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July 20th, 2013 by Jami Ferguson
Entering Ballroom 20 first thing in the morning, it’s clear that the majority of the fans nearby are not here for “American Dad”, “The Simpsons” and “Family Guy”. These are vamp-people and they are going to sit in this room all day waiting to see the cast of “True Blood”. The day before I attended a panel at Nerd HQ with Joe Manganiello, who plays Alcide the wolf. Joe handed out stickers with his face, height and weight on them. I used the sticker as a book mark and instantly drew a small crowd of curious wolf-lovers who were unable to see Joe. The number one question was “is he as big as he looks on television” and without hesitation I can honestly say he looks bigger. Continue reading ‘Comic-Con 2013: True Blood Panel at Comic Con 2013 – Vampires, Werewolves, Fairies….Oh my!’
July 20th, 2013 by Aaron Neuwirth
Saturday was a huge day for Hall H at San Diego Comic Con this year. To bring some up to speed, Hall H is the largest hall at the San Diego Convention Center and many of the biggest panels (now mainly dominated by movies and television) are scheduled within this location. There have been many big surprises and huge news revealed in Hall H in the past, but this year may just be one of the greatest and craziest days ever. I of course understand how hyperbolic that sounds, but given the number of announcements, the quality of all the footage shown, the energy coming from all the actors, producers, and directors on stage, and of course the energy coming from the crowd, it is hard to say that July 20th at Comic Con was something forgettable for those who waited hours to get into Hall H. One of the craziest announcements was that of a Batman/Superman movie being developed by WB, with director Zack Snyder and executive producer Christopher Nolan. Continue on to learn more about this big news.
Continue reading ‘Comic-Con 2013: Warner Bros. Announces Batman/Superman Movie!’
July 20th, 2013 by Blu-ray Brian
We’ll be posting our Dexter Comic-Con 2013 panel very soon, but it was at the con where we the press and fans alike were first alerted to the November 5th date for not only the Eight Season, but also an exclusive box set of all 8 seasons and more. Come on, I know I peaked your curiosity now! So what are you waiting for? Thanks to one of my favorite press people, I’m pleased to share with you all the complete press release detailing the exciting news from Showtime Networks, CBS Home Entertainment and Paramount Home Media Distribution. The pre-orders for the sets are below. Enjoy! Continue reading ‘Comic-Con 2013: Dexter – The Complete Series Collection Blu-ray’
July 20th, 2013 by Brian White
Hall H’s second panel on Thursday was appropriately titled EW: The Visionaries and the idea behind it was to bring three prolific storytellers of the modern day together on a panel and discuss how they can take things in their head and make them real. The panel consisted of Amazing Spider-Man‘s Marc Webb, Gravity‘s Alfonso Cuaron and Shaun of the Dead‘s Edgar Wright. The panel tackled many themes and inherited challenges each of the three filmmakers tackle in their success and I tried my best to capture some of the highlights below. Enjoy! Continue reading ‘Comic-Con 2013: EW – The Visionaries’
July 20th, 2013 by Brian White
Welcome to the official kickoff of Comic-Con 2013 here in Hall H on Thursday, July 18th. Europa Report was the first panel to grace the beloved and expansive walls of Hall H. Things quickly started off with a “big bang” as the excited audience was greeted with a glimpse of the film’s trailer before the panel consisting of director Sebastian Cordero, composer Bear McCreary, producer Ben Browning, actress Karolina Wydra and JPL scientists Steve Vance and Kevin Hand were called out on the stage I hope to someday grace. A boy can dream, right? Astronomer Dr. Phil Platt moderated the panel. Continue reading ‘Comic-Con 2013: Europa Report’
July 20th, 2013 by Gerard Iribe
Sam Kieth’s The Maxx was a runaway sensation when initially published. Kieth’s exquisite artistry and quirky stories resonated with readers who had never seen anything quite like it before. Exploring the strange relationship between two realities, The Maxx follows the dual identities of a man caught between the real world and a heroic fantasy realm called The Outback. The Maxx ran for more than 30 issues and inspired a popular animated show on MTV. Now, 20 years later, the striking series is returning to comic shops with fully re-mastered and re-colored printings of the classic stories, and all supervised by Kieth to ensure the highest possible quality. The Maxx: Maxximized will also feature brand-new painted covers by Kieth Additionally, IDW will—for the first time ever—release a series of hardcover Maxx collections. And if that wasn’t enough, there will also be Artist’s Editions enabling readers to finally see Sam’s beautiful and delicate line work as they never have before. Continue reading ‘Sam Kieth’s The Maxx is back!’
