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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,…

TV TV News

New The Flash Clips

Newsdesk June 17, 2014 No Comments

CW has released 2 new clips from the upcoming THE FLASH TV show. The Flash – Friendzoned Interview Even legends can get caught in the friend zone. Candice Patton talks…

COLUMNS Conventions EVENTS SPOTLIGHT The jman Sayeth...:

Special Edition: NYC (Reed Pop)

your friendly neighborhood jman - Feature Editor June 17, 2014 2 Comments

Over the weekend, Reed Pop (best known as the organizers of New York Comic Con) debuted a new con at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City called…Special Edition,…

PODCASTS SPOTLIGHT

The Next Issue 139 – E3 Afterthoughts

June 16, 2014 No Comments

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN IN It’s an early day and shenanigans are abound as El takes the helm. Along with Aitch, Elden and Armand, we discuss the following: Chuck’s comic…

COLUMNS The jman Sayeth...: Toy Reviews TOYS

Toy Review: DC Comics Super-Villains Bizarro figure (DC Collectibles)

your friendly neighborhood jman - Feature Editor June 13, 2014 No Comments

I’ve really got mixed feelings about the New52 Bizarro. On the one hand, I like the overall design of the character, especially this DC Collectibles figure (once again, DC Collectibles…

Comic News COMICS

Make Yours Marvel With the Special MARVEL 75Th ANNIVERSARY MAGAZINE!

Newsdesk June 12, 2014 No Comments

The biggest characters, the best stories, and the most iconic moments. Celebrate over seven decades of Marvel myth-making with September’s commemorative MARVEL 75TH ANNIVERSARY MAGAZINE, a fitting tribute to the…

Toy News TOYS

Pop! Television: Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Newsdesk June 12, 2014 No Comments

If the apocalypse comes, beep me. We have more exciting news for Joss Whedon fans today! A BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER POP! SERIES! The Chosen One and her crew are…

Comic News COMICS

The History of Angela Revealed in THOR & LOKI: THE TENTH REALM #1!

Newsdesk June 12, 2014 No Comments

Thor & Loki Confront a Devastating Secret in This Epic Limited Series! This July, discover the startling secret that Original Sin will uproot for the worlds of Earth and Asgard…

Comic News COMICS

AN ASSASSIN RETURNS IN ARCHAIA’S ‘THE KILLER’ OMNIBUS VOL. 2

Newsdesk June 12, 2014 No Comments

Retirement never lasts for a hired gun. This July, Volumes 3 and 4 of the Eisner Award-nominated series THE KILLER are collected for the first time ever in the definitive…

Movie News MOVIES

First Trailer For HOME!

Newsdesk June 12, 2014 No Comments

20th Century Fox and DreamWorks Animation have just released the FIRST trailer for their highly anticipated film, HOME! Get intergalactic when this 3D comedy, featuring the voices of Jim Parsons,…

Toy News TOYS

Ghostbusters 24″ Mr. Stay-Puft Photo Contest Continues, as the First Winner is Chosen!

Newsdesk June 12, 2014 No Comments

We asked you to shoot your 24-inch Stay Puft Marshmallow Man bank somewhere near where you live, and now we’re ready to choose the winner for the month of May!…

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