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Craig Armstrong Scores Oliver Stone's Controversial WORLD TRADE CENTER
by Randall D. Larson (Wed 07-19-2006)
Soundtrack release from Sony Classical August 8th Golden Globe winning film composer Craig Armstrong has composed a "haunting score" to Paramount Pictures' WORLD TRADE CENTER, Oliver Stone's true story of John McLoughlin and William Jimeno, two police o... Cage 'Ghost Rider' a bigger responsibility than 'World Trade Center' (Mon 12-04-2006)
"You know that's what is really exciting about it because in a way, I argue that the responsibility here is bigger than even the responsibility that I had with World Trade Center. Because with World Trade Center you could pick or choose whether or not you...A strange SUPER-tribute
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Mon 09-17-2001)
...ts at the World Trade Center and the Pentagon was certainly serendipitous. While the film and television industries scrambled to shift the schedules of projects that included terrorist or Trade Center-based set pieces and references, no one could have ... 
WORLD COSPLAY SUMMIT RETURNS TO NYAF (Wed 07-02-2008)
WINNERS OF COSPLAY COMPETITION TO COMPETE IN INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP IN JAPAN Norwalk, CT, July 2, 2008: The New York Anime Festival (NYAF) today announced it will again partner with the World Cosplay Summit at the second annual New York Anime Festiv...Big 2 Comics Companies Looking Safe
by Rob Allstetter (Wed 09-12-2001)
Early reports from employees at both Marvel Comics and DC Comics indicate the companies were safe after the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City on Tuesday.Both towers of the World Trade Center collapsed within 90 minutes of being ... Comicscape - June 16, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 06-16-2004)
OPINION:Over the last three weeks, we've discussed the relevance (or lack thereof) of Superman to modern-day society, a discussion sparked by the recent "reboot" of the character in all the SUPERMAN books. As many have noted, though, the changes don't cou... SEQUENTIAL THOUGHTS: John Romita Jr.
by John Romita Jr. (Mon 11-12-2001)
...on to the World Trade Center and Pentagon attacks should come from a comic book artist! I am a cartoonist for Marvel Enterprises Inc., formerly known as Marvel Comics. I illustrate two of their titles, THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN and THE INCREDIBLE HULK. I ... DVD Secret revealed!
by Brian Thomas (Tue 03-20-2007)
...le in the World Trade Center that were thinking positive thoughts. Sure, if you suffer from depression it tends to be cyclical, and a positive attitude can attract positive results, but it’s not a law of the universe or any miracle. It’s... Latest Archival Releases from Italy
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 07-20-2006)
...Pictures' WORLD TRADE CENTER, Oliver Stone's true story of John McLoughlin and William Jimeno, two police officers who became trapped under the rubble of the World Trade Center after the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Nicholas Cage and Michael Pena star as th... A MOMENT OF SILENCE
by Tony Whitt (Fri 01-25-2002)
...ng in the World Trade Center. It's obvious now why Jemas called for Marvel's creative teams to take the "'Nuff Said" challenge this month-Jemas's silent story is one of the most effective and moving in the book, quietly showing the heroism of one indiv... WE KEEP YOU SAFE
by Nadia Oxford (Sun 10-08-2006)
... into the World Trade Center. Why should G.I. Joe, a soldier who has represented token "Good Guys" for years, suddenly be disallowed to fight terrorism, a very real threat to people of all ages?In such an instance, it's tempting to say censors are bia... Marvel Heroes Losing Costumes?
by Frank Kurtz (Mon 10-29-2001)
...gs of the World Trade Center trying to save lives. Spider-Man wasn't there and Superman wasn't there. Those firemen in oilskins and helmets were there, not superhumans in costumes. In the wake of September 11, violent superhumans are not enough anymore... Lupin the 3rd: Missed By A Dollar
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 03-16-2006)
...ty by the World Trade Center towers in the background. The back cover provides a few shots from the show and a good summary of the specials premise alongside the various logos. The layout is nicely done with how it has Fujiko crossing over between the ... SUPERMAN #178
by Tony Whitt (Sun 01-27-2002)
...ic of the World Trade Center. (The DC Universe was going through that pesky OUR WORLDS AT WAR thing at the time, if you remember. Presumably the World Trade Center was one of the casualties of war there as well as here.) For that, this storyline deserv... CAPTAIN AMERICA #5
by Tony Whitt (Tue 10-15-2002)
...on of the World Trade Center, sound almost like criticisms of an administration that seems bent on leading us into the fire, an administration which has seemingly forgotten who will pay the actual price of such a war. This may be a quieter issue than m... THE AMERICAN ZONE
by Chris Wyatt (Fri 09-20-2002)
...after the World Trade Center attacks, patriotic flag wavers started to show up everywhere.)Still, ignoring the pedantic, preachy, and sometimes even condescending approach Smith takes in his attempts to covert his readers to the libertarian ideal, the ... Gold Rush: Spider-Man Swings to the Rescue
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Wed 12-05-2001)
...on of the World Trade Center towers. While many heroes in the Marvel U are indeed based in New York, there is only one character who serves as the quintessential native New Yorker a man who takes every lump and comes back for more, a never-say-die ki... Weekend Box Office Report: Ricky Bobby wins again
by Karl Schneider (Mon 08-14-2006)
... release, WORLD TRADE CENTER, had much better luck. The Oliver Stone film managed a $19 million weekend and considering the Wednesday release, the number is solid. Good reviews seem to have helped, if the film's legs hold up it could manage a $60-70 ... Gasaraki Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 09-25-2001)
...dy of the World Trade Center (and thereby really dating this review), watching these episodes wasn\'t necessarily a chore, but just another way of looking at things working in the world that people usually don\'t think happen. There\'s a lot of manipul... The 26th Annual Toronto International Film Festival
by Paul Zimmerman (Thu 10-11-2001)
...t hit the World Trade Center early September 11th, movies seemed a lot less important frivolous even. As shell-shocked denizens crowded around TV's and jammed bars, festival programmer Piers Handling quickly canceled Wednesday's screenings. And then c... CAPTAIN AMERICA #1
by Tony Whitt (Sun 04-28-2002)
...ge of the World Trade Center, a disheartened and angry Steve Rogers helps rescue workers search for survivors-a search which proves to be fruitless. When Nick Fury comes to send Steve off to Kandahar, Rogers angrily retorts that he's needed here. After... WONDER WOMAN #174
by Tony Whitt (Fri 10-19-2001)
...ce of the World Trade Center Towers that have been surgically removed from the art here. That bit of unnecessary censoring aside, the beginning of this story mirrors the rebuilding process of this country's greatest city, and the racial tensions that h... MIDNIGHT NATION #9
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Tue 12-11-2001)
...tures the World Trade Center towers. MIDNIGHT NATIONGrade: AIssue: No. 9Author(s): J. Michael Straczynski, Gary Frank, Jonathan SibalPublisher: Image Comics Price: $2.50 SPIDER-MAN 2 delayed
by James Stevenson (Tue 09-18-2001)
Activision has announced that it will delay SPIDER-MAN 2 for Playstation due to concerns of the New York setting.Due to the recent attack on the World Trade Center, Activision has postponed the November 18th release of SPIDER-MAN 2 ENTER: ELECTRO. Th... THE HOUSE THAT MARVEL BUILT
by Scott Collura (Mon 10-08-2001)
...after the World Trade Center disaster, the team went back and started from scratch on a completely new first issue that was called "powerful stuff" by those who've seen the script.And these are only a few of the Marvel-ous new titles and stories arrivi... JOE QUESADA CUTS LOOSE!
