SDCC Is HERE!
Today is the day! Pastrami Nation is on the road to San Diego! Look for news, pictures, updates and all that as the event of all events gets going: the San Diego Comic Con!
WWE Stars at San Diego Comic Con 2012
Laying the smackdown at the SDCC. Today, Mattel released the schedule for autographs and appearances of various WWE stars for this week’s mega event, the San Diego Comic Con. Here is directly from Mattel: Mattel and WWE®: Get in the Ring! If you want to talk about Mattel’s WWE® action figures with some of the top WWE Superstars then don’t […]
Michael Fassbender To Star in Assassin's Creed Film
Magneto puts on the hood. Michael Fassbender, most recently known for his portrayal of the master of magnetism in X-Men: First Class and for his show stealing role in this year’s Prometheus is now on track for another franchise that has all of geekdom watching. Variety reported today that Fassbender is signed on to star in and co-produce the big […]
Christopher Nolan Not Involved With Justice League Movie
Well, the rumors sounded good, didn’t they? In an Associated Press interview today, Writer/Director Christopher Nolan cleared the air on the rumors of him being involved in the eventual Justice League film. Nolan stated on his future with Batman and the Justice League: “I’ve got no plans to do anything more, and certainly, no involvement with any ‘Justice League’ project.” […]
Prime Cut: The Amazing Spider-Man
Marvel Comic’s resident web slinger is no stranger to the box office. With three films to his name, Spider-Man is widely known as one of Marvel’s flagship characters. But this isn’t the Spider-Man you remember from the previous films: a new cast, new director, new direction, new everything. Does the latest outing for the amazing arachnid fly high, or is […]
Prime Cut: Ted
Its premise is one of the most magical you can think of: a young, lonesome boy wishes for his bear to really be alive so that they could be best friends. But what happens after that oh-so-special moment? That’s the heart and soul of Ted, the R-Rated summer blockbuster that conquered the box office it’s opening weekend. So how does […]
SDCC 2012: Top 5 Exclusives
Next week, the mecca of pop culture comes alive once again. The San Diego Comic Con is almost upon us, and with it comes some of the most sought after collectibles. 2012 is no different, as there is literally something for all. From Monster High to Hot Wheels to a Peanuts exclusive comic to a massive collection of the white […]
Real Rap Song of the Week: "ATLiens" by Outkast
No drugs or alcohol so I can get the signal clear as day… The Georgia natives Big Boi and Andre 3000 are known as one of the greatest duos in rap, bar none. They have constantly stayed fresh and innovative, much like their second album, ATLiens, which dropped in 1996. Check out the title track as Outkast shows once again […]
Activision Announces The Walking Dead First Person Shoot for 2013
Give Daryl and Merle a hand. Activision announced today, according to IGN, that they will be making a first person shooter based off the popular AMC’s The Walking Dead television series. The game will span over the PS3, 360 and PC, and will follow the rough and tumble brothers, Daryl and Merle. Set to take place before the brothers meet […]
First Look: Uncanny Avengers
Avengers…and X-Men…assemble! As we learned earlier this week from the Marvel NOW article, there are a lot of relaunches in store for Marvel Comics. A major standout that was announced was The Uncanny Avengers, which has a team made up of Avengers and X-Men. Thanks to EW, we have our first look at it above. A good redesign for Havok, […]
Marvel Vs Capcom Origins Coming This September
Fight like a hero, play like a legend. Fighting game fans rejoice: the original Marvel Vs Capcom is coming to XBLA/PS Network! That’s not all; the classic fighter Marvel Super Heroes will be bundled with MvC, making Marvel Vs Capcom Origins. Slated to hit the consoles this September, the games will feature an HD overhaul, and retain the awesome playability […]
Image Comics San Diego Comic Con Exclusives!
The con is almost upon us. Check out the Image Comics SDCC exclusives below, straight from the Image press release! IMAGE COMICS CHEW: SECRET AGENT POYO #1 Guillory Comic-Con Exclusive Variant Cover A one-shot spinning off CHEW’s most popular supporting character, and comics’ most beloved homicidal cybernetic kung-fu rooster. Concentrated mayhem. Feathers, rage and hate! Plus: an all-star pin-up gallery […]
Action Figure Review-MOTUC Horde Prime
Check out the Pastrami Nation review of the nefarious Horde Prime from the Masters of the Universe Classics line! [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4wvQP4gG94&w=640&h=360]
Action Figure Review: Masters of the Universe Classics Griffin
Check out our review of the Masters of the Universe Classics Griffin! [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNTle8pgJ5Q&w=640&h=360] [su_youtube url=”http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNTle8pgJ5Q&w”]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Na6l1C8-Ti0[/su_youtube]
Prime Cut: Image Comic's Saga
It’s like a whole new outer space. When it was announced that Brian K. Vaughan, writer of Y: The Last Man, Pride of Baghdad and Runaways among more, was coming to Image Comics, the comic world went nuts. Then we learned he would be doing a space faring book called Saga with Fiona Staples, and our minds started going a […]
Dead or Alive 5 Collector's Edition
Another fighter is returning to the promise land. Tecmo Koei’s fighter Dead or Alive 5 hits stores this September, and GameStop will have an exclusive Collector’s Edition. This edition will include the game, of course, a hardcover art book, a poster, the soundtrack, and downloadable content for swimsuits for all the female characters in the game. Only a GameStop exclusive, […]
