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Friday, September 29, 2006
ROBERT DOWNEY JR. CAST AS TONY STARK
According to the Hollywod reporter Robert Downey JR. will be playing Tony StarkRobert Downey Jr. is suiting up to star in "Iron Man," the first feature film to be produced independently by Marvel Entertainment. Jon Favreau is directing the movie, which will be distributed by Paramount Pictures. Downey will portray Tony Stark, a billionaire industrialist and genius inventor who is kidnapped and forced to build a devastating weapon. Using his intelligence and ingenuity, Stark instead builds a high-tech suit of armor and escapes captivity. Upon his return to the U.S., he uncovers a plot with global implications and must don his armor and protect the world. The comic debuted in the 1960s, and Iron Man's origin involved Stark being a prisoner of the Viet Cong. The movie version, written by Art Marcum & Matt Holloway and Mark Fergus & Hawk Ostby, will be set in today's geopolitical climate. Hollywood Reporter
“It is true. Robert Downey Jr. is Tony Stark. I am about as excited as I can be. I saw what he can do and he is extremely enthusiastic about playing Stark. I can say with absolute certainty that there is no better choice. The humor and emotional dimension he brings truly raises the bar on this project. Get ready.” Jon Favreau Iron Man Page
Thursday, September 28, 2006
Civil War Spotlight on Winter Soldier in Captain America #23
The Winter Soldier enters the Civil War and the Red Skull lays the groundwork for his greatest revenge in Captain America #23 as the "Drums of War" continue.Captain America's life has been completely turned upside down with the passing of the Super Human Registration Act. After the events of last issue, which saw Sharon Carter and Cap's relationship pushed to the breaking point because of Civil War, things continue to get worse for Steve Rogers.
Since he learned that his long-thought-dead sidekick is among the living, Captain America has desperately been trying to catch up with Bucky, or as he is now known, the Winter Soldier. But the Winter Soldier comes across another aging war hero instead – Nick Fury.
Nick Fury has been underground since the events of Secret War, but will this new war be enough to get him to resurface? Plus, what is his connection to the Winter Soldier and what reprecussions will this have on the Civil War?
Captain America's greatest enemy, the Red Skull, has slowly been ensuring Cap's downfall and now with the start of a Civil War, it is the perfect opportunity to see his plans to fruition. The Skull will form a deadly alliance that will make the entire Marvel Universe tremble beneath their heels; but what major player will it be?
The "Drums of War" play on in the pages of Captain America #23 as Civil War continues, featuring a spotlight on the Winter Soldier and a new devlopment with the Red Skull that no one will see coming.
CAPTAIN AMERICA #23 (AUG062040)
Written by ED BRUBAKER
Penciled by MIKE PERKINS
Cover by STEVE EPTING
32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99
FOC – 10/5, On-Sale – 10/25/2006
Fantastic Four Animated Episode 5 - My Neighbor Was a Skrull
Airs: 9-30-06, 8pm
The FF return home from an extra-dimensional adventure to find the Baxter Building, and everyone in it, just a little bit off. Their usually-angry neighbors are suddenly all too happy to chat. They come bearing odd gifts, and oddly enough, seem extremely interested in the FF's powers. Soon it become obvious that the Baxter Building has been invaded by shape-shifting aliens - THE SKRULLS! But as the FF discover, whenever you deal with Skrulls, there's always more going on than meets the eye!
Also, don't forget that Episode 4 replays Saturday at 11am.
The FF return home from an extra-dimensional adventure to find the Baxter Building, and everyone in it, just a little bit off. Their usually-angry neighbors are suddenly all too happy to chat. They come bearing odd gifts, and oddly enough, seem extremely interested in the FF's powers. Soon it become obvious that the Baxter Building has been invaded by shape-shifting aliens - THE SKRULLS! But as the FF discover, whenever you deal with Skrulls, there's always more going on than meets the eye!
Also, don't forget that Episode 4 replays Saturday at 11am.
Marvel Universe Online, Press Release & Trailer
Marvelites beware! Your head just might explode upon hearing the news about the hugely anticipated massively multiplayer online (MMO) that will put you right in the heart of the Marvel Universe! Vice President of Marvel Interactive, Ames Kirshen, had this to say about the mind-blowing project:"We are thrilled to finally be able to share the news that Cryptic Studios is the developer on the Marvel Universe Massively Multiplayer Online game. The trio of Marvel, Microsoft and Cryptic is truly a dream team combination and we are committed to delivering a ground breaking interactive experience drawing from Marvel's vast and diverse Universe of characters, locations, and timeless fiction that we believe will redefine the MMO space."
