A Holiday Special

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Dear Readers, for every year, we always do something special here in Brunei, but this year we decided to go for a short break just simply because we need one, it's been awhile since we all got one with what has happened this year through our rocky roller coaster, but hey doesnt mean we all stop having fun, so i am writing 1 hour before i depart for my KK, Malaysia trip for the new years, My self and GL will going on a hunting spree for action figures there. We haven't done that in quite awhile. We'll have an indepth report about it once we're back. Be sure to look out for that.

Not all bad things happened this year tho, i would like to take this opportunity to wish Carol & Nobel on their wedding that just happened recently, it was a pleasure to be there and witness the whole thing happen without too much of a glitch. Wishing you guys happiness and prosperity in sickness and in health. Take care guys.

And lastly, to our fans and readers, stay tune with us, lookout for some amazing new stuff that's coming to The House of El & Classic Articulation and also be sure to support your local Action figure online shop at Heroesinabox.com

Thanks for all your support guys, We love you all. Happy New Year!

Kal-El

Underconstruction

Hope you guys don’t mind the new site, we are taking this opportunity to rebuild and organized all our stuff, of course we will feature more stuff then we previously have. It was abit messy where we left it off. Currently me n GL are working on revamping both The House of El & Classic Articulation, so for the meanwhile, we won’t be posting up any updates, Next year we’ll be back in full force, with that i leave everyone here without disappointment. Here's a little bit of stuff that we been meaning to post but never got around to do it. Hope you'll enjoy it.

See you guys next year!

Rise of The Mighty Thor

Latest news from Marvel is that, Marvel Animation is developing and self-producing a 26 half-hour episode series based on its long-running comic book "Thor," with the series targeted to launch in fall 2010, following Marvel's live-action feature THOR, which will hit theaters on July 16, 2010.

The animated series will follow Thor, the Norse god of thunder, as he defends his mythical home of Asgard against fantastical villains, fiendish hordes, winged creatures and angry giants. The show will take place in various worlds -- from mountainous landscapes to places of icy mists and fiery voids -- and will include many of the comic's supporting cast, including Balder the Brave, the Warriors Three and Thor's evil adopted brother, Loki.

Marvel president of animation Eric Rollman said the series is part of the company's plan to follow each live-action movie with an animated series and "offer a continued awareness in the marketplace."

Now for nostalgic sake, below is the intro to the old 1966 Mighty Thor Animated series. Its a classic for super Thor fans, i still remember watching them when i was 6 years old. Its still Entertaining!

Hot Toys Harvey Dent / Two Face Figure

Yet another but fabulous Hot Toys is proud to announce the seventh Hot Toys collectible from the Dark Knight movie the 1/6th scale TWO-FACE/ Harvey Dent collectible figure.

The figure stands approximately 12 inches tall and features more than 32 points of articulation, it also features:

* Dressed in Two-Face accurate costume of destroyed suit, shirt, tie, pants and shoes, the character wear in the Dark Knight movie
* Alternate head with authentic likeness of Aaron Eckhart as Harvey Dent
* Interchangeable Harvey Dent's suit jacket
* One set of interchangeable hands
* Pistol
* A signature coin
* 12 inches figure stand with Harvey Dent/ Two-Face nameplate

Hot Toys Iron Man Mark 1

If you've been pre-ordering the last previous two Iron Man Hot Toys, Then this iwould be your ultimate finale to add to your Iron Man Movie collectibles, unless they decided to make the Iron Monger, which is highly and likely, i mean, every hero has a villian.

So Sideshow Collectibles has just released the latest addition to Hot Toys' Movie Masterpiece Series of 12-inch figure. Each 12-inch Movie Masterpiece Series figure features Hot Toys' fully articulated 12-inch figure body and a generous number of accessories. Now, from the recent MARVEL blockbuster film comes the Iron Man MARK I figure!

The Iron Man Mark I 12 inch Figure features:

* Stands approximate 12 inches tall
* Over 36 points of articulation
* Hot Toys' TrueType figure body dressed as TONY STARK beneath the armor**
* Authentic and fully realized Mark 1 armor, including helmet with raising faceplate to reveal likeness of Robert Downey Jr. as TONY STARK
* Metallic paint
* Light-up heart and red button on left forearm (battery operated - batteries not included)
* Two pairs of interchangeable hands
* Realistic built-in flamethrower
* Forearm missile launcher
* 12-inch figure stand
* and an awesome figure to drool over.