Amazing Spider-Man Breaks Tuesday Record-$35 Million
Spider-Man is swinging all the way to the bank. The Amazing Spider-Man raked in $35 million on its opening day, the best opening day for a Tuesday, dethroning Transformers record from 5 years ago. That number includes the $7.5 million brought in off of the midnight showings. Sony and Marvel must be thrilled on this 4th of July, as it […]
Real Rap Song of the Day: "Renegade" by Jay-Z and Eminem
No lie, just know I chose my own fate…I drove by the fork in the road and went straight… Jay-Z’s 2001 gem The Blueprint was an instant classic, and hit on a day nobody will forget. Released on September 11th, 2001, I remember picking up the disc and seeing the two towers being crashed into on every TV in Best […]
The Next Marvel Movie-Guardians of the Galaxy in 2014
Marvel is going out of this world in 2013. Deadline confirmed today that the rumors are true: Marvel’s next movie license will be the Guardians of the Galaxy, slated to hit the big screen in August 2014. The Guardians have been a mainstay in Marvel for years, with their most recent incarnation gaining massive popularity. Led by Star Lord, the […]
Entertainment Weekly Breaks News in Marvel Now: New Titles, Returns, New Teams
Change is coming in the Marvel Universe. Entertainment Weekly broke news today of some reboots for some of Marvel Comic’s flagship titles, including the Avengers, X-Men, and the new Uncanny Avengers. Looks like Avengers Vs X-Men really does shake things up. Uncanny Avengers combines members of both teams: Captain America, Havoc being among them. Written by Rick Remender, the man […]
Mobb Deep's Prodigy DIscusses His Solo Album, The Punisher
Ain’t no such thing as half way crooks… Prodigy, one half of the Infamous Mobb Deep, is in an interview with Marvel Comics, where he talks about his new solo album, the theme he did for the Punisher, and more. Here is a teaser for the interview: Hip hop duo Mobb Deep made their mark elevating rap to a different […]
The Man with the Iron Fists Trailer!
Wow… That’s all I had to say about this trailer after seeing it for the first time. I mean, look at what you have: -A film by the leader in gore, Quentin Tarantino. -Written by Wu-Tang Clan’s The Rza and Eli Roth. -Starring The Rza, Russell Crowe, Lucy Liu, David Bautista (Yes, the WWE’s Batista!) What more could you want? […]
Full Synopsis for The Dark Knight Rises
The legend is coming to an end. Warner Brothers released the full synopsis for one of the biggest films of the summer, The Dark Knight Rises. Here is the synopsis, and HERE is the website for Warner Brothers annoucement: Warner Bros. Pictures’ and Legendary Pictures’ “The Dark Knight Rises” is the epic conclusion to filmmaker Christopher Nolan’s Dark Knight trilogy. […]
Avengers Vs X-Men Act Three: "There Can Only be One…"
Then there was one. Marvel Comics released a teaser image for the start of Act Three for the massive Avengers Vs X-Men event. Looking at the hands reaching in the teaser, I’m hoping for the Iron Fist Phoenix. Check out the info from Marvel below: This August, the comic book event of the year, Avengers Vs. X-Men, reaches critical mass […]
Jean Grey Returning to the Marvel Universe
The Phoenix is rising again. News broke today that Jean Grey, one of the founding members of the X-Men, will be reportedly coming back to comics. Grey, who has died her fair share in comics, was last seen in the mid 2000’s. The news came from Entertainment Weekly, who didn’t disclose all, but gave this hint: Yes, this is Jean […]
Ted Makes History
Question: Which bear is the best bear? Answer: By looking at the box office, I’d say the TEDdy Bear. Seth MacFarlane’s Ted earned $54.1 Million this weekend, making it the highest grossing debut weekend for an original, R-rated comedy. Created by the mastermind behind Family Guy, American Dad, and The Cleavland Show, Ted stars Mark Wahlberg, Mila Kunis, and MacFarlane […]
Real Rap Song of the Day: "One Life" by The Last Emperor, Poetic and Esthero
Me and Death is playing chess ever since then… My strength is the most high, my fam and close friends… The Last Emperor was once a protege to the mad doctor himself, Dr. Dre. But he eventually parted ways with Aftermath and started to make music on his own. “One Life” is off of his Music, Magic and Myth album. […]
Last of the Thundercats Minimate Reveals: Snarf!
Snarf! The furry sidekick Snarf has been revealed as the last in the Thundercats Minimates Set available at the San Diego Comic Con! $20 and it’s yours at the con, with a limited quanityt available online after SDCC. Here is from the Thundercats Facebook page: The ThunderCats minimates series ends with Lion-O’s loyal companion, Snarf! There’s a lot to love […]
Thundercats Lion-O Minimate Revealed!
Thunder, Thunder, Thundercats! Today’s minimate reveal is the leader of the Thundercats, Lion-O! Here is from the Thundercats Facebook Page: Our week of Comic-Con features is coming to an end, beginning with who else but Lion-O! The fearless leader of the ThunderCats, Lion-O holds both the Sword of Omens and his iconic claw shield in the collection. Be sure to […]
Marvel's This is War Revealed to be Punisher: War Zone
Frank’s back in a big way. Marvel Comics released their final teaser for This is War, revealing that it has all been leading up to the new Punisher: War Zone. Of course, the Punisher is Frank Castle, everyone’s favorite Marvel vigilante. There has been Punisher:War Zone titles in the past, but this looks poised to be bigger than usual. I […]