From Ape Entertaiment:
About A Second Chance at Sarah:
Solicitations information:
A newborn son, a dying wife, and an arcane talisman, that’s what Johnny stares at when he considers the demon’s deal – Johnny’s soul in exchange for a chance to save his wife (whose soul has just been collected.) Johnny nods and instantly, he’s a teenager again, a child of the 90’s, and now he must relive a day from his youth. Johnny has the next twenty-four hours to befriend his future wife, uncover her secret past, and stop her from selling her soul to the demon.
As Johnny gets pulled into his wife’s hidden history, he starts questioning whether he can, or even should, put a stop to her supernatural deal.
From writer Neil Druckmann (co-writer of the award winning videogames: Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune and Uncharted 2: Among Thieves) and acclaimed digital painter Joysuke Wong comes this gripping supernatural adventure about love, loss, and time-travel.
Written by: Neil Druckmann
Art by: Joysuke Wong
Cover : Joysuke Wong
Duration: OGN
Page Count: 94 Pages
Price: $12.95
Publisher: Ape Entertainment [END]
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Bluewater Comics for March 2010
Press release from Bluewater Productions:
Here are the solic for Bluewater for MARCH 2010:
Wrath of the Titans (trade paperback)
Author(s): Darren G. Davis & Scott Davis
Artist(s): Nadir Balan
Cover Artist(s): Azim
In time for the release of CLASH OF THE TITANS. For years, the land of Argos has been at peace. The legendary hero Persues has taken the crown and guided the kingdom into a new era of prosperity and good fortune. And with the news that an heir has been born, puts the citizens in a celebratory mood. Yet lurking in the shadows are forces of hate and discontent that threaten to wreak havoc on Argos and destroy Perseus. Wrath of the Titans revisits the magical world of Ancient Greece where gods and myth are part of life's everday fabric and heroes are forged by great and powerful events.
Political Power: Bill Clinton
Author(s): Robert Schnakenberg
Artist(s) David McNeil
Cover Artist(s): cover by Vinnie Tartamella
They call him Bubba, the Big Dog, Slick Willie, and the Man from Hope. Everyone's got an opinion about Bill Clinton, but how well do we really know him? Take a fresh look at the life and career of America's 42nd president, from his hardscrabble Arkansas childhood to the days of triumph and turmoil in the Oval Office and beyond.
Sinbad, Rogue of Mars (Trade Paperback)
Author(s): Greg Thompson & Ryan Burton
Artist(s): Jeff Cruz
Cover Artist(s): Jeff Cruz & Diego Simone
He's sailed the seven seas and explored unknown lands, fought countless monsters and battled evil wizards, but Sinbad's newest adventure may be the greatest, and most dangerous, he's ever had! Eight years have passed since the assassination of the benevolent Zhar Dadgar and the curious disappearance of his heir. Akhdar, Dadgar's villainous nephew, has usurped the Dozhakian throne and enslaved the Azurian people, igniting a civil war within the once peaceful kingdom. A prophecy foretells the coming of a stranger from a distant land who will vanquish the false king and restore the rightful ruler to the throne. Could Sinbad be that stranger, or is he merely a pawn in Akhdar's treacherous game?
Logan’s Run #3
Author(s): Paul J. Salamoff
Artist(s) Daniel Gete
Cover Artist(s): Daniel Gete
On the run, Logan and Jessica make their way into the depths of Cathedral, a ruined part of the Los Angeles Complex and first stop en route to Sanctuary. But Cathedral is also home of the Cubs, ruthless gangs of kids with only murder on their minds. With ex-partner Francis and Gant hot on their trail, Logan and Jessica’s flight to freedom may end, before it even starts.
William Shatner Presents: Man O’ War
Writer: CJ Henderson
Pencils: Pat Broderick
Cover Artist(s): cover: 2 covers 50/ 50 Pat Broderick
In the second issue of William Shatner’s "Man O’ War, diplomat Benton Hawkes is fighting mad and on his way to Mars. Someone is tampering with his life, and he’s determined to stop them. He just may be able to, if he can stop the shipful of space pirates out to kill him, that is.
