Check Out Some Pics From #SDCC2015!

The Comic-Con uproar has since fizzled from last weekend's electricity over many of the gems that fans got to view and observe. Simultaneously, with the event being one of the biggest, it's also something I currently don't get to attend since distance is reigning factor in that regard, and for this, I was kindly met with an opportunity by independent filmmaker Mark Anthony Gadia, a friend in the area who managed to visit the event for a few days and was willing to snap a few detailed and up-close photos of a few of the booths and their various exhibits, namely Legendary's Warcraft scenery, costumes on full display for several  WB/DC Entertainment properties, a quick pic of Marvel's Agent Carter series star, actress Peggy Atwell, and more.

Granted it's been four days since I got these and I haven't had the time to work on editing this post, but I hope it offers a little something to your fandom as it does mine. Special thanks to Mark for hooking this up and taking the time to bring these to our attention, and by all means, follow him on YoutubeFacebook and Twitter! 

@FCSyndicate - #SDCC2015

SDCC 2015: The New Extended Trailer For BATMAN V SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE Is Here!

This will pretty much be one of the few memorable highlights from this year's installation of San Diego Comic-Con: It's this weekend's trailer for next year's Batman V. Superman: Dawn of Justice from director Zack Snyder. It's a battle between ideologies and very differing definitions of what it truly means to be a hero.

Someone will bleed, indeed. Check it out below!

Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice

SDCC 2015: Warner Bros Announces Its Hall-H Presentation Slate

Heads are going to explode next weekend.

The haterade has since long dissipated since the first teasers aired between last summer and this Spring for Zack Snyder's Batman V. Superman: Dawn Of Justice, and now fans have commense clamoring for an exclusive look at the film arriving March Of next year. It's one of three titles being represented by Warner Bros. along with the remaining two, Guy Ritchie's The Man From U.N.C.L.E. and Joe Wright's Pan, both heading to theaters this coming August and October, respectively, although obviously the former is the biggest headliner. Considering Marvel isn't showing up, the studio behind DC Entertainment's ambitious slate should have plenty of room to lay out just how it will follow up two years of hype following Man Of Steel.

More can be seen at the official Comic-Con International website. Beyond that, cue the press release!

Warner Bros. Pictures continues its tradition of delivering its most anticipated tentpole properties and their biggest stars to Comic-Con International: San Diego with this year’s Hall H presentation. 

On Saturday, July 11, beginning at 10:30 a.m., Warner Bros. will showcase several of its upcoming feature releases and offer up a surprise or two as well. 

Keen to deliver a taste of one of next year’s most eagerly awaited pairings, director Zack Snyder and stars Ben Affleck and Henry Cavill take the main stage with “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.” They are joined by castmates Amy Adams, Jesse Eisenberg, Jeremy Irons, Holly Hunter and Gal Gadot for a sneak peek at the 2016 action adventure that brings the Super Heroes together on the big screen for the very first time, from Warner Bros. Pictures and RatPac-Dune Entertainment. 

From “Pan,” Hugh Jackman, Garrett Hedlund and Peter himself, Levi Miller, together with director Joe Wright, soar into town with their high-flying adventure, coming to theaters this fall from Warner Bros. Pictures and RatPac-Dune Entertainment. 

And Cavill once again takes the stage, this time with Armie Hammer, a duo with a very different dynamic in this summer’s fresh, über-stylish actioner from filmmaker Guy Ritchie, “The Man from U.N.C.L.E.,” along with fellow stars Alicia Vikander and Elizabeth Debicki. 

Sue Kroll, President, Worldwide Marketing and International Distribution, stated, “Comic-Con provides us a fantastic opportunity to interact with the fans and this year, as with every year, our aim is to surpass their expectations. We’re also thrilled to give our filmmakers and talent a chance to experience the unique energy and enthusiasm of Comic-Con.” 

