Wes Craven to Create Original Graphic Novel with Liquid Comics & Cheyenne Enterprises
Prolific filmmaker of ‘Nightmare on Elm Street’ & ‘Scream’ to Create His First Graphic Novel
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Liquid Comics (formerly Virgin Comics) announced today a publishing partnership with legendary filmmaker Wes Craven (Scream, The Hills Have Eyes, Nightmare on Elm Street) and producer Arnold Rifkin (Hostage, 16 Blocks, Live Free or Die Hard), wherein Craven will create his first original graphic novel story.
"I'm thrilled to be working with Liquid Comics and Cheyenne Enterprises on the development of an original idea for both a comic book and for a subsequent film based on it. It's an idea I've been dying to get out there, and working in collaboration with Sharad Devarajan and Arnold Rifkin will be the ideal win/win way to do it,” commented Craven.
Details on Craven’s story have not yet been released and Liquid Comics is currently engaged in dialogues with leading creators in the comic book industry to work with Craven on the project. The graphic novel deal was finalized by Craven’s team at WME, Industry Entertainment, and Ziffren Brittenham LLP.
“We are equally excited about our new collaboration with Liquid Comics and iconic filmmaker Wes Craven. The opportunity to work with someone as creative as Wes is only enhanced by the addition of Liquid Comics, who’s resources and understanding of the graphic novel world will be of significant value as we create this new franchise,” added Arnold Rifkin, President of Cheyenne Enterprises.
Liquid plans to launch the story as a four issue comic-book series starting early next year. In addition to print, Liquid will launch a number of digital initiatives allowing Craven’s fans to experience his graphic novel story across a variety of platforms including online or through their iPad, iPhone and other mobile and gaming devices.
“Wes Craven has continuously been at the forefront of redefining the horror and thriller genres. We are honored to be able to work with him to bring his creativity and genius to graphic novels for the first time,” added, Liquid Comics Co-Founder & CEO, Sharad Devarajan. “In addition to Wes, we are thrilled to be working with Arnold Rifkin, whose prolific experience as a producer will help us take Wes’s story beyond the printed page and on to the big screen.”
ABOUT LIQUID COMICS:
Liquid Comics is an entertainment company focused on creating original stories and modern myths for worldwide audiences. The company was founded by entrepreneurs, Gotham Chopra, Sharad Devarajan and Suresh Seetharaman and uses the medium of graphic novel publishing to develop properties for theatrical live-action films, animation and video games. Liquid has created original graphic novels with acclaimed filmmakers and creators including John Woo, Shekhar Kapur, Deepak Chopra, Guy Ritchie, Dave Stewart, Jonathan Mostow, Edward Burns, Nicolas Cage, John Moore and others. The Company currently has a number of film and television projects in development including the Warner Bros. film adaptation of Gamekeeper with director Guy Ritchie; Virulents with director John Moore; Voodoo Child with Saturn Films and Reliance; The Leaves with Summit Entertainment; Beyond in development as a theatrical film with author Deepak Chopra; The Stranded, in development for television, with the Syfy Channel and First Family in development at FremantleMedia Enterprises. www.LiquidComics.com
ABOUT CHEYENNE ENTERPRISES: Arnold Rifkin – Cheyenne Enterprises
Arnold Rifkin formed Cheyenne Enterprises in January 2000 with his former client of 17 years, Bruce Willis. Cheyenne has produced such feature films as Bandits, Hart's War, The Crocodile Hunter: Collision Course, Tears of the Sun, The Whole Ten Yards, Hostage, Sixteen Blocks, Just My Luck, Live Free or Die Hard, Deception, and the mixed martial arts film Blood & Bone, recently released by Sony. Rifkin recently optioned the high-profile graphic novel Jeremiah Harm Boom! Studios and has attached Timur Bekmambetov (Night Watch; Wanted) to helm the adaptation. In television, Cheyenne, A. Smith & Co. and Mighty Loud Entertainment aired their reality series Full Throttle Saloon on TruTV in 2009 and have been picked up for a second season in 2010. Before founding Cheyenne Enterprises, Rifkin was a talent agent for over 20 years. He started his career with Nicole David at their company Rifkin-David, and he was a founding partner of the hugely successful Triad Artists. In 1992, Triad Artists was acquired by the William Morris Agency, and Rifkin was named worldwide head of the WMA Motion Picture Department. In 1995, he ascended to the role of president of the agency, where he remained until September 1999. Mr. Rifkin has been a visiting professor at the UCLA producers’ program for the last 15 years and has additionally guest lectured at Harvard, Columbia and Yale Universities and the Learning Annex.
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Sunday, July 25, 2010
Saturday, July 24, 2010
Bluewater Productions for August 2010
Here are the August 2010 titles from BLUEWATER:
First Families: The Clintons: flip book
Writer: Various
Pencils: Various
Cover Artist(s): cover: Michal Szyksznian
This special edition comic book featuring the first family biographies is now together for the first time in this 48-page one shot.
