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12/09/15 @ 5:07 pm EST
Source: Bleeding Cool | Categories: Dynamite


Today we have a writer’s commentary from Corinna Bechko for Aliens / Vampirella #4 which came out last week. The book features art by Javier Garcia-Miranda and a cover by Gabrielle Hardman. It’s a joint production between Dynamite Entertainment and Dark Horse. If you have the issue, you can follow along and see what Bechko’s thought are for each page.

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Page 1 – I feel like the greenhouse is an important location in this series, even though we don’t get to see it until midway through. I imagine that if you were stuck on Mars for years you might get a bit tired of the desolation, making every bit of greenery a refuge. I pictured a large space, big enough for trees and huge trellises, exactly what Javier provided, in fact!Furthermore, I think that finding one of your colleagues dead in the one place you went for solitude and peace would be a very nasty shock, so I love what Javier did here, teasing us with the bloody hand and then showing us the horrified reaction.

Page 2 – Now we get to see the horror of the scene, and a preview of coming attractions if the humans don’t step up their game. This is probably the bloodiest miniseries I’ve ever written, and the most fun I’ve had with crafting mayhem. Javier does a beautiful job with the blood and guts, but I think it’s his Xenomorphs that I love the most. More of that in a moment…

Page 3 – Because a book like this needs some downbeats and the occasional pause in the action, there are of course some scenes that involve just a couple of people talking. These could get boring quickly if allowed to become too static, but Javier gives a really nice flow to this one.

Pages 4 & 5 – Now we have something a bit different, not gore, or speculation, but suspense. There’s acid blood eating through the door lock and the only way out is a hole in the ceiling. It’s important that Vampirella’s wings look like they could support her, and here they do… Much to Lars’ chagrin, as is clear from the look on his face.

Page 6 – Scary Xenomorphs! Have I already mentioned that I love Javier’s Xenomorphs? Well, I do.

Page 7 – This is an important page, not only because of what happens on it, but because of what it sets up. Javier does a lovely job of conveying what’s happening with Vampirella while still letting us know that we should keep an eye on that sarcophagus.

Pages 8 & 9 – Pure suspense here, but it’s worth noting that it wouldn’t work half so well if we hadn’t seen what the Xenomorphs are capable of back on page one. Something I’ve appreciated about collaborating with Javier is the fact that he makes sure to keep all aspects of the story in mind like that. A dead body is just a dead body unless it informs how we think of something later in the story, as it does here.

Page 10 – Speaking of dead bodies… Here they work to shock our characters and as a bit of geography. We know we’re in the greenhouse without having to resort to a sign or even dialogue

Page 11 – Spooky! It’s also worth noting that this book wouldn’t be worth a damn if the Xenomorphs weren’t scary to look at. Happily, that’s not a problem.

Page 12 – Another pause to catch our breath as we get a little insight into the relationship between Lars and Vampirella. I love the look on Lars’ face in panel 4. He doesn’t want her to bite him, but he’s willing. Honestly, I could have just had him stay silent and let the art tell the story. It’s not always easy to remember that during the scripting phase, but if you trust the artist you’re working with it pays off. If you look back at the first couple of issues you’ll see that the book has actually become less dialogue driven as Javier and I have worked together longer.

Page 13 – Case in point! No dialogue or captions at all. We know where we are because Javier set up the geography back on pages 4,5, and 7.

Pages 14 & 15 – Something I’ve loved about Javier’s storytelling from the start is the way that he incorporates different body types, ages, and ethnicities into both the major and minor characters. I gave very little direction in the script as to how these folks should look, although we did discuss that the cast should be diverse. I’m so happy that the people in this book are people, not supermodels. It makes them come alive on the page.

Pages 16 to 19 – Back to the action! And another good look at how huge the greenhouse is. Admittedly, that idea is a bit of wish fulfillment for me. I doubt I’ll see a Mars base at all in my lifetime, much less one with features like this, but I can dream, can’t I?

Page 20 – Hooray! The Queen, the eggs, and all the features that clearly show that this is the one that came out of Vampirella. Javier outdid himself here and that makes it my favorite page in this issue.

Page 21 – Lest we forget, even the smallest of these creatures are deadly. Yes, there’s a great big Queen over there, but the eggs are dangerous too. But mom hates it when anyone messes with them. Javier did a nice job of echoing Vampirella’s wings on the Queen in panel 5.

Page 22 – The big reveal! Looks like there’s more than one type of creature to worry about. And because Javier set up everything so neatly, we aren’t at all confused as to why there’s suddenly a Nosferatu standing in front of us. She’s old, she’s wizened, and she’s creepy as hell. A beautiful contrast to how Javier handles Vampirella.

