Tag Archives: San Diego ComicCon

Olivia Wilde Wants More Sci-Fi Roles.

Posted on July 26, 2011 by jlmicek

So here’s some good news for the fanboys. “Tron” actress Olivia Wilde tells the Daily Star of the UK that she thinks Hollywood directors need to build more sci-fi franchises around strong, female stars: “I think there are some great … Continue reading →

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Marvel Releases Avengers Concept Art.

Posted on July 24, 2011 by jlmicek

So here’s a serious Moment of Geek for all you Avengers fans. The folks at Marvel have released concept art for three of the big players in next summer’s Avengers extravaganza: Scarlett Joahannson’s “Black Widow,” Jeremy Renner’s “Hawkeye” and Chris … Continue reading →

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San Diego ComicCon Photo Highlights.

Posted on July 24, 2011 by jlmicek

The good folks at G4 have all the San Diego ComicCon coverage you’re ever going to need. And that includes a motherlode of photos from the annual geek love-in. Of course, no ComicCon would be complete without a Slave Leia … Continue reading →

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“Captain America” Reviews Roll In.

Posted on July 22, 2011 by jlmicek

Looks like it’s going to be a good opening weekend for everyone’s favorite star-spangled superhero. Marvel’s film adaptation of “Captain America” is getting warm reviews as it opens in American theaters. Here’s a brief sampling of what they’re saying: Slate’s … Continue reading →

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Early Buzz For Captain America: “Weighty and Substantial.”

Posted on July 21, 2011 by jlmicek

The movie doesn’t open until tomorrow, but here’s an advance review from the Associated Press (via @WashPo): “Captain America: The First Avenger” — The last Marvel Comics setup for next summer’s all-star blockbuster “The Avengers” finds Chris Evans starring as … Continue reading →

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“Amazing Spiderman” Trailer Leaked, Quickly Removed.

Posted on July 20, 2011 by jlmicek

Hey True Believers. The trailer for the new “Amazing Spiderman” flick was briefly leaked today and then abruptly taken down. Apparently Sony doesn’t have much in the way of a sense of humor about these things. Here’s one taken with … Continue reading →

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