The Long Box – Comic Book Casting: The Punisher
The Punisher has been in what I like to call “movie jail”. Despite three feature films, it has never found traction with audiences or critics. In 1989, the first film starred Dolph Lundgren and went straight to video (never a good sign). The second was released in theaters in 2004 and starred Thomas Jane. […]
Comic Review: The Amazing Spider-Man #700 *SPOILERS*
This week saw the release of a comic that literally broke the internet. The Amazing Spider-Man #700 resulted in much fanfare and critical backlash. Issue 700 marks the end of The Amazing Spider-Man and leads directly into the MarvelNOW! launch of The Superior Spider-Man. I’m warning you now, I’m going to be talking about the issue itself and spoiling the ending, […]
The Long Box: Comic Book Casting Call – Daredevil
Back in 2003, Fox acquired the rights to Daredevil during the initial surge of interest in comic based films. The original cast was Ben Affleck as Matt Murdock, Jennifer Garner as Elektra, Michael Clarke Duncan as The Kingpin, and Colin Farrell as Bullseye. The movie opened to mixed reviews. A sequel was discussed but never […]
Comic Review: Superman: Earth One – Volume 2
Comic Review: Superman: Earth One – Volume 2 Written by J. Michael Straczynski Art by Shane Davis Finally! I can write about a Superman book. For anyone that knows me, I don’t hide that Superman is MY hero. He was the first character I ever read, and […]
The Longbox: Comic Book Casting: The Justice League
Superhero movies have taken over cinemas across the globe. Marvel Studios hit the ground running with 2008’s Iron Man and culminated with the 3rd highest grossing film of all time, 2012’s The Avengers. Marvel has figured out the formula and shows no signs of slowing down. With the exception of Chris Nolan’s Batman trilogy, DC Comics has […]
Pick of the Week for September 12, 2012 – Batman #0
Pick of the Week for September 12, 2012 – Batman #0 Story by Scott Snyder Art by Greg Capullo Back-up Story by James Tynion IV Back-Up Art by Andy Clarke It’s been a year since the New 52 reboot, and DC has now launched “Zero Month” – every title is getting a […]
Pick of the Week for September 5, 2012 – Hawkeye #2
Pick of the Week for September 5, 2012 – Hawkeye #2 Story by Matt Fraction Art by David Aja I try not to pick the same book two issues in a row, but dammit if Hawkeye isn’t awesome. It’s funny, it’s smart, it has heart, and in a world full of make believe heroes, Clint Barton […]