Comics Impulse v2

Street Figher: The Legend of Chung Li Trailer

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 23:15:00 +0000

Looks better than the Dragonball trailer!

Trailers for Dragonball... and Thundercats?!?

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 20:19:00 +0000

YouTube user WormyT has created a full trailer for a live-action "Thundercats" movie by compiling scenes from various films featuring Brad Pitt, Hugh Jackman and Vin Diesel among others. Looks really good, gotta love fanfilms right? I put this one up to Batman:Dead End in terms of quality and editing.

Also, the new Dragonball trailer leaked.. I'm only wondering how this will turn out. Seriously. I am not liking this at all, and once you watch you'll understand why.

Star Trek: The Movie Trailer

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 21:42:00 +0000

Now this is what you call a reboot..

X-Men Origins: Wolverine Trailer

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 13:07:00 +0000

X-MEN ORIGINS: WOLVERINE HD

Here's hoping it's as good as X2!

New Watchmen Trailer

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 06:04:00 +0000

Many Happy Returns...

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 00:01:00 +0000

Well it’s been four years as of today since I first started this blog. When I first posted I was at a point in my life where I was at a sort of crossroads - I had just finished high school, was trying to sort out what I wanted to do in my life and all the while I was with someone who was special to me at the time, who had gotten me back into comics after a long time break in reading. It seems almost like it was yesterday.. I really thought I wouldn't have spare time, or just gotten tired of it, but I feel more motivated than ever to stick with it. I've been so busy lately, but I'd like to at least be able to post once a day, as soon as everything's been sorted out.. again, I'd like to say..

Thanks for reading CI!

Beyoncé Wants to Play Wonder Woman

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 20:56:00 +0000

Singer Beyoncé Knowles is interested in play Wonder Woman on the silver screen and has met with representatives at DC Comics and Warner Bros. to discuss donning the red, white and blue bathing suit on screen, she says.

"After doing these roles that were so emotional I was thinking to myself, 'OK, I need to be a superhero,'" Beyoncé tells the Times. "Although, when you think about the psychology of the heroes in the films these days, they are still a lot of work, of course, and emotional. But there's also an action element that I would enjoy."

My opinion? I think she'd be great for the role, but there are folks out there who would openly criticize the fact that Beyoncé is African-American, similar to the backlash against Jessica Alba (who is Mexican-American) when she was first reported to have taken the role as Invisible Girl in the Fantastic Four movies. Hopefully people can look past this, if she is in fact chosen.

Stan Lee Signed Official Marvel Movie Posters AIDS Charity!

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 20:54:00 +0000

Just checked Stan Lee's Myspace, and found this post for a really good cause..

Hey Heroes,

We’ve figured out a great way to raise money for a charitable cause where you not only help the cause but you also get something in return. POW! Entertainment, is sponsoring Junko Kobayashi, who will be running a 26.2 mile marathon, in Honolulu to help the fight against AIDS! How about that!? Junko needs to raise $6,500 dollars by the new extended deadline, October 15th and with your help, we can do it! We’re giving away, that’s right – giving away official authentic, studio movie posters; the real ones direct from the studios, the same ones that they use in promoting their movies! You can check out some of the posters below. (*WE JUST GOT NEW IRON MAN POSTERS.*)

So here's how it works, if you donate a minimum of $50 you can receive one movie poster. If you donate a minimum of $100 not only will you get a poster but it will be signed by me, your man Stan. If you happened to really like the posters and you want more, then for $150 you’ll get 2 posters with one signed and for $200 you’ll get 2 posters with both signed and so on. I think you get the picture. And…don’t forget to get those extra ones as gifts for your friends and family. Of course any contribution you can make would mean a great deal.
Now, all you have to do is visit the official site for full details and donations, by Clicking Here & Click the DONATE NOW button.Or visiting my myspace page at: http://www.myspace.com/stanleemyspace.

You will not only be making a donation to help fight AIDS but you will also receive an official movie poster by mail. DON’T FORGET TO SEND AN EMAIL TO POWSUPERHEROES@GMAIL.COM & LET US KNOW WHICH POSTER YOU WANT SIGNED & MAILED TO YOU. BE SURE TO INCLUDE YOUR FULL NAME IN THE E-MAIL AS WELL. I’m counting on all you True Believers out there to be real heroes and help in the cause for the fight against AIDS. Thanks for your generous support.
Excelsior!

