Disney sent two high resolution images for the upcoming Tron: Legacy movie that debuted in a smaller size a few days ago. Tron is one of those movies, I remember seeing in the theaters and was always taken by the story and the early computer graphic attempts for the computer world. 28 years later, the CGI has certainly improved, and the sequel looks as slick as ever.
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Disney sent Major Spoilers images from the upcoming Nicholas Cage movie, The Sorcerer’s Apprentice. Directed by Jon Turteltabu and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, the movie is an adventure tale about a sorcerer and his apprentice who are caught in an ancient conflict between good and evil.
Disney has released another sneak peek for the upcoming Princess and the Frog movie, and we’re happy to share it here. The clip gives us a look at some more of the supporting cast, and if you like Mater from Cars, then there is a character or two you might find familiar. Get the Flash Player to see this player. via Disney
Fans of Disney’s 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea have marveled at the Nautilus for some time. Now, eFX is offering up a four foot replica of ship for you to try and fit under the tree this holiday season. Pre-oders begin on Thursday, December 10, 2009 for this 1/45th scale model. It certainly looks stunning from all angles, and if your lovable geek has space in his (or her) showroom to display this unique item then go for it. Just be prepared to fork over $1700 for the luxury of making Captain Nemo’s ship. via eFX
One of the odd movies that I really dug as a nerdy high school science student was My Science Project, released under the Touchstone Pictures banner. The 1985 sci-fi flick featured Michael (John Stockwell) and Ellie (Danielle von Zerneck) breaking into a military junkyard to find something for their school science experiment. When they fall through a fall out shelter, they find the engine to a UFO that was hidden there since the 1950s. One thing leads to another, and the duo, along with spaz Vince (Fisher Stevens) and science teacher Dennis Hopper end up turning the thing on. The…
Marvel Studios chairman David Maisel will be stepping down from his position once the Marvel/Disney acquisition is complete. Maisel is the brain behind securing funding for Marvel Entertainment, which allowed the company to finance all of the company owned films. Maisel will continue to serve asan exec producer on Marvel’s next three movies, “Iron Man 2,” “Thor” and “The First Avenger: Captain America,” while pursuing other opportunities. Kevin Feige will serve as the new lead, reporting directly to Rich Ross, the Walt Disney Studios chairman. Good or bad is yet to be determined, but it may be an indicator to…
Boom! Studios sent Major Spoilers a sneak peek of The Anchor #3, Cars: Radiator Springs #4, Farscape: D’Argo’s Quest #1, Hunter’s Fortune #2, Mickey Mouse and Friends #298, The Muppet Show Comic Book #0, Toy Story #0, and the Dead Run trade paperback. All the books arrive in stores this week, and we’re going to share this sneak peek with you, right after the jump.
Press Release Why wait until next summer’s TOY STORY 3 to get your Buzz on? BOOM Kids! has your back! With the breakout success of last Spring’s TOY STORY miniseries, BOOM Kids! announces today that as of December, TOY STORY will launch as an ongoing monthly, starting with TOY STORY #0, written by rock star Jesse Blaze Snider! “When I first saw TOY STORY years ago, I was in love,†said Snider. “It wasn’t just the idea that every toy has a secret life, but I was fascinated with the secret lives of those toys we saw in the film.…
Press Release Marvel Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: MVL), a global character-based entertainment and licensing company celebrating the 70th anniversary of its founding in 1939, announced today that it has set December 31, 2009 at 9:00 a.m. EST as the date for its special meeting of stockholders. At the special meeting, stockholders will consider and vote on the adoption of the Agreement and Plan of Merger entered into by Marvel and The Walt Disney Company (“Disneyâ€), which provides for a merger in which Marvel will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Disney. Stockholders who owned Marvel common stock at the close of business…
Disney might have something in its return to the Tron universe with Tron Legacy, but I wonder what will happen with the remake of the Black Hole? The producing/directing team of Joseph Kosinksi and Sean Baily, along with writer Travis Beacham plan to re-imagine the 1979 Disney special effects spectacular. The details of the update are being kept secret, though the take does involve grounding the story in the science of a black hole, much more so than in the original. Maximilian also would return. With Maximilian returning, there’s bound to be a few friendly robots in tow – that…
Yesterday, we showcased one of the new musical numbers from the upcoming Princess and the Frog movie. Today, Disney talks about bringing the animated genre back. Get the Flash Player to see this player. A Return to the Animated Musical
Boom! Studios sent Major Spoilers a sneak peek of titles arriving in stores December 02, 2009. Take the jump for 28 Days Later #4, Dingo #1, Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep #6, Donald Duck and Friends #348, The Incredibles #3, Kill Audio #3, and the Unthinkable trade paperback.
Press Release BOOM Studios is proud to announce that WALL-E #0 has sold out completely, sending the title into second printing. Fans should keep in mind, while Diamond Comic Distributors is completely sold out, first printings of WALL-E #0 may still be found at a direct market retailer near you.
I’m really glad Disney is bringing back the traditional animated musical, and after seeing this snippet from the upcoming Princess and the Frog, it looks like the company has a winner on its hands. Get the Flash Player to see this player. Almost There