Two years ago, Fanboys wrapped production, but has yet to see the light of day. Now, thanks to protesting fanboys the film will get a DVD release.
“Fanboys,” about four diehard “Star Wars” fans who break into George Lucas’ Skywalker Ranch in order to see “The Phantom Menace” on the eve of its release, wrapped production two years ago and has been stuck in limbo as a tug-of-war between Harvey Weinstein and the filmmakers waged over competing versions of the movie.
According to the Hollywood Reporter, Weinstein’s company will release two versions of the DVD; one that features the “cancer line” story, and one that does not.
Wednesday, March 19th, 2008--by Stephen Schleicher
Bryan is MIA this week so it is up to Rodrigo and Stephen to review Thor #1-6, War is Hell: The First Flight of the Phantom Eagle #1, The Foundation #3, and a whole lot more!
At ShoWest this past week, George Lucas dropped by to hype Star Wars: Clone Wars animated film and TV series.
Lucas described the film, which takes place between episodes two and three of the series, as “a stylised cartoon, it’s not photo real…it’s in a Gerry Anderson style, Thunderbirds. The characters have painted surfaces - they look like they’ve been painted.” He also told us that it will feature all the major characters from the films. “It’s got everyone,” he said. “Yoda, The Emperor… everybody that’s in the features is in the animated series. It’s just as if we took the feature and just continued it in an animation style.”
Drawbacks? Well, the original cast won’t be lending their voices to the characters, so that is a bit of let down. The article over at Empire Online also points out the television series won’t feature any characters from the films, but rather tells a story between episodes III and IV that only slightly references characters like the Emperor.
If people are worried about the live action television show sucking, keep this in mind. I loved the Stargate movie, and the thought of turning it into a television series had me turned off initially, but now some 10 years later, it is still going in one form or another.
Tuesday, February 19th, 2008--by Stephen Schleicher
Yes, I will be seeing this.
Regardless of what the mass audience thinks, I didn’t hate everything that happened in the first three movies (except for young Anakin, Jar-Jar Binks, the pod race - well pretty much everything except the fight scenes in the first movie), and I did get a kick out of the Clone Wars animated series.
The trailer looks hot, let’s hope Lucas doesn’t screw this one up.
Monday, February 18th, 2008--by Stephen Schleicher
More Indiana Jones stuff is headed your way in 2008, including a fairly inexpensive Indiana Jones Mini Bust ($55.00). Take the jump for a peek at some of the licensed products from Gentle Giant.
Sunday, February 17th, 2008--by Stephen Schleicher
My son and I are already playing with our LEGO Indiana Jones playsets… okay, he’s only 8 months old, so most of the playing is being done by your’s truly. In addition to more Indiana Jones sets coming this year, LEGO has also announced new sets from its other licensed toy line, including Speed Racer, and you don’t want to miss the new Batman line that will feature the first Harley Quinn minifig. (more…)
Wednesday, October 17th, 2007--by Stephen Schleicher
George Lucas announced yesterday he is planning on bringing the Star Wars franchise to a live action television series soon. In an interview with the Los Angeles Times, Lucas said he was just beginning work, but did say the series will feature minor characters from the movies and will not feature any of the Skywalker clan.
This shouldn’t be confused with the animated series Lucas is also working on called Star Wars: The Clone Wars.
Monday, September 24th, 2007--by Stephen Schleicher
Dark Horse Comics has announced a huge Star Wars crossover event that will spill through the pages of Knights of the Old Republic, Legacy, Rebellion, and Dark Times and will introduce new characters that will tie all the titles together.
When a terrible vision reaching more than 4,000 years into the future alerts the secret Jedi Covenant to the importance of Taris, they activate an operative already on this planet overrun by Mandalorians. There, in the deadly Undercity, a monstrous, ancient threat is unleashed that plunges Zayne Carrick, the Padawan accused of killing his fellow students, into an adventure which will eventually span four thousand years and involve Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, and the principles of the Legacy series!
Star Wars: Vector will launch in January 2008 in the pages of Knights of the Old Republic.
Thursday, September 13th, 2007--by Stephen Schleicher
Dark Horse Comics has sent Major Spoilers the solicitation information and cover images for titles shipping in December 2007. Take the jump for the complete list that includes all the Indiana Jones you could want in one volume, Mike Mignola goodness, everyone’s favorite Buffy the Vampire Slayer (and Faith too), lots of Conan, and Star Wars, Star Wars, Star Wars!
Some of you may have heard of a little movie called Star Wars that came out in 1977. Topps is getting into the act to celebrate the 30th anniversary, and asked Josh Howard to help out.
I was recently invited to contribute 200 sketch cards to the upcoming Star Wars 30th Anniversary card set from Topps. Needless to say, I’m thrilled to be a (very small) part of something that’s shaped my life in so many ways.
Head over to Josh’s site to see all the cards in one go. Awesome work as usual Josh!
Tuesday, October 17th, 2006--by Diamond Comic Distributors
Imperial Briefing Room” Captures Classic Moment from A New Hope
Just in time to mark the 30th anniversary of one of the world’s biggest film and merchandising franchises, Hasbro Toys will reunite the commanders of the Galactic Empire’s most formidable weapon — and invite Star Wars fans everywhere to their meeting with the Star Wars: “Imperial Briefing Room” Previews Exclusive Action Figure Pack, the latest addition to a growing line of Previews Exclusive Star Wars toys offered by Diamond Comic Distributors.
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