Tag: New
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Marvel Comics News Oct 5 – 10 2015
Marvel has had another busy week, probably from their participation with NYCC, but also because the All New, All Different Marvel has begun with a few series launch this week. Before getting to some thoughts on a couple of those comics, this digest of news has snippets about Black Widow, Vision (both that I’m excited…
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New Reports on Disney’s ‘Enchanted’ Sequel & Film Title
“I’ve been dreaming of a true love’s kiss…” We all know the words to that ever so catchy song from Disney’s 2007 Enchanted. A film that brought to life both animation and live action as well as a quest to find true love in the real world, is to have a sequel. Collider reports that…
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Marvel Comics News September 14 – 20 2015
There is a lot of previews for upcoming series, and I am excited about all of them! Chewbacca is set to premier soon, and looks to be a great solo outing for the beloved Star Wars character. A few Avengers announcements and previews are here, which show off who’s on which team. Extraordinary X-Men has…
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Marvel Comics News August 16 – August 22 2015
Marvel Comics has slowed down a little with news, probably to keep Secret Wars and the revamped Marvel universe under wraps until all is said and done. The news this week, though, brings cosplay variant covers to the forefront, and a look at the upcoming Inhumans series. Also in Marvel news is Max Ride and…
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Marvel Comics News August 2 – August 8 2015
I am excited to bring a couple of Marvel news that I have been waiting to hear about! The first is a sequel to the highly successful Figment comic. Continuing the adventures of Dreamfinder and Figment, this will certainly be another hit! Next is a small comic series of Journey to Star Wars: The Force…
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Star Wars News From Comic Con 2015
Keep checking this post for updated info coming out of the San Diego Comic Con! UPDATE Star Wars: Force Awakens Panel This part is going to feel stream of consciousness as I cover a live panel as info comes. Some new information spinning out of SDCC are all about characters. A glimpse of Bobbajo was…
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Marvel, SDCC, and Other Comics News July 6 – July 8, 2015
It’s a special edition of comics news for you, just in time for the San Diego Comic Con. In addition to what Marvel has in store for there, below are two reviews of recent comics that are quite a paradigm shift in comics as we know them. Marvel Unveils Action-Packed Line-Up Of Exclusive Collectibles At…
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Peter Pan Takes Flight Again At Disneyland
Peter Pan’s Flight is one of the opening day attractions for Disneyland. That means it’s about 60 years old. This week it has reopened after a lengthy refurbishment with some touch ups and new effects. The first thing noticed, for me, was carpet. Yes, carpet. On the loading floor is some nice carpet. I don’t…
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Starbucks Now Open
The last of the Walt Disney World Starbucks has opened today. Creature Comforts, a former shop, has now reopened as a Starbucks. Inside is a very nice Africa inspired theme with camouflage paint scheme and several pottery and other decorations on the wall. The most interesting thing to note about the new eatery is the…
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Marvel Comics News May 18 – May 23 2015
This week in Marvel Comics news, it seems that all the Secret Wars saga is starting to come to a close. In its place will be an All-New Marvel, as the teaser image below shows. The news of the Secret Wars comics takes up the whole week, and it is really shaping the new universe.…
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Review of Disneyland Music From Walt Disney Records Legacy Collection
If there is anything I would claim to collect from Disney parks it is music. Over the years I have accumulated a lot of albums from Disneyland, Walt Disney World, even the parks overseas. When Disney announced that a new album would be released for Disneyland’s 60th anniversary, I was ready to grab it. When…
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How to Survive Disneyland Resort’s 24-Hour Event
For those that are brave enough to partake in a full 24-hour day at the Disneyland Resort, best of luck! Not only will your day be great but it will be one for the books. Having attended two 24-hour day events at the Disneyland Resort, I know that there will be both good and bad…
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Tomorrowland New Trailer – What's In It?
During the Super Bowl, Disney premiered a new trailer for the upcoming Tomorrowland movie, directed by Brad Bird. It starts with the main character, Casey, looking up at a model of a space shuttle. Throughout it, George Clooney’s character, Frank Walker, narrates with some lines we’ve previously heard. And there’s some new ones. To me,…
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A Haunted Mansion Mystery – Hatbox Ghost Materializing?
The Disney Parks Blog has posted a cryptic message about recent developments inside the Haunted Mansion. They acknowledge that there’s something strange right after leaving the attic scene in the attraction. The challenge they gave was to guess the specter that is coming in the comments section of the post. Overwhelmingly, the response was the…
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Knott's Voyage to the Iron Reef Opening Date Announced
Knott’s Berry Farm has announced its new attraction for 2015: Voyage to the Iron Reef! They have also disclosed the information that May 15 will be opening day for the Boardwalk interactive ride. I’m excited about the new attraction that will be in the former Kingdom of the Dinosaurs building. Knott’s is continuing to bring…
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Marvel Teases All New, Different Avengers
Marvel is teasing an all new, all different Avengers. They will probably arrive after the Secret Wars is here and gone. Who will be in the roster? It’s yet to be seen. Is it really so different from before? That’s hard to tell too. There has been drastic changes to characters recently following the Axis…
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Walt Disney Discusses 'Carousel of Progress' Attraction Back in 1964
This week, the Walt Disney World Resort celebrates 40 years of Carousel of Progress attraction. Originally debuting at the Disneyland Resort in 1967, this attraction made its way to the Magic Kingdom in 1975. This morning, Disney Parks Blog shared a video of Walt Disney himself discussing the plans of the beloved attraction. Concepts of this…
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New Uncanny Avengers From Marvel
Earth’s Mightiest Reforged – Your First Look at UNCANNY AVENGERS #1! This January, a new Unity Squad will be formed for a new age. New team. New mission. New threats. Today, Marvel is pleased to present your first look at UNCANNY AVENGERS #1, the explosive new ongoing series from blockbuster creators Rick Remender and Daniel…
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Frozen Fun Comes to Disneyland Resort – UPDATED
This weekend saw the premier of Frozen Fun (or as the resort was putting it: a Sneak Peek). Both theme parks got in the mix by having certain attractions open for guests. In Disneyland, Arendelle became part of Storybook Land Canal Boats, making it the newest addition since Aladdin and Little Mermaid entered the Fantasyland…
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New Year's Eve at Knott's
Having been to Knott’s on New Year’s Eve day, it is a lot of fun to go to. It’s not as crowded as one would think, and there are plenty of entertainment venues to enjoy. I highly recommend it as a great place to enjoy the holiday. KNOTT’S INVITES THE FAMILY TO PARTY ON NEW…
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New Great Movie Ride Coming From Disney/TCM Partnership
A refresh for an opening day Disney’s Hollywood Studios attraction was announced. The Great Movie Ride has been entertaining guests since the 1989 opening of the park. This attraction has featured great moments from movie history. The attraction was the biggest partnership between Disney and MGM Studios, who was originally brought in to help anchor…
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Marvel's Secret Wars Cover
Presenting the First Epic SECRET WARS #1 Cover! You’ve seen Alex Ross’ spectacular promo image. You’ve seen the teasers. You’ve learned the first secrets of Battleworld, the strange, patchwork realm playing host to countless separate realities. Now, Marvel is pleased to present the first cover to next year’s game-changing SECRET WARS #1! From the…