Fantastic Four to be No More
January 26, 2011
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| The End of Four |
While Marvel has made no secret that a member of the quartet, which was introduced in August 1961, would die, exactly who among the group would fall has been a closely held secret, until the release Tuesday of issue No. 587. It's the Human Torch, leaving teammates Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman and the Thing to pick up the pieces and move forward. Hickman, along with his editor, Tom Brevoort, have been unsurprisingly mum on what the future may hold for the characters, but one thing is certain, the end is nigh for the Fantastic Four next month. Brevoort, senior vice-president for publishing at Marvel told The Associated Press that "588 is the final issue of the Fantastic Four. Beyond that, we're not ready to say exactly what we're doing. There won't be an issue 589." All he would say about the future was that the various subplots and threads that Hickman has written "will converge in a new thing that will be exciting and different and yet, very familiar and very much the same."
Hickman told the AP that the death is part of the natural evolution of his ongoing story line. "In doing this, we're going to elevate the other three and the family in general and going forward with the story that we want to tell," he said. "I think it makes complete sense. It's kind of a logical move."
The Canadian Press
Anne Hathaway Will Star in New Batman Movie
January 20, 2011
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| Anne Hathaway as Catwoman |
In the press release of Warner Bros, they have declared that Anne Hathaway will be the next Selina Kyle and her alter ego Catwoman in Christopher Nolan's Batman film, 'The Dark Knight Rises'. "I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work with Anne Hathaway, who will be a fantastic addition to our ensemble as we complete our story," Nolan said.
Along with Anne Hathaway in the Batman film, British actor Tom Hardy will play the villain Bane and Christian Bale will play Batman. Anne Hathaway is excited about being a part of the Batman film 'The Dark Knight Rises'. Nolan has also mentioned that Anne has grown as an actor since 'Princes Diary' and is expected to play the role optimally.
Christopher Nolan is upset about all the rumours which has been making rounds and whether Anne Hathaway will be in the new Batman movie. Talking of Tom Hardy, Nolan said, " he bring to life our new interpretation of one of Batman's most formidable enemies".
'The Dark Knight Rises', is scheduled to release on 20th of July 2012.
Chris Evans Set to Tackle Role of Captain America
January 14, 2011
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| Captain America Starring Chris Evans |
Marvel has finally found someone to fill Captain America's big boots. Actor Chris Evans, best known to comic book fanboys as the Human Torch in the "Fantastic Four" movies, has been cast to play the red, white and blue super hero, Variety reported.
Evans beat out a number of high-profile actors, such as John Krasinski, Channing Tatum and Ryan Phillippe, for the part of Steve Rogers, the 98-pound weakling turned super soldier created by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby in 1941. Evans got the famous A for effort, signing on for at least three Captain America films and 2012's "The Avengers," according to the Hollywood Reporter.
That film will unite Evans' Captain America with a team of super heroes that includes Robert Downey Jr.'s Iron Man, Ed Norton's the Incredible Hulk and Chris Hemsworth's Thor in a 2012 blockbuster straight out of the panels of comic fans' fantasies. Paramount's "Captain America," directed by "Wolfman's" Joe Johnson, is scheduled for a July 22, 2011, release. Hugo Weaving also has been cast to play the hero's arch-nemesis, the Nazi criminal mastermind known as the Red Skull, Variety reported.
Evans isn't the only actor to accept double duty in two super hero franchises. Ryan Reynolds was recently fitted with a ring as DC Comics' Green Lantern - after also signing on to play the Marvel mutant Deadpool in a spinoff of Fox's "Wolverine" franchise.
Seattle Superhero Stops Car Robbery
January 10, 2011
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| Seattle's Own Phoenix Jones |
If you thought superheroes were fictitious, think again. Just take a look at Phoenix Jones, the self proclaimed Guardian of Seattle, a costumed hero operating in Washington State. He grabbed attention this past week after stopping a car robbery in progress. Operating out of a comic book shop, Phoenix is a member of the Rain City Superheroes, a group which is part of a wider real-life superhero movement. According to Seattle police, the Rain City group includes superheroes with such names as Thorn, Buster Doe, Green Reaper, Gemini, No Name, Catastrophe, Thunder 88, Penelope and Phoenix Jones himself. A hero name Red Dragon has also appeared with the group. Phoenix and his team have been attracting a lot of attention the past few months. Back in November 2010, online paper seattlepi.com reported that police were well aware of the operations of the band of heroes. And while police are tolerating their actions, they warn that the heroes may be putting themselves in grave danger. Phoenix claims he has been stabbed in the line of work and the bullet proof vest he wears under his suit stopped a bullet during an incident in Tacoma, Wash. Police have determined Phoenix’s secret identity, but have so far declined to disclose it to the public.
2011 Set to Become "Year of the Superhero Movie"
January 8, 2011
January 8, 2011
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| Seth Rogan is The Green Hornet |
Will 2011 be the year of the superhero? It's certainly shang up that way, as a new crop of comic book he-men storm the big screen. Pulled from the pages of beloved 20th century comic books, The Green Hornet, Thor, Captain American and the Green Lantern are all headlining big-budget adventures this year. But that's not the whole story behind 2011's most anticipated Hollywood movies. What's old is new again as Hollywood dusts off some of the most beloved comic book characters of the 20th century and revitalizes them for a new generation. Nowhere is that "new blood" mentality more evident than in "The Green Hornet" (Jan. 14) and "The Green Lantern" (June 17). Seth Rogen, 28, dons the Hornet's iconic green mask. Ryan Reynolds, 34, packs his formidable six-pack into the Lantern's bright green unitard. Thankfully, a now thinner, fitter Rogen never sheds his comic timing for this new "Hornet" adaptation from director Michel Gondry ("Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind"). Reynolds's earlier superhero gigs in "Blade: Trinity" and "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" have also helped him give the cocky test pilot, Hal Jordan, some levity for his green transformations. For their next trick, Rogen and Reynolds will try to turn these modern spins on the superhero into lucrative franchises. That is challenge facing every actor portraying one of 2011's new superheroes, including "Captain America" star Chris Evans, 29.
Courtesy: Constance Droganes, CTV
New on NBC Beginning January 9 - The Cape
January 6, 2011
January 6, 2011
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| David Lyons - The Cape on NBC |
Superhero fans have a new prime-time TV series to look forward to starting January 9. The Cape, set in the fictional metropolis of Palm City, follows an innocent cop who has been framed for a crime he did not commit and then left for dead after he is caught. He is eventually saved by a circus ringleader who prepares him with special abilities to defend himself against his foes. Separated from his wife and son, he tries to clear his name while protecting them from being killed in the event that he should be reported alive. He takes the law into his own hands by taking the guise of his son's favorite comic book hero, The Cape, after he is given a special suit that has unique capabilities. Vowing to get rid of the corruption that has taken over both the city and the police force, he goes after the person responsible for setting him up and causing his "demise".
The series stars David Lyons as The Cape – the alias of Vince Faraday, an honest cop who is believed to have died after he was framed for a series of murders.
