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Emma Roberts blames “internet culture” for turning Madame Web into a joke

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Nowadays, memes can make or break a film. In the case of Madame Web, though, one of the actors behind the project feels that the internet ruined the film’s chances. Promoting her new film Space Cadet [read our ★ review here]. Emma Roberts was asked to reflect on the reception of Madame Web and its […]

Comic Book Preview – Star Wars: Ahsoka #1

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Marvel Comics kicks off its adaptation of Lucasfilm’s Disney+ series Star Wars: Ahsoka this Wednesday, and we have the official preview of the first issue for you below; take a look… After the fall of THE EMPIRE, AHSOKA TANO stalks the galaxy for GRAND ADMIRAL THRAWN! A valuable prisoner escapes New Republic custody; a search […]

Marvel’s Halloween Trick-Or-Read to dish out free comic book treats this October

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Marvel Comics has announced that its Halloween Trick-Or-Read initiative will continue this year, with the publisher offering fans the chance to take a trip to the Marvel Universe with the release of five special – and completely free – issues reprinting a selection of stories including the latest adventures of the Fantastic Four, the headlining […]

Comic Book Preview – Hulk: Blood Hunt #1

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Marvel Comics releases Hulk: Blood Hunt #1 on Wednesday, and you can get yourself a sneak peek at the issue below with the official preview… WHAT LIES BENEATH! Hulk and Banner’s quest to save Charlie’s soul leads them through the Old West town of OLD TUCSON, population of one… but the last man in town […]

Marvel’s long-delayed Blade movie eyeing November start date

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After years and years of waiting, Mahershala Ali is finally getting to don the iconic fangs of Blade. It’s been a bumpy ride, but according to a recent report, Marvel Studio’s Blade film tentatively has a production start date of November 1st. With a writer in tow and two actors remaining (Ali and Mia Goth), […]

The Russo Brothers turned away for Marvel’s Avengers 5?

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Is Marvel Studios done with the Russo brothers? Rumors are swirling that the filmmaker duo that brought to life Captain America: Winter Soldier, Captain America: Civil War, Avengers: Infinity War and the second highest-grossing film ever, Avengers: Endgame, have yet to be wanted back at Marvel. Is it the fault of the directing duo, or […]

Comic Book Preview – Spider-Man: Reign 2 #1

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Marvel Comics launches Spider-Man: Reign 2 this Wednesday, and you can get yourself a sneak peek preview of the first issue right now with the official preview below… BACK TO THE (AMAZING SPIDER-MAN’S) FUTURE! Award-winning writer/artist Kaare Andrews returns to the world of SPIDER-MAN’S dystopian future in this sequel to the landmark, genre-defying SPIDER-MAN: REIGN! […]

Hasbro unveils Transformers, Marvel and Star Wars exclusives for SDCC

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With the 2024 San Diego Comic-Con International fast approaching, Hasbro has unveiled three more of its exclusives for the upcoming pop culture celebration, which will be available in limited quantities on the convention floor as well as via Hasbro Pulse following the event.  Along with a Transformers Legacy ‘Fractured Friendship’ two-pack featuring Megatron and Orion […]

Comic Book Preview – Star Wars: The High Republic #9

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Marvel Comics releases Star Wars: The High Republic #9 on Wednesday, and you can check out the official preview of the issue below… ASSAULT ON FORTRESS BOOLAN! A secret space station is on the point of collapse as THE NAMELESS close in! A foe turned ally reaches a crossroads while loyal companions risk everything to […]