Female Force: Ellen Degeneres
Author(s): Sandra C. Ruckdeschel
Artist(s) Pedro Ponzo
Cover Artist(s): cover by Viinie Tartamella
Ellen DeGeneres is taking the world by storm! Emmy’s! Endless accolades! It all seems so easy, but Ellen’s journey to get where she is now was not always a smooth one. She’s felt the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. But through it all, she managed to stay true to herself and prove that she is a female force to be reckoned with!
Jason and the Argonauts: Kingdom of Hades (Trade Paperback)
Author(s): DR WHO Novelist: David McIntee
Artist(s): Rantz
Cover Artist(s): MIKE GRELL
From the writer of DR Who comes a new Ray Harryhausen Presents adventure. The quest to find the Golden Fleece is over, but now Jason and his band of Argonauts must embark on a new and more difficult journey- the journey home. Pursued by a vengeful Aeetes, the Argonauts will brave many dangers, and encounter old friends and new, and old enemies and new... But when the gods play games, no-one can avoid reaching the lands of the dead forever...
Vincent Price Presents #17
Writer: Nick Lyons
Pencils: Juan Tomajok
Cover Artist(s): Juan Tomajok
After her husband is brutally murdered by a psychotic gunslinger named Soulless Sam, Emily and her son Peter try to start a new life. But, can Emily and Peter live in peace or will Soulless Sam continue to terrorize them?
Roger Corman Presents: Battle Amongst The Stars
Writer: Martin Fisher
Pencils: Ben Hansen
Cover Artist(s): 2 covers : Ben Hansen & Azim
30 years before the movie, Zed of Akir boards an alien space craft and drawn into a open galaxy unknown to him. There he finds himself in a race against time to stop a race called the Oztem’s from being wiped out by the ruthless Remlar of the Malmori, and his 1st Lieutenant Sador.
Legend of Isis #11
Writer: Aaron Stueve
Pencils: Silvo dB
It's guest stars galore as Artemis and Valkrie join Isis in her battle against the deranged Medusa on the streets of LA! Meanwhile, Detective Gleason deals with the ramifications of spending time as a statue and Scott's relationship with Crystal hits a wall when Isis shows her true feelings for him. And just what exactly is Dr. Love up to? [END]
Here are the solic for Bluewater for MARCH 2010:
Wrath of the Titans (trade paperback)
Author(s): Darren G. Davis & Scott Davis
Artist(s): Nadir Balan
Cover Artist(s): Azim
In time for the release of CLASH OF THE TITANS. For years, the land of Argos has been at peace. The legendary hero Persues has taken the crown and guided the kingdom into a new era of prosperity and good fortune. And with the news that an heir has been born, puts the citizens in a celebratory mood. Yet lurking in the shadows are forces of hate and discontent that threaten to wreak havoc on Argos and destroy Perseus. Wrath of the Titans revisits the magical world of Ancient Greece where gods and myth are part of life's everday fabric and heroes are forged by great and powerful events.
Political Power: Bill Clinton
Author(s): Robert Schnakenberg
Artist(s) David McNeil
Cover Artist(s): cover by Vinnie Tartamella
They call him Bubba, the Big Dog, Slick Willie, and the Man from Hope. Everyone's got an opinion about Bill Clinton, but how well do we really know him? Take a fresh look at the life and career of America's 42nd president, from his hardscrabble Arkansas childhood to the days of triumph and turmoil in the Oval Office and beyond.
Sinbad, Rogue of Mars (Trade Paperback)
Author(s): Greg Thompson & Ryan Burton
Artist(s): Jeff Cruz
Cover Artist(s): Jeff Cruz & Diego Simone
He's sailed the seven seas and explored unknown lands, fought countless monsters and battled evil wizards, but Sinbad's newest adventure may be the greatest, and most dangerous, he's ever had! Eight years have passed since the assassination of the benevolent Zhar Dadgar and the curious disappearance of his heir. Akhdar, Dadgar's villainous nephew, has usurped the Dozhakian throne and enslaved the Azurian people, igniting a civil war within the once peaceful kingdom. A prophecy foretells the coming of a stranger from a distant land who will vanquish the false king and restore the rightful ruler to the throne. Could Sinbad be that stranger, or is he merely a pawn in Akhdar's treacherous game?