Nanny & Hank #1
Writer: Mark L. Miller
Pencils: Steven Babb
Cover Artist(s): 2 covers: Steven Babb
Nanny & Hank were enjoying their golden years in a retirement community, planning trips to see their grandchildren, and living the simple life...until they cross paths with a blood-drunk vampire. Now their lives will never be the same in this miniseries that turns all expectations you have about horror on its ear.
Vincent Price Presents: #22
Writer: Paul J. Salamoff
Pencils: Geoffrey Grisso
Cover Artist(s): GMB
Assignments on frontier planets always irritated intergalactic mob hitman Randall Stiles and his partner Jake Mackey and this mission would soon prove why. What starts out as a seemingly routine pick-up turns quite deadly in this Sci-Fi tale from Vincent Price who takes the reader on an unexpected ride to the outer edge of the known Universe.
S.E. Hinton's The Puppy Sister: GRAPHIC NOVEL
Writer: S.E. Hinton & Don Smith
Pencils: Yasir
Cover Artist(s): cover: Ramon Salas
S.E. Hinton, was and still is, one of the most popular and best known writers of young adult fiction and now she comes to graphic novels in this touching family story. Nick and his parents get more than they bargained for when their newly adopted puppy, Aleasha, decides she'll have more fun with her new "family" if she becomes human, too. So begins a laugh-out-loud adventure told from Aleasha's point of view, about her transformation from puppy to girl.
Logan's Run: aftermath #2
Author(s): Paul Salamoff
Artist(s) Daniel Gete
Cover Artist(s): 1 covers: Daniel Gete
They made a deal. A trade. Jessica and Jaq were the bargaining chips. But they messed with the wrong man: Logan-6…Destroyer of the Thinker. The ex-DS Operative once again dons the onyx suit and skull helmet that made him legend. But this time he serves no law, just his own justice and mercy on any soul that stands in his way.
10th Muse: Cover Lost Issues
Writer: Darren G. Davis
Pencils: Roger Cruz
Cover Artist(s): Roger Cruz
In this lost issue of the 10th Muse by X-Men artist ROGER CRUZ. Featuring the story that inspired the “Insane Jane” comic series. A crazy new hero is on the loose and it is up to the 10th Muse to figure out the connection she has with her before someone gets hurt.
Rock & Roll Comics: Led Zepplin: GRAPHIC NOVEL
Writer: Spike Steffenhagen, Jay Allen Sanford
Pencils Scott Pentzer, David Neer, Marshall Ross, Francois Escalmel, Blackwell
Cover Artist(s): cover: Steve Bryant
The Led Zeppelin saga is one of the wildest in rock history, and this graphic novel pulls no punches in dramatizing the backstage, behind-the-scenes story. From their early days as the New Yardbirds on through their rise to superstardom (and controversy), all five issues of the original Rock 'N' Roll Comics series are collected in one rockin' volume, with art by Scott Pentzer (Razor), Marshall Ross (Deepest Dimension), David Neer (Sports Superstars), Francois Escalmel (Frank Zappa: Viva La Bizarre), and others. The collection also includes update material, bringing the saga up to 2010.
Insane Jane: Avenging Star #1
Writer: Darren G. Davis & Zach Hunchar
Pencils: GMB
Cover Artist(s): 2 covers: GMB
Comic's most crazed champion is back! Trapped in a "Hospital for the Mentally Unhinged" our loony lion-heart must fight for her freedom and survival. With the help of her trusty new side-kick, the forces of evil are on the run. Or, maybe she's just imagining this. Either way, Jane's back and she's crazier than ever! Look for this exciting sequel to hit stands this August.
Female Force: Carla Bruni
Writer: David McIntee
Pencils: Heath Foley
Cover Artist(s): cover: Juanmar Studios
The best known woman in France, Carla Bruni-Sarkozy is an Italian heiress who is one of the most famous and self-assured women in Europe. Having been one of the most famous supermodels of the 1990s, she has been driven by determination and by the music in her blood to become successful in many walks of life. Learn how the heiress and artist has risen to become the best known First Lady of France since Josephine.
FAME: Kristen Stewart & Robert Pattinson FLIP Graphic novel
Writer: Kimberly Sherman
Pencils: Warren Martineck & Nathaniel Ooten
Cover Artist(s): 1 covers: JuanMar Studios
You have seen Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart together on screen but now you can get both of their biographies in this special edition of the sold out FAME series. This issue will feature bonus material not seen before!
Female Force: Best Sellers: GRAPHIC NOVEL
Writer: Various
Pencils: Various
Cover Artist(s): cover: Azim
See the collected life stories of JK Rowling, Stephenie Meyer, Anne Rice & Tony Morrison in this broad examination of strong women that have made a difference in today literature. The "Female Force" series was recently featured on "Live with Regis and Kelly", CNN, MSNBC and Fox News, and in People magazine, Chicago Tribune, USA Today and thousands of other media outlets.
