ZORRO, THE LEGENDARY MASKED HERO, RETURNS TO COMICSWITH SUPERNATURAL TERROR TALES 04/18/18 @ 8:30 am EST
Source: American Mythology | Categories: Zorro | Comments (0) | E-mail Article | Add a CommentIn advance of next year’s landmark 100-year anniversary of the character, American Mythology is proud to announce that
Zorro – the swashbuckling adventurer of literature and film – will return to comics in August 2018 with a bold and unexpected twist:, the Zorro tales will have a supernatural bent, pitting the famed hero against demons, vampires, and all forms of paranormal evil.
Zorro: Swords of Hell, the first miniseries of the Maryland-based publisher’s thrilling new western horror direction, will be written by
David Avallone (
Bettie Page,
Twilight Zone: The Shadow), illustrated by
Roy Allan Martinez (
House of M,
Immortal Iron Fist), and colored by
Enrica Angiolini(
Warhammer 40,000,
Eternal Thirst of Dracula).
John Gertz, President of Zorro Productions, Inc. stated: "For decades we have utilized a fresh, innovative approach with top talent to enhance the Zorro's universe of characters, the Zorro brand & franchise." Gertz continued: "Our relationship with American Mythology is yet another example of our commitment to our fans and Zorro!".
In
Swords of Hell #1, wealthy playboy Don Diego de la Vega celebrates the defeat of his nemesis, the villainous Alcalde Quintero, by his secret alter-ego Zorro with a joyous celebration at his hacienda… but unknown to de la Vega and his beloved Lolita, his actions have set a terrible vengeance in motion. A dark power has risen in Alta California, an unstoppable horde of demonic horsemen intent on bringing Hell to Earth, and Zorro – the defender of the people – must use every weapon, every skill, every ounce of strength and resolve to bring this infernal incursion to heel.
Writer David Avallone says, “I’ve been a big fan of Zorro since I was a kid, when my father sat me down to watch one of his very favorite movies: the 1940 Tyrone Power
Mark of Zorro. It became one of my favorites, too… and still is! I was thrilled when American Mythology asked me to write such an iconic pulp hero; the guy who showed the Shadow and Batman how it’s done. And as a long-time resident of Los Angeles, it’s a kick to visit my beloved city 200 years ago, and play off what it was then and what it was fated to become.”
Avallone, an expert in pulp storytelling, having worked with such icons as Doc Savage, Vampirella, The Shadow, and Bettie Page, relished at the prospect of exploring a western horror direction for the hero. “I’m excited to confront Zorro with supernatural foes. We’ve all seen him swashbuckling his way through armies of Spanish Empire troops, but the ‘Swords of Hell’ are the greatest challenge he’s ever faced," says Avallone. "Zorro will have to dig deep into his bag of tricks, and ride down some unfamiliar roads to free Los Angeles from their demonic yoke of oppression.”
Editor-in-Chief Mike Wolfer says, “As with our Edgar Rice Burroughs titles (
Carson of Venus,
The Land That Time Forgot,
The Moon Maid,
Pellucidar), American Mythology sets out to develop new stories set in fan-favorite worlds firmly-established over 100 years ago… so rest assured, our
Zorro comics will respect the hero as everyone knows and loves him to be. But when considering the hundreds of
Zorro comics that have come before, we needed a twist to make our new tales unique – and we all immediately agreed that our new American Mythology stories would all have supernatural horror overtones. We might not have seen those elements in many previous
Zorro comics, but that doesn't mean that such stories didn't happen. Maybe in the past, those adventures were just too horrifying to tell, but now, they will be told!”
The debut issue of
Zorro: Swords of Hell features a wide selection of cover variants, providing fans and retailers with the freedom of choice:
Main Cover by interior artist Roy Allan Martinez
“Demon Fury” Variant by S.L. Gallant (
G.I. Joe,
Marvel Adventures: The Avengers)
“Classic Nostalgia” Variant by Jon Pinto (
Stargate Atlantis)
“Visions of Zorro” Limited Edition Variant, by cartooning legend Alex Toth (
Super Friends,
The Herculoids), limited to a print run of only 450 comics
“Blank Sketch” Variant, perfect for professional and aspiring artists to illustrate Zorro, “The Fox,” was created in 1919 by the writer Johnston McCulley for his serialized novel
The Curse of Capistrano. This story was the first of 65 immensely popular prose tales in which the romantic hero fought injustice in Spanish California’s Pueblo de Los Angeles. In the century since, Zorro has been an omnipresent figure in pop culture, the star of novels, comic books, cartoons, television, and feature films.
