Zack Snyder’s Dceu received praise for its boldness but also faced criticism, particularly for actor choices and creative liberties with the source material.
In a recent interview with Happy, Sad, Confused, Snyder expressed his determination to continue despite the Dceu’s reboot. He still has his sights set on several comic book movies he’d like to tackle.
During the interview, Snyder disclosed that he came close to directing the Wolverine movie but remains open to the idea, asserting he “could for sure do that.” However, finding the right actor poses a challenge, a sentiment many would agree with.
Surprisingly, he expressed interest in adapting Elektra to live-action. Despite the character’s appearance in previous projects, Elektra’s solo movie was poorly received and nearly derailed Jennifer Garner’s career. Additionally, Snyder reiterated his readiness to direct ‘The Dark Knight Returns.’
Elektra is like, well, Elektra Lives Again really...
In a recent interview with Happy, Sad, Confused, Snyder expressed his determination to continue despite the Dceu’s reboot. He still has his sights set on several comic book movies he’d like to tackle.
During the interview, Snyder disclosed that he came close to directing the Wolverine movie but remains open to the idea, asserting he “could for sure do that.” However, finding the right actor poses a challenge, a sentiment many would agree with.
Surprisingly, he expressed interest in adapting Elektra to live-action. Despite the character’s appearance in previous projects, Elektra’s solo movie was poorly received and nearly derailed Jennifer Garner’s career. Additionally, Snyder reiterated his readiness to direct ‘The Dark Knight Returns.’
Elektra is like, well, Elektra Lives Again really...
- 5/2/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Zack Snyder’s Dceu was praised for many things, first and foremost being bold, but it was also more often than not criticized. Both for the choices of actors and for the creative freedoms he took with the source material.
Now speaking to Happy, Sad, Confused Snyder revealed that he doesn’t plan on stopping, despite Dceu being largely rebooted there are still quite a few comic book movies he would like to do.
In the interview, Snyder revealed that he was closed to directing the Wolverine movie, but is still open to it stating that he could “for sure do that.” The only difficulty would be to find the right actor, something I think we can only agree with.
He also surprisingly revealed that he would like to adapt Elektra to live-action, the notable female character already appeared in live-action projects, Elektra’s solo movie was so bad it...
Now speaking to Happy, Sad, Confused Snyder revealed that he doesn’t plan on stopping, despite Dceu being largely rebooted there are still quite a few comic book movies he would like to do.
In the interview, Snyder revealed that he was closed to directing the Wolverine movie, but is still open to it stating that he could “for sure do that.” The only difficulty would be to find the right actor, something I think we can only agree with.
He also surprisingly revealed that he would like to adapt Elektra to live-action, the notable female character already appeared in live-action projects, Elektra’s solo movie was so bad it...
- 5/2/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Zack Snyder’s DC tenure is over, as it seems, but he is yet to move on from the glorious legacy he had forged in the DC universe. The director has somewhat given the studio an identity while creating his own universe as we know it as Snyderverse. Currently, Snyder is working with Netflix, but he would go back to DC in a heartbeat for one movie.
Zack Snyder. Credit: Josh Horowitz/Yt
Right now, Snyder has been in a huge conflict with critics as his Rebel Moon franchise has been a critical bomb. Also, a Norse mythology-inspired animated series Twilight of the Gods from the director at Netflix recently got the first image, which revealed that he will be with Netflix for quite a while.
Zack Snyder Would Direct The Dark Night Returns
Zack Snyder. Credits: Wikimedia Commons
If there is one person Zack Snyder adores most in DC,...
Zack Snyder. Credit: Josh Horowitz/Yt
Right now, Snyder has been in a huge conflict with critics as his Rebel Moon franchise has been a critical bomb. Also, a Norse mythology-inspired animated series Twilight of the Gods from the director at Netflix recently got the first image, which revealed that he will be with Netflix for quite a while.
Zack Snyder Would Direct The Dark Night Returns
Zack Snyder. Credits: Wikimedia Commons
If there is one person Zack Snyder adores most in DC,...
- 4/27/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
Comic creator Frank Miller has struck a unique publishing deal with Abrams ComicArts.
The acclaimed graphic novel arm of art and illustration-centric Abrams will now be the book publisher of select titles from Miller’s independent and self-published book company, Frank Miller Presents. Miller, the creator behind The Dark Knight Returns, 300 and Sin City, becomes the latest big comic name to work with the company, which already works with comics author Brian Michael Bendis and comics painter Alex Ross, and is known for such titles as My Friend Dahmer and The Superhero’s Journey.
The first titles to be released under the partnership will hit in fall 2024 and include Ronin Rising, Miller’s sequel to his acclaimed and influential 1983 miniseries Ronin; and the young adult fantasy Pandora. Ronin Rising will be available in two formats, a collector’s edition and a manga edition, via Abrams’s new Kana imprint.
The acclaimed graphic novel arm of art and illustration-centric Abrams will now be the book publisher of select titles from Miller’s independent and self-published book company, Frank Miller Presents. Miller, the creator behind The Dark Knight Returns, 300 and Sin City, becomes the latest big comic name to work with the company, which already works with comics author Brian Michael Bendis and comics painter Alex Ross, and is known for such titles as My Friend Dahmer and The Superhero’s Journey.
The first titles to be released under the partnership will hit in fall 2024 and include Ronin Rising, Miller’s sequel to his acclaimed and influential 1983 miniseries Ronin; and the young adult fantasy Pandora. Ronin Rising will be available in two formats, a collector’s edition and a manga edition, via Abrams’s new Kana imprint.
- 4/24/2024
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Wolverine is the best at what he does. And what he does is self-loathing and swear words. At least, that’s what we see in the latest trailer for Deadpool & Wolverine, courtesy of a returning Hugh Jackman seemingly as the only surviving X-Man from his universe.
The third Deadpool movie has long promised to be an R-rated reunion for 20th Century Fox mutants and a way to bring the X-Men into the MCU, so far the teasers are delivering just that. The first trailer was a cameo-fest full of Deadpool‘s supporting cast and other Fox characters, as well as a few Fox X-Men villains. The second trailer continues this trend, but focuses more on Wolverine. Along the way, we get some deep Marvel winks, many of which fly by so quickly that it takes enhanced senses to catch them.
If you haven’t watched the trailer yet, check it out below:
Now,...
The third Deadpool movie has long promised to be an R-rated reunion for 20th Century Fox mutants and a way to bring the X-Men into the MCU, so far the teasers are delivering just that. The first trailer was a cameo-fest full of Deadpool‘s supporting cast and other Fox characters, as well as a few Fox X-Men villains. The second trailer continues this trend, but focuses more on Wolverine. Along the way, we get some deep Marvel winks, many of which fly by so quickly that it takes enhanced senses to catch them.
If you haven’t watched the trailer yet, check it out below:
Now,...
- 4/22/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
What Do We Know About the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe series Daredevil: Born Again? More in recent weeks than ever before. The sequel to the Netflix street-level superhero series has been one of the most anticipated MCU projects since it was announced. With Vincent D’Onofrio and Charlie Cox already having appeared in Hawkeye, Echo, She-Hulk: Attorney At Law, and Spider-Man: No Way Home, fans have a tease of what they can expect from this new dive into Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk. So, let’s dive in and take a look at what we know about Daredevil: Born Again.
This will be a two-season limited series
Development on Daredevil: Born Again began back in March of 2022. At the time, Matt Corman and Chris Ord were hired as head writers with the aim to create a lighter tone and episodic structure compared to the Netflix series. When filming began in March...
This will be a two-season limited series
Development on Daredevil: Born Again began back in March of 2022. At the time, Matt Corman and Chris Ord were hired as head writers with the aim to create a lighter tone and episodic structure compared to the Netflix series. When filming began in March...
- 4/21/2024
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
Young comic book fans might not realize the significance of the bloody battles and high drama shown in Frank Miller’s graphic novel, but watching Zack Snyder’s timeless epic 300 will never disappoint. But tracing back to Snyder’s 2006 landmark drama that broke new ground at the time of its release, the director revealed how he was initially rejected.