Tony & Cleo #2
Writer: Kenton Daniel & Ken Cottingham
Pencils: DaFu Yu
Cover Artist(s): 2 covers: Dafu and Luke Roman
Through the foam of time, the Ides of March make their intentions known and reach out to guide the hand of their murderous instrument. A heartless killer reveals his own motives as well as a few lingering doubts, while, from the shadows, a loving mother offers encouragement and lays down the final challenge to claim Cleo's head. Meanwhile, Tony and Cleo arrive in Alexandria, Egypt to procure an ancient conduit of good for the coming battle against an ancient evil.
Steve Harvey Presents: The Adventures of Roopster Roux: GRAPHIC NOVEL
Writer: Ryan Burton
Pencils: Erik Thompson
Cover Artist(s): cover: Erik Thompson
Finals are tough, but they're even tougher when your best friend and sister have been mind controlled by the most sinister villain in the city! And that's exactly the situation Roopster Roux finds himself in his latest escapade. He'll have to use all of his wits, book smarts, and his trusty Roux Ripper to overcome his greatest and most dangerous adventure yet.
First Families: The Clintons: flip book
Writer: Various
Pencils: Various
Cover Artist(s): cover: Michal Szyksznian
This special edition comic book featuring the first family biographies is now together for the first time in this 48-page one shot.
Nanny & Hank #1
Writer: Mark L. Miller
Pencils: Steven Babb
Cover Artist(s): 2 covers: Steven Babb
Nanny & Hank were enjoying their golden years in a retirement community, planning trips to see their grandchildren, and living the simple life...until they cross paths with a blood-drunk vampire. Now their lives will never be the same in this miniseries that turns all expectations you have about horror on its ear.
Vincent Price Presents: #22
Writer: Paul J. Salamoff
Pencils: Geoffrey Grisso
Cover Artist(s): GMB
Assignments on frontier planets always irritated intergalactic mob hitman Randall Stiles and his partner Jake Mackey and this mission would soon prove why. What starts out as a seemingly routine pick-up turns quite deadly in this Sci-Fi tale from Vincent Price who takes the reader on an unexpected ride to the outer edge of the known Universe.
S.E. Hinton's The Puppy Sister: GRAPHIC NOVEL
Writer: S.E. Hinton & Don Smith
Pencils: Yasir
Cover Artist(s): cover: Ramon Salas
S.E. Hinton, was and still is, one of the most popular and best known writers of young adult fiction and now she comes to graphic novels in this touching family story. Nick and his parents get more than they bargained for when their newly adopted puppy, Aleasha, decides she'll have more fun with her new "family" if she becomes human, too. So begins a laugh-out-loud adventure told from Aleasha's point of view, about her transformation from puppy to girl.
Logan's Run: aftermath #2
Author(s): Paul Salamoff
Artist(s) Daniel Gete
Cover Artist(s): 1 covers: Daniel Gete
They made a deal. A trade. Jessica and Jaq were the bargaining chips. But they messed with the wrong man: Logan-6…Destroyer of the Thinker. The ex-DS Operative once again dons the onyx suit and skull helmet that made him legend. But this time he serves no law, just his own justice and mercy on any soul that stands in his way.
10th Muse: Cover Lost Issues
Writer: Darren G. Davis
Pencils: Roger Cruz
Cover Artist(s): Roger Cruz
In this lost issue of the 10th Muse by X-Men artist ROGER CRUZ. Featuring the story that inspired the “Insane Jane” comic series. A crazy new hero is on the loose and it is up to the 10th Muse to figure out the connection she has with her before someone gets hurt.
Rock & Roll Comics: Led Zepplin: GRAPHIC NOVEL
Writer: Spike Steffenhagen, Jay Allen Sanford
Pencils Scott Pentzer, David Neer, Marshall Ross, Francois Escalmel, Blackwell
Cover Artist(s): cover: Steve Bryant
The Led Zeppelin saga is one of the wildest in rock history, and this graphic novel pulls no punches in dramatizing the backstage, behind-the-scenes story. From their early days as the New Yardbirds on through their rise to superstardom (and controversy), all five issues of the original Rock 'N' Roll Comics series are collected in one rockin' volume, with art by Scott Pentzer (Razor), Marshall Ross (Deepest Dimension), David Neer (Sports Superstars), Francois Escalmel (Frank Zappa: Viva La Bizarre), and others. The collection also includes update material, bringing the saga up to 2010.
Insane Jane: Avenging Star #1
Writer: Darren G. Davis & Zach Hunchar
Pencils: GMB
Cover Artist(s): 2 covers: GMB
Comic's most crazed champion is back! Trapped in a "Hospital for the Mentally Unhinged" our loony lion-heart must fight for her freedom and survival. With the help of her trusty new side-kick, the forces of evil are on the run. Or, maybe she's just imagining this. Either way, Jane's back and she's crazier than ever! Look for this exciting sequel to hit stands this August.
