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Spider-Noir Captures the Spirit of Classic Film Noir — But Forgets the Creators Behind the Characters

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher May 22, 2026 No Comments

Spider-Man Noir started off as part of Marvel’s Noir line of comics, which reimagined Marvel characters in film noir-inspired settings during the 1930s. Some of those books were stronger than…

Movie Reviews MOVIES SPOTLIGHT

The Mandalorian and Grogu Delivers Fun, Action, and Familiarity

Dan Kleiner May 21, 2026 No Comments

“I try to avoid violence.”The Mandalorian and Grogu is a well-made, mid-stakes, self- contained, action-oriented adventure full of Easter eggs. The film effectively resets the Mandalorian for future missions in…

SPOTLIGHT TV TV Reviews

Rick and Morty Season 9 Delivers More Multiversal Madness

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher May 19, 2026 No Comments

Rick and Morty returns for its ninth season with more multiversal insanity, bizarre science-fiction concepts, and the kind of chaotic humor fans have come to expect from the long-running animated…

COLUMNS Interviews SPOTLIGHT

Talking About Nothing Can Stop…The Ape

Anthony Andujar Jr. May 18, 2026 No Comments

Blending giant ape gods, Hanna-Barbera-inspired adventure, and heartfelt character dynamics, Nothing Can Stop…The Ape! is the latest collaboration from acclaimed writers Thomas Sniegoski and Jeannine Acheson. Published through Mad Cave…

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Ready or Not 2: Here I Come Is Bigger, Bloodier, and More Twisted

Sean Isaacs May 8, 2026 No Comments

Ready or Not 2: Here I Come picks up after the events of the first film, with Grace being hospitalized in the immediate aftermath of the deadly ritual, facing possible…

Movie Reviews MOVIES SPOTLIGHT

Mortal Kombat II Is a Fatality-Filled Crowd Pleaser

Dan Kleiner May 7, 2026 No Comments

“Strength is not a closed fist.”Mortal Kombat II is a dumb, fun, fatality-filled rumpus. It is a very smart, very silly movie. MKII fixes the biggest flaw that its predecessor,…

Movie Reviews MOVIES SPOTLIGHT

War, Trauma, and Towering Mechs Collide in Gundam Hathaway’s Latest Chapter

Dan Kleiner May 6, 2026 No Comments

“The more people, the more complicated the situation, and then it’s just chaos.” Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway-The Sorcery of Nymph Circe is a visual spectacle that suffers slightly from middle-sibling…

SPOTLIGHT TV TV Reviews

Regular Show: The Lost Tapes Review — A Familiar Return That Doesn’t Miss a Beat

Sean Isaacs April 27, 2026 No Comments

In 2010, Cartoon Network premiered Regular Show, created by J. G. Quintel. It centered around two slacker best friends, Mordecai and Rigby, who work in a park and the surreal,…

Movie Reviews MOVIES SPOTLIGHT

Review: Over Your Dead Body Is a Twisted, Blood-Soaked Comedy That’s Not for Everyone

Dan Kleiner April 23, 2026 No Comments

“You would like a document, in writing, about our plan to kill my wife?” Over Your Dead Body is an absurdly over-the-top, blood-drenched, body-horror black comedy which crackles with energy…

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WATCHMEN: A Study in Misunderstanding the Source Material

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher April 7, 2026 No Comments

Zack Snyder’s Watchmen is often called one of the most faithful comic book adaptations ever made. But looking like Watchmen isn’t the same as understanding it. In this video essay,…

TV TV News

MARVEL’S HULK AND THE AGENTS OF S.M.A.S.H. CLIP

Newsdesk June 19, 2014 No Comments

This Sunday, the Hulk needs a break from the rest of the team and finds himself on an island full of monsters! Tune-in for a brand new episode of Marvel’s…

TV TV News

Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Pulls A Switcheroo In New Episode Debuting Sunday

Newsdesk June 19, 2014 No Comments

Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Pulls A Switcheroo In New Episode Debuting Sunday, June 22, at 11:00 a.m. (ET/PT) Raphael’s temper inadvertently leads to a Kraang switcheroo in a new…

Movie News MOVIES

DAWN OF THE PLANET OF THE APES | The Final Trailer!

Newsdesk June 19, 2014 No Comments

The FINAL trailer for 20th Century Fox’s highly anticipated film, DAWN OF THE PLANET OF THE APES, has been released! A growing nation of genetically evolved apes led by Caesar…

Conventions EVENTS

Baltimore Comic-Con Announces On-Site CGC Grading for This Year’s Show

Newsdesk June 19, 2014 No Comments

The Baltimore Comic-Con is excited to announce that Certified Guaranty Company, LLC (CGC) will be on-hand to conduct on-site grading at this year’s show. The show, which is expanding this…

COLUMNS SPOTLIGHT The jman Sayeth...:

the jman sayeth: My top 5(ish) Things in June’s Previews

your friendly neighborhood jman - Feature Editor June 19, 2014 No Comments

Well…it finally happened. After months and months of awesomely filled issues of Previews, a month finally arrived where your friendly neighborhood jman is just not feeling it. Suresuresure. There’s still…

Comic News

Bluewater Previews for June 18 2014: John Lennon, Space Cadet, Blackbeard Legacy, Dead End Boys

Staff Writer June 18, 2014 No Comments

Bluewater Productions is proud to showcase some new issues and for everyone something!

Movie News MOVIES Toy News TOYS

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Emerge From the Shadows Onto the Big Screen and Into Fans’ Hands

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

Playmates Toys to Introduce New Toy Line Based on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Film Playmates Toys, the creative force behind the successful Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles toy line over the…

Comic News COMICS

John Carter Warlord of Mars Returns in All-New Digital Strip

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

EDGAR RICE BURROUGHS’ “JOHN CARTER WARLORD OF MARS” RETURNS TO THE STARS IN ALL-NEW DIGITAL WEBCOMIC All New “John Carter Warlord of Mars” Adventure Strip Just Launched – with a…

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3rd Annual Halloween ComicFest Returns Saturday, October 25th

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

Fans are encouraged to visit their local comic shop for free comics and participate in Halloween activities, shopping and fun! Diamond Comic Distributors announces a celebration of comics, comic shops,…

Comic News COMICS

Don’t Miss the Digital Exclusive ORIGINAL SIN #4: SPECIAL EDITION Available Today!

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

Today, delve even deeper into the secrets of the Marvel Universe. Marvel is proud to announce that the ORIGINAL SIN #4: SPECIAL EDITION is available for download right now via…

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