[ Now all you need to do is play ACDC and Rock away with Iron Man]

Just for Laughs...

Is the world ready for a Darker Superman?

IESB.net caught up with Superman Returns star Brandon Routh, who has a role in Kevin Smith's Zack and Miri Make a Porno, and asked about the "Dylan Dog" comic book adaptation Dead of Night (Routh says they start filming in mid-January) and possibly making the next "Superman" film darker. Here's a clip on the latter:

I don't know, I don't think the character necessarily has to be darker, I think he is kind of dark in a sense, emotional dark, in Superman Returns, and the movie as a whole was slightly dark, they could have had more prowess in it I suppose, and I think that's one thing that can be done in the sequel, so I don't know how much darker you want to make it necessarily. You make the stakes higher, you make the villain darker, I think that's a way to do it. But I don't think Superman himself needs to be darker. He definitely has to struggle, how does Superman be a part of the world? And does he have to make sacrifices to be a part of that world? To fit in and what purpose does he really play in the world? Those are all kind of dark places to explore. But, I don't think Superman should ever be dark and brooding, that's not is nature. And that's now what people what to see. Like Brainiac or something like that, a situation when the villain is...

IESB: Would that be a good, if you had a choice is that the villain you'd like to see in the next Superman?

BR: I think it would certainly be interesting, I think there are a lot of things you could do with Brainiac. He's been given a lot of power and a lot of different abilities over the years in the comics, as far as I understand. I know that DC is working on a Brainiac storyline that they are excited about and I think combining the two and have that flow between the comics and the movie would be a nice thing. I honestly think there are a lot of interesting things you can do with Brainiac. Controlling people, controlling technology, a lot of cool things.

Stay Tune for more info on The Man of Steel..

Cheadle Confirm for Iron Man 2 and Avengers Movie

ROBERT DOWNEY JR. AND JON FAVREAU SUIT UP FOR MARVEL STUDIOS' THE AVENGERS AND IRON MAN 2

As part of his four picture deal with Marvel Studios, Robert Downey Jr. is appearing as Tony Stark in THE AVENGERS motion picture, as well as reprising his starring role as the larger-than-life leading character in IRON MAN 2. Jon Favreau will return to direct the sequel to the blockbuster IRON MAN, which to date has grossed over $578 million worldwide, as well as executive produce THE AVENGERS.

Academy Award® nominee Downey was most recently seen in the summer comedy blockbuster TROPIC THUNDER starring opposite Ben Stiller and Jack Black. Before Iron Man, he was best known for his film roles in KISS KISS BANG BANG, WONDER BOYS and CHAPLIN, the film for which he was nominated for an Oscar®.

In addition to directing the first IRON MAN, Favreau has previously directed ELF, ZATHURA: A SPACE ADVENTURE and MADE. He is also well known for writing and starring in SWINGERS. He will next be seen acting in FOUR CHRISTMASES, I LOVE YOU MAN and COUPLES RETREAT.

DON CHEADLE WILL STAR AS RHODEY IN IRON MAN 2

Marvel Studios is pleased today to confirm that an agreement has been finalized with award-winning actor Don Cheadle to take on the role of Colonel James "Rhodey" Rhodes in Marvel's IRON MAN 2 due in theaters on May 7, 2010. In casting Cheadle, Marvel replaces Terrence Howard who appeared in the role of Rhodey in IRON MAN.

Cheadle is also signed on to perform the same role in THE AVENGERS and subsequent installments of the IRON MAN franchise.

"We are very excited about working with the extraordinarily talented Don Cheadle as we expand the role of Rhodey in Iron Man 2. It has already become apparent as we prep the movie for production, that the dynamic between Robert and Don will take Iron Man 2 to new heights," said Kevin Feige, President of Marvel Studios.

Cheadle is best known for his Oscar® nominated lead performance in HOTEL RWANDA as well as his role as Basher Tarr in the OCEAN'S franchise, CRASH and SWORDFISH.

