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Walt Simonson on the Origins of Beta Ray Bill
Legendary creator Walt Simonson spoke with i09 on about the fan-favorite Korbinite, Beta Ray Bill, who first appeared in Thor #337. Simonson comments on creating the character and offers up some very interesting insights. For one, Thor wasn’t selling too well and was on the verge of cancelation. When Simonson presented his ideas to editor…
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CBN M.E. Byron Brewer Honored With Key To Kentucky City
Editor’s Note: Congrats to Byron! -Matt CBN M.E. Byron Brewer Honored With Key To Kentucky City Byron Brewer, managing editor of Cosmic Book News, was the recipient Aug. 1 of the coveted Key to the City of Georgetown (KY). The key was presented to Brewer by Georgetown Mayor Everette Varney. The award was given in…
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Movie Review: Cowboys & Aliens (2011)
Not Exactly Spaghetti & Meatballs A Film Review of Cowboys & Aliens By: Lawrence Napoli Before getting right into this review I’d like to get something off my chest in regards to the redundant credits some directors assign themselves during the introductory sequences of the films they direct; specifically “A Film By . . .”…
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Review: Thundercats 2011 (Non-Spoiler)
By Jaga! The Thundercats are back and they are back with a ROAR! Combining might, myth, and magic, Cartoon Network’s new Thundercats series raises the bar for revamping old 80’s cartoons. Fans of old will happily embrace this new version of their old friends, as a new lion ascends to the throne. Newly devoted followers…
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Nova/Guardians of the Galaxy returning with “Cable Reborn?”; Also, not the title
Lots of good info coming from Tom Brevoort, Marvel SVPP, in this week’s “Talk To The Hat” over at CBR. Now this is pure speculation on my part, and I guess wishful thinking, but something that Brevoort mentioned caught my eye. For one, he stated that the recently announced “Cable Reborn” from Jeph Loeb and…
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Review: The Traveler #9
The Traveler was able to conquer Abaris’ scheme and escape the time prison Anachronopolis just in, well, time to enjoy a little R&R on his home world Earth. Boy, did he have it wrong! Writers Mark Waid and Tom Peyer continue to put our cosmic miles-counter, Ronald Lessik, through his paces in this brilliant cosmic…
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New Marvel Villain Team To Debut? Iron Man/Ghost Rider, Thing, Hulk, Sentry?!
Just received these in my inbox from CBN user “I_will_take_the_Fear_Itself_6_Variant,” which seems to show a team of villains that are a combo of various heroes and/or villains? Not sure where these are from, but most likely the issue hits tomorrow! Any ideas? We see the Iron Ghost, Grimm Chamber, White Cloak, Zombie Sentry, Demon-Ock, Orange…
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SDCC 2011: Schwarzenegger approves of the new Conan: The Barbarian (2011)
Crom! A Conan movie without The Governator?! He said he would “be bauch,” but Arnold Schwarzenegger, star of two excellent 1980s Conan films, will not battle monsters nor wizards in the New Millennium … but, according to new Conan star Jason Momoa, his performance as the comic book barbarian has the Arnold seal of approval.…
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Movie Review: Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)
Thumbs Up, Soldier! A Film Review of Captain America: The First Avenger By: Lawrence Napoli The Avengers in 2012 continues with yet another impressive prelude piece in Captain America: The First Avenger. What sets this film apart from its contemporary comic book adaptation brethren is the fact that it is a period piece partly based…
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Superman: Man Of Steel (2013): Lana Sees Clark in action setting photo
Back in late May, Cosmic Book News revealed exclusive first draft script spoilers (reportedly) for the Zack Snyder directed Superman reboot, the Man Of Steel. Worth a mention is the source was right on the money in regards to a Green Lantern Movie tip. Now comes some further corroberation of those “rumors.” In our first draft…
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SDCC 2011: Joe Quesada/Jeph Loeb: Nova and Guardians of the Galaxy
This is just a small amount of info, but noteworthy. The SDCC Marvel My CupO’Joe Panel is taking place as we speak, and if I am reading correctly, it looks like a fan asked about both Nova and Guardians of the Galaxy. Check out Marvel Chief Creative Officer Joe Quesada’s response (at the 3:23 mark):…
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SDCC 2011: DC Comics: The Dark and the Edge Panel Images
DC held their “The Dark and the Edge” Panel and released the following images including: ANIMAL MAN, BLACKHAWKS, DEATHSTROKE, FRANKENSTEIN, AGENT OF S.H.A.D.E., JUSTICE LEAGUE DARK, MEN OF WAR, OMAC, RESURRECTION MAN, SUICIDE SQUAD, SWAMP THING, I, VAMPIRE, and VOODOO. Click to enlarge and launch viewer: “; ?> /?p=1″ target=”_blank” >
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SDCC 2011: CM Punch Crashes WWE Panel! (Video)
Not exactly “comic” related, but to awesome to pass up. Update: Check out footage from a front and center angle plus Triple H’s rebuttal after Punk left the scene. Last Sunday saw the WWE hold their “Money In The Bank” PPV with CM Punk defeating John Cena. Punk’s contract was up that day, with Punk…
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Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 Announced: Trailer and Screen Shots
Check out 29 images and a gameplay trailer for Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 including Ghost Rider, Hawkeye and Strider. Update: Nova, Rocket Raccoon, Doctor Strange, Iron Fist and more Capcom characters revealed! The ULTIMATE heroes from the Marvel and Capcom universes collide again in Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3. Every epic character from the…
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Amazing Spider-Man (2012): Watch The Trailer in HD!
Seems someone got a hold of the HD version of the Amazing Spider-Man trailer and uploaded it. There’s a big commotion going on about this in regards to Private Investigators and such on Twitter. Update: Columbia Pictures has released the official trailer. Check it out (takes some time to load): The Amazing Spider-Man swings into…
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DC Relaunch: First Look At Aquaman #1 and Wonder Woman #1
Here is a first look at the DC Relaunch of Aquaman #1 and Wonder Woman #1! This can be found in tomorrow’s free DC Comics Preview! AQUAMAN #1 Written by BRIAN AZZARELLO; Art and cover by CLIFF CHIANG The Gods walk among us. To them, our lives are playthings. Only one woman would dare to…
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Captain America: First Avenger (2011): Chris Evans on Jimmy Fallon and Movie Clip
Chris Evans was on “Late Night With Jimmy Fallon” last night, and brought a clip from Captain America: The First Avenger along for the ride. Check it out below, courtesy Hulu. Below should start at the right spot (starts around the 26:40 mark). The music score is pretty awesome! Captain America: First Avenger hits theaters…
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Watch Doctor Who on Facebook
Doctor Who has become the first television show that you can watch on demand through Facebook with Facebook credits. Beginning today, the BBC has made digitally remastered episodes of Who available at the official Doctor Who Facebook. Episodes include: “An Unearthly Child,” “Tomb Of The Cybermen,” “The Time Warrior,” and an episode previously unreleased on DVD…
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Review: Ghost Rider #1 (2011)
Johnny Blaze has finally shed his burden as the Spirit of Vengeance, but that doesn’t mean the Marvel U. is free from it, as well. The mantle has been picked up by another, someone we have never seen and she, yes she, is ready to set her own trail ablaze! When it was first announced…
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Superman #713: Allowed to Save Kittens From Trees
Last month,Superman #712 was replaced with an older unused story from Kurt Busiekfeaturing Krypto, while the original was supposed to feature a Muslim hero by JMS and Chris Roberson. It was reported that, in the story, there was a scene with Superman saving a kitten from a tree – that the executives at DC apparently…
