An Instagram user by the name of Pixel Dan snapped a quick picture while at the 2016 Toy Fair and managed to give fans our first look at the villain Rowan from the new Ghostbusters film.
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Does it look familiar to you? It’s essentially the ghost from the no-ghost logo brought to life. As the symbol for the Ghostbusters it works quite well, but when it’s brought to life in three-dimensional form, that’s something that’s up for debate.
Now we know when Neil Casey was cast as Rowan, not a lot of details were released. So one can guess that he may transform into this from a human form in the same way that Louis Tully and Dana Barrett became terror dogs. It will start to make perfect sense when Ghostbusters comes out in July.
Today at the New York Toy Fair, 20th Century Fox announced that it wants the third solo Wolverine film to be rated R as the studio is trying to capitalize on the unexpected success of Deadpool. Check out what they were handing out at the New York Toy Fair.
Deadpool‘s box-office success signals the beginning of a growing trend of studios spicing up their superhero films. In the past if fans wanted to see Wolverine kill someone, no one ever got to see any blood during the act. Now, with Deadpool proving that audiences are ready for these types of films, Superhero films just got a way more adult. One can only imagine the kinds of scenarios fans will find Logan in when the film hits theaters in 2017. What would you want to see in a rated R Wolverine film?
The Adult Swim, Toonami blocks official tumblr recently posted their english trailer for their upcoming Dimension W broadcast.
Dimension W certainly is an anomaly since Funimation (the english distributer) has had a hand in producing this show, which you can see through their production diaries on YouTube here.
The anime’s english dub will premier on Toonami Sunday the 28th at 12:30 a.m. Funimation will have dubbed episodes on their streaming service two weeks later.
The English dub cast, under ADR directors Zach Bolton and Colleen Clinkenbeard, ADR engineer Brandon Peters, and script writer Bonny Clinkenbeard, includes:
Funimation is on the production committee for the series, and it describes the story:
In the year 2071, the world’s energy problems seem solved by a network of cross-dimensional electric-field inductors- “coils” that extract energy from a seemingly infinite source. That source is the W dimension, a fourth plane that exists beyond the X, Y, and Z dimensions.In this world, unofficial “illegal” coils harness powers that the police can’t hope to counter. Dealing with these coils is the job of coil-hating repo man Kyoma, whose run-in with the unique coil android Mira leads the two to form a reluctant partnership.
The series started airing in Japan on January 10 and is currently being streamed with subtitles on Funimation.com
Studiocanal released the first trailer for Bastille Day, starring Idris Elba and Richard Madden from HBO’s Game of Thrones.
Michael Mason (Richard Madden) is an American pickpocket living in Paris who finds himself in the hands of the CIA when he steals a bag that contains more than just a wallet. Sean Briar (Idris Elba), the field agent on the case, soon realizes that Michael is just a pawn in a much bigger game and is also his best asset to uncover a large-scale criminal conspiracy in the heart of the police force.
Going against commands, Briar recruits Michael to help quickly track down the source of the corruption. As a 24hr chase ensues, the unlikely duo discover they are both targets and must rely upon each other in order to take down a common enemy.
The film is directed by James Watkins and Jill Gagé from Andrew Baldwin’s script.
On April 22 the studio plans to release Bastille Day in the UK. No North American dates were announced.
Your guilty pleasure of the day just arrived! Universal dropped the trailer for Kindergarten Cop 2 starring Dolph Lundgren and Bill Bellamy, Tuesday afternoon.
Don Michael Paul directs this direct to video sequel that hits your OnDemand service on May 17.
It seems like the Deadpool guerrilla marketing campaign hasn’t ended yet, a week after the film’s release.
Ryan Reynolds recently crashed the press junket for the upcoming film Eddie the Eagle, starring Hugh Jackman, a.k.a. Wolverine. He interviewed his former co-star, cracking jokes about everything from heritage to infidelity, and gently poking fun at the mishandling of Deadpool in X-Men Origins: Wolverine.
Thankfully, he uploaded the video to his YouTube page for all to enjoy:
With over 400 on-going and limited series titles racked on shelves on over 3,000 comic shops across the globe, the need for the PREVIEWSworld Catalog by Diamond Comics Distributors has never been more important. The guide introduces new comics, limited edition statues and exclusive toys. As well as announces first appearances and key event issues through direct to market solicits from publishers. For a large pack of paper, the Previews guide is one of the most important tools of the modern comics industry. Yet the Previews guide still seems to be one of the industry’s biggest secrets.
Over the past few years, I have been asked several questions both in store and online about ordering product. How we decide what product we stock. And why certain products are strangely unavailable even though it has only been on the market for a few days. And five questions, all of which can be answered with the Previews guide, have arisen over and over again.
1. Oh!!!! That statue looks cool! What are you looking at?
Well… The Previews catalog! It is over 700 pages, when including the Marvel Previews catalog (yes, they need their own catalog), of new and returning product that IS the expanding comics industry. It has everything: exclusive toys and statues, new comics both in new title and ongoing. It also has articles and interviews from within the industry.
It is the main tool in ordering product for the direct market (local comic retailers). The Previews guide has newly announced action figures and games. Plus new books with original solicitations direct from their creators. Solicitations allows retailers to better judge their total order counts for books. These solicits could be the difference between ordering the regular 5 copies of DC ComicsBatman ’66 #24 and 20 copies of Batman ’66 #25. Where the “Harlequin” is introduced to the 1966 universe for the very first time.
And, other than through main publisher webpage announcements and support from random comics new sites, the PREVIEWSworld catalog is often the best (and only) opportunity for smaller publishers to display their wares. Companies like Viz Media and newcomer AfterShock Comics use the guide to solicit interest. The products from these companies are only available for initial orders (explained below).
