Comic-Con

Gotham, Legends of Tomorrow & Supergirl Coming to 2015 NYCC

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Join Stars and Producers from five Warner Bros. Television series – Gotham, Supergirl, Blindspot, Person of Interest and DC’s Legends of Tomorrow for exclusive footage, a pilot screening and Q&As on the Empire Stage.

Gotham: Special Video Presentation and Q&A — Before there was Batman, there was Gotham. The hit series returns to New York Comic Con for its second year. As Jim Gordon continues his quest to clean up Gotham City, the stakes are higher than ever in season two as we witness the rise of the villains. From Warner Bros. Television, Gotham airs Mondays at 8/7c on FOX. Become a Fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GOTHAMonFox, and follow the show on Twitter at @Gotham.

Blindspot: Special Video Presentation and Q&A — Sullivan Stapleton (300: Rise of an Empire) and Jaimie Alexander (Thor films) star in Blindspot, a one-hour action thriller from Berlanti Productions (The Flash, Arrow, Pan) and Writer/Executive Producer Martin Gero (Stargate: Atlantis). Stapleton stars as hardened FBI agent Kurt Weller, who is drawn into a complex conspiracy when a naked amnesiac, Jane Doe (Alexander), is found in Times Square covered in a series of cryptic tattoos … including his name on her back. As Weller and his teammates at the FBI begin to investigate the veritable treasure map that is Jane Doe’s tattoos, they are drawn into a high-stakes underworld that twists and turns through a labyrinth of secrets and revelations — and the information they uncover might ultimately change the world. From Warner Bros. Television and Berlanti Productions, Blindspot airs Mondays at 10/9c on NBC. Become a Fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/NBCBlindspot and follow the show on Twitter at @NBCBlindspot.

Supergirl Pilot Screening and Q&A – Born on the planet Krypton, Kara Zor-El escaped its destruction years ago. Since arriving on Earth, she’s been hiding the powers she shares with her famous cousin. But now at age 24, she decides to embrace her superhuman abilities and be the hero she was always meant to be. Attendees will see a screening of the complete pilot, followed by a Q&A with series stars and executive producers. From Berlanti Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television, Supergirl will premiere Monday, October 26 on CBS at a special time of 8:30 PM, before moving to its regularly scheduled time of Mondays at 8:00 PM. Become a Fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SupergirlCBS and follow the show on Twitter at @SupergirlCBS.

DC’s Legends of Tomorrow Special Video Presentation and Q&A – When heroes alone are not enough… the world needs legends. Having seen the future, one he will desperately try to prevent from happening, time-traveling rogue Rip Hunter is tasked with assembling a disparate group of both heroes and villains to confront the immortal threat of Vandal Savage. Attendees will be treated to a sneak peek at upcoming footage from the show, followed by a Q&A with series stars and executive producers. From Berlanti Productions Inc. in association with Warner Bros. Television, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow will premiere Midseason on The CW. Become a Fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CWLegendsOfTomorrow and follow the show on Twitter at @TheCW_Legends.

Person of Interest: Special Video Presentation and Q&A — Person of Interest returns to New York for the fifth year! Join the discussion, as the science “fiction” of Person of Interest stays one step ahead of real-world events. John Reese (Jim Caviezel) and Harold Finch (Michael Emerson) have saved countless lives thanks to the omniscience of their supercomputer and their crack team of brave misfits — NYPD detective Lionel Fusco (Kevin Chapman), the unpredictable cyber-hacker Root (Amy Acker) and missing-in-action operative Sameen Shaw (Sarah Shahi) — but a new threat puts their mission in jeopardy and their lives in even greater danger. Samaritan, the rival AI, has initiated its lethal “correction.” Finch’s Machine is essentially dead. Shaw is still missing. And the team is once again hiding in plain sight. But with Samaritan’s invisible grip tightening everywhere, will Finch be able to rebuild and resurrect The Machine? And if he does, will it be the same Machine when it comes back online? From Bonanza Productions Inc. in association with Bad Robot Productions and Warner Bros. Television, Person of Interest returns Midseason for its fifth season on CBS. Become a Fan on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/PersonofInterestCBS and follow the show on Twitter at @PersonInterest.

The NYCC takes place October 8-11.

Comic Book News

DC Comics Announces 2015 New York Comic-Con Line-Up

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DC ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES
NEW YORK COMIC CON 2015 PANEL LINE UP

THE DARK KNIGHT 30th Anniversary Panel Headlines Must-See Programming Featuring Top Comic Talent And Latest DC Entertainment News

BURBANK, Calif. (September 3, 2015) – DC Entertainment (DCE) returns to New York Comic Con with an expansive booth featuring must-see costumes, props and collectibles alongside signings with leading writers and artists, special reveals and exclusive giveaways every day of the Con. In addition, DCE will also feature a robust schedule of fan-favorite panel programming spanning every day of New York Comic Con from Thursday, October 8th to Sunday, October 11th at the Javits Convention Center.

