Category: Marvel
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Martin Freeman Joins ‘Captain America: Civil War’ Cast
On Tuesday, Marvel released the latest casting role for “Captain America: Civil War.” In this third installment of the film series, actor Martin Freeman has now joined the cast. Some may know Martin as Bilbo Baggins from “The Hobbit” or as John Watson from the Sherlock series. “Captain America: Civil War” Producer Kevin Feige said, “We…
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Secret Wars and Miracle Man – Marvel Comics News April 27-May1 2015
This week in Marvel news mostly contained more on Secret Wars – the huge event that will reset the Marvel Comics universe, including a look at the all Marvel women A-Force, and Inhumans: Attilan Rising. S.H.I.E.L.D. will have a celebration of its 50th year in comics. Finally, a look at the Neil Gaiman Miracle Man…
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Guide to Avengers: Age of Ultron – Easter Eggs and Comics Comparison
Avengers: Age of Ultron is a movie jam packed with a lot of characters and a lot of little references and easter eggs. Here’s a guide to what you can find in the movie, and even how some things correspond to the comics. BUT, KEEP IN MIND THAT THIS WILL SPOIL SOME THINGS OF THE…
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Avengers: Age of Ultron – Review by Mr. DAPs
One of the most anticipated movies of the year has to be Avengers: Age of Ultron, and it is in theaters now. In it, Captain America (Chris Evans), Iron Man ( Robert Downey Jr.), Thor ( Chris Hemsworth) the Hulk (Mark Ruffalo), Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson), and Hawkeye (Jeremy Renner) return to save the world. This…
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Dirty Half Dozen – Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD S2E19: Review
Well, this is it! The last episode before another shockwave tears throughout the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Then one more episode before the “two hour finale”. Which means two weeks until a major cliffhanger that will drive you crazy for a week. But for now, let’s focus on the present. Dirty Half Dozen – Review We open…
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Jurassic World Avengers – Geeks Corner – Episode 430
Welcome to this week’s Geeks Corner! It’s the week of Spider-Goat!? Apparently, according to Johnny 5. This is the week of Avengers: Age of Ultron so there is a lot to talk about in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Disneyland also announced its lineup of events for the May 22nd it’s 60th Diamond Anniversary Celebration. The…
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Sesame Street: The Aveggies: Age of Bon Bon (Avengers Parody)
Sesame Street has parodied the Avengers in a new short film on youtube called Aveggies: Age of Bon Bon. In it, the Cookie Monster learns a lesson about focus. I hope you enjoy. A super villain was prepared to destroy all the healthy foods in the world, until one hero, actually, several heroes stuck together…
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Warzones, C2E2, and Ant Man – Marvel Comics News April 20-24, 2015
This week in Marvel Comics had announcements many of which includes more on Secret Wars and a look at the first issue of Battleworlds. A maybe bigger announcement was with Ant Man, where the annual will have both Scott Lang and Hank Pym in it. Below are the press releases with the information. Finally, there…
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Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. – S.H.I.E.L.D. Connects to Avengers: Age of Ultron
This coming week’s episode of Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. connects with Avengers: Age of Ultron. This could come as no surprise because of course, it’s all connected. This week’s episode will also offer a preview of Avengers: Age of Ultron as well. https://youtu.be/pvCbbaYifbc Just when we thought we had changed focus from Hydra, it’s back……
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Frenemy of my Enemy – Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD S2E18: Review
Alrighty, Agents. We’re getting closer and closer to both Avengers: Age of Ultron AND the final episodes of this show. Frenemy of my Enemy – Recap I am so glad that we got to see Fitz shaking a tail, instead of picking up at some point after he had already been rescued. Also, Agent Fitz in the…
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Melinda – Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD S2E17: Review
Alrighty, agents, this was a big one. So big that the “previously on SHIELD” showed clips from the first few episodes. We finally get answers we’ve been wanting since literally the first show. Specifically, why May is called “The Cavalry”. And, again, since half this episode takes place in the past, flashbacks get italics for…
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New Marvel’s Avengers Themed RIDEZ Coming to RIDEMAKERZ!
