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The best and worst comic book movies of 2009 (and your chance to vote)
21 December 2009 6:10 PM, PST
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On a recent edition of TV review show Film 2009, presenter Jonathan Ross bizarrely (and erroneously) bemoaned the lack of superhero films this year.
Well, 2008 may have had two blockbusters in the form of Iron Man and the headline-dominating entity that was The Dark Knight but this year certainly hasn't been devoid of superheroes on the screen or, more broadly, comic book movie adaptations.
We've had Watchmen and Wolverine along with a few other titles derived from lesser-known comics, not to mention several big movies that have also crossed over into the comic book realm through printed prequels and tie-ins.
So, let's take a look at this year's comic book movies - and then you get a chance to vote for the one you thought was the worst of the bunch.
First, the films whose characters and/or stories were derived from comics:
Watchmen
(Based on Alan Moore's comic series
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New G.I. Joe Cartoon in the Works?
10 December 2009 11:31 AM, PST
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Sometimes news breaks in the oddest of ways…
MTV pointed us to a podcast over at Moonbase 2, where cartoon/video game voice actor Michael Bell (you have to check out his filmography Here) was talking about a particular audition he had just completed…to voice the character of General Hawk in an upcoming G.I. Joe cartoon series!
According to MTV’s report (I haven’t listened to the whole podcast yet), Bell -- who has previously voiced G.I. Joe characters like Duke and Lift-Ticket -- said the following:
“I just read for a character named General Hawk,” said Bell. “I’d love to get it. It’s 26 [episodes]. I’d absolutely love to get it, but I’m not going to kill myself if I don’t get it. But I’d love to get it, it’d be great fun.”
As MTV’s Josh Wigler points out, based on that
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Is There A New 'G.I. Joe' Animated Series In The Works?
9 December 2009 12:00 PM, PST
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Even if "G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra" wasn't universally embraced by longtime fans of the cartoon, comic book and action figure franchise, those very fans at least had the earlier release of "G.I. Joe: Resolute" — an animated movie written by Warren Ellis — to latch onto.
In fact, the idea of a sequel to "Resolute" is probably more exciting to a lot of fans than a sequel to "Rise of Cobra." While details are still unclear regarding further installments of both projects, it appears that some sort of new animated adventure is in the works for the "G.I. Joe" series.
The Moonbase 2 podcast recently interviewed Michael Bell, the voice actor behind Duke, Major Bludd, Lift-Ticket and other characters from the original "G.I. Joe" television series. During the interview, Bell dropped something of a bombshell by revealing that he'd just auditioned for a role in a new "Joe" series.
"I just
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- Josh Wigler
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TV News: Fringe Gets a Mom, Sheldon Lands a Cougar on The Big Bang Theory, and a New G.I. Joe Cartoon?
9 December 2009 1:58 AM, PST
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While we usually like to post every news story as a separate article, sometimes it’s a lot easier to group shorter stories together. Saying that, if you’re a fan of Fringe, The Big Bang Theory, or G.I. Joe cartoons, I’ve got some news to share.
The first bit of news comes from Michael Bell (the voice of Duke on the G.I. Joe cartoon series in the 1980’s) via Toynewsi. In a recent podcast, Bell said he has auditioned for the voice of General Hawk for a brand new 26 episode run of G.I. Joe. While it is unclear if the new show will be similar to G.I. Joe: Resolute or more like the 80’s cartoon, with voice casting underway, expect an announcement soon.
For fans of Fringe, EW is reporting Irish actress Orla Brady (pictured after the jump) has landed the role of Peter’s mom/Walter Bishop’s wife on Fringe.
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Archaia's The Devil's Handshake Now Available
25 November 2009
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If you're looking for something a bit different, say... a pulp comic book adventure with flesh eating cannibals, murderous ghouls and possibly the devil himself, then Archaia's The Devil's Handshake might be right up your alley.
From the same creative team behind the popular Spooks comic franchise, The Devil's Handshake reunites creator and co-writer Ryan Schifrin ( Abominable ), co-writer and G.I. Joe godfather Larry Hama, and artist Adam Archer.
The Devil's Handshake is the story of two adventurous British jewel thieves named Alaric Moebius and Basil Fox, who have been tricked into stealing artifacts from around the world by a man who might just be the Devil himself! On an adventure that takes them from the volcanoes of New Guinea to the wastelands of the Saharan
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New On DVD This Week
10 November 2009 4:15 PM, PST
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Here’s a list of some of the new movie and TV shows coming to DVD and Blu-ray this week that we’re looking forward to seeing. Also, there’s some classic, and not-so-classic, movies hitting Blu-ray for the first time this week as well.
