He is the law. Back in 1977, the British magazine 2000 A.D ran the beginning of a legend when it published the first appearance of Judge Dredd. The legendary lawman of Mega City One went on to become one of the most recognizable characters in comic book history, which led to a big screen adaptation in 1995 starring Sylvester Stallone. […]
Who doesn’t like statues? Today, Warner Brothers Interactive Entertainment and DC Entertainment announced that there will be a Collector’s Edition for DC Comics fighter, Injustice: Gods Among Us. Scheduled for release in April 2013, the North American Collector’s Edition will be for the X-Box 360 and PS3 and will include: ·Exclusive DC Collectibles statue featuring iconic characters Batman and Wonder […]
Review by Nolan P. Smith-Pastrami Nation Writer: Robert Venditti Artist: Lee Garbett Publisher: Valiant Entertainment Website: www.valiantentertainment.com Valiant has been showing that they are back in a big way. This was no flash in the pan relaunch where the steam gave out after the first arc. No, Valiant was out to show the world that they could make quality books […]
Pretty damn awesome. So, an animated trailer for the sci-fi, time traveling Looper has made it’s way on the ‘net, and it’s a piece of work. The art style is scratchy, very Alex Maleev inspired in my mind (most well known for his epic work on Daredevil). The art, the musical score, it all works great for this! Plus, from […]
Writer: Scott Snyder Artist: Greg Capullo Publisher: DC Comics Website: www.dccomics.com Out of the big seven in regards to the New 52 relaunch, Batman stayed the most familiar. Sure, his costume changed a tad bit, but it was Bruce Wayne under the mask once again with his son Damien as Robin. The Batman title has been on fire as of […]
Snikt! Check out the first official photo of Hugh Jackman from The Wolverine! The film, which will open July 26th, 2013, will take old canucklehead to the East. It’s one of the most respected story lines for the X-Man, as he goes claw to steel against some of the greatest fighters he has ever seen right in the heart of […]
Review by Nolan P. Smith-Pastrami Nation Writer: Jeff Lemire Artist: Steve Pugh Publisher: DC Comics Website: www.dccomics.com When the new 52 hit last year for DC Comics, there were two titles I was excited for the most: Aquaman and Animal Man. Now, you might be thinking: Animal Man? Why not Superman, or Batman, or Justice League? Well, because an Animal […]
Review by Nolan P. Smith-Pastrami Nation Writer: Geoff Johns Artist: Dough Mahnke Publisher: DC Comics Website: www.dcomics.com To many who know me, it is no secret that I am a HUGE Marvel fan. But when the New 52 started last year for DC, I gave it a shot, and after a few issues I dropped all the titles. I loved […]
The world’s most pathetic superhero is back! The wildly popular Kick-Ass film, based on the Marvel/Icon comic book by Mark Millar and John Romita Jr., is getting quite the sequel. Infamous comedian Jim Carrey is on board for the second outing, as he takes on the mantle of Colonel Stars. Check out some on set video below, and take a […]
The more I see, the better it looks. At this week’s Tokyo Game Show 2012, a new trailer for Injustice: Gods Among Us hit the floor, and it looks amazing! Take a look at some more of the action from the DC Universe, get ready as the fighter hits stores April 2013 for X-Box 360, PS3 and Wii U! [youtube […]
It’s all about the power suit, or suits in this case. Marvel Comics announced today that Iron Man will don not one, but two new armors. December’s Iron Man #3 and #4 will show off these two, shiny new armors, built for specific situations. First is a new take on the stealth armor, which I am pleased to see and […]
The Sentinel of Liberty is now the leader of the free world. Marvel Comics announced today that Captain America will become the President of the United States, but only in their Ultimate Universe. Check out the official word from Marvel: The Ultimate Comics Universe has been through hell over the past several months, with Reed Richards’ terrorist attack decimating Washington, […]
This is really an amazing project. This week, Hero Initiative and Image Comics announced their first ever partnership with the 100 Project-dedicated to the smash hit of 2012, The Walking Dead #100. Though Hero has done quite a few 100 Projects, this is it’s first for Image Comics. The point of it is to have 100 artists draw 100 covers […]
It’s like Battle Royal, Hunger Games and Superheroes: how can that NOT be good? Marvel Comics announced this week that many of the Marvel Universe’s young heroes will be going into a kill or be killed situation with December’s Avengers Arena. The book will take 16 young heroes and put them into Muderworld, the home base of the X-Men villain, […]
Get ready for MacGyver! Image Comics announced this week that one of the most innovative minds on television is coming to the four color page this October. This will be the first new MacGyver story in 20 years, so make sure to pick up the first in a 5 issue miniseries when it’s in stores October 10th.Tony Lee is co-writing […]
