There will be minor spoilers for "Star Wars: The Living Force" by John Jackson Miller.
"Star Wars: The Living Force" is the latest novel released by Del Rey Worlds and Lucasfilm, carrying forward the legacy of the "Star Wars" universe. Set before the events of "Star Wars: The Phantom Menace," this novel sees Qui-Gon Jinn taking the council to task for the disarray in the universe. The Jedi are paying too much attention to the bigger picture of the Cosmic Force and ignoring the individuals in the galaxy and the whims of the Living Force.
As the Jedi are closing temples on far-flung worlds because the galaxy has only grown larger and their resources haven't expanded, Qui-Gon discovers that closing temples increases crime and reduces the quality of life in the systems where it's happening. He's able to challenge the Jedi Council to go on a space road trip to...
"Star Wars: The Living Force" is the latest novel released by Del Rey Worlds and Lucasfilm, carrying forward the legacy of the "Star Wars" universe. Set before the events of "Star Wars: The Phantom Menace," this novel sees Qui-Gon Jinn taking the council to task for the disarray in the universe. The Jedi are paying too much attention to the bigger picture of the Cosmic Force and ignoring the individuals in the galaxy and the whims of the Living Force.
As the Jedi are closing temples on far-flung worlds because the galaxy has only grown larger and their resources haven't expanded, Qui-Gon discovers that closing temples increases crime and reduces the quality of life in the systems where it's happening. He's able to challenge the Jedi Council to go on a space road trip to...
- 4/5/2024
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
Sony’s Spider-Man Universe At Worldwide Box Office: From Venom To Madame Web! ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
With Dakota Johnson’s Madame Web out in the theatres, another movie has been added to Sony’s Spider-Man universe. We have seen other films in that universe, including Tom Hardy-led Venom. However, the films comparatively earn less at the box office than the MCU movies, but remind you, we are not talking about Tom Holland’s Spider-Man films.
The Spider-Man movies have been under Sony for a long time until Tom Holland played the role; it merged with the MCU, and thanks to that, the fans witnessed Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield, and Tom’s versions of Peter Parker in 2021’s No Way Home. In the end credits, we saw Tom Hardy’s characters, Eddie Brock and Venom.
Unlike the Spider-Man movies, the other films from Peter Parker’s universe did not do...
With Dakota Johnson’s Madame Web out in the theatres, another movie has been added to Sony’s Spider-Man universe. We have seen other films in that universe, including Tom Hardy-led Venom. However, the films comparatively earn less at the box office than the MCU movies, but remind you, we are not talking about Tom Holland’s Spider-Man films.
The Spider-Man movies have been under Sony for a long time until Tom Holland played the role; it merged with the MCU, and thanks to that, the fans witnessed Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield, and Tom’s versions of Peter Parker in 2021’s No Way Home. In the end credits, we saw Tom Hardy’s characters, Eddie Brock and Venom.
Unlike the Spider-Man movies, the other films from Peter Parker’s universe did not do...
- 2/17/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
The Spider-Man universe has a cadre of supporting characters in its vault. Cassandra “Madame” Web is one such character who first appeared in the Amazing Spider-Man issue #210 in the fall of 1980. Created by Denny O’Neil and artist John Romita Jr., Cassandra is an elderly, disabled woman with precognitive abilities who helps Peter Parker find a kidnapping victim.
Transitioning from the comic book origins of Cassandra who is introduced as a character of depth and mystery, the film adaptation directed by S.J. Clarkson, and written by Clarkson, Matt Sazama, Burk Sharpless and Claire Parker, squanders any possibility for expansion of the Madame Web world through clinical and formulaic storytelling.
In 1973, in the Peruvian Amazon, a pregnant Constance Webb (Kerry Bishé) and her protector, Ezekiel Sims (Tahar Rahim), search for a mythical Spider with healing powers. Once they find it, Ezekiel becomes antagonistic, and wants the Spider for himself. Constance isn’t...
Transitioning from the comic book origins of Cassandra who is introduced as a character of depth and mystery, the film adaptation directed by S.J. Clarkson, and written by Clarkson, Matt Sazama, Burk Sharpless and Claire Parker, squanders any possibility for expansion of the Madame Web world through clinical and formulaic storytelling.
In 1973, in the Peruvian Amazon, a pregnant Constance Webb (Kerry Bishé) and her protector, Ezekiel Sims (Tahar Rahim), search for a mythical Spider with healing powers. Once they find it, Ezekiel becomes antagonistic, and wants the Spider for himself. Constance isn’t...
- 2/13/2024
- by Valerie Complex
- Deadline Film + TV
Any longtime Spider-Man fans would be forgiven for sighing after watching the first trailer for Madame Web. Not because of its PG-13 horror tones or soap opera vibes (both familiar parts of superhero comics).
No, they cringe because of the movie’s big bad, Ezekiel Sims. Throughout the trailer, Dakota Johnson’s Cassandra Webb finds herself hunted by what appears to be a black-suited Spider-Man, whom she eventually recognizes as researcher Ezekiel Sims (Tahar Rahim). For most viewers, the trailer serves as their introduction to Sims. But fans of the Spider-Man comics might recall him from the days long before guys like Paul drove readers nuts.
Ezekiel Sims debuted in The Amazing Spider-Man #30 (2001), written by J. Michael Straczynski and penciled by John Romita Jr.. Straczynski reimagined Spidey’s origin not as a fluke accident when a random radioactive spider bit Pete on the hand, nor even as a larger conspiracy.
No, they cringe because of the movie’s big bad, Ezekiel Sims. Throughout the trailer, Dakota Johnson’s Cassandra Webb finds herself hunted by what appears to be a black-suited Spider-Man, whom she eventually recognizes as researcher Ezekiel Sims (Tahar Rahim). For most viewers, the trailer serves as their introduction to Sims. But fans of the Spider-Man comics might recall him from the days long before guys like Paul drove readers nuts.
Ezekiel Sims debuted in The Amazing Spider-Man #30 (2001), written by J. Michael Straczynski and penciled by John Romita Jr.. Straczynski reimagined Spidey’s origin not as a fluke accident when a random radioactive spider bit Pete on the hand, nor even as a larger conspiracy.
- 11/15/2023
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
If everything had gone differently, we would have already seen "Madame Web" by now. Yes, though the studios would have you believe it was delays caused by Covid-19, their refusal to give this summer's striking writers and actors a fair deal in a timely manner pushed the lady slinger back off her initial July 7 release date, and then again off an October 6 release. "Madame Web," the latest experiment in Sony's massively successful "Spider-Man" franchise, is now slated for February 16, 2024. That means it will open against the Bob Marley biopic, "One Love," so there should be distinct enough audiences for both films to do well.
There have already been two spinoffs of the core "Spider-Man" films, following the villains Venom and Morbius, to wildly different levels of success. If you count the "Spider-Verse" films as spinoffs, then there's an even higher bar for success that may not be fair...
There have already been two spinoffs of the core "Spider-Man" films, following the villains Venom and Morbius, to wildly different levels of success. If you count the "Spider-Verse" films as spinoffs, then there's an even higher bar for success that may not be fair...
- 11/15/2023
- by Ryan Coleman
- Slash Film
This post contains spoilers for Blue Beetle.
Even ten years ago, few would have guessed that the Blue Beetle would be in a movie, let alone the star of one. Both the current Blue Beetle Jamie Reyes and his predecessor Ted Kord have been fan favorites since the 80s, when the latter became a member of Justice League International. But Blue Beetle is hardly the only DC Comics deep cut in the film.
Throughout the movie, the villainous Victoria Kord (Susan Sarandon) touts her company’s newest invention, a battle suit termed Omac, which stands for One Man Army Corps. Created by Jack Kirby during his time at DC Comics in the 1970s, Omac is one of the legendary artist’s strangest characters, someone who has been radically reimagined several times since his first appearance.
Omac made his debut in 1974’s Omac #1, written and penciled by Kirby, with letters and inks by Mike Royer.
