Tag Archives: Iron Man

Downey, Jr. and Galifianakis Get A ‘Due Date’

Posted on October 2, 2009 by Bob Starr

Since playing the leading role in Iron Man Robert Downey, Jr. has rocketed back onto the film scene and everyone it seems wants to work with him. The latest is director Todd Phillips in his new film Due Date. If … Continue reading →

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Norton Talks Hulk In ‘The Avengers’

Posted on September 26, 2009 by Bob Starr

Since the official announcement came out that Marvel Studios was going to make The Avengers movie, I’ve maintained this would be the biggest comic book film ever. Coordinating the efforts to bring so many Marvel characters together, specifically Iron Man, … Continue reading →

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Columbia Circling ‘Ghost Rider’ Sequel

Posted on September 24, 2009 by Jennifer Tomooka

With the Marvel/Disney deal looming, the race is on for studios to secure properties. Variety is reporting that Columbia Pictures is working on a sequel to Ghost Rider, with David Goyer reportedly in talks to create the story, as well … Continue reading →

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Brand New ‘Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2’ Launch Trailer

Posted on September 11, 2009 by Chris Ullrich

Previously, we brought you the first of our two new video game trailers for today. That one was for the upcoming Electronic Arts and Double Fine game Brutal Legend, featuring the voice and likeness of Jack Black. This time we’ve … Continue reading →

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The Flickcast

Posted on September 9, 2009 by Chris Ullrich

Hello friends. Due to the Labor Day holiday and because even your intrepid podcast team needs a day off now and then, we won’t be having a podcast this week. Sorry for the inconvenience. We will return next week with … Continue reading →

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The Pull List Comic Reviews: ‘Fall Out Toy Works’, ‘Invincible Iron Man’ & ‘The Torch’

Posted on September 4, 2009 by John Carle

To check out yesterday’s reviews of “things that should stay dead”, make sure to click here for yesterday’s The Pull List. Fall Out Toy Works #1 – Image – $3.99 Score: 7.0 When Gerard Way from My Chemical Romance had … Continue reading →

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Marvel Comics On Sale This Week

Posted on August 31, 2009 by Joe Gillis

Even with the just announced sale of Marvel to Disney, its still business as usual at the comic book company. And that means, of course, brand new comics coming out this Wednesday. So, for those of you who eagerly await … Continue reading →

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Disney to Buy Marvel

Posted on August 31, 2009 by Chris Ullrich

The Walt Disney Co. has agreed to acquire Marvel Ent. in a stock and cash transaction worth $4 billion. Under the terms of the deal, Marvel shareholders would receive $30 per share in cash plus approximately 0.745 Disney shares for … Continue reading →

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