Kevin Sorbo is Arriving to ‘Supergirl’ as a Mysterious New Foe

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February 3, 2017

First Teri Hatcher is heading to Supergirl, now we have Kevin Sorbo on his way to the show. Thanks to ComicBook.com we now know that the star of Hercules: The Legendary Journeys is arriving to Supergirl. While we know he is playing a villain, we don’t know who he’s playing yet. To quote Executive Producer Andrew Kreisberg, “Since his days as Hercules, Kevin Sorbo has brought such a strong presence to the screen and we couldn’t be more excited to have him join us on Supergirl,” and that’s all we have to go on. Now as to who he could be playing, now that’s where we get to have fun speculating.

Hercules comes to Supergirl, yet as a Surprise Villain, I can’t help but be intrigued.

So who will Kevin Sorbo be playing on Supergirl? The possibility is there that he could be teamed with Teri Hatcher’s big bad, we shall see. We’ll know more in the weeks to come as I doubt we’ll be left in the dark for long on this. The possibilities are endless here and there’s so many directions this could go. Either way you can’t help but dig this. Between Dean Cain, Kevin Sorbo, and Teri Hatcher, we’re getting some clever 90’s TV casting. It’s the sort of thing that cannot help but make any 90’s kid smile.

Now I leave it up to you all in the Monkeys Fighting Robots Universe, what do you think of this announcement? Have any ideas as to who Kevin Sorbo will play? Do you get a kick out of Hercules playing a bad guy on Supergirl? Feel free to let us know in the comment section below. I will be happy to discuss any ideas you all may have on this.

Supergirl airs on the CW at 8:00 pm ET on Monday Nights.

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‘Transformers: The Last Knight’ Big Game Spot Released; Extended Spot Coming Sunday

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Aric Sweeny

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February 3, 2017

The official big game TV spot for Transformers: The Last Knight has been released via Paramount Pictures on Youtube. Check it out below.

As you can see by the end of the trailer, there will be an extended version of this same TV spot shown during the Superbowl.

Featuring even more fighting between two of the main heroes, Optimus Prime and Bumblebee, what could be going on to spur this turn of events?

What are your thoughts on the footage? Are you looking forward to this movie? Comment below!

“The Last Knight shatters the core myths of the Transformers franchise, and redefines what it means to be a hero. Humans and Transformers are at war, Optimus Prime is gone. The key to saving our future lies buried in the secrets of the past, in the hidden history of Transformers on Earth. Saving our world falls upon the shoulders of an unlikely alliance: Cade Yeager (Mark Wahlberg); Bumblebee; an English Lord (Sir Anthony Hopkins); and an Oxford Professor (Laura Haddock).

Transformers: The Last Knight is released in theaters on June 23, 2017.

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‘Planetoid Praxis’ Is Hard-Hitting And Gorgeous Comic Book Sci-Fi

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Manuel Gomez

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The inhabitants of a distant planetoid have fought off their robot overlords and established a thriving settlement on the planetoid’s mechanized surface. Now, years later, their de facto leader, Onica, must grapple with a new complication when their isolated way of life is threatened by the arrival of an unexpected visitor.

Planetoid Praxis
Written, Drawn and Lettered by: Ken Garing
Published by Image Comics

Writing

Planetoid Praxis is the long-anticipated sequel to the popular 2012 miniseries Planetoid. And although I haven’t (yet) read any of the original, I found the story being told to not only be captivating but easy enough to follow for a newbie like me.

The issue opens with an excellent visual sequence of a lone figure emerging from a spaceship; it is filled with the kind of details that a story that is in a rush would not even focus on. The extended scene, which goes on for pages, sets up both atmosphere and place without using a single word of dialog or narration. In a way, it reminded me of the great opening of the Guardians of The Galaxy film. It’s a great use of visual writing that reveals the truly alien landscape. It’s paced so well that you don’t even speed through it but turn the pages slowly, letting the world being introduced pull you in.

When we finally get to some other characters, we meet a group of children that encounter our mysterious figure. Through a series of events involving the kids and their extended family, we learn that the loner we saw at the beginning is an alien of the Ona-Mao, who are both hated and feared throughout the galaxy for having committed acts of genocide. But is THIS particular Ona-Man friend or foe? That’s the question at hand. Now we are given details through both dialog and flashback, and a true story begins to take form. A story with questions.

Garing is handling some heavy topics here, which is the goal of all great sci-fi. He paints even the main characters in shades of gray and doesn’t give easy sides to pick on. Planetoid Praxis is setting up what could be a very relevant story for our times

Art

The art is without a doubt amazing. Filled with detail and intricacies, all handled with the kind of delicate linework you find in the very best of Moebius and Metal Hurlant. The drawings, layout, and designs indeed have a very welcome European comics feel.