Even ten years ago, few would have guessed that the Blue Beetle would be in a movie, let alone the star of one. Both the current Blue Beetle Jamie Reyes and his predecessor Ted Kord have been fan favorites since the 80s, when the latter became a member of Justice League International. But Blue Beetle is hardly the only DC Comics deep cut in the film.
Throughout the movie, the villainous Victoria Kord (Susan Sarandon) touts her company’s newest invention, a battle suit termed Omac, which stands for One Man Army Corps. Created by Jack Kirby during his time at DC Comics in the 1970s, Omac is one of the legendary artist’s strangest characters, someone who has been radically reimagined several times since his first appearance.
Omac made his debut in 1974’s Omac #1, written and penciled by Kirby, with letters and inks by Mike Royer.
- 8/23/2023
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
Actress Ariana DeBose plays Marvel Comics voodoo priestess 'Calypso', the lover of 'Sergei Kravinoff' in Sony's upcoming live-action "Spider-Man" spin-off feature "Kraven the Hunter" :
Calypso first appeared in Marvel Comics "Amazing Spider-Man" #209...
...created by Denny O'Neil and Alan Weiss.
As a voodoo priestess of Haitian nationality, she was a psychopathic woman...
...who seemed to enjoy driving Kraven into fits of rage.
Her supernatural powers include mind control and resurrection.
Click the images to enlarge...
Calypso first appeared in Marvel Comics "Amazing Spider-Man" #209...
...created by Denny O'Neil and Alan Weiss.
As a voodoo priestess of Haitian nationality, she was a psychopathic woman...
...who seemed to enjoy driving Kraven into fits of rage.
Her supernatural powers include mind control and resurrection.
Click the images to enlarge...
- 6/21/2023
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Welcome to the latest instalment of a brand-new feature here on Nerdly, where one of our comic gurus, Ian Wells, delves into comics history and dissects Comics Interview, the long-running journal of interviews and criticism from David Anthony Kraft.
Up Front & Credits
Joining the ranks this issue we have Klaus Janson, Lou Mougin, Bob Saland, Charlie Santino and Barry Kleggerman. A very short Up Front from Dak this month as he uses the space to outline one of two new features debuting in Comics Interview this issue. The first is ‘Out of Context’ which is to ask several interview subjects the same question to get a varied response. The question for the first instalment is “People are very concerned about the recent spate of deaths of superheroes – Why do you suppose that is?” This time round the responses come from Steve Oliff, Steve Gerber and Terry Austin. I thought it...
Up Front & Credits
Joining the ranks this issue we have Klaus Janson, Lou Mougin, Bob Saland, Charlie Santino and Barry Kleggerman. A very short Up Front from Dak this month as he uses the space to outline one of two new features debuting in Comics Interview this issue. The first is ‘Out of Context’ which is to ask several interview subjects the same question to get a varied response. The question for the first instalment is “People are very concerned about the recent spate of deaths of superheroes – Why do you suppose that is?” This time round the responses come from Steve Oliff, Steve Gerber and Terry Austin. I thought it...
- 5/23/2023
- by Ian Wells
- Nerdly
Welcome to this brand-new feature here on Nerdly, where one of our comic gurus, Ian Wells, delves into comics history and dissects Comics Interview, the long-running journal of interviews and criticism from David Anthony Kraft.
Up Front With Dak
From this point forward I will be referring to David Anthony Kraft as Dak. He kicks things up this month by saying how well-received the first issue was. So well received in fact that starting with this very issue Comics Interview will be going monthly! The new monthly schedule will result in some fine-tuning issue by issue for what articles appear. One idea he has already is to have colourists and letters rotate month to month. In this issue the Mark Evanier interview doubles up as writer and editor feature, also an inker interview is absent. Dak makes the point to say everyone working on Ci with him is doing so...
Up Front With Dak
From this point forward I will be referring to David Anthony Kraft as Dak. He kicks things up this month by saying how well-received the first issue was. So well received in fact that starting with this very issue Comics Interview will be going monthly! The new monthly schedule will result in some fine-tuning issue by issue for what articles appear. One idea he has already is to have colourists and letters rotate month to month. In this issue the Mark Evanier interview doubles up as writer and editor feature, also an inker interview is absent. Dak makes the point to say everyone working on Ci with him is doing so...
- 3/14/2023
- by Ian Wells
- Nerdly
Actress Ariana DeBose plays Marvel Comics voodoo priestess 'Calypso', the lover of 'Sergei Kravinoff' in Sony's upcoming live-action "Spider-Man" spin-off feature "Kraven the Hunter" :
Calypso first appeared in Marvel Comics "Amazing Spider-Man" #209, created by Denny O'Neil and Alan Weiss.
As a voodoo priestess of Haitian nationality, she was a psychopathic woman who seemed to enjoy driving Kraven into fits of rage.
Her supernatural powers, due to the sacrifice of her younger siste, include mind control and resurrection.
Click the images to enlarge...
Calypso first appeared in Marvel Comics "Amazing Spider-Man" #209, created by Denny O'Neil and Alan Weiss.
As a voodoo priestess of Haitian nationality, she was a psychopathic woman who seemed to enjoy driving Kraven into fits of rage.
Her supernatural powers, due to the sacrifice of her younger siste, include mind control and resurrection.
Click the images to enlarge...
- 1/2/2023
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Denys Cowan’s comics career spans decades. Perhaps most famous for his work on mainline DC characters like Batman and his “mature readers” take on The Question with Denny O’Neil, Cowan is also one of the architects of Milestone Media, the trailblazing company that grew out of the classic ‘90s comics publisher, Milestone Comics. While the original run of Milestone only lasted a few years, it spawned a beloved animated series (Static Shock), and is now a key imprint at DC Comics, who have recently revived much of the key characters and titles for new tales for a modern audience.
You can listen to the full episode as part of our DC Standom podcast series, or read highlights below.
Den of Geek: We’re two years into the Milestone revival. Was there a five-year plan when you set out to do this? What can you tell us about how far...
You can listen to the full episode as part of our DC Standom podcast series, or read highlights below.
Den of Geek: We’re two years into the Milestone revival. Was there a five-year plan when you set out to do this? What can you tell us about how far...
- 9/9/2022
- by Mike Cecchini
- Den of Geek
Since he first started appearing in film serials in the 1940s, Batman fans have been blessed with many great movie and TV depictions of the Dark Knight, with recent blockbuster "The Batman" being but one example. As a hero without superpowers, Batman lends himself particularly well to pseudo-realistic interpretations of the Christopher Nolan kind. Villains like the Joker, Penguin, Catwoman, Two-Face, Riddler, Mr. Freeze, Poison Ivy, Ra's al Ghul, Scarecrow, Bane, Harley Quinn, and Killer Croc have all made the transition from comic books to live-action films. But some of them have turned out better than others, and Batman has an even deeper bench of colorful foes who have thrived best onscreen in animated form.
When "Batman: The Animated Series" premiered on Fox on September 5, 1992, kids were just getting back to school after the summer of "Batman Returns." For many, Danny Elfman's theme music and the show's one-minute opening...
When "Batman: The Animated Series" premiered on Fox on September 5, 1992, kids were just getting back to school after the summer of "Batman Returns." For many, Danny Elfman's theme music and the show's one-minute opening...
- 9/5/2022
- by Joshua Meyer
- Slash Film
Exclusive: The Flight Attendant‘s Zosia Mamet has signed on for a role in S.J. Clarkson’s Sony Pictures film Madame Web, based on the Marvel comics by writer Denny O’Neil and artist John Romita Jr. She joins an ensemble led by Dakota Johnson, which also includes Sydney Sweeney, Isabela Merced, Emma Roberts, Celeste O’Connor, Tahar Rahim, Mike Epps and Adam Scott, as previously announced.
Madame Web is the next entry and first female character to be developed within the Sony Pictures Universe Universe of Marvel characters. Depicted in the comics as an elderly woman suffering from the autoimmune disorder myasthenia gravis, who is therefore connected to a life-support system resembling a spider web, Madame Web is a clairvoyant whose psychic abilities allow her to see within the spider world. The film will be an origin story of the character. Details as to the role Mamet is playing haven’t been disclosed.
