Monthly Archives: February 2014

DC Comics 3-D Motion Covers return in September

Posted on February 28, 2014 by bmacconnell1

Graphic Policy At ComicsPro in Atlanta, GA today, DC Entertainment revealed that this September 3-D motion covers are returning in an even bigger and better way! Due to the “success” of 2013’s “Villains Month” 3-D motion covers, DC is going … Continue reading →

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First Impressions – NEW WARRIORS #1

Posted on February 27, 2014 by bmacconnell1

Another new series for 2014 coming from Marvel, and it’s another revival of an old book with (some) new characters. NEW WARRIORS #1 introduces a new generation to an ensemble cast of young superheroes (and Kaine). Can these heroes, old … Continue reading →

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Meet the Guardians of the Galaxy: Groot

Posted on February 22, 2014 by bmacconnell1

I am disappointed the trailer didn’t have any “I AM GROOT”. Then again, we don’t want to use it up before the movie even comes out, do we? Graphic Policy Get to know maybe the strangest member of the Guardians … Continue reading →

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The New Fantastic Four Revealed

Posted on February 21, 2014 by bmacconnell1

Graphic Policy After months of speculation, it looks the cast of the rebooted Fantastic Four movie from Fox has been decided…. and it’s interesting. Numerous reputable sites are reporting that Miles Teller, Kate Mara, Michael B. Jordan andJamie Bell will … Continue reading →

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First Impressions – THE PUNISHER (2014) #1

Posted on February 20, 2014 by bmacconnell1

Another new year, and another round of new series. Marvel is having its Marvel NOW initiative, and among the characters getting new or renumbered series is everyone’s favorite deliverer of lethal justice. Frank Castle is back to his old tricks, … Continue reading →

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First Impressions – MS. MARVEL #1

Posted on February 16, 2014 by bmacconnell1

Once upon a time, Air Force officer Carol Danvers gained superpowers. She donned a costume and became the distaff counterpart to Captain Marvel. Years later, Carol would become so respected (both in universe and in real life), that she took … Continue reading →

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Greg Rucka Rockets Into the Cosmic Unknown for Cyclops #1!

Posted on February 16, 2014 by bmacconnell1

Graphic Policy What would you do if you were suddenly thrust into the future? See your older self. Learn the path you’ve taken. The mistakes you’ve made. Now, imagine that the father you thought died long ago is alive and … Continue reading →

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First Impressions – FURIOUS #1

Posted on February 12, 2014 by bmacconnell1

One would think becoming a superhero would lead to immediate fame. But press and people are fickle, just as willing to demonize as to praise, as likely to twist even the purest intentions into something that validates their own individual … Continue reading →

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Ben McKenzie is Jim Gordon

Posted on February 9, 2014 by bmacconnell1

Graphic Policy After many false reports, Deadline is reporting that Fox‘s Gotham has found its lead, Detective James Gordon. Ben McKenzie, who most recently on Southland, has been cast for the role. McKenzie broke onto the scene long ago on … Continue reading →

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Nick Lowe Takes Over Spider-Man as the New Senior Editor

Posted on February 5, 2014 by bmacconnell1

Graphic Policy Marvel Entertainment has announced that Nick Lowe will be the new Senior Editor of Marvel Comics’ Spider-Man related titles beginning this February. After leading the X-Men through a Schism, a Revolution and a Battle, Nick Lowe is setting … Continue reading →

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