Female Force: Carla Bruni
Writer: David McIntee
Pencils: Heath Foley
Cover Artist(s): cover: Juanmar Studios
The best known woman in France, Carla Bruni-Sarkozy is an Italian heiress who is one of the most famous and self-assured women in Europe. Having been one of the most famous supermodels of the 1990s, she has been driven by determination and by the music in her blood to become successful in many walks of life. Learn how the heiress and artist has risen to become the best known First Lady of France since Josephine.
FAME: Kristen Stewart & Robert Pattinson FLIP Graphic novel
Writer: Kimberly Sherman
Pencils: Warren Martineck & Nathaniel Ooten
Cover Artist(s): 1 covers: JuanMar Studios
You have seen Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart together on screen but now you can get both of their biographies in this special edition of the sold out FAME series. This issue will feature bonus material not seen before!
Female Force: Best Sellers: GRAPHIC NOVEL
Writer: Various
Pencils: Various
Cover Artist(s): cover: Azim
See the collected life stories of JK Rowling, Stephenie Meyer, Anne Rice & Tony Morrison in this broad examination of strong women that have made a difference in today literature. The "Female Force" series was recently featured on "Live with Regis and Kelly", CNN, MSNBC and Fox News, and in People magazine, Chicago Tribune, USA Today and thousands of other media outlets.
Tony & Cleo #2
Writer: Kenton Daniel & Ken Cottingham
Pencils: DaFu Yu
Cover Artist(s): 2 covers: Dafu and Luke Roman
Through the foam of time, the Ides of March make their intentions known and reach out to guide the hand of their murderous instrument. A heartless killer reveals his own motives as well as a few lingering doubts, while, from the shadows, a loving mother offers encouragement and lays down the final challenge to claim Cleo's head. Meanwhile, Tony and Cleo arrive in Alexandria, Egypt to procure an ancient conduit of good for the coming battle against an ancient evil.
Steve Harvey Presents: The Adventures of Roopster Roux: GRAPHIC NOVEL
Writer: Ryan Burton
Pencils: Erik Thompson
Cover Artist(s): cover: Erik Thompson
Finals are tough, but they're even tougher when your best friend and sister have been mind controlled by the most sinister villain in the city! And that's exactly the situation Roopster Roux finds himself in his latest escapade. He'll have to use all of his wits, book smarts, and his trusty Roux Ripper to overcome his greatest and most dangerous adventure yet.
Friday, July 23, 2010
Image Comics 2010 San Diego Comic-Con Yearbook Now Available - at Con
SIGN MY YEARBOOK!
Image Comics to offer exclusive pin up book at Comic-Con 2010
If there's one book that tops your Comic-Con 2010 exclusives list, the IMAGE COMICS 2010 SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON YEARBOOK should be it! Featuring 48 all new pinups from Image's most gifted artists, the YEARBOOK will be available for $30 only at Image Comics booth #2729 and only during Comic-Con 2010.
The gorgeous hardcover YEARBOOK features painted covers by CHARLIE ADLARD (The Walking Dead) and MORITAT (Elephantmen). On the inside, you'll find brilliant illustrations from MIKE ALLRED (Madman), NELSON BLAKE II (Magdalena), MARIAN CHURCHLAND (Beast), TOMMY LEE EDWARDS (Turf), JASON HOWARD (The Astounding Wolf-Man), SHAKY KANE (The Bulletproof Coffin), NIC KLEIN (Viking), RILEY ROSSMO (Proof, Cowboy Ninja Viking), THE LUNA BROTHERS (The Sword), JM KEN NIIMURA (I Kill Giants), KENNETH ROCAFORT (Velocity), ERIC SHANOWER (Age of Bronze), and many more!
Don't miss your only chance to pick up the IMAGE COMICS 2010 SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON YEARBOOK, a 48-page full-color harcover art book, during Comic-Con 2010 for $30 at Image Comics booth #2729.
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has five partners: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri and Jim Valentino. It consists of five major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, Skybound and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit www.imagecomics.com.
Image Comics to offer exclusive pin up book at Comic-Con 2010
If there's one book that tops your Comic-Con 2010 exclusives list, the IMAGE COMICS 2010 SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON YEARBOOK should be it! Featuring 48 all new pinups from Image's most gifted artists, the YEARBOOK will be available for $30 only at Image Comics booth #2729 and only during Comic-Con 2010.
The gorgeous hardcover YEARBOOK features painted covers by CHARLIE ADLARD (The Walking Dead) and MORITAT (Elephantmen). On the inside, you'll find brilliant illustrations from MIKE ALLRED (Madman), NELSON BLAKE II (Magdalena), MARIAN CHURCHLAND (Beast), TOMMY LEE EDWARDS (Turf), JASON HOWARD (The Astounding Wolf-Man), SHAKY KANE (The Bulletproof Coffin), NIC KLEIN (Viking), RILEY ROSSMO (Proof, Cowboy Ninja Viking), THE LUNA BROTHERS (The Sword), JM KEN NIIMURA (I Kill Giants), KENNETH ROCAFORT (Velocity), ERIC SHANOWER (Age of Bronze), and many more!