Madame Web is the next entry and first female character to be developed within the Sony Pictures Universe Universe of Marvel characters. Depicted in the comics as an elderly woman suffering from the autoimmune disorder myasthenia gravis, who is therefore connected to a life-support system resembling a spider web, Madame Web is a clairvoyant whose psychic abilities allow her to see within the spider world. The film will be an origin story of the character. Details as to the role Mamet is playing haven’t been disclosed.
- 8/3/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Mike Epps (The Upshaws) is the latest addition to the cast of S.J. Clarkson’s Sony film Madame Web, based on the Marvel comics by writer Denny O’Neil and artist John Romita Jr. He joins an ensemble led by Dakota Johnson, which also includes Sydney Sweeney, Isabela Merced, Emma Roberts, Celeste O’Connor and Tahar Rahim, as previously announced.
Madame Web is the next entry and first female character to be developed within the Sony Pictures Universe Universe of Marvel characters. Depicted in the comics as an elderly woman suffering from the autoimmune disorder myasthenia gravis, who is therefore connected to a life-support system resembling a spider web, Madame Web is a clairvoyant whose psychic abilities allow her to see within the spider world. The film will be an origin story of the character. Details as to the role Epps is playing haven’t been disclosed.
Matt Sazama and Burk Sharpless wrote the film,...
Madame Web is the next entry and first female character to be developed within the Sony Pictures Universe Universe of Marvel characters. Depicted in the comics as an elderly woman suffering from the autoimmune disorder myasthenia gravis, who is therefore connected to a life-support system resembling a spider web, Madame Web is a clairvoyant whose psychic abilities allow her to see within the spider world. The film will be an origin story of the character. Details as to the role Epps is playing haven’t been disclosed.
Matt Sazama and Burk Sharpless wrote the film,...
- 7/8/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Written by Various | Art by Various | Published by DC Comics
DC character 80th anniversaries are the gift that keep on giving for everyone. For fans like me, these Specials have been fantastic. For creators, a chance to do a stand-alone tale from a specific era, or for a creator with a long history with that character a chance to go home again. Obviously for DC, those balance sheets should look decent too. Green Lantern’s 80th is slightly different, in that there have been many Green Lantern’s down the years. The most famous, Hal Jordan, didn’t appear until the dawn of the Silver Age in the 1950’s, so DC are cheating a little here, as it’s really the 80th anniversary of the original Green Lantern himself, Alan Scott. My favourite Justice Society of America member, as it happens, but probably not a guy to carry a 100 page book by himself.
DC character 80th anniversaries are the gift that keep on giving for everyone. For fans like me, these Specials have been fantastic. For creators, a chance to do a stand-alone tale from a specific era, or for a creator with a long history with that character a chance to go home again. Obviously for DC, those balance sheets should look decent too. Green Lantern’s 80th is slightly different, in that there have been many Green Lantern’s down the years. The most famous, Hal Jordan, didn’t appear until the dawn of the Silver Age in the 1950’s, so DC are cheating a little here, as it’s really the 80th anniversary of the original Green Lantern himself, Alan Scott. My favourite Justice Society of America member, as it happens, but probably not a guy to carry a 100 page book by himself.
- 6/26/2020
- by Dean Fuller
- Nerdly
Joel Schumacher, director of films like “St. Elmo’s Fire,” “The Client” and “A Time to Kill” has died from a year-long battle with cancer, his spokesperson told TheWrap. He was 80 years old.
His films “Falling Down” (1993) and “8mm” (1999) competed for Palme d’Or and Golden Bear, respectively. His other credits include “Flatliners,” “The Lost Boys,” “Tigerland,” “Batman Forever” and “Batman & Robin.”
Schumacher developed a reputation for spotting young talent, casting stars like Colin Farrell, Kiefer Sutherland, Matthew McConaughey and Brad Renfro in their first major screen roles.
Also Read: Iconic 'Batman' Writer Denny O'Neil Dies at 81
More to come…
Read original story Joel Schumacher, Director of ‘St Elmo’s Fire’ and ‘The Lost Boys,’ Dies at 80 At TheWrap...
His films “Falling Down” (1993) and “8mm” (1999) competed for Palme d’Or and Golden Bear, respectively. His other credits include “Flatliners,” “The Lost Boys,” “Tigerland,” “Batman Forever” and “Batman & Robin.”
Schumacher developed a reputation for spotting young talent, casting stars like Colin Farrell, Kiefer Sutherland, Matthew McConaughey and Brad Renfro in their first major screen roles.
Also Read: Iconic 'Batman' Writer Denny O'Neil Dies at 81
More to come…
Read original story Joel Schumacher, Director of ‘St Elmo’s Fire’ and ‘The Lost Boys,’ Dies at 80 At TheWrap...
- 6/22/2020
- by Beatrice Verhoeven
- The Wrap
Written by Various | Art by Various | Published by DC Comics
I think it’s a pretty good indicator of how much The Joker has entered into popular culture that he now merits his own Anniversary Special. He’s been pretty popular since the days of the Batman TV show back in the 1960’s of course, though Cesar Romero’s Joker bears little resemblance to today’s. The Joker has gone from being a clownish villain, a villain who uses humour as his calling card, to more often than not a representation of pure anarchy in human form, fighting back against the law and order of society, personified in Batman. I’ve read articles before where we are told to see The Joker as the hero, embracing freedom of thought and action, and Batman has an instrument of control and repression. I doubt Bob Kane and Bill Finger had all that...
I think it’s a pretty good indicator of how much The Joker has entered into popular culture that he now merits his own Anniversary Special. He’s been pretty popular since the days of the Batman TV show back in the 1960’s of course, though Cesar Romero’s Joker bears little resemblance to today’s. The Joker has gone from being a clownish villain, a villain who uses humour as his calling card, to more often than not a representation of pure anarchy in human form, fighting back against the law and order of society, personified in Batman. I’ve read articles before where we are told to see The Joker as the hero, embracing freedom of thought and action, and Batman has an instrument of control and repression. I doubt Bob Kane and Bill Finger had all that...
- 6/17/2020
- by Dean Fuller
- Nerdly
Warner Bros. is launching its own Comic-Con alternative this summer with DC Fandome, a free virtual fan experience drawing on the company’s library of DC Comics titles, the company announced Tuesday.
The event will begin on August 22 at 10 a.m. Pt, and will be accessible around the world for 24 hours at DCFanDome.com.
The event will immerse fans in the DC Multiverse, with new content reveals and announcements from WB Games, Film, TV and comics, as well as panels and presentations by the casts and creators behind DC-based feature films and TV series, including: “”Wonder Woman: 1984,” “Aquaman,” “The Batman,” “Batwoman,” “Black Adam,” “Black Lightning,” “DC Super Hero Girls,” “DC’s Legends of Tomorrow,” DC’s “Stargirl,” “Doom Patrol,” “The Flash,” “Harley Quinn,” “Lucifer,” “Pennyworth,” “Shazam!, the SnyderCut of “Justice League,” “Suicide Squad,” “Supergirl,” “Superman & Lois,” “Teen Titans Go!,” “Titans,” “Watchmen,” “Young Justice: Outsiders.”
All of this content will be virtually housed in six different,...
The event will begin on August 22 at 10 a.m. Pt, and will be accessible around the world for 24 hours at DCFanDome.com.
The event will immerse fans in the DC Multiverse, with new content reveals and announcements from WB Games, Film, TV and comics, as well as panels and presentations by the casts and creators behind DC-based feature films and TV series, including: “”Wonder Woman: 1984,” “Aquaman,” “The Batman,” “Batwoman,” “Black Adam,” “Black Lightning,” “DC Super Hero Girls,” “DC’s Legends of Tomorrow,” DC’s “Stargirl,” “Doom Patrol,” “The Flash,” “Harley Quinn,” “Lucifer,” “Pennyworth,” “Shazam!, the SnyderCut of “Justice League,” “Suicide Squad,” “Supergirl,” “Superman & Lois,” “Teen Titans Go!,” “Titans,” “Watchmen,” “Young Justice: Outsiders.”
All of this content will be virtually housed in six different,...
- 6/16/2020
- by Umberto Gonzalez
- The Wrap
At the end of last week we lost another of industry legend. Denny O’Neil passed away on June 11th of natural causes. He leaves behind in comics quite the legacy. Denny had a three decade spanning career that took in writing and editor duties at both DC and Marvel, as well as making stops at Charlton Comics and finding time to write novels.
If you have read a DC or Marvel comic from the 60’s to the 90’s there is a strong chance you have read a Denny O’Neil comic. His career began in 1966, after the suggestion by his friend Roy Thomas, that he take the writers test for Marvel. The test involved adding dialogue to a four page Fantastic Four comic and Stan Lee liked his submission and gave him some work. Two of his earliest assignments at Marvel were Strange Tales and Rawhide Kid. He made the...
If you have read a DC or Marvel comic from the 60’s to the 90’s there is a strong chance you have read a Denny O’Neil comic. His career began in 1966, after the suggestion by his friend Roy Thomas, that he take the writers test for Marvel. The test involved adding dialogue to a four page Fantastic Four comic and Stan Lee liked his submission and gave him some work. Two of his earliest assignments at Marvel were Strange Tales and Rawhide Kid. He made the...
- 6/16/2020
- by Ian Wells
- Nerdly
Dennis “Denny” O’Neil, best known for writing and editing Batman comic books, died on June 11 of natural causes. He was 81.
O’Neil wrote “Batman,” “Detective Comics” and “Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight” in addition to serving as an editor for DC’s Batman-related comic books from 1986 until 2000. Along with editor Julius Schwartz and artist Neal Adams, O’Neil helped to bring Batman back to his original, more ominous persona after the 1960s “Batman” TV series had a campier take on the superhero.
DC Comics publisher Jim Lee remembered him on Twitter as his “favorite Green Lantern writer to date.” Lee continued, “Denny was one of the earliest writers whose work and focus on social issues pushed comics to wider respectability & acceptance as an artform. Through his work & mentorship, he influenced generations of writers & artists.”
O’Neil was born on May 3, 1939 in St. Louis, Mo. and graduated from St.
O’Neil wrote “Batman,” “Detective Comics” and “Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight” in addition to serving as an editor for DC’s Batman-related comic books from 1986 until 2000. Along with editor Julius Schwartz and artist Neal Adams, O’Neil helped to bring Batman back to his original, more ominous persona after the 1960s “Batman” TV series had a campier take on the superhero.
DC Comics publisher Jim Lee remembered him on Twitter as his “favorite Green Lantern writer to date.” Lee continued, “Denny was one of the earliest writers whose work and focus on social issues pushed comics to wider respectability & acceptance as an artform. Through his work & mentorship, he influenced generations of writers & artists.”
O’Neil was born on May 3, 1939 in St. Louis, Mo. and graduated from St.
- 6/12/2020
- by Ellise Shafer
- Variety Film + TV
Dennis Joseph “Denny” O’Neil, the writer and editor who redefined the Batman, the Joker, Green Arrow, the Shadow, and the Question for the modern era; created or co-created R’as al Ghul, OPtimus Prime, Azrael, Leslie Tompkins, Madame Web, Richard Dragon, and Lady Shiva; and was a beloved contributor to ComicMix, has passed away at the age of 81.
He started his career in comics almost by accident, when Roy Thomas suggested that O’Neil take the Marvel writer’s test, which involved adding dialogue to a wordless four-page excerpt of a Fantastic Four comic. O’Neil’s entry resulted in Lee offering O’Neil a job. O’Neil had never considered writing for comics, and later said he’d done the test “kind of as a joke. I had a couple of hours on a Tuesday afternoon, so instead of doing crossword puzzles, I did the writer’s test.
He started his career in comics almost by accident, when Roy Thomas suggested that O’Neil take the Marvel writer’s test, which involved adding dialogue to a wordless four-page excerpt of a Fantastic Four comic. O’Neil’s entry resulted in Lee offering O’Neil a job. O’Neil had never considered writing for comics, and later said he’d done the test “kind of as a joke. I had a couple of hours on a Tuesday afternoon, so instead of doing crossword puzzles, I did the writer’s test.
- 6/12/2020
- by Glenn Hauman
- Comicmix.com
Iconic “Batman” comic book writer and editor Denny O’Neil has passed away at 81. O’Neil died of natural causes on the night of June 11.
“Rip Denny O’ Neil–one of visionary architects of DC Comics who helped revive Batman in the 1970’s and remains my favorite Green Lantern writer to date,” said Jim Lee, DC Comics Publisher and Chief Creative Officer in a statement on Twitter.
Rip Denny O’ Neil—one of visionary architects of DC Comics who helped revive Batman in the 1970’s and remains my favorite Green Lantern writer to date. Through his editing and writing, Denny was one of the earliest writers whose work and focus on social issues pushed comics 1/ pic.twitter.com/5zqmD4Wz7T
— Jim Lee (@JimLee) June 12, 2020
O’Neil is best known for his work on Batman, as well as editing DC’s Batman titles from 1986-2000. Along with legendary comic book...
“Rip Denny O’ Neil–one of visionary architects of DC Comics who helped revive Batman in the 1970’s and remains my favorite Green Lantern writer to date,” said Jim Lee, DC Comics Publisher and Chief Creative Officer in a statement on Twitter.
Rip Denny O’ Neil—one of visionary architects of DC Comics who helped revive Batman in the 1970’s and remains my favorite Green Lantern writer to date. Through his editing and writing, Denny was one of the earliest writers whose work and focus on social issues pushed comics 1/ pic.twitter.com/5zqmD4Wz7T
— Jim Lee (@JimLee) June 12, 2020
O’Neil is best known for his work on Batman, as well as editing DC’s Batman titles from 1986-2000. Along with legendary comic book...
- 6/12/2020
- by Umberto Gonzalez
- The Wrap
This morning, Warner Bros. announced a new blu-ray version of the animated Justice League movie originally release back in 2008; complete with a collectible steelbook version and a new featurette. Come inside for all the details!
If you missed out on Justice League: The New Frontier back when it released in 2008, or simply want a chance to revisit the great animated adventure, you'll get your chance early in October. WB is bringing a swanky new commemorative edition of the movie to blu-ray on October 3rd. While the basics remain the same, they are including a brand new featurette about the iconic storyline's creator.
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment returns to the roots of DC’s greatest Super Heroes – and their unifying moment – with the celebratory release of Justice League: The New Frontier – Commemorative Edition on Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, Blu-ray™ Steelbook, and DVD on October 3, 2017.
For the new Commemorative Edition of the popular 2008 PG-13 animated film,...
If you missed out on Justice League: The New Frontier back when it released in 2008, or simply want a chance to revisit the great animated adventure, you'll get your chance early in October. WB is bringing a swanky new commemorative edition of the movie to blu-ray on October 3rd. While the basics remain the same, they are including a brand new featurette about the iconic storyline's creator.
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment returns to the roots of DC’s greatest Super Heroes – and their unifying moment – with the celebratory release of Justice League: The New Frontier – Commemorative Edition on Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, Blu-ray™ Steelbook, and DVD on October 3, 2017.
For the new Commemorative Edition of the popular 2008 PG-13 animated film,...
- 8/11/2017
- by feeds@cinelinx.com (Jordan Maison)
- Cinelinx
At the end of the ’80s, Batman fans killed Robin. Jason Todd, who replaced the now-grown-up Dick Grayson and became the second Robin, received an ireful response from readers, who abhorred Todd's ersatz aesthetics and personality. Dennis O'Neil came up with the idea of allowing readers to influence the character's fate, and a 900-number was set-up. Readers phoned in and voted on whether Todd should live or die. Ultimately, they voted thumbs down by a slim margin of less than 100 votes. Written by Jim Starlin and drawn by the great Jim Aparo (with an iconic cover by Mike Mignola), the arc "A Death in the Family" remains one of the most famous plotlines in Batman's vast mythos, as the death of Jason Todd haunted Bruce Wayne profoundly. You can read about the story of how fans came to kill Jason Todd in a new online comic by Tony Wolf...
