Man of Steel Quickie Review

If it ain't Batman it's...

Story:

They greatly use his alien origins to construct the film. The story seems to stay solid throughout with some questionable back and forth montages.

Cast:

Superman does ok but occasionally gets overshadowed by other characters like his dad. Amy Adams does good with Lois Lane.

Effects:

While it may seem too much at times, the actions sequences still show off nicely.

Entertainment Value:

DC fans will get a kick out of this, maybe even Marvel fans. Others may not like this and even the fans will question certain moments. While it may not beat the Dark Knight Trilogy, it certainly beats the likes of Green Lantern and past Superman Films.

Final Rating:

8.0/10

Poll: Which Super Flick will be the Best!?

Everyone who complains about a multitude of hero films every year should really shut up now. With Marvel's Avenger related plans and DC's upcoming plans, we can expect to see Supers on the big screen for eons to come!

This year we have four big screen premieres for Supers, three sequels and one a reboot. Which ones do you think will dominate in terms of fanbase, box office, whatever?

IRON MAN 3 (releases May 3rd 2013)

 Iron Man 3 is the first film to bring about the second Phase of Pre-Avenger solo films after the events of the first Avengers film, so it clearly has a lot to live up to. Both Marvel and Disney have done quite an awesome job at keeping a majority of plot points secret, even in their trailers and such. The simple fact of knowing Tony Stark's true, original arch nemesis, the Mandarin is going to appear is more than enough to make fans rush to the theaters. Also the simple fact that this third entry is quite easily the darkest film made yet (in the Iron Man franchise that is) makes it all the more intriguing.

Like I said, this film has a lot to live up to and so far it looks to be keeping its promise. Will it be bad? Doubt it. Heck even Marvel's lowest and weakest money making film in the series, the Incredible Hulk, was still an awesome film despite being the weakest when compared to the other films in the Avengers line up. And while a few didn't exactly like the second Iron Man film (why!? I'll never know or understand) this third one will be sure to dominate!



KICK-A$$ 2 (releases June 28th 2013)

Yes, we are including this film too. The simple fact that every single human who has witnessed the first one loves it is enough to make a worthy sequel. It's also awesome to see they have the entire cast back as well as newcomers Jim Carrey (as Colonel Stars and Stripes) and Donald Faison (as Dr. Gravity) as well as many others. While no trailer or teaser has surfaced yet (as far as I know) we can still be assured a movie as awesome and as funny as the original.

This will be a great film and make good money, but it won't be as great compared to the other films. Why? It's clear that this film will most likely be another R rating. R rated films almost always never make the same amount of money as other ratings do simply due to the restrictions and maturity. While on a small occasion a film that's R rated could make great money at the box office, the possibilities are never that high to begin with. So while I hope the film dominates, it may be doubtful when this film is the only non-Marvel / non-DC super flick to take on tough competitors. Again, that's just a matter of opinion.

MAN OF STEEL (releases June 14th 2013)

Here is DC's ultimate coin toss. The superman reboot should surely capture the appeal of audience, and not just because Zack Snyder (300, Watchmen) and Christopher Nolan (the Dark Knight trilogy) are making it happen. Superman has literally not had a good movie since the first film (from waaay back in the 70's I believe) and many people were devastated with the Superman Returns film, which tried to continue where the older films left off. But now we finally have a rebooted coming. Will it succeed the super's bad past or will it join the bad roster?

 The film looks to be brilliant in my opinion, it seems to have that same serious origin feel that helped Batman Begins become an excellent beginning of a trilogy. I personally believe this is what DC should now and forever make, awesome origin stories and complete trilogies for each of their DC heroes, none of this "Justice League because we're intimidated by Marvel's Avengers" crap. But personally I fear that this film will for the brief weeks of its release, fail to make money due to the scars from Superman Returns. Then again, Hulk was in a similar mess after Ang Lee's horrendous film, but he managed to get out of the gutter. So maybe, just maybe...

THOR THE DARK WORLD (releases November 8th 2013)

 The first Thor film had to succeed by making us believe this universe can exist with Iron Man's and Captain America's, which it definitely did! Now the sequel has to successfully introduce the other six realms into the
universe (nine realms total like the Norse Mythology, three have already been introduced). We can easily expect an awesome fantasy adventure headed our way, why? Because the brilliant creator of the Game of Thrones TV series is directing this bad boy! Having Christopher Eccleston  as Malekith the accursed also rocks!

There is easily no flaws I see in this since the biggest possible flaw was saved in the first film. The only real flaw I can see is having this film release in November. Sure fantasy films are great for the winter months but this is seen as a Super flick! I don't think a Super hero film has ever even been released in the winter, has there?

So which super movie do you think will be your favorite this year? Which ones can you not wait for? Which do you think in any particular reason will dominate this year? Please vote in the poll or comment!
 

STAT is in the House!

I admit, when it comes to the designing and drawings I've done for this site I haven't really put any real effort into them. Not as much as I now do with my comics.