Logan’s Run #3
Author(s): Paul J. Salamoff
Artist(s) Daniel Gete
Cover Artist(s): Daniel Gete
On the run, Logan and Jessica make their way into the depths of Cathedral, a ruined part of the Los Angeles Complex and first stop en route to Sanctuary. But Cathedral is also home of the Cubs, ruthless gangs of kids with only murder on their minds. With ex-partner Francis and Gant hot on their trail, Logan and Jessica’s flight to freedom may end, before it even starts.
William Shatner Presents: Man O’ War
Writer: CJ Henderson
Pencils: Pat Broderick
Cover Artist(s): cover: 2 covers 50/ 50 Pat Broderick
In the second issue of William Shatner’s "Man O’ War, diplomat Benton Hawkes is fighting mad and on his way to Mars. Someone is tampering with his life, and he’s determined to stop them. He just may be able to, if he can stop the shipful of space pirates out to kill him, that is.
Female Force: Ellen Degeneres
Author(s): Sandra C. Ruckdeschel
Artist(s) Pedro Ponzo
Cover Artist(s): cover by Viinie Tartamella
Ellen DeGeneres is taking the world by storm! Emmy’s! Endless accolades! It all seems so easy, but Ellen’s journey to get where she is now was not always a smooth one. She’s felt the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. But through it all, she managed to stay true to herself and prove that she is a female force to be reckoned with!
Jason and the Argonauts: Kingdom of Hades (Trade Paperback)
Author(s): DR WHO Novelist: David McIntee
Artist(s): Rantz
Cover Artist(s): MIKE GRELL
From the writer of DR Who comes a new Ray Harryhausen Presents adventure. The quest to find the Golden Fleece is over, but now Jason and his band of Argonauts must embark on a new and more difficult journey- the journey home. Pursued by a vengeful Aeetes, the Argonauts will brave many dangers, and encounter old friends and new, and old enemies and new... But when the gods play games, no-one can avoid reaching the lands of the dead forever...
Vincent Price Presents #17
Writer: Nick Lyons
Pencils: Juan Tomajok
Cover Artist(s): Juan Tomajok
After her husband is brutally murdered by a psychotic gunslinger named Soulless Sam, Emily and her son Peter try to start a new life. But, can Emily and Peter live in peace or will Soulless Sam continue to terrorize them?
Roger Corman Presents: Battle Amongst The Stars
Writer: Martin Fisher
Pencils: Ben Hansen
Cover Artist(s): 2 covers : Ben Hansen & Azim
30 years before the movie, Zed of Akir boards an alien space craft and drawn into a open galaxy unknown to him. There he finds himself in a race against time to stop a race called the Oztem’s from being wiped out by the ruthless Remlar of the Malmori, and his 1st Lieutenant Sador.
Legend of Isis #11
Writer: Aaron Stueve
Pencils: Silvo dB
It's guest stars galore as Artemis and Valkrie join Isis in her battle against the deranged Medusa on the streets of LA! Meanwhile, Detective Gleason deals with the ramifications of spending time as a statue and Scott's relationship with Crystal hits a wall when Isis shows her true feelings for him. And just what exactly is Dr. Love up to? [END]
The Soaked Children of the Sea
I finished reading Children of the Sea , Vol. 2
I posted a review at the Comic Book Bin. This is yet another exceptional VIZ Signature title.
I posted a review at the Comic Book Bin. This is yet another exceptional VIZ Signature title.
Third "Jackass" Movie Due Next October
Press release from Paramount Pictures:
JACKASS 3D CREATORS PROMISE A ‘WHOLE NEW DIMENSION’ OF 3D IN THEATERS ON OCTOBER 15, 2010
Dickhouse’s Jeff Tremaine, Spike Jonze and Johnny Knoxville Return For Paramount and MTV Films
The third installment of JACKASS from Paramount Pictures and MTV Films will hit theaters on October 15, 2010, this time in eye-popping 3D. Johnny Knoxville and the boys will begin shooting in late January with Dickhouse Production’s Jeff Tremaine at the helm and producing alongside Spike Jonze and Knoxville.
The addition of 3D to the new film will raise the mayhem factor to new heights, promises star/producer Johnny Knoxville. “We're going to take the same 3D technology James Cameron used in AVATAR and stick it up Steve O's butt. We're taking stupid to a whole new dimension.”