• Decades in the making, pop culture fans will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to honor one of the comic industry’s most influential works:
“DC Comics – The Dark Knight 30th Anniversary.” Get an inside look at the legacy of the series that defined a generation with DCE Co-Publisher and Batman artist Jim Lee and the talent behind the forthcoming series THE DARK KNIGHT III: THE MASTER RACE, writer Brian Azzarello, and artists Klaus Janson and Andy Kubert. A must-attend for all Batman fans, the panel will also feature surprise guests, exclusive reveals and revelations. Friday, 11:00 am, Room 1D

• As the first collection of groundbreaking new titles from DCE’s creator-driven imprint Vertigo begin to debut next month, get a behind-the-scenes look at some of these thrilling new series at “VERTIGO: The New #1s.” Join Vertigo Executive Editor Shelly Bond and the minds behind some of these groundbreaking stories including Lauren Beukes and Dale Halvorsen (SURVIVORS’ CLUB), Holly Black (LUCIFER), Tom King (SHERIFF OF BABYLON), and Shaun Simon (ART OPS). Thursday, 4:00 pm, Room 1A21

• DCE boasts the most iconic collection of Super Heroes in the world, and “DC Comics – Heroes To The Core” will enable fans to get closer to some of their favorite heroes with the minds that bring them all to life. Get a first look at all the explosive adventures that await these icons on the page with

• DC Entertainment Co-Publisher Dan DiDio, Amanda Conner and Jimmy Palmiotti (HARLEY QUINN), Jeff King (CONVERGENCE), Trevor McCarthy (AQUAMAN), Greg Pak (ACTION COMICS), John Romita Jr. (SUPERMAN), Riley Rossmo (CONSTANTINE: THE HELLBLAZER), Pete Tomasi (SUPERMAN/WONDER WOMAN), Van Jensen (THE FLASH), and David Walker (CYBORG). Saturday, 12:15 pm, Room 1A06

• A veritable who’s who of Bat-talent will gather together in Gotham for “DC Comics – Batman: The Bat-Universe.” Explore the latest adventures of the World’s Greatest Detective with Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo (BATMAN), Amy Chu (POISON IVY: CYCLE OF LIFE AND DEATH), Khary Randolph (WE ARE ROBIN), Tom King and Tim Seeley (GRAYSON), Peter Tomasi (BATMAN: ARKHAM KNIGHT), and James Tynion IV (BATMAN ETERNAL), and be the first to witness never-before-seen art and breaking Batman news. Saturday, 1:30 pm, Empire Stage 1E.

• Dive into the most exciting and perse stories ever told with a comic for every fan and every genre. “DC Comics – All Access” will include panelists Amanda Conner and Jimmy Palmiotti (HARLEY QUINN), Heath Corson and Gustavo Duarte (BIZARRO), Brenden Fletcher (BLACK CANARY, GOTHAM ACADEMY), Karl Kerschl (GOTHAM ACADEMY), Steve Orlando (MIDNIGHTER), Babs Tarr (BATGIRL), and Annie Wu (BLACK CANARY), who will all serve as guides to the expansive DC Universe. Sunday, 12:15 pm, Room 1A06

• “Mad About MAD” – The country’s #1-selling humor magazine (in a field of 1), MAD Magazine is dumber than ever! Join Editor John Ficarra, Art Director Sam Viviano, Peter Kuper, Tom Richmond and Jonathan Bresman for a ridiculous peek at what’s happening at the magazine, and an epically, moronic Q&A. Sunday 2:30pm Room 1A21

FULL PANEL SCHEDULE

Thursday, October 8th

1:30-2:30pm DC Entertainment – Master Class: Art History

Panelists: Gustavo Duarte, Ivan Reis, Riley Rossmo, Babs Tarr

Location: Room 1A21

4:00-5:00pm VERTIGO: The New #1s

Panelists: Shelly Bond, Lauren Beukes, Holly Black, Dale Halvorsen, Tom King, Shaun Simon

Location: Room 1A21

Friday, October 9th

11:00am-12:00pm DC Comics – The Dark Knight 30th Anniversary

Panelists: Jim Lee, Brian Azzarello, Klaus Janson, Andy Kubert

Location: Room 1D

2:45-3:45pm DC Entertainment Spotlight on Scott Snyder

Panelist: Scott Snyder

Location: Room 1A21

Saturday, October 10th

12:15-1:15pm DC Comics – Heroes to the Core

Panelists: Dan DiDio, Amanda Conner, Jeff King, Trevor McCarthy, Greg Pak, John Romita Jr, Riley Rossmo, Pete Tomasi, Van Jensen, David Walker, Jimmy Palmiotti

Location: Room 1A06

1:30-2:30pm DC Comics – Batman: The Bat-Universe

Panelists: Greg Capullo, Amy Chu, Tom King, Khary Randolph, Tim Seeley, Scott Snyder, Peter Tomasi, James Tynion IV

Location: Empire Stage 1E

Sunday, October 11th

12:15-1:15pm DC Comics – All Access

Panelists: Amanda Conner, Heath Corson, Gustavo Duarte, Brenden Fletcher, Karl Kerschl, Steve Orlando, Jimmy Palmiotti, Babs Tarr, Annie Wu

Location: Room 1A06

2:30-3:30pm Mad about MAD

Panelists: John Ficarra, Ryan Flanders, Sam Viviano, Jonathan Bresman, Peter Kuper, Tom Richmond

Location: Room 1A21

Comic Book News

Michael Bay Launching Interactive Comic Book Line

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Michael Bay‘s 451 Media Group, the digital media company co-founded by Bay, has announced it is launching a new interactive comic book line featuring printed graphic novels coupled with digital video.