July 20th, 2013 by Sean Ferguson
Today I was lucky enough to get into this year’s hot ticket television panel – “Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.,” where Marvel honcho and the show’s executive produce Jeph Loeb held court wearing a “Coulson Lives” t-shirt. He then introduced the writer-producers Jed Whedon, Maurissa Tancharoen, Jeff Bell, and then the show’s stars Clark Gregg (Agent Phil Coulson), Ming-Na Wen (Agent Melinda May), Ian De Caestecker (Leo Fitz), Elizabeth Henstridge (Jemma Simmons), Chloe Bennet (Skye), and Brett Dalton (Agent Grant Ward) with mastermind/writer/director Joss Whedon coming in last to thunderous applause. I’ve seen Joss Whedon a couple of times now, and he’s always a ton of fun on these panels but I was wondering just how much of the show we would get to see. Since the show doesn’t premiere until September I thought we might get to see some clips but once again Joss had a surprise up his sleeve… Continue reading ‘Comic-Con 2013: “Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” World Premiere’
July 20th, 2013 by Gregg Senko
By now, all comic book fans are familiar with the history of the homicidal maniac Cletus Kasady. A little bit of that symbiote alien left Spidey and jumped on the serial killer way back when and look at him now. He’s been beat down, beat up, sent into orbit and died in space but you can’t keep a crazy man down for long. His dreadful alter ego is back in the new mini-series; Superior Carnage.
Continue reading ‘‘Superior Carnage’ Shows Dull Teeth in Issue #1′
July 20th, 2013 by Aaron Neuwirth
This is a big jump to way towards the end of Friday’s activities in Hall H at San Diego Comic Con this year, but I figure Spider-man is popular enough to have more people curious about what went on here than other panels I was able to witness. Here is the official description of what was in store for audiences: The Amazing Spider-Man 2 — Last year, Andrew Garfield, along with director Marc Webb and producers Avi Arad and Matt Tolmach, launched a new chapter in the Peter Parker story with The Amazing Spider-Man. With a new installment in the franchise due in 2014, join us in Hall H for one of Comic-Con’s most highly anticipated panels to hear a bit about what awaits Peter Parker in The Amazing Spider-Man 2. Having gotten to sit through the entire panel and take a first look at footage from this web-slinging sequel, I will have plenty to share in the rest of this post.
Continue reading ‘Comic-Con 2013: The Amazing Spider-Man 2’
July 20th, 2013 by Aaron Neuwirth
Hey there! You will have to bare with me, as there are plenty of exciting things going on at this year’s San Diego Comic Con and I only have so much time to cover certain aspects of it. This post is simple: I have two new R-rated trailers for upcoming films Riddick and Kick Ass 2. Below you will find those trailers embeded and can take a look for yourself. Here is a description for the panel that took place on Friday at Comic Con: Universal Pictures presents an all-star panel featuring talent from two of its highly anticipated summer films. In attendance will be stars and filmmakers from the action-comedy Kick-Ass 2. Attending from Riddick will be the action-adventure’s star/producer Vin Diesel (Fast & Furious 6), along with actors Katee Sackhoff (Battlestar Galactica) and Dave Bautista (The Man with the Iron Fists) and Riddick‘s writer/director David Twohy (The Fugitive). Continue on to check out the trailers.
Continue reading ‘Comic-Con 2013: Universal Releases New Red-Band Trailers For Riddick And Kick Ass 2’
July 19th, 2013 by Aaron Neuwirth
As much good as The Conjuring has in it, I wish the marketing didn’t spoil the film’s key scene. I am not going to delve to deep, but Lili Taylor (one of the unluckiest actresses, given that for such seemingly nice woman, she always seems to play emotionally or physically scarred characters) is involved in what is easily the film’s most accomplished horror set piece, based on the setup and payoff. No, not everyone has necessarily seen the same marketing for the film, but the point I am getting at is that the film is effective enough, but does not do much to push the genre forward, nor does it have to. The Conjuring is effective in merging 70s horror sensibilities with the vision of a modern day horror filmmaker. There is not much more to glean from the film, but it looks good, will scare many, and is not obnoxiously dour.
Continue reading ‘‘The Conjuring’ Is Rated R For Really Trying To Be Scary (Movie Review)’
July 19th, 2013 by Aaron Neuwirth
A few years ago audiences were treated to RED, a film based off a not-very-well-known comic, which centered on the idea of a retired CIA agent getting back into action. While the film was nothing like its comic counterpart, it got by on its playful sense of humor, fun cast, and the fact that it allowed Helen Mirren to wield a mini gun. For whatever reason, a sequel was green lit and the results are far from great. Red 2 does not have a whole lot of novelty this time around, as we are already used to the concept of older folks cracking wise, while cracking skulls. It does not help that the film has an alarmingly twisty narrative that relies on globetrotting and double crosses throughout, but still never manages to be compelling. The loose tone is definitely still apparent, but I can’t quite say that I needed to watch more of these retired, extremely dangerous folk.
