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Amazing Spider-Man and Avengers Trailer

2012-02-07T17:53:00.001-05:00

If you watched the Super Bowl you just may have caught the new trailer for the Avengers coming out this May. In the trailer we get a very good look at the Hulk and a quick glimpse of just who else The Avengers are fighting.

Sony opted out of the Super Bowl and released the new Trailer for The Amazing Spider-Man online. In it we see the new villain The Lizard causing havoc and a good look at how Spider-Man's web-shooters really work.

Marvel's Avenges Super Bowl Teaser

2012-01-31T17:11:00.001-05:00

Marvel has just released a teaser for the trailer that we will see on Super Bowl XLVI. We see plenty of new footage and a taste of the possible bad guys as well as the Hulk. Check it out.

Biggest Superhero Movies of 2012

2012-01-07T16:03:00.002-05:00

There has been a recent wave of superhero movies as of late. Some good, some bad, some great and some not worth mentioning, but how will this year stack up to the rest? That is the question. We are now in a day and age where the superhero can come to life as is was written and drawn in the comic books themselves. But sometimes what's lacking is story. Beyond the mystical images full of splash and lights and slow motion action it is the story that is some times left behind. The year 2012 just may change that.

I will start with a superhero movie that is not based on a comic book. Chronicle is a story about three high school kids that gain super powers one day. They proceed to use their powers much like any kid that gains power. They use it recklessly. But it seems one goes a bit too far with his deeds. This seems to be pretty fresh take on the genre as not only comic book superhero movies have been become popular but original superhero movies as well. Most of those are never good. But this one seems to break that mold. Chronicle hits theaters February 3 2012.

Next on the list is Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance. Nicolas Cage come back with a, well, with Idris Elba and this would be Elba's 3rd comic book movie to boot. Cage comes back as Johnny Blaze trying to stop the devil from being reborn in human form. The trailer hit not too long ago and it looks promising. But something about it just does not sit well with me. Ghost Rider uses his abilities in frightening new ways that look great on screen and it seems some pop up in Ultimate Marvel VS Capcom 3. Christopher Lambert is in it as well. Needless to say I am there when the movies come out. Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance rides in to theaters February 17.

Originally a novel by Edgar Rice Burroughs John Carter of Mars has been made and remade in to comics since the '30s and has even showed up in both Marvel and DC Comics. Taylor Kitsch plays the title character and has also appeared as Gambit in the Wolverine movie. John Carter is brought to you by Disney and will be Pixar's first live action movie. I am eager to see this movie. It's full of aliens and strange landscapes, action and cool battles. Needless to say this should be a fun ride; this will be another on my watch list. March 9 2012 is when John Carter lands in theaters.

Read the full list HERE. And please comment Below.

By LeVar Anthony, Co-Owner of H.A.L. Comic Strip

New Trailer for The Hobbit Hit the Web

2011-12-21T01:12:00.000-05:00

I have always been a fan of the Lord of the Rings books and movies. Ever since I found out they where going back to do The Hobbit I have been eagerly awaiting the first trailer. Today it arrives. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey opens in theaters December 14th, 2012.

You can watch the trailer Here:

New Justice League Animated-Doom

2011-10-14T19:25:00.000-04:00

Justice League:Doom will be based on the Tower of Bable story from the Justice League comic book series. Here is the first look at the trailer.

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It looks like its going to be a great ride. It looks very loosely based on Tower of Baby I want to say. What are your thoughts on the trailer?

New Avengers Trailer Hits and Thor 2 gets a new Director

2011-10-13T17:46:00.002-04:00

If you sat through the credits for Captain America: The Frist Avenger you would have seen a small teaser for The Avengers. This was but a glimps of what is to come. A couple of days ago a bigger longer trailer hit the Internets. And here it is:

The Avengers is slated for release May, 4th 2012

Also, word just came that Thor will now be directed by Patty Jenkins(Monster). Will she be as good as Kenneth Branagh from the first Thor? Only time will tell, but good luck to her.

Take ways from the Avengers trailer: Cap Vs. Thor, Loki, and Mark Ruffalo transforms into the Hulk.

See you in the Theaters.

First Pics of Rusell Crowe as Jor-El

2011-10-04T21:41:00.000-04:00

This is the first picture of Russell Crowe as Jor-El, the father of Superman. The suit looks like a type of formal wear of a militaristic type of society. It has an armor plated shoulder pads almost reminiscent of Lord of the Rings. It has a nice embroidered 'S' which stands for the House of El, the Superman Family Crest. All in all I like the look, you can even somewhat see Superman's costume underneth.

Justice League #1 Review

2011-09-23T23:37:00.000-04:00

These past few months there has been a lot of buzz around DC Comics new 52. 52 new number 1 issues that reshapes the DC Universe in some very major ways. With Justice League #1 we are introduced to these changes and what will be the new status quo.

The first page opens up in Gotham City. The police are chasing Batman. There is also a caption that says 5 years ago. For me this puts everything in a kind of perspective. This is how the Justice League came to be.

The issue primarily acts as a teem up book with Batman and Green Lantern investigating the same case. This would also mark the first meeting of the two. Because the case is alien in nature they figure they should check out the latest appearance the being known as Superman. As they trek we see a high school game in progress and the star athlete is Vic Stone, a major player in the future.