by Scott Collura (Wed 10-10-2001)
...ssing the World Trade Center attack directly in SPIDER-MAN.Yes, he will. It's gonna be Spidey right at Ground Zero, because one of the questions we're all asking ourselves right now is, "What good are four-color superheroes in a world where these real ... “Aeon Flux” on Blu-ray, Blockbuster
by John Sinnott (Sun 11-12-2006)
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World Trade Center Baker Talks MIB 2 Changes
by Frank Kurtz (Tue 09-18-2001)
Effects master Rick Baker has been talking about the recent decision to refilm the conclusion of the coming MEN IN BLACK 2. While promoting the film on the production's sets, Baker was asked about word that the original finale prominently featured the Wor... DC Comics Update
by Rob Allstetter (Fri 09-14-2001)
... from the World Trade Center that all staff members who were in the office on Tuesday morning remained safe. To the best of our knowledge, no DC Comics staff members or freelancers were injured or killed as a result of these horrible events. "Slowly, w... Wizard World Los Angeles to Premiere 'Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex' (Thu 03-04-2004)
Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex's U.S. premiere just one of the many highlights of this prestigious pop culture event Congers, NY - March 4, 2004 - The country's foremost authority on everything related to comic books, Wizard Entertainment, wi...Getter Robo Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 10-23-2001)
...te of the World Trade Center in any form after September 11th, 2001, you\'ll want to avoid these episodes. Especially since they, along with the rest of the area, get completely trashed. I personally found the action sequences on these two episodes to ... OCEAN'S ELEVEN Tweaking
by Frank Kurtz (Fri 10-12-2001)
...destroyed World Trade Center towers.Jones, who sources the New York Daily news, reports that Soderbergh will now use a fictional hotel in place of the real one. AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #36 Reprinted
by Rob Allstetter (Thu 11-15-2001)
AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #36, the World Trade Center story that arrived in stores on Wednesday, will be reprinted as part of a collection book in December.The issue, along with INCREDIBLE HULK #34 (first issue for writer Bruce Jones), DAREDEVIL #26 (the first i... FAHRENHEIT 9/11
by Abbie Bernstein (Mon 06-28-2004)
...tting the World Trade Center on the morning of Sept. 11 to relatively recent casualties (often shown graphically) on both sides in Iraq.Moore's droll, quizzically deadpan narration gives FAHRENHEIT a satirical tone that makes its starker points a littl... New SPIDER-MAN Poster
by Frank Kurtz (Thu 11-01-2001)
Sony/Columbia has finally released their new one-sheet poster for the coming SPIDER-MAN movie.The previous poster was quickly pulled out of the market after the tragic events of September 11th. Spidey's eyes showed reflections of the now gone World Trade ... Andrea Berloff to pen feature based on Gucci family
by Karl Schneider (Thu 06-22-2006)
Paramount Pictures has asked Andrea Berloff (World Trade Center) to pen a script for a feature film based upon the Gucci family.Variety says that the exact storyline is unclear, although it is known to span many years and several locales tracking the live... Two Publishers Unite for SEPTEMBER 11
by Eric Moro & Arnold T. Blumberg (Mon 11-19-2001)
...ork State World Trade Center Relief Fund, the September 11th Fund, the Survivors' Fund of the National Capital Region, and the Twin Towers Fund (which was also a recipient of proceeds from the Marvel HEROES book). Both volumes of SEPTEMBER 11 will ship... "Psycho" Inspired Film to Open in NY
by News Editor (Thu 03-10-2005)
New York City film maker Jonathan M. Parisen who last directed "Stairwell: Trapped In The World Trade Center" is currently in production on a film inspired by Hitchcocks' "Psycho" entitled "A Conversation With Norman." This underground film will open up w... DreamWorks Chasing New Spy Thriller
by Jarrod Sarafin (Thu 04-10-2008)
DreamWorks Pictures is set to acquire an untitled spy thriller from Andrea Berloff (World Trade Center), says the Hollywood Reporter. Kevin Misher will produce while Christy Fletcher executive produces. Plot Concept: The story is based on the true story o... MEN IN BLACK 2 Changes
by Frank Kurtz (Thu 09-13-2001)
...nd of the World Trade Center, and given yesterday's tragedy, we are now in the process of looking at alternatives." Weekend Box Office Report: INVINCIBLE proves invincible
by Karl Schneider (Mon 08-28-2006)
...8,000)6 - World Trade Center - $6,393,000 ($55,557,000)7 - Step Up - $6,187,000 ($50,419,000)8 - Idlewild - $5,892,000 ($5,892,000)9 - Snakes on a Plane - $5,860,000 ($26,012,000)10 - Barnyard: The Original Party Animals - $5,433,000 ($54,710,000) Review: 'Superman Returns' (Sun 06-25-2006)
"The movie gets tighter and fiercer as it goes along. Kevin Spacey, for all the hilarity of his zombie sarcasms, lends a hungry gravitas to Lex's dreams, and as Luthor creates a crystalline fortress of megalomania, which evokes the remains of the World Tr...ANIME EXPO® 2008 STORMS INTO THE LOS ANGELES CONVENTION CENTER (Sat 07-05-2008)
Opening Ceremonies, Industry Conference Panels, AMV, Battle of the Bands and More Los Angeles, California (July 4, 2008) Over 18,000+ extremely ecstatic pre-registered attendees took over the Los Angeles Convention Center for the first full day of fun...Ghost of the Past, Part 4
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Sat 07-27-2002)
...nt of the World Trade Center towers.
