Wednesday, June 30, 2010

The ComicsAlliance Roundtable: Wonder Woman's Costume Change - ComicsAlliance | Comics culture, news, humor, commentary, and reviews

Comics Alliance writers and editors weigh in on their thoughts of Wonder Woman's costume changes. It's interesting reading that other people th8ink about it. i kind of like the new costume but I hope she returns to the old one and the time line and her history is restored. It would suck if the past 70 years never happened to the character.

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J. Michael Straczynski on Wonder Woman Coming to America and Covering Up [Interview] - ComicsAlliance | Comics culture, news, humor, commentary, and reviews

J. Michael Straczynski was interviewed by Comic Alliance.JMS is goping to be writing the story arc rebooting Wonder Woman. If it had been in anyone else I'd be worried. This is a good interview/

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'Space Pirate Captain Harlock' CG Animated Trailer Sallies Forth - ComicsAlliance | Comics culture, news, humor, commentary, and reviews



Anyone else remember Captain Harlock? I do. This CG Animated movie from Japan looks cool!


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DC Universe: The Source » Blog Archive » Jim Lee on Wonder Woman’s new costume

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Jim Lee weighs in on then wonder Woman costume change.
“There’s nothing more daunting than re-designing an icon, but what was refreshing and novel in Joe Straczynski’s directive to be bold in our choices was that we were starting with no preconceptions. This was no mere tweaking, no change of half-measures like haircuts or alterations of color schemes. We decided to go for broke, take no prisoners and let me tell you—it was difficult. Wonder Woman’s costume is so infused into our understanding of the identity of the character that it took many numerous back and forths ’til we broke down what existed, got back metaphorically to the clay from which Wonder Woman started and something new started to form. A design worthy of the mantle of Wonder Woman but one that didn’t scream classic superhero! So we played down and scaled back the iconic elements—the stars, the eagles, the double WW’s, lightened up the motifs and added armor which could pass as street gear. Visually, the character seems edgier than before but stylish enough to warrant a second, albeit cautious, glance. The jacket and boots confirm the costume’s functionality and the open, thinner tiara and shaped bracelets reveal a lighter, even youthful, bent to the Amazonian Princess. All in all, a difficult but rewarding reworking of an iconic costume to usher in a new age; a fresh look worthy of the character defining journey JMS has in store for her ultimate rebirth!”

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Wondering About Wonder Woman? Dan DiDio Explains the Costume Change [Interview] - ComicsAlliance | Comics culture, news, humor, commentary, and reviews

Dan DiDo one of the big wigs at DC was interviewed regarding the changes to Wonder Woman's history and costume.

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DC Universe: The Source » Blog Archive » Wonder Woman Can Save the World, By Lynda Carter

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Lynda Carter is most definitely a talented person. She wrote a brilliant essay talking about the legacy we have from Wonder Woman.

“Did you bring your Lasso of Truth?” people ask me, and I have to laugh.
But it’s true—Wonder Woman accessorizes. She is, after all, a very savvy woman. But as we all know, form follows function. Everything she wears has a purpose: Her golden bracelets deflect bullets, her Venus Girdle endows her with superhuman strength, her tiara boomerangs and her lasso holds others to the truth that she, herself, lives by. And that’s just what we can see. Wonder Woman’s intellect is her real power. She’s honest and disarming, and she kicks butt.
I was like every other little girl who loved to read Wonder Woman comics. At the time, there weren’t many strong female role models. There was Archie’s Betty and Veronica, and then there was Wonder Woman. And they actually offered to pay me to play her on television. Imagine that! I would have done it for free. I’d been in Hollywood studying acting and was a fresh-faced innocent in that town. I was just 24, and putting on that costume—the American flag high-cut bathing suit—was the thrill of a lifetime.
That said, her costume and accessories don’t define the essence of Wonder Woman. She is the “Secret Self” inside every woman—the beautiful, unafraid, tenacious and powerful woman we know resides within us. She is the antithesis of “victim.” She is the single mother working multiple jobs, the unsung heroine, the supportive sister, the devoted daughter, the loving wife. She is the archetype of the Liberated Feminine, and that part of us is not confined by any societal role.
Wonder Woman stood apart from every woman of her time. She was always looking for—yearning for—a connection to others in this new world. To whom could she turn? Not only was she separated from her family and her roots, but she also had her alias to protect. It’s this need to connect that, in my mind, has always made her a human, likeable and complex character.
I never tried to dumb her down or treat her as a two-dimensional comic book character; I had too much respect for her to do that. I played her for real. She had two faces she showed the world, but she’s one person. Diana Prince is Wonder Woman. They’re different aspects of the same individual.
In truth, I never played “Wonder Woman”—I played Princess Diana (Diana, a.k.a. Artemis, goddess of the hunt and of wild things). She came from an island of women where she wasn’t necessarily the prettiest or the strongest. She wasn’t overly impressed with herself. She was intrigued by Steve Trevor and fought for the chance to be the one to take him home. When she found herself in this other world, the America of the 1940s, her heroic reactions flowed naturally from her values and her powers.
While I am forever indentified with the role, Wonder Woman belongs to us all. She lives inside us. She’s the symbol of the extraordinary possibilities that inhabit us, hidden though they may be—that, I think, is the important gift Wonder Woman offers women. Perhaps our real challenge in the 21st century is to strive to reach our potential while embracing her values. Wonder Woman is fearless. She sees the good in everyone, convinced they are capable of change, compassion and generosity. She’s kindhearted and hopeful, and she has a great sense of humor. These are just some of the important gifts the Adaptable Empowered Feminine has to offer. In an age when femininity is casting off restraints around the world, Wonder Woman remains an important archetype.
I loved Wonder Woman as a kid, I loved Wonder Woman when I played the role, and I love Wonder Woman to this day. She is the goddess within us all.
If Einstein is right, and imagination is more important than knowledge, then maybe what we need is to “wonder”…to open our minds and our hearts, to believe in what we cannot see.
Who knows? Maybe Wonder Woman can save the world.