For more on Aliens / Vampirella #4, click here.
03/28/24 @ 4:16 pm EST
Source: Marvel | Categories: Spider-Man

In 1984, Spider-Man discovered a mysterious black costume during the original Secret Wars. Adopting it as new suit, it became one of Spidey’s signature looks before it dramatically revealed itself as the Venom symbiote! It’s impact on the Spidey mythos cements it as one of the most significant super hero costume changes in comic book history, and this year, Marvel Comics is celebrating 40 years of the Black Costume with facsimile editions of Spider-Man’s early adventures wearing the costume, and the launch of new BLACK COSTUME VARIANT COVERS this May! Across 23 covers on some of Marvel’s hottest current series, see your favorite heroes suit up in sleek all-black looks! Featuring all-new designs by Marvel’s most acclaimed artists, these pieces give a glimpse into universes where Captain America, Iron Man, Ms. Marvel, and more came across symbiote suits of their own and slowly discovered its sinister secrets.

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03/28/24 @ 4:07 pm EST
Source: Deadline | Categories: MIsc

Tatiana Maslany, Elijah Wood, Christian Convery, Colin O’Brien, Rohan Campbell and Sarah Levy

Clockwise L-R: Tatiana Maslany, Elijah Wood, Christian Convery, Colin O’Brien, Rohan Campbell and Sarah Levy

Horror movie The Monkey, the adaptation of the Stephen King short story, wrapped shooting a week ago and Deadline is reporting that lead cast joining Theo James (The White Lotus) includes Tatiana Maslany (SheHulk: Attorney at Law), Elijah Wood (The Lord Of The Rings), Christian Convery (Sweet Tooth), Colin O’Brien (Wonka), Rohan Campbell (The Hardy Boys) and Sarah Levy (Schitt’s Creek).As was previously reported, the team behind the movie includes genre supremo James Wan, creator of the The Conjuring Universe and co-creator of the Saw and Insidious franchises.In The Monkey, when twin brothers Hal and Bill discover their father’s old monkey toy in the attic, a series of gruesome deaths starts occurring all around them. The brothers decide to throw the monkey away and move on with their lives, growing apart over the years. But when the mysterious deaths begin again, the brothers must reunite to find a way to destroy the monkey for good before it takes the lives of everyone close to them.

03/28/24 @ 4:01 pm EST
Source: Skybound | Categories: Skybound

Today Skybound and Image Comics, in collaboration with leading toy and game company Hasbro, revealed new variant covers for Duke #5 from writer Joshua Williamson (DC’s Superman, Dark Ride), artist Tom Reilly (The Thing) and colorist Jordie Bellaire (W0rldtr33). The series finale of the Energon Universe’s acclaimed limited series arrives in comic book shops on April 24, 2024. Duke has been betrayed by his allies and hunted by new enemies. The time has come for Duke to start fighting for something bigger than his country. Bigger than he ever could have imagined. Get ready for the last page shocker than no one will see coming! Duke #5 will feature a main cover by Reilly, along with a stacked lineup of variant covers by Mateus Santolouco, Tyler Boss & Jason Wordie, Brian Level, and Dustin Nguyen. One of four action-packed G.I. JOE miniseries that introduce the iconic characters of the G.I. JOE and Cobra factions to the Energon Universe, Duke is running concurrently with Cobra Commander from writer Joshua Williamson, artist Andrea Milana (Impact Winter: Rook) and colorist Annalisa Leoni (Oblivion Song). These miniseries set the stage for a fresh new take on G.I. JOE, Cobra and the iconic characters that you only think you know in a shared universe with TRANSFORMERS and Void Rivals! The Energon Universe officially began last summer with the surprise first appearance of iconic TRANSFORMERS character Jetfire in Void Rivals #1 from Robert Kirkman (Invincible, The Walking Dead) and Lorenzo De Felici (Kroma), introducing the historic new collaboration between Hasbro and Skybound, with TRANSFORMERS and G.I. JOE comics finding a new home with the publisher. Then TRANSFORMERS from writer/artist Daniel Warren Johnson (Extremity, Do a Powerbomb, DC’s Wonder Woman: Dead Earth) and colorist Mike Spicer (Stillwater, Murder Falcon) kicked off a brand-new era for the iconic franchise. The Energon Universe recently expanded with the launch of Duke and Cobra Commander. Beginning in June 2024, limited series Scarlett, from writer Kelly Thompson (Black Widow, Birds of Prey) and artist Marco Ferrari (Frontiersman) and Destro, from writer Dan Watters (Loki, Universal Monsters: Creature from the Black Lagoon Lives!) and artist Andrei Bressan (Dark Ride, Birthright), will round out the lineup of action-packed G.I. JOE miniseries that introduce the iconic characters of the G.I. JOE and Cobra factions to the Energon Universe. Fans should expect can’t-miss moments from every issue of the Energon Universe, as secrets are unveiled along the path to answering the BIG questions. Duke #5 (of 5) (Lunar Codes Below $3.99) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, comiXology, and Google Play on Wednesday, April 24, 2024.