The arrival of a new the PREVIEWSworld catalog is incredibly exciting. New product, new books and, even with rumors or early release information, many of the items listed are making their debut appearance. It is always fun to be the first to know!
2. I hear the terms “initial order” from my retailer and “Final Order Cut-Offs” mentioned by creators and publishers all the time. Is there a difference?
Retailers have two opportunities to place orders for stock product. The initial order is based on the PREVIEWSworld catalog. The guide arrives approximately one month before initial orders are committed in Diamond Distributor’s database. Though “initial”, this can be the only opportunity to order from smaller publishers or pre-order most of the limited numbered statuary. For example, DC Comics numbered statues, which range from about 1,500 – 5,200, often sell out before their actual release date. Especially Harley Quinn product! Once they are gone, they are gone. Much of the statuary and many toys (that are not Previews Exclusives) are available to mass market companies like FYE or Barnes and Noble. This creates more demand but less product availability for your local comic shop. So the initial order can be the most pivotal.
The final order cut-offs are more directly related to final counts for book orders. These numbers include the subscription book counts plus any rack books needed from the larger publishers. Trade paperbacks and hard covers are also included in these orders.
3. When is the best time to place an order for a comic or statue?
It is best to ask your local retailer when they place their order. But, personally, the best time would be as soon as soon as YOU go completely through the guide. Many smaller publishers, like HeavyMetal, print-nearly-to-order. They may have just enough back-up product to replace damaged-during-shipment items. And many of the limited number items, like statues, are only available to the direct market during initial order. So the sooner the better!
4. Is it actually important to have a subscription service? And, would it be better to have an online subscription or an in-store subscription?
Absolutely! Even the Big Two are lowering their print counts. The best way to assure your copy (and variants) of a book, is to set up a subscription service with your retailer. Retailers only put so many “rack copies” on the shelf. If you guarantee them the purchase of a title, they can adjust their pre-order numbers to incorporate your specific needs. (And yes, most stores do offer a subscription option for the PREVIEWSworld catalog itself.) Plus most stores give discounts for subscribers!
When it comes to online versus in-store? It is really up to the each individual collector. Online subscription services have a wider reach than the direct market. They carry a larger variety of titles since most brick-and-mortar stores do not carry all 400+ series. And, depending on their size, can be cheaper. But, without standing on a soap-box, supporting local businesses is always my first choice. You get personalized customer service while also having the opportunity to inspect your books and check out news ones before purchasing.
5. Where do I find previews of this new *insert comic title*, and when will it come out?
It is actually in the title! The Previews guide will have early release preview pages of some of the most exciting new titles. It also hosts many of the first images of the Big Two comic covers and variants. As well as solicitations direct from publishers and the creators themselves.
The estimated release dates for comics are two months AFTER the release of the current PREVIEWSworld catalog. For example, Black Panther #1, which was announced in September 2015. It did not make an appearance in the Marvel Previews catalog until February 2016 and it has an estimated release date of April 06, 2016. Product such as toys and statues can appear as early as three or up to eight months in advance. Some of those items come from over-seas and the amount Diamond purchases are specifically based on initial orders from the market.
Though these questions only skim the top layer of necessity, the Previews guide is one of the most important tools for your local comic retailer. Understanding its uses and benefits can be the difference between fulfilling all your most nerdy needs and crossing your fingers that the toy you were looking forward to is not pre-sold-out. The next time you stop into your local shop make sure to ask about the PREVIEWSworld catalog.
This past Sunday was a rough one for the crew of The Walking Dead as Carl got shot in the eye, Rick had to kill couple hundred zombies, and Sam finally got killed off.
The folks at Lowcarbcomedy look to brighten your day with a four-minute parody of the first season of The Walking Dead. Take a walk down memory lane with Rick, Shane, Carl, Andrea, Daryl, Dale, and Amy.
Lowcarbcomedy’s ‘BigHead Star Wars: Force Awakens Trailer Parody’ is quite entertaining as well.
The latest trailer for Jeff Nichols’ upcoming Midnight Special is the best one yet, and the last one we need in my opinion. Nichols, who’s yet to hit a false note in his films (Mud and Take Shelter are both wonderful), seems poised to hit the next level of great new filmmakers with his fourth feature:
In the sci-fi thriller Midnight Special, writer/director Jeff Nichols proves again that he is one of the most compelling storytellers of our time, as a father (Michael Shannon), goes on the run to protect his young son, Alton (Jaeden Lieberher), and uncover the truth behind the boy’s special powers.
What starts as a race from religious extremists and local law enforcement quickly escalates to a nationwide manhunt involving the highest levels of the Federal Government. Ultimately his father risks everything to protect Alton and help fulfill a destiny that could change the world forever, in this genre–defying film as supernatural as it is intimately human.
Midnight Special stars Oscar nominee Michael Shannon (Revolutionary Road), Joel Edgerton (Black Mass), Kirsten Dunst (TV’s Fargo), Adam Driver (Star Wars: The Force Awakens) Jaeden Lieberher (St. Vincent, TV’s Masters of Sex) and Oscar nominee Sam Shepard (The Right Stuff,August Osage County). Rounding out the main cast are Bill Camp (12 Years a Slave, Lincoln), Scott Haze (Child of God, As I Lay Dying) and Paul Sparks (HBO’s Boardwalk Empire, Mud).
Now, this is ample. We don’t need three or four more trailers, clips and TV spots galore… Keep it at this, because anyone interested in Midnight Special is 100% on board.
20th Century Fox released the first promotional still to Shane Black’s ‘The Predator’ Monday evening. Black and Fred Dekker put together a script that is a direct sequel to the 1987 film in which Black had a role, Hawkins.
The only details on the movie so far are the tagline.
