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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…

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 Reviews

TV Review: Arrow: Season 2: Episode 23 [Season Finale]: Unthinkable (CW)

May 18, 2014 No Comments

The last two episodes prior to Unthinkable have set up the three part finale that started with City of Blood. So the finale not only has to be up to…

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The Next Issue 136 – We Can’t Possibly Watch Enough TV

May 18, 2014 No Comments

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN IN Before Pete runs out to see Godzilla, he join Aitch and Armand as they discuss: What they expect out of Godzilla Agents of Shield and…

Movie News MOVIES

New MARVEL’S GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY Teaser Trailer

Newsdesk May 16, 2014 No Comments

Disney has released a new teaser trailer for MARVEL’S GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY Also, don’t miss a LIVE Q&A with the cast including Chris Pratt, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, and…

Toy News TOYS

Titan Plans for Purr-fect Captain Action Cat Merchandise

Newsdesk May 16, 2014 No Comments

Titan Merchandise expandslicensing with CAE Titan Merchandise, a leading international licensee of pop culture icons and Captain Action Enterprises, licensors of the popular Captain Action line, are proud to announce…

Comic News COMICS

BOOM! STUDIOS ANNOUNCES NEW LINE OF DELUXE EDITION TRADE PAPERBACKS, KICKING OFF WITH ‘THE SAVAGE BROTHERS’

Newsdesk May 16, 2014 No Comments

Just as the dead walk again, THE SAVAGE BROTHERS have returned! The popular BOOM! Studios title is being resurrected to kick off the publisher’s new line of full-sized, deluxe editions,…

Comic News COMICS

We have a new PEANUTS original graphic novel coming!

Newsdesk May 16, 2014 No Comments

You’ve seen Snoopy in Japan, now see what the coolest beagle around gets up to in space! Next month we have the brand new, original graphic novel PEANUTS: THE BEAGLE…

Comic News COMICS

GODZILLA RESURFACES IN A NEW MINI-SERIES

Newsdesk May 16, 2014 No Comments

An Apocalyptic Wasteland Awaits The King Of The Monsters! This summer, the fire-breathing goliath, Godzilla faces a ravaged earth in the brand new mini-series Godzilla: Cataclysm! Like the previous critically…

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HIKARI FRIDAY ROUND 3!

Newsdesk May 16, 2014 No Comments

Are you ready for Hikari Friday Round 3?! This Friday, we are giving away TWO DIFFERENT Hikari Sofubi Vinyl Figures! We will pick two winners this week and each will…

Comic News COMICS

J. Jonah Jameson Was Right! Your First Look at AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #1.2!

Newsdesk May 16, 2014 No Comments

Spider-Man is a menace! Today, Marvel is proud to present your first look at AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #1.2 – the next exciting chapter of Learning to Crawl from New York Times…

Comic News COMICS

Trimpe. Wolverine. Hero Exclusive Overstreet #44.

Newsdesk May 16, 2014 No Comments

Co-creator Herb Trimpe returns to Wolverine for the Guide! The year 2014 is a big one for anniversaries and few of them would compare with the 40th anniversary of Marvel…

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