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"What I envision is not so much a shedding of Hal, but an expanding of Hal," says DeMatteis. "We're always going to need something to relate to. In metaphysical or religious ideas, an avatar of God... Maguire Says Time Is Right For Spidey
by Rob M. Worley (Mon 01-21-2002)
...te-up the World Trade Center towers will appear in the city
skyline, in spite of post 9/11 actions that resulted in the removal of the
building from publicity materials.
Weekend Box Office Report: Boring Holiday
by Karl Schneider (Tue 09-05-2006)
...2,000)9 - WORLD TRADE CENTER - $5,816,000 ($63,702,000)10 - STEP UP - $5,487,000 ($58,368,000) Ghost of the Past, Part 3
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Wed 07-24-2002)
...nt of the World Trade Center towers.
© DC Comics
DeMatteis admits that having Hal Jordan also allows for far more emotional, human stories."Because it's Hal Jordan you can do the stories that focus more on Hal," says DeMatteis. "He's living with ... SPIDER-MAN 2 Game Preview
by James Stevenson (Mon 06-21-2004)
...ht at the World Trade Center site to the Statue of Liberty. The massive city will remind gamers of GRAND THEFT AUTO. This first glance brings some concern, as with the massive scale on the city, not much time was spent polishing the city -- and there w... Coooooonnn!!!!!! Report: Friday and Saturday
by David Michael Wharton (Sun 07-17-2005)
...he single World Trade Center tower would make it into the film, but the script will definitely deal with the larger political and philosophical issues raised by 9/11. He discussed the difficulty of transitioning the story from comics to film, since it... War Games Part Three
by Pamela Harland (Sat 02-09-2002)
...into your World Trade Center. You just can't let them do it."Although Hartnett is more of a peaceful supporter of America he too concedes we are in need of change and in need of a kind of restructuring of society and of our military, which he hopes BLA... A Spider-Man For All Seasons, Part 1
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Sat 08-24-2002)
...to be the World Trade Center in AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #36
© 2001 Marvel Comics
That's how it felt anyway, and it's that personal identification that so energized the Spider-Man saga and explains his Everyman appeal to this day. For four decades, he'... DVD This Week: October 23rd
by John Thonen (Tue 10-23-2001)
...ce of the World Trade Center towers from the New York skyline, an action already taken in a few other films. There were even reports featuring John Carpenter expressing his displeasure at the changes his film would undergo. Both Dreamworks and MGM have... CAPTAIN AMERICA #1 preview
by Rob Allstetter (Mon 03-18-2002)
...ns of the World Trade Center to the horrors of a small town shaken by terrorism, this is one double-sized first issue you'll never forget - and neither will Marvel's star-spangled champion."CAPTAIN AMERICA #1 will arrive in stores on April 24. It will ... Cinescape's Top Ten Worst in Comics 2001
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Wed 12-26-2001)
...ks on the World Trade Center. So perhaps for that reason alone, this crossover deserves a reprieve of sorts.
A lackluster reimagining of the Man of Steel from the "Man" himself, Stan Lee.
© 2001 DC Comics
#1) JUST IMAGINE...STAN LEE one-sho... SNAKES Almost Fly High (Mon 08-21-2006)
...r Stone's WORLD TRADE CENTER with $10.8 million. The comedy ACCEPTED opend at fourth with $10.1 million. And STEP UP rounded out the top five with a $9.9 million gross.Here are the estimated ticket sales for past weekend:1. Talladega Nights: The Ballad...WAR OF THE WORLDS Update
by Frank Kurtz (Mon 10-08-2001)
...ke of the World Trade Center disaster and we will not be able to go before the cameras for a little over a year."He adds, "It has been a very difficult time for everyone. The whole world was touched by the WTC experience. For us personally those planes... NOSEBLEED Scratched?
by Frank Kurtz (Fri 09-21-2001)
...er on the World Trade Center towers who over hears a plot to blow up the statue of liberty. Teaming with a waitress from the Windows on the World restaurant, the unlikely team decides to take on the conspirators. Understandably, the project as it curre... MIDNIGHT NATION #11
by Tony Whitt (Tue 05-28-2002)
...tured the World Trade Center towers prominently on the cover, the series hasn't gotten much attention. It's a pity, too, since the only strikes against MIDNIGHT NATION are its reliance on what was called back in high school "the journey motif," and Str... 2001 News In Review - September Television
by Frank Kurtz (Wed 01-09-2002)
The whole world changed on September 11th when 4 airliners were hijacked by Al Queda terrorists, two of which were deliberately crashed into the world Trade Center towers. The structures collapsed on live television on virtually every channel. A third jet... The Manic Maniac: The End of Days, on Quicktime
by Joe Crosby (Thu 07-31-2008)
... from the World Trade Center served at once as tragic historical reference and iconic and marketable—yes, marketable—brandishing. Those photos were—and still are—plastered across newspapers, magazines, television specials and tr... Cowboy Bebop Movie: Knocking On Heaven's Door
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 06-18-2003)
... like the World Trade Center towers where the sun is coming up between them. If anything, I found the imagery to be more reaffirming of the “life goes on” aspect as opposed to the reactions I’ve heard some people have had where it mak... Chuck Norris Vs. Bin Laden?
by Frank Kurtz (Tue 10-02-2001)
...ombed the World Trade Center, threatening that he will set off a nuclear device smuggled into the U.S. Like something out of his MISSING IN ACTION films, Norris' character steps up. Norris explains, saying, "I basically go to Afghanistan and kidnap Bin... RINGS Relief Screening
by Frank Kurtz (Fri 11-16-2001)
New Line Cinema will be holding a special advanced screening of THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING on December 13 to benefit the New York State World Trade Center Relief Fund.Tickets for the coming event are priced at $250 for admittance to... Time Machine, The (Sun 03-24-2002)
...es of the World Trade Center attacks.Inside Buzz: Going up against Rollerball would seem to benefit this film, which has been getting some positive buzz. Not having to battle it out with Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings will help, too.Release Date: M...The Entrepreneurial Spirit
by Oliver Chin (-)
...s and the World Trade Center (such as shown in the trailer promoting the upcoming Spiderman movie). Second, the coattails of "wanna-be" blockbusters get shortened. As box-office spending shrinks across media, marketing and promotional budgets get downs... New SPIDER-MAN Teaser
by Frank Kurtz (Mon 10-01-2001)
The retooled SPIDER-MAN movie website is up and active again, and it now features the film's new teaser trailer.Sony pulled the previous trailer which featured a prominent appearance by the World Trade Center towers. The new trailer simply looks like they... 9-11 VOLUMES ONE AND TWO
by Tony Whitt (Sat 03-02-2002)
...ve of the World Trade Center as well as the horrific ones. Bob Harris and Gregory Ruth explore the contradictions that have emerged from the tragedy by asking "Which One Is Real?" Jim Mahfood tells how Arab-Americans such as himself have been affected ... 'Speed Racer' to cross Tribeca Film Festival finish line (Thu 04-03-2008)
...ks on the World Trade Center to spur the economic and cultural revitalization of lower Manhattan through an annual celebration of film, music and culture. The Festival's mission focuses on assisting filmmakers to reach the broadest possible audience, e...METAL GEAR SOLID 2 release in jeopardy?
