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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.…

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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…

Toy News TOYS

The Walking Dead Minimates Come to Life in a New Short Film

Newsdesk June 7, 2013 No Comments

The third series of The Walking Dead Minimates hits comic shops and specialty stores on June 12th, and has already been spotted at Toys “R” Us. To commemorate the occasion,…

Toy News TOYS

Mezco Toyz Reveals 6th Summer Exclusive: Man Of Steel Mez-Itz Three Pack

Newsdesk June 7, 2013 No Comments

New York- As the world of fandom collectively counts down to the July 18th start of San Diego Comic-Con International 2013, Mezco adds fuel to the flames of excitement by…

Movie News MOVIES

In Theaters June 16th: MY LITTLE PONY EQUESTRIA GIRLS

Newsdesk June 6, 2013 No Comments

SCREENVISION TEAMS UP WITH HASBRO STUDIOS & SHOUT! FACTORY TO BRING “MY LITTLE PONY EQUESTRIA GIRLS” TO CINEMAS NATIONWIDE BEGINNING JUNE 16 Ticket information and participating theatres at MLPEG.com Screenvision…

Toy News TOYS

Totally Wicked TMNT action figures are Epic

Newsdesk June 6, 2013 No Comments

Stopmotion footage at its finest brings the Teenage Mutating Ninja Turtles action figures to life. Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, and Michelangelo all take on Shredder and his evil foot clan in…

TV TV News

NEW “Teen Titans Go!” Video Clips & Images

Newsdesk June 6, 2013 No Comments

“Gorilla” New Episode Airs Tuesday, June 11 7:30 P.M. on Cartoon Network Beast Boy turns into a loud, obnoxious gorilla and refuses to change back, driving Robin crazy as he…

Comic News COMICS

YOU WANT THE BEST, IDW LIMITED IS GOING TO GIVE YOU THE BEST

Newsdesk June 6, 2013 No Comments

San Diego (6/6/13) – Today, IDW Limited announced their new KISS SOLO Comicfolio line and the God of Thunder has declared these collectibles “Hotter Than Hell!” Beginning with The Demon,…

Toy News TOYS

Hot Toys – Monsters University Cosbaby (S) Series

Newsdesk June 6, 2013 No Comments

In view of the upcoming launch of Monsters University, the prequel of Disney Pixar’s smash hit Monsters, Inc., Hot Toys is proud to present the Cosbaby (S) series from the…

Toy News TOYS

NECA Opens New Online Store, Mock.com, Announces Rewards Program

Newsdesk June 6, 2013 No Comments

Hillside, NJ—June 6, 2013—National Entertainment Collectibles Association (NECA), today launched Mock.com, a new online shopping experience inviting shoppers to browse a 3D store front with full customization capabilities to design…

Toy News TOYS

MMS Vinyl Series – Monsters University: Mike & Sulley Vinyl Collectible Set

Newsdesk June 6, 2013 No Comments

Hot Toys – MMSV07 – Monsters University: Mike & Sulley Vinyl Collectible Set special features: ~ MMS Vinyl Series ~ – Mike in detailed sculpture which stands approximately 5 inches…

COLUMNS Editorial Opinion SPOTLIGHT

SO WHEN DID NOLAN’S BATMAN DEFECT TO … HOLD UP! IS THAT IRON MAN 3!?

June 6, 2013 4 Comments

I was working on my next article having to do with how Iron Man 3 is not what the box office makes it out to be, when out of no…

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