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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…

HOME ENTERTAINMENT Home Entertainment News SPOTLIGHT

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…

COLUMNS Editorial Opinion SPOTLIGHT

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,…

Comic News COMICS

BOOM! STUDIOS AND MADEFIRE ANNOUNCE THE DEBUT OF ‘CLIVE BARKER’S NEXT TESTAMENT’ MOTION BOOK

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

Prepare to experience the horror of Clive Barker in a whole new format! BOOM! Studios, an award-winning publisher of comics and graphic novels, and Madefire, a digital storytelling and technology…

Comic News COMICS

SUMMER 2014 ARTIST’S EDITION LINEUP FINALIZED!

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

IDW To Release Influential Books From Across The Comic Spectrum Tomorrow marks the release of the first of six Artist’s Editions that will fill the summer with new additions to…

Toy News TOYS

The Amazing Spider-Man Marvel Select Figure Crawls Into Comic Shops!

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

After months of anticipation, the Marvel Select Amazing Spider-Man 2 action figure is finally creeping its way into your local comic shop! Standing 7 inches tall with 16 points of…

Toy News TOYS

Get Exclusive Apparel Only in Comic Shops!

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

Fans of comic book characters and pop-culture icons can show off their enthusiasm for their favorite individuals from comics, TV shows, and movies with exclusive apparel featured in the June…

Toy News TOYS

Pop! Animation: Dragon Ball Z

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

KAMEHAMEHA!!! We searched the universe and… We collected all 7 Dragon Balls! We wished for Pop!’s of your favorite Dragon Ball Z characters! These Pop!’s are fierce fighters! Funko is…

Comic News COMICS

New artist gets first 2000 AD strip – thanks to Thought Bubble convention

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 1 Comment

2000 AD has always been known for finding fresh new talent and this week’s issue is no different… The winner of the Portfolio Competition at the 2013 Thought Bubble comic…

TV TV News

SPIDER-MAN RETURNS IN AN ALL-NEW SEASON OF “MARVEL’S ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN: WEB WARRIORS” PREMIERING AUGUST 31 ON DISNEY XD

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

Marvel’s most popular super hero, Spider-Man, swings into a new season in “Marvel’s Ultimate Spider-Man: Web Warriors,” premiering SUNDAY, AUGUST 31 (9:00 a.m.) on the Marvel Universe programming block on…

Movie News MOVIES

THE EXPENDABLES 3 New Trailer Debut!

Newsdesk June 18, 2014 No Comments

Our favorite tough guys from Lionsgate’s upcoming film, THE EXPENDABLES 3, are rolling into theaters for the most FUN event of the summer…and we have an explosive new trailer and…

TV TV News

NICKELODEON GREENLIGHTS SEASON FOUR OF TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES WITH 20-EPISODE PICKUP

Newsdesk June 17, 2014 No Comments

Seth Green to Join Turtles Pack as Leonardo Beginning Season Three Airing this Fall As the heroes in a half shell celebrate their 30th anniversary this year, Nickelodeon has picked…

Conventions EVENTS Toy News TOYS

Warner Bros Showcases DC Entertainment Television Slate at Licensing Expo 2014

Newsdesk June 17, 2014 No Comments

WARNER BROS. CONSUMER PRODUCTS SHOWCASES DC ENTERTAINMENT AND WARNER BROS. TELEVISION PRIMETIME TELEVISION SLATE AT LICENSING EXPO 2014 All-New Warner Bros. Television Programming Arsenal Featuring DC Comics and Vertigo Titles…

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