Based on Marvel's iconic Super Hero, IRON MAN 2 continues the story of this summer's box office blockbuster IRON MAN, the first feature film produced independently by Marvel Studios. IRON MAN 2 will be produced by Marvel Studios' President, Kevin Feige, and executive produced by Louis D'Esposito, Jon Favreau, Stan Lee, David Maisel and Denis Stewart.

In a movie event, THE AVENGERS will bring together the super hero team of Marvel Comics characters for the first time ever, including Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, the Hulk and more, as they are forced to band together to battle the biggest foe they've ever faced.

The highly anticipated sequel to IRON MAN will be released in theatres on May 7, 2010 and THE AVENGERS will be released July 15, 2011. Both films will be distributed by Paramount Pictures.

Go Cover to Cover with Wonder Woman

Pay homage and respect to the powerful lady in the world as she still compels you to tell her the truth about how awesome this statue will look like when you display this on your desktop and watch your colleagues drool endlessly at it.

This limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain statue is based on the stylish and scintillating cover of WONDER WOMAN #150 by artist Adam Hughes! It is packaged in a 4-color box, this statue also includes a 4-color Certificate of Authenticity. This Amazonian Princess measures up to 11" Tall x 5.25" Wide x 4" Deep.

Now as usual i would make silly comments of how ridiculous these prices are, but i was actually shock and okay with the price for this one, she goes for the price of U$84.15 / Est Bnd$124.542, that's is actually not a bad price at all, considering how good the paintwork is, plus she's 11 Inch tall statue.

Tempted already? I know we are. I hope they continue on with these lines.

Refresher for DC Classics

They are going classic now, as DC Direct presents theThe first in an ongoing line of action figures that spans the broad history of the DC Universe, as presented by artist George Pérez in the classic book HISTORY OF THE DC UNIVERSE!

Planned to include more characters than any DC Direct line ever, this series will feature characters from a variety of teams and eras, as well as some renegade solo characters. The History of the DC Universe will undoubtedly increase the breadth of DC characters available as action figures, while satisfying many oft-requested fan favorite characters.

Each figure features multiple points of articulation and a base. 4-color clamshell blister card packaging.

Now theses babies packs a little bit of a punch to your wallet, either because of its a classic with awesome sculpting or it's just inflation going up and up, price net for them is going for $58 US - BND$85.00 Oooooo...but anything for an action figure right?

Enjoy!

Wolverine & The X Men

Marvel's new animated tv series release, Wolverine and The X-Men, Thanks to a dear friend of ours, Ethanhunt, we've been watching this show non stop, has a great storyline to it, With newly re-designed characthers from previous artwork from X-Men TAS & X-Men Evolution, Wolverine and The X Men comes in a more modern but yet statying true to the original concept of Marvel Superheroes drawings, plus a fast pace action scenes storylines that we leaves us never wanting to go out on a saturday and stay in and just watch cartoons all day. I fully recommend X Men fans to watch this, here's how the story goes....

"Wolverine and the X-Men"

The story begins as an explosive event shatters the lives of the X-Men and takes away their mentor, Professor X. The beaten heroes, including Beast, Storm, Cyclops and Nightcrawler, walk away from it all but then they are given a rare glimpse into the future, where they see a world in utter ruin…ruled by giant destructive robots. They discover the world has spiraled out of control because the X-Men have given up. So now the most legendary of all X-Men, Wolverine, must take the lead on the ultimate mission--to prevent the world's destruction—while fending off enemies Magneto and The Brotherhood. And yes there's Emma Frost...sooo hot!

Check out the trailer below.

[Sounds Nearly the same as the old theme song]

Now all we have to do is hope that they will come out with their own action figure lines..

Will Hulk Be Back In Action? Or Maybe In Avengers

Still can't get enough of the big green destruction machine? Well, Fans of the hulk are in luck, when in an interview with The Incredible Hulk producer Gale Anne Hurd, who said she has every intention on making a follow-up and that Edward Norton is signed on:

"It's all going to depend on the screenplay and where his character goes in any sequel, because he does have a multiple-picture deal," she said of Norton, who told us recently that he's waiting to hear from Marvel regarding Hulk's future. " Edward Norton' situation is the same with every franchise like this, when you have one of the top actors of his generation."

But first, you're likely going to see him in The Avengers:

"Next, he's likely to appear in an 'Avengers' movie, but that's completely up to Marvel," she explained. "It's wonderful that Marvel now controls so many of their own characters, and they can create a Marvel universe in film and populate it with so many of their characters who naturally exist together. I think an 'Avengers' film is a very exciting prospect."

