Showing posts with label Super-Team Family. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Super-Team Family. Show all posts
Wednesday, September 17, 2014
The Spectre and Hellboy
Emmet Scanlan has been cast in the role of Jim Corrigan on NBC's upcoming Constantine Series. No word yet whether Corrigan will eventually be killed off and return as The Spectre, but it will be an awful tease if the show runners don't give The Spirit of Vengeance a shot. They have hinted at characters like Doctor Fate as well, so I think there's a good chance I will get my wish - provided the series is a hit and runs long enough.
Labels:
Dark Horse Comics,
DC Comics,
Hellboy,
Mike Mignola,
spectre,
Super-Team Family,
Team Up
Tuesday, September 16, 2014
Batman and U.S.Agent
This is one of those pairings that I have wanted to do for years, since the early days of Brave and the Bold: The Lost Issues, but I never got around to it until now. I am not sure of what U.S.Agent's current status is in the Marvel Universe, but I have enjoyed his appearances throughout the years. I especially liked when he would work with Captain America's usual allies, and seeing their reaction to a shield-slinger with a decidedly different personality.
Labels:
Batman,
DC Comics,
Joe Quinones,
Marvel Comics,
Stanley Lau,
Super-Team Family,
Team Up,
U.S.Agent
Monday, September 15, 2014
The Unknown Soldier and Captain America
Cap has recently been taken out of the uniform again, with Sam Wilson filling in as the shield-slinging Avenger. Stuck in the body of a senior citizen, it's just a matter of time before Steve Rogers gets rejuvenated and assumes the mantle once again. With Chris Evans contracted for at least three more film appearances, that's pretty much a certainty. Once this Falcon/Cap arc is over, I hope that Marvel gives the whole recurring "Cap gets replaced" theme a rest. It's a plot device they have gone to many times over the past few decades and I would like to see Steve Rogers get a nice uninterrupted run as Captain America for a change.
By the way today's cover has repercussions that will be felt tomorrow, so stay tuned!
Sunday, September 14, 2014
Thor Vs. Sauron
If there is one superhero that would be right at home in Middle Earth, it would be Thor. He's got the wardrobe, the elevated speech patterns, the signature weapon, even the good sense to wear a helmet when going into battle. If only someone would give the movie Thor the helmet memo.
Saturday, September 13, 2014
Red Robin and Red Hulk
I have long been on record about feeling that there is too much duplication of characters, and the multiple Hulks and Robins running around are some of the prime culprits. Still, I have to admit that there have been some fun stories involving these two guys. It all depends on the creative team, after all. Even so, my preference would be to have Thunderbolt Ross as his old military self, and Tim Drake as the third (or even second) Robin. I don't know if those genies are ever going back into the bottle though....
Labels:
DC Comics,
Ed McGuinness,
Marcus To,
Marvel Comics,
Red Hulk,
Red Robin,
Robin,
Super-Team Family,
Team Up
Friday, September 12, 2014
Data and The Vision
The first close look at The Vision from Avengers: The Age of Ultron has been leaked, and I very much like what I see. Sure I could nitpick - the high collar and belt are missing and the simple diamond chest emblem seems to have been replaced with a more busy one - but for all intents and purposes, The Paul Bettany Vision looks very close to the comic character that I have read about for years. I hope he gets plenty of screen time, despite being the new guy on the block.
Labels:
Alan Davis,
Data,
Joe Corroney,
Marvel Comics,
Star Trek,
Super-Team Family,
Team Up,
The Vision
Thursday, September 11, 2014
Justice League of America and The Micronauts
OK, so The Transformers seem to rake in the box office receipts despite critical reaction, isn't it time for a Micronauts movie? A live action trip to the Microverse could be very cool. Maybe if Ant-Man is a hit for Marvel, audiences will be ready for more action in miniature.
Wednesday, September 10, 2014
The Bondsmen Return!
Of these four, I'd have to think that Doc Savage is the best suited to take over for Batman, but it would be interesting to see any of them assume the mantle.
Nick Fury has just gone through some major changes due to the end of Marvel's Original Sin event.
*** Spoilers ***
With the death of Uatu, Fury has become a Watcher-type character called The Unseen. I don't get it when comic companies combine two cool characters to create one new one - it never seems to work. This move kind of feels like the Hal Jordan Spectre all over again.
Monday, September 8, 2014
The Human Torch and Nightwing
Dick Grayson has dropped yet another superheroic identity and now operates undercover in a series titled simply Grayson, adding a new wrinkle to the career of comicdom's original sidekick. The aging and replacing of Robins in the DCU has been one of the main problems when trying to streamline continuity, and I don't see that improving any time soon. For the New 52 reboot, I think DC would perhaps been better served by de-aging Dick Grayson and returning him either to his Robin role or his first days as Nightwing, with a young Tim Drake assuming the mantle. They could still have reintroduced Jason or Damian eventually, but with all of Batman's partners running around simultaneously, it just clutters and dilutes the concept in my opinion - not to mention being anything but new reader friendly.
Sunday, September 7, 2014
Kamandi meets Sub-Mariner and The Hulk
I always got a kick out of seeing Namor and The Hulk interact, whether they were working together or at odds with one another. Namor had a nasty temper and a bad attitude towards the surface world, and no character other than The Hulk could match him in that department. The Hulk claimed to be the strongest one there is and got his way with brute force, but Namor was one of the few that could stand up to his might. These aspects gave their relationship an interesting dynamic.