Variety reports the graphic novels will debut at this October’s New York Comic-Com, with a sneak peek coming through Machinima.

The creators of the graphic novels include Scott Rosenberg (“Con Air”), Skip Woods (“Wolverine”), George Pelecanos (“The Wire”), Mark Mallouk (“Black Mass”), Clay McLeod Chapman (“The Avengers”) and Peter and Paul Williams (vfx for “Avatar,” “The Avengers”).

451 Media is touting Touchcode technology from T+ink to span print and digital worlds, in which ink used in the printing process of graphic novels published by 451 will unlock access to exclusive content on users’ touch-screen-enabled mobile and tablet devices.

“We discover great stories by way of our team of top-notch writers, screenwriters and authors and then work with our technology partners to turn those stories into truly immersive entertainment experiences,” 451 Media CEO Doug Nunes said in a press release.

Michael Bay, is of course, known for directing the Transformers movies.

451 Media Group also released the following promo:

451 Interactive Publishing redraws the boundaries of what comic book storytelling can be. By combining Touchcode technology with the visionary talents of today’s top screenwriters, best selling authors, and the comic industry’s leading artists we have created a first of it’s kind interactive experience. By creating characters and worlds so large they break through the confines of the panel and page we are captivating and engaging readers with a fresh and entirely unique experience.

First Issue In Stores: 10/14/15

Comic Book News

The Walking Dead Season 6 Premiere Headlines NYCC Super Week

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ReedPOP, the world’s largest producer of pop culture events, today unveiled its outstanding line-up for the second annual New York Super Week; a weeklong festival that will transform the entire city of New York into the ultimate playground for pop culture fanatics and geeks of all sizes. Headlined by AMC Network’s season six premiere of The Walking Dead at Madison Square Garden and ESL One – the largest e-sports tournament on the East Coast, New York Super Week offers a Fan experience unlike anything on the planet with special celebrity appearances, concerts, comedy shows, gaming events and more throughout New York City. The weeklong festival of approximately 100 events from October 5–11, 2015 culminates with the 10th Edition of New York Comic Con, the most exciting entertainment event on the East Coast with more than 151,000 Fans in attendance. Tickets to each New York Super Week event are sold individually and prices will vary based on event.

Fans can visit NewYorkSuperweek.com for detailed ticketing information.

New York Super Week is a super-charged multi-borough festival featuring an array of one-of-a-kind entertainment events that give thousands of Fans completely unique and immersive experiences. Today’s announcement reveals the following events, concerts, screenings and activities happening all throughout New York City including:

Two signings with renowned Japanese Manga Artist Masashi Kishimoto who will make his first appearances in the United States
Special How Did This Get Made? live podcast
Hollywood Babble-On with Kevin Smith and Ralph Garman
Comedy Mutant: Stand-Up Special with Brian Posehn and Friends
Multiple events featuring cast members of The Thrilling Adventure Hour
PressPlay Tour Featuring Fan-Favorite Social Media All-Stars
DMC (Darryl McDaniels) rare Concert and Discussion
A Game of Thrones podcast followed by a live DJ set by Kristian Nairn (a.k.a. Hodor)
Karaoke with the Broadway Stars
RAWR! Burlesque returns after a sold-out show last year
Rock n’ Comix concert featuring Charles Soule
Numerous Film and Documentary Screenings with select Directors and cast members at IFC Center

“New York Super Week was created because quite frankly, New York Comic Con had outgrown itself and there is so much demand out there for unique fan experiences,” said Lance Fensterman, Senior Global Vice President ReedPOP. “We’ve learned some things from last year and we’re working on making things even greater for our Fans.”

These events round out the previously announced events such as Blade Rave by BBQ Films at Terminal 5, the first ever live podcast of Stuff You Missed in History Class, the Lord of the Rings Shipwreck Fan Fiction Competition, the Muppet Vault celebrating all things Muppets and many, many more! For a full comprehensive schedule and line-up of events Fans can visit NewYorkSuperWeek.com.

Additional details about New York Super Week events, guests and sponsors will be rolling out in the coming weeks.

Please note, the New York Super Week Card is not a New York Comic Con ticket or a ticket to any New York Super Week ticketed events — those must be purchased separately.

Movie News

Watch: Electra Woman & Dyna Girl Trailer

Legendary has released the first teaser trailer for their Electra Woman & Dyna Girl webseries starring Grace Helbig and Hannah Hart.

Info:

Legendary Digital and Fullscreen have partnered with YouTube phenomenons Grace Helbig and Hannah Hart in an updated version of Sid & Marty Krofft’s classic 70s TV series Electra Woman and Dyna Girl, bringing the property to a new generation of viewers. ELECTRA WOMAN & DYNA GIRL follows two superheroes Electra Woman (Grace Helbig) and Dyna Girl (Hannah Hart) as they move from Akron to Los Angeles in hopes of making it big in the crime fighting world, only to find competition with other vigilantes and infighting amongst themselves. Both Helbig and Hart have large social media followings with a combined total of over 10 million subscribers and followers over all of their YouTube and social media platforms. Legendary Digital produced this digital series which will premiere with Fullscreen.