Garing is able to draw both expressive faces (alien and human) but also creates some breathtaking landscapes, ships, and technology. He is also a master at “pulling back the camera” and giving us some widescreen panels that are straight out of something like Ridley Scott’s Alien. In fact, H.R. Giger is another artist this comic brings to mind.

Conclusion

You can add Planetoid Praxis to the growing list of great sci-fi comics being done today. I am definitely going back to read the first Planetoid volume so I can be caught up for what is obviously going to be one fantastic book to read and pour over. I suggest you do the same.

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Image Comics Turns 25: Celebrating The Company’s 25 Best Titles (Part Five)

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Wesley Messer

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February 3, 2017

We’ve been celebrating Image Comics‘ 25th anniversary all this week by breaking down the company’s all-time best 25 series. With so much diversity in its catalog, Image truly has comics for everyone. Check them out for yourself! And leave some of your own favorites in the comments.

Feel free to check out the rest of the parts below if you missed them,

Manny Gomez: Part One
Anthony Composto: Part Two
Anthony Wendel: Part Three
Nick Enquist: Part Four

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5. Head Lopper

Writer and Artist Andrew MacLean unleashes the wonder of Norgal a.k.a. The Head Lopper on the universe in grand style. It’s classic high fantasy with a twist as it has a wicked sense of humor that makes this comic special. Put it like this, Norgal’s traveling companion is the head of Agatha Blue Witch, when a head is your companion, it can only get weirder from there. MacLean keeps it weird though and manages to keep you hooked with each issue. The art is fantastic throughout and as the story develops, you can’t help but adore this new realm of adventure. It’s high fantasy with a dash of wicked comedy, Head Lopper is a tale not to be missed.

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Marvel Announces Live-Action Runaways Cast

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Jonathan Bruce

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February 2, 2017

Marvel has found their Runaways roster, at last, six young actors have been chosen for the Hulu series, according to Newsarama.

“I’m so excited for fans of the comic to watch this perfect cast of amazing actors, all of whom embody the spirit of their characters more than I ever could have imagined,” said series creator Bryan K. Vaughn.

The Runaways is about a group of teenagers who can barely tolerate each other but must unite against a common foe, their parents.

Gossip Girl creators Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage will be the series’ executive producers. Jeph Loeb and Jim Chory of Marvel TV will also produce. The show is a co-production between Hulu and ABC Signature Studios.

Here is your cast:

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1. Rhenzy Felix – Alex Wilder

2. Lyrica Okana – Nico Minoru

3. Virginia Gardner – Karolina Dean

4. Ariela Barer – Gert Yorkes

5. Gregg Sulkin – Chase Stein

6. Allegra Acosta – Molly Hernandez

What do you think of the casting? Comment below.

Taika Waititi Talks About Thor Ragnarok’s Storyline, Tone And Cameos

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Jonathan Bruce

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February 2, 2017

Director Taika Waititi has spilled the beans on Thor: Ragnarok’s storyline and tone.

In an A.V Club interview, Waititi says Ragnarok will differ from his past films. “Sometimes I would stop and think, I’m doing a movie that’s got Thor and Doctor Strange and The Incredible Hulk and Loki and every character is so strange and different,” he says.

Previously, the filmmaker has said the film includes a “Taika-esque tone.” “What I want the audience to leave the cinema carrying with them is a sense of joy,” he says.

The plot concerns Thor and Loki looking for Odin, who has gone missing. At one point, Thor faces the Hulk in a gladiatorial match. Benedict Cumberbatch’s Doctor Strange will provide aid in the search for Odin, because of a deal he makes with Thor.

“With Civil War, it’s just humans, humans with human problems,” says Waititi. “Ours is creatures and beings and all these sorts of really different characters. Again displaying human problems, but in outer space or in other worlds.”

The director confirms he will have a cameo in the film, which is a staple of his work. ”It’s not like a thing that I’ve ever planned, but now I’m in all of my movies in a small role or a larger role,” he says. “I’ll probably just keep doing that. It’s like a dumb thing I do now.”

Sam Neil is also going to appear in a small role. As Waititi says, “I don’t want to say too much about it, because it’s a really cool little thing that he’s doing.”

Thor: Ragnarok will open on November 3, 2017.

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Review: ‘Steven Universe’: That Will Be All: Yes It Will!

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Anthony Wendel

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Steven makes a daring escape with the Gems.
A lot happened in this episode and there is a lot to unpack here. First Greg and Steven are reunited with Amethyst who has found companionship with her other gems. Then the pair bare witness to an interaction between Yellow and Blue Diamond and fans finally get to see a very interesting conversation take place.