So will have to wait on for more upcoming Hulk news, so until then, stay cool true believers.

Watchmen is Coming

It was recently at the SCREAM 2008 Awards teaser, Warner Bros. Pictures has debuted the new teaser poster for Watchmen, opening in conventional theaters and IMAX on March 6. next year in 2009.

Watchmen, Directed by Zack Snyder, the big screen adaptation Patrick Wilson, Jackie Earle Haley, Matthew Goode, Billy Crudup, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Malin Akerman, Carla Gugino, Stephen McHattie and Matt Frewer.

A complex, multi-layered mystery adventure, Watchmen is set in an alternate 1985 America in which costumed superheroes are part of the fabric of everyday society, and the "Doomsday Clock" - which charts the USA's tension with the Soviet Union - is permanently set at five minutes to midnight. When one of his former colleagues is murdered, the washed-up but no less determined masked vigilante Rorschach sets out to uncover a plot to kill and discredit all past and present superheroes. As he reconnects with his former crime-fighting legion - a ragtag group of retired superheroes, only one of whom has true powers - Rorschach glimpses a wide-ranging and disturbing conspiracy with links to their shared past and catastrophic consequences for the future. Their mission is to watch over humanity...but who is watching the watchmen?

Stay Tune.

World's Collide on 16th November

Now all Xbox and PS3 owners can ready to kick-butt, as Midway Games Inc.is expecting "Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe" to be on store shelves and available for purchase on November 16th, 2008, The long waited is nearly over, all gamers will be able to purchase the highly-anticipated pairing of some of the iconic characters from the DC Universe, like Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman and The Joker, battling against video game icons Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Liu Kang, Sonya and more.

Last week Midway released the final box art along with details of the North American Kollector's Edition (see below), which will come in special packaging and feature an exclusive removable print designed by Alex Ross, one of the world's most pre-eminent and respected comic book artists, as well as bonus video content.

In addition, John Tobias, co-creator of the Mortal Kombat franchise, returns to sketch a 16-page comic book to be published by DC Comics that chronicles the shocking, universe-shattering events that lead up to the in-game story mode.

For more information, Hardcore gamers and Fans can go visit thier official website at http://www.worldscollide.com/ - It's a pretty cool website too!

Routh Still The Man of Steel

In a turn around events, Word is that DC Comics President Paul Levitz this week talked about the status of the third Christopher Nolan-directed Batman film, the Superman reboot (Brandon Routh is still in the mix!), and more.

Stated In an Exclusive Interview:
"Last week Brandon Routh has come around the offices in New York and Los Angeles as of late to talk about Superman and what we want to do." "Everyone is waiting for Nolan to sign on for another Batman, once that happens, the release date for Superman and all other future projects will follow."

All Superman & Batman Fans Rejoice! We're glad to hear the future for DC Movies will be stronger and better than previous ones. Will keep you posted on more DC News.

Stay Tune.

Heroes In a Box New Products

Hey guys, This just in, our local Superhero Online Shop, Heroesinabox.com has unveil their latest and upcoming products - The Marvel Legends. Expected to come out on their site by Next week, for more details on the product, head off to their blog here.

Now go over there next week and support your local market. These lines are awesome!!

Smallville Begins

I Know I know, you've probably seen it, and i know i'm late for this post, but hey just a thought of posting this, it's been my favorite TV show for the past 7 to 8 years now, (Talk about being biased), and since it's the only TV show with relevance to a real super hero. Smallville Season 8 has launch the first episode "Odyssey" last Thursday.

Only to find out, where was "Supergirl" ? Well apparently, along side with Kristen Kreuk & Michael Rosenbaum (Which has already left Smallville), Laura Vandervoort who plays "Kara" in the previous Season 7, will not be returning as a series regular in Season 8. When we last saw Kara, in "Arctic," she was somewhere within the Phantom Zone. At Least Erica Durance & Allison Mack is still around *Phew*

"They announced the cast... and I'm not a part of it," Vandervoort told in anTV Guide Interview. "We were all surprised when they chose not to bring me back as a regular, but I'm sure I'll be back for one or two [episodes]!"