Hollywood filmmaker Zack Snyder (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
Reminiscing the work that went into 300, Zack Snyder recalled convincing Warner Bros. to greenlight the project after long-drawn hesitation. Using clever tricks to persuade WB, Snyder’s methods eventually made their way into Gerard Butler’s movie and turned it into a classic.
Warner Bros. Was Initially Hesitant to Greenlight 300
It’s been more than a decade since Zack Snyder released Gerard Butler’s 300 in 2006. Yet, the movie somehow feels iconic and timeless, which later shaped the cinematic landscape following its release.
Hollywood filmmaker Zack Snyder (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
Reminiscing the work that went into 300, Zack Snyder recalled convincing Warner Bros. to greenlight the project after long-drawn hesitation. Using clever tricks to persuade WB, Snyder’s methods eventually made their way into Gerard Butler’s movie and turned it into a classic.
Warner Bros. Was Initially Hesitant to Greenlight 300
It’s been more than a decade since Zack Snyder released Gerard Butler’s 300 in 2006. Yet, the movie somehow feels iconic and timeless, which later shaped the cinematic landscape following its release.
- 4/20/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
The inherent darkness surrounding Bruce Wayne is one of the most obvious reasons why fans love Batman. And Zack Snyder exploited that trait to the fullest during his tenure at DC. While making the Snyderverse movie Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, the director put Ben Affleck’s Batman in a chaotic situation that was enough to shudder his moral ground.
Ben Affleck as Batman
Batman is so very different from Superman but the character needs to maintain God-like prowess to level up with Superman (who is equivalent to God for humankind) and other heroes infused with superpowers. Snyder was candid enough to reveal his philosophy behind making Affleck’s Batman ruthless in the movie.
Zack Snyder Commented On Making Ben Affleck’s Batman Ruthless Zack Snyder. Credit: PowerfulJRE/Yt
Defying the wildly accepted idea of “Batman can’t kill” was a bold move on Zack Snyder’s part. The...
Ben Affleck as Batman
Batman is so very different from Superman but the character needs to maintain God-like prowess to level up with Superman (who is equivalent to God for humankind) and other heroes infused with superpowers. Snyder was candid enough to reveal his philosophy behind making Affleck’s Batman ruthless in the movie.
Zack Snyder Commented On Making Ben Affleck’s Batman Ruthless Zack Snyder. Credit: PowerfulJRE/Yt
Defying the wildly accepted idea of “Batman can’t kill” was a bold move on Zack Snyder’s part. The...
- 4/20/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
During the extended climax of Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver, the much debated filmmaker not so much winks at his audience as he vigorously shakes us while shouting in our ear, “Do you get the reference?!” The lonely samurai-like character (read: Jedi), Bae Doona’s Nemesis, stands alone against an army of imperial thugs. She lights up her now familiar glowing machetes that are essentially lightsabers by a different hue, and her opponents each switch on their own. The sequence could have appeared in any one of the Star Wars prequels released in the 1990s and 2000s, or many of the Disney+ shows of today. Except of course for the fact that Nemesis’ blades are red while her foes use blue—and when she stabs one of them with the glowy end, actual bodily fluid seems to come out.
On the surface, the imagery is cool,...
On the surface, the imagery is cool,...
- 4/19/2024
- by David Crow
- Den of Geek
Zack Snyder is all set to release the second part of his space opera magnum opus Rebel Moon. The Netflix film is the follow-up to last year’s Chapter 1 – A Child of Fire. The filmmaker has had a busy few years after helming large-scale blockbusters such as Army of the Dead and Justice League.
While Snyder has worked with many A-listers, he reportedly got a call from the legendary star Tom Cruise early in his career while he had just finished 300. The actor reportedly gave him a surprise call after the film opened big at the box office. Cruise was also reportedly Snyder’s first choice to play Ozymandias in his divisive Watchmen adaptation.
Tom Cruise Called Zack Snyder To Congratulate Him On 300’s Success Zack Snyder on the sets of Rebel Moon | Credits: Netflix
Zack Snyder began his career with a remake of Dawn of the Dead. While...
While Snyder has worked with many A-listers, he reportedly got a call from the legendary star Tom Cruise early in his career while he had just finished 300. The actor reportedly gave him a surprise call after the film opened big at the box office. Cruise was also reportedly Snyder’s first choice to play Ozymandias in his divisive Watchmen adaptation.
Tom Cruise Called Zack Snyder To Congratulate Him On 300’s Success Zack Snyder on the sets of Rebel Moon | Credits: Netflix
Zack Snyder began his career with a remake of Dawn of the Dead. While...
- 4/19/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Zack Snyder is almost synonymous with DC Universe, with the legacy of his Snyderverse titles, including Man of Steel. But the director might be in talks for his possible association with DC rival Marvel Studios.
Zack Snyder. Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Snyder has certainly elevated the essence of DC Studios before James Gunn and Peter Safran took over the DC Universe to revamp the entirety of it. Now, Snyder’s association with the company has ended, and his return to the studio is very unlikely.
Zack Snyder May Direct One MCU Female Character
Elektra Natchios. Credit: Marvel Comics
Zack Snyder had a glorious tenure at DC, and the director has gained a loyal and separate fanbase for his works under the banner of the superhero brand. But Snyder was also in talks for helming a Wolverine movie at 20th Century Fox once. However, he admitted that he was not quite close...
Zack Snyder. Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Snyder has certainly elevated the essence of DC Studios before James Gunn and Peter Safran took over the DC Universe to revamp the entirety of it. Now, Snyder’s association with the company has ended, and his return to the studio is very unlikely.
Zack Snyder May Direct One MCU Female Character
Elektra Natchios. Credit: Marvel Comics
Zack Snyder had a glorious tenure at DC, and the director has gained a loyal and separate fanbase for his works under the banner of the superhero brand. But Snyder was also in talks for helming a Wolverine movie at 20th Century Fox once. However, he admitted that he was not quite close...
- 4/19/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
In the latest of “thing from your childhood turned dark, gritty, and violent” news, a new live-action, R-rated Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie is in development, as The Hollywood Reporter details.
Adapting the popular Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin storyline, the film is set to be quite a pivot from last year’s successful animated feature Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem. Tyler Burton Smith — co-writer of the upcoming Boy Kills World and 2019’s Child’s Play — is set to helm the script, while Paramount Pictures will oversee.
Despite its cartoony connotation, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise has surprising precedent for more adult-oriented stories. The original 1984 series launched as a black and white independent comic and was both inspired by and poking fun at the work of Frank Miller, Chris Claremont, and ’80s Marvel. Subsequent toy deals, televised cartoons, and the 1990s films helped to foster a more child-friendly,...
Adapting the popular Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin storyline, the film is set to be quite a pivot from last year’s successful animated feature Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem. Tyler Burton Smith — co-writer of the upcoming Boy Kills World and 2019’s Child’s Play — is set to helm the script, while Paramount Pictures will oversee.
Despite its cartoony connotation, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise has surprising precedent for more adult-oriented stories. The original 1984 series launched as a black and white independent comic and was both inspired by and poking fun at the work of Frank Miller, Chris Claremont, and ’80s Marvel. Subsequent toy deals, televised cartoons, and the 1990s films helped to foster a more child-friendly,...
- 4/11/2024
- by Jonah Krueger
- Consequence - Film News
After the success of last year’s animated hit film Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, Paramount Pictures is keeping turtle power going by putting a new feature project into development.
This one, however, will go beyond the realm of the all-ages material the long-standing property is known for and instead go into gritty, R-rated, territory.
Paramount is developing Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin, adapting a popular storyline seen in the recent Idw comics, as a live-action feature with the intent of making it for an R-rating.
Tyler Burton Smith, who co-wrote the upcoming R-rated action movie Boy Kills World and who wrote the 2019 iteration of Chucky horror franchise Child’s Play, is penning the script.
Walter Hamada is producing through his 18hz production company as part of his multi-year deal with the studio. Hamada is the former head of DC Films who rose through the ranks at New Line,...
This one, however, will go beyond the realm of the all-ages material the long-standing property is known for and instead go into gritty, R-rated, territory.
Paramount is developing Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin, adapting a popular storyline seen in the recent Idw comics, as a live-action feature with the intent of making it for an R-rating.
Tyler Burton Smith, who co-wrote the upcoming R-rated action movie Boy Kills World and who wrote the 2019 iteration of Chucky horror franchise Child’s Play, is penning the script.