- 9/26/2015
- by Greg Cwik
- Vulture
So on Monday, I watched the Gotham series premiere with about 8 million of my friends. I started writing a column about the show and what it says (accidentally and/or purposefully) about the role of Batman in pop culture right now. But working on that column got me thinking more generally about Batman: A character who has been around for 75 years, a figure in my cultural consciousness since before my memory begins. The next thing I knew, I was making a list of my favorite Batman things–the movies, the TV shows, the vividly recalled comic book story arcs and standalone issues,...
- 9/29/2014
- by Darren Franich
- EW.com - PopWatch
"The "Bat-Man", a mysterious and adventurous figure, fighting for righteousness and apprehending the wrong doer, in his lone battle against the evil forces of society... His identity remains unknown."
Those exciting words started off a story in Detective Comics Issue number 27 in May of 1939, and the world was introduced to one of the most well-known and most recognized superheroes - The Bat-Man, as he was first called. National Comics (now DC Comics) was enjoying comic sales due to Joe Shuster and Jerry Siegel's latest creation, Superman, and they were in the market for another caped crusader. Created by Bob Kane, he was little more than crude sketches until Bill Finger gave some suggestions that would make him iconic: The bat cowl, the color of the costume (Kane originally planned on having Batman wear a red union suit with black trunks and cape), and putting gloves on the hero.
The...
Those exciting words started off a story in Detective Comics Issue number 27 in May of 1939, and the world was introduced to one of the most well-known and most recognized superheroes - The Bat-Man, as he was first called. National Comics (now DC Comics) was enjoying comic sales due to Joe Shuster and Jerry Siegel's latest creation, Superman, and they were in the market for another caped crusader. Created by Bob Kane, he was little more than crude sketches until Bill Finger gave some suggestions that would make him iconic: The bat cowl, the color of the costume (Kane originally planned on having Batman wear a red union suit with black trunks and cape), and putting gloves on the hero.
The...
- 5/30/2014
- Shadowlocked
A Kickstarter has been launched for a documentary about Batman co-creator Bill Finger.
The Cape Creator marks the 100th anniversary of the uncredited co-creator of the legendary superhero.
The Comic Arts Council, LLC project also marks the 75th anniversary of the Caped Crusader and the 25th anniversary of Tim Burton's Batman.
Athena Finger - granddaughter of the creator - and her son Benjamin are involved in the film, as is long-time Batman writer Denny O'Neil, film producer Michael Uslan and "several big surprises".
Finger devised many of the ideas that made co-creator Bob Kane's Batman a success - and went on to write the character throughout the '40s and '50s - but was never credited in his lifetime.
He was also the co-creator of Green Lantern and Wildcat.
The Cape Creator: A Tribute to Bat-Maker Bill Finger has currently raised $1,049 (£642) of its $12,016 (£7,355) goal. The crowdfunding campaign...
The Cape Creator marks the 100th anniversary of the uncredited co-creator of the legendary superhero.
The Comic Arts Council, LLC project also marks the 75th anniversary of the Caped Crusader and the 25th anniversary of Tim Burton's Batman.
Athena Finger - granddaughter of the creator - and her son Benjamin are involved in the film, as is long-time Batman writer Denny O'Neil, film producer Michael Uslan and "several big surprises".
Finger devised many of the ideas that made co-creator Bob Kane's Batman a success - and went on to write the character throughout the '40s and '50s - but was never credited in his lifetime.
He was also the co-creator of Green Lantern and Wildcat.
The Cape Creator: A Tribute to Bat-Maker Bill Finger has currently raised $1,049 (£642) of its $12,016 (£7,355) goal. The crowdfunding campaign...
- 2/7/2014
- Digital Spy
In 1975, the Joker became the first Batman villain to be awarded his very own title. Throughout each issue, the Clown Prince of Crime went up against a super hero or another megalomaniacal criminal before his corrupt plans were foiled and he was sent back to prison or left for dead. DC Comics has done fans the great service of finally releasing the nine issue series that ran from 1975 to 1976 in one collection.
The Joker: The Clown Prince of Crime features the insane jester going up against or working with several of his partners-in-crime. There are appearances by Lex Luthor, the Scarecrow, Catwoman, Two-Face, the Creeper, and the Royal Flush Gang. The only super hero that shows up is Green Arrow. I have to commend the writers and editors of the book for never bringing Batman into the stories. It shows that they wanted the Joker to rest on his own laurels,...
The Joker: The Clown Prince of Crime features the insane jester going up against or working with several of his partners-in-crime. There are appearances by Lex Luthor, the Scarecrow, Catwoman, Two-Face, the Creeper, and the Royal Flush Gang. The only super hero that shows up is Green Arrow. I have to commend the writers and editors of the book for never bringing Batman into the stories. It shows that they wanted the Joker to rest on his own laurels,...
- 2/5/2014
- by feeds@cinelinx.com (Eric Shirey)
- Cinelinx
Update: The Legends of the Knight documentary will be released in February 2014.
The film will embark on a theatrical tour of the Us, with proceeds from screenings donated to a local charity.
Blu-rays and DVDs are available to pre-order and will also be released in February.
Original article: Batman documentary Legends of the Knight has released a trailer.
Brett Culp's Kickstarter-funded project looks at the social and personal impact of DC Comics' legendary superhero.
The film features Dark Knight producer Michael Uslan, veteran writer and editor Denny O'Neil and Gotham Chopra, author of Seven Spiritual Laws of Superheroes and son of Deepak Chopra.
"Legends of the Knight is a feature-length, not-for-profit documentary film about the power of storytelling to create positive change in our lives and in the world around us," reads the Kickstarter campaign.
"And we are expressing this through the lens of one of the most...
The film will embark on a theatrical tour of the Us, with proceeds from screenings donated to a local charity.
Blu-rays and DVDs are available to pre-order and will also be released in February.
Original article: Batman documentary Legends of the Knight has released a trailer.
Brett Culp's Kickstarter-funded project looks at the social and personal impact of DC Comics' legendary superhero.
The film features Dark Knight producer Michael Uslan, veteran writer and editor Denny O'Neil and Gotham Chopra, author of Seven Spiritual Laws of Superheroes and son of Deepak Chopra.
"Legends of the Knight is a feature-length, not-for-profit documentary film about the power of storytelling to create positive change in our lives and in the world around us," reads the Kickstarter campaign.
"And we are expressing this through the lens of one of the most...
- 1/19/2014
- Digital Spy
(Cbr) With the freshly launched second season of The CW's "Arrow" -- based on DC Comics' Green Arrow -- producers have been looking to up the stakes with more characters familiar to comic book readers. Last night, the show introduced a rogue who's more than a simple villain, played by a man who's done more than his share of comic book-inspired filmmaking. In the all-new episode "Identity," Michael Jai White becomes Ben "The Bronze Tiger" Turner. Created by Denny O'Neil, Jim Berry and Leo Duranona, the kung-fu trained mercenary is known in the comics as a bad guy who hews closer...
- 10/17/2013
- by Kiel Phegley, Comic Book Resources
- Hitfix
It's Villains Month for DC Comics and they've taken over every title from Detective Comics to Aquaman and beyond! What better way to celebrate than to release a graphic novel featuring all the origins of the most infamous criminals to go up against Batman, Superman, The Flash, Shazam, and all our other favorite super heroes. Necessary Evil: Super-Villains of DC Comics serves as a companion to the full-length documentary DVD of the same name.
Necessary Evil: Super-Villains of DC Comics is comprised of 26 origin tales and stories featuring Bane, Ra's al Ghul, Zod, Sinestro, Black Adam, Lex Luthor, Reverse-Flash, Catwoman, Poison Ivy, Harley Quinn, Black Manta, and many more. Each of them highlights a major event in the DC Universe and gives a breakdown of the villain's essential storylines and powers and weapons. If memory serves me well, these two-page introductions to each criminal were featured on DC's website at one point.