Vandervoort seems to have a good attitude about the whole thing. "The show is about Clark Kent, and I was honored to be a part of it. I mean, my character became more than it was supposed to be. She ended up sticking around the entire season" So expect to see her re-appear in the future shows to come.

Enjoy the show

The Spirit New Poster

Following up with the Movie "The Spirit" Today, UGO has debuted two new posters for The Spirit which feature Gabriel Macht and Samuel L. Jackson. Check it out.

Sam "The Man" L. Jackson is in "The Spirit", looks wicked here

Superman/Batman Series 7

The popular Superman/Batman series of action figures hits lucky 7! From the popular story arc “Search for Kryptonite” in which Superman and Batman attempt to rid the world of Kryptonite, this series also features Aquaman, Batman, Superman and Live Wire.

Each figure features multiple points of articulation and a base. and stands 6.5 Inches Tall 4-color clamshell blister card packaging.

Hot Toys : Iron Man : Mark 2 12 Inch

Sideshow Collectibles is proud to bring you the latest addition to Hot Toys' Movie Masterpiece Series of 12-inch figures, Iron Man! Each 12-inch Movie Masterpiece Series figure features Hot Toys' fully articulated 12-inch figure body and a generous number of accessories. Now, from the recent MARVEL blockbuster film comes the Iron Man MARK II figure!

The Iron Man Mark II 12 inch Figure features:

* Stands approximate 30 cm tall
* Over 36 points of articulation
* Metallic paint
* Light-up eyes and heart (battery operated - not included)
* Three pairs of interchangeable hands, including light-up repulsor hand
* Alternate unique head with authentic likeness of Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark
* 12-inch figure stand
* Full color display packaging

[Now where's my Burger King?]

Availability:2nd quarter 2009. Price: $ 151.99 - EST BND $212.78

Justice Society Of America: Series 1

Based on the painted covers of the JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA series, award-winning artist Alex Ross' unique interpretations of DC Comics' Golden Age characters have been turned into action figures! Amazingly realistic, the Justice Society of America figures are must-haves! These figures are in scale with other Ross-designed series, including Justice and Kingdom Come. Each figure features multiple points of articulation and a base. 4-color peggable window box packaging. Figures included:

Starman - 7.25" h
Golden Age The Flash - 7.5" h
Golden Age Green Lantern - 7.5" h
Sandman - 7.5" h

Price: $ 59.99 - BND$ 85.18 Availability: Shipping in April 2009.

Classic Thor Helmet

Sideshow Collectibles is proud to present the Classic Thor Helmet Prop Replica by Museum Replicas Limited. This mighty Avenger's full size helm is hand formed of steel and richly plated in chrome. The feathered wings are hand sculpted in fiberglass and custom painted. Each helm has an adjustable leather liner. The Thor Helmet stands 16 inches tall, Includes full color, hand numbered certificate of authenticity and display stand. Strictly limited to 1,000 pieces worldwide. How Cool is that!!

Price: $ 332.99 - Est BND$ 472.84 Available: Shipping 4th quarter 2008.

Aaron Eckhart on Two-Face

Yes, it's true. Aaron Eckhart says goodbye to Batman. At the press day for his upcoming indie film Towelhead, ComingSoon.net/Superhero Hype! talked to the actor who portrayed Harvey Dent/Two-Face in The Dark Knight. He told us he's definitely not signed on for another film and confirmed his character is dead.

Eckhart laughed about how he tried to ask if there was a chance he was coming back and was good-humored about the deadly fate of Dent.

CS/SHH!: Is Harvey Dent alive?
Aaron Eckhart: No. He is dead as a door nail.

CS/SHH!: So he's not coming back?
Eckhart: He ain't coming back baby!

CS/SHH!: I was hoping he would.
Eckhart: No. I asked Chris [Nolan] that question and he goes, "You're dead" before I could even get the question out of my mouth. "Hey Chris, am I?" "You're dead!" Alright, cool.

CS/SHH!: That's not a problem in comic book movies. You could still come back.
Eckhart: I think in contract negotiations it's a problem.

CS/SHH!: So you were never signed on for another film?
Eckhart: No, I'm not coming back. I think unfortunately, Heath [Ledger] was supposed to go on and that didn't work out. I'm nobody. I'm a cog. I have no say over this sort of stuff. I'm sure that there's so many other characters that they could whip together. I heard Angelina Jolie was going to be Catwoman or something like that. I thought that was a great idea. I'd like to be in that one.

