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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…

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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

CLIPS for THE STRAIN

Newsdesk May 19, 2014 No Comments

FX just posted new promo videos for the upcoming drama series, THE STRAIN, which premieres Sunday, July 13th only on FX. The Strain – Splatter Description: The Strain leaves its…

Comic News COMICS

Darkness Takes Flight in WHISPERS in June

Newsdesk May 19, 2014 No Comments

Supernatural thriller graphic novel by Joshua Luna from Image in June In WHISPERS, a chilling graphic novel by Joshua Luna (ULTRA, GIRLS, THE SWORD) due out in June, Sam is…

TV TV News

X-MEN TAKE OVER FX ON “X-MEN TAKEOVER THURSDAY”

Newsdesk May 19, 2014 No Comments

FX WILL MARATHON THREE X-MEN FILMS THURSDAY, MAY 22 INCLUDES EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS AND PREVIEW OF THE NEW TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX FILM CORP FEATURE “X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST” In anticipation…

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DISPLACED PERSONS inspired by City-by-the-Bay

Newsdesk May 19, 2014 No Comments

An original graphic novel inspired by San Francisco’s eclectic populace From the Eisner-nominated writer Derek McCulloch (STAGGER LEE, Gone to Amerikay) and artist Anthony Peruzzo comes DISPLACED PERSONS, a riveting…

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EXPERIENCE DAVE SIM’S CEREBUS: HIGH SOCIETY LIKE NEVER BEFORE

Newsdesk May 19, 2014 No Comments

The Classic Comes Alive With DVD Set From IDW Dave Sim’s masterwork Cerebus ran for an impressive 300 issues between 1977 and 2004. Starting with issue #26, Cerebus got a…

Conventions EVENTS

Gillan, Marsters, Rooker Q&A’s, Drink & Draw Headline Programming At Wizard World Atlanta Comic Con

Newsdesk May 19, 2014 No Comments

Sessions With Anthony Mackie, ‘Heroes’ Cast Members, WWE® Superstar Big Show®, Jerome Jarre, Film Festival, Top Comics Creator Discussions Among Dozens Of Panels At Georgia World Congress Center, May 30-June…

Toy News TOYS

CHEW Comes to IDW Games

Newsdesk May 19, 2014 No Comments

IDW GAMES SIGNS MULTI-GAME DEAL TO BRING CHEW TO YOUR TABLETOP NEW SERIES OF BOARD AND CARD GAMES WILL LET FANS “CHEWS” THEIR OWN ADVENTURE Last night at the Diamond…

Conventions EVENTS

John Cassaday Comes to the 2014 Baltimore Comic-Con!

Newsdesk May 19, 2014 No Comments

The Baltimore Comic-Con returns to the Inner Harbor’s Baltimore Convention Center for its premiere inaugural three-day event September 5-7, 2014! We are extremely pleased to announce, courtesy of Dynamite Entertainment,…

Comic News COMICS

The final chapter begins with DEAD@17: BLASPHEMY THRONE

Newsdesk May 19, 2014 No Comments

A sequel series and the resurrection of Nara Kilday Fans favorite creator Josh Howard begins an all-new saga and sequel to the popular DEAD@17 series with BLASPHEMY THRONE #1, the…

Movie News MOVIES

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy – Trailer 2

Newsdesk May 19, 2014 No Comments

It’s finally here! Get your first “I Am Groot,” more Rocket, Drax and Gamora in action, and the usual Peter Quill swagger in the second full trailer for Marvel’s “Guardians…

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