by James Stevenson (Thu 09-13-2001)
...ck on the World Trade Center, much speculation revolved around a delay or complete cancellation of the game in North America. Konami finally commented today, although it didn't clear much up."We do not know what effects there will be upon METAL GE... 9-11: EMERGENCY RELIEF on the way
by Eric Moro (Mon 09-17-2001)
Disaster assistance has been flooding into the New York and Washington DC areas in the wake of last week's terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon. Comicdom is doing its part to aid in the relief effort by pulling together and creating 9-... TREK actors claim the future's still bright
by Chris Wyatt (Wed 09-26-2001)
The red carpet premiere of the latest STAR TREK series could have easily been dampened by the mood at the studio. Earlier in the afternoon, Paramount received a bomb threat by someone claiming to be an ally of the terrorists that attacked the World Trade ... A Thematic Analysis of Boogiepop Phantom
by Robert Stanton (-)
By Robert Stanton (rstanton@uiuc.edu)
Boogiepop Phantom is an animated series based upon the acclaimed written work of Kouhei Kadono. Set somewhere in common, urban, contemporary Japan, the dark science fiction premises of the show quickly take over and... A Thematic Analysis of Boogiepop Phantom
by Robert Stanton (-)
By Robert Stanton (rstanton@uiuc.edu)
Boogiepop Phantom is an animated series based upon the acclaimed written work of Kouhei Kadono. Set somewhere in common, urban, contemporary Japan, the dark science fiction premises of the show quickly take over and... ANIME EXPO® 2008 TAKES OVER THE LOS ANGELES CONVENTION CENTER (Thu 07-03-2008)
New Full Service Registration System a Huge Success Los Angeles, California (July 3, 2008) Over 8,000+ extremely ecstatic pre-registered attendees were able to obtain their badges and convention items a day prior to the convention, within a time spa...COMIC CON: Two STARGATE casts, one out of this world panel
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 07-07-2004)
MGM Television has announced plans for a special STARGATE panel at this year's San Diego International Comic Convention. Beginning at 11:30 AM on Saturday, July 24, cast members and key creative personnel from both STARGATE SG-1 and the new spinoff series... Get Over Those Terrible Gifts
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 12-24-2007)
No matter what holiday you celebrate there’s always one constant during the winter season: terrible gifts. Because of a schedule / travel conflict with the fam I happened to celebrate Christmas early this year. Did I get Subterranean Press’ li... World of Narue Collector's Series Box Set
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 04-26-2004)
What They SayContains 4 DVDs (the full series) in one lovely artbox!
Narue is an adorable schoolgirl with a secret. She\'s really an alien with powers right out of a sci-fi comic! But growing up is never easy, and it doesn\'t help when you\'re from outer... NY Anime Festival Partners to Produce Cosplay Day
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 08-12-2008)
WORLD COSPLAY SUMMIT TEAM USA AT KINOKUNIYA BOOKSTORE ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 17!
Norwalk, CT, August 11, 2008: The New York Anime Festival (NYAF) today announced it is partnering with Del Rey Manga and Samurai Beat Radio to hold a Cosplay Day at... Science Center Unleashes Super Heroes
by News Editor (Tue 03-21-2006)
The California Science Center will host the world premiere of "Marvel Super Heroes Science Exhibition" beginning March 26, 2006. The exhibit will run through September 4, 2006.Visitors will immerse themselves in the electrifying sights, sounds and sensati... Book Buzz: From Novik to Heinlein and George R.R. Martin, Deluxe Editions
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 07-28-2008)
In an overloaded release schedule of sci-fi, horror and fantasy book debuts a few reduxes by renowned authors George R.R. Martin, Robert A. Heinlein, Philip K. Dick, and Naomi Novik stand out amongst dozens of new titles.
The month of July has se... Trade Paperback Review of Lobster Johnson: Iron Prometheus
by Robert T. Trate (Fri 08-29-2008)
The year is 1937. Adolph Hitler and his Third Reich are conquering Europe for what he called “breathing room”. Halfway around the world the Untied States of America sits and waits. Was America really safe? Did the Nazis have agents in America?... Trade Paperback Review: Infinity Inc. Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 09-05-2008)
One of the things I enjoyed about the 52 series from DC Comics was that it worked the DC Universe through a lot of supporting characters and it mined that past pretty well. One area that I found to be very interesting, and amusing, was the way that the In... Trade Paperback Review: Thor Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 08-28-2008)
The third series for Thor has the difficult task of re-introducing the entire Asgard world with all its past complexities into the post Civil War setting of the Marvel Universe. While Thor had a minor role of sorts in the Civil War storyline, the most int... Trade paperback Review: Indiana Jones Omnibus Vol. 2
by Tim Janson (Wed 08-20-2008)
Dark Horse has been doing a magnificent job of digging through their 20+ year archives to present their omnibus editions for titles such as Aliens, Predator, and Indiana Jones. As it’s been over ten years since these stories first saw print the... Trade Paperback Review of Star Wars Omnibus Early Victories
by Robert T. Trate (Fri 10-10-2008)
Before the time dark time, before the prequels, there was little left in the world that was new Star Wars. Dark Horse Comics was one of a few outlets that kept the flame alive. They had numerous Star Wars comics published over the years including Droid... Trade Review: Conan Volume 5: Rogues in the House HC
by Robert T. Trate (Tue 06-03-2008)
Rogues in the House and Other Stories by Timothy Truman, Cary Nord and Tomas Giorello is the fifth volume of Conan comics from Dark Horse. The stories that lie within are adapted form from Conan’s creator Robert E. Howard. Immediately I know what yo... Trade Paperback Review: All Star Superman Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 09-13-2008)
It was an off chance that I even stepped into the comic shop when this series first premiered back in 2005. I had been out doing errands with my kids and found a comic shop in a place I hadn’t seen one before so I decided to check it out and give th... Book Buzz: A New Skin for the God Emperor of Dune
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 06-23-2008)
In the midst of preproduction announcements on Paramount’s and Peter Berg’s upcoming Dune remake, Frank Herbert’s God Emperor of Dune is getting the audiobook treatment from Macmillan Audio. Read by Simon Vance, Scott Brick and Katherine... Trade Paperback Review: Black Adam - The Dark Age
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-01-2008)
Prior to reading the 52 series, I really had little knowledge of Black Adam as the entire Marvel Family of characters were ones that I simply never cared for. His interactions with the DC Universe certainly go back a long way and the way they brought him ... Resident Evil Returns
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 07-30-2007)