And now, take a look at the official press release from Marvel, Microsoft Game Studios, and Cryptic Studios:
Check out the Trailer Here
Wednesday, September 27, 2006
Sensational Spider-Man Writer Aguirre-Sacasa Spotlighted in NY Times
In the September 26th New York Times, Sensational Spider-Man writer Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa's predilection for using New York City landmarks was featured in the Arts section.To read the article, click Here
Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa continues his "Deadly Foes of Peter Parker" story-arc in Sensational Spider-Man #31 as Spider-Man continues to deal with threats on his personal life and loved ones, after revealing his identity to the world in the wake of Civil War.
As well as being an accomplished playwright, Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa is best known for his 3-year run on Marvel Knights Fantastic Four. His first arc on Sensational Spider-Man is being collected in Sensational Spider-Man: Feral Premiere HC, on-sale October 18.
For more of Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa's work, check out the following collections:
SENSATIONAL SPIDER-MAN: FERAL PREMIERE HC (0-7851-2318-0)
MARVEL KNIGHTS 4 VOL 1 WOLF AT THE DOOR TP (0-7851-1471-8)
MARVEL KNIGHTS 4 VOL 2 STUFF OF NIGHTMARES TP (0-7851-1472-6)
MARVEL KNIGHTS 4 VOL 3 DIVINE TIME TP (0-7851-1678-8)
MARVEL KNIGHTS 4 VOL 4 IMPOSSIBLE THINGS HAPPEN EVERY DAY TP (0-7851-1808-X)
FANTASTIC FOUR RESURRECTION OF NICHOLAS SCRATCH TP (0-7851-1959-0)
Marvel Ultimate Alliance Screenshots
Be the first to see the new exclusive screenshots for the video-game everyone's been clamoring for, and start daydreaming about which characters you want to take control of. In this superhero-filled action-RPG, players assume the roles of more than 20 Marvel Super Heroes including Spider-Man, Wolverine, Blade and Captain America, and through their actions determine the fate of both planet Earth and the Marvel universe. The game features total team customization, where players create their own team name, icon and vehicle, as well as establish their team reputation as they play throughout the story.
Battle the world's most notorious Marvel Super Villains in the air, underwater, and on the ground, using grappling, blocking and dodging moves, and even environmental objects as one and two-handed weapons. The storyline is designed open, and the missions that you choose to accept affect the outcome of the Marvel Universe. Also featured are competitive and co-operative multiplayer modes.
Get ready for Marvel Ultimate Alliance, bringing the Marvel Universe within your control!
Battle the world's most notorious Marvel Super Villains in the air, underwater, and on the ground, using grappling, blocking and dodging moves, and even environmental objects as one and two-handed weapons. The storyline is designed open, and the missions that you choose to accept affect the outcome of the Marvel Universe. Also featured are competitive and co-operative multiplayer modes.
Get ready for Marvel Ultimate Alliance, bringing the Marvel Universe within your control!
Marvel Launches Its Own Monthly Daily Bugle
Just like the citizens of the Marvel Universe, you too can pick up your own copy of the Daily Bugle, hitting stores monthly from Marvel. In the tradition of the Civil War Daily Bugle Newspaper and the Pulse House of M Newspaper comes the Daily Bugle, a newspaper with all the latest news and updates on everything happening at Marvel.Brimming with articles and images on all the comics hitting stands that month, the Daily Bugle brings to you the latest news on your favorite books and creators; plus, feature interviews, updated images, previews, variant covers, and tons more.
Each month, the Daily Bugle will contain an up-to-date checklist on all of Marvel's comics and collections so you can make sure not to miss a single issue or volume.
Pick up the premiere October issue of the Daily Bugle out today for all the highlights of the month, including the cover story Ultimate Power, Civil War news, and more on the Dabel Brothers.
Videos with Heroes!
Get action-packed videos galore with the new page of Marvel Videos! Get streaming alongside the hottest heroes with the most vital videos.
"The new video page will allow our users to browse through and view all kinds of video content," said Peter Olson, the Senior Web Architect for Marvel.com. "We'll be showing comic, movie, and video game trailers, as well as interviews with creators, editors, and lots of suprises that we can't tell you about yet."
Check out videos now on the Marvel.com Video Page!
"The new video page will allow our users to browse through and view all kinds of video content," said Peter Olson, the Senior Web Architect for Marvel.com. "We'll be showing comic, movie, and video game trailers, as well as interviews with creators, editors, and lots of suprises that we can't tell you about yet."
Check out videos now on the Marvel.com Video Page!
Tuesday, September 26, 2006
Lee, Bendis, Bagley and Davis Present Stan Lee Meets Dr. Strange
In the second of a series of specials celebrating Stan Lee’s 65th year of working at Marvel, “The Man” gets to meet the Master of the Mystic Arts: Dr. Strange. In Stan Lee Meets Dr. Strange, Lee pens a tale with art by Alan Davis where Stan journeys to Greenwich Village to catch up with his old pal Dr. Strange.Plus Stan Lee Meets Dr. Strange features a back-up story by Brian Michael Bendis and Mark Bagley honoring Stan Lee. The creative team behind the fan-favorite Ultimate Spider-Man present a brand-new story paying homage to the life and career of the man who helped build the House of Ideas.