-Stan Lee & POW! Entertainment.
Junko Kobayashi & POW! Superheroes

Below are all the posters available..

The Spirit "My City Screams" Featurette

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 18:41:00 +0000

Down these mean streets a man must come. A hero born, murdered, and born again. When a Rookie cop named Denny Colt returns from the beyond as The Spirit, a hero whose mission is to fight against the bad forces from the shadows of Central City. The Octopus who kills anyone unfortunate enough to see his face who has other plans. He's going to wipe out the entire city. The Spirit tracks this cold hearted killer from the city's rundown warehouses, to the damp catacombs, to the windswept waterfront all the while facing a bevy of beautiful women who either want to seduce, love or kill the masked crusader.

IGN posted a video few days ago with Frank Miller speaking on the movie, and some behind the scenes shots, which you can see after the break. The Spirit, starring Gabriel Macht, Samuel L. Jackson, Scarlett Johansson & Eva Mendes is scheduled for release on Christmas Day, 2008.

Heavy Rain Gameplay Video

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 16:27:00 +0000

Heavy Rain: The Origami Killer is an upcoming video game, developed by French studio Quantic Dream for the PS3. The game is being directed by Quantic Dream's founder and CEO David Cage. The game is scheduled to be released in 2009. Recently the upcoming game was demoed at the Micromania Games Show 2008 in Paris. Looks awesome to say the least, and I've personally waited a long time for this game and it looks well worth it!

Gamekyo recorded over 20 minutes of the demonstration, which you can watch right after the break. Here's what David Cage, who demonstrated the game, had to say:

In this demo, the player takes the role of a young journalist who is investigating on several girls' disappearances, she goes to a house of a taxidermist who is suspected of killing these women. In this presentation, the Producer of the game shows 2 different ways to finish this demo, there are lots of different ways to get through the story.

Get Your Art On The Street Fighter IV Cover

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 14:41:00 +0000

It seems Capcom has this new contest, where you can draw and submit your SFIV artwork and if it's picked as the winner, it'll appear on the inside cover of the game! Check it out here.

Syracuse Heroes Expo Coming This Weekend!

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 15:07:00 +0000

The Syracuse Heroes Expo is Central New York's premiere hobby convention. From comics to action figures, anime, sci-fi, manga, action figures, and video games we are dedicated to bringing the very best enthusiast gathering to the CNY region! This year the expo is all weekend, so everyone is encouraged to come visit!

This year's guests include Alvin Lee, Alex Milne, Larry Kenney, Tom Hodges, Art Baltazar, Jeff Lemire, John Herbert, Michael Kingston & Roger Stern. For more info, check the site! Tickets are on sale now!

Don Cheadle to replace Terrence Howard in "Iron Man 2"?

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 14:14:00 +0000

Terrence Howard says he was surprised to learn that Don Cheadle would replace him in "Iron Man 2."

"It was the surprise of a lifetime," the actor and musician told National Public Radio on Tuesday. "There was no explanation, (the contract) just up and vanished."

Howard said he read news reports that money was the issue, saying the contracts he signs apparently "aren't worth the paper that they're printed on sometimes."

Cheadle assumes the role of James Rhodes, a character that becomes Iron Man's sidekick War Machine in the comics, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Robert Downey Jr. will reprise his role as weapons mogul Tony Stark.

Spider-Man: Web of Shadows Combat Video Interview

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 07:15:00 +0000

KING OF FIGHTERS XII Trailer

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 03:38:00 +0000

New MK vs. DC Footage

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 10:12:00 +0000

G.I. Joe Trailer

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 05:46:00 +0000

G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra, coming August 7, 2009!

Syracuse Heroes Expo.. Now 2 Days Long!

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 03:48:00 +0000

What is the Syracuse Heroes Expo all about?

