Friday, April 4, 2008

Pegg, Wright, and Frost Gear Up for The World's End

The triple threat behind Spaced, Shaun of the Dead, and Hot Fuzz have a new project up their sleeves.
by Larry_Chimp_Man


They first attacked the zombie genre and created Shaun of the Dead, one of my favourite films of the past decade. They then took on films of the action variety, bringing the terrific Hot Fuzz to life. Edgar Wright, Simon Pegg, and Nick Frost now have their sights set on a new genre to be conquered; science-fiction.



The name of their next flick is The World's End. There hasn't been much info released as of yet but it's reported that the film follows a conspiracy-themed script about lizards running the world. It sounds pretty goofy but I'm sure Wright and Pegg are working on a top-notch sci-fi script full of surprises.

The World's End is part of a two-picture deal for Edgar Wright with Working Title Films. The second film Wright will helm for the British production company will be the twisted action film Baby Driver. Although, Wright will not be teaming up with either Pegg or Frost for the latter film.

What do you guys think of this news? Do Wright, Pegg, and Frost have it in them to pump out a sci-fi film as great as SotD or Hot Fuzz? What other genres would you like to see the three attempt? Post a comment and we'll get a discussion going.

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Thursday, April 3, 2008

Nightwing #140-143 Review

Dick Grayson is the big brother I wish I had.
by mr. b


Nightwing has always been a character everyone could relate to. As Robin, he's basically been in the spotlight from the beginning of the DCU. He grew up and out of the shadow of his mentor and formed his own superteam. He took a new identity, left behind the costume that was his last tie to Batman, and became his own man. It's hard not to feel like you grew up right beside him, but over the last couple of years I've found it hard to connect with the former Boy Wonder. Recently though, the new creative team of Peter Tomasi and Rags Morales have put Nightwing back at the top of my read pile.



Peter Tomasi was a relatively new name to me. He had been an editor at DC since 1993 and had dabbled in some writing. In 2007, he left behind his post as editor and began working on a number of titles. Hopefully he sticks around. Since starting his full time writing gig, Tomasi has put together an incredible resume. Working alongside Geoff Johns, the two crafted what I thought was the most exciting event of last year, The Sinestro Corps. Tomasi then went on to pen a low key but EXTREMELY good Black Adam miniseries with Doug Mahnke.

Rags Morales is probably best known for his work on DC's Identity Crisis. As good as his work was there, I became a bigger fan when he took over Hawkman. Morales is a versatile artist with an underrated ability to have emotion pour off his pages. His deft use of facials and body language are engaging and his crisp linework only accentuates that.



Tomasi's back-to-basics approach to the book has been nothing short of invigorating. There's so much to love about this book. He's managed to make things fresh while keeping the characters grounded with the feeling of familiarity. Dick's interaction with his "family" are spot on. He's the big borther to Tim's wide-eyed sibiling. He's the approval seeking son to Bruce's demanding father figure. He's the mature and capable one in Alfred's proud grandfather eyes. Nightwing's use of the DCU's resources are great and make you scream to yourself, "Why didn't anyone else think of that!?" The JLA Satellitle lends some needed help on a recon mission and serves as an excuse to have Dick banter with his old friend Red Arrow. Now based in New York, down the street from the JSA Brownstone, he calls in a favor and has the team help him set up his new headquarters. Plus, an appearance from one of my all time favorite characters, KGBeast.

Over the last couple of years, the DC Universe has felt exactly opposite of what a universe should feel like. The cohesion between characters, books, and storylines has been lost in all of the company's recent crossovers. Nightwing brings a closeness back to a company whom I feel has lost direction over time and now consists of an expanding but disconnected universe.

One Sentence Review: For those looking for DC fun, without worrying about any looming "crisis." | 8.5/10

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Will Eisner's The Spirit - Poster Campaign

"My city screams. She is my lover. And I am her Spirit."
by Larry_Chimp_Man


This is pretty cool. LionsGate Films have released images of a pretty cool three-poster campaign for Will Eisner's The Spirit. The posters are effective while separated as individual one-sheets but strike home as a real tease when brought together as a landscape image. Check them out below.



I'm certainly excited for this flick albeit a bit unsure whether or not comic icon Frank Miller can direct a quality feature film. Regardless of Miller's filmmaking abilities the cast will make this film work. Gabriel Macht will make a great Spirit and Samuel L. Jackson should be a treat to watch as The Octopus. Scarlett Johanssen, Eva Mendes, Jaime King, and the talented Paz Vega will form the film's female cast.

Will Eisner's The Spirit hits theatres on the 16th of January next year. Check back to MediaZEALOT as we'll keep you up to date on the film until then.

Cheers.

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Pineapple Express Poster

The official one-sheet for the upcoming Rogan/Apatow comedy has hit the net.
by Larry_Chimp_Man


JoBlo.com
has posted the first official poster for this summer's comedy heavyweight. Check it out below.



I think the above poster is pretty damn sweet. I absolutely hated the Pirates of the Carribbean posters that came out in this style but it really works for Pineapple Express. The one-sheet portrays everything you need to know about this flick; Comedy and action. Although, some may confuse Pineapple Express of being a spoof film with a poster like this as it feels a lot like a one-sheet we've seen before only with a comedic twist. Regardless, I think it's a pretty sweet one-sheet.

The David Gordon Green-directed and Apatow-produced Pineapple Express hits theatres on August 8th.

Cheers.

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