Arguably a much better game series than a movie franchise, RESIDENT EVIL is back with the novelization of the third film, Resident Evil: Extinction due out in theatres this fall. G’day all you Maniac readers and welcome to the Buzz. We’ve got ... Cyber Monday and the New Amazon Kindle
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 11-26-2007)
With Thanksgiving already a few days cold, the holiday season (along with all of its consumer-driven trappings) has officially arrived and though economists predict lean shopping numbers for the end of this year, you wouldn’t know it by the sheer vo... New Hosts Join AX Idol Season 6 at Nokia Theater L.A. Live (Fri 03-07-2008)
Main Event Audience Member to Win Trip to Japan Anaheim, California (March 7, 2008) ‹ Think you got what it takes to be the next AX Idol? Thousands will audition for the most coveted singing and voice acting contest at the nation's largest Anim...This Ugly Yet Beautiful World Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 07-14-2006)
What They Say"There's nothing I can do to make a difference. Wars will be fought. People will die," Takeru said. "I'll never matter." He didn't know how wrong he was. Because Takeru has a very special place in this universe. And he doesn't know how spec... THE WORLD IS NOT ENOUGH: Michael Apted
by Steve Biodrowski (Fri 11-19-1999)
For the newest James Bond extravaganza, producer Michael G. Wilson and star Pierce Brosnan wanted to move the character of 007 in a more dramatic direction-while still serving up fast-paced action, exotic locales, and beautiful women. With an established ... Trade Paperback Review: All New Atom - The Hunt For Ray Palmer!
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-08-2008)
The third collection of the All New Atom series takes us through issues twelve to sixteen, which encapsulates the “Search for Ray Palmer” storyline before dumping us into a standalone filler storyline. The Atom has never been a really favorite... Soldiers: Heroes of World War II
by Vince "Moesha" Massa (Fri 07-02-2004)
I am just about sick to death of games set during World War II. It was nice about 4 years ago, when it was still an untapped time period, but today, you can't swing a German Sheppard in a software store without knocking over dozens of expansions for T... VIZ MEDIA TO OFFER UNIQUE NEW MANGA AND FICTION TITLES AT 2007 BOOKEXPO AMERICA (Fri 06-01-2007)
Industry Leader in Manga Publishing To Have Notable Presence In Booth 3833 New York, NY June 1, 2007 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, animation and licensing companies, brin...Monstrous Movie Music is back
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 02-02-2006)
... title of WORLD TRADE CENTER, will focus on the aftermath of the 9/11 disaster in NYC, with hope still being alive and strong. Refusing to bow down to terrorism, rescuers and families of the victims are moving ahead. Their mission of rescue and recover... Kiki's Delivery Service
by Chris Beveridge (-)
What They SayOne of Maestro Hayao Miyazaki\'s most internationally beloved films comes out at last on DVD! Kiki turns thriteen, and it\'s time for her to fly away from home to find a city to settle in and to learn what to do with her witches abilities, an... Annual Recap: Best Film Score Licks of 2006
by Randall Larson (Thu 01-04-2007)
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World Trade Center/Craig Armstrong (Sony Classical)
Craig Armstrong’s score for Oliver Stone’s magnificent and articulate tribute to two police officers who survived being buried beneath the Twin Towers on September 11th is u... Remembering Herman Stein
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 03-29-2007)
...ollector, World Trade Center) is currently working on the score for Shekhar Kapur’s The Golden Age, an epic drama about the relationship between Elizabeth I and Sir Walter Raleigh, starring Cate Blanchett and Clive Owen. Also providing music for ... Towers, Two
by Randall Larson (Thu 11-23-2006)
...mstrong's World Trade Center), and sidebars with composers discussing their latest scores (Beck's We Are Marshall, Danna's The Nativity Story, Gregson-Williams's Deja Vu, Isham's Bobby).
Christophe (Buffy) Beck’s next project is a roma... Crying Out Love, In The Centre Of The World
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 09-25-2005)
What They SaySekai no Chushin de, Ai wo Sakebu, a Japanese romance novel by Katayama Kyoichi, sold over 3 million copies in Japan alone, is now adapted into one of the biggest hits of the summer box office in Japan! The film Crying Out Love, In The Centre... TOKYOPOP Swoops into Wizard World (Mon 08-04-2003)
TOKYOPOP® SWOOPS INTO WIZARD WORLD WITH EXCITING GAMES, GUESTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS Los Angeles, CA (August 4, 2003)-Attention Wizard World attendees: If you haven't already heard, manga and anime are taking over the Universe, and TOKYOPOP Inc. is leadin...ELEKTRA #4 Pushed Back
by Rob Allstetter (Mon 10-15-2001)
Citing time sensitivity with last month's terrorist attacks, Marvel Comics has delayed the release of ELEKTRA #4."After the Trade Center attacks, (ELEKTRA writer) Brian Michael Bendis asked us to delay publication of the next issue by a few weeks because ... This Ugly Yet Beautiful World Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 10-19-2006)
What They SayNow that Hikari has seen death, her true nature begins to exert a stronger force. Her shadowy self within has a growing resentment towards her new friends and her true love, Takeru. But other creatures are coming forward to prevent the youn... Viz Media Showcases A Variety of New Titles at 2008 BookExpo America Show (Fri 05-30-2008)
Company To Offer A Dynamic Array Of Manga Titles For Children, Teens And Adults At Preeminent Publishing Event In Booth #1647 San Francisco, CA, May 30, 2008 - VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehens...VIOLENT MESSIAHS trade paperback
by Rob Allstetter (Thu 04-04-2002)
VIOLENT MESSIAHS: THE BOOK OF JOB will arrive in July from Image Comics. The trade paperback will collect all eight issues of the first series, making the entire story available again following the complete sellout of the first four issues. VIOLENT MESSI... 2002 World Con is in High Gear
by Chris Wyatt (Sun 09-01-2002)
World Con, the seminal SF literary convention is in full swing. The 2002 convention, called Con Jose, is currently being held in the McEnery Convention center in San Jose, California. The five day event began unofficially with a round of parties last Wedn... WORLD SERIES BASEBALL 2K3
by James Stevenson (Thu 04-10-2003)
I'll admit it: I haven't played a baseball game since KEN GRIFFEY JR. on the N64. But I've been on a weird baseball kick the past few months, and when a copy of WORLD SERIES BASEBALL 2K3 showed up from Sega, I had to pop it in and get into the game. ... The Remaking of STAR TREK, Part 4: The Search for a Script
by Edward Gross (Tue 12-14-1999)
`During the early 70s,` explains David Gerrold, `NBC was the villain, because they had cancelled STAR TREK, and Gene made sure that everybody knew that NBC was the villain. Gene was this man who wanted to change the world for the better, and NBC wouldn`t... Trade Paperback Review: Garfield Minus Garfield
by Nadia Oxford (Fri 11-21-2008)
When you remove sarcastic dead weight from a comic—even from his own comic—you leave behind a disturbing but compelling product.