The Syracuse Heroes Expo is simply put the event that all Central New York fans of comics, horror films, anime, manga, video games and all other related hobbies have been waiting for! At the expo you'll have the opportunity to meet with fellow fans, meet and greet with special guests, find that hard-to-find item you'd been looking, and so much more!

To summarize this event is about having a ton of fun!

When will the next expo take place and where?

Saturday, November 1st and Sunday, November 2nd.

Who is organizing the event?

Jeff Watkins
Syracuse native Jeff Watkins has been making his living as an event organizer and promoter since 1999. Making a name for himself in the music industry, he's organized events in Syracuse and Albany that boast Grammy winners, TV stars, and chart toppers.

Previous Syracuse Heroes Expo's have boasted great guests like Ray Park (Darth Maul), Yvonne Craig (Batgirl), Francis Manupal (Iron and the Maiden, Witchblade), The Iron Shiek, and Ken Lashley (The Flash). Previous guests include Marv Wolfman, Sean McKeever, Jon Arcudi, and John Russo, Ethan Van Sciver, Daniel Logan, Tony Isabella, Pop Mhan, Brinke Stevens, Bonnie Piesse & Tom Savini.

More info, as well as ticket info, will be on sale soon.

Next Avengers On Sale Tomorrow

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 17:53:00 +0000

Next Avengers: Heroes of Tomorrow is the newest animated film produced by Marvel Comics & Lions Gate Entertainment. The movie was set to debut in July, but had been pushed back until this month. Here are some quick story details:

The children of the Avengers must rise up to their parents' legends and stop the villainous android Ultron in Marvel's next feature length animated movie. But with the world in peril, can these inexperienced young heroes save the day?

Next Avengers: Heroes of Tomorrow will be released on DVD and Blu-ray on September 2, 2008.

Tatsunoko Vs. Capcom Combo Video

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 12:04:00 +0000

Footage from the Evolution Fighting Game Championships Tatsunoko Vs. Capcom Invitational Exhibition Tournament. Thanks to jchensor for uploading the video!

'Dark Knight' Officially #2 Top Domestic Film

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 07:02:00 +0000

"The Dark Knight" on Sunday became the second movie in Hollywood history to top $500 million at the domestic box office, raising its total to $502.4 million, according to estimates from distributor Warner Bros.

The film hit that mark in just over six weeks, half the time it took "Titanic," which reached $500 million in a little more than three months. "Titanic," the biggest modern blockbuster, remains No. 1 on the domestic charts with $600.8 million.
Factoring in today's higher admission prices, "The Dark Knight" would need to take in about $900 million to match the number of tickets sold by "Titanic."

Dan Fellman, head of distribution at Warner Bros. expects "The Dark Knight" to finish at about $530 million, though it could reach $550 million if business persists as strongly as it has.

Overseas, the film led the foreign box office for a third consecutive weekend - and fourth overall - as its international sales hit $417 million (230 million pounds).

The film earned an estimated $19 million from 62 markets, led by No. 1 rankings in Germany ($4.4 million in its second weekend) and France ($3.3 million in its third). The top markets overall are the U.K. with $90.3 million and Australia with $41.1 million.

As of now, worldwide, TDK has made over 900 million..

Domestic: $502,421,000 54.7%
+ Foreign: $416,700,000 45.3%
= Worldwide: $919,121,000 !

Superman Franchise To Reboot... Again

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 00:19:00 +0000

According to a report from The Wall Street Journal, Warner Bros. has quietly adopted Marvel's model of releasing a single film for each character, and then using those movies and their sequels to build up to a multicharacter film. And there's also talk that depending on the direction Supeman Returns director Bryan Singer takes the reboot would decide his fate with the franchise.
As quoted from blogger Anne Thompson at Variety:

Fans have been clamoring all over the web—and on this blog—for a complete reboot. And within the halls of Warner Bros. the same debate rages on. They too believe that the last movie didn't break the mold and wound up in some kind of middle limbo. Today I was told that it is a priority at the studio to find the right direction and if Bryan Singer is willing to do that, fine, but if he gets in the way, he may not stay on the project. There are no writers working on a Superman script now. The studio wants to figure it out. "It might be better to start from scratch," one exec admitted.

