LIBERATOR By Lou Ferrigno Goes From Screen To Comic Book In August 2013

July 11, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Lou Ferrigno’s Award-Winning “Liberator” Makes The Jump From The Silver Screen To The Comic Book Page

Liberator, the superhero short film by Lou Ferrigno, will become a comic book in August 2013 from Bluewater Productions.

Press Release

The buzz over Lou Ferrigno’s award-winning superhero short film LIBERATOR (www.liberatormovie.com), which continues to pack houses at film festivals and comic conventions, and has won two Best Picture awards along the way, has skyrocketed with news of Bluewater Comics’ launch of the “Liberator” comic book series.

The film, which not only stars Ferrigno, but also Peta Wilson (“La Femme Nikita“), Michael Dorn (“Star Trek: The Next Generation“), kickboxing legend Don “The Dragon” Wilson and Ed Asner (“Up“), will take on new life in the comic, written by Liberator co-creators Jim Cirile (Writer/Executive Producer) and Aaron Pope (Writer/Director), with art by acclaimed graphic novel artist Gerry Kissell (“Code Name: Geronimo“) and Jon Woodard.

The special edition 2-issue comic series continues and expands the story from the short film and will feature likenesses of the actors, making the comics a must-have for genre fans.

Sect Civil War Begins In The Pages Of Archer & Armstrong #14 In October 2013

February 27, 2014July 11, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

VAN LENTE and EVANS Declare SECT CIVIL WAR – A Four-Part Event Beginning in ARCHER & ARMSTRONG #14!

Sect Civil War is 4 part event that begins in Archer & Armstrong #14 by Fred Van Lente & Khari Evans from Valiant Comics and goes on sale October 9th, 2013.

Press Release

It’s a mad, mad, mad, mad Archer & Armstrong event!

Valiant is proud to announce Sect Civil War – an all-new four part event pitching each of the world’s most deadly conspiracies into a globe-spanning power struggle…and Archer & Armstrong along with them! Beginning this October, New York Times best-selling writer Fred Van Lente and Harvey Award nominee Khari Evans begin the knockdown, drag-out A&A storyline of the year with an all-new jumping-on point in Archer & Armstrong #14 – and no conspirator will escape unscathed!

For centuries, the cloak-and-dagger coalition of conspiracies collectively known as The Sect has worked together to bring silent oppression and undercover tyranny to a world that thought it was free. But, now after centuries of profit sharing and uneasy alliances, the factions of The Sect are about to erupt into open conflict…and the only men that can end the insanity are Archer & Armstrong! Too bad they’re fighting for different sides! Why? How? And will either survive?

Todd McFarlane Will Appear At SDCC 2013 – Autographs Venom Guitars w/ Stan Lee

July 10, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Todd McFarlane Appearances at the 2013 San Diego Comic-con Set for July 19 and 20th

Todd McFarlane will be at San Diego Comic-Con on July 19-20, 2013. He will be attending autograph sessions and a panel, and we’ll be getting an exclusive look at new McFarlane Toys action figures.

Press Release

San Diego Comic-Con is quickly approaching and we want to make sure you know where to find everything McFarlane. Todd will be at some of the hottest SDCC events for autograph sessions and a panel. He’ll be signing a special exclusive Assassin’s Creed poster giveaway (yes, that does mean free!) for a few hundred lucky fans.

For all the hordes of The Walking Dead fans, Skybound (booth #2729) is bringing you an exclusive limited edition The Walking Dead Comic Governor in Riot Gear action figure. Created, developed and designed by Todd McFarlane and his award-winning McFarlane Toys design group, in conjunction with Robert Kirkman and Skybound for only $25. This action figure shows The Governor, wearing his famous riot gear from the classic “Kill Them All” scene in issue 42. This figure comes with some great accessories; two pistols, Michonne’s bloody sword and a bullhorn. Toys “R Us and Entertainment Earth (booth #2343) are bringing fans the launch of The Walking Dead Comic Penny Blake The Governor’s Zombie Daughter action figure complete with fish tank and a bucket of body parts all for only $20.

Wolverine: Japan’s Most Wanted – A 13 Part Weekly Infinite Comics Series Begins Now

January 26, 2020July 10, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

WOLVERINE: JAPAN’S MOST WANTED – An All-New 13-Part Weekly Infinite Comic Series Begins TODAY!

Wolverine: Japan’s Most Wanted, an all-new 13 part weekly Infinite Comics series begins this week from Marvel Comics.

Press Release

He’s the best there is at what he does, and today Wolverine kicks off an explosive new 13-part Infinite Comic series in Wolverine: Japan’s Most Wanted! Blockbuster creators Jason Aaron, Jason Latour and Paco Diaz send Wolverine back to the Far East with a giant target on his back. Marvel brought digital comics to the next-level in early 2012. and now ignited by the red-hot success of Infinite Comics and combined with the demand from fans and creators who saw a world of infinite potential in this new format, Wolverine: Japan’s Most Wanted is designed specifically for mobile devices and fully embraces the technological

Survivorman Les Stroud Gets His Own Comic From Bluewater In Fall 2013

July 10, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Discovery Channel’s “Survivorman”

Adventures Travel To The Pages Of

Comics & Graphic Novels

Press Release

Les Stroud must rely solely on his extensive survival skills to survive up to seven days alone in remote locations. Serving as a one-man camera crew, Stroud ventures to the far reaches of the world—from the desolate, frozen tundra of Arctic Canada to the barren, desert wastelands of the Australian Outback. This sort of isolation can be extremely trying and Stroud must remain calm at all times depend on his physical and mental strength. He is a real life superhero, the perfect subject for Bluewater Production’s newest adventure comic.

Watch Marvel’s INFINITY #1 Trailer Video

July 8, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

INFINITY #1 Trailer Video

Here we have a video trailer for Infinity #1, the start of the mini-series event of the summer from Marvel Comics.

Watch the video below the press release!

Press Release

Infinity, the six part blockbuster comic event of the summer, brought to you by the star studded creative team of Jonathan Hickman, Jim Cheung, Jerome Opena & Dustin Weaver, takes fans to every corner of the Marvel Universe, and beyond!

Earth has been marked as an “Avengers World”, protected by Iron Man, Captain America, Thor and more from the deadliest threats facing humanity. A powerful and destructive race is on a collision course with Earth and the only thing in their path is the Avengers! But even Earth’s Mightiest Heroes realize the one hope of defeating this dire threat is to unite every great hero across the cosmos…because only with a united Avengers Universe is there any chance of survival!

Action Lab Entertainment SDCC 2013 Exclusives

July 6, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Action Lab Entertainment Announces SDCC Events and Exclusives

Action Lab Entertainment has announced their list of events and exclusive merchandise for San Diego Comic Con International 2013 (SDCC 2013).

Press Release

Critically-acclaimed independent publisher Action Lab Entertainment kicks off its 2013-2014 season with a bang at this year’s San Diego Comic Con, held July 17-21 at the San Diego Convention Center. This marks the company’s second appearance at the show, and this year will be marked with special announcements, exclusive books, and a constant stream of well-respected industry professionals.

Confirmed creators to appear at the Action Lab booth include:

Jeremy Dale (Skyward)
David Dwonch (Ghost Town)
Kevin Freeman (SubCulture)
Tony Guaraldi-Brown (The Final Plague)
Lea Hernandez (The Garlicks)
Jamal Igle (Molly Danger)
Jason Martin (Night of the 80s Undead)
Gayle Middleton (Vamplets)
Mike Norton (Molly Danger Cover Artist)
Stan Yan (SubCulture)

Milo Manara Draws Angela On A Variant Cover

July 5, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

ANGELA Hits Her Mark On Milo Manara’s Variant To GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY #5!

Milo Manara, an artist known for his erotica artwork, draws Angela on a variant cover to Guardians of the Galaxy #5 from Marvel Comics – on sale July 31st, 2013.

Press Release

She’s one of the biggest new characters to debut in the Marvel Universe and today Marvel is proud to unveil your first look at Milo Manara’s jaw dropping variant cover to Guardians of The Galaxy #5, featuring ANGELA!

Starting this July, Neil Gaiman teams with blockbuster writer Brian Michael Bendis and fan favorite artist Sara Pichelli to take the angelic bounty hunter to the outer limits of the Marvel Universe in an all new arc starting in Guardians Of The Galaxy #5! Alongside Star-Lord, Iron Man, Rocket Raccoon, Drax, Gamora & Groot – Angela must help the Guardians take down threats putting the galaxy at risk, showing why she’s one of the most feared women in the Marvel Universe!

Ultimate DEADPOOL Dances In Ultimate Spider-Man Teaser

July 5, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Ultimate Deadpool Dance Video!

Here is a teaser trailer for Ultimate Spider-Man Season Two featuring a dancing Ultimate Deadpool. The episode airs Sunday July 7th, 2013 on Disney XD.

Press Release

Following the Sunday premiere of Marvel’s Avengers Assemble, Deadpool takes over Marvel’s Ultimate Spider-Man as only he can. When the Merc with the Mouth’s penchant for making things “unalive” brings Spidey to face him head on, Deadpool knows just what to do… DANCE!

Don’t miss Marvel’s Ultimate Spider-Man DEADPOOL this Sunday at 11:30am/10:30c inside Marvel Universe on Disney XD.

Adventure Time: Candy Capers #1 Arrives In July 2013

July 8, 2013July 3, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

BOOM! STUDIOS GETS SWEET WITH ADVENTURE TIME: CANDY CAPERS #1

Press Release

BOOM! Studios is proud to announce the newest addition to the Adventure Time comic book family! Based on the hit Cartoon Network series, ADVENTURE TIME: CANDY CAPERS #1, an all new standalone mystery series set in the Land of Ooo, will arrive in stores this month.

A SUGARY WHO-DONE-IT IN THE LAND OF ADVENTURE TIME! Something rotten is afoot in the Land of Ooo, and someone’s gotta sniff out what it is! When Finn and Jake are suddenly kidnapped, Princess Bubblegum deputizes two of her most trusted citizens…Peppermint Butler and Cinnamon Bun?! The crime movie homages come hard and fast in the Candy Kingdom that never sleeps!