Tag: Wonder Woman

DC COMICS BOMBSHELLS New Series

DC Comics Bombshells courtesy DC Entertainment
DC Comics Bombshells courtesy DC Entertainment

DC Comics Bombshells explodes this summer a new comic series, variants and more. The retro style depictions of classic female heroes and villains will star in a new book by Marguerite Bennett.

Here’s the official announcement:

“DC Entertainment’s fan-favorite Bombshells designs take center stage in August with an all-new comic book series, the return of the popular variant cover theme, new statues from DC Collectibles, as well as new product offerings from Warner Bros. Consumer Products and DC Universe Online. The DC Comics Bombshells designs pay tribute to World War II vintage and historical depictions of classic characters. The Bombshells have become a sensation, and now fans can enjoy these wartime characters in new ways. Continue reading DC COMICS BOMBSHELLS New Series

DC SUPER HERO GIRLS

DC Super Hero Girls courtesy DC Comics
DC Super Hero Girls courtesy DC Comics

Sometimes young girls can be mischievous like Harley Quinn or noble like Supergirl but we hope they grow up to become a Wonder Woman.

A whole heroic universe is coming…just for girls with some familiar characters as you’ve never seen them before.

DC Comics is the home of Wonder Woman, Batgirl, Supergirl and more famous female heroes and bad girls. The publisher is teaming up with Warner Brothers and Mattel Toys to create a new universe of storytelling to inspire and empower young girls.

DC Super Hero Girls will feature iconic superheroes and villains including the classic trio above along with Poison Ivy, Bumble Bee, Katana and more in their early years just before discovering their super powered potential. Continue reading DC SUPER HERO GIRLS

New Director for WONDER WOMAN

Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman courtesy Warner Entertainment
Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman courtesy Warner Entertainment

Warner Brothers recruits a new director for Wonder Woman.

Patty Jenkins (Monster, The Killing) has signed a deal to helm the solo female superhero film according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Jenkins was at one point up to direct Thor 2 for DC rival Marvel Studios. Today’s announcement comes after the studio and Michelle MacLaren (Breaking Bad, Game of Thrones) announced creative differences and she exited the project. Continue reading New Director for WONDER WOMAN

WONDER WOMAN Looks for New Director

Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman courtesy Warner Entertainment
Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman courtesy Warner Entertainment

Warner Brothers is now looking for a new director for the Wonder Woman solo film. Michele MacLaren has left the project citing creative differences according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The Game of Thrones, Breaking Bad veteran producer/show runner was announced as director of the Warner Brothers film back in November.

Gal Gadot will reprise her role in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice as the Amazon warrior. Gadot is scheduled to appear in the two-part Justice League films.

No word on how this will affect the Wonder Woman film’s scheduled 2017 release. Continue reading WONDER WOMAN Looks for New Director

WONDER WOMAN’S NEW COSTUME

Wonder Woman #41 courtesy DC Comics, a Hitfix first
Wonder Woman #41 courtesy DC Comics, a Hitfix first

A bold new direction and costume for the Queen of the Amazons in Wonder Woman #41 this June.

Wonder Woman’s uniform has changed over the decades including leather jackets and switched from gold to silver tiaras.

Take a look:

Less skin.

More weapons.

It appears Diana is sporting a bodysuit under her armor and her bullet deflecting wristbands have been upgraded to include blades. Are they retractable? Continue reading WONDER WOMAN’S NEW COSTUME

WONDER WOMAN’S 2015 ULTIMATE CHALLENGE

Wonder Woman #40 courtesy DC Comics
Wonder Woman #40 courtesy DC Comics

Wonder Woman was one of our Women of 2014 in part because of the huge announcements (new creative team, solo movie plans, new comic series.)

Meredith and David Finch’s game-changing first arc continues in 2015 as Diana’s status is challenged.

Will Wonder Woman be dethroned?

Is that the only status change for the DC icon?

Here’s a preview of March’s penultimate chapter of the first story and Diana’s first New 52 Annual  by the new creative team: Continue reading WONDER WOMAN’S 2015 ULTIMATE CHALLENGE

MYSTERY MAN Saves SUPERMAN & WONDER WOMAN

Superman/Wonder Woman #13 courtesy DC Comics
Superman/Wonder Woman #13 courtesy DC Comics

A dangerous “date night” for superheroes with a surprise ending.

Peter J. Tomasi (Batman and Robin) and artist Doug Mahnke took over Superman/Wonder Woman this week.

A romantic night out for Clark and Diana is interrupted when sparks fly – an unnatural storm sparks.

It’s a battle between Superman and Wonder Woman vs. Atomic Skull and Major Disaster. The bad guys have the Man of Steel and Amazon Warrior captured when… Continue reading MYSTERY MAN Saves SUPERMAN & WONDER WOMAN

Top Comics Picks for November 19, 2014

Black Widow #12 courtesy Marvel
Black Widow #12 courtesy Marvel

It’s an all-female inspired top five this week.

 

Black Widow #12

Is Natasha’s past as an assassin about to be exposed to the world? CNN’s Anderson Cooper investigates the Avenger’s past and questions her allegiance. What will the team do when they learn about her secret missions?

 

Lazarus Book One

Forever Carlyle was bred to be her family’s lethal enforcer but she have to remain their living weapon? Set in a future world of elite families at war while millions suffer – Forever is a compelling anti-hero you want to win. Continue reading Top Comics Picks for November 19, 2014