Say hello to STAT, it is a mini mock company that me and a old friend of mine named Tyler Robb created, Shrew also gave input and even inspired various designs. The company is suppose to be a comic and graphic novel company similar to the likes of Marvel, DC, or even Dark Horse comics. The only difference being that it's not just superheroes and dark tales, but more comedic and filled with very colorful and original tales and even spoofs. Possibly the longest going series would be my TAD comics, which tell the tales of all of us here in our own misadventures.

Basically, the mock company was meant to be something or somewhere that anyone can go to and give their own inspirations and ideas, and they would be able to bring their ideas out into the world. We have had many artists and authors come about, quite a lot of weird ones mostly, and most of them have even inspired characters and locations, and especially good jokes.

Well now STAT will more than likely be moving in with its cousin GeekBeerz very soon! This is mostly to bring a completely New element into the website while also being able to have all things in one convenient place to work on. I can't personally say when this will officially happen. But I can assure you that it will be worth it!

the Wolverine and Man of Steel trailers to be unleashed with the Hobbit! [UPDATE]

The Hobbit is coming out in just four weeks to make us nerds jizz our pants with joy. But now even better things our coming our way, for both Marvel and DC fans!

While we still originally expect to have the trailer for the J. J. Abrams Star Trek sequel, Star Trek into Darkness, it has now been revealed that we're actually getting not only the first trailer for the new Wolverine movie but also a new trailer for the Man of Steel too! We're not sure the time length and expectations with these trailers (like we do with the Star Trek sequel), but we expect to be fully satisfied.

The Wolverine is a new take on the ongoing X men character and tells his story AFTER the events of X Men: the Last Stand. Where he is to travel to Japan and learn the ways of the samurai, much like it is in his comic book lore. The film comes out July 27th 2013.

Man of Steel is the new take on Superman, which also goes into a more serious tale and Nolan's Batman style to it. It is also said to have a stronger alien influence too. Their goal is to make sure fans of the hero get the full and well deserved treat they deserve. This film comes out the 14th of June 2013.

And just because it was mentioned, J. J. Abrams Star Trek sequel brings back the original cast from his first Star Trek reboot, as they go off on a new adventure that is sadly undisclosed at this time. This film comes out the 17th of May 2013.

Does anyone else realize that we have four superhero films coming out next year? We got Superman, Wolverine, Iron Man, and Thor in 2013! Wow!

Until next time...

[UPDATE] Turns out there will not be a trailer for Wolverine until early 2013, as confirmed by the films director. But we can still look forward to a new Man of Steel trailer and even Star Trek 2...

Injustice: Gods among us announced by Warner Bros.

Prepare to have nerdgasms you comicbook fans, Warner Bros. Studios just announced that Nether Realm is creating a new DC game called "Injustice: Gods among us".

Nether Realm is popular for making the Mortal Kombat games, but Warner Bros. has promised that this game will have "Epic Battles on a Massive scale" which is a different approach for Nether Realm. The lines between good and evil are blurred, and players will be able to play their favorite DC Heroes and Villains. Warner Bros. also promised that this fighting game will be unlike any other, and will have great storytelling and a large cast of DC favorites.

Isn't it a bit funny that this is the next game being made by the same guys that also made "Mortal Kombat vs DC universe"? And will Mark Hamill return to voice the Joker? (unlikely). What IF our greatest heroes became our greatest threat? and how successfully will Nether Realm portray that epidemic? Many questions...

So far Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Flash, Solomon Grundy, and one other herd-to-determine character are shown to appear. But we can expect others like Green Lantern, Aqua Man, Joker, Lex Luther, and maybe Green Arrow to also appear.

The game will be released in 2013 for the PS3, 360, and the Wii U...

Trailer below:

New trailer for Harley Quinn's Revenge DLC

Batman Arkham City's Game of the Year release announced... HOLY CHEEZITS!!!!

Everyone who has played the games and looked up reviews know that this one one of the, or the, greatest game that came out in 2011. A game of the year edition was highly expected, but this... this... this is just pushing it too far.
Just look at this cover. from a glance it looks as though the game is called "10 out of 10", and the games actual title is one of the smallest things on the cover! I do like that picture of batman, and always thought it would be a great cover, but the whole magazine look of this really does kill it. Arkham City was boss and one of my top five favorite game franchises, but I'm thinking this cover mess will kill its hype.

Despite all the clutter, everything said in the clutter is 100% true... the game does rock. And I would recommend anyone who hasn't bought Arkham City yet to go and get this version. Obviously not for the cover, but for all the free goodies you get.

This game of the year edition comes with all DLC stuff, which includes Batman skins, maps with catwoman, night wing, and robin as playable characters, catwoman's story mode, and even the new Harely Quinn's revenge story that comes out on the same day. It also includes a free download of the Batman: Year one animated movie.

Now that's a lot of stuff worth your money. Yeah the cover is a magazine, but hopefully it's a double side cover with a better opposite end or at least just the case sleeve that holds the real cover art inside. Because this game, especially as a game of year version, is really worth picking up.

This edition comes out on May 29th, as well as the Harely Quinn's revenge...