Of all the new releases, we’re particularly interested in the Blu-ray versions of movies and TV shows such as Michael Mann’s awesome film Heat (shown above with Robert De Nero and Val Kilmer), Logan’s Run, Up, Monsters, Inc. and the Watchmen “Ultimate” Cut. Plus, there’s the second volume of Batman: The Brave and the Bold coming out this week as well.
Check them out:
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The Accidental Husband ~ Uma Thurman, Colin Firth, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, and Sam Shepard (DVD and Blu-ray)
The General (1926) (Silent) ~ Buster Keaton (Blu-ray)
Heat ~ Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Val Kilmer (Blu-ray)
Logan’s Run ~ Michael York
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- Joe Gillis
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Exclusive Video: New G.I. Joe: The Complete Series DVD Clip
5 November 2009 5:02 PM, PST
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We have a brand new exclusive clip from G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero - The Complete Series Collector's Set, which will come to DVD in a special "foot locker" 17-disc set on November 10. Click below for our exclusive clip, which features the Joes going to Hollywood to film a movie.
G.I. Joe is the code name for America's daring highly-trained special missions force. Its purpose: to defend human freedom against Cobra, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world!
1n 1983 Hasbro made a bold statement when it launched its classic toy line of action heroes as an adventure-based team of unique characters, each with his - and her - own specialties. And because it captured the imaginations and hearts of boys and girls aspiring to make a difference in the world, G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero was an immediate success lasting over 25 incredible years.
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'G.I. Joe' Rises With A Bang, Denzel Catches A Train And More In The DVD Report For November 3
3 November 2009 9:00 AM, PST
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After weeks of rather lackluster releases ("Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" being a prominent exception), we finally have a Tuesday jam-packed with first-run titles and notable catalog additions. From the on-screen debut of an elite military team to John Cusack's ode to love, we're covering them all in this DVD Report for Tuesday, November 3.
For any child of the '80s, the thought of "G.I. Joe" receiving the theatrical treatment was an intriguing proposition, and one fraught with worry. And for die-hard fans of writer Larry Hama's epic "G.I. Joe" comic book run, it was especially scary. In stark contrast to the campy animated series, Hama infused his 155-issue run with deeply developed character arcs, ever-twisting conspiracies and, to his credit, pulled no punches when it came to violence and death. Which "G.I. Joe" would the film rely on for its story and tone? While producers insisted they'd
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Exclusive: 'G.I. Joe: Resolute' comic by Larry Hama!
21 October 2009 4:45 AM, PDT
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In conjunction with the release of the animated G.I. Joe: Resolute
on DVD November 3rd, we have an exclusive G.I. Joe: Resolute comic story written by legendary G.I. Joe writer Larry Hama and inspired by the series.
Featuring a more sophisticated animation style and story than prior animation and intended for the adult fan that grew up with the brand in the 80’s, G.I Joe: Resolute is an intense vision of the raging battle between the G.I. Joe team and the menacing Cobra organization.
Hasbro developed the bold, state-of-the-art animation with executive producer Sam Register as well as a dynamic creative team including Joaquim Dos Santos, a veteran animation director, who worked closely with award-winning comic writer Warren Ellis, who penned the story. This highly regarded team brings an edgy, intense feel to the animation, which features the most popular characters from the
G.I. Joe vs. Cobra saga such as Duke,
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Idw to reprint classic 'G.I. Joe' comics
7 October 2009 6:16 PM, PDT
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Idw Publishing is reprinting classic issues of the original G.I. Joe comic series, editor Andy Schmidt has revealed. Classic G.I. Joe Volume 6 is a graphic novel compilation featuring the work of critically acclaimed writer Larry Hama. It also features early contributions from Rod Whigham, Andy Mushynsky and Spawn creator Todd McFarlane. "It's a shame that these industry-changing issues have never been collected previously - and obviously we're extremely proud to be the ones to bring (more)
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G.I. Joe: The Complete Series Comes to Stores on November 10th
30 September 2009 8:03 AM, PDT
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You can bring home a highly-popular animated series home in one, huge collecible boxed set. G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero: The Complete Series will be released on DVD on November 10. We previously announced this DVD set for a July 21 release, but the set was only available directly through Shout! Factory and, starting on November 10, you can pick up the set at retail outlets. The 17-disc set will be priced at $179.99 Srp and you can take a look at the images and video of this release and all of the special features below.