You can find more info at www.electrawomandynagirl.com.

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TV Trailers

Watch: Agents of SHIELD & Agent Carter Season Look Back Videos

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While we wait for Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD and Agent Carter to return, check out recap videos for their previous seasons, which were shown off at Comic-Con.

Agents of SHIELD returns for Season 3 on Tuesday, September 29th at 9pm ET; Agent Carter returns returns for its second season during mid-season.

Here’s the description for the third season of SHIELD:

…the series will begin introducing new friends and foes inspired by the critically acclaimed SECRET WARRIORS comic series as well as the Inhuman Lash.

In the aftermath of S.H.I.E.L.D.’s battle with Jiaying and the Inhumans, Director Coulson will search the world for more powered people and assemble an extraordinary new team to deal with threats unlike the world has ever seen. However, the Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. will soon find out they’re not the only ones tracking down these new Inhumans.

Description for Agent Carter Season 2:

Dedicated to the fight against new atomic age threats in the wake of World War II, Peggy must now journey from New York City to Los Angeles for her most dangerous assignment yet. But even as she discovers new friends, a new home — and perhaps even a new love — she’s about to find out that the bright lights of the post-war Hollywood mask a more sinister threat to everyone she is sworn to protect.

Comic Book News

Watch: Green Lantern or Text Fail From Comic-Con

Check out a video from Comic-Con where DC All Access caught up with Green Lantern fans for a Geek quiz.

What does text messaging have to do with being a Green Lantern? Honestly, not much. But that hasn’t stopped us from combining the two into a little game we call “Green Lantern or Text Fail?” In this DC All Access clip, Hector quizzes some brave San Diego Comic-Con contestants on their ability to tell obscure Green Lanterns apart from fudged up text messages. Trust us, it’s harder than it looks. Featuring Diana, Luca, Alex, Paula, Mikhael, Joshua, Lendsey and special guest contestants David and Meredith Finch!

Movie News

More Warcraft Comic-Con Footage Leaks Online

We get a better look at some of the Warcraft Comic-Con footage as a new video is online with better quality.

You can also check out the earlier leaked Warcraft trailer.

“Warcraft” has a June 10, 2016 release directed by Duncan Jones starring Ben Foster, Toby Kebbell, TravisbFimmel, Dominic Cooper, Paula Patton, Clancy Brown and Daniel Cudmore.

Synopsis:

Legendary’s WARCRAFT is a 3D epic adventure of world-colliding conflict based upon Blizzard Entertainment’s globally-renowned universe. Directed by Duncan Jones (Moon, Source Code) and written by Charles Leavitt and Duncan Jones, the film is a Legendary Pictures, Blizzard Entertainment and Atlas Entertainment production. The producers are Charles Roven, Thomas Tull, Jon Jashni, Alex Gartner and Stuart Fenegan. Jillian Share, Brent O’Connor, Michael Morhaime and Paul Sams serve as executive producers. Rob Pardo, Chris Metzen, Nick Carpenter and Rebecca Steel Roven co-produce. WARCRAFT will be released by Universal Pictures

Fighting for The Alliance, Warcraft features Dominic Cooper as King Llane Wrynn, Travis Fimmel as Anduin Lothar, Ben Foster as Medivh, Ben Schnetzer as Khadgar, and Ruth Negga as Lady Taria, and on the side of The Horde is also Clancy Brown as Blackhand, Toby Kebbel as Durotan, and Daniel Wu as Gul’Dan, with Paula Patton’s Garona caught in the middle.

TV News

Stephen Amell Wants Constantine In Arrow Season 4

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When NBC cancelled Constantine, there were talks the show may move to the CW or Netflix, and Stephen Amell even offered to guest star.

While it seems everyone passed on Constantine, it’s learned Matt Ryan’s future may not be over as the Hellblazer as IGN caught up with Arrow executive producer Wendy Mericle and Amell at Comic-Con who offer some hope.

“Yeah, we really want to do it,” Mericle said of having Constantine appear on Arrow. “It’s something we’ve been talking to DC about, and it’s just a question of some political things, but also the actor’s schedule. We’re trying to work it out, but we don’t know 100 percent if it’s going to happen.”

“Fingers crossed,” added Amell.

“But we’re really optimistic and we would love to have him,” Mericle offered.

It’s still unknown exacly why Constantine didn’t get picked up elsewhere as the series did have higher ratings than some of the CW shows. Honestly, I’m almost beginning to wonder if it’s something more to do with Warner Bros. internally and possibly either David Goyer, who seems to be out of the picture as of late, or maybe the planned Justice League Dark movie, which will feature a Constantine as well. WB already put the kibosh on the Suicide Squad on TV, maybe something similar went down with Constantine?

Movie News

Batman Vs. Superman, Suicide Squad & X-Men Fantastic & Four Cast Photos

The casts of Batman Vs. Superman, Suicide Squad, and X-Men: Apocalypse and Fantastic Four assembled this weekend at Comic-Con.

Check out photos of the casts of the movies pairing up together (via THR and EW).

