Equipment: Coming from Volante Design the Friendly Neighborhood Jacket

Posted on 2022/02/25 by James

Have you noticed that when superheroes save the day, they manage to do it while looking stylish?  Well, not everyone can be a superhero, but you can dress like one even if you can’t walk up walls. If you want to look the part, we just came across some info from one of my favorite companies.

Volante Design is about to introduce the Friendly Neighborhood Jacket! I am excited to be one the first to share the news about this much-anticipated release from the independent fashion label that created the viral Eagle jacket.

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Vids: Warner Bros. Animation Announces DC Showcase: Constantine-The House of Mystery Animated Compilation

Posted on 2022/02/23 by James

Warner Bros. Animation continues to glean beloved characters from DC’s robust library for the popular DC Showcase line of animated shorts, this time opting to elevateWar Constantine, Kamandi, The Losers, and Blue Beetle in the 2021-2022 compilation release, DC Showcase: Constantine – The House of Mystery. The R-rated shorts collection will be available from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on Blu-ray (USA $24.99 SRP; Canada $29.99 SRP) and in 4K on Digital starting May 3, 2022.

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Vids: The 355 Starring Jessica Chastain and Penélope Cruz Review

Posted on 2022/02/22 by James

I have always been a big fan of the spy genre. James Bond and Napoleon Solo were my role models; the fast cars, the great clothes and of course, the gadgets. Times changed and spy movies became more “realistic”, cutting back on the fantasy high tech gadgetry.  As much as I liked the laser in the watch and exploding fountain pens, I do find myself wanting to watch something a bit more grounded in reality. I think that is why I enjoyed the 355 so much.

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Equipment: First Look at the Star Trek: Prodigy Action Figures from Playmates Toys

Posted on 2022/02/20 by James

Currently airing on Paramount +, Star Trek: Prodigy follows a motley crew of young aliens who must figure out how to work together while navigating a greater galaxy, in search for a better future. These six young outcasts know nothing about the ship they have commandeered – a first in the history of the Star Trek franchise – but over the course of their adventures together, they will each be introduced to Starfleet and the ideals it represents. Produced by Nickelodeon Animation Studio and CBS Studios, Star Trek: Prodigy is currently available to stream exclusively on Paramount+ and will debut on Nickelodeon in the U.S. later this year.

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E.V.A. : The Christopher Reeve Legacy Reunion coming to Motor City Comic Con

Posted on 2022/02/20 by James

Motor City Comic Con, Michigan’s longest and largest comic and pop-culture event, is pleased to announce for The Christopher Reeve Legacy Reunion, Presented by The Caped Wonder Superman Podcast, will take place at this year’s convention which is running May 13-15th at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI. A reunion this large, is the first of its kind, and will feature stars from all 4 Superman films along with writer and artist from the Superman ’78 DC Comic Series.  In addition, an exclusive limited edition variant cover of Superman ’78 will be available only at the Motor City Comic Con, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation. The Christopher Legacy Reunion adds to the recently announced guests including William Shatner, Christopher Eccleston, Brenton Thwaites, and Alan Ritchson at the 2022 Motor City Comic Con. To purchase tickets and for more information, please visit www.MotorCityComicCon.com

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Equipment: Diamond Select Toys Fall Preview: Marvel, Star Wars, Uncharted, and More!

Posted on 2022/02/19 by James

You may be dreaming of spring, but we’re dreaming of the fall! That’s when our new batch of pre-orders will ship to customers, and what a batch it is! A variety of Marvel and Star Wars items are in the offering, as well as items from Uncharted, Power Rangers and Nightmare Before Christmas! Plus, we return to the Pacific Rim! It’s the best of all worlds! Read on for details, then pre-order at diamondselecttoys.com and gentlegiantltd.com!

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E.V.A. : Emagine Entertainment Showing Captioned Films for those with Hearing Impairments

Posted on 2022/02/18 by James

Emagine Entertainment has announced exclusive, open caption screenings for individuals with hearing impairments showing on Sunday and Wednesday afternoons. I have never heard of captioned films being shown in a theater and think it is a great idea. I am also impressed that the movies they are captioning are current releases.

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Equipment: QMx Launches New Star Trek Qraftworks Line…3-D Puzzles of Star Trek Ships!

Posted on 2022/02/17 by James

Quantum Mechanix (QMx) today announced Qraftworks, which offers fans a new way to build and collect their favorite vehicles and props for less than they ever thought possible. The first Qraftworks 3D papercraft model kits available for purchase are eight iconic starships from the legendary science fiction series “Star Trek.” Continue reading →

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Vids: The 355 is Coming to Home Video on 2/22/22 from Universal Home Entertainment

Posted on 2022/02/16 by James

When a top-secret weapon falls into mercenary hands, wild-card CIA agent Mason “Mace” Brown (Jessica Chastain) joins forces with rival German agent Marie (Diane Kruger), former MI6 ally and cutting-edge computer specialist Khadijah (Lupita Nyong’o), and skilled Colombian psychologist Graciela (Penélope Cruz) on a lethal mission to retrieve it. The unlikely team must also stay one step ahead of a mysterious woman, Lin Mi Sheng (Bingbing Fan), who is tracking their every move as the action rockets across the globe. Continue reading →

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Equipment: In Stores This Week from Diamond Select Toys and Gentle Giant Ltd. The Crow, Princess Leia and Boba Fett!

Posted on 2022/02/16 by James

A ghost, a princess and a gangster walk into a comic shop… it’s no joke, it’s happening right now! Three new items from Diamond Select Toys and Gentle Giant Ltd. arrive Wednesday at your local comic book store, and you won’t want to miss any of them! The Crow comes to life as a PVC diorama, Princess Leia is captured as a Milestones statue, and Boba Fett intimidates as his own 1/6 scale statue! It’s the best of all worlds! Read on for details, then find a store at comicshoplocator.com!

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