Don't miss your only chance to pick up the IMAGE COMICS 2010 SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON YEARBOOK, a 48-page full-color harcover art book, during Comic-Con 2010 for $30 at Image Comics booth #2729.
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has five partners: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri and Jim Valentino. It consists of five major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, Skybound and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit www.imagecomics.com.
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Maniac Short-Shot with Pretty Art
I read Maniac Shorts Shot (Yaoi
I posted a review at the Comic Book Bin (which has apps for the iPhone and Palm smart phones).
I posted a review at the Comic Book Bin (which has apps for the iPhone and Palm smart phones).
Dark Horse to Unveil "Turok" Details
DARK HORSE TO UNVEIL THE FIRST LOOK AT TUROK, SON OF STONE®, AT COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL
CREATIVE TEAM BEHIND NEW GOLD KEY LINE ANNOUNCED
Building on the success of the Dark Horse Gold Key line, today the Company announced that it would provide the comic world with the very first look at the highly-anticipated Turok, Son of Stone®, comic at this week’s Comic-Con International 2010 in San Diego, CA. News of the line was first announced at Comic Con International 2009, and fans have been anxiously awaiting details ever since.
Perhaps the best-known character in the iconic Gold Key line, Turok
has been highly visible in the public eye in recent years, following its incredibly successful video game franchise, as well as the acclaimed feature length animated, Turok: Son of Stone.
Now, Turok returns to the comic book world helmed by comic book veteran, Jim Shooter, with art by Eduardo Francisco (Mass Effect: Incursion), and incredible covers by Raymond Swanland (Magnus: Robot Fighter, Aliens vs. Predator), arriving in your local comic shop this October.
"Turok was one of my favorite comics in my youth," said Mike Richardson, president of Dark Horse Comics. "We're having great fun re-imagining the series with Jim and we are building up to some great surprises for those familiar with the character as well as new readers."
"One continuum over from ours, Earth is still in its Cretaceous Period," Jim Shooter explained. "However, a drifting rift in spacetime is sweeping things from anywhen here to there. It's a dangerous place. How strong, how tough, how smart would you have to be to survive, to thrive, to become a force to be reckoned with? This is a story about about a fearless man who will find a way. I love this series."
Fans are encouraged to attend the Dark Horse publishing panel on Friday, July 23rd at 11:30am in Room 3, for exclusive news on Turok, and rest of the Gold Key titles.
About Turok®
An original comic book hero, Turok® is best known today for a successful video game franchise boasting more than five million units sold since the first game was introduced in the 1990s. The legend of the brave and ruthless dinosaur-hunter has lived on for more than thirty years in comic book series from Dell Comics, Gold Key Comics and Valiant. Anthologies of the original classic comics are now available from Dark Horse Comics.
About Dark Horse Comics
Since 1986, Dark Horse Comics has proven to be a solid example of how integrity and innovation can help broaden a unique storytelling medium and establish a small, homegrown company as an industry giant. The company is known for the progressive and creator friendly atmosphere it provides for writers and artists. In addition to publishing comics from top talent like Frank Miller, Mike Mignola, Neil Gaiman, Gerard Way, Will Eisner, and bestselling prose author, Janet Evanovich, Dark Horse has developed such successful characters as The Mask, Timecop, and SpyBoy. Additionally, their highly successful line of comics and products based on popular properties includes Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Aliens, Conan, Mass Effect, Tim Burton, Serenity and Domo. Today, Dark Horse Comics is the largest independent comic-book publisher in the United States and is recognized as both an innovator in the cause of creator rights and the comics industry's leading publisher of licensed material.
CREATIVE TEAM BEHIND NEW GOLD KEY LINE ANNOUNCED
Building on the success of the Dark Horse Gold Key line, today the Company announced that it would provide the comic world with the very first look at the highly-anticipated Turok, Son of Stone®, comic at this week’s Comic-Con International 2010 in San Diego, CA. News of the line was first announced at Comic Con International 2009, and fans have been anxiously awaiting details ever since.
Perhaps the best-known character in the iconic Gold Key line, Turok
has been highly visible in the public eye in recent years, following its incredibly successful video game franchise, as well as the acclaimed feature length animated, Turok: Son of Stone. Now, Turok returns to the comic book world helmed by comic book veteran, Jim Shooter, with art by Eduardo Francisco (Mass Effect: Incursion), and incredible covers by Raymond Swanland (Magnus: Robot Fighter, Aliens vs. Predator), arriving in your local comic shop this October.
"Turok was one of my favorite comics in my youth," said Mike Richardson, president of Dark Horse Comics. "We're having great fun re-imagining the series with Jim and we are building up to some great surprises for those familiar with the character as well as new readers."
"One continuum over from ours, Earth is still in its Cretaceous Period," Jim Shooter explained. "However, a drifting rift in spacetime is sweeping things from anywhen here to there. It's a dangerous place. How strong, how tough, how smart would you have to be to survive, to thrive, to become a force to be reckoned with? This is a story about about a fearless man who will find a way. I love this series."