Marvel and RC car fans will be delighted to learn that RIDEMAKERZ is expanding its live of marvel RIDEZ. Beginning on April 24th, R/C builders/drivers will be able to assemble their own Avengers Corvette or Hulk Blitz. Each of these vehicles may be purchased and assembled for $35. They are the newest Marvel additions to a…
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Marvel’s The Avengers: Age of Ultron World Premiere Red Carpet Photos
Monday night, Hollywood Blvd., was all a glow as stars from Marvel’s The Avengers: Age of Ultron arrived for the world premiere. The cast alongside many other A-listers arrived in style as they walked down the red carpet. For those that were bummed to not physically be there in attendance (like me) to see the fashion…
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New Trailer Released for Marvel’s Ant-Man
This morning a brand new trailer was released for Marvel’s Ant-Man. The movie stars Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly, and Michael Douglas. Watch the first trailer here: The next evolution of the Marvel Cinematic Universe brings a founding member of The Avengers to the big screen for the first time with Marvel Studios’ “Ant-Man.” Armed with the…
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Daredevil on Netflix – First Impressions
Marvel Studios is expanding the cinematic universe, and especially with its second television outing. Daredevil premiered today on Netflix. First, the great thing about it being on Netflix is that the full season is available all at once. No need to wait a week between. The second thing great about this series is that it…
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Afterlife – Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD S2E16: Review
Alrighty, Agents. This was a HUGE episode, with far-reaching connections. Remember #ItsAllConnected? In spades, I tell you. Spades. So if you’ve ever missed an episode of SHIELD, go back and catch up, and then it might be safe for you to continue reading this. Also, there’s a crackpot prediction at the end. I’ll warn you…
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Avengers Half Marathon Registration is Open!
Avengers Assemble! Today marked the open registration call for the runDisney Avengers Super Hero Half Marathon Weekend! Active.com opened up for participants at 9am PST to try to grab a spot before the individual races sold out. As of the time of this posting here are the stats…
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One Door Closes – Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD S2E15: Review
Okay, Agents. So half this episode takes place in a flashback to the day SHIELD fell at the end of Captain America: The Winter Soldier. In the spirit of clarity and stylishness, I’m going to put the flashbacks in italics so we all can keep track of which story we’re talking about. Good? Good. One Door…
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Star Wars: Kanan – The Last Padawan #1 Review
Marvel Comics has expanded the Star Wars Universe with their recent offerings of comics. One that is one of the best additions (to me) is Star Wars: Kanan which had the first issue released this week. The comic will unveil the history of Kanan, who is one of the star characters of Star Wars: Rebels…
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Meet Quicksilver & the Scarlet Witch – Marvel's Avengers: Age of Ultron – Featurette 1
Marvel has released its first featurette for Avengers: Age of Ultron. This video introduces Quicksilver and the Scarlet Witch with some commentary by Elizabeth Olsen and Aaron Taylor-Johnson where they share about their characters. There are also some interesting plot details revealed in this quick video. Meet Quicksilver & the Scarlet Witch – Marvel’s Avengers: Age…
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Marvel and Five Four Create New Line of Menswear
Do you like wearing symbols or designs that represent your favorite Marvel Universe character? Five Four and Marvel Entertainment have announced a new men’s apparel line coming this April. This line of clothing will bring together “Super Hero characters and storytelling with fashion-forward innovation.” The line will consist of outerwear, dress shirts, graphic tees and accessories,…
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Love in the Time of Hydra: Marvel's Agents of SHIELD S2E14 – Review
Love in the Time of Hydra: Recap We begin with our old friends Ward and Agent 33 enjoying a nice breakfast together at some diner. When another patron gets up to leave, the two rogue agents hold up the place and take the man captive because he is going to fix Agent 33’s face. He…
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Hawkeye Steps Up In Avengers: Age of Ultron
In a set visit by Extra, some small details were released about Avengers: Age of Ultron. When the Avengers return on May 1, they will be facing perhaps their greatest foe yet… one that was created by one of their very own. One of the heroes who will be fighting for Earth’s freedom will be…