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IRON MAN Is Marvel’s James Bond?

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courtesy Marvel

As Iron Man 3 dominates the global box-office fans wonder if Robert Downey Jr will return as Tony Stark in Avengers 2 or a possible Iron Man 4. The acclaimed actor recently talked about his future after the latest film in GQ.

Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige compares Stark to James Bond and speculates on Downey’s future as the Armored Avenger in a Huffington Post story:

  “Well, look, I don’t think Robert will be playing this character for another 30 years, and I certainly hope the character stays in movies for the next 30 years — just like James Bond. I would say before George Lazenby and Roger Moore, Sean Connery was James Bond. It will take a while to fill any shoes, whether it’s filmmaker shoes or writer shoes or certainly actor shoes. I think Tony Stark Continue reading IRON MAN Is Marvel’s James Bond?

Top 5 Comic Book Picks for May 1, 2013

ageofultron7 wolverineAge of Ultron #7  Ultron conquered Earth. Heroes died. Captain America led a squad into the future stop the android while Wolverine went into past to stop Hank Pym from ever creating the artificial intelligence. After Logan’s shocking act in the last issue –  what are the consequences? How has the Marvel Universe been changed?

All-New X-Men #11 One of the original X-Men switched sides! Are Cyclops’s new recruits already regretting their call to join his revolution? Jean Grey pushes her powers! Is Brian Michael Bendis setting the stage for an all-new take on the Dark Phoenix?

Harbinger Wars #2 Toyo Harada, Project Rising Spirit and Bloodshot in a war for control of a group of powerful young Harbingers. The big Valiant crossover continues as all the forces execute their agendas but what if these frightening powerful kids unleash their own agenda? Can Peter and his Renegades save the kids?

The Movement #1 courtesy DC Comics
The Movement #1 courtesy DC Comics

The Movement #1 Trailblazing writer Gail Simone launches a brand new comic book with a political edge! What happens when the disenfranchised have super powers and take their fight to the One Per Cent?

Ten Grand #1 J. Michael Stracynski. Ben Templesmith. A mob enforcer’s one last kill leads to a demonic deal with angels. What would you endure for the one you love? Superhero action and supernatural chills mark the return of Joe’s Comics!

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Thanos Rising #2 Preview

Thanos Rising #2 courtesy Marvel
Thanos Rising #2 courtesy Marvel

That evil smirk! Does this Thanos Rising #2 variant cover by Ed McGuinness remind you of the chilling reveal at the end of The Avengers movie?

Thanos was revealed during the first ending of Marvel’s The Avengers that made some in the audience go “huh?” or “OH —-!!!”

“The Mad God of Titan” was the mastermind behind Loki’s alien invasion in the movie but in the comic books this super villain once wiped out half the Marvel universe.

Thanos will star in the cosmic rematch of the Summer in Infinity by Jonathan Hickman. Jason Aaron (Wolverine and the X-Men, Ghost Rider, Venom, Scalped) is revealing the twisted childhood of the powerhouse villain. Aaron talked with Marvel.com about why he’s wants exploring the origin of the death worshipping God of Titan in Thanos Rising.

“The chance to do as dark Continue reading Thanos Rising #2 Preview

INFINITY #1 Movie Poster Cover!

Infinity #1 courtesy Marvel
Infinity #1 courtesy Marvel

Infinity is the event Jonathan Hickman has been building up to since he relaunched Avengers and New Avengers. Check out this Infinity #1 variant cover by Marko Djurdjevic!

It will be the cosmic rematch of the new century as Earth’s Mightiest Heroes (and all the Marvel heroes) take on Thanos (also known as the big purple bad guy as the end of The Avengers movie.)

But if you look you’ll see new characters introduced from Hickman’s run including Ex Nihilo, the villain from Avengers #1 and the new Starbrand. How is Ex Nihilo connected to the Mad God of Titan?

Marvel is offering an Infinity preview story for its Free Comic Book Day issue out this Saturday.

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Rex Velvet Takes Over Seattle?

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courtesy Rex Velvet?

Seattle’s self-proclaimed super villain is giving back! Rex Velvet has become a YouTube sensation and gained fans around the globe. Velvet appeared in the role of a “the bad guy” in this story in which a young boy wanted to be a secret agent!

Rex Velvet is hosting a benefit concert at Fremont Mischief Distillery Saturday May 4th to benefit “Make-A-Wish” “MDA” and “Freedom Isn’t Free Foundation.” All ticket proceeds are going to be donated to these three preferred charities.

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courtesy Rex Velvet?

Here’s the invitation in Rex’s Continue reading Rex Velvet Takes Over Seattle?

Francesco Francavilla on HAWKEYE

Hawkeye #10 courtesy Marvel
Hawkeye #10 courtesy Marvel

The Avenging Archer becomes the target of an unusual assassin!

Eisner-Award Winning Artist Francesco Francavilla (The Black Beetle, Black Panther – The Man Without Fear) joins writer Matt Fraction with Hawkeye #10 this week.

If you’re not reading this book (you should!) this book is about the Hawkeye when he’s not an Avenger. Even in his off-duty hours trouble finds Clint Barton. This issue kicks off a new storyline.

  “On HAWKEYE we’ve been blessed with not only one of the biggest writers in comics with Matt Fraction, but also some of the best artists like David Aja, Javier Pulido and now Francesco Francavilla,” said Stephen Wacker, Senior Editor, on Marvel.com. “Though he’s only on the series for issues #10 and #12, Francesco is going to leave his mark on Clint with some of the most beautiful art you’ll see all year!”

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