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Real Life Superheroes

Mookie — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 18:40:49 +0000

I’m a huge fan of super heroes in comics, movies and TV, but there are those who aren’t content to live the caped lifestyle vicariously. Like Dave “Kick-Ass” Lizewski, the members of the Real Life Super Hero Project have decided to take matters into their own hands to make the world a better place. Calling their cause Creative Altruism, most of them have the good sense to save the day through activism and volunteer works, though MSNBC reports that there are a few whose good intentions are less than welcome.

Masked people at crime scenes is a recipe for disaster, Seattle police Detective Jeff Kappel said, noting that officers often arrive at chaotic scenes where they must quickly sort out suspects from victims and bystanders.

“Put yourself in our shoes,” he said. “… We don’t know who we’re dealing with when we show up.”

Personally, I think the cause is crazy awesome when it doesn’t interfere with actual law enforcement or needlessly endanger innocent bystanders, so check them out. Also keep an eye out for the documentary Superheroes, which premiered last month at the Slamdance film festival and may see wider distribution this summer.

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Coming Soon: Star Trek Salt and Pepper Shakers

Mookie — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 20:34:50 +0000

The dinner table needs more galactic peace and prosperity so you can boldly season your favorite foods. StarTrek.com reports that these Enterprise and shuttlecraft salt and pepper shakers will be available early next year for $15.

Holiday Soundtrack Releases: Batman Returns, Star Trek V

Mookie — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 09:31:05 +0000

La-La Land Records has announced that a limited number of special edition soundtracks will be available starting today for Batman Returns, Home Alone, Jade and Star Trek V: The Final Frontier. The limited edition sets will go on sale and start shipping at 1PM Pacific.

BATMAN RETURNS: LIMITED EDITION (2CD-SET)

La-La Land’s Expanded Archival Collection returns to Gotham for this 2CD remastered and expanded presentation of Danny Elfman’s magnificent score to the 1992 Warner Bros. motion picture blockbuster BATMAN RETURNS, starring Michael Keaton, Michelle Pfeiffer and Danny DeVito, directed by Tim Burton. Composer Elfman (BATMAN, MARS ATTACKS, WANTED, ALICE IN WONDERLAND) revisits his iconic theme and expertly weaves it into a sumptuous musical experience, bringing to life the film’s breathtaking action and rich emotional and psychological underpinnings. Produced by Neil S. Bulk, Dan Goldwasser and MV Gerhard and mastered by James Nelson from Shawn Murphy’s first generation three-track digital mixes, this limited edition release features more than 30 minutes of previously unreleased music, including alternate cues. The in-depth, exclusive liner notes are by John Takis and the art direction is by David C. Fein. This release is limited to 3500 Units.

STAR TREK V: THE FINAL FRONTIER: LIMITED EDITION (2CD-SET)

La-La Land Records, in association with Sony Music and Paramount Pictures, presents the expanded 2CD-SET of Jerry Goldsmith’s (PATTON, THE OMEN, FIRST KNIGHT, THE EDGE) rousing orchestral score to the 1989 Paramount Pictures motion picture STAR TREK V: THE FINAL FRONTIER, starring William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy and DeForest Kelly, directed by William Shatner. Produced for La-La Land Records by Lukas Kendall, Mike Matessino, and Didier C. Deutsch, supervised by Bruce Botnick and Ken Hall, and mastered by Vic Anesini at Battery Studios, this comprehensive presentation of Goldsmith’s score features more than 45 minutes of previously unreleased music, including alternate cues. The original 1989 soundtrack release is also included here. In-depth, exclusive liner notes by Jeff Bond and Lukas Kendall take you behind the movie and its music. Bruce Botnick also contributes exclusive comments. Art direction is by Mark Banning. This is a limited edition of 5000 Units.

Via Film Score Monthly

McFly Future Cap

Mookie — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 11:50:38 +0000

Let’s face it: Marty McFly was stylish. In his Calvin Klein underwear, stonedwashed jeans and life-preserver vest, he’s lightly dated, but still looks good. Head to the far off 2015, and his son shows us how we’ll be dressing when we finally get there. You can get ready for future fashions with the Back to the Future Marty McFly Hat Prop Replica from Entertainment Earth.

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Morning Glories on the Cheap

Mookie — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 22:56:25 +0000

My favorite comic series of 2010 has been Nick Spencer’s Morning Glories:

Morning Glory Academy is one of the most prestigious prep schools in the country. But behind its hallowed doors, something sinister and deadly lurks. When six brilliant but troubled new students arrive, they find themselves trapped and desperately seeking answers in a place where nothing is what it seems to be!

Shadowline and Image have announced a double dip discount for the series. The trade paperback, collecting the first six issues will be released on February 16, 2011 at the affordable introductory price of $9.99. A week later, Morning Glories #7 will ship and drops the cover price from $3.50 to $2.99. According to Spencer, “Issue 7 starts a new story arc, making it the perfect jumping-on point for new fans.”