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Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Wonder Woman Gets New Costume and Origin Thanks to Timeline Tweaked by the Gods - ComicsAlliance | Comics culture, news, humor, commentary, and reviews

What?!!! Wonder Woman is being retconned? Seems like it. New Costume and new timeline.

The Gods, for reasons of their own but which may have something to with their survival and perhaps the survival of Earth itself, have changed the timeline. In the new timeline, years ago the Gods removed their protection from Paradise Island, and left it vulnerable to attack. And attacked it was. Led by a dark figure, a veritable army descended upon the Island, equipped with weapons that could kill even the Amazons. Outgunned, doomed, Hippolyta gave over her three-year-old daughter to a handful of guardians who spirited her away as Hippolyta led one last desperate battle against the forces that had come to destroy all she had created. In that final battle, she and most of the Amazons were killed, though some managed to escape.

It's now nearly twenty years later. Diana has been raised in an urban setting, but with a foot in both worlds. She has little or no memory of the other timeline. She knows only what she's been told by those who raised her On the run, hunted, she must try to survive, help the other refugee Amazons escape the army that is still after them, discover who destroyed Paradise Island and why...and if the timeline can be corrected or not. She also does not yet have access to her full powers, but will be gaining them as she goes.


I don't think the story will continue since the story is also about fixing the timeline. Well, gotta try something new some times.

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Summer Glau, Kevin Conroy, and Tim Daly Voicing 'Superman/Batman: Apocalypse' - ComicsAlliance | Comics culture, news, humor, commentary, and reviews

I was wondering what the next DC Comics Animated movie will be.

Cover artwork has debuted for "Superman/Batman: Apocalypse," the latest entry in the DC Universe Animated series, joining the ranks of projects such as "Batman: Gotham Knight," "Superman: Doomsday" and "Superman/Batman: Public Enemies." Featuring a bonus "Green Arrow" short, "Superman/Batman: Apocalypse" is expected to hit Blu-ray and DVD on September 28, 2010. Pre-order details are currently unavailable.
This will be a great. I can't wait. I didn't read the original story but I can't wait to see what it looks like animated. 

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The Top 5 Episodes of 'Batman Beyond' - ComicsAlliance | Comics culture, news, humor, commentary, and reviews

Comics Alliance has done a great article counting down the top five episodes from Batman Beyond. I agree with the list. One of my favorite ones when Terry was captured by Inque and Bruce had to come save him. I loved the series.And I liked how the article showed how much like Spider-man, the future Batman was. I never really thought of it that way.

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Monday, June 28, 2010

ComicsAlliance's 20 Best Superman Panels - ComicsAlliance | Comics culture, news, humor, commentary, and reviews


Comics Alliance Picks the 20 best panels featuring Superman. It is a really cool article.

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Jeph Loeb Named Marvel Executive VP, Head of Television - ComicsAlliance | Comics culture, news, humor, commentary, and reviews

I had some good news! Jeph Loeb is going to head Marvel's movie, television, and direct-to-DVD projects! This is big because Loeb is talented and knows the comic book industry and Hollywood. I 6hink he was unfairly blamed for the failure Heroes became in the eyes of NBC. I don't think so. I'm looking forward to seeing what he is doing.