And if that wasn’t enough, a reprinting of the Lee-scripted Marvel Premiere #3 with art by Barry Windsor-Smith featuring one of Doctor Strange’s most memorable adventures.
Filled with more high-profile creators than you can shake a Wand of Watoomb at, Stan Lee Meets Dr. Strange is fun-filled celebratory romp through the Marvel Universe for fans of Marvel, both yesterday and today.
STAN LEE MEETS DR. STRANGE (JUL061993)
Written by STAN LEE & BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS
Penciled by ALAN DAVIS & MARK BAGLEY
Cover by ALAN DAVIS
48 PGS./Rated T+ ...$3.99
On Sale – 10/11/2006
PREVIEW: WHAT IF? X-MEN: DEADLY GENESIS
Preview early penciled and inked pages from the 'What If?' tale that flips the X-Men status quoCOVER BY: DAVID YARDIN
WRITER: DAVID HINE
PENCILS: DAVID YARDIN
INKS: KRIS JUSTICE
COLORED BY: VAL STAPLES
LETTERED BY: DAVE LANPHEAR
PRICE: 3.99
IN STORES: 2006-12-27
Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter in Guilty Pleasures
The Anita Blake series of novels by New York Times Best-Selling author Laurell K. Hamilton has sold over 3 million copies and amassed a dedicated group of fans. Now, the vampire hunter is staking her claim in the world of comics in Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter in Guilty Pleasures #1.There have been 14 novels in the Anita Blake series with the most recent novel, Anita Blake: Danse Macabre, debuting at #2 on the New York Times Best-Sellers List, selling over 100,000 copies since its release in June 2006. Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter in Guilty Pleasures will be the first comic adaptation of Anita Blake, adapting the first novel of the series which has sold over 250,000 copies.
Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter in Guilty Pleasures #1 presents a world unlike our own, where vampires and were-creatures are legal citizens of the United States. Anita's job is to act as judge, jury, and executioner when these supernatural beings cross the line, allowing her to swiflty dispense justice on the undead and superhuman.
Anita is also known as an animator, or one who can raise the dead, but this deadly hunter avoids vampires whenever possible. However, when a close friend's bacherlorette party leads them into St. Louis's vampire district, business begins to pick up for Anita.
When visiting the vampire strip club Guilty Pleasures, Anita's fears are realized when a sneak attack threatens to claim her life. But is the enigmatic Jean-Claude there to help Anita or ensure her downfall?
Adapted from the Anita Blake series of novels, which has sold over 3 million copies and appeared on the New York Times Best Sellers list, Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter in Guilty Pleasures #1 is a story of horror and romance that is sure to amaze fans of Anita Blake and comics alike. To pick-up Anita Blake's first comic appearance, call 1-888-comicbook to find the location of the comic shop nearest you.
ANITA BLAKE: VAMPIRE HUNTER in GUILTY PLEASURES #1 (of 12) (JUL068379)
Written by LAURELL K. HAMILTON
Adapted by STACIE M. RITCHIE
Pencils & Wraparound Cover by BRETT BOOTH
32 PGS./Rated T+ .$2.99
FOC – 9/28, On-Sale 10/18/2006
ANITA BLAKE: VAMPIRE HUNTER in GUILTY PLEASURES #1 (of 12) VARIANT (JUL068380)
Written by LAURELL K. HAMILTON
Adapted by STACIE M. RITCHIE
Pencils by BRETT BOOTH
Variant cover by GREG HORN
32 PGS./Rated T+ .$2.99
FOC – 9/28, On-Sale 10/18/2006
Lucifer on the Loose, Dr. Strange Makes a House Call in Ghost Rider #4
Ghost Rider's path of vengeance leads him to the starling revelation that he is part of Lucifer's plan to consolidate his power on earth in Ghost Rider #4. Can he ever truly defeat Lucifer if he is just a pawn on the chessboard?
After Ghost Rider's run-in with Doctor Strange, Johnny Blaze begins to reconsider his methods now that he has returned to Earth. Dr. Strange advised him to turn away from vengeance, but can he do so with Lucifer still on the loose?
He has been the Ghost Rider for longer than he cares to remember. In Ghost Rider #4, Johnny will find out how much of him is still a man and how much of him has become the Spirit of Vengeance as "Vicious Cycle" continues.
GHOST RIDER #4 (AUG062046)
Written by DANIEL WAY
Layouts by JAVIER SALTARES
Finishes & Cover by MARK TEXEIRA
32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99
FOC – 9/28, On Sale – 10/18/2006
After Ghost Rider's run-in with Doctor Strange, Johnny Blaze begins to reconsider his methods now that he has returned to Earth. Dr. Strange advised him to turn away from vengeance, but can he do so with Lucifer still on the loose?
