytime TV
by STEPHEN LACKEY (Wed 10-25-2006)
Baseball is killing a lot of stuff this week but PRISON BREAK is back and LOST, JERICHO, and HEROES are all new as well. These series are actually my recommendations for the week along with, of course BATTLESTAR GALACTICA. There are also a lot of oppor... Schreiber Playing Creed in WOLVERINE?
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 01-11-2008)
It seems that previous reports pegging Liev Schreiber as a young William Stryker in X-Men Origins:Wolverine could end up being wrong. Fellow geeks over at CHUD now report that Schreiber is in fact centering on the Victor Creed role while Michael C. Hall (...