Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths is Punch-Worthy, Mostly Plot-Worthy
If you’ve been following the DC animated universe closely over the past several years, you’ve seen the range of projects span the various heroes, major and minor, in TV and more recently in made-for-DVD projects. The latest comes in the form of Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths. It’s fitting that the focus on this film deals with travel between two different, yet parallel worlds, as this particular film project was intended to bridge the two worlds of Justice League the animated show and Justice League Unlimited, its successor. The reworked script for this film is fittingly used to reflect the world of the Justice League, who now sport a slightly different line-up from their TV predecessors, and the world of the Crime Syndicate, their parallel earth villain counterparts. The plot as to how these two worlds collide has moments of real magic to it, but the true success of the film lies in the, pardon the expression, blow-by-blow action. Read more
IDW to Partner with Twentieth Century Fox for A-Team Comics!
IDW is getting a jump on the summer movie rush! In an announcement made today, major studio Twentieth Century Fox is partnering with the indie comic book company to release a duo of series featuring the A-Team! Starting in March, IDW Publishing will release A-Team: Shotgun Wedding, a bi-weekly, four issue limited series focusing on the adventures of the team after they officially formed, and A-Team: War Stories, a series of stand-alone stories that will spotlight a different member of the renegade team each time! Read more
Action Comics #1 Sale Breaks Record For Collector Site
Monday was certainly a super day for comic book collectors, a couple of comic book salesmen, and one lucky anonymous seller! It was on this day, February 22, 2010, that Vincent Zurzolo and Stephen Fishler, co-owners of the auction site ComicConnect.com, sold one of the biggest prizes in all of comics. A rare copy of Action Comics #1, the first appearance of iconic hero Superman, went on sale, fetching a one million dollar price tag. The 1938 debut issue of the Man of Steel is such an important one because of the debut of arguably the most recognizable pop cultures figures ever, and even more importantly because there are only about 100 copies of this book known in existence. This copy, sold in 8.0 (Very Fine) condition, was put up for sale by an anonymous seller with another unknown buyer snapping the book up. Read more
Comic Book Previews for February 24th, 2010
Wait. Stop moving. What’s that sound? It sounds like the dropping and thudding of several large, major issues of comic books this week! Speaking of hammers, Marvel kicks things off with a major Siege tie-in this week in the pages of Thor #607. While all the fighting is going on in Asgard, what’s going on in the town of Broxton, Oklahoma, the town just below Asgard? Good questions, as several unexpected baddies and do-gooders arise in this issue! Another hot issue dealing with Siege this week is Thunderbolts #141, which sees Norman Osborn’s special team of black ops, the Thunderbolts, called to action in Asgard, only to find the Mighty Avengers smack in their way. It’s a battle you’ve been waiting for when these two teams slug it out here! Read more
Magog Gone From JSA All-Stars? Good Riddance!
If you’ve been keeping up with the twists, turns and exploits of the Justice Society of America, and really, you should, then you’re aware that the team has undergone some startling changes of late, not the least of which has been the split of the very large super team into two teams and, consequently, two books. Fans now have the option of following the mostly traditional membership in Justice Society of America or reading all about the team of newer members in JSA All-Stars. One of the reigning elements over the first three issues of JSA All-Stars has been the ongoing conflict between co-leaders Magog and Power Girl, which recently came to a full-on confrontation in JSA Annual #2. The end result? Magog’s walking away from the team. Whether that’s for good or just a temporary departure, hopefully this signals a breath of fresh air following the departure of a character that had, sadly, become one-note. Read more
Comic Book Previews for February 17th, 2010
You may be feeling a little post-Valentine’s bloat, brought on by candy, rich dinners or other delights. What better way to burn off some of those excess calories by walking, running or sprinting down to your local comic book shop for this week’s hot releases??! Marvel kicks things off this week with a couple of biggies! First up is the long-awaited Doomwar #1. His assault on the land of Wakanda fully underway, Dr. Doom kicks things into high gear against TWO Black Panthers, the Fantastic Four, and innumerable X-Men! Can they stop his global threat? The event that’s been building in the pages of Black Panther begins here! In another part of the Marvel universe, the battle for Asgard continues in the pages of Dark Avengers #14. The secrets of the Sentry are spilled here, but how will it all affect the battle for the home of the Norse gods? Read more
Marvel Issues Apology For Captain America Gaffe Involving Tea Party Movement
Marvel Comics has found itself in the midst of a, pardon the use of the expression, tempest in a teapot. In the latest issue of Captain Amierca, issue 602, current Captain America, Bucky Barnes and The Falcon are attempting to infiltrate a group called “The Watchdogs”, an anti-government militia group that has begun to swell in its numbers as of late. That in itself is not the sole source of controversy. What has caused a stir is the appearance of several protest signs that, unintentionally or not, point to the Tea Party movement that has popped up in parts of America. Cap and Falcon are observing an anti-tax gathering, and several of the signs in the crowd indicate anti-tax and governement sentiment. One sign that stands out ties directly to the Tea Party movement, and that link has caused a minor wave of uproar amongst Tea Parties for this depiction, which puts them on the opposite side of a popular American superhero.
Comic Book Previews for February 10th, 2010
Well boys and girls, men and women, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, but before you go crazy on flowers, chocolate and candles, stop by your local comic book store and pick up these new releases! Heck, they’ll be around a lot longer than the candy and flowers will! Let’s dive right in, starting with what Marvel has in store for us this week. There’s no love lost between Spider-Man and Mysterio in Amazing Spider-Man #620 this week, as it’s mobsters, Mysterio and mayhem! Can Spidey stop his classic for and Mr. Negative before things really get out of hand? Speaking of battles with a classic foe, Vengeance of Moon Knight #5 this week has Moon Knight taking on Scarecrow, all in buildup to his showdown with a guy who just. won’t. stay. gone. None other than Bushman! Like your adventures with a little less fists and kicks? How about some gentle pawing? Tails of the Pet Avengers #1 may just be in order, as Lockjaw and crew return in this special, leading up to Pet Avengers next month! Read more
Fantastic Five: First Five Avengers for Relaunch Fully Revealed!
Over the past week, Marvel has been slowly revealing the first five members of its highly-anticipated relaunch of the Avengers series, which will be in the highly capable, talented hands of Brian Michael Bendis and John Romita Jr. Now, the dust has settled, the teasers have been shown, and now we know the first five characters who will make up the new team. So far, it appears to be an interesting mix of the classic team lineup and a bridge to characters of the past few years! As we see here, Thor will be in the lineup! It’s going to be interesting to see how he overcomes the current events of Siege to make his return to the team that he helped to found! The artwork featured gives us a great tease as to what’s to come, and just what sort of stance we can expect from our heroes as we enter a new era and age in Marvel Comics! Let’s see who else will be joining the Asgardian god!
Daredevil Goes Back to Basics For Film Reboot
Marvel’s been in the business of relaunching, rebooting and retooling lately, and all that activity hasn’t just been limited to their comic book franchises! The biggest news recently has been the collapse of the Spider-Man film franchise, with plans for a fourth installment of the Sam Raimi directed series now gone in favor of a reboot that will take Peter Parker back to his high school origins. Now it seems that another Marvel character is getting an overhaul. ”The man without fear” himself, Daredevil, is going back to the drawing board, and a screenwriter and producer are already on board! Read more
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