By Nolan P. Smith Editor Back in 2005, I dived into an anime series called Speed Grapher. Dark, edgy, and right up my alley, it quickly became a favorite of mine. So, when I saw that Titan Comics was reviving Speed Grapher, I knew I had to jump in once again. Written and illustrated by Tomozo, this first volume reintroduces […]
By Staff Reports Comic Con Revolution, the Inland Empire’s number one Comic Convention, returns to the Ontario Convention Center on May 18th & 19th for year seven. This year’s show is packed with a loaded guest list highlighted by Star Wars animated voice talent that includes Ashley Eckstein, Matt Lanter, James Arnold Taylor, Dee Bradley Baker, Steve Blum, Daniel Logan, […]
By Nolan P Smith Editor We encourage all of our readers to help (support or share) my cousin Sean Chavarria as he continues to raise funds to help children in need as part of Moustaches for Kids 2024!!! What’s it all about? I’m glad you asked: Moustaches for Kids (M4K) is a community of volunteer moustache “growers”, who raise money […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor Nestled within the dangerous terrains of California’s High Deserts—a place I call home—is the setting for “Red Sands,” a thrilling four-episode miniseries that catapults blood, bullets, and bodies onto the small screen. Michael Barrett and Joshua Ampuero direct the series, which features a robust cast including TJ Wimbs, Michael Barrett, and Carlos E. Campos; the […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor Life is full of choices. Some are simpler than others, but your decisions can affect everything in your life from that moment on. They often leak into the lives of those around you and change their lives for better or worse. It’s a part of being human and as vital as breathing, eating, and staying […]
By Daniel Schwartz Reviewer It is hard to believe that the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have existed for 41 years. They have been in multiple versions of media, from comics to television to movies. They are responsible for such highs as The Last Ronin and such lows as Ninja Rap. Through all of that, it is no surprise that they […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor The C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa are back, thanks to Nacelle! Strap up your stirrups and throw on your C.O.W.-Boy hats, cause it’s time to take the trail back to Cow Town with wave 1 of the Wild West C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa action figures! Marshal Moo Montana, Cowlamity Kate and the hulking Sheriff Terrorbull headline […]
By Jason T. Smith Creative Editor Hey everybody, TLS Toys released some amazing Rainbow Brite products, check it out!
By Daniel Schwartz Reviewer When I read that Amazon was developing a TV series based on the wildly popular video game franchise Fallout, I reacted with equal parts excitement and dread. After all, most video game adaptations, whether movies or TV shows, are generally garbage. Looking back at the trainwrecks that were the original Super Mario Brothers Movie, Street Fighter, […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor Chicago is known for many things, not the least of which is its impact on pop culture. From the films of John Hughes, The Blues Brothers, The Smashing Pumpkins, and most recently, The Bear, the city has held a special place in many a nerd’s heart for decades. As somebody who has watched the culture […]
By Staff Reports Popeye the Sailor Man, one of the most recognizable figures in comic book and animation with a rich 95-year history, makes his triumphant return to comic shops this Saturday, May 4th with a special 24-page preview of the upcoming Eye Lie Popeye #1. The Eye Lie Popeye series is being developed byMassive Publishing, recognized for its of […]
By Staff Reports 2024 marks the 30th anniversary of Mike Mignola’s legendary Hellboy Universe. Dark Horse Direct is celebrating three decades of Big Red saving the world from frog monsters, Rasputin, and countless mythical creatures with a Deluxe Vinyl Hellboy Figure, intricately crafted by artists Mike Bonanno and Hector Arce to bring Hellboy from the page to life in glorious […]
By Daniel Schwartz Reviewer In the years since DC and Marvel have introduced their multi-verses, several other franchises have also delved into several wild and wacky ‘What If’ scenarios that are officially canon. The Power Rangers have also developed and traveled their multiverse with doppelgangers and variants galore. Some of their best villains have come from the heroes’ evil versions. Something […]