Studio executive Jeff Robinov plans to have the film released either by 2010 or 2011. Here's what he had to say on it:

"Superman' didn't quite work as a film in the way that we wanted it to," Robinov said of Singer's movie, which made just $215 million domestically. "It didn't position the character the way he needed to be positioned," he continued. "Had 'Superman' worked in 2006, we would have had a movie for Christmas of this year or 2009, but now the plan is just to reintroduce Superman. We're going to try to go dark to the extent that the character allows it."

A movie referred to internally as "Justice League of America," originally said to debut as soon as summer 2009, was planned as one of the studio’s major releases. With that film, starring a superhero team, Warner hoped to spark interest in DC characters like Green Lantern who haven’t yet attained the level of popularity of Batman. But script problems, among other things, have delayed the movie.

The studio is set to announce its plans for future DC films in the next month. For now, though, it is focused on releasing four comic book films in the next three years, including a third Batman film, a new film reintroducing Superman, and two movies focusing on other DC Comics characters. Movies featuring Green Lantern, Flash, Green Arrow, Jonah Hex, Shazam and Wonder Woman are all in active development.

"The Age of the Sentry" begins in September

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 01:34:00 +0000

Get ready, True Believers, as the Sentry soars onto shelves this September in an all-new limited series, The Age of the Sentry #1 (of 6)! Join red-hot writers, Jeff Parker and Paul Tobin, along with rising-star artists Nick Dragotta and Ramon Rosanas, as they unveil the secret history of the man with the "power of a million exploding suns!" When the Golden Guardian is severely injured, it is up to Scout, Lindy Lee, and Watchdog to save the day. In order to do so, though, they'll have to travel back in time and learn how Rob Reynolds became the Sentry! PLUS: a startling new story featuring the Tinkerer and the Mad Thinker as they team up to build the ultimate device to steal the Sentry's powers, the parasitic beam! The Sentry is the only thing standing between them and world domination...

Editor Mark Paniccia told Marvel.com, "Jeff and Paul have an amazing respect and understanding of the magic of the Silver Age, and the approach of entertaining and inspiring readers by pushing the limits of the imagination... And Nick Dragotta's got the [Silver Age] style down pat!"

What will happen if the Sentry's alter-ego is exposed? Will the Tinkerer and Mad Thinker's evil scheme destroy the Golden Guardian? Read on, True Believers, and don't miss these breathtaking new tales in The Age of the Sentry #1 (of 6)!

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Written by JEFF PARKER & PAUL TOBIN
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George Perez named Orlando MegaCon Guest of Honor

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 00:31:00 +0000

Press Release

The Orlando MegaCon, the largest comic book multi media event in the Southeast is pleased to make its initial announcement of guests for its 2009 convention. The Orlando MegaCon will take place Feb. 27-March 1, 2009 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL.

Legendary artist George Pérez will be the Special Guest of Honor at MegaCon 2009. In a 30+ year career in comics, George has illustrated Avengers, Fantastic Four, JLA, Wonder Woman, and a host of other seminal comics titles. He is hard at work on his next project from DC Comics, Final Crisis: Legion of Three Worlds. This will be George's first scheduled convention appearance in over a year, as he took 2008 off the convention circuit.

In addition, MegaCon is proud to announce additional comic guests including:

* Jimmy Palmiotti, writer of Back to Brooklyn
* Amanda Conner, artist of Green Arrow/Black Canary
* Darwyn Cooke, writer/artist of The Spirit
* Adam Hughes, artist of Wonder Woman and Tomb Raider
* Ethan Van Sciver, artist of Green Lantern
* Paul Pelletier, artist of Guardians of the Galaxy
* Jim Cheung, artist of Young Avengers
* Ron Marz, writer of Witchblade and Dragon Prince
* Steve McNiven, artist of Wolverine and Civil War
* Chuck Dixon, writer of Robin and Nightwing
* Brandon Peterson, artist of Uncanny X-Men
* Greg Land, artist of X-Men
* Nelson DeCastro, artist of Action Comics
* Mark Waid, writer of Flash, Captain America, and Fantastic Four
* Tony Bedard, writer of Birds of Prey and Exiles
* And Chris Claremont, Marvel Comics' legendary X-Men writer, who shepherded the title for over 20 years.