Necessary Evil: Super-Villains of DC Comics is comprised of 26 origin tales and stories featuring Bane, Ra's al Ghul, Zod, Sinestro, Black Adam, Lex Luthor, Reverse-Flash, Catwoman, Poison Ivy, Harley Quinn, Black Manta, and many more. Each of them highlights a major event in the DC Universe and gives a breakdown of the villain's essential storylines and powers and weapons. If memory serves me well, these two-page introductions to each criminal were featured on DC's website at one point.
- 9/26/2013
- by feeds@cinelinx.com (Eric Shirey)
- Cinelinx
by Brett White
With all of the recent casting news, it's clear that "Arrow's" second season has already kicked into high gear—and the season premiere is still weeks away! In a new interview with TV Guide, executive producer Marc Guggenheim opened up about a new recurring threat to Arrow's Starling City: Michael Jai White's Bronze Tiger.
"He's basically the best of the best, so he has come to Starling City to see if the Hood can give him a challenge," said Guggenheim. The contest of champions is set to take place in the season's second episode, which is set to air on October 16th. But Bronze Tiger won't exactly be playing it solo when he debuts, Guggenheim explains. "To that end, he has aligned himself with China White [played by Kelly Hu] and the Chinese Triad."
Guggenheim had nothing but praise for the new recurring character, who can be seen...
With all of the recent casting news, it's clear that "Arrow's" second season has already kicked into high gear—and the season premiere is still weeks away! In a new interview with TV Guide, executive producer Marc Guggenheim opened up about a new recurring threat to Arrow's Starling City: Michael Jai White's Bronze Tiger.
"He's basically the best of the best, so he has come to Starling City to see if the Hood can give him a challenge," said Guggenheim. The contest of champions is set to take place in the season's second episode, which is set to air on October 16th. But Bronze Tiger won't exactly be playing it solo when he debuts, Guggenheim explains. "To that end, he has aligned himself with China White [played by Kelly Hu] and the Chinese Triad."
Guggenheim had nothing but praise for the new recurring character, who can be seen...
- 9/17/2013
- by Splash Page Team
- MTV Splash Page
Batman's ability to uplift and inspire may not be part of his flashy utility belt, but it remains one of his more fascinating powers, according to "Legends of the Knight" producer-director Brett Culp. Financed independently by two crowd-funding campaigns, .Legends of the Knight. is an upcoming documentary exploring the power of storytelling and how it impacts real lives, using Gotham City's Dark Knight as a lens. Culp kicked off production in April of 2012 and conducted 64 interviews in 15 cities across the United States. The 75-minute documentary features 13 stories, including conversations with such Dark Knight authorities as Michael Uslan, executive producer of every Batman film since 1989, and Batman writer-editor Denny O'Neil. Culp built his filmmaking career telling documentary-style ...
- 9/11/2013
- GeekNation.com
It's easy sometimes to forget what a long legacy of great artists DC Comics has worked with over the years. Thankfully, they shine the spotlight on many of these individuals through the release of graphic novel collections featuring their work. They've recently published volumes concentrating on masterminds such as Alan Moore, Neal Adams, Jack Kirby, and Archie Goodwin.
Alan Moore is best known as the co-creator and writer of Watchmen. However, his artistic reach exceeds far beyond that. DC Universe by Alan Moore shows off the scribe's genius through stories featuring Swamp Thing, Superman, Batman, Robin, Green Lantern, Green Arrow, and others. It also gives time to lesser-known characters such as the Phantom Stranger, the Vigilante, Voodoo, Deathblow, and the Omega Men to name a few. The art for the different stories is provided by greats like Jim Aparo, Jim Baikie, Brian Bolland, Paris Cullins, George Freeman, Dave Gibbons, Klaus Janson,...
Alan Moore is best known as the co-creator and writer of Watchmen. However, his artistic reach exceeds far beyond that. DC Universe by Alan Moore shows off the scribe's genius through stories featuring Swamp Thing, Superman, Batman, Robin, Green Lantern, Green Arrow, and others. It also gives time to lesser-known characters such as the Phantom Stranger, the Vigilante, Voodoo, Deathblow, and the Omega Men to name a few. The art for the different stories is provided by greats like Jim Aparo, Jim Baikie, Brian Bolland, Paris Cullins, George Freeman, Dave Gibbons, Klaus Janson,...
- 9/4/2013
- by feeds@cinelinx.com (Eric Shirey)
- Cinelinx
Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott's reality series Tori & Dean's sTORIbook Weddings isn't getting a storybook ending: The production companies behind the show have been sued.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Denny O'Neil Jr., Jake P. Hall and Charles W. Malcolm have filed a lawsuit with the Los Angeles Superior Court against Oxygen Media, Bunim-Murray Productions, World of Wonder Productions, and Spelling and McDermott's production company, Life in a Bowl Productions. The trio is seeking $60 million for what they believe was a breach of contract and stolen idea, among other things.
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According to The Hollywood Reporter, Denny O'Neil Jr., Jake P. Hall and Charles W. Malcolm have filed a lawsuit with the Los Angeles Superior Court against Oxygen Media, Bunim-Murray Productions, World of Wonder Productions, and Spelling and McDermott's production company, Life in a Bowl Productions. The trio is seeking $60 million for what they believe was a breach of contract and stolen idea, among other things.
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- 6/4/2013
- by Robyn Ross
- TVGuide - Breaking News
It's amazing the things you discover reflecting on the works of one artist during a specific period of time in the publishing history of a comic book. Growing up, I read Batman comics from all eras of the Dark Knight's long career. I remember checking out this monstrous hardcover book from my elementary school library that featured reprints of Batman comics from the 1930s all the way through the 1970s.
One of the comic book covers that stood out in my young mind at the time and stayed with me as one of my favorites was by an artist I now in my old age have come to respect and hold dear to my heart named Neal Adams. My eight-year-old self would have never guessed that at age 40 I would be reading Batman Illustrated by Neal Adams Volume 2 and see that cover again.
The cover was for Batman Issue #227 from...
One of the comic book covers that stood out in my young mind at the time and stayed with me as one of my favorites was by an artist I now in my old age have come to respect and hold dear to my heart named Neal Adams. My eight-year-old self would have never guessed that at age 40 I would be reading Batman Illustrated by Neal Adams Volume 2 and see that cover again.
The cover was for Batman Issue #227 from...
- 5/15/2013
- by feeds@cinelinx.com (Eric Shirey)
- Cinelinx
by Brett White
In a recent interview with TV Guide, "Arrow" producer Marc Guggenheim revealed that Green Lantern could possibly appear on the CW series. While there's no official team-up in the works right now, a bit of the Green Lantern mythos will pop up on "Arrow" in the final episodes of the show's first season. Apparently Ferris Air, the company that Hal Jordan was a test pilot for, will be popping up on the show.
"If all goes according to plan, when you see the Ferris Air logo later in the season, it will be the same logo that we established in the ['Green Lantern'] movie. I like tips of the hat."
Guggenheim did clearly state, however, that "Arrow" and 2011's "Green Lantern" do not share a universe. Still, he's not closed to the idea of bringing in Ryan Reynolds for a cameo if they can make Hal Jordan work within the series' more grounded tone.
In a recent interview with TV Guide, "Arrow" producer Marc Guggenheim revealed that Green Lantern could possibly appear on the CW series. While there's no official team-up in the works right now, a bit of the Green Lantern mythos will pop up on "Arrow" in the final episodes of the show's first season. Apparently Ferris Air, the company that Hal Jordan was a test pilot for, will be popping up on the show.
"If all goes according to plan, when you see the Ferris Air logo later in the season, it will be the same logo that we established in the ['Green Lantern'] movie. I like tips of the hat."
Guggenheim did clearly state, however, that "Arrow" and 2011's "Green Lantern" do not share a universe. Still, he's not closed to the idea of bringing in Ryan Reynolds for a cameo if they can make Hal Jordan work within the series' more grounded tone.
- 5/8/2013
- by Splash Page Team
- MTV Splash Page
by Brett White
Wednesday is new comic book day, which also means it's new potential-movie-source-material day. Here are all of the comics and collections out today starring the comic book characters from the movies and television shows of today, tomorrow and yesterday.