G.I. Joe is the code name for America's daring highly-trained special missions force. Its purpose: to defend human freedom against Cobra, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world!
1n 1983 Hasbro made a bold statement when it launched its classic toy line of action heroes as an adventure-based team of unique characters, each with his
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No ‘Masters of the Universe’ for Warner Brothers
10 September 2009 10:19 AM, PDT
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It looks like we might be waiting a little longer for another ‘Masters of the Universe’ film. According to Variety, Warner Brothers and Mattel are parting ways on the adaptation due to differences on the direction of the project. WB and producer Joel Silver have been working on getting the film completed since 2007.
Mattel is taking back sole rights to the property, while ‘Kung Fu Panda’ director John Stevenson is still on board to helm the film. No telling who Mattel may turn to to get the project off the ground. They could be growing desperate, since a ‘Masters of the Universe’ re-adaptation has been in the works for a number of years. The latest script treatment, titled ‘Grayskull,’ on the project came from Justin Marks, who has also had a script for ‘Voltron’ ending up in development hell.
While the idea of a floating property like ‘Masters of the
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Warner Brothers No Longer Master of He-Man's Universe
10 September 2009 7:08 AM, PDT
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With the box office success of movies based on toys like Transformers and G.I. Joe, the re-invention of another iconic toy line, Mattel's Masters of the Universe, seemed like a no-brainer. But adapting the adventures of He-Man and his battles against the evil Skeletor have proven to be quite the challenge, and it looks like these difficulties have finally taken their toll on Warner Bros. Variety reports that WB and Mattel reached a mutual agreement to let the studio's option on this property expire so that Mattel can take the project elsewhere. But what exactly does this mean for director John Stevenson and producer Joel Silver?
Word on the street is that Stevenson will stay attached to the project, but Joel Silver and his company Silver Pictures (being exclusive to WB) will stay behind. More than likely this separation should benefit Mattel in that they'll get the project they want.
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Sneak Peek: Hama & Schifrin's The Devil's Handshake
2 September 2009
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Writers Larry Hama ( G.I. Joe ) and Ryan Schifrin ( Abominable ) are introducing a new genre title to the comic book medium: "The Devil's Handshake." The two previously collaborated together on "Spooks" at Devil's Due Publishing and have now set up shop at Archaia with artists Adam Archer ("Spooks") and Lizzy John ("Halloween") for this 48-page one-shot.
The tale follows renowned treasure hunters Alaric Moebius and Basil Fox embark on an adventure that takes them from the deepest jungles of New Guinea to the deserts of Lybia in search of a mysterious hidden pyramid that contains the power to end the world.
"The Devil's Handshake" ships in October and will retail for $5.95. Click below for a 7-page preview!
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Xbox 360 Review - G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra
27 August 2009 10:46 AM, PDT
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Nostalgia can be a great thing when done right and reproduced in small doses. For example, wearing a jersey of a legendary basketball, baseball or football player is a welcomed throwback. However, some things, no matter how great, should be left in the past, especially if the person drumming up the old memories doesn’t respect the original work. For children of the 80s, G.I. Joe was one thing – real. Sure, nobody died in the cartoon due to those nifty heat-dodging lasers, but children saw these animated characters as real life Real American Heroes. We forgave the censors for banning blood on TV and knew that the possibility of death was real. Even some members of my team will constantly remind me that in Larry Hama’s original Joe’s comic, Major Blood killed General Flagg.
Growing up I always wanted to see a G.I. Joe real life movie. But,
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- Terry Boyden
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The new Batman videogame: Does 'Arkham Asylum' deserve all the accolades?
25 August 2009 12:56 PM, PDT
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Reviewers and gamers are going c-r-a-z-y over Batman: Arkham Asylum. The game, which went on sale today, is terrific: It masterfully weaves together a compelling storyline by veteran Bat-scribe Paul Dini, bone-crunching fisticuffs, vintage Bat-gadgets, oft-neglected detective work, and a satisfying turnout by the Dark Knight’s colorful rogue’s gallery (headlined by a Mark Hamill-voiced Joker). But I'm still surprised by how much attention it's getting.