The MegaCon guest list is constantly growing. Check www.MegaConvention.com frequently for more updates.

Dan Slott, Michael Siglain to teach comic book classes at Comics Experience

noreply@blogger.com (RedSpyda) — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 22:22:00 +0000

Press Release

Comics Experience is pleased to announce that Dan Slott (Amazing Spider-Man and Avengers: The Initiative) will be teaching the Introduction to Comics Writing course and that DC Comics Editor Michael Siglain (52, JSA, Batman family) will be teaching the Introduction to Comic Book Art course. Both courses start this September.

"After teaching the classes for a little over a year, I was looking to bring something new to Comics Experience. Then it occurred to me to ask, whom would I want to take these classes from? So, I didn't have to look far to find Dan and Michael," Comics Experience owner Andy Schmidt said. "Dan Slott, much to my surprise, agreed almost right away and Michael Siglain earned my trust over his past guest appearances. He also has an art background that makes him a better choice for the class than I was!"

Both instructors are following the general guidelines that Schmidt set out but they are also bringing new ideas to the classes. The intention is to make these courses different, but more importantly--better.

"Andy Schmidt's Comics Experience class is an invaluable tool for aspiring writers, artists, and editors. I've had the pleasure of speaking at a few of them. Interacting with the next generation of comic book talent and passing along some of the knowledge and tricks of the trade that I've accumulated in my career is a truly amazing--not to mention gratifying--experience," said Michael Siglain. "I wish these classes were around when I was trying to break into the business--they're tremendously helpful and also a helluva lot of fun."

Dan Slott said, "If you're serious about the craft of comics, you can read books about writing or drawing. You can go to a convention and take notes at a panel. Maybe you can go up after, or go to a signing, and get a minute or two with an industry pro. What Andy Schmidt's "Comic Experience" gives you is a chance, in a small class setting, to get access to a writer, editor, or artist and get advice that goes beyond the quick tips and pointers. That is such an incredible resource!"

Courses start September 24th and 25th, meeting on Wednesday and Thursday nights, and are held near Manhattan's Penn Station. Check out www.comicsexperience.com for details. Or email info@comicsexperience.com for more information!

Michael Siglain
Born and raised in New York, DC Comics editor Michael Siglain began his career in film and television as a storyboard artist and location scout. After a brief tour of duty in the NYC film world, Michael became an Associate Producer on video games, audio adaptations, and online webisodes for DC's multimedia department. Michael eventually made his way over to editorial, where he worked on such books as Identity Crisis, JLA, Batman, and Green Lantern. After a stint with Jonah Hex and Firestorm, Michael took over DC's hugely popular weekly book, 52, and is currently holding the reigns on Justice Society of America, Batman: Gotham After Midnight, Nightwing, and Booster Gold, among other titles

Dan Slott
Dan Slott is a writer for Marvel Comics, and is currently writing The Amazing Spider-Man and Avengers: The Initiative.

Dan has worked in the comic industry for close to two decades, writing primarily for Marvel and DC comics, and Acclaim, Top Cow, and Archie as well. He got his start as the writer for Marvel's Ren & Stimpy book. That led to steady assignments on dozens of licensed property titles, including everything from Looney Tunes to Scooby Doo, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to Power Rangers, and from Sonic the Hedgehog to Lara Croft: Tomb Raider.

In 2001, he switched over to DC's Adventures line, writing for Superman Adventures, Justice League Adventures, and as co-writer for the final volume of Batman Adventures. Work on those super hero titles for younger readers led Dan to more "mature" Batman work in 2003's well received Arkham Asylum: Living Hell.

From there came a steady stream of Marvel gigs including relaunches for She-Hulk and The Thing, as well as the mini-series GLA: Misassembled and Spider-Man/Human Torch.

Writing comics and talking about comics are pretty much all he knows. (Seriously, he can't change a tire, add large sums, or handle raw poultry. He's really all about the comics.). And Dan is ready to bring that focus, intensity, and love of the medium to teaching this semester's "Introduction to Comic Book Writing" class.