With “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice,” “The Man from U.N.C.L.E.” and “Pan” headlining the bill, Warner Bros. will also present some unexpected offerings that are sure to delight the crowd.

Oh Look! The Damn Teaser For BATMAN V SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE Is Finally Here!

Well, it took a little handwringing thanks to an unceremonious leak, but Warner Bros. finally decided to release the first official trailer for the upcoming superhero showdown, Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice on March 25, 2016. No Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor and no Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman - we just see our two heroes highlit in various shots throughout a grim monologue that delves into contemplative theology pertaining to superheroes as "false gods" and their purpose compared to that of mortals. Of course, for our dear Ben Affleck as Bruce Wayne opposite returning actor Henry Cavill following the destructive events in Man Of Steel a few years ago, clearly it's a bit more personal. Clearly.

There may be more than one trailer now that this one is out and about, as a second may actually grant its audience its previously-scheduled exclusive IMAX screening on Monday more new footage before a possible unveiling on May 15 in front of Mad Max: Fury Road. At any rate, at least this one is finally going viral and in much better quality, although while this isn't the first time a studio has suffered from an early trailer leak after a micro promo teaser (see Avengers: Age Of Ultron), it surely won't be the last, as frustrating as it is. Preferably, the first teaser trailer any day this week would have been fine without the overhype, but, I digress.

Nice save, WB...for now. As for the teaser...nice!!!

WONDER WOMAN Gets Patty Jenkins To Direct!

It's been two days since veteran television showrunner Michelle MacLaren reportedly left Warner Bros. long-awaited production of its forthcoming DCCU property, Wonder Woman, following her attachment to the film back in November last year. Alas, it was probably good that the studio stayed awake and in case things didn't work out right away, and luckily, troubleshooting this one issue wasn't so difficult.

Word from THR states that Patty Jenkins has been tapped to replace McLaren who departed the film citing "creative differences". Jenkins is best known for her work on her multi-award-winning 2003 debut crime pic, Monster, and was once tappd to direct the 2013 release of Thor: The Dark World herself before Terminator Genisys helmer Alan Taylor took the chair. The film is eyeing a June 23, 2017 release with actress Gal Gadot leading this, one of several appearances throughout Warner Bros. brewing DC Comics-based cinematic universe, including next year's Batman Vs. Superman: Dawn Of Justice.

The news also comes as it appears rumors are now circulating that Marvel may be circling actress Angelina Jolie to direct the Carol Danvers-led version of Captan Marvel. That's another story, of course, and indeed, it IS a week for superhero movie hype if there ever was, especially with five-seconds out of tomorrow being the most important five-seconds of your life if you're a DC fan.

Keep your eyes peeled for more info!

Will James Wan Direct AQUAMAN For Warner Bros.?

July 7, 2018 is the date set for Warner Bros. to unveil its forthcoming take on Aquaman in theaters for which actor Jason Momoa is officially starring in. Plotwise, not much is known about how the film, based on the classic DC Comics character created by Mort Weisinger and Paul Norris in 1941, will follow its title character's expected appearance in next year's Batman V. Superman: Dawn Of Justice, but currently things may be picking up a bit in terms of who will direct.

In lieu of this, the current box-office success being had by Furious Seven has undoubtedly left a mark for its director, James Wan who is currently developing a sequel to his 2013 horror flick, The Conjuring. Of course, now that his recent effort in Universal Pictures' Fast franchise is doing so well, he has an option to return for another which won't be filming any time soon while the studio could very well plant a flag for its release sometime at the end of the month or later. Then again, Wan may also have another option on the table as it now appears that Warner Bros. appears to be circling him as a choice to direct, according to a recent report from THR via CBR.

Time will tell if and when Wan will be made an offer, and should he accept, he will be helming from either scripts by Will Beall and Kurt Johnstad. As for Batman V. Superman: Dawn Of Justice, a teaser for that one could arrive as early as the theatrical release of Mad Max: Fury Road on May 15.