Zorro: Swords of Hell #1 will be advance solicited in Diamond Comic Distributors' May 2018
Previews catalog, the premier source of merchandise for the comic book specialty market, and slated for release in August. Comic book fans are encouraged to reserve copies with their local comic book retailers.
'THE SACRIFICERS' WELCOMES NEW ARTIST, REVEALS INKS AHEAD OF NEW ARC05/01/24 @ 2:47 pm EST
Source: Image Comics | Categories: Image | Comments (0) | E-mail Article | Add a CommentThe critically acclaimed Giant Generator series
The Sacrificers—by
The New York Times bestselling writer Rick Remender (
Napalm Lullaby, Deadly Class, LOW) and artist Max Fiumara (
Amazing Spider-Man, Four Eyes, Lucifer), Shuster award winning colorist Dave McCaig (
The Walking Dead Deluxe), and published by Image Comics—will welcome a guest artist André Lima Araújo (
A Righteous Thirst for Vengeance) to the team. Araújo will be on deck for the series interiors of issues #10-12, the first of which will kick off a new story arc in July. Early uncolored, unlettered inks from the upcoming
The Sacrificers #10 hint at what's to come when Remender and Araújo join forces to tell the tale of Princess Soluna’s fall from grace. After a reversal of fortune tests her resilience, she's brought face-to-face with unimaginable horrors in a search for refuge in a seemingly godforsaken world. "André is one of the greatest talents in comics today and one of those rare people who is not only an incredibly talented and exciting illustrator, but a wonderful storyteller, and a machine that never misses a schedule," said Remender. "On top of that, he's a sweet guy and a lot of fun to work with. We're really lucky to have him come join us on this and become part of this strange little family we've been building."
The Sacrificers #10 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, July 10:
Cover A by McCaig - Lunar Code 0524IM347
Cover B (1:10 copy incentive) by McCaig - Lunar Code 0524IM348
The Sacrificers is available across many digital platforms, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play.
'M3GAN' SEQUEL SETS 'AHSOKA' STAR IVANNA SAKHNO AS CO-LEAD05/01/24 @ 2:48 pm EST
Source: Deadline | Categories: MIsc | Comments (0) | E-mail Article | Add a CommentFollowing her breakout role as Shin Hati in the hit
Star Wars series
Ahsoka, Ivanna Sakhno has found her next big role.
Deadline is reporting that she has landed a major part in
M3GAN 2.0, a sequel to the hit film from Atomic Monster and Blumhouse in association with Divide/Conquer. She joins a cast that includes Allison Williams and Violet McGraw. Plot details on
M3GAN 2.0 are unknown, but the original film revolves around a life-like AI doll that is programmed to be a child’s greatest companion and a parent’s greatest ally. Designed by brilliant toy-company roboticist Gemma (Williams), M3GAN can listen, watch and learn as she becomes friend and teacher, playmate and protector, for the child she is bonded to. That film would go on to make $180 million worldwide on a $12 million budget, with a sequel quickly going into development.
NEW 'THUNDERCATS' ARC UNLEASHED IN #6 -- PLUS THE THUNDERTANK!04/30/24 @ 11:05 pm EST
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Dynamite and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products' blockbuster
ThunderCats comic book series explodes to new heights this July in a brand new story arc reuniting writer Declan Shalvey with ongoing artist Drew Moss that brings an exciting first appearance for the series and more!
Following June's issue #5 with guest artist Stephen Mooney (
Half Past Danger, The Rocketeer) and a focus on Cheetara's training of Lion-O, the unstoppable tag team of Shalvey and Moss realign for this exciting next step in the epic journey. With the ThunderCats now more settled on their new home planet of Third Earth, it's time for them to make it their home.
Fans will get to see Drew's new artistic vision of the team's base. Even more exciting will be the debut of the Thundertank into the series! Though Lion-O remains the central figure of the series, this arc will shift a bit from each core character issue to issue, showing their relationship with the young upstart heroic leader. Panthro powers up their iconic vehicle to kick off this new arc with a bang. While on a quest to track down sources of Thundrainium, the warrior recalls back to the days of Thundara before its destruction, Lion-O's time as a cub, but he can't reminisce too much. He'll find himself attacked by Mu'Tants and along the way learn more of the history of Third Earth, its penal colony past and the irony of now using it as a sanctuary.