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Batman Live World Arena Tour

Mookie — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 18:44:38 +0000

Those lucky Brits will be the first to see Batman Live, a live action arena show:

Based on an original story being created exclusively for the show, Batman Live is a theatrical extravaganza of thrilling stunts, acrobatic acts and illusions. Never before has Gotham City, Wayne Manor, the Batcave and Arkham Asylum been brought to life on stage in a more visually exciting way. Join Batman and Robin as they battle their nemesis The Joker and other super-villains such as The Riddler, Catwoman, The Penguin, Two-Face and Harley Quinn, set on destroying Gotham City.

Totally authentic, bold and awe-inspiring, Batman Live will be a completely new way to experience the world of Batman. This is one adventure you do not want to miss!

If this makes it to Vegas, I am absolutely going!

Holiday Soundtrack Releases: Batman Returns, Star Trek V

Young Justice Preview on MTV.com

Mookie — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 10:24:02 +0000

The new animated Young Justice series premieres on Cartoon Network on November 26 at 7 PM Eastern with a one hour episode. Check out the six minute preview at MTV’s Splash Page, where you can see the classic teams of Batman and Robin, Green Arrow and Speedy, and Flash and Kid Flash in action. The preview looks more like the various Bruce Tim and Paul Dini DC animated series than Teen Titans, but I’m just happy to see DC super teams on the screen again.

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Marvel Parties with Retailers for 70th Anniversary

Mookie — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:02:29 +0000

Marvel is celebrating 70 years in the biz with creators and retailers across the country. According to Marvel:

On August 11, 2009, comic fans all over will celebrate Marvel’s 70th Anniversary at their local comic shops and we’ve got the complete list of participating retailers.

Click here to download a full list of retailers participating in Marvel 70th Anniversary parties, offering exclusive limited edition variants, early on sale release of THE MARVELS PROJECT #1, special sales, and more!

All retailer parties begin at 9 p.m. local time. As a special thank you to retailers, Marvel is sending a limited edition CAPTAIN AMERICA: REBORN #2 70TH ANNIVERSARY FRAME VARIANT to all participating stores!

Plus, at select Barnes & Noble STORES across the country, you can meet Marvel’s most popular creators, sit in on Q&A sessions and get your favorite comics autographed. All events begin at 7 p.m. local time. As a special added bonus, all participating Barnes and Noble locations will feature guest appearances by major Marvel Characters!

NYC
SPECIAL GUESTS IRON MAN AND SPIDER-MAN

150 E 86TH Street
New York, NY

Joe Quesada
Chris Claremont
Greg Pak
Klaus Janson
Fred Van Lente

ATLANTA
SPECIAL GUEST WOLVERINE

2900 Peachtree Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30305

Daniel Way
Paul Jenkins
Mark Bagley

LA
SPECIAL GUEST HULK

The Grove at Farmer’s Market
189 Grove Drive Suite K 30
Los Angeles, CA 90036

Jeph Loeb
Craig Kyle
Chris Yost
Mark Waid

PORTLAND
SPECIAL GUEST ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN

Clackamas Towne Center
12000 SE 82nd Avenue
Portland, OR 97266

Brian Michael Bendis
Jeff Parker
Rick Remender

SEATTLE
SPECIAL GUEST CAPTAIN AMERICA

2675 NE University Village Street
Seattle, WA 98105

Ed Brubaker
Clayton Crain

Unfortunately, it looks like my home state of Iowa is getting snubbed. I’m sure the guys at Mayhem in Ames or Daydreams in Iowa City would be thrilled to be part of it. And yet, they’re gonna be at Space Cat here in San Jose, which is a fairly ghetto cross between a comic shop and a pawn shop. For more info on the House of Ideas’ 70th Anniversary, head over to the official site.

There Will Be an Iron Man 3

Mookie — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:49:42 +0000

While we’re all waiting for Iron Man 2, director Jon Favreau is already talking Iron Man 3 with Digital Spy.

He said: “There’s an Iron Man 3. Here’s how I know. When they make the option deals, they include Iron Man 3. So I know they’re planning on 3. Whether that would be before or after Avengers, they’ve announced that Avengers is next but they pushed back The Avengers once, which I thought was encouraging.”

Shouldn’t come as a surprise, since almost every super hero franchise that makes it to the first sequel goes on to see a third. Let’s just hope that quality goes the distance, unlike X-Men.

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Green Lantern: First Flight Clip from UGO

Mookie — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 01:53:18 +0000

Warner Brothers has given UGO two minutes of footage from the upcoming DVD release Green Lantern: First Flight. DC has been cranking out awesome DVD animated features for a couple of years now, and GL looks no different. The DVD will be released on Tuesday, July 28 on DVD (Single-Disc and Two-Disc Special Edition), Blu-ray and Video on Demand.

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