Creative Talent:
Writer: Dan Walsh and Jim Davis
Artist: Jim Davis
Packaging:
If you're the type who likes ... Trade Paperback Review: 52 Aftermath: The Four Horsemen
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-01-2008)
While I had kept to the core series of 52 in single format, I avoided reading any of the other various little books that popped up to support it outside of the World War III series. With a book like 52 Aftermath: The Four Horsemen, that mentality is certa... Publishing History
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 07-23-2007)
With its release surrounded by dubious price wars, online leak conspiracies, and even direct chastisement by a foreign Trade and Industry Minister, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows shook the foundations of the publishing industry this past weekend and... Live 8 - Rocking the World
by Randall Larson (Mon 07-04-2005)
On Saturday, July 2, Live 8 staged concerts in various cities around the world (Philadelphia, London, Paris, Rome, Berlin, and more), with over 100 artists, a million spectators, and 2 billion viewers, to help end poverty in Africa by encouraging the G8 n... This Ugly Yet Beautiful World Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 09-01-2006)
What They SayAs Hikari and Takeru grow closer, Hikari begins to experience many sensations. That butterfly-like fluttering in her heart. The liquid warmth deep down inside. The urge to destroy. What's a guy to do when he falls for a girl who just might ... Going to 'Hellboy' with Tad Stones
by Rob M. Worley (Wed 06-20-2007)
At this point fans of Hellboy are no doubt acquainted with the name of Tad Stones. Stones has been immersed in the world of Mike Mignola's creation for some time now. As Supervising producer and co-director, he's been the driving creative voice behind the... NEW YORK ANIME FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES CONTESTS (Fri 08-24-2007)
Creative Games and Competitive Play are Key Aspects of Fan Experience Norwalk, CT, August 24, 2007: The New York Anime Festival (NYAF) today revealed details regarding a series of high-profile contests it will stage to invite participation by the many ...DVD Shopping Bag: Same Old New World
by Robert T. Trate (Tue 10-28-2008)
Two weeks ago New Line Home Video re-released Terrence Malick’s breathtaking film The New World in an extended cut. An unrated cut and an additional thirty minutes were promised and nothing else included. No trailers, no commentary and no cl... NEW YORK ANIME FESTIVAL WELCOMES KOBUN SHIZUNO AND AIMEE MAJOR STEINBERGER (Wed 08-01-2007)
NYAF ANNOUNCES EVANGELION CO-DIRECTOR SHIZUNO AND AMERICAN ANIMATION DYNAMO STEINBERGER AS GUESTS OF HONOR Norwalk, CT, July 31, 2007: The New York Anime Festival (NYAF) today announced that Kobun Shizuno and Aimee Major Steinberger will appear as Gues...Socrates In Love Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Tue 09-27-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Kazui Kazumi (created by: Katayama Kyoichi)Translated by:N/AAdapted by:What They SayA sweet high school romance between an average guy and a beautiful girl has just gotten underway. But tragedy ensues when the girl falls ill w... Beware THE MIST
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 10-01-2007)
It seems only fitting to talk about Stephen King in the first Book Buzz column of October. Turned 60 last month, the American horror guru has written over 50 bestselling novels and won countless literary awards. His patented brand of disturbing, psycholog... Hermes: Winds of Love (Sat 03-30-2002)
What They SayFull of exciting adventure and great passion, this animated Japanese favorite tells the legendary tale of the mythological hero Hermes. The creator of the world orders Hermes to defeat the evil King Minos, tyrant of Crete. With his beautiful ...Book Buzz: Year of the Spaceship
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 08-04-2008)
From Star Trek’s FTL warp drive to Carl Sagan’s concentric-ringed, space-tearing Machine, spaceships have been as much a staple of science fiction as aliens or any other concept that has helped define the genre. Within the fictional SF univers... It’s A Wizards of the Coast Week
by Pat Ferarra (Tue 04-10-2007)
Although not considered a large publisher when compared to the big boys of genre book distribution, it’s weeks like these that Wizards of the Coast can truly flaunt their almost religious devotion to fantasy fiction. Nearly all of their popular s... Comicscape - August 18, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 08-18-2004)
OPINION: First of all, thanks for the continued responses to the extended review of SPIDER-MAN 2. As I figured, the strongly held opinions of our first pack of readers led to the expression of other strongly held opinions, and were I to print them all, w... THE CHICKEN FLIES THE COOP TO ANIME EXPO® 2008 (Fri 04-18-2008)
Emmy Award Winning Show Attends the Nation's Largest Anime/Manga Convention Anaheim, California (April 18, 2008) The Emmy Award winning and popular stop-motion animation sketch comedy show, Robot Chicken, which airs on Cartoon Network's Adult Swim is...BLUNTMAN AND CHRONIC TRADE PAPERBACK
by Stephanie Crawford (Thu 01-24-2002)
They hooked you up in CLERKS. They busted up the mall in MALLRATS. They offered wisdom in CHASING AMY. They saved all of Creation in DOGMA. And only recently, they Struck Back. Now, finally, Jay and Silent Bob make their graphic novel debut in the recent ... ADV Takes Center Stage at Canadian Video Awards (-)
Nominations Just Announced – Lady Death: The Motion Picture and Neon Genesis: Platinum Edition Nominated for Best Anime DVD of 2004 HOUSTON, March 18, 2005 – ADV Films produced two of the five nominees for “Best Anime DVD” in t...Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex Vol. #1
by luis (Tue 07-27-2004)
The Review!With a popular manga series and film behind in its past, can Ghost in the Shell survive the transition to a television series? The answer is a resounding "yes!"
