Flash Forward? Is a Flash Movie Still a Possibility?
It’s not news to anyone that Marvel is currently winning in the super hero movie category, with films such as Iron Man 2, Spider-Man 4, Thor and Captain America all scheduled for either release or production. DC however is making strides to catch up, with a Ryan Reynolds starring Green Lantern on the way and a supposed reboot of Superman in talks. Is everyone’s favorite scarlet speedster, The Flash, back on track to get his own solo film anytime soon? Read more
Earthquakes, Crises and Wars, oh my! 10 Memorable Comic Book Disasters
Does there exist a more threatened group of people than those who inhabit the earths and universes of our beloved comic book heroes and villains? What other fictional population seems to live under the constant threat that at any given point their world could be turned into zombies, an earthquake may shut down the city, or that their universe may cease to exist altogether!? The past few decades have seen several major disasters, manmade, natural and perhaps supernatural, that have caused devastation and damage beyond the norm for several comic book universes. Here, in no particular order, are ten of the most memorable and, pardon the pun, earth-shaking disasters and crises to hit the comic book populace. Read more
Justice League: Who Will be the Final Members?
By this point, it’s no secret that DC Comics’ premier super-team, the Justice League of America, will be undergoing a dramatic lineup change this fall, under the pen of writer James Robinson. Another thing that is not a secret is the identities of some of those members, as recently revealed at Comic-Con. With a very cryptic image, as seen here, revealing some of those characters, the big, and obvious question, remains.
Who else is on the team? Read more
DC Announces Major News During Editorial Presentation at Comic-Con
Saturday’s DC Editorial Panel at Comic-Con proved to be one that fans were waiting for. DC made some major announcements about upcoming projects and characters, many that have already sparked rumors and cries of joy from readers and fans of long established properties, such as the Justice League. The biggest announcement about DC’s most well-known super team came in the form of a few reveals as to who will be in the lineup for James Robinson’s take on the costumed crimefighters! Read more
Comic Book Releases for July 22nd, 2009
Into the valley of the comic book store rode the 600. The 600th issues of Amazing Spider-Man and The Incredible Hulk that is! With Doctor Octopus, Daredevil, a wedding and more, Marvel promises great and thrilling reading for fans of the series and those just interested in this milestone issue! Same goes for the Hulk, except the action involves Red Hulk, Green Hulk AND Spidey! Springing from Immortal Iron Fist comes Immortal Weapons, five issue limited series! Also airing this week is another installment in the Halo franchise with Halo: Helljumper, ushering in a new story and new creative team for this video game franchise. Read more
April Fool’s? 10 “Are You JOKING” Moments in Comic Books
April Fool’s jokes usually consist of innocent, harmless phone calls, fake spiders and the like. Practical jokes take it a little further with maybe alibis, pretend emergencies or other staged incidents. Most people can laugh these off quickly, acknowledge that they were had, and get over their initial “are you kidding me!” exclamations.
So why doesn’t that always work with comic book events?
How many of us have found ourselves turning a page in one of our favorite books, checking the frames for some detail we missed, only to stop and express, loudly “Are you JOKING?!?!” after seeing that the shocking event we just witnessed did, in fact, happen. We feel like we’ve been had, hoodwinked, the plastic snake now a real cobra that’s just eaten our cat! In keeping with the spirit of the day, a look back at 10 moments from recent years that we all thought, at the time, surely were jokes.
DC Comics Nixes NBA’s Krypto-Nate Campaign
The NBA has agreed to cease its proposed Krypto-Nate T-shirt campaign. During last month’s NBA Slam Dunk Contest, New York Knick Nate Robinson won the contest when the guard literally dunked over Dwight “Superman” Howard. In an attempt to capitalize on the victory, the NBA planned to issue a t-shirt that would play on the words Nate and Kryptonite.
The controversy began at last year’s slam dunk contest, in which “Superman” Howard won the title by donning a red cape like that of his namesake and performing a one handed dunk. Howard was a lock to repeat as Dunk Champion until Robinson stole the award by performing a dunk in which he leapt over the defending champion. After the victory, the 5ft 9in guard started to call himself “Krypto-Nate” to Howard’s Superman.
Top 10 Costume-Dependent Comic Book Characters
For most villains and heroes, the costume is the final, outward piece of their mission and who they are as that alter ego. It sends a message. For characters like Batman, it’s a symbol of the fear they hope to spread. Superman’s cape and colors add a layer of anonymity in his mission for justice. Others, though, are not so fortunate when it comes to otherworldly gifts or perfectly trained bodies. Here then are those 10 comic book characters who probably wouldn’t make it without the gear and getup.
1. Tony Stark (Iron Man) - Billionaire he may be, Tony Stark is no sleek detective, telekinetic or shape-shifter. Charming and intelligent are certainly two of his strengths, but Iron Man’s armor will always be what allows him to fly, fire repulsor beams and shoot down deadly warheads from various points. Marvel has done an effective job in establishing Tony Stark as a vital and powerful character outside of his super-powered counterpart, but the Iron Man suit will be what makes him the next level of superhero.
Endless Love: 10 Great Comic Book Relationships
Valentine’s Day. The day when we all stop, turn to our beloved and whisper sweet nothings over a candlelit dinner while enjoying wine and chocolates. The stuffed bears may make an appearance later in the evening. Comic book heroes and villains rarely get such opportunities to pause and swoon, which makes their relationships and its ups and downs that much more meaningful. Listed below, in celebration of this Hallmark holiday, are some of the greatest, longest-lasting comic book relationships ever.
1. Clark Kent (Superman) and Lois Lane - When these two crazy, 70-year old kids finally tied the knot in 1996, it was the “I Do” heard round the world. Everyone knows these two characters, but comic fans had followed the struggle of once shy and awkward Clark Kent to get Lois to notice him for years. Through kidnappings, Lois’ initial love of only Superman, Lana Lang, explosions, Doomsday, and the recent events of both Identity and Final Crisis, Lois and Clark have weathered the storm to stand forth as not just the signature couple of the DC Comics Universe, but perhaps even for comics as a whole. Their story is timeless and knows the bounds of no universe.
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