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Patty Jenkins Reveals The Reason For Wonder Woman's Heroism
We were introduced to Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman in the controversial Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, and she was a hit. Fans and critics alike praised the character, fascinated by her warlike portrayal, her love of battle, and her regal beauty.
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
Meet Jeffrey Mace, the New Director of S.H.I.E.L.D.— And the Next Captain America?
So now we know. Two episodes in, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. has finally revealed the identity of S.H.I.E.L.D.'s charismatic new Director, played by Jason O'Mara. We first met the character in "Meet the New Boss", but it's only in Episode 3 that we were finally given his full name: Jeffrey Mace!
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
Could We Get A Solo 'Scarlet Witch' Film?
In 2019, Marvel will release their first film starring a female superhero - Captain Marvel. Meanwhile, despite comments that they favor the idea, Marvel bigwigs are yet to announce a solo Scarlet Witch film. The sad truth is that, as superb as Marvel's female superheroes may be, they just haven't had their chance to shine yet.
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
Just HOW Did Marvel Design the Black Panther? Check Out This AWESOME Concept Art To See!
Marvel's latest blockbuster, Captain America: Civil War, introduced us to Chadwick Boseman's Black Panther - and it's no exaggeration to say that he was one of the stars of the show! Black Panther's role is integral to the plot; he learns to reject revenge even as Tony Stark pursues it, and his visual aesthetic is every bit as impressive as his storyline. But how was that pulled off? Little by little, interviews and concept art are combining to give us a glimpse of the unique superhero design...
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
Could Ms. Marvel Ever Join The Marvel Cinematic Universe?
Considering that the character of Kamala Khan — better known as the modern-day Ms. Marvel — only made her debut in August 2013, she's already made quite a mark. Indeed, the comic's creator Sana Amanat was introduced at Women's History Month in March by none other than President Barack Obama:
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
All You Need To Know About Mantis, The New Member Of The 'Guardians Of The Galaxy'!
Guardians of the Galaxy was perhaps Marvel's most unexpected blockbuster hit — I mean, the studio made us fall in love with a superhero movie featuring a talking raccoon and a walking tree! Next year's Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 will expand the team's roster, introducing us to a brand new Guardian: Pom Klementieff's Mantis! But who is this mysterious new superhero, and what part will she play?
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
Marvel Hits the Reset Button — Kevin Feige Confirms Scarlet Witch Is Magical After All
Introduced in Avengers: Age of Ultron, Elizabeth Olsen's Scarlet Witch is both beautiful and powerful. Surprisingly enough, though, she's also very different to the Scarlet Witch we know and love in the comics — but that may be about to change!
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
Scarlett Johansson's Competition: The Seven Women Who Almost Became Black Widow!
Scarlett Johansson's #BlackWidow first high-kicked her way onto our screen in 2010's Iron Man 2. Her conflicted role in this year's Captain America: Civil War marked her fifth on-screen appearance in #Marvel's movies. For most fans, Johansson defines the role; it's hard to picture anyone else playing the part.
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
10 Times Superheroes Went Bad!
Last week, Marvel Comics turned Steve Rogers bad. The first issue of Captain America: Steve Rogers #1 linked the star-spangled Avenger to the ruthless post-Nazi organization known as Hydra, and the Internet exploded in fury. Not least because the first issue also heavily implied that Steve's been a Hydra agent all along!
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
Exclusive Interview With Linda Louise Duan — Tina Minoru In 'Doctor Strange'!
Marvel's next blockbuster, Doctor Strange, promises to welcome us into the world of the supernatural! Unsurprisingly, the film features a number of cameos — and one of the most promising was a cameo from Linda Louise Duan, a British-born Chinese actress who's playing the part of Tina Minoru! Sadly, I can confirm that Linda's scenes didn't make it past the final edit, but that doesn't necessarily mean her Marvel story is done. You see, the character of Tina Minoru is a particularly important one...
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.,' the Darkhold, and the Cursed Attempts to Conquer Death...
As Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 4 continues, fans have been fascinated by the way Marvel has woven the supernatural into their science-based universe. Standing at the center of all this is a single book; a mystical tome known as the Darkhold! Lifted straight from the comics, the Darkhold has upped the ante in the most dramatic way possible. But what is the Darkhold, what secrets does it bear, and where does the Marvel Universe go from here?
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
In The Wake Of 'Mighty Captain Marvel' #0, How Can Carol Danvers Be Introduced Into The MCU?
Excitement is building for 2018's Captain Marvel, starring Brie Larson as the mightiest Marvel superhero of them all! But the big question for all fans is a simple one: How will the character be introduced? In The Mighty Captain Marvel #0, Marvel has taken the unprecedented step of rewriting the character's origin, and may be setting a precedent.
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks