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'All-Star Western #6' 5-Page Sneak Preview

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 07:14:59 EDT

Thanks to our good friends at DC Comics, we have a 5-page sneak preview of "All-Star Western #6!"

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Feb 17, 2012

Douglas Rushkoff Talks About Message of 'A.D.D.'

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:05:02 EDT

'I would say technology is neutral. What are we going to use it for? What are we doing? It feels to me like we are, as a nation certainly, more concerned with programming our children with technology than teaching our children how to program technology.'

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Feb 16, 2012

'A.D.D.' Writer Douglas Rushkoff Discusses What to Take Away From His Book

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:59:54 EDT

'Monsters are parents, too. I know people that run the marketing departments at bad agencies who send their kids to private schools and don’t let them watch any TV. It’s because they’re making the commercials for everyone else’s kids.'

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Feb 16, 2012

'Batman & Robin: Dark Knight VS. White Knight' Graphic Novel Review

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 10:01:24 EDT

DC Comics packaged the last nine issues of their pre-New 52 'Batman and Robin' monthly into a graphic novel collection and released it for fans looking for closure to that chapter of the new Dynamic Duo’s adventures.

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Feb 15, 2012

'American Vampire Volume 3' Graphic Novel Review

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:55:02 EDT

Vampire fans are a blessed bunch these days thanks to Scott Snyder and his creation 'American Vampire.' Vertigo released the latest graphic novel collection 'American Vampire Volume 3' into bookstores.

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Feb 15, 2012

'Star Wars: Episode I-The Phantom Menace 3D' Excites Moviegoers

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 08:26:41 EDT

George Lucas joins the 3D revolution with the conversion of 'Star Wars: Episode I-The Phantom Menace.' What did critics and moviegoers think about the 3D transfer?

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Feb 14, 2012

'Journey 2: The Mysterious Island' Fails to Satisfy Critics, Moviegoers

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 08:25:42 EDT

It’s been three years since we saw our adventurers “Journey to the Center of the Earth.” Josh Hutcherson is back in action and heading out on a “Journey 2: The Mysterious Island.” Were critics and moviegoers happy to take the trip with him?

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Feb 14, 2012

'Batman: The Dark Knight, Volume 1: Golden Dawn: Deluxe Edition' Review

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:14:36 EDT

DC Comics collected the pre-New 52 'Batman: The Dark Knight' issues, the 'Batman: The Return' one-off, and a section of 'Superman/Batman' Issue #75 together in one graphic novel: 'Batman: The Dark Knight, Volume 1: Golden Dawn.'

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Feb 09, 2012

Ciaran Hinds Tells Moviegoers What to Expect From 'The Woman in Black'

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:26:27 EDT

'It’s more of a spine chiller. You hear a sound and then maybe there’s something; maybe there’s nothing; or maybe it’s your imagination. It’s quite psychological but things do manifest themselves in it as well.'

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Feb 02, 2012

'A.D.D.: Adolescent Demo Division' Graphic Novel Review

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:09:08 EDT

I recommend this to mature readers looking to evaluate the role of technology in society today. I can’t put into words exactly what the author is saying -- it’s definitely warning us against the dangers of losing our personalities and humanity.

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Feb 01, 2012

It's Official: 'Watchmen' Prequels Coming; Bring on the Movies!

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:50:44 EDT

DC Entertainment has made it official! After years of rumors and speculation, the best-selling graphic novel of all time, 'Watchmen,' is getting not one prequel but seven coming this summer. Speculation can move on to whether or not we’ll see movies made.

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Feb 01, 2012

'Batman: Through the Looking Glass' Review

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:35:39 EDT

I’m always excited to get my hands on a new original graphic novel featuring Batman, the kind you can sit down and read without any knowledge of what’s going on within the realm of the monthly titles and stands on its own.

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Jan 31, 2012

January 30: Indie Horror Slasher 'Silent Scream' Hits Theaters

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:54:50 EDT

TV commercial director Denny Harris’s wish was finally fulfilled 32 years ago today. All he wanted was to helm a horror film. His little independent film, 'Silent Scream,' he started production on in 1977 finally saw the light of day in 1980.

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Jan 30, 2012

'Nemesis' Comic Book Movie Moving Forward; Print Sequel Coming in September

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:51:21 EDT

Comic book writer Mark Millar knew he had a great concept when he came up with his character Nemesis. It was so good that it was optioned for a film by 20th Century Fox before the limited series was even finished.

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Jan 30, 2012

'Nemesis' Comic Book Movie Moving Forward; Print Sequel Coming in September

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:01:53 EDT

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Published: Jan 26, 2012

'Bone' Comic Getting Big Screen Adaptation

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:58:19 EDT

Best-selling children's comic book 'Bone' is getting a big-screen adaptation. The movie couldn't come at a better time. The source material is perfect for today's audiences hungry for more animated family fun.

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Jan 26, 2012

'Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame' Blu-ray Packed with Extras and Action

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:49:46 EDT

'Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame' hit American shores a few months back and really didn’t get much of a chance to make an impact on audiences. Its movies like these that make me happy there is a quick turnaround to Blu-ray these days.

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Jan 26, 2012

DreamWorks, Walt Disney Pictures Nominees Issue Oscar Statements

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:20:50 EDT

The Oscar nominees have been announced and the speculation begins as to who the winners will be. Here are the statements issued from DreamWorks and Walt Disney Pictures nominees compiled for your reading enjoyment.

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Jan 25, 2012

'Green Hornet's' Jay Chou Brings U.S. 'The Viral Factor'

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:05:55 EDT

There’s no doubt Hong Kong knows how to do action films. John Woo is probably the most famous director out of the country and continues to show us this time and time again. His influence on the Asian action cinema world continues with 'The Viral Effect.'

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Jan 23, 2012

Kate Beckinsale Triumphantly Returns in 'Underworld Awakening'

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eric Shirey) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 08:29:57 EDT

It's been six years since Kate Beckinsale has donned the cat suit, trench coat, and firearms of Selene. She told interviewers the role isn't in her comfort zone and doesn't come naturally for her.

Contributor: Eric Shirey
Published: Jan 23, 2012