The full list of variant covers is below:

Duke #5 Cover A by Tom Reilly (Lunar Code 0224IM262)

Duke #5 Cover B by Mateus Santolouco (Lunar Code 0224IM263)

Duke #5 Cover C (1:10 Copy Incentive) (Connecting) by Tyler Boss & Jason Wordie (Lunar Code 0224IM264)

Duke #5 Cover D (1:25 Copy Incentive) by Brian Level (Lunar Code 0224IM265)

Duke #5 Cover E (1:50 Copy Incentive) by Dustin Nguyen (Lunar Code 0224IM266)





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03/28/24 @ 10:45 am EST
Source: ComicBook | Categories: Star Trek

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The Star Trek franchise continues to grow with the addition of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, and the new series is gearing up for filming. Star Trek received a breath of fresh air on Paramount+, with Star Trek: Discovery, Star Trek: Lower Decks, Picard, and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds all finding success. Even more content is on the way, most notably in the form of a young adult series titled Star Trek: Starfleet Academy. What sets Starfleet Academy apart from its predecessors is it takes place in the 32nd century, meaning it shouldn't have to worry about continuity as much. Now, we have an idea of when Starfleet Academy production kicks off. Variety reports production on Star Trek: Starfleet Academy will begin this summer, with the show sporting "the largest single set ever created for Star Trek on TV." A description of the series states Starfleet Academy "will follow the adventures of a new class of Starfleet cadets as they come of age in one of the most legendary places in the galaxy." The newest season of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is currently in production, and Michelle Yeoh's Section 31 movie has wrapped filming, so there's a lot for Star Trek fans to look forward to. (via ComicBook.com)

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03/28/24 @ 10:31 am EST
Source: Deadline | Categories: MIsc

Following his breakout role in 1923, Brandon Sklenar looks to have found his next feature film project as he is set to join Christoper Landon’s film Drop from Platinum Dunes and Blumhouse. Meghann Fahy is also on board with Landon directing. The film’s logline is being kept under wraps, but it’s said to be a fast-paced thriller. Jillian Jacobs and Chris Roach penned the script, with Michael Bay, Jason Blum, Brad Fuller and Cameron Fuller — who brought the script in to Platinum Dunes — producing. Sam Lerner is an executive producer. The film is a Platinum Dunes and Blumhouse production for Universal. The partnership between the two production companies has delivered huge results from its Purge franchise that includes five films with the sixth on the way as well as a TV series. (via Deadline)

03/27/24 @ 7:46 pm EST
Source: Deadline | Categories: MIsc

L-R: Dan Stevens, Liv Hewson and Kimiko Glenn join 'Among Us' animated series

L-R: Dan Stevens, Liv Hewson and Kimiko Glenn

Dan Stevens (Downton Abbey), Liv Hewson (Yellowjackets) and Kimiko Glenn (Orange Is The New Black) have joined the cast of Among Us, an animated series based on the highly popular game, from CBS Studios, Innersloth, and creator Owen Dennis (Infinity Train). They join previously announced Randall Park, Ashley Johnson, Yvette Nicole Brown and Elijah Wood. CBS Studios‘ animation arm Eye Animation Productions is currently developing the project in partnership with Innersloth, the independent studio behind the game.The series is created and executive produced by Dennis, who is under an overall deal at CBS Studios. No network or streamer is currently attached.Per the logline, the series is based on the game’s premise: “Members of your crew have been replaced by an alien shapeshifter intent on causing confusion, sabotaging the ship, and killing everyone. Root out the ‘Impostor’ or fall victim to its murderous designs.” (via Deadline) For character details and more, click here.