Beyond Panthro and the Thundertank, another big star of
ThunderCats #6 is special guest cover artist Rahzzah! The superstar creator is known for his jaw-dropping work on titles like
Ghost Rider, Weapon X, Hulk, Darth Vader, and more. Collectors will not want to miss his stunning cover, an open incentive variant.
Rahzzah is joined by the continuing regular cover contributors of David Nakayama, Lucio Parrillo, Shalvey, Jae Lee, Ivan Tao, and an action figure variant. Nakayama's lead cover shows off the Thundertank in all its glory!
With an approachable largely standalone issue #5, a thrilling new arc in the following #6, and an early release for the first collection with more details coming, it's the perfect time to jump into
ThunderCats fandom!
THUNDERCATS #6 will be solicited in Diamond Comic Distributors’ May 2024 Previews catalog, the premier source of merchandise for the comic book specialty market, and slated for release in July 2024. Comic book fans are encouraged to preorder copies of the book with their local comic book retailers. It will also be available for individual customer purchase through digital platforms courtesy of Comixology, Kindle, iBooks, Google Play, Dynamite Digital, ComicsPlus, and more!
ALEX CROSS SERIES STARRING ALDIS HODGE RENEWED FOR SEASON 204/30/24 @ 3:44 pm EST
Source: Variety | Categories: MIsc | Comments (0) | E-mail Article | Add a CommentAmazon Prime Video‘s upcoming series based on James Patterson’s Alex Cross novels is being renewed for Season 2,
Variety reports. The show, which stars Aldis Hodge as Cross, has yet to debut its first season or even set a premiere date. But according to sources, Amazon was impressed enough with what they have seen from the first season to greenlight the second and begin casting. Jeanine Mason (“Roswell, New Mexico,” “Upload”) has reportedly already been cast in Season 2. Reps for Amazon declined to comment. “Cross” is described as a thriller series, while Cross himself is said to be “brilliant, flawed, and full of contradictions. A doting father and family man, Cross is single-minded to the point of obsession when he hunts killers. He is desperate for love, but his wife’s murder has left him too damaged to receive it.”
CLASSIC PUPPET MASTER HORROR FRANCHISE LICENSE JOINS DYNAMITE04/30/24 @ 3:19 pm EST
Source: Dynamite | Categories: Dynamite | Comments (0) | E-mail Article | Add a CommentDynamite Entertainment is excited to announce a new licensing partnership with Full Moon Features, to produce collectibles and other projects featuring their legendary
Puppet Master series of films, in celebration of the franchise's 35th anniversary.
With plans to unleash an exciting set of trading cards celebrating the franchise's history across its dozen-plus film entries, fans can stay tuned for further information on this project and the possibility of others in this collaboration.
"
Puppet Master is one of the most unique and classic franchises in horror," said Nick Barruccci, Dynamite CEO and Publisher. "We're excited to connect with the diehard fans of the films and deliver something truly special for their collections." "The
Puppet Master series might just be the most important franchise in our vast Full Moon film universe," said Charles Band, CEO and Founder of Full Moon. "So, it is extremely important to us that our brand be forever in good hands. The Dynamite team have surpassed all of our expectations, creating a collection of cards that exemplify the magic, mystery and visual grandeur of
Puppet Master and the iconic characters within. We couldn't be more pleased with this partnership."
The Puppet Master series kicked off in 1989 with its eponymous first entry. Anthropomorphic puppets animated by an ancient Egyptian spell wreak havoc, equipped with dangerous devices and weapons and out to threaten people, or even to fight against other puppets. The film is considered one of the key cult hits of the home video and rental era of horror. Its massive success and following led to 10 sequels, a reboot, spinoffs, and crossovers.
More details on the first project in this team-up between two purveyors of classic horror stories will come soon!
SIGN UP HERE FOR UPDATES ON THE COLLABORATION! DYNAMITE, WARNER BROS. DISCOVERY TO RELEASE FIRST COLLECTED EDITION OF HIT 'THUNDERCATS' COMIC04/30/24 @ 12:09 pm EST
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The wait is over! Fans will be able to get caught up on the juggernaut new
ThunderCats comic this July and add the initial instant classic story arc to their shelf, as Dynamite and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products announce the first collected edition of the hit series.
