“World War Z” Featurette
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Category: Horror
World War Z: The View from the Pitt
I’m digging this poster for World War Z. I really hope the movie is living up to the hype.
If you’d like to see a World War-sized version of this poster, you can, thanks to the zombie fighters at IMPAwards.com.
Stephen King’s Universe – Here’s the Connection
A little less than a year ago we posted a flow chart that maps the connections between Stephen King’s characters and books. We thought maybe it was time to link to the updated version.
Congrats to Tessie Girl for working it all out.
The Walking Dead and Toy Story are Basically the Same Tale
John Wray points out that The Walking Dead and Toy Story are basically the same tale. Beware that spoilers for both await with the click over.
The Walking Dead: Who’s Going to Die Before Season 3 Ends?
Recently Natalie Abrams of TV Guide posted her odds for The Walking Dead: Who’s Going to Die Before Season 3 Ends?
I’ll post her odds and my thoughts. Beware there is a major spoiler if you’re not up-to-date with watching the show.
Rick Grimes (Andrew Lincoln)
Odds: 100:1
Thoughts: Rick is the star of the show. I can’t see them killing him off in the tv series unless The Walking Dead runs a long time. I could see it happening (in the comic and tv show) once Carl is old enough to survive on his own. Wouldn’t that be interesting if Kirkman had always planned for Carl to be the star?
Carl Grimes (Chandler Riggs)
Odds: 99:1
Thoughts: I’d say Carl is one of the safest, if not the safest of all the characters. He’s become interesting this season since he toughened up.
Beth Greene (Emily Kinney)
Odds: 80:1
Thoughts: I could see her character going either way… surviving or being killed off. She’s a tough one to call.
Carol Peletier (Melissa McBride)
Odds: 50:1
Thoughts: She’s slowing toughening up and her (potential) relationship with Daryl could prove interesting.
Daryl Dixon (Norman Reedus)
Odds: 35:1
Thoughts: Daryl is safer than Rick and possibly even Carl. His character is too popular to kill.
Glenn Rhee (Steven Yeun)
Odds: 30:1
Thoughts: Glenn’s days are numbered… if his character follows the path of the comic. He should be okay to last this season though.
Maggie Greene (Lauren Cohan)
Odds: 25:1
Thoughts: I’d be shocked to see Maggie killed off… although if they are going for shock value, she would be a good choice.
Hershel Greene (Scott Wilson)
Odds: 15:1
Thoughts: I’d hate to see him bite the dust, but Hershel’s days are numbered.
Michonne (Danai Gurira)
Odds: 10:1
Thoughts: Michonne is a safe as can be. I see her right up there with Rick, Carl and Daryl.
Andrea (Laurie Holden)
Odds: 7:1
Thoughts: Andrea wanted to die in season two. She may get her wish in season three.
Milton Mamet (Dallas Roberts)
Odds: 4:1
Thoughts: Milton is a minion of the Governor… and we all know what happens to minions. If he was on Star Trek, he’d be wearing a red shirt.
Merle Dixon (Michael Rooker)
Odds: 3:1
Thoughts: If you’re caught up on watching the show, you know that Merle ended up wanting “braaains.”
The Governor (David Morrissey)
Odds: 2:1
Thoughts: The Gov is going to be killed at some point… but will he make it to season four? I’d say, “Yes” but what do I know?
“World War Z” Teaser Poster
I like this teaser poster for World War Z.
I liked World War Z novel by Max Brooks, and think I’ll like the movie as well.
And, yeah, I know it’s not going to be a true adaptation of the novel. As long as the movie is good, I’m okay with that.
Hardboiled Horror in Chin Music
Chin Music is a new five-issue comic miniseries created by writer, Steve [30 Days of NIght] Niles and artist, Tony [Starman] Harris. Chin Music drops on April 17th in stores and online from Image Comics.
Perhaps best described as hard-boiled horror, Chin Music is the story of a man who at one point possessed all of the mystical powers of the occult and the supernatural, lost them and now works as a private eye.
USAToday ran a profile of the series along with 11 preview pages that you can see here.
Eye (for an Eye) on The Walking Dead
I like this poster for the new season of The Walking Dead which premieres on February 10th.
I can’t imagine that if you have any interest at in all The Walking Dead, that you’re not watching it. It truly is one of the best shows going. In fact, I’d say that The Walking Dead, along with Justified and Sons of Anarchy are the top three.
Meet Guillermo del Toro’s “Mama”
Guillermo del Toro introduces this short video that inspired his feature-length film, Mama.
Prepare to be creeped out.
The Most Terrifying Film You Will Ever Experience.
“The Most Terrifying Film You Will Ever Experience.”
As John Travolta said in Pulp Fiction, “That’s a bold statement.” Like Travolta, I’m more than a bit skeptical.
Do you really think that the Evil Dead remake will be “the most terrifying film you will ever experience.” Remember we’re talking about you. You’ve seen a truckload of terrifying films.
Perhaps it will be the most terrifying film I’ll ever experience. But the poster wasn’t talking to me. It was talking to you.
The Day of the Dead Lives
If you like the art above, you may want to check out the comic that goes with it. Dia De Los Muertos [aka Day of the Dead] is the brainchild of artist Riley Rossmo.
Rossmo will be joined by three different writers [each writing a self-contained story] to create the three issue anthology that drops on January 9th.
You can learn more in this brief interview with Rossmo at CBR.com.
Mars Attacks Cards Get the Treatment They Deserve
When I was a kid nearly everyone my age went through a phase where we collected bubble gum cards. I can remember collecting baseball, football, monster, Beatles, Monkees, and Batman cards. I wasn’t quite old enough to have collected Mars Attacks cards, but all of us knew their reputation.
Mars Attacks trading cards were released in 1962, but were quickly pulled because they were considered too gory for kids. Norman Saunders created paintings of the Martians blasting, burning and impaling humans in their quest to take over planet Earth. So most of us knew of the cards, but had never actually seen them. No matter, for our imaginations made the Mars Attacks cards much worse than the actual art ever could.
Now, for the first time ever…
- In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Mars Attacks, this comprehensive book is the first-ever compilation of the infamous science-fiction trading card series produced by Topps in 1962. Edgy, subversive, and darkly comedic, this over-the-top series depicting a Martian invasion of Earth has a loyal following and continues to win new generations of fans. For the first time, this book brings together high-quality reproductions of the entire original series, as well as the hard-to-find sequel from 1994, rare and never-before-seen sketches, concept art, and test market materials. Also included are an introduction by series co-creator Len Brown and an afterword by Zina Saunders, daughter of the original artist, providing an insider’s behind-the-scenes view of the bizarre and compelling world of Mars Attacks.
- Includes four Mars Attacks trading cards.
- Includes preliminary sketches and artwork, including a facsimile of the original trading card mechanical on the inside back cover, with reproduction of the 1962 handwriting from the original Topps production department.
The Mars Attacks book is a bargain and my guess is that many who buy it will be getting their first look at the cards they were never supposed to see.
Alien: The Illustrated Story
One of my all-time favorite graphic novels is Alien: The Illustrated Story by Archie Goodwin [writer] and Walt Simonson [artist]. Released at the same time as the Ridley Scott movie, Alien: The Illustrated Story not only adapts the movie, but also includes scenes which never made it into the film.
If you like Alien or comics, my guess is you’ll love Alien: The Illustrated Story.
How to Zombie-Proof Your House
Ok, so you want to zombie-proof your house, but you don’t know where to start. The diagram above may provide some assistance.