Batman Vs. Superman & Suicide Squad:

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“Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” has a March 25, 2016 release starring Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Laurence Fishburne as Perry White, Diane Lane as Martha Kent, Jeremy Irons as Alfred, Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor, Ray Fisher as Cyborg with Callan Mulvey, Holly Hunter and Tao Okamoto in new character roles for the film. Justice League is to follow directed by Zack Snyder as well.

“Suicide Squad” has an August 5, 2016 release date directed by David Ayer starring Will Smith as Deadshot, Jared Leto as the Joker, Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn, Cara Delevingne as Enchantress, Jai Courtney as Boomerang, Joel Kinnaman as Rick Flag, Viola Davis as Amanda Waller, Adam Beach as Slipknot, Karen Fukuhara as Katana, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje as Killer Croc, Jay Hernandez as El Diablo, and Scott Eastwood in an unknown role.

X-Men: Apocalypse & Fantastic Four:

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“Fantastic Four” has an August 7, 2015 release directed by Josh Trank from a screenplay by Jeremy Slater, Simon Kinberg and Josh Trank; produced by Matthew Vaughn, Simon Kinberg, Hutch Parker, Robert Kulzar and Gregory Goodman; starring: Miles Teller, Michael B. Jordan, Kate Mara, Jamie Bell and Toby Kebbell.

“X-Men: Apocalypse” has a May 27, 2016 release directed by Bryan Singer starring Jennifer Lawrence, Michael Fassbender, James McAvoy, Nicholas Hoult, Evan Peters, Ian McKellen, Rose Byrne, Sophie Turner, Tye Sheridan, Alexandra Shipp and Oscar Issac.

“Gambit” has an October 7, 2016 release directed by Ruper Wyatt starring Channing Tatum.

“The Wolverine” sequel has a March 3, 2017 release directed by James Mangold starring Hugh Jackman.

Movie Trailers

Warcraft Comic-Con Trailer Leaks Online

Update: Better quality video of some of the footage is online.

Update #2: A second Warcraft trailer has leaked online.

The Warcraft Comic-Con trailer has now leaked online.

Check it out above.

“Warcraft” has a June 10, 2016 release directed by Duncan Jones starring Ben Foster, Toby Kebbell, TravisbFimmel, Dominic Cooper, Paula Patton, Clancy Brown and Daniel Cudmore.

Synopsis:

Movie News

Suicide Squad Trailer Trending #1 On YouTube

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Currently the popular Hollywood trade news sites (now THR has joined in) are providing spin for Warner Bros. in that the studio is said to be disappointed by the leaked footage from Comic-Con. Some reports even offered that all the studios are considering not releasing any more footage at conventions due to the leaks.

Of course, I had to call BS on that as studios do leak stuff themselves and leaked footage is beneficial – as Ryan Reynolds just admitted regarding Deadpool.

Now we get futher proof from YouTube as the Suicide Squad trailer is currently the #1 trending video in just about every city in the United States.

It’s pretty much just like I said: The studios get double the promotion.

Now, who’s complaining (see below)?

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Sue Kroll, President Worldwide Marketing and International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures:

“Warner Bros. Pictures and our anti-piracy team have worked tirelessly over the last 48 hours to contain the Suicide Squad footage that was pirated from Hall H on Saturday. We have been unable to achieve that goal. Today we will release the same footage that has been illegally circulating on the web, in the form it was created and high quality with which it was intended to be enjoyed. We regret this decision as it was our intention to keep the footage as a unique experience for the Comic Con crowd, but we cannot continue to allow the film to be represented by the poor quality of the pirated footage stolen from our presentation.”

Director David Ayer:

Shame our sneak peek Hall H footage was leaked. #notcool it’s unfair to the fans who waited in line. And not how I intended folks to see it.

— David Ayer (@DavidAyerMovies) July 13, 2015

Movie News

Margot Robbie Flips The Bird At Comic-Con

Suicide Squad Trailer

Margot Robbie stays in her Harley Quinn character in the following Suicide Squad cast pic taken at Comic-Con posted by Joel Kinnaman on Instagram.

“Squad goals complete,” Kinnaman added with a smile.

The cast of the Suicide Squad appeared briefly at the WB movie panel, which saw the new trailer released (watch above) and a new website and Facebook launched.

I love my squad!! #suicidesquad #comicon @jaicourtney @margotrobbie @caradelevingne #willsmith @jayhernandez001 @karenfukuhara @adamrbeach

A photo posted by Joel Kinnaman (@joelkinnaman) on Jul 11, 2015 at 1:31pm PDT

SquadGoals complete:) #SDCC2015 #comicon #suicidesquad #davidayers #willsmith @karenfukuhara @caradelevingne @margotrobbie @jayhernandez001 @adamrbeach @jaicourtney

A photo posted by Joel Kinnaman (@joelkinnaman) on Jul 12, 2015 at 9:39am PDT

Movie News

Jesse Eisenberg Says Comic-Con Is Genocide

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Update: Eisenberg clarified his statement (see below).

Jesse Eisenberg attended this past weekend’s Comic-Con as part of the Batman Vs. Superman panel and autograph session where it seems Zack Snyder’s choice of Lex Luthor found the SDCC a bit overwhelming.