Of particular note this week: hop on board "Journey Into Mystery" with issue #651 as it starts a new storyline full of Asgardian hijinks; catch up on the X-Men/Avengers mash-up team with the first collection of "Uncanny Avengers"; and get pumped for "Man of Steel" with any of this week's new Superman releases.
2013 Movies
("Iron Man 3" "Man of Steel" "The Wolverine" "Kick-Ass 2" "Thor: The Dark World")
» Journey Into Mystery #651
Story by Kathryn Immonen, art by Pepe Larraz, colors by Jordie Bellaire
» Marvel Masterworks: The Mighty Thor, Vol 04 paperback
Collecting: Journey Into Mystery (1952) 121-125, Thor 126-130, Not Brand Echh 3
» Superman #19 (pictured above)
Story by Scott Lobdell, art...
Wednesday is new comic book day, which also means it's new potential-movie-source-material day. Here are all of the comics and collections out today starring the comic book characters from the movies and television shows of today, tomorrow and yesterday.
Of particular note this week: hop on board "Journey Into Mystery" with issue #651 as it starts a new storyline full of Asgardian hijinks; catch up on the X-Men/Avengers mash-up team with the first collection of "Uncanny Avengers"; and get pumped for "Man of Steel" with any of this week's new Superman releases.
2013 Movies
("Iron Man 3" "Man of Steel" "The Wolverine" "Kick-Ass 2" "Thor: The Dark World")
» Journey Into Mystery #651
Story by Kathryn Immonen, art by Pepe Larraz, colors by Jordie Bellaire
» Marvel Masterworks: The Mighty Thor, Vol 04 paperback
Collecting: Journey Into Mystery (1952) 121-125, Thor 126-130, Not Brand Echh 3
» Superman #19 (pictured above)
Story by Scott Lobdell, art...
- 4/24/2013
- by Splash Page Team
- MTV Splash Page
A trailer for upcoming Batman documentary Legends of the Knight has been released.
The film, which explores the inspirational impact of Batman and the power of heroic storytelling, has been made by collecting tales from fans around the world whose lives have been significantly impacted by the Dark Knight.
The not-for-profit movie is being produced and directed by lifelong Batman fan Brett Culp, who introduces the clip by saying the goal is "to inspire everyone on the planet who loves Batman to embody his spirit, to engage with the world and to make a difference".
Culp and his team have filmed 48 interviews in 12 cities for the movie.
Continuing, Culp also asks for help from fellow Batman fans to finish the film, which is due for release in summer 2013.
He says: "If you've ever dreamed of being Batman, if you know in your heart that you are Batman, please visit our...
The film, which explores the inspirational impact of Batman and the power of heroic storytelling, has been made by collecting tales from fans around the world whose lives have been significantly impacted by the Dark Knight.
The not-for-profit movie is being produced and directed by lifelong Batman fan Brett Culp, who introduces the clip by saying the goal is "to inspire everyone on the planet who loves Batman to embody his spirit, to engage with the world and to make a difference".
Culp and his team have filmed 48 interviews in 12 cities for the movie.
Continuing, Culp also asks for help from fellow Batman fans to finish the film, which is due for release in summer 2013.
He says: "If you've ever dreamed of being Batman, if you know in your heart that you are Batman, please visit our...
- 2/21/2013
- Digital Spy
The Dark Knight Rises is hitting Blu-ray and DVD on December 4 and interest in the Caped Crusader is at an all-time high. Many people are wondering where they can get more background on DC Comics' most famous super hero. Thankfully, there's a few graphic novels out that can satisfy anyone's appetites for more Batman.
It's only right to shine the spotlight on the comic book story arc that influenced Christopher Nolan to bring the saga of Bane to the big-screen. His muscle-bound presence in the Batman universe fills several graphic novels and is not easily summed up in even a two and a half hour plus movie. There's also guest appearances by many of the members of the extended Bat-Family.
If you haven't caught up on the third volume of Batman: KnightFall, you need to before watching Christopher Nolan's vision of Bane and the Caped Crusader's conflict.
It's only right to shine the spotlight on the comic book story arc that influenced Christopher Nolan to bring the saga of Bane to the big-screen. His muscle-bound presence in the Batman universe fills several graphic novels and is not easily summed up in even a two and a half hour plus movie. There's also guest appearances by many of the members of the extended Bat-Family.
If you haven't caught up on the third volume of Batman: KnightFall, you need to before watching Christopher Nolan's vision of Bane and the Caped Crusader's conflict.
- 10/24/2012
- by feeds@themoviepool.com (Eric Shirey)
- Cinelinx
The CW's "Arrow" is one of the most buzzed-about new series premiering this fall, and not just because the network is hoping it will help them recapture some of the comic-loving audience it lost with the end of "Smallville." Though people may scoff at the network for its soapier fare, like "Gossip Girl" and "90210," The CW has been steadily building a respectable stable of smart, action-packed fare, including "Supernatural" and "Nikita," with nary a stolen boyfriend or prom dress in sight.
"Arrow" looks to continue this trend, taking one of DC Comics' lesser-known heroes, Green Arrow, and giving him the "Batman Begins" treatment. For the uninitiated, Green Arrow (a.k.a. Oliver "Ollie" Queen) was initially designed as a thinly-veiled Batman knock-off in the '40s, a billionaire playboy complete with his own Arrow Cave, Arrowmobile and teenage sidekick, Speedy (Roy Harper). Instead of a utility belt, he boasted trick arrows,...
"Arrow" looks to continue this trend, taking one of DC Comics' lesser-known heroes, Green Arrow, and giving him the "Batman Begins" treatment. For the uninitiated, Green Arrow (a.k.a. Oliver "Ollie" Queen) was initially designed as a thinly-veiled Batman knock-off in the '40s, a billionaire playboy complete with his own Arrow Cave, Arrowmobile and teenage sidekick, Speedy (Roy Harper). Instead of a utility belt, he boasted trick arrows,...
- 8/21/2012
- by The Huffington Post
- Huffington Post
"The Dark Knight Rises" is going to get an official novel, just don't expect it to spoil you before the movie comes out.
Titan Books announced via press release that they'll be releasing the book on July 20, the same day "The Dark Knight Rises" hits theaters. The novel will be written by Greg Cox, who is best known for writing official novelizations for comic book storylines like "Infinite Crisis" and "Countdown."
Even though "The Dark Knight Rises" is based on the "Batman" comics, there are plenty of reasons we're excited to get our hands on this book. Christopher Nolan is a director known for his subtlety, and we can't resist geeking out over every bit of detail about a project we can get.
Hopefully Cox will work closely with Nolan so he can make sure that all his additional insights into Batman, Bane and the rest of the characters align...
Titan Books announced via press release that they'll be releasing the book on July 20, the same day "The Dark Knight Rises" hits theaters. The novel will be written by Greg Cox, who is best known for writing official novelizations for comic book storylines like "Infinite Crisis" and "Countdown."
Even though "The Dark Knight Rises" is based on the "Batman" comics, there are plenty of reasons we're excited to get our hands on this book. Christopher Nolan is a director known for his subtlety, and we can't resist geeking out over every bit of detail about a project we can get.
Hopefully Cox will work closely with Nolan so he can make sure that all his additional insights into Batman, Bane and the rest of the characters align...
- 4/17/2012
- by Terri Schwartz
- MTV Splash Page
Comic Book History Who is Ra's Al Ghul? Ra's Al Ghul is a centuries-old international eco-terrorist. He is incredibly intelligent and agile, having had time to train his mind and body to their absolute peaks. Ra's Al Ghul was created by Dennis O'Neil and Neal Adams and first appeared in Batman #232 (June 1971). First Appearance Ra's Al Ghul is born over 600 years ago to a tribe of nomads; he is immortal due to discovering what he calls the Lazarus pit. A pool composed of a unique unknown chemical blend that bubbles up somewhere within the Earth's crust to the surface at key points on Earth. The substance possesses the ability to rejuvenate the sick and injured, and even resurrect the dead. With the help of the Lazarus Pit, Ra's spends the next several centuries journeying the world. He fought in several wars and became a very formidable warrior.
