The ‘To Read’ List:
Moriarty: the Dark Chamber by Daniel Corey, Anthony Diecidue, Perry Freeze, and Dave Lanphear
The Umbrella Academy: Apocalypse Suite by Gerard Way and Gabriel Ba
The Light by Nathan Edmondson and Brett Weldele
The Re(a)d Diary by Steven T. Seagle and Teddy Kristiansen
Read This Week:
Lost Dogs by Jeff Lemire
The Underwater Welder by Jeff Lemire
At the 2012 Saturn Awards, actor Craig Parker (Lord of the Rings, Spartacus: Vengeance) talks with Fanboy Comics Managing Editor Barbra Dillon about why he prefers sci-fi over fantasy, his work on Spartacus, and how it feels to have crucifixion be an average part of a great day!
At the 2012 Saturn Awards, actor Bruce Greenwood (Star Trek, Super 8) talks with Fanboy Comics Managing Editor Barbra Dillon about his role in the sequel to the JJ Abrams Star Trek reboot, why he enjoys voice acting, and his upcoming projects, including Flight with Denzel Washington.
The following is an interview with Stephen Prescott, the host of the Doctor Who-themed podcast, A Mad Man with a Box. In this interview, Fanboy Comics Senior Contributor Drew Siragusa talks with Prescott about giving Whovians a forum to share their fan love, his own favorite episode, and what he looks forward to with the upcoming 50th anniversary.
This interview was conducted on August 1, 2012.
*Photo by Katharine Forman
52 Catch Up is a series devoted to looking at issues from DC's New 52 and seeing how they're faring now that they're underway, why they're worth reading (or not), and places we hope they will go in time.
Concept:
Dialing 4376 (HERO) at a mysterious phone booth transforms Nelson Jent into a new superhero every single time. He begins to use his new gifts to help his friend Darren who has gotten in deep with the local criminals, but Nelson is about to get in way over his head.
MAJOR SPOILERS BELOW
Fanboy Comics Contributor Jason Enright brings you his top comic book picks for the week.
Batman #12
by Scott Snyder and Becky Cloonan
Batman #12 is unlike any Batman comic I have ever read before, and I could not be happier. Scott Snyder tells an amazing story about a young woman who is inspired by Batman to change her life for the better, and in doing so he may have just created a new favorite Bat character. What really stands out about this book thoughout is the amazing art by Becky Cloonan. Her style is fresh, vibrant, and, unlike a lot of the darker art we're used to in Batman books, a lot of fun. Even better, Snyder writes to her strengths, so that her style fits this story perfectly. You will definitely want to pick up this book, as it may be the standout issue of the year, and you definitely don't want to miss the introduction of Harper Row, the coolest new DC character.
Any history geeks reading this article will be well aware that today, August 7th, marks the birthday of Elizabeth Bathory, the noblewoman and horrific serial killer who terrorized Eastern Europe in the 16th and 17th centuries. The frightful terror, who was believed to bathe in virgin blood to maintain her youth and beauty, will be the villainess in Weirdsmobile Productions' upcoming feature film, Chastity Bites. In order to celebrate their villainess' birth, Weirdsmobile is debuting a music video for TL Forsberg’s single, “Liquid Love.” The video, in which Forsberg portrays a Bathory-esque character, can be found on the production company's YouTube Channel.
At the 2012 Saturn Awards, actor Nick Tarabay (Spartacus, Star Trek 2) talks with Fanboy Comics Managing Editor Barbra Dillon about his work on Spartacus, his love of fantasy and science fiction, and his non-denial about his participation in the new Star Trek film!
At the 2012 Saturn Awards, actress Lin Shaye (A Nightmare on Elm Street, Critters, There's Something About Mary) talks with Fanboy Comics Managing Editor Barbra Dillon about her work in the horror genre, what draws her to her projects, and what she has coming up next!
Nathan Edmondson writes the best action/thriller comics today. He has killed it with books like The Activity, Who is Jake Ellis?, and Grifter. So, there was no doubt in my mind that Dancer, his latest creation would be just as awesome. Even though I highly enjoy his work, I've been especially impressed with Dancer. What makes Nathan's work especially poignant are the characters he crafts and the relationships he builds for them. Between all the intrigue, violence, and mystery, he manages to fit very realistic human moments in all of his books. Without giving away too much about this series' unique twist, let's just say that Dancer has one of the more unique hero/villain relationships and that really shines through in this issue.