CS/SHH!: It must be gratifying that so many people responded to your character.
Eckhart: Yeah, I dig it. Write your Congressman. I like that for the first time in my career I'm getting fan mail from kids and 8-year-olds. "My name is Bill. I really liked the film." I've never had that before. I think that's fun. I think someone told me they're going to be Harvey Two-Face for Halloween which is cool. I said to two kids the other day, "Did you see Batman yet?" Then I come to find out like two seconds later they've seen it four times. People are really going back to see it. My parents saw it I think 12 [times] so far. They're sick that it's going out of the theaters.

CS/SHH!: Do they normally see your movies 12 times?
Eckhart: I don't know about 12, but they like to go see the movies. They like to go see the audience. They like to tell people that I'm in the movie like popcorn people.

JLA : New Frontier Box Set

Following the success of the direct-to-DVD feature Justice League: The New Frontier, this box set features reproductions of the best-selling figures based on the miniseries and graphic novels by Eisner Award-winning creator Darwyn Cooke!


Four figures, including Wonder Woman with a new head sculpt, are packaged with the 48-page JLA: THE NEW FRONTIER SPECIAL #1. On Sale April 22, 2009

3 Times a Charm

Not only did Batman movie came out with a sequel this year, but so did Hellboy, one of this years hot summer's movie was undoubtedly has got to be Hellboy, The Golden Army. After an amazing sequel to the first Hellboy movie, will the Hellboy fans get a 3rd sequel?

In an article at Variety, Guillermo del Toro says that a third "Hellboy" movie is not out of the question, but it would have to wait a long time due to his commitments to "The Hobbit" films and more:

Meanwhile, del Toro is awaiting word on whether U will embrace a follow-up to "Hellboy 2: The Golden Army." The big-budget film opened in the heat of summer and fell short of blockbuster status in the U.S. but has performed well overseas.

"I think they'll decide when the last euro hits the piggybank," del Toro said. "We laid the groundwork to have a magnificent third act. I’d like to return to an action franchise with 60-year-old actor Ron Perlman, because he’ll be scratching at that age when I get to it."

Langley said the studio is interested and may work with del Toro to add a TV series and online segments to broaden the following before making the series finale.

One More Time Tobey ?

Deadline Hollywood Daily has added on that director Sam Raimi and Tobey Maguire have apparently signed on the dotted line for Spider-Man 4, which the studio is targeting for a May 2011 release. DHD adds that there's no deal for Kirsten Dunst to return as Mary Jane Watson yet, but the character will be featured and the studio would not recast her.

As for the baddie in the fourth picture, the site says that principal photography doesn't start until the fall of 2009 and that once we find out who the villain we'll know who is playing it. Naturally, speculation would put Dylan Baker's character Dr. Curt Connors/The Lizard at the head of the line, but who knows?

According to the site, "the studio is trying to figure out if it can feasibly shoot Spider-Man 4 and 5 at the same time because doing that is so cost effective and 'it wasn't so easy to get everybody back together.'"

DHD also says that Sony has hired two screenwriters to pen the new script for the Spidey spin-off Venom.

Is this all accurate? We don't know, We'll have to wait and see

Will He Ride Again?

Rumors has it that Nicholas Cage will most likely to return to do a Ghost Rider sequel, Although there isn't official yet, but during an interview, Mr.Cage slip out some interesting info for the next upcoming Ghost Rider Sequel ;

Cage:

"Yes, actually, had a nice meeting with the studio about 3-months ago, and we talked about going international with that character. Taking him into Europe, having him go on a motorcycle tour through Europe, and he's connected with the church, if you can believe that. So it sort of has elements to it that are very much in the zeitgeist, with "The Da Vinci Code" and things like that. "

Superman's Future In The Works

Written by Kal-El

After a previous post that i mentioned that Superman will get a reboot in Hollywood blockbuster movies. Here's what the famous writer Mark Millar had to say in an awesome interview with him. Check out the video to find out more.

Heroes of the DC Universe Green Lantern Bust

Green Lantern kicks off the new, ongoing HEROES OF THE DC UNIVERSE bust series in a blaze of emerald light! Designed to complement the wildly popular Women of the DC Universe bust line, this new collection features heroes such as Batman and Aquaman, as well as Darkseid and other villains!