Walter Hamada is producing through his 18hz production company as part of his multi-year deal with the studio. Hamada is the former head of DC Films who rose through the ranks at New Line,...
- 4/11/2024
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Batman: The Animated Series, a cornerstone of beloved DC shows, celebrated its 28th anniversary. Batman: The Animated Series was followed by two sequel series — Superman: The Animated Series (1996-2000) and The New Batman Adventures (1997-1999).
A still from Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
These three series, along with several films, make up the DC Animated Universe (Dcau). But what is it about these shows that resonates with fans, even those who typically favor Marvel?
Suggested“Like cutting the fingers off your own baby”: One Dcau Film Had Such Edgy Material it Can’t Ever be “Kid-friendly” for Bruce Timm
All the credit goes to Bruce Timm’s creative prowess. He’s a true veteran in the world of DC animation, and his talent has had a huge impact on fans for over 20 years.
How Bruce Timm Became The Mastermind Behind Iconic Dcau Creations Bruce Timm | Credits: Wikimedia Commons...
A still from Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
These three series, along with several films, make up the DC Animated Universe (Dcau). But what is it about these shows that resonates with fans, even those who typically favor Marvel?
Suggested“Like cutting the fingers off your own baby”: One Dcau Film Had Such Edgy Material it Can’t Ever be “Kid-friendly” for Bruce Timm
All the credit goes to Bruce Timm’s creative prowess. He’s a true veteran in the world of DC animation, and his talent has had a huge impact on fans for over 20 years.
How Bruce Timm Became The Mastermind Behind Iconic Dcau Creations Bruce Timm | Credits: Wikimedia Commons...
- 4/11/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
Even with solid material like the DC comics, Zack Snyder managed to bring his creative originality to the table. From Man Of Steel to Justice League: The Snyder Cut to Watchmen, the filmmaker succeeded in giving these narratives his own unique touch which were also characterized by an R rating that became synonymous with his films.
Hollywood director Zack Snyder (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
In 2023, Snyder directed Rebel Moon based on an original idea that he envisioned for the big screen. This epic space opera did not set the box office on fire but ended up becoming extremely popular on Netflix. Now, the 300 filmmaker is set to release an extended cut of the movie which was originally expected to premier in mid 2024, but has been delayed to allow Snyder to keep his R-rated promise to fans.
Zack Snyder’s Extended Cut Of Rebel Moon Will Potentially See A Late Summer...
Hollywood director Zack Snyder (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
In 2023, Snyder directed Rebel Moon based on an original idea that he envisioned for the big screen. This epic space opera did not set the box office on fire but ended up becoming extremely popular on Netflix. Now, the 300 filmmaker is set to release an extended cut of the movie which was originally expected to premier in mid 2024, but has been delayed to allow Snyder to keep his R-rated promise to fans.
Zack Snyder’s Extended Cut Of Rebel Moon Will Potentially See A Late Summer...
- 4/7/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Gerard Butler has had a varied career so far, with him playing everything from action leads to rom-com love interests to a singing Phantom of the Opera. But, it has to be said that his most consistently entertaining output falls squarely into the action genre, and as far as Gerard Butler movies go, the action films will always be our favorites… so don’t expect to see The Ugly Truth on this list, but The Bounty Hunter might scrape by. Or maybe not. Let’s see how it goes:
300 (2006)
Perhaps The film that put Gerard Butler on the map for most people, particularly the action and comic book crowds. Butler is in peek physical form here, showing off his bod as the ultimate Spartan warrior and proving that he is indeed quite the leading man. His performance here is commanding, a bit in your face (in the right way), and exactly what the film needed.
300 (2006)
Perhaps The film that put Gerard Butler on the map for most people, particularly the action and comic book crowds. Butler is in peek physical form here, showing off his bod as the ultimate Spartan warrior and proving that he is indeed quite the leading man. His performance here is commanding, a bit in your face (in the right way), and exactly what the film needed.
- 4/6/2024
- by Emilie Black
- JoBlo.com
In the world of media speculation and celebrity gossip, it’s not uncommon to hear stories going around about famous faces participating in acts of rebellion or protest. Remember how rumors spread that Irish actor Cillian Murphy had joined in a silent protest against the British monarchy during a meeting with Prince Harry?
Well, a number of media outlets subsequently found out that the viral clip had been doctored, and that the conversation in question did not occur during the actor’s time with the Duke of Sussex.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry in Netflix’s Harry and Meghan
That reminds us of Irish rugby legend Ronan O’Gara, who appeared with his hands in his pockets when he met Queen Elizabeth II in 2009. However, he later cleared the air and refuted the story, stating that he has no “strong feelings” about the monarchy but would like to believe that “my parents” raised him well.
Well, a number of media outlets subsequently found out that the viral clip had been doctored, and that the conversation in question did not occur during the actor’s time with the Duke of Sussex.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry in Netflix’s Harry and Meghan
That reminds us of Irish rugby legend Ronan O’Gara, who appeared with his hands in his pockets when he met Queen Elizabeth II in 2009. However, he later cleared the air and refuted the story, stating that he has no “strong feelings” about the monarchy but would like to believe that “my parents” raised him well.
- 4/6/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Some years ago, Josh Gad received an out of the blue email from Frank Miller, someone whom he had never met.
The legendary comic creator behind The Dark Knight Returns and Sin City asked Gad, the stage and screen actor who is also the voice of Olaf in Disney’s Frozen movies, if he would be interested in writing a comic book. Miller believed Gad would be good at it.
“I was petrified,” Gad tells The Hollywood Reporter. “I didn’t think I was capable of it. Conceptually, I didn’t have a way into it and make personal and create something worthy of people’s time.” He politely replied to Miller and declined his invitation.
In the intervening years, however, Gad found his voice, so to speak. Though Miller is not involved, the actor now has co-written a comic that will be published by indie powerhouse Dark Horse Comics starting June.
The legendary comic creator behind The Dark Knight Returns and Sin City asked Gad, the stage and screen actor who is also the voice of Olaf in Disney’s Frozen movies, if he would be interested in writing a comic book. Miller believed Gad would be good at it.
“I was petrified,” Gad tells The Hollywood Reporter. “I didn’t think I was capable of it. Conceptually, I didn’t have a way into it and make personal and create something worthy of people’s time.” He politely replied to Miller and declined his invitation.
In the intervening years, however, Gad found his voice, so to speak. Though Miller is not involved, the actor now has co-written a comic that will be published by indie powerhouse Dark Horse Comics starting June.
- 4/5/2024
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Killer Collectibles highlights five of the most exciting new horror products announced each and every week, from toys and apparel to artwork, records, and much more.
Here are the coolest horror collectibles unveiled this week!]
RoboCop 2 4K Uhd from Scream Factory
RoboCop 2 will protect the innocent on 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray on June 18 via Scream Factory. The 1990 sequel has been newly scanned in 4K from the original camera negative with Dolby Vision.
Irvin Kershner (Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back) directs from a script by comic book legend Frank Miller and Walon Green (Eraser). Peter Weller returns to star with Nancy Allen, Dan O’Herlihy, Tom Noonan, Belinda Bauer, and Gabriel Damon.
Special features include: commentaries by CG supervisor Paul M. Sammon and the RoboDoc: The Creation of RoboCop documentarians; Corporate Wars: The Making of RoboCop 2; Machine Parts: The FX of RoboCop 2; Ocp Declassified; and more.
Species...
Here are the coolest horror collectibles unveiled this week!]
RoboCop 2 4K Uhd from Scream Factory
RoboCop 2 will protect the innocent on 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray on June 18 via Scream Factory. The 1990 sequel has been newly scanned in 4K from the original camera negative with Dolby Vision.
Irvin Kershner (Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back) directs from a script by comic book legend Frank Miller and Walon Green (Eraser). Peter Weller returns to star with Nancy Allen, Dan O’Herlihy, Tom Noonan, Belinda Bauer, and Gabriel Damon.
Special features include: commentaries by CG supervisor Paul M. Sammon and the RoboDoc: The Creation of RoboCop documentarians; Corporate Wars: The Making of RoboCop 2; Machine Parts: The FX of RoboCop 2; Ocp Declassified; and more.
Species...