One of the most significant moments in this episode comes as Greg and Steven discover all the Rose Quartz have been imprisoned in response to Steven’s mother’s rebellion. The entire Gem class is being punished for how one of them acted which means the audience will likely not see another Rose Quartz again anytime soon. They are only being spared from being smashed by Blue Diamond and her need to keep Pink Diamond’s legacy alive. The instant Yellow Diamond steps into the room the scene is filled with an ominous feeling like she might destroy all of the imprisoned Quartz on a whim. She is definitely not one to trifled with.

There is a possibility of more abductions on Earth to help Blue Diamond secure Pink’s legacy. If the Home World does pay more attention to Earth, they may soon realize something is wrong. They’ll quickly want to know why the Gem Cluster, their ultimate weapon hasn’t emerged yet. This would only result in more headaches for Steven and the rest of the Crystal Gems. Of course there also is a possibility the Gems of the station might have formed a fan club for Amethyst and could very well start an internal rebellion.

This episode is a perfect blend of comedy, action, drama, and plot development. The highlights include the home world’s response to Rose’s rebellion and the setup for what will come in the future. Sadly, if the schedule is correct then it will be a few more weeks before any new Steven Universe comes out. At least the parting shot before this hiatus is a fantastic episode which may be one of the best in the entire series.

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First Look: New Pixar short ‘Lou’ To Play In Front of ‘Cars 3’

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Ashley Carter

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February 2, 2017

Pixar has released a first look photo of its newest short, Lou.

The six-minute short features a hoodie-cloaked creature who lives in a school’s lost and found box. His eyes are baseballs. Forgotten, neglected toys surround him.

Here’s the plot:

When a toy stealing bully ruins recess for a playground full of kids, only one thing stands in his way: the “Lost and Found” box (aka Lou).

The project was personal for director Dave Mullins, who got the idea from his childhood experience of feeling out of place.

“You either feel invisible because you don’t know the other kids or you’re embarrassed and you want to be invisible,” Mullins said. “I thought it’d be really cool to have a character who could hide in plain sight.”

Mullins also worked as an animator on other Pixar projects, including Cars, Finding Nemo and Monsters, Inc.

Lou plays ahead of Cars 3, which opens in theaters June 16.

Source: USA Today

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DC Comics Continues To Sign Top Comic Book Talent With Artists Javier Fernández And Jorge Jiménez

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Manuel Gomez

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February 2, 2017

BURBANK, Calif. (February 2, 2017) – DC Entertainment continues to expand its roster of top-name talent, announcing today that it has reached agreements with artists Javier Fernández (NIGHTWING) and Jorge Jiménez (SUPERMAN, SUPER SONS) to create comic book content solely for the publisher’s DC and Vertigo imprints.

Artist Javier Fernández had this to say:

Nightwing! How could I not be excited when I was asked to work on something like that. When DC asked me to redesign one of the most iconic costumes, I knew exactly what Nightwing would look like. Professionally, it’s hard to find something that I have been looking forward to more than the chance to create stories in Gotham with one of the most beloved characters at DC. I love my job.

DC’s Editor-in-Chief Bob Harras said:

Javier is an incredible artist whose portfolio continues to expand. With NIGHTWING, he brought Dick Grayson back to Gotham in his classic black and blue look and has seamlessly positioned him in DC Rebirth in a way that feels modern, yet true to the legacy of this character. We couldn’t have asked for a better pairing when we matched Javier to Dick Grayson’s solo series.

DC Publisher Jim Lee stated:

There’s also been a lot of interest in Superman after the events of DC Rebirth. Not a small part of that is the result of the return of a Superman married to Lois Lane, raising their son Jon. Jorge’s designs for Jon, now Superboy, perfectly capture the spirit of the new character. He has quickly positioned himself as an artist’s artist who can do great designs, fantastic action, and deliver lively, personal storytelling.

Jorge Jiménez added:

DC has made me feel at home over the years. I remember my first work on the FRINGE series. I was extremely nervous but also very excited; I wanted to prove that I wasn’t just passing through, that I had come to stay, and to eventually realize my dream to draw Superman. Now time has passed, my projects with DC have been increasingly important, and I’ve not only seen the day when I’m drawing Superman, but this year I had the opportunity to design Superman’s son. The fan reaction has been incredible. Thank you!

Fernández and Jiménez are the newest names to be added to DC’s roster of talent. DC has also recently signed artists Bruno Redondo (INJUSTICE 2), Liam Sharp (WONDER WOMAN), Andy Kubert (DARK KNIGHT III), and writers Amanda Conner (HARLEY QUINN), James Tynion IV (DETECTIVE COMICS), Dan Abnett (TITANS, AQUAMAN) and more. Stay tuned for more announcements as DC continues to expand its talent pool.

Check out the redesigns below and tell us what you think in the comments!