Fans are encouraged to attend the Dark Horse publishing panel on Friday, July 23rd at 11:30am in Room 3, for exclusive news on Turok, and rest of the Gold Key titles.
About Turok®
An original comic book hero, Turok® is best known today for a successful video game franchise boasting more than five million units sold since the first game was introduced in the 1990s. The legend of the brave and ruthless dinosaur-hunter has lived on for more than thirty years in comic book series from Dell Comics, Gold Key Comics and Valiant. Anthologies of the original classic comics are now available from Dark Horse Comics.
About Dark Horse Comics
Since 1986, Dark Horse Comics has proven to be a solid example of how integrity and innovation can help broaden a unique storytelling medium and establish a small, homegrown company as an industry giant. The company is known for the progressive and creator friendly atmosphere it provides for writers and artists. In addition to publishing comics from top talent like Frank Miller, Mike Mignola, Neil Gaiman, Gerard Way, Will Eisner, and bestselling prose author, Janet Evanovich, Dark Horse has developed such successful characters as The Mask, Timecop, and SpyBoy. Additionally, their highly successful line of comics and products based on popular properties includes Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Aliens, Conan, Mass Effect, Tim Burton, Serenity and Domo. Today, Dark Horse Comics is the largest independent comic-book publisher in the United States and is recognized as both an innovator in the cause of creator rights and the comics industry's leading publisher of licensed material.
MySpace and MTV.com Unite for Comic-Con International
MySpace and MTV.com Partner to Broadcast Live During Comic-Con 2010
Daily Live Stream Show to Feature Interviews with the Biggest Stars on July 22 - 24
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MySpace and MTV.com partner to bring Comic-Con International 2010 coverage to their massive web audiences by providing fans immediate and interactive access to celebrities starting Thursday, July 22. Live broadcasts from the ‘MySpace & MTV Tower’ at Hard Rock Hotel San Diego will feature stars from the most highly anticipated upcoming films and television shows. Additionally, MTV.com and MySpace will feature interviews and exclusive sneak peeks of the numerous projects and celebrities making appearances during the convention.
The daily live shows will be hosted by MTV Movies Editor Josh Horowitz and will stream simultaneously on MySpace at www.myspace.com/comic-con and MTV’s homepage at www.mtv.com. Viewers will be able to take part in the action first-hand and in real-time by posting comments and questions for the chance to have their favorite celebrities answer live. Tune in at the following times to get the inside scoop on the exciting happenings during Comic-Con 2010:
Thursday, July 22, 2010 at 3:00 pm ET/12:00 pm PT
Guests include Seth Rogen from THE GREEN HORNET; the cast from RED; director Robert Rodriguez and Danny Trejo from MACHETE and many more.
Friday, July 23, 2010 at 3:00 pm ET/12:00 pm PT
Guests include Jeff Bridges, Garrett Hedlund and director Joseph Kozinski from TRON: LEGACY; Michael Cera, Anna Kendrick, Jason Schwartzman, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Ellen Wong and director Edgar Wright from SCOTT PILGRIM VS THE WORLD and many more.
Saturday, July 24, 2010 at 6:00 pm ET/3:00 pm PT
Guests include director/writer/producer Joss Whedon and surprise appearances.
*Schedule and guests are subject to change.
In addition, taped video interviews will include the cast of “GLEE,” cast of “The Vampire Diaries,” Sylvester Stallone, Jon Favreau, Cam Gigandet, Sigourney Weaver, Zachary Quinto, Stan Lee, Jason Bateman, Aaron Eckhart, David Duchovny, Guillermo del Toro, Molly Shannon, Patton Oswalt, David Fincher, Joel McHale, Milla Jovovich, Ali Larter, Joshua Jackson, Kristin Bauer and Joe Manganiello from “True Blood,” and countless others.
Throughout the duration of Comic-Con, MySpace and MTV.com will exclusively bring viewers first looks at footage debuts from SCOTT PILGRIM VS THE WORLD and BATMAN: UNDER THE HOOD on July 21, THE GOON on July 23, among more.
MySpace and MTV.com will provide fans with the most updated and comprehensive information about all things Comic-Con 2010 via blogs, videos, photos and more. The partnership allows coverage to reach an audience of hundreds of millions globally and the ability for fans to socialize content by sharing with their various networks.
About MySpace
MySpace is a technology company connecting people through personal expression, content, and culture. MySpace empowers its global community to experience the Internet through a social lens by integrating personal profiles, photos, videos, mobile, messaging, games, and the world's largest music community. MySpace is a division of News Corporation (NASDAQ: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV). For more information please visit http://www.myspace.com/pressroom.