Designed by best-selling artist Carlos Pacheco, Hal Jordan ignites the force of his power ring atop a lantern-shaped base. This hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain bust measures approximately 5.75” high x 3” wide x 4.75” deep and is packaged in a 4-color box.

Don’t miss out on the first piece in this exciting new series!

Availability: Shipping in late April 2009. Price: US$ 55.25 - Est BND$78.45

Cyclops Fine Art Bust

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! The first CHAPTER of the comic book based Kotobukiya Collection spotlights the most famous renditions of Marvel’s most famous mutants: X-Men Classic! Clad in the attire made famous in their 70s and 80s adventures, the series begins with the Summers Brothers: CYCLOPS & HAVOK (sold separately).

Taking the bust format to the next level, both busts feature reversible bases allowing you to display their logo, or a relief sculpture of their civilian face. As special bonuses, Havok’s rings Glow-In-The-Dark, while Cyclops’s visor glows red via LED lights!

Sculpted by Manabe Seijoro, each of the Summers Brothers measures over 8 inches tall and is made from cold cast porcelain. Each Fine Art Bust is a limited edition, and the pieces will be individually serial numbered on the base.

Availability: Shipping in March 2009.

Price Tag: USD$ 67.99 - Est - BND $97.22

A Brand New Day

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Created By Kal-El

Back to Old School

Batman : The Brave and The Bold, is the latest interpretation of the classic Batman franchise, our caped crusader is teamed up with heroes from across the DC Universe, delivering nonstop action and adventure with a touch of comic relief. Blue Beetle, Green Arrow, Aquaman and countless others will get a chance to uphold justice alongside Batman. Though still based in Gotham, Batman will frequently find himself outside city limits, facing situations that are both unfamiliar and exhilarating. With formidable foes around every corner, Batman will still rely on his stealth, resourcefulness and limitless supply of cool gadgets to bring justice home.

"The Brave and The Bold" is going to take a more light-hearted action oriented angle on the super hero genre. It'll focus more on high adventure mixed with a sense of humor than has been the trend lately in super hero films and television shows. They will be showing a different sides of Batman's character when he's dealing with a different hero every week. So there are lots of new gadgets, new takes on villains and heroes - with a healthy dose of fun.

So stay tune...

Wonder Woman Up Next

[Picture her in a Tiara? hmm..]

Written by Kal-El

Hello True Believers, Thanks to GL for the great info on this. Previously Superman Vs Doomsday was the kick off for Direct to DVD movies for DC superheroes, Then there was Justice League: The New Frontier based on Darwyn Cooke, then earlier this year was Batman : Gotham Knight in an interesting concept of animated style.

So yes you guess it right, Wonder Woman is DC next landmark characther to get her own Direct to DVD Animation Movie, TV Guide is reporting that Keri Russell has been cast as Wonder Woman. Unfortunately it is not the highly-anticipated Justice League movie or a stand-alone Wonder Woman movie, but as the voice in Warner Bros animated Wonder Woman movie coming to stores in next year.

Will announce again when this movie will be officially be launched. Meanwhile, check out the Trailer below...it's spectacular..

One word : Sweeeet!!

Superman Gets Rebooted

[Will Brandon stay on?]

Warner Bros. also put on hold plans for another movie starring multiple superheroes -- known as "Batman vs. Superman" -- after the $215 million "Superman Returns," which had disappointing box-office returns, didn't please executives. "'Superman' didn't quite work as a film in the way that we wanted it to," says Mr. Robinov. "It didn't position the character the way he needed to be positioned." "Had 'Superman' worked in 2006, we would have had a movie for Christmas of this year or 2009," he adds. "But now the plan is just to reintroduce Superman without regard to a Batman and Superman movie at all."

The article also talks about Warner Bros. adapting other DC properties over the new few years. "By 2011, Mr. Robinov plans for DC Comics to supply the material for up to two of the six to eight tent-pole films he hopes Warner Bros. will have in the pipeline by then," it says. Those projects will likely be about single characters at first, and will be darker much like The Dark Knight.