The shocker, of course, is that the game has risen above the skepticism people usually have with movie- and comic book–licensed games. Just in the last few months, games based on Wolverine, Transformers, Terminator, Harry Potter, Indiana Jones, G.I. Joe, and Ghostbusters have underperformed, underwhelmed, or have flat-out flopped. Some of the backlash against these games was overly harsh — I actually enjoyed a lot of them, and I think the majority of the gaming audience didn’t give these games
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- Gary Eng Walk
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From The Creators Of Spooks Comes The Devil's Handshake!
19 August 2009 4:58 PM, PDT
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The creative team behind the Devil's Due Publishing horror/action comic book series Spooks is back with a new book for Archaia Entertainment called The Devil's Handshake. Below's a quick synopsis on the book along with the cover artwork for Issue 1 which hits comic book shelves this October:
The Devil’S Handshake
(W) Larry Hama and Ryan Schifrin (A) Adam Archer and Lizzy John
Larry Hama, the legendary mastermind behind G.I. Joe, makes his debut at Archaia! In this standalone tale, renowned treasure hunters Alaric Moebius and Basil Fox embark on an adventure that takes them from the deepest jungles of New Guinea to the deserts of Lybia in search of a mysterious hidden pyramid that contains the power to end the world! Featuring breathtaking art by Adam Archer (Spooks) and Lizzy John (Rest, Halloween), this unforgettable one-shot introduces readers to a terrifying, exciting new world created by Ryan Schifrin (Spooks)! Shipping in October.
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Preview: The Devil's Handshake
19 August 2009 12:55 AM, PDT
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The same team behind Spooks! is at it once again, and this time they're getting set to deliver to horror comic readers the goods in the form of a Devil's Handshake. Interested? You should be. We've got a seven-page preview to whet your fright-loving whistle!
Larry Hama, the legendary mastermind behind G.I. Joe, makes his debut at Archaia! In this standalone tale renowned treasure hunters Alaric Moebius and Basil Fox embark on an adventure that takes them from the deepest jungles of New Guinea to the deserts of Libya in search of a mysterious hidden pyramid that contains the power to end the world! Featuring breathtaking art by Adam Archer (Spooks) and Lizzy John (Rest, Halloween), this unforgettable one-shot introduces readers to a terrifying, exciting new world created by Ryan Schifrin (Spooks)!
Look for the Devil's Handshake to begin shipping in October. In the interim dig on the panels below.
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Fan Film Friday: The Ballad of G.I. Joe
14 August 2009 11:15 AM, PDT
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Though we try to keep things fresh here at the site, especially with our features like Fan Film Friday, sometimes it’s hard to skip over things that are quite well done, even when they aren’t really topical anymore. Though G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra is already week-old news, we felt that this week’s fan film needed to be a little musical number from our friends at Funny or Die called The Ballad of G.I. Joe.
Continuing the trend of filling their skits with a who’s who of Hollywood, the Ballad includes names that will pretty much blow your socks off. Names like Alexis Bledel as Lady Jaye, Billy Crudup as Zartan, Zach Galifiankais as Snow Job, Tony Hale as Dr. Mindbender, Vinnie Jones as Destro, Chuck Liddell as Gung Ho, Julianne Moore as Scarlett, Henry Rollins as Duke, Alan Tudyk as Shipwreck, Olivia Wilde as The Baroness,
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- Matt Raub
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The Pull List Comic Reviews: ‘Blackest Night’, ‘Uncanny X-Men’ and ‘G.I. Joe Special: Helix’
13 August 2009 11:30 AM, PDT
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Pull of the Week:
Blackest Night #2 – DC – $3.99
Score: 8.0
As mentioned yesterday in Dave Press’ Weekly Comic Book Recommendations, this was a big week for DC’s Blackest Night event between Blackest Night #2, Blackest Night: Batman #1 and Green Lantern Corps #39. A previous Pull of the Week with issue #1, Blackest Night #2 continues the eerie first chapter of this horror tale.
After Hawkman and Hawkgirl have been attacked and killed by the Black Lanterns Elongated Man and Sue Dibny, the Atom desperately begs for Hawkman to pick up the phone unaware of his fate. Over in Gotham, Commissioner Gordon stands atop the police headquarters next to the Bat-Symbol with his daughter Barbara awaiting sunrise before Hal Jordan lands on it as a result of his fight with Martian Manhunter.
In Amnesty Bay, Mera and Tempest, the wife and son of Aquaman look to move their king’s remains to the sea only to find the grave desecrated.
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- John Carle
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