The first issue of the new
ThunderCats title shattered records for Dynamite and dominated the comics industry and community upon its release. With a second printing and third printing selling out, new waves of readers continue to discover the title through great reviews, and especially word of mouth on this viral story. This summer it's all ramping up even more.
ThunderCats #5 is set to feature a special spotlight story on Cheetara with guest artist Stephen Mooney (
Half Past Danger, The Rocketeer) joining writer Declan Shalvey. Then the next month Cheetara pounces into her own essential companion series with the release of
ThunderCats Cheetara #1 by creator Soo Lee (
Disney Villains: Maleficent). That same month,
ThunderCats #6 reunites ongoing artist Drew Moss on the book and kicks off a new story arc in the flagship series.
With this exciting whirlwind of developments in the comic series, Dynamite wants fans to be able to jump right in even if they've missed the earlier launch and releases. The ultimate cherry on top and gateway to the mythos releases July 17 as a special trade paperback edition of
ThunderCats: Omens will be available exclusively in comic book stores. This Direct Market Special Edition reprints issues #1-5 of the hit series and will be limited to a single printing. Later editions planned as both paperback and hardcover available both in comics stores and other retailers will feature different covers.
Critics have lauded the series to date, as each issue builds on the last.
"Nostalgic and daring,
ThunderCats is a thrilling remix of a beloved '80s classic." - AIPT
"Has set the foundation for a promising adventure, and it should only get better from here." - ComicBook.com
"I continue to enjoy the world being created in this series and how it delivers on everything that I loved about the original series and the lore behind it." - The Super Powered Fancast
"A gripping narrative with layers of drama, character conflicts, and mysterious connections. The introduction of Calica [issue #3] injects freshness into the storyline, keeping readers on their toes." - Comical Opinions
THUNDERCATS VOL 1: OMENS DIRECT MARKET SPECIAL EDITION TPB will be solicited in Diamond Comic Distributors’ May 2024 Previews catalog, the premier source of merchandise for the comic book specialty market, and slated for release in July 2024. Comic book fans are encouraged to preorder copies of the book with their local comic book retailers.
‘JURASSIC WORLD: CHAOS THEORY’ TRAILER: JENNA ORTEGA’S EXIT CONFIRMED04/30/24 @ 12:15 pm EST
Source: Deadline | Categories: MIsc | Comments (0) | E-mail Article | Add a CommentNetflix has dropped the official trailer for
Jurassic World: Chaos Theory, the animated follow-up sequel series to
Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous, and there’s one name that is conspicuously missing. Jenna Ortega, who voiced Brooklynn in
Camp Creatceous, is not listed in the voice cast for
Chaos Theory, or seen in the trailer.
Deadline reports it has confirmed she will not be returning for the new series.
Chaos Theory picks up with Brooklynn seemingly killed by a dinosaur attack. According to Ben (Sean Giambrone), she was targeted, and the other members of the Nublar Six are now in danger.
Jurassic World: Chaos Theory is slated to debut on Netflix May 24.
Trailer:
https://youtu.be/bLgUKAAKyQw STUDIOCANAL SEALS DEAL TO DEVELOP NEXT LIVE ACTION ‘ASTERIX’ MOVIE04/29/24 @ 9:34 pm EST
Source: Deadline | Categories: MIsc | Comments (0) | E-mail Article | Add a CommentDeadline reports that Studiocanal and Editions Albert René have signed an exclusive development agreement for the fifth live action movie inspired by the adventures of French comic strip hero Asterix.The deal comes as French publishing house Éditions Albert René marks the
65th anniversary of the creation of the plucky Gaul warrior Asterix and his sidekick Obelix by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo in 1959.Since then, 400 million Asterix books in 130 languages and dialects have sold worldwide, with 40 albums of Asterix adventures published since 1961. The Asterix & Obelix comic books are embedded in French culture and have inspired five live-action films to date. No details on the storyline, schedule, cast or director were available as yet.
ENTER A NEW REALM IN YOUR FIRST LOOK AT 'MAN’S BEST' #304/29/24 @ 9:29 pm EST
Source: BOOM! Studios | Categories: MIsc | Comments (0) | E-mail Article | Add a CommentBOOM! Studios today revealed a first look at MAN’S BEST #3, the next issue of an action-packed sci-fi romp full of heart by Pornsak Pichetshote, writer of the Eisner and Harvey Award-winning
The Good Asian, Eisner Award-nominated rising star artist Jesse Lonergan (
Miss Truesdale and the Fall of Hyperborea), and letterer Jeff Powell (
Infidel).