With "Batman vs. Superman" and "Justice League" stalled, Warner Bros. has quietly adopted Marvel's model of releasing a single film for each character, and then using those movies and their sequels to build up to a multicharacter film. "Along those lines, we have been developing every DC character that we own," Mr. Robinov says.

Like the recent Batman sequel -- which has become the highest-grossing film of the year thus far -- Mr. Robinov wants his next pack of superhero movies to be bathed in the same brooding tone as "The Dark Knight." Creatively, he sees exploring the evil side to characters as the key to unlocking some of Warner Bros.' DC properties. "We're going to try to go dark to the extent that the characters allow it," he says. That goes for the company's Superman franchise as well.

The studio is set to announce its plans for future DC movies in the next month. For now, though, it is focused on releasing four comic-book films in the next three years, including a third Batman film, a new film reintroducing Superman, and two movies focusing on other DC Comics characters.

Movies featuring Green Lantern, Flash, Green Arrow, and Wonder Woman are all in active development.

Source: Steelsheen

Iron Man 2 Lands On 2010

The Los Angeles Times talked to Iron Man 2 director Jon Favreau, who says they have started working on the sequel:

I just talked to Jon Favreau a bit ago, and he said that while there hasn't been an formal announcement on the sequel to "Iron Man," he's begun developing it. "We're working on it now," he said, "which hasn't been officially announced. It will be released in 2010."

Marvel Studios and Paramount Pictures are targeting an April 30, 2010 release date in order to be the first film to kick-off that summer, much like Iron Man did on May 2nd of this year.

Justin Theroux (Tropic Thunder) is writing the script and in addition to Robert Downey Jr., the first film's co-stars Gwyneth Paltrow and Terrence Howard are expected to return as well.

Source: The Los Angeles Times

"Next Avengers: Heroes of Tomorrow"

Written by Kal-El

Sorry we've been on hiatus for awhile, but good news, we're back on our heels to bring you the latest updates that we can get at. So the latest news from Marvel is theire soon to be release Direct to DVD movie, The "Next Avengers: Heroes of Tomorrow" DVD hits stores Sept. 2, but that doesn't mean you have to sit idly by until then, I'm just saying that Super Fans can get hold of this movie with other means necessary (If you get my drift) But also don't forget to show some support to the comic culture and buy the legit original copy of DVD / Blu-Ray.

Here's a brief description of "Next Avengers: Heroes of Tomorrow":After making the ultimate sacrifice in their final struggle against the indestructible robot, Ultron, the Avengers left behind their children to become the heroes of tomorrow. Under the watchful tutelage of Tony Stark, Iron Man, it's up to James (son of Captain America and Black Widow), Torunn (daughter of Thor), Azari (son of the Black Panther), and Pym (son of Wasp and Giant Man) to finish what their parents started! Ultron's not going down without a fight though, and Iron Man and the Hulk will be there to assist this group of Next Avengers as they realize the powers they have and the history they guard.

You can watch cool and awesome trailers, take a look and browse tons of galleries movie stills if your into it, and other goodies like download desktop backgrounds and screensavers for your pc and read and learn character bios of the new young heroes! And it doesn't stop there either; games and puzzles also populate the hub deepening the anticipation! Sweet-ness!

Visit the official "Next Avengers: Heroes of Tomorrow" hub right now at MarvelKids.com

Year of The Bat

Warner Bros. Pictures' The Dark Knight climbed to 7th place on the all-time domestic blockbuster list on Tuesday, surpassing the first Spider-Man to become the biggest comic book movie of all-time in North America.

The Christopher Nolan-directed Batman Begins follow-up added $5.67 million on Tuesday to bring its massive total to $405.7 million after just 19 days. Spider-Man reached $403.7 million domestically during its entire run in 2002.

The movie will next target Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest, which sits at #6 with $423.3 million.

Source: Media by Numbers

Calling All Bruneian Superheroes, Heroes In A Box Is Officially Opened For Business

Written by Kal-El

Previously my entry was that a new local company is making headway in the Comic Super-Hero Industry, Selling all out on Action Figures ranging from the top comic labels such as DC Comics and Marvel. They called themselves, Heroes In A Box.

Today on 8th of August 2008, marked as their official opening of the online store, now customers can view what really is Heroes in a box is all about.

And Now here's a few word from our sponsors:

Go to HEROESINABOX.COM