2002’s “Jackass: The Movie” earned more than more than $64 million and was heralded as “a disgusting, repulsive, grotesque spectacle, but also hilarious and provocative. God help me, thumbs up” by esteemed critic Richard Roeper. Released in 2006, “Jackass: Number Two” earned over $72 million and was heralded by The New York Times as being “debased, infantile and reckless in the extreme, this compendium of body bravado and malfunction makes for some of the most fearless, liberated and cathartic comedy in modern movies. [END]
JACKASS 3D CREATORS PROMISE A ‘WHOLE NEW DIMENSION’ OF 3D IN THEATERS ON OCTOBER 15, 2010
Dickhouse’s Jeff Tremaine, Spike Jonze and Johnny Knoxville Return For Paramount and MTV Films
The third installment of JACKASS from Paramount Pictures and MTV Films will hit theaters on October 15, 2010, this time in eye-popping 3D. Johnny Knoxville and the boys will begin shooting in late January with Dickhouse Production’s Jeff Tremaine at the helm and producing alongside Spike Jonze and Knoxville.
The addition of 3D to the new film will raise the mayhem factor to new heights, promises star/producer Johnny Knoxville. “We're going to take the same 3D technology James Cameron used in AVATAR and stick it up Steve O's butt. We're taking stupid to a whole new dimension.”
2002’s “Jackass: The Movie” earned more than more than $64 million and was heralded as “a disgusting, repulsive, grotesque spectacle, but also hilarious and provocative. God help me, thumbs up” by esteemed critic Richard Roeper. Released in 2006, “Jackass: Number Two” earned over $72 million and was heralded by The New York Times as being “debased, infantile and reckless in the extreme, this compendium of body bravado and malfunction makes for some of the most fearless, liberated and cathartic comedy in modern movies. [END]
More Wis-dumb from Jo(k)e Quesada
I found the quote below at Comic Book Movie. It is a quote from Joe Quesada who says that the success of the films made from Marvel Comics' various franchises is that Marvel's comic book writers are involved:
"But the beauty of the Marvel films now, is that guys who work in comics are involved," said Joe Quesada. "That's more than we could have said ten years ago about comic book movies that were getting made."
"Matt Fraction is a perfect example," he continued. "He got to sit down with Jon Favreau and Kevin Feige and discuss the new Iron Man movie. Being the current 'Iron Man' writer, Matt could offer a unique perspective on the character. Bendis is involved in the Marvel Creative Committee, as am I. I'm sure, from time to time, we'll be bringing more creators in as projects call for them. More and more, the Marvel film world reaches out to the comics world, and now you're starting to see that other studios and comic companies are taking note and are looking to copy that formula in some way."
Matt Fraction - give me a fucking break! If Hollywood wants insights into Marvel Comics characters, they should be talking to writers like Stan Lee, Steve Ditko (who probably wouldn't speak to anyone), Roy Thomas, Chris Claremont, John Byrne, Frank Miller, Walt Simonson, Gerry Conway, Len Wein, Marv Wolfman, Roger Stern, and a few others who actually created and/or defined the concepts and characters that are used in superhero film franchises like Spider-Man, X-Men, Fantastic Four, etc.
"But the beauty of the Marvel films now, is that guys who work in comics are involved," said Joe Quesada. "That's more than we could have said ten years ago about comic book movies that were getting made."
"Matt Fraction is a perfect example," he continued. "He got to sit down with Jon Favreau and Kevin Feige and discuss the new Iron Man movie. Being the current 'Iron Man' writer, Matt could offer a unique perspective on the character. Bendis is involved in the Marvel Creative Committee, as am I. I'm sure, from time to time, we'll be bringing more creators in as projects call for them. More and more, the Marvel film world reaches out to the comics world, and now you're starting to see that other studios and comic companies are taking note and are looking to copy that formula in some way."
Matt Fraction - give me a fucking break! If Hollywood wants insights into Marvel Comics characters, they should be talking to writers like Stan Lee, Steve Ditko (who probably wouldn't speak to anyone), Roy Thomas, Chris Claremont, John Byrne, Frank Miller, Walt Simonson, Gerry Conway, Len Wein, Marv Wolfman, Roger Stern, and a few others who actually created and/or defined the concepts and characters that are used in superhero film franchises like Spider-Man, X-Men, Fantastic Four, etc.
