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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…

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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…

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,…

PODCASTS SPOTLIGHT

Nerd Management -Ep. 40- Pop Con is Coming!

May 26, 2014 No Comments

Coming this weekend is Indy Pop Con!!! Alec and Warner sit down with Carl Doninger about what we can expect from the “one con to rule them all!” Afterward, the…

Conventions EVENTS Toy News TOYS

UGLYCON at GR2 Giant Robot June 21 2014

Newsdesk May 23, 2014 No Comments
Comic News COMICS

MANHATTAN HAS A NEW PROTECTOR IN ‘THOMAS ALSOP’

Newsdesk May 23, 2014 No Comments

What would you do if you had the magical ability and responsibility to protect the island of Manhattan from supernatural forces of evil? Well, if you’re Thomas Alsop, you get…

Toy News TOYS

MOTU Trapjaw 1/4th Scale Statue

Newsdesk May 23, 2014 No Comments

Pop Culture Shock Collectibles Presents MOTU Trapjaw 1:4th Statue Product Pre-order Launches June 2nd PCSC Exclusive Version Also Available An evil minion of Skeletor stands on the horizon, his evil…

Toy News TOYS

PREVIEWS Offers Deathstroke as a POP! Figure for the First Time

Newsdesk May 23, 2014 No Comments

The infamous DC Comics villain Deathstroke is making his debut as an exclusive POP! Vinyl figure from FUNKO! The new Deathstroke POP! Figure is featured in both his traditional body…

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HIKARI FRIDAY ROUND 4!

Newsdesk May 23, 2014 No Comments

Hikari Friday Round 4! We are giving away another Hikari Sofubi Figure! We are holding the giveaway via our social media channels. www.facebook.com/OriginalFunko www.twitter.com/OriginalFunko Instagram @OriginalFunko This week we are…

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Comic Book Legend Stan Lee To Attend Wizard World Atlanta Comic Con On Sunday, June 1

Newsdesk May 23, 2014 No Comments

Iconic Creator, Personality Joins Celebrities, Superstar Artists At Georgia World Congress Center Stan Lee, the legendary comic book writer, editor, actor, producer, publisher, and current Chairman and Chief Creative Officer…

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MARVEL’S AVENGERS ASSEMBLE Clip

Newsdesk May 23, 2014 No Comments

This Sunday, prepare for a morning full of adventures with Marvel’s Avengers Assemble beginning at 8am/7c inside the Marvel Universe on Disney XD. And check out an all-new episode “The…

Toy News TOYS

New Kotobukiya Product Announcements

Newsdesk May 23, 2014 No Comments

Kotobukiya has announced the release of 4 new products: FREDDY VS. JASON ~ JASON VOORHEES BISHOUJO STATUE DC COMICS GREEN ARROW NEW 52 ARTFX+ STATUE HALO MASTER CHIEF ARTFX STATUE…

Toy News TOYS

Fans Choose the Minimates in Marvel?s Infinity Box Set at Toys ?R? Us!

Newsdesk May 22, 2014 No Comments

One of the biggest events in the Marvel Universe last year was Infinity, in which the Avengers protected Earth from imminent destruction even as the world-conquering Thanos cut a path…

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