About MTV
MTV is the dynamic, vibrant experiment at the intersection of music, creativity and youth culture. For over 28 years, MTV has evolved, challenged the norm, and detonated boundaries -- giving each new generation a creative outlet and voice that entertains, informs and unites on every platform and screen. On-air, MTV is the number one rated full-day ad-supported cable network for P12-24 and P12-34. Online, MTV.com averaged 24.5 million monthly unique visitors during the first quarter of 2010 -- up +8% from Q4/2009 and up +13% year-over-year. Average video streams for the first quarter of 2010 increased +8% from the Q4/2009 and is up +6% over the same time period last year. And MTV’s successful sibling networks MTV2 and mtvU each deliver unprecedented customized content, super-serving young males, music fans, and college students like no one else. MTV is part of MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), one of the world’s leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. Wanna know more? Come on in… www.mtvpress.com.
Daily Live Stream Show to Feature Interviews with the Biggest Stars on July 22 - 24
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MySpace and MTV.com partner to bring Comic-Con International 2010 coverage to their massive web audiences by providing fans immediate and interactive access to celebrities starting Thursday, July 22. Live broadcasts from the ‘MySpace & MTV Tower’ at Hard Rock Hotel San Diego will feature stars from the most highly anticipated upcoming films and television shows. Additionally, MTV.com and MySpace will feature interviews and exclusive sneak peeks of the numerous projects and celebrities making appearances during the convention.
The daily live shows will be hosted by MTV Movies Editor Josh Horowitz and will stream simultaneously on MySpace at www.myspace.com/comic-con and MTV’s homepage at www.mtv.com. Viewers will be able to take part in the action first-hand and in real-time by posting comments and questions for the chance to have their favorite celebrities answer live. Tune in at the following times to get the inside scoop on the exciting happenings during Comic-Con 2010:
Thursday, July 22, 2010 at 3:00 pm ET/12:00 pm PT
Guests include Seth Rogen from THE GREEN HORNET; the cast from RED; director Robert Rodriguez and Danny Trejo from MACHETE and many more.
Friday, July 23, 2010 at 3:00 pm ET/12:00 pm PT
Guests include Jeff Bridges, Garrett Hedlund and director Joseph Kozinski from TRON: LEGACY; Michael Cera, Anna Kendrick, Jason Schwartzman, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Ellen Wong and director Edgar Wright from SCOTT PILGRIM VS THE WORLD and many more.
Saturday, July 24, 2010 at 6:00 pm ET/3:00 pm PT
Guests include director/writer/producer Joss Whedon and surprise appearances.
*Schedule and guests are subject to change.
In addition, taped video interviews will include the cast of “GLEE,” cast of “The Vampire Diaries,” Sylvester Stallone, Jon Favreau, Cam Gigandet, Sigourney Weaver, Zachary Quinto, Stan Lee, Jason Bateman, Aaron Eckhart, David Duchovny, Guillermo del Toro, Molly Shannon, Patton Oswalt, David Fincher, Joel McHale, Milla Jovovich, Ali Larter, Joshua Jackson, Kristin Bauer and Joe Manganiello from “True Blood,” and countless others.
Throughout the duration of Comic-Con, MySpace and MTV.com will exclusively bring viewers first looks at footage debuts from SCOTT PILGRIM VS THE WORLD and BATMAN: UNDER THE HOOD on July 21, THE GOON on July 23, among more.
MySpace and MTV.com will provide fans with the most updated and comprehensive information about all things Comic-Con 2010 via blogs, videos, photos and more. The partnership allows coverage to reach an audience of hundreds of millions globally and the ability for fans to socialize content by sharing with their various networks.
About MySpace
MySpace is a technology company connecting people through personal expression, content, and culture. MySpace empowers its global community to experience the Internet through a social lens by integrating personal profiles, photos, videos, mobile, messaging, games, and the world's largest music community. MySpace is a division of News Corporation (NASDAQ: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV). For more information please visit http://www.myspace.com/pressroom.
About MTV
MTV is the dynamic, vibrant experiment at the intersection of music, creativity and youth culture. For over 28 years, MTV has evolved, challenged the norm, and detonated boundaries -- giving each new generation a creative outlet and voice that entertains, informs and unites on every platform and screen. On-air, MTV is the number one rated full-day ad-supported cable network for P12-24 and P12-34. Online, MTV.com averaged 24.5 million monthly unique visitors during the first quarter of 2010 -- up +8% from Q4/2009 and up +13% year-over-year. Average video streams for the first quarter of 2010 increased +8% from the Q4/2009 and is up +6% over the same time period last year. And MTV’s successful sibling networks MTV2 and mtvU each deliver unprecedented customized content, super-serving young males, music fans, and college students like no one else. MTV is part of MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), one of the world’s leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. Wanna know more? Come on in… www.mtvpress.com.
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
DarkBrain Seeks to Innovate Webcomics
DarkBrain, LLC Seeks to Change the Face of Webcomics
DarkBrain, LLC, an innovative new webcomics publisher, released today Cortex #3. The company, which is founded and run by Andrew Zar, opened its virtual doors on February 6, 2010. Producing 12 original series of comics, each has graphic novel quality art and a great story - but also includes voice-over narration, original music, and user choices and preferences that change the story itself. In addition to the monthly online magazine, DarkBrain also features four regular ongoing comic stories with new pages every Friday.