Audio:
The Japanese Dolby Digital 5.1 audio track was used for my prima... VIZ MEDIA AT THE JOHN F. KENNEDY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS PARTICIPATING IN THE JAPAN! CULTURE + HYPER CULTURE EXHIBIT SPOTLIGHTING JAPANESE ART AND POP CULTURE (Tue 02-05-2008)
Visitors Invited To The VIZ Media Manga Caf And Lounge To Sample An Array Of Animation And Manga San Francisco, CA, February 5, 2008 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, an...Vexille
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 05-19-2008)
What They SayIn the near future, Japan\'s scientists have perfected the merging of biotechnology and robotics, its benefits extending the lifespans of all humans. However, the United Nations deem the advanced technology a dangerous threat and begins stric... Opening the Black Dossier: The Alan Moore Interview, Part One
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 11-07-2007)
After over a year of delays, Alan Moore and Kevin O’Neill’s The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen: The Black Dossier will hit comic shops next Wednesday, November 14th. The Black Dossier has been the source of controversy and speculation ... Ghost World: The John Carpenter Interview Part 2
by Anthony C. Ferrante (Sat 08-25-2001)
In Part 1 of CINESCAPE's exclusive John Carpenter interview, the famed director discussed getting his latest jaunt into the sci-fi/horror genre, GHOSTS OF MARS, off the ground and out of the hands of intrusive studio executives. In our continuing coverage... Wizard World 2000: Dark Horse Signs Tony Daniel
by Matthew F. Saunders (Sun 08-06-2000)
Dark Horse Comics announced that former Image artist Tony Daniel (The Tenth, Adrenalynn and F5) will be launching a new series named Silke with the company in January 2001. The title will launch as a four-issue mini-series, although it may expand to more ... Slayers Great
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 01-15-2004)
What They SayAll Laia Einburg wants for her golem-making father Galia and her equally ambitious brother Huey is to end a long running feud. But her world gets turned upside down when short-stature Lina Inverse and overly endowed Naga the Serpent save Laia... SLAVE TRADE
by Chris Wyatt (Tue 03-18-2003)
SLAVE TRADE by Susan Wright reads like the lurid, nonsensical ramblings of a high schooler who's smoked too much pot and read too much hentai.The book, which opens in a post-apocalyptic Mexico (the US has apparently been rendered uninhabitable) with a hot... A Gathering For Gaiman (Part One)
by Steve Fritz (Tue 06-26-2001)
It looks as if the Beatles have invaded a Borders bookstore at the World Financial Center in Manhattan. A line of autograph-hungry fans pours out of the main signing area, dominating the entire second floor of the multi-level facility. A stunned employee ... Major Anime Premieres and Screenings at New York Anime Festival (Fri 11-02-2007)
Exclusive Premieres of Adventures in Voice Acting and One Piece; As Previously Announced, CATBLUE Dynamite also Featured Norwalk, CT, November 2, 2007: The New York Anime Festival (NYAF) today announced it will feature a selection of highly-antic...ACTOR features at Wizard World
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Thu 08-09-2001)
It's recently made a big splash in the industry by forging alliances between some of the comic book community's heavy hitters, and now the new non-profit organization known as ACTOR (A Commitment To Our Roots) will hold a high profile auction at this year... NEW YORK ANIME FESTIVAL ANTICIPATES MAJOR LAUNCH; NEW SHOW DEFINES ITS ROLE IN ANTICIPATION OF FUTURE GROWTH (Mon 09-17-2007)
Events, Programs and Panels to Focus on All Aspects of Japanese Culture Norwalk, CT, September 17, 2007: The New York Anime Festival (NYAF) is anticipating a significant launch when it opens its doors to the public on December 7th, 2007. While show off...Lolita and Maid Fashion Day at Kinokuniya (Wed 06-04-2008)
DEL REY MANGA, NEW YORK ANIME FESTIVAL, SAMURAI BEAT RADIO, AND VIZ PICTURES SPONSOR A DAY OF JAPANESE FASHION Norwalk, CT, June 4, 2008: The New York Anime Festival (NYAF) today announced it is partnering with Del Rey Manga, Samurai Beat Radio, and VIZ...NYAF ANNOUNCES NEW DATES (Wed 04-09-2008)
NEW YORK ANIME FESTIVAL TAKES PLACE SEPTEMBER 26-28, 2008 Norwalk, CT, April 9, 2008: The New York Anime Festival (NYAF) today announced new dates for its 2008 show -- September 26th through the 28th at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City. The New...STARGATE Exclusive at Wizard World
by News Editor (Fri 03-17-2006)
For fans attending this weekend's Wizard World Los Angeles convention, Diamond Select Toys is proud to announce an exclusive Stargate action figure will be available for purchase while supplies last. A Preproduction Colonel Jack O'Neill figure will mark ... A&E Gets Lost World (Mon 02-12-2001)
The A&E Network and the BBC will turn Sir Arthur Conan Doyle`s The Lost World in a 3-hour original movie starring Bob Hoskins. The actor will play Professor George Challenger from the book, according to The Hollywood Reporter.Production begins this month ...Adventures in the Spy Trade
by MICHAEL TUNISON (Sun 10-07-2001)
Grad student/international spy Sydney Bristow's first mission has been accomplished: ABC's action-packed series ALIAS had a promisingly strong debut last Sunday, edging out some fierce competition from the new LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT to win ... Alien Legion Storms Trade Show
by Rob M. Worley (Mon 01-20-2003)
The National
Association of Television Program Executives (NATPE) show gets underway this
week in New Orleans. This is the place where producers unveil their new TV fare
to prospective buyers at networks and syndicates.