- 4/5/2024
- by Alex DiVincenzo
- bloody-disgusting.com
Recently, we had the chance to sit down with Michael Keaton and chat about his new movie, Knox Goes Away, which he also directs. Keaton is still out there promoting the film and recently ran down some of his best roles with GQ, including Batman. In the interview, which is really fascinating, Keaton remembers the controversy that surrounded his casting initially by director Tim Burton, which he calls a “ballsy move.”
For those who may not have been around in 1988, when Keaton’s casting was first announced, may fans hated him getting the role as his career up to that point had largely been focused on comedy roles. Indeed, he had many comedy hits in the 80s, including Night Shift, Johnny Dangerously, Gung Ho, The Dream Team, and Beetlejuice. In fact, it was his work on that last movie that directly led to his casting, as him and Burton had...
For those who may not have been around in 1988, when Keaton’s casting was first announced, may fans hated him getting the role as his career up to that point had largely been focused on comedy roles. Indeed, he had many comedy hits in the 80s, including Night Shift, Johnny Dangerously, Gung Ho, The Dream Team, and Beetlejuice. In fact, it was his work on that last movie that directly led to his casting, as him and Burton had...
- 4/2/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
I don’t think it’s a controversial opinion to state that, of all the RoboCop movies, only Paul Verhoeven’s original 1987 film deserves to be called a classic. However, a lot of us have always thought that the ultra-violent sequel, RoboCop 2, was better than its reputation suggests. I know from our Original Video on the movie that it has more than a few fans, so it’s exciting to reveal that RoboCop 2 is finally getting a 4K Blu-ray release via Scream Factory.
The news was broken by our friends at Blu-ray.com. The company has also licensed José Padilha’s 2014 remake for release. No RoboCop 3 yet. I suppose the company just decided to let that one go, and you can’t really blame them, as it just might be one of the worst sequels of all time.
No news yet on whether RoboCop 2 will contain any special features.
The news was broken by our friends at Blu-ray.com. The company has also licensed José Padilha’s 2014 remake for release. No RoboCop 3 yet. I suppose the company just decided to let that one go, and you can’t really blame them, as it just might be one of the worst sequels of all time.
No news yet on whether RoboCop 2 will contain any special features.
- 4/1/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
The Marvel Cinematic Universe used to be at the apex of the world of Cinema at one time, especially thanks to the massive hit of the Avengers films. Since 2008’s Iron Man, fans were immediately drawn into the world created by several talented people, as it was evident they were planning something incredible. Interestingly enough, The Matrix was also inspired by a rare 1993 Marvel comic.
The Avengers
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has undergone numerous changes and developments over the years, getting mixed responses from fans and critics alike. After all, fans still fondly remember the heydays of Marvel, especially when The Avengers came out in 2012. That film pretty much changed the course of superhero movies forever.
The Matrix Drew Inspiration From A Rare 1993 Marvel Comic Ectokid’s Dex Mungo
According to People, Lily and Lana Wachowski were born in the mid-’60s and raised in Chicago. During their high school years,...
The Avengers
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has undergone numerous changes and developments over the years, getting mixed responses from fans and critics alike. After all, fans still fondly remember the heydays of Marvel, especially when The Avengers came out in 2012. That film pretty much changed the course of superhero movies forever.
The Matrix Drew Inspiration From A Rare 1993 Marvel Comic Ectokid’s Dex Mungo
According to People, Lily and Lana Wachowski were born in the mid-’60s and raised in Chicago. During their high school years,...
- 4/1/2024
- by Subhojeet Mookherjee
- FandomWire
Actor Kevin Conroy has been synonymous with Batman ever since he rendered his voice to the character in Batman: The Animated Series. The actor has gone on to lend his voice to Batman and Bruce Wayne in other media such as the Arkham games as well as WB’s DC Animated Universe films such as Batman: The Killing Joke and Batman: Mask of the Phantasm.
While Conroy has been known for his particular brand of performing the iconic superhero, he reportedly had issues with the way Zack Snyder depicted him in Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice in 2016. The voice actor reportedly had issues, particularly with Batman’s penchant for killing in the film as he is famously known for his ‘no-kill’ rule.
Kevin Conroy Was Uncomfortable With Ben Affleck’s Batman Killing Kevin Conroy in Crisis On Infinite Earths
Zack Snyder’s Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice turned...
While Conroy has been known for his particular brand of performing the iconic superhero, he reportedly had issues with the way Zack Snyder depicted him in Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice in 2016. The voice actor reportedly had issues, particularly with Batman’s penchant for killing in the film as he is famously known for his ‘no-kill’ rule.
Kevin Conroy Was Uncomfortable With Ben Affleck’s Batman Killing Kevin Conroy in Crisis On Infinite Earths
Zack Snyder’s Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice turned...
- 3/27/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
After Zack Snyder kickstarted his Snyderverse with Henry Cavill’s Man of Steel, fans witnessed two iconic DC characters, Batman and Superman going against one another in 2016’s Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. Believe it or not, it’s been 8 years since its release, making the movie more special with fans of live-action and comics alike.
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016)
To commemorate the eighth anniversary of Snyder’s cinematic spectacle, an X account has shared the movie’s concept art. It shows an interesting take on the main trio, particularly Gotham’s Caped Crusader.
Early Concept Art of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice Shows Batman With Machine Gun
It’s finally been 8 years after the release of the iconic Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice featuring a face-off between the titular characters. To celebrate the cinematic project’s 8-year release, HeroesUnbound shared the concept art for...
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016)
To commemorate the eighth anniversary of Snyder’s cinematic spectacle, an X account has shared the movie’s concept art. It shows an interesting take on the main trio, particularly Gotham’s Caped Crusader.
Early Concept Art of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice Shows Batman With Machine Gun
It’s finally been 8 years after the release of the iconic Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice featuring a face-off between the titular characters. To celebrate the cinematic project’s 8-year release, HeroesUnbound shared the concept art for...
- 3/26/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
Jennifer Garner was known for portraying the superhero Elektra in both Daredevil and her titular film. But before she nabbed the role, Stana Katic had her eyes set on the character as well.
Stana Katic once auditioned for ‘Elektra’ Stana Katic | Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Katic is no stranger to superhero projects. She’s voiced some of comic books’ most iconic characters across a few forms of media. This included playing Talia Al Ghul in the video game Batman: Arkham City, and Wonder Woman in the animated film Justice Society: World War II. She even felt her character in Castle, Kate Beckett, was a superhero in her own right.
“I think she’s like a female superhero on television, and we’re slowly exploring more and more of that,” Katic once told Collider. “She’s got a tremendous amount of integrity. I’ve gotten to do more stunts lately, which is really cool.
Stana Katic once auditioned for ‘Elektra’ Stana Katic | Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Katic is no stranger to superhero projects. She’s voiced some of comic books’ most iconic characters across a few forms of media. This included playing Talia Al Ghul in the video game Batman: Arkham City, and Wonder Woman in the animated film Justice Society: World War II. She even felt her character in Castle, Kate Beckett, was a superhero in her own right.
“I think she’s like a female superhero on television, and we’re slowly exploring more and more of that,” Katic once told Collider. “She’s got a tremendous amount of integrity. I’ve gotten to do more stunts lately, which is really cool.
- 3/23/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Heading Out is an upcoming narrative racing game developed by the Polish development team; Serious Sim Games. The game features a distinct monochromatic art style and is inspired by road movies like Thelma & Louise and Duel. It also features Roguelike mechanics and includes a total of 133 unique quests that players can complete.
We recently got the opportunity to pick the brains of Szymon Adamus, who is the Business Development Manager at Serious Sim, and learn more about what to expect when Heading Out launches on May 7 2024. Szymon spoke a lot about how important the team’s influences were in creating this game, as well as the reason that they chose to employ such a distinct art style and more.
Heading Out will let players live out all of their open road fantasies You can almost smell the burning rubber of the tires just looking at this image.
FandomWire: Looking...
We recently got the opportunity to pick the brains of Szymon Adamus, who is the Business Development Manager at Serious Sim, and learn more about what to expect when Heading Out launches on May 7 2024. Szymon spoke a lot about how important the team’s influences were in creating this game, as well as the reason that they chose to employ such a distinct art style and more.