“It is like being screamed at by thousands of people,” Eisenberg said, reports Yahoo. “I don’t know what the experience is throughout history, probably some kind of genocide. I can’t think of anything that’s equivalent.”

It probably should be noted that Eisenberg is more of an eccentric – than say a Stephen Amell – and doesn’t seem the type to bask in the limelight.

Regarding his character, Lex Luthor, Eisenberg offered at the Batman Vs. Superman panel:

“My character has been in obviously other movies. You know there is always a campy element to the character. I think there is probably real emotional groundedness to this version of it. I attribute that to the writer, Chris Terrio, is excellent… that is just such a phenomenal writer… gives every character in this movie real emotional core even though the situations are so heightened and theatrical.”

Eisenberg clarified his “genocide” statement later during the day with the press:

“Maybe on some cellular memory level, that’s the only thing that seems like an equivalent social experience,” he told AP. “Even if they’re saying nice things, just being shouted at by thousands of people, it’s horrifying.

“I of course was using hyperbole to describe the sensory overload I experienced. I sometimes do employ that,” Eisenberg added in a later interview. “I’m a normal person who has normal sensory experiences, so Comic-Con was very overwhelming for me. That said, it was really an honor to be on that end of such jubilation.”

Synopsis:

Fearing the actions of a god-like Super Hero left unchecked, Gotham City’s own formidable, forceful vigilante takes on Metropolis’s most revered, modern-day savior, while the world wrestles with what sort of hero it really needs. And with Batman and Superman at war with one another, a new threat quickly arises, putting mankind in greater danger than it’s ever known before.

Batman Vs. Superman Comic-Con Trailer:

TV Trailers

American Horror Story: Hotel Lady Gaga Teaser & Characters Revealed

FX has released a new Lady Gaga teaser for the fifth season of American Horror Story, titled “Hotel.”

In addition, Comic-Con saw the following characters revealed:

Matt Bomer will play Donovan; Kathy Bates is Iris; Angela Bassett stars as Ramona; Evan Peters takes the role of Mr. March and Sarah Paulson will bring Hypodermic Sally to life as a villain (via EW).

Regarding Lada Gaga, all was stated is that her character will be “evil.”

American Horror Story: Hotel premiers in October and sees the cast set in a 1920s Hotel.

Ryan Murphy offered to TV Guide:

The upcoming season that we’re doing is much more horror-based; it’s much more dark. It’s about a theme and an idea that’s very close to my heart that I’ve always wanted to do that’s a little bloodier and grislier I think than anything that we’ve done before; it’s straight horror this year. Murder House, I thought, was a very primal season because everybody’s great fear is about the bogeyman under the bed in their house, and this feels similar to me in that when you check into a hotel, there are certain things beyond your control… Other people have the keys to your room; they can come in there. You’re not exactly safe, it’s a very unsettling idea.

TV News

Stephen Amell Calls M. Night Shyamalan’s Publicist An A-Hole

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I’m a big fan of Stephen Amell.

I can forgive him for being a Blue Jays and LA Kings fan (go Yankees, Sabres and Bills) as he seems as down-to-earth as you can get for an actor. Amell runs his own Facebook page (instead of having a PR team do it) where he regulary interacts with fans, and he supports various charities. Plus, he is the Green Arrow.

This past weekend’s Comic-Con saw Amell attend for Arrow, but something must have happened that irked him.

Amell took to Twitter to blast M. Night Shyamalan’s publicist, Kathryn Rowe (via Variety).

“What a wonderful SDCC,” Amell tweeted. “So many lovely people. Except M. Night Shyamalan’s publicist. She’s an all-timer level a–hole.”

It’s unknown what caused Amell to react this way, but it’s probably safe to say that Kathryn Rowe has failed the city.

It’s also nice to see a straight-shooter in Hollywood for a change.

Shyamalan was at the SDCC for his latest movie The Visit.

What a wonderful SDCC. So many lovely people. Except M. Night Shyamalan’s publicist. She’s an all-timer level asshole.

— Stephen Amell (@amellywood) July 12, 2015

Movie News

Stephen Amell Says What’s Different About Casey Jones In TMNT 2 (Video)

Not only is Stephen Amell the Green Arrow, but the Canadian actor is also teaming up with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles for the sequel as fan-favorite character Casey Jones.

IGN caught up with Amell at Comic-Con, where the actor dazzled the crowd revealing the new Green Arrow costume, and talked about Jones.

“He is not the Casey Jones that a lot of comic fans have come to know and love. He is a guy with a job that lives in New York and loves hockey. When things go awry, [and] when he goes through the normal methods of what someone would do when they’re [a] law-abiding citizen and he’s met with laughter and scorn… he decides to take things into his own hands.”

Watch more in the video above.

“Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2” has a June 3, 2016 release directed by David Green and produced by Michael Bay, Andrew Form and Brad Fuller, starring Megan Fox as April O’Neil, Will Arnett as Vernon, Stephen Amell as Casey Jones, Tyler Perry as Baxter Stockman, Brian Tee as Shredder, with the movie also featuring Bebop and Rocksteady.

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Movie Studios Holding Out New Footage Over Leaks At Cons? That’s BS

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Can’t bite my tongue on this one guys…

The past couple of days saw the Hollywood trade news site Deadline (owned by Jay Penske, son of billionaire Roger Penske, and owner of Variety and TVLine) report that the movie studios are considering not releasing any more footage following the “leaks” that occurred this past weekend at Comic-Con.

