Here in the Midwest spring likes to tease. Earlier
this week it was 70 degrees (Fahrenheit) but on Saturday, day one of Fantasticon, the thermometer didn’t raise above 28 (F). The cold temperatures didn’t stop the crowds from showing up at Seagate Center in downtown Toledo. The return of Fantasticon to the Glass City means a return of pop culture, comic books and of course, cosplayers. Continue reading
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E.V.A.: Alicia Silverstone Coming to Motor City Comic Con – May 13-15, 2022
Motor City Comic Con, Michigan’s longest
and largest comic and pop-culture event, is pleased to announce actress Alicia Silverstone will attend this year’s convention which is running May 13-15th at the Suburban Collection Showplace. Alicia Silverstone will be appearing for two days, Saturday, May 14th and Sunday, May 15th and available for autographs ($60) and professional photo ops by Pose Photos ($65). Silverstone adds to the recently announced guests including William Shatner, Christopher Eccleston, Brenton Thwaites, Carey Jones, Alan Ritchson, The Christopher Reeve Legacy Reunion including Aaron Smolinski, Marc McClure, Sarah Douglas, Jack O’Halloran, Mark Pillow, Mariel Hemingway along with writers from Superman ’78 DC Comic Series, Robert Venditti, Wilfredo Torres, and comic guests including David Walker, Amanda Conner and Jimmy Palmiotti, at the 2022 Motor City Comic Con. To purchase tickets and for more information, please visit www.MotorCityComicCon.com
Soundwaves: The Batman Soundtrack Composed by Michael Giacchino is Available Now
Watertower Music is delighted to announce
today’s release of the soundtrack to director Matt Reeves’ hotly anticipated “The Batman,” which stars Robert Pattinson in the dual role of Gotham City’s vigilante detective and his alter ego, reclusive billionaire Bruce Wayne. The film is set to open in theaters in North America March 4, 2022 and internationally beginning 2 March 2022.
Equipment: Spin Master Renews WB Licensing Agreement to Create More DC-Inspired Toys
Spin Master Corp., a leading global
children’s entertainment company, announced today that it has renewed its global licensing agreement with Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) and DC for the iconic Batman franchise and other DC Super Heroes. Spin Master first joined forces with WBCP in 2018 as the toy licensee for DC in the action figure, playset, roleplay and vehicle categories for the period of 2019-2022 and has now extended the relationship for a four-year term beginning in 2023 through to 2026.
Vids: Singin’ in the Rain arrives on 4K Ultra HD 4/26 from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment
To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the
1952 acclaimed and beloved film, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment announced today that Singin’ In The Rain will be released on Ultra HD Blu-ray Combo Pack and Digital on April 26.
Singin’ In The Rain is widely considered to be one of the greatest musical films in cinematic history. The musical romantic comedy was directed by choreographed by Gene Kelly (On the Town) and Stanley Donen (On the Town) and stars Kelly, Donald O’Connor, Debbie Reynolds, Jean Hagen, Millard Mitchel and Cyd Charisse.
Vids: Spider-Man: No Way Home Swings to Home Video this April!
For the first time in the cinematic history of
Spider-Man, our friendly neighborhood hero’s identity is revealed, bringing his Superhero responsibilities into conflict with his normal life and putting those he cares about most at risk. When he enlists Doctor Strange’s help to restore his secret, the spell tears a hole in their world, releasing the most powerful villains who’ve ever fought a Spider-Man in any universe. Now, Peter will have to overcome his greatest challenge yet, which will not only forever alter his own future but the future of the Multiverse.
Equipment: Coming from Volante Design the Friendly Neighborhood Jacket
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.
Vids: Warner Bros. Animation Announces DC Showcase: Constantine-The House of Mystery Animated Compilation
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.