Homeward Bound on an alien world, MAN’S BEST follows three emotional support pets living on the
Starship Horizon—a spacecraft searching for a new home to house a humanity compromised by bad decisions and corporate greed, coming to comic shops this May. In the middle chapter of the epic space adventure featuring 3 animal best friends on a quest to save the earth, the splendor of the planet does little to comfort Athos as they feel at fault for the recent tragedy in the midst of searching for their missing comrade. And as they enter a new psychic realm and literally form a much deeper connection than before, what challenges and new discoveries lie ahead as they continue their desperate mission? MAN’S BEST #3 features a main cover by series artist Jesse Lonergan, and variant covers by fan-favorite artists JJ Harrison (
New Masters), Paulina Ganucheau (
Heartbeat), and Junggeun Yoon (
The Expanse: Dragon Tooth). MAN’S BEST is the newest release from BOOM! Studios’ eponymous imprint, home to critically acclaimed original series, including
BRZRKR by Keanu Reeves, Matt Kindt, and Ron Garney;
Something is Killing the Children by James Tynion IV and Werther Dell’Edera;
Grim by Stephanie Phillips and Flaviano;
Stuff of Nightmares by R.L. Stine and A.L. Kaplan;
Damn Them All by Simon Spurrier and Charlie Adlard;
Once Upon a Time at the End of the World by Jason Aaron, Alexandre Tefenkgi, Leila del Duca, and Nick Dragotta;
Know Your Station by Sarah Gailey and Liana Kangas;
A Vicious Circle by Mattson Tomlin and Lee Bermejo;
The Neighbors by Jude Ellison S. Doyle and Letizia Cadonici;
Ghostlore by Cullen Bunn and Leomacs;
Sirens of the City by Joanne Starer and Khary Randolph;
Coda by Simon Spurrier and Matías Bergara;
Rare Flavours by Ram V and Filipe Andrade;
Underheist by David and Maria Lapham; and
Animal Pound by Tom King and Peter Gross. The imprint also publishes popular licensed properties, including
Dune: House Harkonnen from Brian Herbert, Kevin J. Anderson, and Michael Shelfer;
Mighty Morphin Power Rangers by Melissa Flores and Simona Di Gianfelice; and
The Expanse: Dragon Tooth by Andy Diggle and Rubine. MAN’S BEST #3 will be available in comic shops May 22, 2024. It is available for pre-order at your local
comic shop. Digital copies can be purchased from content providers, including Kindle, iBooks, and Google Play.
Man's Best #3 A Main: MAR240088
Man's Best #3 B Variant: MAR240089
Man's Best #3 C 1:25 INCV: MAR240090
Man's Best #3 D FOC Reveal Var: MAR240091
Man's Best #3 E Unlockable Var: MAR240092
Check out DYNAMIC FORCE'S interview with MAN'S BEST writer PORNSAK PICHETSHOTE by Byron Brewer.
https://www.dynamicforces.com/htmlfiles/interviews.html?showinterview=IN02222412024 SCOOBY-DOO LIVE ACTION TV SERIES IN THE WORKS AT NETFLIX04/29/24 @ 9:19 pm EST
Source: Hollywood Reporter | Categories: Scooby Doo | Comments (0) | E-mail Article | Add a CommentGreg Berlanti and Netflix are going for a ride in the Mystery Machine.The streaming giant is near a deal for a live-action TV series based on the beloved Hanna-Barbera animated cartoon
Scooby-Doo. The project has a script-to-series commitment at Netflix, meaning if the script is well received, it would trigger a straight-to-series order for what is considered a live-action update of the classic cartoon.Reps for Netflix, producers Warner Bros. Television and Berlanti Productions declined to comment, as a deal has not yet formally closed.Josh Appelbaum and Scott Rosenberg — who previously adapted
Cowboy Bebop for Netflix and
High Fidelity for Hulu — are attached to pen the script and exec produce via their Midnight Radio banner’s André Nemec and Jeff Pinkner. Berlanti and his Berlanti Productions partner Sarah Schechter will exec produce alongside the company’s Leigh London Redman. Berlanti Productions’ Jonathan Gabay and Midnight Radio’s Adrienne Erickson will be credited as co-exec producers. Warner Bros. Television, where Berlanti has been based for years, is the studio as the company owns animation studio Hanna-Barbera. (via
The Hollywood Reporter)