Variety
reports that Vancouv... Comicscape - December 17, 2003
by Tony Whitt (Wed 12-17-2003)
OPINION: A brief warning before we start: I had so many varied and intelligent responses to the question of how you'd characterize the main differences between Marvel and DC that I'm having to make this column extra-long. Do not try to adjust your televis... ANIME EXPO® 2008 PREVIEW (Wed 07-02-2008)
Excitement Builds for Nation's Largest Anime and Manga Convention Los Angeles, California (July 1, 2008) With a huge colorful 200 foot long banner proudly facing major L.A. freeways, a fantastic list of talent from the U.S. and Japan, 2 huge concerts,...Weekly Book Buzz: STAR WARS REPUBLIC COMMANDO
by Tim Janson (Mon 09-15-2008)
While last week was a little light, this week’s genre releases are very strong, highlighted by Karen Traviss’ fourth Star Wars Republic Commando Novel, Order 66. The New York Times” #1 bestselling author’s three previous books... ANIME EXPO® 2008 ANNOUNCES FREE ONLINE SHUTTLE SERVICE TO THE LOS ANGELES CONVENTION CENTER (Thu 04-10-2008)
24 Hour Complimentary Shuttle Service for Hotel Attendees Anaheim, California (April 10, 2008) Attendees registered as guests within the official Anime Expo® 2008 Hotel Room Blocks will be able to access the 24-hour complimentary shuttle service wh...Le Chevalier D'Eon Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 01-11-2007)
What They SayParis, 1742. A coffin floats in the shimmering Seine. On the lid, a word written in blood "Psalms. Inside, the body of a beautiful woman. Lia de Beaumont. Now her brother, D'Eon, seeks the reason for her mysterious murder, and uncovers a... Melody of Oblivion Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 04-25-2005)
What They Say\"During the 20th century, the world experienced a large-scale war. A war between humans and monsters. Words could never describe the violent bloodshed of the war that the monsters had won. Time has passed and a new century has begun. And the... NYAnimeFestival Announces First Guests, Launches Website (Thu 06-21-2007)
PETER FERNANDEZ AND CORINNE ORR ANNOUNCED ON NEWYORKANIMEFESTIVAL.COM Norwalk, CT, June 21, 2007: The New York Anime Festival (NYAF) today announced that anime legends Peter Fernandez and Corinne Orr will participate in the inaugural New York Anim...Venus 5
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 08-28-2003)
What They SayAn evil empire of sex-crazed supernatural beings threatens to take over the world... and the Gold Star College Campus! A team of sexy super-heroines stand ready to defend the planet’s virtue: The Venus Five!The Review!College girls in s... The “Potterverse” Defined
by Pat Ferarra (Tue 04-03-2007)
Jim Butcher propels the Dresden Files, Janine Cross’s dark fantasy series reaches its conclusion, and entertainment journalist Edward Gross takes a stab at chronicling the development of all things Harry Potter in a very weighted edition of this ... Ninku/YuYu Hakusho Double Feature
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 01-31-2001)
What They SayContains 2 movies on a single DVD!
YuYu Hakusho the Movie
Yusuke Urameshi is not exactly what you’d call an angel. In fact, some might call him down right devilish. But when he dies in an accident trying to save a child, he finds himse... Smallville's Supergirl at Wizard World (Tue 10-16-2007)
Smallville's Laura Vandervoort will be a guest at Wizard World Texas. The show runs Nov. 16-18 at the Arlington Convention Center, and Vandervoort, who plays Kara, will appear on the show's final two days.'Gotham Knight' premieres at Wizard World next week
by Rob M. Worley (Fri 06-20-2008)
BURBANK, CA, (June 19, 2008) – Animation legend Bruce Timm and award-winning writers Josh Olson, Brian Azzarello, Greg Rucka and Alan Burnett will be the featured panelists when DC Comics, Warner Premiere, Warner Home Video and Warner Bros. Animat... Viz Media and World Bank Partner to Develop New Manga Series (Tue 09-20-2005)
1 WORLD MANGA Series to Engage Young Readers On Key Global Development Issues San Francisco, CA, September 20, 2005 – VIZ Media, LLC. (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive manga and animation licensing a...Punisher Cast At Wizard World Los Angeles (Fri 01-30-2004)
Thomas Jane, star of The Punisher movie, will be a guest at Wizard World Los Angeles, set for March 19-21 at the Long Beach Convention Center. Jane will be joined by writer/director Jonathan Henseligh and producers Gale Anne Hurd and Avi Arad.Columbia Invades the Moonshine COUNTY
by Jarrod Sarafin (Tue 04-01-2008)
Columbia Pictures picked up the upcoming book by Matt Bondurant titled The Wettest County in the World, which is set to be published in October. John Hillcoat (The Proposition) is set to direct while publisher Red Wagon's Lucy Fisher and Doug Wick are pr... Comicscape - July 19, 2006
by KURT AMACKER (Wed 07-19-2006)
We first encounter superheroes as children. Before we can read, we watch them in cartoons and movies. We play with their toys long before we ever learn about "mint condition" and the importance of leaving action figures in their original packaging. Thi... GROO & RUFFERTO
by Jason Henderson (Wed 08-23-2000)
Im not sure there`s any comic that brings me more giddy joy than Sergio Aragones` Groo. Groo, that relentless and phenomenally stupid Conan-like barbarian who hacks his way through the vaguely Hyperborean paper dreams of Aragones, is like Godzilla. His c... Strike Witches Episode 01
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 07-10-2008)
What They SayYoshika Miyafuji is a fourteen-year-old girl who possesses magical powers that can heal. One day she is approached by Mio Sakamoto, Major of the 501st Joint Fighter Wing a.k.a. Strike Witches to join her team. A few days after Yoshika turns d... Comicscape - August 3, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 08-03-2005)
I thought my crossover critique in last week's COMICSCAPE would garner mail a plenty, but to no avail. My rant about the FANTASTIC FOUR movie must've driven away my readership or something. Fortunately, I received a few thoughtful, lengthy letters that co... Spirit Warrior Vol. #3: Festival of the Ogres Revival
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 02-08-2004)
What They SayOn the trail of a haunted statue, apprentice mystic Kujaku clashes with a super-powered warrior that isn\'t human! The missing statue hoards a demonic power that could destroy the world, and the forces of evil will stop at nothing to snatch i... How to Become All-Powerful Witch and Save the World from Nazis
by Jessica Chobot (Mon 01-29-2007)
I’ve been hooking up with this guy lately with whom I have absolutely nothing in common with except for one (very odd) thing: our mutual love of old school, live-action Disney movies. Pollyanna, The (original) Parent Trap, Swiss Family Robinson, The... Book Buzz: Opening the DC Vault
by Tim Janson (Mon 09-29-2008)
As mentioned last week, we have a slew of new releases in every category. There’s going to be some tough purchasing decisions that need to be made. We have two anthologies of the best fantasy literature of the year, one from St. Martin&rsq... Recast Vol.#01
by Ron Quezon (Tue 08-21-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Seung-Hui KyeTranslated by:Woo Sok ParkAdapted by:What They SayThe universe is divided into the 4th, 5th and 6th worlds. JD is raised by Grandpa Griford to be the last hope for the 4th world, which is set on destroying the 5th...