BREAKING MOVIE/TV NEWS

Monday, November 10, 2008

Sneak Peek 'Mortal Kombat vs DC Universe'...

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"...For the first time in the series, players will step outside the Mortal Kombat universe to assume the heroic identities of world-renowned characters from the DC Universe, including SUPERMAN, BATMAN and WONDER WOMAN, as they join video game icons such as Scorpion, Sub-Zero and Raiden. Making a fiendish appearance alongside their comic counterparts will be notorious DC Universe villains such as CATWOMAN, LEX LUTHOR and The Joker, who along with MK favorites such as Liu Kang, Sonya and Shao Kahn, all play a part in unraveling the mystery of what has caused these two universes to collide .."

“We are proud to release to manufacturing "Mortal Kombat vs DC Universe", the culmination of two years of effort and a rewarding collaboration with our friends at Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and DC Comics,” said Ed Boon, executive producer/co-creator of the Mortal Kombat franchise.

"So far the response has been overwhelmingly positive and enthusiastic, and I can’t wait to get this into the hands of MK diehards and DC Comics fans alike when the game becomes available on Nov. 16 in North America and Nov. 21 throughout Europe! “

"Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe" is licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, and will be available for the PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system and Xbox 360 video game system and entertainment system from Microsoft.




Marvel's ''Black Panther' Makes A BET...

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BET Networks and Marvel Animation have announced that a new animated TV series, based on the Marvel Comics' character THE BLACK PANTHER will be voiced by Oscar-nominated actor Djimon Hounsou.

The animated series is slated to premiere in 2009, adapted directly from the first six issues of the Marvel Comic written by Reginald Hudlin (issues #1 - #6, "Who Is The Black Panther").

"BET is thrilled to have Djimon Hounsou join us as the voice of THE BLACK PANTHER," said Denys Cowan, Senior Vice President, Animation for BET Networks.

"He is a talented, compelling actor who will be the perfect voice for such an important Super Hero in the Marvel universe and such a moment in this historic environment."

"Having Djimon Hounsou voice the lead character in this new series speaks to the power of the character and the partnership between BET and Marvel Animation," said Eric Rollman, President of Marvel Animation.

"The Black Panther animated series is Marvel's entree into prime-time animation and Djimon raises the bar for all involved as we bring the best in the animation business together to execute on that vision."

"It's a blessing for African Americans and minorities to have a Super Hero they can identify with," said Hounsou.

"While the Black Panther is a powerful force for good, he is also a respected world leader who takes pride in his African heritage. He embodies the past and future of his culture, demonstrating the endless possibilities of an Africa that is truly free...."



We Watch The 'Watchmen'...

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When "Captain America" Throws His Mighty Shield...

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Joe "The Wolfman" Johnston will direct “First Avenger: Captain America” for Marvel Studios, with Marvel's Kevin Feige producing.

"This is a guy who designed the vehicles for 'Star Wars' and storyboarded the convoy action sequence for 'Raiders of the Lost Ark,' " Feige said about Johnston.

"From 'Rocketeer' to 'October Sky' to 'The Wolf Man,' you can look at pieces of his movies and see how they lead to this one."

'Captain America' is the alter ego of 'Steve Rogers', who is rejected by the Army for being too sickly and then undergoes an experiment that takes him to the pinnacle of human form.

The character was created in 1941 but then disappeared in the 1950s. He was revived during the early Marvel era and reintroduced as part of the "Avengers".

"Captain America", scheduled for release May 6, 2011, will be set during World War II...