“Star Trek”
The new trailer for “Star Trek” is available here. I really hope this movie works. I love the original series and would enjoy having more adventures of THAT crew.
Mir vs Lesnar & Hughes vs Sera
On Tuesday it was announced that on May 23rd, UFC heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar (3-1) will square off against UFC interim heavyweight champion Frank Mir (12-3 MMA). This unification bout will be their second meeting. In the first, Mir won via tapout from a leg bar in the first round.
The card will also feature the highly anticipated bout between Matt Hughes and Matt Sera. There’s no love lost between these two and you can bet that trash talk will lead up to sparks in the ring.
At this point, I’d have to say that the smart money is on Lesnar in the title bout and Hughes in the battle of the Matts. I have to admit that I’ll probably be pulling for the underdogs when May 23rd rolls around.
Everything is Amazing and Nobody is Happy
Louis CK makes some very perceptive and funny comments in support of his belief that “Everything is amazing and nobody is happy!”
[An amazed and happy tip of the derby to Neatorama.com for the link.]
“Public Enemies” Trailer
The “Public Enemies” trailer is now available here. While it looks okay to pretty good, I was expecting more. Let’s hope that more is what we get.
The Rocketeer is Coming Again!
IDW Publishing recently announced that in October they will release two editions of Dave Stevens’ “The Rocketeer.” Both editions will feature all of Stevens’ Rocketeer material in a single volume [recolored by Laura Martin — the colorist that Stevens handpicked]. The project’s editor, Scott Dunbier said the deluxe edition will be:
“Oversized, about 8 x 12 inches, and loaded with unpublished Dave Stevens Rocketeer art. There will be tons of drawings, sketches, cover roughs—100 pages of them! How’s that for the ultimate Rocketeer collection?”
Pretty good, I’d say.
“Public Enemies” Minus One
Here’s a look at the poster for “Public Enemies” starring Johnny Depp and Christian Bale. I like the iconic look of the poster but am a bit surprised that Bale wasn’t also featured on it. The movie could be a winner [based on the cast and the subject matter].
ABC Kills “Life on Mars”
I was disappointed to just read that ABC has cancelled Life on Mars. The good news is that the series starring Jason O’Mara, Gretchen Mol, Harvey Keitel, Michael Imperioli, Jonathon Murphy and occasional guest star Lisa Bonet will be allowed to complete the season and resolve the mystery that propelled the series. Namely why a modern day cop “suddenly, mysteriously finds himself transported back to the 1970s, where the rules are dramatically different.”
I really hate to see this series end. I’d been with it since the premiere and enjoyed every episode. At least “Life on Mars” will get to resolve the mystery that kept fans coming back for more.
“Terminator Salvation” Trailer Provides Some
The second theatrical trailer for Terminator Salvation can now be seen below. This trailer makes me want to see Terminator Salvation just a bit more.
Dave Johnson & Howard Chaykin Pull No Punches
It’s no secret that I’m a Dave Johnson fan. It’s no secret that I’m a Howard Chaykin fan. Up until today I did not know that Howard Chaykin is a HUGE Dave Johnson fan. At WonderCon this past weekend Chaykin helped moderate a panel along with and about Dave Johnson. As you can imagine, it was insightful, funny, informative and pulled no punches. Here’s a taste from a CBR.com report:
Chaykin: . “Dave is consistently the finest cover designer working in the field today. He finds the bridge between the intellectual and the emotional.”
Johnson {when he was praised and not fired after submitting a radical cover): “I realized I just had to be fearless (when creating a cover).”
Johnson (on his influences): “John Byrne, Michael Golden. Byrne is a total *******, though—I met him once and I vowed never to do that again.” Chaykin chimed in again: “The good thing about Byrne is, as long as he’s alive, you know you never have to be the most despised man in comics.”
The piece by Dave Sikula is really well written and informative. It goes on to tell how Steranko vindicated Johnson after he was over-ruled by an editor, why it’s tough to be the cover artist for Eduardo Risso, what Byrne, Art Adams and Michael Golden have in common, how Johnson approaches covers and much more. You can read the whole piece right here.
Terminator Salvation Posters
IMPAwards.com scored several “Terminator Salvation” posters which you can see in a much bigger size here.
The Last Days of American Crime
It was nearly six years ago when I first posted about, the very talented writer and artist, Rick Remender. It’s funny to note, that even in that very first piece, I was excited to hear about Rick’s proposal for “The Last Days of American Crime.” As the years have rolled by Rick has gone on to write, draw and create some really cool comics [Fear Agent, XXXombies, etc.], but it has always been “The Last Days of American Crime” that I’ve wanted to see.
The great news is the wait is almost over. “The Last Days of American Crime” will debut later this year in a three issue [48 pages each] mini-series with art by Greg Tocchini.
Another Bad Day for Jack
Although there’s a lot of discussion about Jack Bauer’s methods and use of torture, fans of the show have been given some relief. 24 is scheduled to begin filming it’s eighth season starting in May. Bauer will be back [along with potential love interest Annie Werching].
Derek Fridolf’s “Jack Carter”
Derek Fridolfs offers a free headsketch with every sketchbook purchased through his website. I own two pieces by Derek and am looking forward to more. You can check out Derek’s work here.
MegaCon Report
I made it over to MegaCon yesterday. I got to touch base with John Higashi, Hal, Matt Haloub, Andy Smith, John Beatty [with Bob McLeod and Jason Sobel at the tables on either side], Mark Dail, Pat Broderick, Mike Kott, Joe Pekar, Derek Donovan, and Jimmy Sanders. I split the day between hanging out at Beatty’s table [he got me in on a guest pass] and walking the show with Hal. It was a really enjoyable day.
I picked up two pieces for my Stallone collection. Ron Salas did a very nice Rambo headshot [usually it’s Rambo giving someone a headshot and not the other way around] and Mitch Byrd [who I’d wanted to get a piece from for years] did an amazing Jack Carter sketch. I’ll post them soon.
FX is coming up in April. I plan to attend. Anyone else going?
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Mood: Tired
Listening to: Every Time I Move I Lose by LTD
Reading: Another Life by Andrew Vachss
Watching: Medium
Playing: Internet Spades
Eating: Muffin
Drinking: Diet Coke [goes good with the muffin]
~whoisrico Mar 1, 2009 Professional General Artist
Aw man, I’ve never seen Mitch Byrd at a show! I woulda sent you some cash to get me a saucy Batgirl if I was paying attention!
~CJZ Mar 1, 2009
Rico,
I’d been hoping for a piece from him for a couple of years. You would have died to see some of the art he had. His Hellboy piece was amazing. He did a King Kong for a guy that was so cool. He charges twenty bucks for a basic commission. More for pre-done pieces. The highest price I saw was $75. Many of his pre-done sketches were five bucks a piece.
I think he is going to be at FX in April. I plan to attend and will let you know as the date gets closer.
~whoisrico Mar 2, 2009 Professional General Artist
Aw man! 5 bucks?! dang!
~CJZ Mar 2, 2009
Yeah, it was amazing.
RIP: Paul Harvey
Radio legend, Paul Harvey passed away today at the age of 90. The cause of death was not immediately known. Mr. Harvey, known for his distinctive voice and speaking style, became a national icon when his radio program went national in 1951. In time he became the most popular and most listened-to radio personality in America.
I remember enjoying his broadcasts even as a youngster. Mr. Harvey had two catch phrases: “Stand by for news!” [which began his broadcast] and “Now you know the rest of the story.” Paul Harvey’s broadcasts had the feel of a trusted friend commenting on items from the daily paper. He will be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mr. Harvey’s family, friends and fans.