All eyes here for more details as they follow, while Furious Seven continues its reign at the box-office.

Jason Momoa Rules In A New AQUAMAN Photo By Zack Snyder

While director Zack Snyder's twitter account continues to be a source of major fandom for the upcoming March 25, 2016 release of Batman V. Superman: Dawn Of Justice, a new photo is now going viral presenting actor Jason Momoa as the King Of The Seven Seas himself, Aquaman. Momoa was finally confirmed for the role last summer after months and months of fleeting press coverage denying his involvement with Warner Bros's DC Movie slate.

The pic's virility has already generated a massive response from fans, though there are a few folks who still have their opinions on why he doesn't look like his usual comic book self... Seriously, some people are just silly.

There is only one true King. #unitetheseven pic.twitter.com/RDFG8jbuI6
— ZackSnyder (@ZackSnyder) February 20, 2015

Batman V. Superman: Dawn Of Justice is the first of a new slate of films expected to arrive between now and 2020 as Warner Bros. looks to duke it out with Walt Disney Co.'s Marvel slate which is already in progress. The good thing here is that 2013's Man Of Steel has already generated quite the momentum for the rest of the story to play out the way Snyder needs it to since he's directing the Justice League twofer between 2017 and 2019.

As for who is directing Aquaman, it could be Snyder, but we'll see. Kurt Johnstad and Will Beall are writing the script for the standalone Aquaman movie's July 27, 2018 release.

Click here to view the rest of the slate of WB/DC movie slate and stay tuned for more info!

A CASE FOR BETTER ACTION MOVIES: Tyrese For GREEN LANTERN? Yay or Nay?

Green Lantern? Ask me anything about movies other than this, because I know very little of the mythology behind the character off the top of my head. But, with the property now poised for a potential inclusion in Warner Bros.'s currently brewing DC movieverse between 2017 and 2020, actor and musician Tyrese Gibson is now fastracking his own campaign to claim the lead role.

The most recent live-action portrayal came from actor Ryan Renyolds in a 2011 adaptation that ultimately flopped, which is probably a good thing considering he should have already been filming Deadpool by then at least. Me? Well, I enjoy spectacle as much as anyone and I actually thought the studio would ultimately make its money back, so now that we already know that's not the case and a rebooted take on the role is imminent, perhaps Gibson has a shot, and you know what? I approve.

Gibson has plenty of momentum with the popularity he's gained from roles in blockbuster franchises in the Transformers and Fast And Furious franchises. Point in fact, the first film in which he caught my attention was helmer Vondie Curtis-Hall's 2006 crime thriller, Waist Deep, which was panned by some critics even though I enjoyed it myself; if anything, it helped introduce a new actor to pay attention to, and gladly, movie goers have taken notice.

To be frank, Gibson had me laughing during my viewing of Fast And Furious 6 in 2013, but in an assuredly good way; Nowadays, I largely find supporting comedy relief roles a thing to be weary of, because if I'm not laughing much amid the thrills, chances are I'll be as annoyed as I was while watching T.J. Miller failing in Transformers: Age Of Extinction (and for the record, that's not Miller's fault at all as it comes down to shitty, lazy writing). With Gibson though, it was very much the opposite, and aside from absolutely loving the Fast And Furious franchise, Gibson's acting as well as his caliber as a social media powerhouse make him a definitive contender for a lead superhero role.

So there I am, on the record. I approve and support Gibson's push to be the next Green Lantern, and I sincerely hope Warner Bros. heeds to this. No doubt that they'll certainly look into their own choices, although I ask humbly that they not only consider him, but also consider choosing him as well. Who knows? The right director, coupled with Gibson passion for the character could very well do for Green Lantern what Zack Snyder is very well about to do with his involvement on the DC movie slate.

We'll learn more in time and hopefully this picks up steam, but comment below and share your reactions if any. And by all means... mark your calendars for April 3, 2015 to catch Gibson in Furious 7 from Universal Pictures.

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