Deadline went even so far as to call the fans that recorded the footage “copyright-thieving weasels,”– but we guess it’s okay when a rival site like THR posts an exclusive, and then ten minutes later Deadline reports the same thing without giving credit (lol).

While Deadline doesn’t cite specific sources that state the movie studios are not considering releasing new footage, they state: “Insiders said that this breach of etiquette might carry consequences at future Comic-Cons.”

I’m going to have to call complete BS on this one, guys.

I do know that studios intentionally leak stuff themselves (such as the Man of Steel shirtless Henry Cavill set pics), and they will even leak stuff intentionally to make sure the images are of high quality and not a paparazzi shot from a distance or a low quality fan pic.

I don’t know if they leaked the Comic-Con footage, but last year’s Batman Vs. Superman leaked trailer that went viral looked pretty obvious as some guy was holding up his camera high in the air seemingly near a doorway.

Regardless what’s what, we do know leaking stuff is beneficial; so to say, for example, that “Fox might not show any more footage at the SDCC” is ridiculous as even Ryan Reynolds, at this past Comic-Con, thanked the “asshole” who first leaked the Deadpool test footage as that is why the movie is now being made and why they are all at the Con.

In Deadline’s latest article on the leaks, they state WB couldn’t keep up with all the pirates out there, so they decided to release the Suicide Squad trailer.

That’s more BS.

How do I know? About an hour following the release of the official Suicide Squad trailer, the leaked version was taken down. Obviously, WB let the leaked version stay up for the free PR (guessing millions of dollars worth), and then went with the official version. So in essence, WB gets to release the Suicide Squad trailer twice (can’t go wrong there).

It’s not like the leak hurt the number of views for the official Suicide Squad trailer as it is (probably increased them due to the hype). Last I checked, on Facebook the Suicide Squad trailer has 6.7 million views, and on YouTube it’s at 3.9 million — and that doesn’t even include views by sites that use their own player.

I’m not sure why Deadline is trying to spin this – unless it’s just to add more hype – but hey, it is working and the fans are pretty happy, which in the long run makes the studios happy.

Why so serious, guys?

Update: Ironically enough, Deadline’s sister site, Variety, releases an interview with Ryan Reynolds who states the Deadpool leak is a gift from God.

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Suicide Squad Trailer Now Online Officially

Following the leaked Comic-Con trailer, WB has now officially released the Suicide Squad trailer.

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Full X-Men: Apocalypse Comic-Con Trailer Leaks Online

Joining Suicide Squad and Deadpool, now the full X-Men: Apocalypse trailer has leaked online.

Update: official images have been released.

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Comic-Con: New Suicide Squad Logo Revealed

In addition to the Suicide Squad Comic-Con trailer, a new logo has been released as well.

Check out the image, which features a smily face as part of the “Q.”

The cast also made a brief appearance at the SDCC.

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Wesley Snipes Says More Blade Is A Strong Possibility; Teases Netflix (Video)

A couple of days ago saw Wesley Snipes mention he has been in talks with Marvel for more Blade, and now in the above video mentions a further possibility.

While promoting his latest TV series, The Player, IGN asks Wesley Snipes about more Blade.

“I can break this story right now,” Wesley Snipes said, which looks to be taken as sarcasm. “Marvel and I, Wesley Snipes, have decided to have further conversations doing another Blade.”

Snipes then took a slightly more serious approach continuing: “It’s a topic of conversation. It’s inescapable. They have their agenda. We have ours. We are both moving in an accelerated pace to create magic, so we’ll see if it all matches up. There’s a strong possibility, but if not, we have another project that’s going to rock ’em… that will stand toe-to-toe with Blade.”

With Snipes mentioning another project, he’s asked about having interest playing potential other characters, but is pretty mum.

“Yes, there are, but we’ll leave that for our next meeting,” Snipes said. “We’ll talk about that a little later.”

With Daredevil being such a success, Snipes is asked about the possibility of Blade appearing in some capacity on Netflix, with his answer perhaps hinting that is what the talks are about with Marvel.

“You mean Blade on Netflix without Wesley?” Snipes questioned with a laugh. “It will never work. I can’t see that working at all [laughs].”

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Jaimie Alexander Thinks Wonder Woman Will Kick Butt; Confirms Thor 3 (Video)

With Jaimie Alexander currently starring on the new NBC series Blindspot, will Sif have time for appearances in the MCU?

MTV caught up wit Alexander at Comic-Con where the actress confirms Sif will be in Thor: Ragnarok.

“Yes,” Alexander replies.

Jaimie Alexander is also asked about the scope of her role in Thor 3, in which she replies, “I don’t know the answer to that question, but I know I’m in it.”

Earlier at Comic-Con also saw a new trailer debut for Batman Vs. Superman offering a first look at Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman.

“I’m sure she can [kick ass],” Alexander says about Gadot playing the Amazonian Princess. “I know what kind of work goes into those films, and you train. You work out a lot, and you make sure you do what you say you can do. I’m sure that she will kick ass.”

“Thor: Ragnarok” has a November 3, 2017 release.

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DC Comics Announces Aquaman & The Flash Earth One GNs At Comic-Con

DC Co-Publishers Jim Lee and Dan DiDio announced two new “Earth One” original graphic noves at Comic-Con with J. Michael Strazynski following up his best-selling Superman: Earth One tale with a new look at the Scarlet Speedster in Flash: Earth One.

In addition, Francis Manapul (Detective Comics) will provide his take on the King of the Seas in Aquaman: Earth One.

Look for more details soon.

Our first *glimpse* of AQUAMAN: EARTH ONE from @FrancisManapul! #Aquaman #SDCC pic.twitter.com/h0XYDyBq1O

— The Aquaman Shrine (@AquamanShrine) July 12, 2015

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First Look At Colossus From Deadpool Comic-Con Trailer

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Last night saw the Deadpool Comic-Con trailer leak online, and now a better video of Colossus has hit the net.

Colossus is played by a CGI-suit-wearing actor.

Check the video about below.

“Deadpool” has a February 12, 2016 release directed by Tim Miller starring Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool, TJ Miller as Weasel, Gina Carano as Angel Dust, Brianna Hildebrand as Negasonic Teenage Warhead, Morena Baccarin as Copycat and Ed Skrein as Ajax.

Synopsis:

Based upon Marvel Comics’ most unconventional anti-hero, DEADPOOL tells the origin story of former Special Forces operative turned mercenary Wade Wilson, who after being subjected to a rogue experiment that leaves him with accelerated healing powers, adopts the alter ego Deadpool. Armed with his new abilities and a dark, twisted sense of humor, Deadpool hunts down the man who nearly destroyed his life.

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Two More Batman Vs. Superman T-Shirts Revealed For Comic-Con

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DC revealed two more Batman Vs. Superman t-shirts for Comic-Con.

In total, four t-shirts are currently available for a limited time from Junk Food.

Here are the front and back’s of the last two:

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Green Lantern Corps & Ezra Miller The Flash Concept Art From Comic-Con

Check out a better peek at concept art that was revealed at the WB Comic-Con panel of the Green Lantern Corps movie and of Ezra Miller as Barry Allen from The Flash DCU movie.

WB showed off a video promoting its upcoming slate of movies.

The Flash movie hits in 2018; with the Green Lantern reboot coming out in 2020.

Best Screengrab I could do from that live stream of #GreenLantern and #TheFlash Chris Pine and Ezra Miller? pic.twitter.com/GZG0u8BEcW

— Caleb Williams (@KnightGambit) July 11, 2015

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Watch: Into The Badlands Comic-Con Trailer

AMC has released a Comic-Con trailer for their all-new original series Into The Badlands.

Into the Badlands is a genre-bending martial arts series very loosely based on the classic Chinese tale Journey to the West. In a land controlled by feudal barons, Into the Badlands tells the story of a great warrior and a young boy who embark on a journey across a dangerous land to find enlightenment.

The series premiers in November starring Daniel Wu, Marton Csokas, Emily Beecham, Aramis Knight and Orla Brady.

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Heroes Reborn Comic-Con Trailer

Check out the full trailer above for Heroes Reborn, which premiers September 24 at 8/7c on NBC.

Synopsis:

“A year ago, a terrorist attack in Odessa, Texas, left the city decimated. Blamed for the tragic event, those with extraordinary abilities are in hiding or on the run from those with nefarious motives. Two such vigilantes include Luke (Zachary Levi, “Chuck”) and Joanne (Judith Shekoni, “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2”), who are seeking to avenge a tragic loss.

Noah Bennet, aka H.R.G. (Jack Coleman, “Heroes”), has gone off the grid but conspiracy theorist Quentin Frady (Henry Zebrowski, “A to Z”) finds him and opens his eyes to the truth behind the Odessa tragedy. While in hiding, some are discovering their newfound skills. Awkward teen Tommy (Robbie Kay, “Once Upon a Time”) just wants to be normal and win the girl of his dreams, Emily (Gatlin Green, “Criminal Minds”), but normalcy is virtually impossible after learning of a new ability that terrifies him. Coming from a very sheltered upbringing, a bold and ethereal teenager, Malina (Danika Yarosh, “Shameless”), has been told she is destined for greatness. In Tokyo, a quiet and unique young woman, Miko (Kiki Sukezane, “Death Yankee 3”), is trying to track down her missing father while hiding an extraordinary secret that will make her a force to bereckoned with. Elsewhere, a different type of hero is emerging through former soldier Carlos (Ryan Guzman, “The Boy Next Door”). Meanwhile, Erica (Rya Kihlstedt, “Masters of Sex”), the head of the highly successful tech conglomerate Renautas, has an agenda of her own.

For better or for worse, some are fated to cross paths with assorted heroes of the past, including Hiro Nakamura (Masi Oka), Matt Parkman (Greg Grunberg), Mohinder Suresh (Sendhil Ramamurthy) and the Haitian (Jimmy Jean-Louis), among others. Yet, together, their ultimate destiny is nothing less than saving the world and mankind.”

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Watch: ‘Archer’ Mocks Ant-Man, Batman Vs. Superman & Star Wars For Comic-Con

Animated half-hour comedy.

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