Cortex, an online magazine featuring full length comic stories, debuted in April with a free inaugural issue comprised of two full length stories and a series of short strips. In June, DarkBrain offered Cortex #2 at the cost of $4.99. July’s issue showcases two full-length stories including the pirate adventure “The Vat Vol. 2,” illustrated by Marvel and DC veteran Ernie Chan. In this issue readers learn more about the mysterious genie who appeared in Volume 1 and the history of Brainstorm’s captive, Velouria. Joining “The Vat Vol. 2,” Cortex #3 also features dramatic new art talent Renato Camilo illustrating The Butcher #1 "Reckoning." The Butcher is a brutal tale set in 230 BC and covers the expansion of Rome interests in Cisalpine Gaul. Rounding out the magazine is a short comic called Grace Comes Home #1 "Arrival" where Grace makes a dramatic return to Earth, seven years after her abduction. She is a little "different" now, and is also being hunted by a fire-spewing alien. Readers at DarkBrain can purchase Cortex #3 for $4.99 or get a magazine "six pack" that will include over 300 pages of art, voice and music for only $24.95.
DarkBrain produces edgy content designed specifically for PG-13 and R+-rated audiences, yet with a unique feature. The site utilizes a state of the art preferences system where readers control how intense they wish their viewing experience to be. DarkBrain.com was established to be a pro-artist studio, with artists both being paid for work up front in addition to receiving royalties. 50% of all sales go back to the artists. The business model is designed to break down the barrier of entry for independent comic authors and to have artists participate in growth right from the start.
SJS Comic Promotions is owned and operated by Promotions Consultant, Susan Soares. Opening its doors officially in 2009, Soares has been working in the comic book industry since 2007 as a part of Jolly Rogue Studios. The purpose of SJS Comic Promotions is to provide support and guidance to comic book creators in the areas of marketing and promotions of their properties. Currently SJS Comic Promotions represents Dandelion Studios, Fallenmage Productions, Big Bone Studios, Mustard Seed Comics, Dark Brain Comics, Jolly Rogue Studios and Three J Productions LLC. Soares is also a novice comic book writer with three short stories to be published within the next year.
For more information on DarkBrain, LLC or to become a member, visit http://darkbrain.com/.
DarkBrain, LLC, an innovative new webcomics publisher, released today Cortex #3. The company, which is founded and run by Andrew Zar, opened its virtual doors on February 6, 2010. Producing 12 original series of comics, each has graphic novel quality art and a great story - but also includes voice-over narration, original music, and user choices and preferences that change the story itself. In addition to the monthly online magazine, DarkBrain also features four regular ongoing comic stories with new pages every Friday.
Cortex, an online magazine featuring full length comic stories, debuted in April with a free inaugural issue comprised of two full length stories and a series of short strips. In June, DarkBrain offered Cortex #2 at the cost of $4.99. July’s issue showcases two full-length stories including the pirate adventure “The Vat Vol. 2,” illustrated by Marvel and DC veteran Ernie Chan. In this issue readers learn more about the mysterious genie who appeared in Volume 1 and the history of Brainstorm’s captive, Velouria. Joining “The Vat Vol. 2,” Cortex #3 also features dramatic new art talent Renato Camilo illustrating The Butcher #1 "Reckoning." The Butcher is a brutal tale set in 230 BC and covers the expansion of Rome interests in Cisalpine Gaul. Rounding out the magazine is a short comic called Grace Comes Home #1 "Arrival" where Grace makes a dramatic return to Earth, seven years after her abduction. She is a little "different" now, and is also being hunted by a fire-spewing alien. Readers at DarkBrain can purchase Cortex #3 for $4.99 or get a magazine "six pack" that will include over 300 pages of art, voice and music for only $24.95.
DarkBrain produces edgy content designed specifically for PG-13 and R+-rated audiences, yet with a unique feature. The site utilizes a state of the art preferences system where readers control how intense they wish their viewing experience to be. DarkBrain.com was established to be a pro-artist studio, with artists both being paid for work up front in addition to receiving royalties. 50% of all sales go back to the artists. The business model is designed to break down the barrier of entry for independent comic authors and to have artists participate in growth right from the start.
SJS Comic Promotions is owned and operated by Promotions Consultant, Susan Soares. Opening its doors officially in 2009, Soares has been working in the comic book industry since 2007 as a part of Jolly Rogue Studios. The purpose of SJS Comic Promotions is to provide support and guidance to comic book creators in the areas of marketing and promotions of their properties. Currently SJS Comic Promotions represents Dandelion Studios, Fallenmage Productions, Big Bone Studios, Mustard Seed Comics, Dark Brain Comics, Jolly Rogue Studios and Three J Productions LLC. Soares is also a novice comic book writer with three short stories to be published within the next year.
For more information on DarkBrain, LLC or to become a member, visit http://darkbrain.com/.
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