He has been the Ghost Rider for longer than he cares to remember. In Ghost Rider #4, Johnny will find out how much of him is still a man and how much of him has become the Spirit of Vengeance as "Vicious Cycle" continues.
GHOST RIDER #4 (AUG062046)
Written by DANIEL WAY
Layouts by JAVIER SALTARES
Finishes & Cover by MARK TEXEIRA
32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99
FOC – 9/28, On Sale – 10/18/2006
Monday, September 25, 2006
Dabel Brothers Podcast
The first comic to come out of the new partnership between the Dabel Brothers and Marvel is Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter in Guilty Pleasures #1. Recently, Les and Ernst Dabel along with New York Times Best-Selling author Laurell K. Hamilton, the writer behind the Anita Blake series of novels, sat down for a tell-all Marvel podcast. The Dabel Brothers told of how their boyhood dreams of making comics has come true and revealed what is on the horizon now that Dabel and Marvel will be working together. Plus, Laurell K. Hamilton fielded questions on what is was like to see her creation, Anita Blake, in a comic book. Laurell even told of a convention where fans almost broke out into fight in order to get a piece of art from the upcoming series.Here
Sunday, September 24, 2006
Saturday, September 23, 2006
New Releases Wednesday, September 27th, 2006
All New Official Handbook #9
Amazing Spider-Man #535 cw
Black Panther #20
Cable Deadpool #32 cw
Captain America #22 cw
Civil War Front Line #6
Civil War Young Avengers Runaways #3
Daily Bugle October
Daredevil #89
Daredevil #89 Incentive Sketch Cover
Eternals #4
Eternals #4 Romita Incentive Cover
Heroes for Hire #2 cw
Punisher #38
She Hulk #12
Stan Lee Meets Spider-Man
Ultimate Spider-Man #100
Ultimate Spider-Man #100 Ed Bagley Jr. Incentive Cover
Ultimates 2 #12
X-Men #191
Zombie #1
Jeph Loeb On Fanboy Radio
Press ReleaseOne of comics and television’s most favorite writers joins the comic book radio talk show this weekend. Jeph Loeb has been a go-to guy for quality work whether it’s the scripts for X-Men, Batman: Hush, Superman/Batman, one of the many legendary team-ups with artist Tim Sale or hit shows like Smallville or LOST. Fans are primed for his debut on The Ultimates this fall, but on Monday, Jeph continues his campaign to make the super natural and mysterious commonplace in every home with his new NBC series, HEROES that he is the Executive Producer on.
“I couldn’t think of a better time to talk to comic fans about pop culture than the night before the premiere of HEROES. Monday. NBC. 9PM I'll be talking about that, Ultimates, working at Marvel Vs. Working at DC -- all of it on Fanboy Radio this Sunday afternoon!” says Jeph Loeb himself.
You can watch the pilot before the premiere and his appearance on FbR, right now at iTunes (while you’re there – subscribe to Fanboy Radio so you won’t miss any future episodes).
Tune in for Fanboy Radio #335 Sunday, September 24th, for Fanboy Radio with Jeph Loeb at 6pm Central (7pm Eastern, 4pm Pacific) give the show a call at (817) 257-7631 – everyone who makes it on the air will receive a free FUNimation DVD!
Fanboy Radio broadcasts from http://www.fanboyradio.com , streams the latest episodes from http://www.myspace.com/fanboyradio and offers exclusive podcasts from http://www.fbrpc.com
Stan Lee on The Mighty Thor
Stan Lee Taking About His The Origins. Posted In Tribute Of The Return Of Thor.
Marvel® Super Heroes™ Science Exhibition
Ontario Science Center: October 18, 2006 - March 25, 2007Step into the incredible Marvel Universe and experience all of your favourite Super Heroes and Villains! Over 30 amazing action stations reveal the powerful real-life science within Marvel’s legends.
See how your favourite action heroes perform their amazing feats of strength and speed. Discover how the laws of motion help them move. Encounter superstrong materials and learn how to generate lightning.
Think you could never be as strong as Iron Man? Guess again! Today, engineers can create powered suits, called exo-suits, that give humans extra strength, bringing Iron Man's fictional superhuman armour closer to reality. Step into an exo-suit and lift a car, all by yourself!
Test the strength of a synthetic spider's web - it's almost as strong as Spider-Man's. No artificial matter can match the tensile strength of spider's silk, but there are fibres that come close. One of them is Technora®, a synthetic material eight times stronger than steel. Hang from a harness and dangle from a giant web made from thin threads of Technora, each measuring just 3 mm in diameter. Pow! What a combo!
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