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Fanboy Factor — Comics & Pop Culture with Perspective

Fanboy Factor — Comics & Pop Culture with Perspective

Coverage, reviews, and interviews across comics, movies, toys, and pop culture — with context and perspective.

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COLUMNS Editorial Opinion SPOTLIGHT

Movies You Didn’t Know Came From Comics

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher March 24, 2026 No Comments

Not all comic book movies wear capes. When people hear “comic book movie,” they think superheroes. But comics have always told every kind of story — crime, romance, horror, history…

COLUMNS Interviews SPOTLIGHT

Talking with Szymon Kudranski

Anthony Andujar Jr. March 23, 2026 No Comments

Szymon Kudranski has built a career as one of comics’ most distinctive writer-artists, known for blending atmospheric storytelling with striking, cinematic visuals. After working with major publishers like Marvel and…

COLUMNS Editorial SPOTLIGHT

Why Hollywood Keeps Returning to Superheroes

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher March 17, 2026 No Comments

Superhero fatigue isn’t new—so why does the industry keep going back? https://youtu.be/SVwFCO8dJeM?si=PhrZCCzwdL4NuNmx Every few years, the same conversation comes back—are audiences tired of superheroes? But this isn’t a new phenomenon.…

SPOTLIGHT TV TV Reviews

Invincible Season 4 Review: War Comes to the Invincible Universe

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher March 16, 2026 No Comments

Invincible returns for a fourth season, and this time it’s war — the Viltrumite War, to be exact. Previously in season three of Invincible, we saw Mark Grayson / Invincible…

COLUMNS Editorial SPOTLIGHT

There Were Stories: The Evolution of Comic Books: Contemporary Age

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher March 12, 2026 No Comments

The twenty-first century changed how the world moved — and comics changed with it. As life became faster, more connected, and increasingly digital, comics followed. The medium fractured and expanded…

COLUMNS Interviews SPOTLIGHT

Talking With Antonio Clark

Anthony Andujar Jr. March 11, 2026 No Comments

Antonio Clark is an illustrator whose work reflects a lifelong passion for comics, science fiction, and visual storytelling. Known for energetic line work and expressive character art, Clark has developed…

COLUMNS Editorial SPOTLIGHT

There Were Stories: The Evolution of Comic Books: The Dark Age

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher March 5, 2026 No Comments

By the mid-1980s, comics had grown darker. As optimism faded and moral certainty collapsed, stories turned inward. Heroes were questioned, authority was distrusted, and the old myths that once defined…

COLUMNS Editorial SPOTLIGHT

Will Eisner’s The Plot and the Enduring Power of Antisemitic Propaganda

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher March 4, 2026 No Comments

Lies don’t disappear when they’re exposed—they evolve. In The Plot: The Secret Story of The Protocols of the Elders of Zion, Will Eisner traced the life cycle of one of…

COLUMNS Opinion SPOTLIGHT

Will Eisner’s The Dreamer and the Truth Behind Comics’ Golden Age

Brian Isaacs - Executive Editor / Publisher March 3, 2026 No Comments

Have you ever wanted to be an insider during the birth of comic books—not the version we celebrate today, but the version that actually existed? That’s what Will Eisner’s The…

COLUMNS Interviews SPOTLIGHT

Talking With Fred Van Lente

Anthony Andujar Jr. March 2, 2026 No Comments

Comic book writer Fred Van Lente has built a career blending sharp humor, deep research, and imaginative world-building across some of the industry’s most recognizable publishers. Known for acclaimed runs…

Conventions EVENTS

The Crow: 1/6th scale The Crow Collectible Figure

Newsdesk July 25, 2013 No Comments

The 15th ACGHK is less than 24 hours away and the special edition of the following collectible figurine is only available for pre-order during the event for fans in Hong…

Toy News TOYS

New Sanrio & Day of the Dead NBC & Beetlejuice

Newsdesk July 24, 2013 No Comments

Yes, it is true…Christmas in July is always a treat! BUT…What about for those that have a different favorite holiday? LIKE HALLOWEEN!?!? Today, my Halloween loving friends…It’s your turn for…

Comic News COMICS

Dark Horse Rocks EISNERS With Five Wins!

Newsdesk July 24, 2013 No Comments

Best Anthology Dark Horse Presents, edited by Mike Richardson. A 2012 Eisner and Harvey Award winner, this legendary, premier anthology is back and here to stay! The eighty-page spectacular Dark…

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“Grey’s Anatomy” stars Justin Chambers, Kevin McKidd voice all-new clip from “Justice League: The Flashpoint Paradox”

Newsdesk July 24, 2013 No Comments

Warner has released a new clip from the upcoming animated feature JUSTICE LEAGUE: THE FLASHPOINT PARADOX. Today’s clip finds Barry Allen (Flash) explaining the “Speed Force” to Batman (Thomas Wayne,…

Comic News COMICS

Rat Queens Brings the Booze and Brawls in September

Newsdesk July 24, 2013 No Comments

They’re not your typical band of high fantasy adventurers: Hannah the Rockabilly Elven Mage, Violet the Hipster Dwarven Fighter, Dee the Atheist Human Cleric, and Betty the Hippy Hafling Thief.…

COLUMNS SPOTLIGHT Writers Wanted

THE FANBOY FACTOR IS LOOKING FOR WRITERS/REVIEWERS!!

Fanboy Factor July 24, 2013 No Comments

Want a chance to review or write? Then The Fanboy Factor wants you! Currently Fanboy Factor is looking for creative, mature and dynamic reviewers and columnists in the following categories:…

Conventions EVENTS

Hot Toys – Another Special Edition Collectible Figurine for Pre-Order at Ani-Com Hong Kong

Newsdesk July 24, 2013 No Comments

As promised, we are revealing more special edition collectible figures available for pre-order at Ani-Com. The scenes of Tony Stark infiltrating The Mandarin’s mansion with his homemade weapons have been…

Comic News COMICS

VALIANT Debuts ETERNAL WARRIOR #1/BLOODSHOT AND H.A.R.D. CORPS #14 SKETCHBOOK – In Stores Today!

Newsdesk July 24, 2013 No Comments

The Summer of Valiant is just getting started! Debuting today in a comic shop near you, get an exclusive sneak peek at Valiant’s next two blockbuster releases with the Eternal…

Comic News COMICS

DAY MEN #1 SELLS OUT, GOES TO SECOND PRINT

Newsdesk July 24, 2013 No Comments

July 24th, 2013 – Los Angeles, CA – BOOM! Studios is proud to announce that DAY MEN #1, the first BOOM! project drawn by industry legend Brian Stelfreeze, has sold…

Conventions EVENTS Toy News TOYS

More is coming to Hong Kong Ani-Com event

Newsdesk July 24, 2013 No Comments

A surprise appearance by this enigmatic character is coming to this year’s Ani-Com Hong Kong and will be available for pre-order there! Stay tuned on our Facebook Page to see…

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