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Best Toys of Comic-Con 2009
- Aug. 4, 2009
- By Aaron McFarland
Along with all of its other roles, Comic-Con is one of the coolest toy stores in the universe. Here are a few of my favorites from 2009!
Shane Acker and Elijah Wood Talk About 9
- Sept. 8, 2009
- By Beth Accomando
On 9-9-09 the film "9" will be opening. Hmm? Think they planned that? At Comic-Con this past July filmmaker Shane Acker and voice actor Elijah Wood spoke with me about bringing Acker's UCLA student film to the big screen. See the video of their interviews.
District 9 Comic-Con Panel Highlights
- Aug. 18, 2009
- By Beth Accomando
Here's one last post about "District 9" (currently in theaters). Here are more highlights from the Comic-Con panel on "District 9" with producer Peter Jackson, director Neill Blomkamp, and actor Sharlto Copley. I mainly posted this because you can also see footage from the film in case you're still not sure about checking it out in theaters .
Trailer Tuesday: Twilight New Moon
- Aug. 18, 2009
- By Beth Accomando
Trailer Tuesday is back! Once again I will start posting trailers for upcoming films every Tuesday. Today take a look at the trailer for the next installment of the "Twilight" saga that Summit Entertainment debuted last Friday at the head of "Bandslam." But after all the hype they gave it, it turns out to be a mere tease.
How Halo Became District 9
- Aug. 14, 2009
- By Beth Accomando
See a video of producer Peter Jackson at Comic-Con talking about how his project to bring "Halo" to the screen morphed into the new sci-fi film "District 9" (opening August 14 in San Diego). And look for my review and the Teen Critic reviews coming up.
Sunday Kids' Day: Pokémon Tournament
- Aug. 10, 2009
- By Aaron Watanabe
Hundreds of kids compete at Sunday's Pokémon Tournament at Comic-Con. Note to parents: If you’re looking for an oasis of calm in the chaos that is the Comic-Con, check out the Pokémon Hall.
TV Pilot "V" Premieres at Comic-Con
- July 30, 2009
- By Aaron McFarland
The "V" panel did exactly what a first-season genre show should do at Con. They showed us the pilot episode months early. It was missing a few visual effects, the titles weren’t final and there may be a few more edits. But that makes it even better.
Teen Critic at Comic-Con
- July 30, 2009
- By Michael Shymon, Teen Critic
I've been attending the Con for several years now (since 2003, to be exact). Here's are some highlights of what I got a glimpse of, as well as some thoughts on a few special advance screenings I managed to sneak myself into. So, here it goes, Comic-Con 2009!
Comic-Con Video Game Demo: DC Universe Online
- July 29, 2009
- By Aaron Watanabe
DC Universe Online is an MMO set in the world of DC Comics. Anyone can play alongside iconic heroes like Batman and Superman or fiendish villains like Joker and Lex Luthor.
Lost: Comic-Con Panel
- July 28, 2009
- By Aaron McFarland
The "Lost" panel has always delivered. It hasn’t always delivered answers to burning questions, but it’s always entertaining. This year was no exception.
Steampunks Raise the Costume Bar at Comic-Con
- July 28, 2009
- By Angela Carone
The steampunks have the best costumes at Comic-Con, so I made sure to attend their very popular (standing room only!) meetup to get a look at all the invention and finery.
Peter Jackson Sets the Record Straight on The Hobbit
- July 28, 2009
- By Beth Accomando
Although he was at the Con to present "District 9," he took a moment to set the record straight on exactly where things were on "The Hobbit," the two-part prequel to "Lord of the Rings" that he is producing and Guillermo Del Toro is directing.
The Prisoner: Comic-Con Panel
- July 28, 2009
- By Aaron McFarland
This November, AMC will present a reinvention of the 1967 British television series, The Prisoner, a show that should be familiar to long-time PBS viewers. Watch video from the Comic-Con panel and an exclusive trailer.
On the Press Line with Neil Gaiman and Henry Selick
- July 28, 2009
- By Beth Accomando
The release of "Coraline" on DVD warranted a panel at this year's Comic-Con and brought author Neil Gaiman and director Henry Selick along with many of the voice actors for the film. I interviewed the two in the press line after the panel for the Comic-Con YouTube Channel. Check out what they had to say about the dark world of "Coraline" and the state of American animation.
Highlights of Comic-Con International 2009
- July 27, 2009
- By Beth Accomando, Angela Carone, Maureen Cavanaugh
The "Twilight Moms" were back complete with camping gear, more than one Hollywood director made their first Comic-Con visit, and the lines were longer than ever! These are just some of the highs and lows we'll explore as we recap Comic-Con's four day celebration of the popular arts.
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