Heading Out will let players live out all of their open road fantasies You can almost smell the burning rubber of the tires just looking at this image.
FandomWire: Looking...
- 3/22/2024
- by Daniel Boyd
- FandomWire
Wolverine Firsts
These are the building block issues that made up the character to be “The best there is…”
Oct-Nov 1974 Incredible Hulk #180-#181
Writer: Len Wein | Artist: Herb Trimpe | Inker: Jack Abel | Colourist: Glynnis Oliver | Letters: Artie Simek
So where did it all begin? Rather simply like a lot of decisions in comics it came from an idea to boost sales, Roy Thomas wanted to appeal more to Canadian readers. This seems like an odd statement as all the cover billing of him being Canadian didn’t occur till his full appearance in #181. As part of his creation in his role of art director John Romita Snr. was tasked with designing the look of Wolverine. As part of his design, he sketched out an unmasked Wolverine. It is easy to find online and shows a very different Wolverine. The eyes are there, but his hair is short and tidy. What...
These are the building block issues that made up the character to be “The best there is…”
Oct-Nov 1974 Incredible Hulk #180-#181
Writer: Len Wein | Artist: Herb Trimpe | Inker: Jack Abel | Colourist: Glynnis Oliver | Letters: Artie Simek
So where did it all begin? Rather simply like a lot of decisions in comics it came from an idea to boost sales, Roy Thomas wanted to appeal more to Canadian readers. This seems like an odd statement as all the cover billing of him being Canadian didn’t occur till his full appearance in #181. As part of his creation in his role of art director John Romita Snr. was tasked with designing the look of Wolverine. As part of his design, he sketched out an unmasked Wolverine. It is easy to find online and shows a very different Wolverine. The eyes are there, but his hair is short and tidy. What...
- 3/20/2024
- by Ian Wells
- Nerdly
It has been eight years since Jared Leto first essayed the role of the Joker in Warner Brothers’ Suicide Squad, and then again in Zack Snyder’s Justice League, but audiences still cannot get over the fact that the Joker of the Dceu was morbidly underwhelming, despite the slew of inspirations that it drew from.
Jared Leto in Suicide Squad (2016)
Despite the criticism that is being hurled at the actor for the portrayal of the character, David Ayer has come to the defense of Leto’s performance, tweeting out in his support. Time and time again, the director has made it known that his vision for the film was not what the studio allowed him to finally release, and it seems to have been the case with his actors too.
David Ayer called Jared Leto’s Joker ‘amazing’
Jared Leto in Zack Snyder’s Justice League
Taking to X to...
Jared Leto in Suicide Squad (2016)
Despite the criticism that is being hurled at the actor for the portrayal of the character, David Ayer has come to the defense of Leto’s performance, tweeting out in his support. Time and time again, the director has made it known that his vision for the film was not what the studio allowed him to finally release, and it seems to have been the case with his actors too.
David Ayer called Jared Leto’s Joker ‘amazing’
Jared Leto in Zack Snyder’s Justice League
Taking to X to...
- 3/19/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
It has been three full years since Zack Snyder’s mammoth 4-hour version of Justice League came out. The film was initially plagued by controversy when the director stepped back midway to allow Joss Whedon to take over the reins. This move did not work well on many levels with regard to Whedon’s association with the narrative and the cast, which then prompted Snyder to complete the film in his original vision.
Zack Snyder on the sets of Justice League
To commemorate the 3rd anniversary of his labor of love, the Watchmen director uploaded a dark and edgy image of Jared Leto who played Joker in the film. But judging from the reactions of fans on social media, this version of the DC villain wasn’t appreciated then, and is continuing to garner some negative responses.
Fans Troll Zack Snyder For Plugging Jared Leto’s Photo As Joker
In many ways,...
Zack Snyder on the sets of Justice League
To commemorate the 3rd anniversary of his labor of love, the Watchmen director uploaded a dark and edgy image of Jared Leto who played Joker in the film. But judging from the reactions of fans on social media, this version of the DC villain wasn’t appreciated then, and is continuing to garner some negative responses.
Fans Troll Zack Snyder For Plugging Jared Leto’s Photo As Joker
In many ways,...
- 3/19/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Batman actor Michael Keaton reprised his role as the DC hero in the recent comic book film The Flash. Although it’s become a tradition for Batman actors to work out for the role, Keaton was able to skip the process.
Michael Keaton was already in shape for ‘The Flash’ Michael Keaton | Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Keaton’s Batman was officially canonized into DC’s expanding multiverse in The Flash. The movie would see the actor portraying his and Tim Burton’s Batman for the first time since 1992’s Batman Returns. When offered the part, Keaton seemed more than willing to don the cape and cowl again. He admitted he was mostly interested in how his character would be approached after so many years.
“I was curious what it would be like after this many years. Not so much me doing it — obviously, some of that — but I was just curious about it,...
Michael Keaton was already in shape for ‘The Flash’ Michael Keaton | Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Keaton’s Batman was officially canonized into DC’s expanding multiverse in The Flash. The movie would see the actor portraying his and Tim Burton’s Batman for the first time since 1992’s Batman Returns. When offered the part, Keaton seemed more than willing to don the cape and cowl again. He admitted he was mostly interested in how his character would be approached after so many years.
“I was curious what it would be like after this many years. Not so much me doing it — obviously, some of that — but I was just curious about it,...
- 3/16/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
(Welcome to Tales from the Box Office, our column that examines box office miracles, disasters, and everything in between, as well as what we can learn from them.)
If you weren't a fully-grown (or nearly-grown) nerd in summer 2008, it's hard to properly convey the hype that followed the first trailer for Zack Snyder's "Watchmen." Really, you had to be there. But here's a representative bit of trivia: throughout all of 2007, the "Watchmen" graphic novel had sold 100,000 copies; after the trailer dropped, 75,000 copies were sold in the space of a single week. DC Comics had to order a print run of more than a million copies in 2008 just to keep up with demand.
"As far as we can tell from our conversations with the book industry people, there has never been a trailer that did this," Paul Levitz, then-president of DC, told the New York Times. The impact of that first "Watchmen" trailer remains unmatched.
If you weren't a fully-grown (or nearly-grown) nerd in summer 2008, it's hard to properly convey the hype that followed the first trailer for Zack Snyder's "Watchmen." Really, you had to be there. But here's a representative bit of trivia: throughout all of 2007, the "Watchmen" graphic novel had sold 100,000 copies; after the trailer dropped, 75,000 copies were sold in the space of a single week. DC Comics had to order a print run of more than a million copies in 2008 just to keep up with demand.
"As far as we can tell from our conversations with the book industry people, there has never been a trailer that did this," Paul Levitz, then-president of DC, told the New York Times. The impact of that first "Watchmen" trailer remains unmatched.
- 3/11/2024
- by Hannah Shaw-Williams
- Slash Film
Superstitious and cowardly, a criminal just watched Batman take down two of her armed and powerful comrades. Desperation drives her to take the one option left to her, the sole chance she has to escape the Batman’s wrath. Pointing a gun at the 10-month-old baby she and her colleagues kidnapped, the criminal shouts, “Back off, man! I’ll kill the kid.” When Batman does not respond, she yells louder, fearing that the Dark Knight doesn’t take her seriously. “Believe me man, I will! Believe me–”
Bearing the weapon he took from another criminal, Batman shoots the criminal, killing her instantly. He grabs the toddler before he can hit the ground and nestles the boy safely against his chest. “I believe you,” Batman intones.
It should come as no surprise that the above scene from The Dark Knight Returns means a lot to director Zack Snyder. After all, he...
Bearing the weapon he took from another criminal, Batman shoots the criminal, killing her instantly. He grabs the toddler before he can hit the ground and nestles the boy safely against his chest. “I believe you,” Batman intones.
It should come as no surprise that the above scene from The Dark Knight Returns means a lot to director Zack Snyder. After all, he...
- 3/9/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
As Zack Snyder puts it, Warner Bros. is not the biggest fan of him or his work. After cutting him out of the Dceu following the much-controversial Justice League debacle, Snyder revealed that the studio also put an end to one of his other projects. In 2021, Snyder planned to write a third 300 film for WB but ended up writing a historical gay love story. However, it was never greenlit by the studio.
Zack Snyder on The Joe Rogan Experience
Zack Snyder also vehemently defended 300 as many fans accused the Gerard Butler-starring film of homophobia. Snyder shared that the film, in some ways, was one of the gayest movies, with a male-centric story and vision to it.
Zack Snyder’s Dream Queer Romance Project Was Crushed By Warner Bros.
Zack Snyder on the sets of Rebel Moon Part One: A Child of Fire
Zack Snyder and Warner Bros. don’t...
Zack Snyder on The Joe Rogan Experience
Zack Snyder also vehemently defended 300 as many fans accused the Gerard Butler-starring film of homophobia. Snyder shared that the film, in some ways, was one of the gayest movies, with a male-centric story and vision to it.
Zack Snyder’s Dream Queer Romance Project Was Crushed By Warner Bros.
Zack Snyder on the sets of Rebel Moon Part One: A Child of Fire
Zack Snyder and Warner Bros. don’t...
- 3/8/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
By the look of it, Zack Snyder’s Gerard Butler-led 2007 action-adventure movie, 300, seems to be dominated by alpha males with violence radiating through their eyes. However, Snyder, co-writer and the director of the movie, feels differently.
Zack Snyder. Image: Netflix
While the director confirmed the episodic rerun of the popular action saga adding up to its universe, he explained that there might be some elements of homoeroticism. In its essence, Snyder emphasized that he would make what Frank Miller and Lynn Varley’s comic book dictates. Also, the director sees his 2007 movie to be one of the gayest movies ever made.
Suggested“I would love to do it”: Zack Snyder’s Dceu Wasn’t the Only Project WB Mercilessly Crushed as Director Reveals Trashed Historical Gay Love-Story
Zack Snyder Responds to the Criticism of 300 As Homophobic
Gerard Butler in a still from 300
Following the release of the...
Zack Snyder. Image: Netflix
While the director confirmed the episodic rerun of the popular action saga adding up to its universe, he explained that there might be some elements of homoeroticism. In its essence, Snyder emphasized that he would make what Frank Miller and Lynn Varley’s comic book dictates. Also, the director sees his 2007 movie to be one of the gayest movies ever made.
Suggested“I would love to do it”: Zack Snyder’s Dceu Wasn’t the Only Project WB Mercilessly Crushed as Director Reveals Trashed Historical Gay Love-Story
Zack Snyder Responds to the Criticism of 300 As Homophobic
Gerard Butler in a still from 300
Following the release of the...
- 3/8/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
Zack Snyder said in a recent interview on “The Joe Rogan Experience” that he doesn’t understand when fans’ hatred of his work becomes personal. Amid poor reviews for his latest directorial effort, Netflix’s “Rebel Moon,” Snyder read one article that referred to him as a “love him or hate him” filmmaker.
“I have no issue with you not liking the movie,” Snyder said. “That’s not the question. Who cares? The thing is, like, you would personalize. You’d hate me because of it. I don’t understand that.”
Snyder had to deal with a lot of fan hatred when he greatly upset comic book movie fans with the 2016 release of “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice,” which featured a more aggressive version of Batman. Ben Affleck’s iteration of the superhero was one who branded criminals and even killed some of his enemies. The choice ignited outrage...
“I have no issue with you not liking the movie,” Snyder said. “That’s not the question. Who cares? The thing is, like, you would personalize. You’d hate me because of it. I don’t understand that.”
Snyder had to deal with a lot of fan hatred when he greatly upset comic book movie fans with the 2016 release of “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice,” which featured a more aggressive version of Batman. Ben Affleck’s iteration of the superhero was one who branded criminals and even killed some of his enemies. The choice ignited outrage...
- 3/7/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
300 was a highly stylized retelling of the Battle of Thermopylae adapted from the comic by Frank Miller, and director Zack Snyder recently spoke about the movie on The Joe Rogan Experience podcast. Although historians have found plenty of evidence of homosexuality in Ancient Greece, 300 doesn’t really touch upon it. When asked if he ever thought “about putting a bunch of gay stuff in there,” Snyder replied that he was adapting a comic, not real history. However, the director did say that he’s been talking about a 300 series which would include more of those elements.
“It’s Frank’s book. I made what Frank wrote,” Snyder said. “And we’ve been talking about doing a series where I really wanted to introduce those concepts a lot more because I just feel like it’s important. If we go forward and do more in the ‘300’ universe,...
“It’s Frank’s book. I made what Frank wrote,” Snyder said. “And we’ve been talking about doing a series where I really wanted to introduce those concepts a lot more because I just feel like it’s important. If we go forward and do more in the ‘300’ universe,...
- 3/7/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Zack Snyder is eyeing a “300” TV series with a subversive twist.
The “Rebel Moon” director revealed during an appearance on “The Joe Rogan Experience” podcast (in the below video) that following his 2007 film and its subsequent 2014 sequel “300: Rise of an Empire,” he wants to explore the historic cinematic universe by way of an episodic structure.
“All my movies are just a little bit weird, in a good way. ‘300,’ for all the like coolness of it as far as like ‘Yeah, let’s go fight,’ it’s still a weirdo movie,” Snyder said.
Podcast host Rogan asked the filmmaker, “Did you ever think about putting a bunch of gay stuff in there?” to which Snyder pointed to Frank Miller and Lynn Varley’s comic book that he adapted for “300.”
“It’s Frank’s book. I made what Frank wrote. And we’ve been talking about doing a...
The “Rebel Moon” director revealed during an appearance on “The Joe Rogan Experience” podcast (in the below video) that following his 2007 film and its subsequent 2014 sequel “300: Rise of an Empire,” he wants to explore the historic cinematic universe by way of an episodic structure.
“All my movies are just a little bit weird, in a good way. ‘300,’ for all the like coolness of it as far as like ‘Yeah, let’s go fight,’ it’s still a weirdo movie,” Snyder said.
Podcast host Rogan asked the filmmaker, “Did you ever think about putting a bunch of gay stuff in there?” to which Snyder pointed to Frank Miller and Lynn Varley’s comic book that he adapted for “300.”
“It’s Frank’s book. I made what Frank wrote. And we’ve been talking about doing a...
- 3/7/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
While Zack Snyder may not be part of the DC franchise anymore, his impact and influence on the narratives of the Dceu will stand the test of time. From Man of Steel to his revamped version of Justice League, the director has proved his ability to keep the core aesthetic of the storylines while presenting iconic superheroes like Superman in a more edgy and relatable manner.
Zack Snyder on the sets of Zack Snyder’s Justice League
In a recent interview, Snyder spoke about his visions for DC including certain famous storylines that he was extremely keen to adapt cinematically. Among them was the cult Frank Miller graphic novel The Dark Knight Returns which Snyder could not end up making, but confessed that he still had dreams of doing so.
Suggested“It seems ridiculous”: Joe Rogan Agrees With Zack Snyder’s Controversial Batman Stance That Made Him a DC...
Zack Snyder on the sets of Zack Snyder’s Justice League
In a recent interview, Snyder spoke about his visions for DC including certain famous storylines that he was extremely keen to adapt cinematically. Among them was the cult Frank Miller graphic novel The Dark Knight Returns which Snyder could not end up making, but confessed that he still had dreams of doing so.
Suggested“It seems ridiculous”: Joe Rogan Agrees With Zack Snyder’s Controversial Batman Stance That Made Him a DC...
- 3/7/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
The thing about legendary filmmaker Zack Snyder is that you either love him or you do not. There seems to be no in-between. Fans of the superhero genre are divided into two factions and while one-half absolutely loves Zack Snyder’s dark and different approach to comic book characters, the other half would prefer him staying true to the comic books they grew up reading.
Zack Snyder’s Justice League
During Zack Snyder’s recent podcast appearance, the filmmaker had something to say to the latter group. He opened up about why he chose to take a rather deconstructive approach when dealing with characters that have a cult following and comic book writer Frank Miller just might have something to do with it all.
SUGGESTEDSuperman vs. Flash Race Scene in Zack Snyder’s Justice League Has a Direct Connection To Lex Luthor That Will Melt Fans’ Hearts Zack Snyder Opens...