Labels:
DC Comics,
Jack Kirby,
Kamandi,
Marvel Comics,
Namor,
Sub-Mariner,
Super-Team Family,
Team Up,
The Hulk
Saturday, September 6, 2014
Wonder Woman Vs. Judge Dredd
Brian Bolland has always left me wanting more as far as his interiors go, but I guess I can understand that the amount of care and detail that he includes means he won't produce as much work as some other artists. He makes up for it with his stunning cover work though. Whether it's on a standard superhero comic or something in more of a Vertigo vein, his visuals always make me stop and take a closer look... which is exactly what a great cover should do.
Labels:
Brian Bolland,
DC Comics,
Judge Dredd,
Super-Team Family,
Team Up,
Wonder Woman
Friday, September 5, 2014
Batman and Man-Thing in "Burning the Evidence!"
Man-Thing has been name-checked on Agents of Shield, and while I am sure that was mostly a nod to the fans, it would be fun for him to show up there. I don't know if he could carry his own Marvel movie, but appearances in a couple episodes of the TV series could be very cool... and help to erase the memories of the unfortunate made-for-TV film from some years back.
Batman first met Man-thing back in 2010...
Labels:
Batman,
DC Comics,
Man-Thing,
Marvel Comics,
Neal Adams,
Super-Team Family,
Team Up
Wednesday, September 3, 2014
Superman Vs. Annihilus
Annihilus has always been one of my favorite Marvel villains. His insect-like design creeped me out in a good way, I could see why any hero would be intimidated when he showed up. Plus he came from The Negative Zone, where the laws of our universe have no bearing. I'd love to see him make the leap to live action someday (provided that the Fantastic Four ever get a proper portrayal as well).
Labels:
Annihilus,
DC Comics,
Jim Aparo,
John Byrne,
Marvel Comics,
Super-Team Family,
Superman,
Team Up
Tuesday, September 2, 2014
Mary Marvel and Marvelman
Marvelman is a character and series that I always wanted to get into, but never got the chance. The series was not available around where I lived when it was originally in print, and then legal battles prevented new editions once I had plenty of comic shops to choose from. Finally, the chance has come around again to discover these stories, and I look forward to seeing what all the fuss was about.
Labels:
DC Comics,
Marvelman,
Mary Marvel,
Ramona Fradon,
Super-Team Family,
Team Up
Monday, September 1, 2014
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Vs. Deadpool and Bane
Despite the fact that word of mouth was less than stellar, the newest Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film seemed to do well at the box office, so audiences can count on another installment of the Michael Bay-produced franchise. The somewhat creepy design of the leads was a turn-off for me, so I decided to make this one a rental. For me, the CGI animated TMNT is still the best the Turtles have looked onscreen.
Sunday, August 31, 2014
Jade and The Hulk
Jade is yet another casualty of the New 52 Reboot. She and her brother, Obsidian, apparently had no place in a reality where their once-father was de-aged and changed his sexual orientation. Two perfectly good characters tossed aside for the sake of a quickly forgotten headline. Comics being comics, I hope they still find a way to resurface somewhere.
Labels:
Adam Hughes,
Alex Ross,
DC Comics,
Jade,
Marvel Comics,
Super-Team Family,
Team Up,
The Hulk
Saturday, August 30, 2014
Challengers of the Unknown and Iron Man
The Challenger of the Unknown are a DC property that never quite hit the big time as far as recognition beyond comics are concerned, but they seem to find a way to return every so often. I think a lot of it all comes down to their team name - it just sounds so cool, and it's a shame not to use it, not unlike The Doom Patrol. I'm not sure what the Challengers' current status is in the New 52. Hopefully they'll find their place in the spotlight again one of these days.
Friday, August 29, 2014
The Flash and The Thing in "The Fast and the Furious!"
I miss the Pre-New 52 Wally West. It's still strange to me that DC spent so many decades building him up as a character, only to cast him aside. Plus, along the shoddy treatment of Ralph Dibny, DC's anti-ginger bias saddens me. Guy Gardner better watch his back. Hopefully Grant Morrison's current Multiversity project will allow for the Wally I grew up with to return in some way.
Thursday, August 28, 2014
The Avengers and Manhunter
Now that the actors portraying the big 3 Avengers are nearing the end of their movie contracts, I am sure Marvel must be considering where to go next. Do they give Thor, Iron man and Cap a rest while giving some of their other heroes a chance on the big screen, or will they continue to make sequels? If it's the latter, will other actors step into the roles, or will they swap out the characters, focusing on Bucky as Cap or Rhodey as Iron Man? One thing is for sure, Marvel is on a roll and shows no sign of slowing down any time soon.
Labels:
Avengers,
DC Comics,
Manhunter,
Marvel Comics,
Super-Team Family,
Team Up,
Walt Simonson
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
Hourman and Jack Bauer
I was very happy to hear that the TV series 24 was making a return appearance this year, and it did not disappoint. Sure, it was way over the top, but that's what I always loved about the show. Kiefer Sutherland and William Devane chewed the scenery quite nicely and the addition of Yvonne Strahovsky was a welcome one. The ending left the story of Jack Bauer open, so hopefully we haven't seen the last of him.
Labels:
24,
DC Comics,
Hourman,
Jack Bauer,
Joe Corroney,
John Cassiday,
Super-Team Family,
Team Up
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