As they get to Metropolis Green Lantern boast about aliens being his jurisdiction. As almost on cue he is laid low by Superman leaving only Batman to fend off the super powered Superman.

I like the issue a lot. It sets up the characters nicely, puts you into the new world of the past and lets you know the status of the present. The villain is introduced only through a whisper. so to speak, but it is a good yet ominous introduction.

If you never read DC Comics or you been away for awhile this is a great start. If you are a long time fan that's afraid of change, don't be. Everything seems to be handled with both fun and care.

I give the issue a B+.

Justice League #1 is Written by Geoff Johns with art by Jim Lee.

Henry Cavil In Costume as Superman

2011-08-15T17:24:00.000-04:00

Henry Cavil is the new Superman in the upcoming movie "Man Of Steel" directed by Zack Snyder. This aims to be a fresh and innovative take on the character and with a director like Snyder (300, Watchmen) this will be a sight to see. The movie's writer is David S. Goyer (Batman Begins, The Dark Knight) and he seems to do his best work when it is a collaborative effort. Christopher Nolan (Inception, The Dark Knight) is Producer and I am sure he will be able to put things is a great perspective.

My thoughts on the uniform can be found HERE.

New Photos for The Amazing Spider-Man

2011-07-14T22:20:00.000-04:00

Next year there will be a brand new Spider-Man movie. This new movie will be a completely new take on the Superhero. Here are a few new images of the Web-Head played by Andrew Garfield. Most of the pics will be available in Entertainment Weekly.

A Comprehensive List of DC Comics #1 Issues

2011-06-11T21:16:00.000-04:00

DC Comics will soon reboot their universe. This September 52 new number 1 issues will come out. This is a list of the issues.

Please comment on what you think of the New Titles and the Reboot itself.

Meet Batwing, the Batman of Africa

2011-06-06T22:55:00.000-04:00

With DC Comics reboot of its universe we have bold new stories coming out. In Batwing #1 we have the first black character to wear the Bat Symbol. Check it out here.

DC Comics Reboots Universe

2011-06-06T21:07:00.000-04:00

DC Comics decides to reboot and relaunch 52 titles this September and they will all be available for digital download. Read the article Here.

DC Comics Flashpoint Sells Out

2011-05-16T13:23:00.000-04:00

Flashpoint is DC Comics newest and biggest crossover event this year And Issue #1 has already sold out. There was a preview of the hit issue in this May's Free Comic Book Day issue of Green Lantern. It seems very interesting. I good story indeed seems to be unfolding in its pages.

Read more about Flashpoint at DC Comics website and an interview with the creates of the Hit Series.

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2011-05-08T11:15:00.000-04:00

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Wonder Woman: First Look At New Costume

2011-03-18T16:18:00.000-04:00

There is a new Wonder Woman TV show in the works by Boston Legal's own David E. Kelly Here is a look at the photo.

I think it looks pretty good. My only gripe is that it looks too shiny, but that could just be because of all the lights from photography. And I miss the red boots. But not too shabby, not too shabby at all. You can read the full article by EW Here.

Spider-Man's New Team

2011-03-08T10:44:00.000-05:00

In the wake of the death of a Fantastic Four member Spider-Man is there to take up the slack. With a new membership comes a new costume. An all white suit with black spider symbol. This is the cover of Amazing Spider-Man #660. Spider-Man with the Fantastic Four look amazing.

New Thundercats Toys

2011-02-16T13:00:00.000-05:00

There is a new Thundercats cartoon come from Warner Bros. Animation and with it new Toys. Check it out.

http://www.toonzone.net/news/articles/36298/new-thundercats-toys-revealed-at-toy-fair-2011

New TV Shows by Marvel and DC Comics

2011-01-05T15:55:00.000-05:00

Check out this article about the upcoming TV Shows based on Marvel and DC Comics Superheroes.

Marvel and DC Comics Live Action TV Series in the Works

Tim Burton's Superman Costume

2010-12-09T20:40:00.000-05:00

Way back in '98 Tim Burton was going to direct the next Superman movie. It was going to be called Superman Lives. It was going to star Nicolas Cage as Superman himself. Here are the pictures of the actual Superman costume Nicolas Cage was going to wear as well as Concept designs for the monstrous villain Doomsday.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part1

2010-12-07T13:11:00.001-05:00

Last week my daughter and I went to see Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 it was very good.
I will give it a 4 out of 5 star, the story followed the book better then the last movie and even though the movie was 2 hour long you would not know it. A great movie to see.

Do you have a review to give about Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 give it here.
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New Pics for Captain America Movie

2010-11-01T17:36:00.001-04:00

Here are the latest pictures for the Marvel Movie: Captain America: The First Avenger

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Questions, comments and suggestions

2010-07-04T20:32:00.000-04:00

If you have any comments, suggestions or questions please let us know.

Thor Movie Pic

2010-06-22T23:07:00.000-04:00

Please read this article written by LeVar Anthony about the new Thor Movie.

Good Heroes that Have Killed

2010-04-08T01:01:00.000-04:00

Please follow the link to LeVar Anthony new article.

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2588721/good_heroes_that_have_killed.html?cat=2