It’s another fresh start for X-Force. As part of the Marvel NOW movement, Marvel announced the return of Cable to the team he made famous, X-Force. Writer Dennis Hopeless and artist Salvador Larroca bring the team of outlaws back to the Marvel Universe, with Cable leading the pack. The team is a mix of old, new and odd with Forge, […]
That’s one deadly team! Marvel Comics announced today that the Thunderbolts is getting a total overhaul for its Marvel NOW relaunch, and it’s team members aren’t exactly team players. Written by Daniel Way with art by Steve Dillon, the team will now be led by General Thunderbolt Ross, better known as the Red Hulk these days, and includes Deadpool, Elektra, […]
I can’t wait for this to finally be released! Check out the newest preview for The Dark Knight Rises Part 1, which hits stores September 25th from Warner Home Video. Every preview I see gets me more and more ready for this epic to be animated. Don’t know what The Dark Knight Rises is? Ok, I’ll throw out some key […]
I am hoping this hits its mark. Arrow, based off of DC Comic’s emerald archer Green Arrow, gets the TV series treatment this fall with hopes of filling the gap left by Smallville. Set for a premeire night of October 10th, CW released a new trailer titled “Justice”. Now, I have zero expectations for this show, but I am hoping […]
Another modern day classic may be headed to the silver screen. Y: The Last Man looks to be on it’s way, as Vulture reported that sources have revealed that the project is a priority for New Line Cinema. A script the studio is pleased with is in, which comes from Matthew Federman and Stephen Scaia, both former Jericho writers. So, […]
Award time! The Harvey Awards were presented this weekend, and the books that won it are very deserving, no questions. Winners include Mark Waid’s amazing run on Daredevil, the awesome anthology series Dark Horse Presents, and what I think is one of the best hardcovers to ever be released: Jim Henson’s Tale of Sand. Check out the list below, and […]
Here comes the Iron Patriot again, but who’s under the mask? Marvel.com has revealed the cover to Ultimate Comics Ultimates #19, which features a familiar star spangled armor. The Iron Patriot is front and center, but who is it? In the regular Marvel Universe, the Iron Patriot is Norman Osborn, better known as the Green Goblin. But I don’t think […]
It takes three covers, but they have assembled! Marvel.com has officially released the covers for Avengers #1, which is the crown jewel to the Marvel NOW movement. Check out the line up so far, and let’s dissect who’s who: Ok, let’s start on the left: obviously, we have Captain America, Wolverine and the Hulk. Looking more into it, we see […]
The whole f’n show! Marvel.com has posted up an interview by Impact Wrestling’s SoCal Val with Mr. Thursday Night himself, Rob Van Dam! Impact Wrestling has been doing quite a few of these interviews, and I gotta say, I’m loving it. Impact seems to have found a great way to spotlight their stars and reach the coveted fanboy base of […]
Get ready for another return to glory. Valiant Entertainment sent out a teaser today that has got the comic world talking. It looks like one of the surprises to be announced at the Baltimore Comic-Con will be Wrath of the Eternal Warrior. Eternal Warrior is a past Valiant title that ran for 50 issues, and follows the story of one […]
It’s a slice of life. Sina Grace, the artist behind the hit Lil’ Depressed Boy and former Editor for the books by The Walking Dead’s Robert Kirkman, is now striking out on his own with Not My Bag, an original graphic novel that hits stores in October. According to the Image Comic’s press release, NOT MY BAG chronicles the six […]
Review by Nolan P. Smith- Pastrami Nation Writer: Fred Van Lente Artist: Clayton Henry Publisher: Valiant Entertainment Website: www.valiantcomics.com So, back-to-back Chopping Block reviews? Well, with issue #2 hitting stores this week, I wanted to make sure everyone knows if the quality seen in issue #2 continues on with the second issue. The sophomore slump is something seen in music, […]
Review by Nolan P. Smith- Pastrami Nation Writer: Fred Van Lente Artist: Clayton Henry Publisher: Valiant Entertainment Website: www.valiantcomics.com The summer of Valiant brought back four classic Valiant properties: X-O Manowar, Harbinger, Bloodshot and Archer & Armstrong. Now, I was familiar with three of those titles, but I have never read Archer and Armstrong. When I heard about the relaunch, […]
This would be a good death… But not good enough… The Frank Miller epic starring a retired Batman, a female Robin and tons of action is becoming an animated film. Well, a new trailer has hit, and it shows Bruce doing what he does best, it shows the Carrie Kelly Robin, and it is awesome. So check it out, and…of […]
(AP Photo/Marvel Comics) Looks like the City of Brotherly Love is getting some Marvel love, as Venom takes up residents in December. Venom, who is now longtime Spider-Man fan and Peter Parker bully/wounded in battle veteran Flash Thompson, has been the anti hero walking a fine line since he suited up. The Associated Press has published an article by AP’s […]