Zack Snyder’s Justice League
During Zack Snyder’s recent podcast appearance, the filmmaker had something to say to the latter group. He opened up about why he chose to take a rather deconstructive approach when dealing with characters that have a cult following and comic book writer Frank Miller just might have something to do with it all.
SUGGESTEDSuperman vs. Flash Race Scene in Zack Snyder’s Justice League Has a Direct Connection To Lex Luthor That Will Melt Fans’ Hearts Zack Snyder Opens...
- 3/7/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
SeeYouSpaceCowboy have announced a new album, Coup De Grâce, arriving April 19th. The post-hardcore band has also unveiled a double video for the singles “Respite for a Tragic Tale” and “Silhouettes in Motion.”
The dual-single drop works as a one-two punch: “Respite for a Tragic Tale” sets things up as an intro of sorts, with moody piano backing up the guest vocals of iRis.Exe. Then SeeYouSpaceCowboy take over for the main event in the form of “Silhouettes in Motion” — a spastic and expressive mix of metalcore, emo, and post-hardcore.
“This album was a chance for us to refine some of the melodic elements we had recently introduced to the band while also playing around with all things and bringing back reinvented version of past parts of our identity,” said frontwoman Connie Sgarbossa via the album’s press release. “The hope is that we made something that mixes the innate...
The dual-single drop works as a one-two punch: “Respite for a Tragic Tale” sets things up as an intro of sorts, with moody piano backing up the guest vocals of iRis.Exe. Then SeeYouSpaceCowboy take over for the main event in the form of “Silhouettes in Motion” — a spastic and expressive mix of metalcore, emo, and post-hardcore.
“This album was a chance for us to refine some of the melodic elements we had recently introduced to the band while also playing around with all things and bringing back reinvented version of past parts of our identity,” said frontwoman Connie Sgarbossa via the album’s press release. “The hope is that we made something that mixes the innate...
- 3/5/2024
- by Jon Hadusek
- Consequence - Music
Welcome to the latest instalment of a brand-new feature here on Nerdly, where one of our comic gurus, Ian Wells, delves into comics history and dissects Comics Interview, the long-running journal of interviews and criticism from David Anthony Kraft (Dak).
Up Front
This month rather than basking on the glory of the previous double-sized issue or of reaching the 10th issue milestone he turns the spotlight on Bill Chadwick. He was the first ‘Fan in The Street’ from #1 and since #5 he has been working for Comics Interview in an editorial role. Now I am trying to remember if I gave him a hard time or not?! Anyway, Dak makes a big deal of dedicating the Up Front space to Chadwick but really it just reads as three further questions from the ‘Fan in The Street’ interview. It would be a cool move if he was going to switch this space...
Up Front
This month rather than basking on the glory of the previous double-sized issue or of reaching the 10th issue milestone he turns the spotlight on Bill Chadwick. He was the first ‘Fan in The Street’ from #1 and since #5 he has been working for Comics Interview in an editorial role. Now I am trying to remember if I gave him a hard time or not?! Anyway, Dak makes a big deal of dedicating the Up Front space to Chadwick but really it just reads as three further questions from the ‘Fan in The Street’ interview. It would be a cool move if he was going to switch this space...
- 2/29/2024
- by Ian Wells
- Nerdly
Exclusive: Actress Jaime King (Black Summer) has taken on new agents at Paradigm.
A series regular for four seasons on The CW’s Hart of Dixie, King has more recently been seen leading Netflix’s post-apocalyptic drama Black Summer, which ran for two seasons.
On the film side, she most recently wrapped a role in Lights Out, an action thriller that has her starring opposite Frank Grillo, Dermot Mulroney and Scott Adkins. The actress made her acting debut in Daniel Walters’ 2001 Sundance comedy Happy Campers and has since then gone on to appear in Ted Demme’s Blow opposite Johnny Depp, Michael Bay’s Pearl Harbor opposite Ben Affleck, Keenan Ivory Wayans’ White Chicks, Robert Rodriguez’s Sin City opposite Benicio Del Toro, Mickey Rourke and Bruce Willis, DJ Caruso’s Two for the Money opposite Al Pacino and Matthew McConaughey, Frank Miller’s The Spirit opposite Samuel L. Jackson and Scarlett Johansson,...
A series regular for four seasons on The CW’s Hart of Dixie, King has more recently been seen leading Netflix’s post-apocalyptic drama Black Summer, which ran for two seasons.
On the film side, she most recently wrapped a role in Lights Out, an action thriller that has her starring opposite Frank Grillo, Dermot Mulroney and Scott Adkins. The actress made her acting debut in Daniel Walters’ 2001 Sundance comedy Happy Campers and has since then gone on to appear in Ted Demme’s Blow opposite Johnny Depp, Michael Bay’s Pearl Harbor opposite Ben Affleck, Keenan Ivory Wayans’ White Chicks, Robert Rodriguez’s Sin City opposite Benicio Del Toro, Mickey Rourke and Bruce Willis, DJ Caruso’s Two for the Money opposite Al Pacino and Matthew McConaughey, Frank Miller’s The Spirit opposite Samuel L. Jackson and Scarlett Johansson,...
- 2/28/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Marvel fans around the world are buzzing with excitement with rumors surrounding Henry Cavill’s potential entry into the superhero franchise MCU. Within these discussions, speculations have arisen that Zack Snyder, the Man of Steel director, might also be in talks to collaborate with the MCU, possibly on a long-awaited project that fans believe he is perfect for.
Henry Cavill is rumored to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe | A still from Man of Steel
These discussions further fuel the belief among fans that Kevin Feige, the head of the studio, could have grander and more thrilling plans in store for Phase 5 of the multiverse saga.
Marvel Fans Speculate Zack Snyder’s Potential MCU Entry
Known for his visually stunning and narratively complex style, Zack Snyder ventured into establishing a cinematic universe for DC with the 2013 film Man of Steel, starring Henry Cavill. While the DC Extended Universe has concluded its chapter,...
Henry Cavill is rumored to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe | A still from Man of Steel
These discussions further fuel the belief among fans that Kevin Feige, the head of the studio, could have grander and more thrilling plans in store for Phase 5 of the multiverse saga.
Marvel Fans Speculate Zack Snyder’s Potential MCU Entry
Known for his visually stunning and narratively complex style, Zack Snyder ventured into establishing a cinematic universe for DC with the 2013 film Man of Steel, starring Henry Cavill. While the DC Extended Universe has concluded its chapter,...
- 2/19/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Historically, the relationship between Hollywood and European comic books has been fraught with mutual distrust and cultural dissonance. Not to disparage Steven Spielberg — one of our national treasures — but his 2011 adaptation of The Adventures of Tintin was a bit of a disaster. And when La Femme Nikita director Luc Besson fulfilled a childhood fantasy in 2017 by bankrolling Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets out of his own pocket, the most expensive independent movie ever made landed with the thud of a global box office bomb.
But there’s hope on the horizon. European comic books — specifically, the Franco-Belgian school spearheaded by the Tintin character and his creator Hergé — are both a multimillion Euro industry and a sumptuous art form with dozens of successful franchises waiting to be developed. N
ow that the offerings of Marvel and DC are beginning to feel a tad fatigued, to say the least,...
But there’s hope on the horizon. European comic books — specifically, the Franco-Belgian school spearheaded by the Tintin character and his creator Hergé — are both a multimillion Euro industry and a sumptuous art form with dozens of successful franchises waiting to be developed. N
ow that the offerings of Marvel and DC are beginning to feel a tad fatigued, to say the least,...
- 2/17/2024
- by Ernesto Lechner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
“Going to Hell for God is the logical end for the Catholic devil,” declares Matt Murdock in 2023’s Daredevil #12.
Matt Murdock isn’t the only religious superhero in the Marvel Universe. In addition to fellow Catholic Nightcrawler of the X-Men, there’s the Presbyterian Christian Wolfsbane, Muslim Ms. Marvel, pantheist Black Panther, and Jewish characters like Moon Knight and Kitty Pryde. But Daredevil might be the Marvel superhero whose religion plays the most pronounced role in his stories.
Of course, Daredevil isn’t the first Marvel hero to go to Hell and literally fight the Devil, as Ghost Rider, the X-Men, and anyone who had to deal with Mephisto can attest. But when it’s guilty Catholic Matt Murdock donning his Daredevil duds to deal with the Devil, then it’s a really big deal. Which is exactly why Chip Zdarsky — who wrote Daredevil #12 with artist Marco Checchetto, colorist Matthew Wilson,...
