Oh, My Stars And Garters… (Updated)
It’s totally different, yes. As far as an origin story, this seems much influenced by the tale of the Ultimate Universe Thor. Maybe that’s why Marvel’s getting ready to do that in comic book form…
But in terms of the spirit of Stan and Jack’s creation? By Odin’s Eye-patch, this thing is the most orgasmic Marvel movie [...]
“Avengers Freakin’ Assemble!!” Fanboy Dreams Made Real In San Diego
Yeah. This actually happened.
Late yesterday at the San Diego Comic Con, The Avengers actually assembled in the frakkin’ flesh. Please to enjoy, from left to right:
Kevin Feige, head of Marvel Studios
Robert Downey Jr., Tony Stark/Iron Man
Clark Gregg, S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent Phil Coulson
Scarlett Johanssen, Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow
Chris Hemsworth, Thor
Chris Evans, Steve Rogers/Captain America
Samuel L. Jackson, S.H.I.E.L.D. Director [...]
This Just Gets Better And Better…
With a rumored script polish/re-write from “Avengers” writer-director Joss Whedon, today’s announcement of cast addition Stanley Tucci, the release of the teaser poster, and our increasing confidence that director Joe Johnson can GET IT DONE, we’re so very very buzzed for “Captain America: The First Avenger“. The very thought that our favorite all-time comic-book character is getting [...]
Affirmation, Annointment, and Maybe Some Geek Pants-Wetting?
Variety says it’s official, and a teaser trailer tonight at midnight will prove it. A generational torch (or, ring of power) is to be passed as Steven “Gandalf” Spielberg will produce the next writer/directorial effort from J.J. “Frodo” Abrams.
Behold the mystery of “Super 8“!!
Dear Jihadists (and Comedy Central), This Is Not A Fight You Want To Pick… (Updated With “Simpsons” Gag)
Over the past two weeks, “South Park” has celebrated both its 13th anniversary on Comedy Central and reaching its milestone 200th and 201st episodes. The episodes themselves are a catalog of “inside baseball” references to the insane mythology of South Park, Colorado, specifically the acid-laden satire of our celebrity-obsessed popular culture. This greatest-hits combo of episodes [...]
While You’re Waiting For The Movie, How’s About Some Groovy “Iron Man” Comics? (Spoilers)
With three weeks to go until “Iron Man 2” hits theaters (May 7, 2010), and after seeing recommendation after recommendation, I decided to go back and read all of Marvel’s buzzed about and award-winning Iron Man series, “The Invincible Iron Man“.
Written by indie scripter Matt Fraction, who’s 2006-07 mind and physics-bending spy series Casanova is moving to Marvel’s Icon [...]
The “Captain America” Casting Cavalcade Rolls On! (Updated Yet Again, As We Have A Carter)
Updated 4/14/2010 PM:
JoBlo.com is reporting we have a female lead for “Captain America“.
U.K. actress Haley Atwell is said to have won the role of Peggy Carter, the British lass – no mention if she’s some kind of “agent” – who falls for Chris Evans’ Steve Rogers.
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Updated 3/22/2010 PM:
THR reports it as a done deal – former Johnny [...]
How Do You Know When It’s Love?
… when a friend sends you an e-mail like this, to start your day.
Thank you, Dr. Robert. You have no idea how much I needed this.
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From: Dr. Robert
Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2010 7:53 AM
To: popGeezer
Subject: Happy now?
Joss Whedon directing “Avengers” for Marvel
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From: popGeezer
Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2010 7:53 AM
To: Dr. Robert
Subject: RE: Happy now?
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!
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And why [...]