Saturday, December 19, 2009
I Reads You Review: BLOODY KISS, VOL. 1
Creator: Kazuko Furumiya
Publishing Information: TOKYOPOP, B&W, paperback, 208 pages, $10.99 (US), $13.99 CAN
Ordering Numbers: ISBN: 978-1-4278-1579-8 (ISBN-13)
Bloody Kiss, Vol. 1 takes the reader to a crumbling mansion located deep in a fog-enshrouded forest. This is the new home young Kiyo Katsuragi has just inherited from her late grandmother, Lady Mineko. She wants to sell it so that she can use the money to attend law school. However, the mansion comes with two squatters, Lord Kuroboshi and his attendant, Alshu. And they’re both sexy vampires; well, Kuroboshi is actually a dhampir – half-human/half-vampire.
Of course, Kuroboshi and Alshu discourage Kiyo from selling the mansion, but things take an even weirder turn. Apparently vampires choose to drink blood from only one person, called a “bride.” In order to be a full-fledged vampire, one must have a bride, and Kuroboshi chooses Kiyo.
The beautiful art from Bloody Kiss creator Kazuko Furumiya may remind readers of Matsuri Hino’s art for Vampire Kiss, but without the heavy black of the inking and the severe toning of Hino’s manga. A combination of gothic-lite and airy romance, the illustrations and graphics that compose Bloody Kiss create an atmosphere somewhere between syrupy teen love and slightly creepy. Visually, the murky forest and gloomy mansion interiors create a perfect atmosphere from fantasy romance that involves vampires. When beauty needs to be emphasized, as in the school ball that takes place in the third chapter, Furumiya adds sparkles and flower effects to lighten the mood, and for just a moment, Bloody Kiss seems like a normal love story.
In fact, it is the illustrative and graphical style that makes Bloody Kiss. The story doesn’t drive this narrative; rather the impressions and ambiance created by the art capture the imagination. The reader won’t think her way through this manga. This is about feeling the way Kiyo and the rest of the cast do – the wants, dreams, fears, and hurts. Kiyo’s gloomy mansion may be a place readers want to visit time and again.
This volume also includes a bonus story, “Angel Love Song,” about mending broken hearts and true love that is a straight, non-fantasy romance. It’s OK, and can be missed.
B+
Archaia Entertainment Publishes First Volume of "The Engineer"
Press release from Archaia Entertainment:
THE ENGINEER VOL. 1: KONSTRUKT
(W) Brian Churilla and Jeremy Shepherd (A) Brian Churilla
An ancient sentient entity is feasting on the very fabric of space and time. Only one man can stop it: The Engineer, last survivor of the destroyed Earth. Utilizing a colossal pipe organ that enables pan-dimensional travel, The Engineer pursues the lost components of The Konstrukt, an archaic mechanism that imbues whoever possesses it with the ability to manipulate reality itself, in the hopes of using it to defeat the creature and undo the incalculable damage it has already done. Giant bat creatures, were-crabs, immense rock creatures, amorphous witches and armies of undead abound in this pulpy sci-fi romp for all ages! Collects and completes The Engineer series.
The Engineer is the first in a series of discounted hardcovers from Archaia to introduce new readers to the publisher’s unique library of titles.
Hardcover Full Color 128 pages $9.95 All Ages (10 and up; series contains Mild Violence) [END]
THE ENGINEER VOL. 1: KONSTRUKT
(W) Brian Churilla and Jeremy Shepherd (A) Brian Churilla
An ancient sentient entity is feasting on the very fabric of space and time. Only one man can stop it: The Engineer, last survivor of the destroyed Earth. Utilizing a colossal pipe organ that enables pan-dimensional travel, The Engineer pursues the lost components of The Konstrukt, an archaic mechanism that imbues whoever possesses it with the ability to manipulate reality itself, in the hopes of using it to defeat the creature and undo the incalculable damage it has already done. Giant bat creatures, were-crabs, immense rock creatures, amorphous witches and armies of undead abound in this pulpy sci-fi romp for all ages! Collects and completes The Engineer series.
The Engineer is the first in a series of discounted hardcovers from Archaia to introduce new readers to the publisher’s unique library of titles.
Hardcover Full Color 128 pages $9.95 All Ages (10 and up; series contains Mild Violence) [END]
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