03/27/24 @ 7:40 pm EST
Source: Deadline | Categories: MIsc

Julianne Hough

Julianne Hough has landed a role in The Bride!, writer-director Maggie Gyllenhaal‘s follow-up to her Academy Award-nominated drama The Lost Daughter.A Warner Bros title steeped in the Frankenstein lore, the film also stars Christian Bale, Jessie Buckley, Peter Sarsgaard, Annette Bening and Penelope Cruz, as previously announced. Details as to Hough’s role are under wraps. Slated for release in IMAX on October 3, 2025, The Bride! sees a lonely Frankenstein travel to 1930s Chicago to seek the aide of a Dr. Euphronius in creating a companion for himself. The two reinvigorate a murdered young woman and the Bride is born. She is beyond what either of them intended, igniting a combustible romance, the attention of the police and a wild and radical social movement. (via Deadline)

03/27/24 @ 7:36 pm EST
Source: BOOM! Studios | Categories: MIsc

BOOM! Studios today revealed a first look at ORCS!: THE GIFT #3, the next issue of the third and final chapter of the critically acclaimed comic book series by cartoonist Christine Larsen (Adventure Time, By Night), in the world of the beloved misfit ORCS! Available in April 2024. As the Orcs hurtle towards the final issue of The Gift, Pez struggles to control her chaotic magical powers. Back in the caves meanwhile, a mysterious specter is seemingly haunting the entire tribe... Who (or what?!) could it be? What unfinished business do they have with the Orcs? And why do these things always seem to happen when the Wise Woman is away? Answers to all of these questions (and more!) await readers in the penultimate issue of Christine Larsen's latest ORCS! adventure! ORCS! THE GIFT #3 features a main cover by Christine Larsen, with variants by Gus Allen (Lumberjanes). ORCS! THE GIFT is the latest release from BOOM! Studios’ award-winning KaBOOM! imprint, home to comics for middle grade and younger readers including original series Mech Cadets by Greg Pak and Takeshi Miyazawa; Just Beyond by R.L. Stine, Kelly & Nichole Matthews, and Irene Flores; ORCS! By Christine Larsen; The Princess Who Saved Herself by Greg Pak, Jonathan Coulton, and Takeshi Miyazawa; Forever Home by Jenna Ayoub; Jo & Rus by Audra Winslow, Hex Vet by Sam Davies; Drew and Jot by Art Baltazar; and Hotel Dare by Terry Blas and Claudia Aguirre.

ORCS! The Gift #3 A Main: DEC230191

ORCS! The Gift #3 B Variant: DEC230192

ORCS! The Gift #3 C 1:10 INCV: DEC230193

ORCS! THE GIFT #3 will be available in comic shops April 24, 2024. It is available for pre-order at your local comic shop. Digital copies can be purchased from content providers, including iBooks, Google Play, and Kindle.

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03/27/24 @ 10:27 am EST
Source: Hollywood Reporter | Categories: Disney

Pirates Of The Caribbean producer Jerry Bruckheimer would 'love' to have Johnny Depp return Daily Mail Online

Jerry Bruckheimer has revealed that the next installment of Pirates of the Caribbean will be a reboot of the beloved franchise. The legendary producer said in an interview with ComicBook.com that they’re working on a Pirates of the Caribbean sequel as well as Top Gun 3, but noted that the latter is going to take longer to develop since it involves coordinating schedules with several A-list actors, such as Tom Cruise, Miles Teller and Glen Powell. “You don’t know how they come together. You just don’t know,” Bruckheimer said. “Because with Top Gun you have an actor who is iconic and brilliant. And how many movies he does before he does Top Gun, I can’t tell you. But we’re gonna reboot Pirates, so that is easier to put together because you don’t have to wait for certain actors.” Disney seemingly starting from scratch with Pirates may come as a surprise to some fans, as there have already been ideas swirling in recent years about the franchise’s future — some that involve Margot Robbie and others that see Johnny Depp returning. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Bruckheimer said that he “would love to have” Depp in another movie.

03/27/24 @ 10:28 am EST
Source: ComicBook | Categories: MIsc

Scott Derrickson, C. Robert Cargill Tackling New Adaptation of Noir Novel 'The Night of the Hunter – Culture Elixir

Scott Derrickson has his next project lined up. It has been revealed the Doctor Strange helmer will soon tackle a reimagining of The Night of the Hunter. A cinema classic some might say is one of the best films ever released, Derrickson is directing the remake of the picture while writing the script for it alongside frequent collaborator C. Robert Cargill. Charles Laughton's original 1955 film—an adaptation of a 1953 novel of the same name—was added to the United States National Film Registry in 1992. The film and novel feature a con man who pretends to be a preacher to get close to a family in order to steal their money. Work on the film will likely take place after Derrickson and Cargill wrap work on The Black Phone 2, the project the duo is currently working on now. Given the original Black Phone was based on a short story, it's yet to be seen what plot a sequel could follow. Joe Hill, the author behind the aforementioned short previously teased an exciting, all-new story for Ethan Hawke's Creeper. The Black Phone is now streaming on STARZ while The Black Phone 2 is set to hit theaters on June 27, 2025. The original The Night of the Hunter film can be seen on Tubi. (via ComicBook.com)

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