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Sunday, June 27, 2010

Watch and Download Yu Yu Hakusho Episodes, Yu Yu Hakusho Movies, Yu Yu Hakusho Manga and Games for Free Online

Yu Yu Hakusho is one of the great anime series. I was turned on to this site by a friend. You can watch them online for free. I admit that when I saw the very first episode I didn't think that it was going to be very fun or action packed  but it got much  better! I highly recommend the series. 

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Saturday, June 26, 2010

Timm Sets DCU Animated Features Record Straight - Comic Book Resources

Here is a great interview with Bruce Timm. He talks about the new Batman animated movie and dispels the rumors that no more movies will be produced. That makes me real happy.

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Friday, June 25, 2010

'Batman: Under the Red Hood' Makes The Most of Dean Winchester's Voice - ComicsAlliance | Comics culture, news, humor, commentary, and reviews

I'm really waiting for this one - dropping in a few weeks.  All of DC animated movies that has been released have been awesome. This one won't be any different in that sense.  Comics Alliance has post some more great information!



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New Kotobukiya's Marvel Fine Arts Statues Include Wolverine, Deadpool And Iron Man - ComicsAlliance | Comics culture, news, humor, commentary, and reviews

If I had extra funds and could invest in statues for art. These statues would be something I would get. They are a kind of "awesome" well-worth collecting.

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5 Untapped Million-Dollar Comic Book Product Ideas - ComicsAlliance | Comics culture, news, humor, commentary, and reviews

This is a great article. Humorous yet insightful. I like number one the most: I would probably buy a batmobile!

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Thursday, June 24, 2010

Pryde Of the X-Men | Free Animation Videos - Watch Animation Videos Online | Veoh

I remember watching this back in 1989. I like it! It's fun to watch and features one of the most iconic rosters in X-Men history. My only complaint? Why did they give Wolverine an Australian accent? What was that? It's probably just a coincidence but it seems ironic that a decade later an Australian was playing Wolverine in live-action X-Men movies. No way I could see that coming when I was 14 years old. It was a great one-of series. It could have made a great pilot for a TV series.



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E3 2010: Marvel Vs. Capcom Video - G4tv.com

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DC Comics Co-Publisher Jim Lee on Taking DC Digital [Interview] - ComicsAlliance | Comics culture, news, humor, commentary, and reviews

Comics Alliance posted a great interview with Jim Lee regarding DC Comics plans for offering their comics on digital platform now that it has been hit. It looks like they let Marvel and other publishers try things out, looked at what worked and what didn't and then implemented the best strategies. The article points out that DC is planning to release comics on the web akin to what Marvel is doing. However unlike Marvel, if you buy a comic from the Website, iPad, iPhone, or PSN you will be able to read the comic on any platform you want! I really wish Marvel would do that! Great Interview!

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Batman Drives In Style With Custom-Made Tumbler Golf Cart - ComicsAlliance | Comics culture, news, humor, commentary, and reviews

Personally, I don't like golf but if playing golf meant that I get to ride in a golf cart like this one, I would play often!!!!

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Reasons to Travel Back in Time to the '70s: Marvel Comics Toilet Paper - ComicsAlliance | Comics culture, news, humor, commentary, and reviews

Wow. I have no words. Comic book printed on toilet paper! I had no idea. Well, Comics Alliance has done an amazing thing. They reprinted it. I was four years old at the time and I never saw it before.



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Watch Avengers: United They Stand Episode 3!

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Nugget From The Net: Batman: City Of Scars - G4tv.com

I know I blogged about the new Batman fan film but G4TV posed a great article Wednesday regarding it and the fact that the same folks who made it made two more earlier were mentioned in it. I did not know about them.



Batman: Dark Justice


Batman Dark Justice via Noolmusic.com


Batman: Legends


Batman: City of Scars



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This new Adidas commercial combines Snoop Dogg and Star Wars | Guyism

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Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Marvel vs. Capcom 3 Gameplay Videos

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First Impressions: The DC Comics App on the iPad [Review] - ComicsAlliance | Comics culture, news, humor, commentary, and reviews

Okay, we know that there now are digital comics from DC, but how does the software handle. How fun is it to read and use? Comics Alliance posted a great review!

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DC Comics Goes Digital: Why This Is a Big Deal - ComicsAlliance | Comics culture, news, humor, commentary, and reviews

Here is a great analysis of what it means to us all that DC Comics has entered into Digital Comics.

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