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2. Superboy by Jorge Jiménez

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ARRIVAL’s Eric Heisserer Leads Valiant’s SECRET WEAPONS With Visionary Artist Raul Allen

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Manuel Gomez

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February 2, 2017

For immediate release:
As revealed today at Vulture, Valiant is proud to announce that Academy Award-nominated screenwriter Eric Heisserer, writer of the internationally acclaimed, smash-hit motion picture ARRIVAL, as well as the upcoming HARBINGER and BLOODSHOT feature films from Sony Pictures, will join Harvey Award-nominated artist Raul Allen (Wrath of the Eternal Warrior) with Patricia Martin (Bloodshot Reborn) for SECRET WEAPONS #1 (of 4) – an all-new, Valiant Prestige format limited series starring the much-demanded, super-charged hero Livewire, in June!

The government has dispatched Amanda McKee – the technopath codenamed Livewire – to investigate the ruins of a secret facility formerly run by Toyo Harada, the most powerful telepath on Earth and her former mentor. In his quest for world betterment at any cost, Harada sought out and activated many potential psiots like himself. Those who survived, but whose powers he deemed to have no value to his cause, were hidden away at this installation. But Livewire, having studied Harada’s greatest strengths and learned his deepest weaknesses, senses opportunity where he once saw failure. A young girl who can talk to birds… A boy who can make inanimate objects gently glow… To others, these are expensive failures. But, to Livewire, they are secret weapons…in need of a leader. Now, as a mechanized killer called Rexo seeks to draw them out, Livewire and her new team of cadets will be forced to put their powers into action…in ways they never could have imagined…

Valiant CEO & Chief Creative Officer Dinesh Shamdasani had this to say:

Much like Faith before her, Livewire is a comics icon in the making. She is beloved by fans and adored by creators. Finding the right stage for her to shine has been a top priority at Valiant for some time now and, with SECRET WEAPONS, Eric and Raul have crafted something truly special. Not only is this a story quite unlike any Valiant has told to date, but Eric and Raul have created a host of new characters unlike any others in comics. This series is the first step in a long-term plan that will be more than worth the wait, and will have major ramifications for all quarters of the Valiant Universe as we build toward HARBINGER WARS 2 in 2018.

On artist Raul Allen, he added:

Without a doubt, Raul is one of the most talented artists in the industry, and every page he sends in leaves jaws on the floor,” he added. “Eric – one of the great storytellers anywhere in entertainment today and one of the sweetest people possible – is able to effortlessly jump between mediums with a passion and intensity that is virtually unrivaled. Together they make an amazing team, and we can’t wait to share their work with the world.

In addition to his 2017 Academy Award nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay for ARRIVAL, Heisserer has received a host of high-profile awards and nominations for some of the most prominent institutions in entertainment, including the BAFTA Awards, the Writers Guild Awards, the Humanitas Prize, the Critics’ Choice Awards, the Broadcast Film Critics Association, the Chicago Film Critics Association, the Austin Film Critics Association, and more. His next projects will include a key role in shaping Valiant’s five-film slate of major motion pictures at Sony Pictures as the writer of the upcoming HARBINGER and BLOODSHOT feature films – currently scheduled for release in late 2018.

The writer had this to say:

My path to Secret Weapons is a bit wonky. I started writing for characters like Pete, Faith, Livewire, and Bloodshot in the film adaptations of their stories. When I am given the opportunity to translate a property to screen, it’s like adopting someone else’s child for a while. I put in my time, try to respect all the hard work of the original authors, and sooner or later I’m on my way. The Valiant characters were different, especially Livewire. I kept thinking about her, long after my official writing services were complete. I wanted back into that world. I had crazy ideas for her powers, and the hard choices ahead of her. So, I asked to build a new book for Valiant, with a new group of faces, all led by Amanda. To my relief, Dinesh and Warren said yes. Of all the writing I’ve done in the last year, my heart is most in SECRET WEAPONS and its collection of freaks, misfits, and outcasts. And I think a story of a woman who’s shouldered such great burdens, now trying to rescue some lost souls and form a surrogate family, may be one of the most emotional stories I’ve put to paper. And where this story goes? Oh man, buckle up.

On June 28th, 2017 Oscar® nominee Eric Heisserer and visionary artist Raul Allen follow in the footsteps of HARBINGER and FAITH to forge a new vision of 21st century superheroes as Livewire steps to the fore with an all-new team of heroes in the waiting, only in SECRET WEAPONS #1 (of 4) – coming soon to a comic shop near you!

For more information, visit Valiant on Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram, and ValiantUniverse.com.

For Valiant merchandise and more, visit ValiantStore.com

Check out some preview pages and character designs below and tell us what you think in the comments!

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9. SECRET WEAPONS #1 – Character Designs by Raul Allen with Patricia Martin

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