Continue reading ‘‘Red 2’: Those Wacky Elderly Are At It Again (Movie Review)’
July 19th, 2013 by Brian White
There’s absolutely no way I would ever miss seeing the man I look up to the most in the industry today, the hardest working man in Hollywood, creator/star Adam Green (Hatchet) of Fearnet’s Holliston TV series. So much so that I actually made a special trip up to Sails Pavillion today at 11 AM to personally say hello before tonight’s Comic-Con 2013 panel in Room 24 ABC. Cast members Laura Ortiz (Happy Endings) and Oderus Urungus (GWAR), director Sean Becker (The Guild) and fan-favorite moderator Alison Haislip (The Voice) were all in attendance tonight at the 8:30 PM panel. Sadly, Dee Snyder could not make it due to a concert he was performing. Boo! But that’s okay! It’s Holliston folks! So much fun to be had despite the missing others! In all honesty,with the exception of the sad goodbyes said to the cast of Dexter in Hall H tonight, Holliston was my favorite panel of the day at Thursday’s Comic-Con 2013. Read all about it here! Continue reading ‘Comic-Con 2013: Holliston – Inside the Laughs, Screams, Metal, and Geekery!’
July 19th, 2013 by Brian White
I’m going to be completely honest with everyone here. The Conjuring flat out looks like a movie I would want to see. If I wasn’t getting into an early press screening of the film, then you’d better believe I’d be laying down my hard earned cash to cover the price of admission over the weekend. In my opinion The Conjuring has four main things going for it right out of the gate. First, word of mouth…it has received rave reviews from critics who have been treated to special advanced showings of it. Second…James Wan! The man did Saw and Insidious, people! And now’s he graduating onto much larger things like the seventh Fast and Furious sequel. How grand is that? He’s a big boy with Universal now. Kudos! Third…Vera Farmiga. I love her in everything! She just brings it. And finally…the following quote I found online regarding the film’s rating had me absolutely dying to see this. Continue reading ‘4 Things ‘The Conjuring’ Has Going For It (Movie Review)’
July 17th, 2013 by Brandon Peters
Back in 1996, The Smashing Pumpkins were the kings of the alternative music scene. Their singles were on every station, their double album Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness was setting chart records and they just couldn’t be stopped. To cash in on this success, they released The Aeroplane Flies High, a collection of expanded versions of their singles from the current album. The release included B-sides and a detailed booklet from Billy Corgan. As a part of their reissuing program, the wheel has landed on The Aeroplane Flies High to be remastered and re-released. This will also mark its first appearance on vinyl. To celebrate the reissue, they dug into the vaults and found even more demos, rarities and some live tunes to accompany each disc. In addition a whole new sixth disc has been added featuring highlights from their massively successful 1996 world tour. And for those who buy the CD version, a full live show from France will come as a bonus DVD. The Smashing Pumpkins were my favorite band in my middle/high school days and it was a nice trip down memory lane to revisit this release. Continue reading ‘The Aeroplane Flies High – 2013 Reissue (CD Review)’
July 17th, 2013 by Aaron Neuwirth
Turbo presents the idea of a snail racing in the Indy 500. There are reasons why this happens and the fact that the film is animated and intended for children allows for an obvious amount of suspension of disbelief, but let me reiterate that this is a film that presents the idea of a Snail racing in the Indy 500. Sometimes my tone is not too clear, but I can just say right now that did not like this movie. It is certainly bright, colorful, and full of talent from all sides, given the production value of the animation, voice cast, etc., but in terms of being entertained by Turbo, that just wasn’t happening. I can imagine that those who buy into the premise will be more entertained, but given that the movie settled in its groove early on and did not have me on board, I can say pretty easily that I just did not care for this film.
Continue reading ‘‘Turbo’ Allows Us To Watch A Speedy Escargot (Movie Review)’
July 16th, 2013 by Aaron Neuwirth
Given the popularity of shows like
Game of Thrones and
Spartacus and the fact that we at Why So Blu are big fans of those shows,
Vikings is a series that I would have been happy to get into, were I to have had the time. I am quite pleased that I am now going to have the chance, as it arrives on Blu-ray on October 15th. I have heard good things about this series and it looks intriguing enough, so hopefully it will be as compelling as some of these other similar series have been. One thing is for sure, the Blu-ray is packed with extras, which is always a plus. Read on to learn more about this upcoming release.
July 16th, 2013 by Aaron Neuwirth
If there is an excuse to put up a post about Predator, I’ll be there. At this year’s San Diego Comic Con, Predator will be making a bit of s splash on the exhibit floor, as fans will be able to pre-order the 3D Blu-ray, which will also feature an option and all new experience. For an extra cost, fans will be able to order this new Blu-ray and have their image used to make them the victim as a customized figurine is created using 3D Systems 3D printing technology that features the Predator alien holding the fans’ severed head. That sounds a little insane and a little awesome, but that can also describe Comic Con in general. Read on to learn more about this Blu-ray event.
Continue reading ‘Comic-Con 2013: Pre-Order Only at Comic-Con – PREDATOR Blu-ray 3D Packaged in Limited Edition Predator Head’
