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!

Archer & Armstrong #11 by Fred Van Lente & Pere Perez (Preview)

February 27, 2014July 8, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

ARCHER & ARMSTRONG #11 is [REDACTED]!

We present a 5 page preview of Archer & Armstrong #11, by Fred Van Lente & Pere Perez, on sale July 17th, 2013 from Valiant Comics.

Press Release

Valiant is proud to present an advance preview of Archer & Armstrong #11 – the second sensational chapter of “Far Faraway,” the all-new story arc by New York Times best-selling writer Fred Van Lente and rising star Pere Perez!

Flying saucers! Dinosaurs! Flight 19! The lost colony of Roanoke! History’s most mysterious figures have all wound up in the time-lost world called The Faraway – and now so have Archer & Armstrong! Can Valiant’s greatest conspiracy-busters find their way out before they’re trapped forever? And get those insurance premiums paid up before reading the last page revelation – because jaws will drop! (And probably have to be reattached surgically.)

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.

Alouette Cosplay – Featured Cosplayer Interview

November 10, 2013July 3, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Alouette Cosplay

There are many talented models and performers who bring their love & enthusiasm to dressing up as their favorite characters. Comic Book Critic will regularly showcase a performer who embodies this spirit of cosplaying.

Whether it’s creating the costume from scratch, altering the appearance of an existing one, or just getting into character, these performers spend a lot of time and effort on their craft. As much as we all enjoy seeing our favorite fictional characters represented in real life, let’s not forget the behind-the-scenes work that goes into that portrayal.

One thing is for certain though, their love of cosplaying shines through in their work.

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!

IDW Publishing Announces San Diego Comic-Con 2013 Exclusives

July 3, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

IDW ANNOUNCES SDCC 2013 EXCLUSIVES!

Staggering list has something for everyone, in a record-breaking year!

Press Release

IDW Publishing is renowned for having great exclusives at San Diego Comic-Con International every year, but 2013 finds them taking it to the next level. See below for a complete list of SDCC exclusives, which promise to be the most sought after of the show!

Some of the items will be available for pre-order from IDW’s web store beginning today, July 2nd. Fans that preorder will be able to pick up their books from the IDW booth (These items will be noted below with an *asterisk).

IDW’s web store can be found here: IDW Con Exclusives

A limited edition product not available anywhere else, the ARTIST’S EDITION: BEST OF EC COVERS PORTFOLIO will be on hand. Featuring eight amazing prints of class EC covers by such luminaries as Frank Frazetta, Wally Wood, Harvey Kurtzman and more, this edition will be limited to 250 copies and priced at $50. It will be available for pre-order from IDW’s web store*, and there is a limit of 3 to a customer.

Speaking of EC and Artist’s Editions, an exclusive edition of the BEST OF EC ARTIST’S EDITION will be premiered at Comic-Con as well! Signed by the legendary Al Feldstein, numbered, and limited to 250 copies, this edition will feature a variant cover and be priced at $200. This title will be available for pre-order from IDW’s web store*, and there is a limit of 3 to a customer.

Superman 75th Anniversary Celebration Continues At Comic-Con International: San Diego 2013

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

Superman 75th Anniversary Celebration of World’s Greatest Super Hero Continues

Neil Gaiman Awakens THE SANDMAN For All-New Series

Journey To The Dark Side As Villains Take Over DC COMICS – THE NEW 52

Press Release

DC Entertainment, home to the World’s Greatest Super Heroes and the most talented writers and artists in the business, announced today it will storm Comic-Con International: San Diego 2013 with an impressive line-up of events, announcements and giveaways that promise to amaze fans and continue to cement its position as a leader in the comic book industry.

The largest English-language publisher and the leader in digital comics innovation, DC Entertainment will conquer Comic-Con with a selection of can’t-miss events. Fans can look forward to an unprecedented celebration of the greatest and most iconic hero in history, Superman – including a look at the best-selling new series SUPERMAN UNCHAINED and the return of Neil Gaiman’s acclaimed Vertigo series with THE SANDMAN: OVERTURE, featuring the breathtaking artwork of J.H. Williams III. But the San Diego fireworks don’t end there, as DC Entertainment will be giving fans a sneak peek at the dark future within DC COMICS – THE NEW 52 and unveiling the JUSTICE LEAGUE KIA car featuring custom artwork from DC Entertainment Co-Publisher Jim Lee to benefit the WE CAN BE HEROES giving campaign, and more.

Polarity #4 by Max Bemis & Jorge Coelho (Preview)

July 2, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

Polarity #4 by Max Bemis Preview!

Here is a preview of Polarity #4, written by Max Bemis & drawn by Jorge Coelho, from BOOM! Studios on sale July 3rd, 2013.

POLARITY #4

Written by Max Bemis
Art Jorge Coelho

SC, 32pgs, FC, SRP: $3.99

COVER A: Frazer Irving
COVER B: W. Scott Forbes

Diamond Code: MAY13 0945

Did Tim really think he was the only one? What destruction could other mental-illness powers hold? With Tim being only as powerful as he is insane, he’s going to have to get a little crazy to save the happiness he’s finally found, as he goes up against the mental cases Mays has up his sleeve…

Each issue comes with a free download for a new original song written and performed by Max Bemis!