- 7/4/2011
- ComicBookMovie.com
1. It's about a singular voice Readers connect with comic books through original stories by writers and artists: For Green Lantern, it could be stories from the 1970s, by Denny O'Neil and Neal Adams or, more recently, by Geoff Johns. These people offer a vision and direction. The same rule applies to movies. When you watch Christopher Nolan's recent Batman movies, or even this summer's X-Men: First Class or Thor, you feel like there is a singular vision behind them. In contrast, critics pounced on the generic, paint-by-numbers feel of the Lantern movie, which played like dozens of people were in control. And they were. In addition to director Martin Campbell, producer Donald De Line and DC executive Johns, four separate screenwriters were credited, and insiders say that even Warners execs Jeff Robinov, Greg Silverman and Lynn Harris were heavily involved, especially in the editing stage. 3. Be like Marvel Part...
- 6/23/2011
- ComicBookMovie.com
If you're looking to find out more about the incoming Green Lantern movie, then why not dig out some of the important comic book stories? Here's our guide...
Earlier in the week, we took a look at the creation and general mythos of the Green Lantern universe. Now, we move on to my personal selection of some key early stories that any newly minted Green Lantern fan should check out.
The Silver Age
For those who aren't hardcore comic book geeks, Silver Age is a term that refers to the second flourishing of popularity in superhero comics dating from the late 1950s through to 1970.
Alongside the revived Flash, Green Lantern was a key player during this period as Hal Jordan not only starred in his own solo book, but was also a regular member of the Justice League Of America, the title that inadvertently spurred Marvel Comics into changing the comic book industry forever.
Earlier in the week, we took a look at the creation and general mythos of the Green Lantern universe. Now, we move on to my personal selection of some key early stories that any newly minted Green Lantern fan should check out.
The Silver Age
For those who aren't hardcore comic book geeks, Silver Age is a term that refers to the second flourishing of popularity in superhero comics dating from the late 1950s through to 1970.
Alongside the revived Flash, Green Lantern was a key player during this period as Hal Jordan not only starred in his own solo book, but was also a regular member of the Justice League Of America, the title that inadvertently spurred Marvel Comics into changing the comic book industry forever.
- 6/14/2011
- Den of Geek
The moviegoer hasn't seen a whole lot of Michael Keaton lately. A staple of 1980s cinema, thanks to his roles in Night Shift (1982) and three Tim Burton films: Beetlejuice (1988), Batman (1989), and Batman Returns (1992), Keaton's career slowly faded during the past 20 years with his main credits being voice work in Pixar movies (Cars, Toy Story 3) and his low-budget directorial debut The Merry Gentleman (2008), an understated and beautiful neo-noir. His career skyrocketed with a casting decision: normally a manic comedian, Keaton was cast as Batman. This scared the crap out of fans and, in one notable case, investors (the Wall Street Journal ran a front page story on Keaton's casting at the time and was extremely skeptical) as the camp of the 1960's television show left a huge stigma over Batman that Frank Miller and Alan Moore's work had only begun to rectify.
Last weekend, the American Cinematheque ran a Keaton...
Last weekend, the American Cinematheque ran a Keaton...
- 5/20/2011
- by Drew Morton
"Jerry Robinson: Ambassador of Comics", is a 224-page hard cover from quality art book publisher, Abrams ComicArts, with over 220 full-color illustrations, written by N. C. Christopher Couch, with an introduction by Pete Hamill and foreword by Dennis O'Neil.
The collection was written in collaboration with Robinson, a member (with Bob Kane) of the original 1940's "Batman" comics team.
Robinson created supervillain the 'Joker', and co-created sidekick 'Robin' ('The Boy Wonder').
During the Golden and Silver Ages of comics, Robinson worked on every comic book genre, bringing to life his own super heroes including 'London', 'Jet Scott' and 'Atoman'.
Robinson's artistry extends beyond comic books into editorial cartooning, syndicated newspaper strips, magazine/book illustrations, fine arts, academia and photography.
Jerry Robinson is currently a Creative Consultant @ DC Comics.
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The collection was written in collaboration with Robinson, a member (with Bob Kane) of the original 1940's "Batman" comics team.
Robinson created supervillain the 'Joker', and co-created sidekick 'Robin' ('The Boy Wonder').
During the Golden and Silver Ages of comics, Robinson worked on every comic book genre, bringing to life his own super heroes including 'London', 'Jet Scott' and 'Atoman'.
Robinson's artistry extends beyond comic books into editorial cartooning, syndicated newspaper strips, magazine/book illustrations, fine arts, academia and photography.
Jerry Robinson is currently a Creative Consultant @ DC Comics.
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- 1/5/2011
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
Collecting all the Twitter posts we did earlier today. If you're not following the ComicMix Twitter feed, tsk tsk tsk...
I have written before about the danger of distractions while writing. And Twitter can become a huge timesink.
But Twitter can also actually help improve your comic writing, if you use it properly and understand how and why.
Denny O'Neil had a rule: in a standard six-panel page, there should be no more than thirty-five words per panel.
Two hundred and ten words of dialogue and captions. You have to write tight with no room for error.
Twitter forces you to write dense snippets to carry the maximum impact. Poetry in brevity.
The math works; thirty-five three letter words with spaces is one hundred and forty characters. Convenient.
Yes, the most common word length is five letters. Err on caution's side. The discipline's good for you.
If you must, pretend...
I have written before about the danger of distractions while writing. And Twitter can become a huge timesink.
But Twitter can also actually help improve your comic writing, if you use it properly and understand how and why.
Denny O'Neil had a rule: in a standard six-panel page, there should be no more than thirty-five words per panel.
Two hundred and ten words of dialogue and captions. You have to write tight with no room for error.
Twitter forces you to write dense snippets to carry the maximum impact. Poetry in brevity.
The math works; thirty-five three letter words with spaces is one hundred and forty characters. Convenient.
Yes, the most common word length is five letters. Err on caution's side. The discipline's good for you.
If you must, pretend...
- 10/31/2010
- by Glenn Hauman
- Comicmix.com
Comic Book writers and artists are being invited to enter the Eagle Awards Initiative, which has now opened its website for submissions to its worldwide talent search.
With Stan Lee as its patron and a host of top creators on board as judges, the Initiative - an offshoot of the long-established Eagle Awards - is offering untried talent a chance to demonstrate their abilities before a global audience.
It is providing a unique platform from which the next generation of writers and artists can promote their storytelling ability in an increasingly competitive market.
Entrants can be a single writer/artist, a writer and artist, or a writer, penciller and inker team. They should submit a clearly told, self contained story of between 4 and 10 pages to the official website where full details can be found.
Entries will be assessed by a jury of comics readers, who will present a final dozen...
With Stan Lee as its patron and a host of top creators on board as judges, the Initiative - an offshoot of the long-established Eagle Awards - is offering untried talent a chance to demonstrate their abilities before a global audience.
It is providing a unique platform from which the next generation of writers and artists can promote their storytelling ability in an increasingly competitive market.
Entrants can be a single writer/artist, a writer and artist, or a writer, penciller and inker team. They should submit a clearly told, self contained story of between 4 and 10 pages to the official website where full details can be found.
Entries will be assessed by a jury of comics readers, who will present a final dozen...
- 10/23/2010
- by David Bentley
- The Geek Files
Hey Gang! Comic-Con International has unveiled the full schedule for Saturday July 24th! If you thought Thursday and Friday were insanely awesome and crazy, wait until you see what's planned for Saturday! There is a ton of great stuff going on that you're going to want to see! We've got all Marvel film panel with Thor, Captain America and The Avengers. There's also Green Lantern, Cowboys & Aliens, Sucker Punch, Harry Potter, Paul, and a ton of other great stuff! And if you aren't able to make it out to Comic-Con this year don't worry we got your back, and will be covering everything we possibly can. I've highlighted all the events we hope to cover. If you're going to comic-con we will be having a little meet up. The details for that will be revealed soon. Now check out the full schedule below and start planning out your Comic-Con geekdom.
- 7/10/2010
- by Venkman
- GeekTyrant
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