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Fan-made 'Man of Steel' Opening is Probably Better Than Actual Movie

Mike Moody — Sun, 12 May 2013 14:09:49 +0000

Sure, we’re looking forward to ‘Man of Steel,’ the new Superman flick directed by Zack Snyder but you’ll forgive us for admitting that our anticipation for the movie is a little lessened by the fact that the last three Superman movies were huge freakin’ disappointments. Even Bryan Singer’s ‘Superman Returns,’ which promised classic action and [...]

This Fanmade 'Man of Steel' Title Sequence is Awesome!

Mike Sampson — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 19:45:42 +0000

'Man of Steel' is a great movie if the early buzz is to be believed. In fact, 'Man of Steel' looks so good that it's inspiring greatness in others. Namely, this fanmade 'Man of Steel' title sequence. It has nothing to do with Zack Snyder's movie but it looks so good you'd swear it actually does. This you gotta see.

Child in Superman Shirt Fall Out of Window and Lands on Feet

Jameson LaMarca — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 17:00:03 +0000

There may be hope for the existence of a real-life Superman. He’s a little young right now, but he’s already got the attire, the awesomely nonchalant attitude, and the ability to fall out of a window and land on his feet. Four-year-old Dylan of Aurora, CO opened the window of his third-story apartment to say [...]

How to Ruin the 'Justice League' Movie — Cast Ben Affleck

Joe Russo — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 20:55:27 +0000

Getty Images/DC Comics What are the people at Warner Bros. thinking? After the success of ‘The Avengers,’ there was no doubt that DC Comics had to respond with their own supergroup of superheroes, and the ‘Justice League‘ fits the bill. But to put Ben Affleck at the helm and actually let him act in the movie -- are they insane?!

Batman and Superman Retire in 'Super Golden Friends'

Justin Beck — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 14:02:37 +0000

What do Batman, Superman, Aquaman and Robin all have in common? Well, apparently it’s that they all share a ritzy villa in Miami together living the good life as retired superheroes. The maker of this funny animated video wants to pitch this idea to Adult Swim as a pilot and, to be honest, it does [...]

New Pictures of Henry Cavill as Superman Revealed

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 20:12:43 +0000

Pictures of Henry Cavill shooting new Superman flick ‘Man of Steel‘ hit the movie’s official Facebook page Wednesday. In the candids, a mega-buff Cavill looks made of steel indeed. The photos also revealed some changes in Superman’s iconic (and now-tighter-than-ever costume): the traditional red briefs have been replaced by blue briefs, and in one of the [...]

Bruce Springsteen Is the Inspiration for Superman's New 'Contemporary' Comic Book Look

Jeff Giles — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 15:56:05 +0000

At this point in his illustrious career, there probably aren’t many awards and accolades left for Bruce Springsteen to collect — but the latest tribute to the Boss is really something special.

According to comic writer Grant Morrison, who’s spearheading the upcoming reboot of DC’s ‘Action Comics’ title, Superman’s new look was inspired by none other than Springsteen himself.

Batman Punched Out on Las Vegas Strip; Joker Still at Large [VIDEO]

Jack FM Staff — Sat, 14 May 2011 19:00:29 +0000

In a video circulating the Internet this week, a man dressed as Batman engaged in what began as a bit of playful street theater with a non-costumed rival on the Vegas strip But soon, faux-punches turned to real ones, and the two slugged it out in front of a crowd of onlookers. It didn’t end [...]

No U.S. Citizenship For Superman!

Jack FM Staff — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 18:07:23 +0000

Photo by Mark Dadswell/Getty Images There’s been a lot of debate about citizenship lately, but you probably didn’t see this one coming: Superman has renounced his U.S. Citizenship. It happens in this week’s Action Comics No. 900. In a ripped-from-the-headlines plot, Superman flies over to Iran to provide non-violent support for anti-government protesters. Believing Superman [...]

Nick Cage's One Million Dollar Comic Book Found

Dean Of Country — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 22:02:47 +0000

At least it wasn't under his bed wedged between two Playboys. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- A valuable comic featuring the debut of Superman has resurfaced in a storage locker, and police said Monday that it appears to be the same one stolen from Nicolas Cage more than a decade ago.

Lindsay Lohan And Lex Luther?

Dean Of Country — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 16:20:49 +0000

Faster than a 2005 Mercedes SL-65. More powerful than vodka and soda with a splash of cranberry juice. Able to leap tall re-hab centers with a single appeal. It's not Superman. It's Lindsay Lohan trying to get a job. Radar Online is exclusively reporting that Lohan is set to audition for a role in Zack Snyder's 'Superman' reboot this week.

Nerd Files: Meet the new Lois Lane for 'Superman' Reboot

Joe Russo — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 20:04:39 +0000

Let the geek debate begin. There's a new Lois Lane and if you don't know who the lovely actress is who will play her, she recently starred opposite Batman in the Fighter and was nominated for an academy award. All of Metropolis may rejoice after the jump.

From A Vampire to A Werewolf to Superman?

Dean Of Country — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 13:00:05 +0000

Earlier this week it was announced that British actor Henry Cavill (Tudors) had been named as the new Man of Steel. But who will be the new Lois Lane?

Real-Life Superhero Loses Fight, Breaks Nose [Video]

Nicole Sabuda — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 18:44:39 +0000

It's a bird, it's a plane, it's it's... a guy in a costume getting is ass kicked? Ok, that's not what's supposed to follow, but that's what happened in Seattle to "Phoenix Jones" local Superhero.