Matt Murdock isn’t the only religious superhero in the Marvel Universe. In addition to fellow Catholic Nightcrawler of the X-Men, there’s the Presbyterian Christian Wolfsbane, Muslim Ms. Marvel, pantheist Black Panther, and Jewish characters like Moon Knight and Kitty Pryde. But Daredevil might be the Marvel superhero whose religion plays the most pronounced role in his stories.
Of course, Daredevil isn’t the first Marvel hero to go to Hell and literally fight the Devil, as Ghost Rider, the X-Men, and anyone who had to deal with Mephisto can attest. But when it’s guilty Catholic Matt Murdock donning his Daredevil duds to deal with the Devil, then it’s a really big deal. Which is exactly why Chip Zdarsky — who wrote Daredevil #12 with artist Marco Checchetto, colorist Matthew Wilson,...
- 2/14/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
To play a character, an actor has to empathize with them. How does Charlie Cox connect with Matt Murdock/Daredevil, who he's played (noncontinuously) since 2015?
In a Reddit Ama conducted by Cox and Vincent D'Onofrio, Cox was asked, "Are there any parts of Daredevil's personality that you also see in yourself?"
He answered: "In our show, we get to see Matt Murdock experience great inner conflict and doubt over what he is doing. Hopefully, that makes him seem more human and is something that I relate to a great deal."
Cox doesn't specify how he relates to Matt's internal conflict, but I have an educated guess. Like his character, Cox is a Catholic. In 2011, he starred in the film "There Be Dragons" as Father Josemaría Escrivá, the priest who founded the Catholic sect Opus Dei. Cox also told the blog Patheos in 2016 that playing Matt got him to think about his own Catholicism more.
In a Reddit Ama conducted by Cox and Vincent D'Onofrio, Cox was asked, "Are there any parts of Daredevil's personality that you also see in yourself?"
He answered: "In our show, we get to see Matt Murdock experience great inner conflict and doubt over what he is doing. Hopefully, that makes him seem more human and is something that I relate to a great deal."
Cox doesn't specify how he relates to Matt's internal conflict, but I have an educated guess. Like his character, Cox is a Catholic. In 2011, he starred in the film "There Be Dragons" as Father Josemaría Escrivá, the priest who founded the Catholic sect Opus Dei. Cox also told the blog Patheos in 2016 that playing Matt got him to think about his own Catholicism more.
- 2/10/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
This post contains spoilers to Daredevil: Born Again.
Daredevil: Born Again? More like Daredevil on Netflix: Born Again!
When Disney announced the MCU TV series Daredevil: Born Again, the studio played coy about the show’s relationship to the Netflix series that preceded it. Yes, Charlie Cox would once again play blind lawyer turned protector of Hell’s Kitchen Matt Murdock, and Vincent D’Onofrio would return as his enemy Wilson Fisk, the Kingpin of Crime.
At first, the distinction made sense. While Daredevil remained strong, especially through its third season, shows such as Iron Fist and The Defenders suffered from stories stretched thin and lackluster performances. Furthermore, the show’s rough violence and sexuality made them a poor fit with the MCU’s soft PG-13 aesthetic.
However, with each month, it seems more and more like Daredevil: Born Again will be a direct continuation of the Netflix shows. Not...
Daredevil: Born Again? More like Daredevil on Netflix: Born Again!
When Disney announced the MCU TV series Daredevil: Born Again, the studio played coy about the show’s relationship to the Netflix series that preceded it. Yes, Charlie Cox would once again play blind lawyer turned protector of Hell’s Kitchen Matt Murdock, and Vincent D’Onofrio would return as his enemy Wilson Fisk, the Kingpin of Crime.
At first, the distinction made sense. While Daredevil remained strong, especially through its third season, shows such as Iron Fist and The Defenders suffered from stories stretched thin and lackluster performances. Furthermore, the show’s rough violence and sexuality made them a poor fit with the MCU’s soft PG-13 aesthetic.
However, with each month, it seems more and more like Daredevil: Born Again will be a direct continuation of the Netflix shows. Not...
- 1/29/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
"Daredevil" issue #1 was published in 1964, credited to Stan Lee and Bill Everett. However, for many, "Daredevil" didn't truly begin until Frank Miller took over the book in 1980. His run is where the Kingpin became Daredevil's nemesis and where Elektra was introduced. These are such foundational characters to subsequent "Daredevil" comics/adaptations that the first two decades without them feel like an anomaly.
Influenced by noir movies, Miller brought the grit to Hell's Kitchen. His narration captions were straight out of a detective dime novel. His art broke from the Bronze Age Marvel Comics house style with darker shading (inked mostly by Klaus Janson), hatch marks, and blood-splattered violence, further adding to the dark atmosphere of the writing.
Miller's run also began the edict "Matt Murdock must suffer." His love story with Elektra is a tragedy, and in Miller's ending arc "Born Again," Matt loses everything. Not coincidentally, Miller was the...
Influenced by noir movies, Miller brought the grit to Hell's Kitchen. His narration captions were straight out of a detective dime novel. His art broke from the Bronze Age Marvel Comics house style with darker shading (inked mostly by Klaus Janson), hatch marks, and blood-splattered violence, further adding to the dark atmosphere of the writing.
Miller's run also began the edict "Matt Murdock must suffer." His love story with Elektra is a tragedy, and in Miller's ending arc "Born Again," Matt loses everything. Not coincidentally, Miller was the...
- 1/27/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
As Kingpin once said, “The people need to be reminded that the city belongs to me.” And apparently all of the Kingpin reading material belongs to Vincent D’Onofrio, who has consumed just about every piece he can get his hands on.
Speaking with ComicBook.com, D’Onofrio said, “I’ve seen everything that involved [Wilson] Fisk that’s up to this point. I mean, there’s some of the new runs, the Kingpin runs that I haven’t looked at yet, but as far as everything, any canon that connects Fisk I’ve read.” We sense a little slacking from D’Onofrio, but then again, considering just how much Kingpin material is out there, we can’t entirely fault him for falling behind.
As far as which Kingpin works have grabbed his attention the most, D’Onofrio pointed to the legendary Frank Miller, who wrote Daredevil’s Born Again storyline in 1986. “The [Frank Miller] runs...
Speaking with ComicBook.com, D’Onofrio said, “I’ve seen everything that involved [Wilson] Fisk that’s up to this point. I mean, there’s some of the new runs, the Kingpin runs that I haven’t looked at yet, but as far as everything, any canon that connects Fisk I’ve read.” We sense a little slacking from D’Onofrio, but then again, considering just how much Kingpin material is out there, we can’t entirely fault him for falling behind.
As far as which Kingpin works have grabbed his attention the most, D’Onofrio pointed to the legendary Frank Miller, who wrote Daredevil’s Born Again storyline in 1986. “The [Frank Miller] runs...
- 1/22/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
1986 was an important year for DC Comics. "Crisis on Infinite Earths" rebooted the decades-old continuity, and Frank Miller reinvigorated Batman with "The Dark Knight Returns." Miller's tale depicted an aged Bruce Wayne coming out of retirement to fight the evils of the 1980s, from street gangs to the Cold War to Ronald Reagan. If you've ever wondered what the beginning of dark and gritty Batman was, it was this book.
The next year, DC was relaunching the main "Batman" title for the "Post-Crisis" era, and Miller was the obvious choice to kick it off. The result was "Year One," running four issues from "Batman" #404-407. The book follows Bruce Wayne's early days as a crime fighter when Gotham City was menaced by the mob, not super-villains. Batman refines his tactics through trial and error and slowly wins the trust of James Gordon — not yet a commissioner, but a rare...
The next year, DC was relaunching the main "Batman" title for the "Post-Crisis" era, and Miller was the obvious choice to kick it off. The result was "Year One," running four issues from "Batman" #404-407. The book follows Bruce Wayne's early days as a crime fighter when Gotham City was menaced by the mob, not super-villains. Batman refines his tactics through trial and error and slowly wins the trust of James Gordon — not yet a commissioner, but a rare...
- 1/16/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
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