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DC Comics: Batman Black Costume Artfx Statue

Marylou — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 00:56:13 +0000

I have the original version of this statue (see him on our flickr), which features the blue/grey suit and it is by far my favorite Batman statue! I was very excited to see that they were releasing it with a black suit, can’t wait to add it to my collection!

The statue is manufactured by Kotobukiya and is scheduled to be released on 8/30/12. It is currently available for pre-order at the ComiGirl Online Shop!

Batman Arkham Asylum Action Figures

Marylou — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 03:50:54 +0000

Square Enix Play Arts Kai Batman Arkham Asylum Action Figures are arguably going to be one of the most sought after Batman collectibles, and this is in part due to the popularity of the video game Batman Arkham Asylum that they are based on.

We’ve already pre-ordered a few of them for you, so subscribe to our Newsletter to know exactly when they’ll be available for purchase, on our online shop.

Michael Gough Has Passed Away

Marylou — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 20:55:57 +0000

Michael Gough has passed away at the age of 94.

His career spanned 65 years and he stared in more than 100 films, including many directed by Tim Burton (Batman, Batman Returns, Sleepy Hollow, Corpse Bride, and Alice In Wonderland)

Michael Gough is best know for his portrayal of Alfred Pennyworth in all four pre-Nolan films: Batman, Batman Returns, Batman Forever, and Batman and Robin.

He is survived by his fourth wife, Henrietta, and children Emma, Simon and Jasper.

“X-Men: First Class” set pics & teaser poster, a first look

Greg M. — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 03:42:03 +0000

Marvel vs. DC! These two powerhouses in the comic book industry are going at it again. Yesterday, Fox released 1 image from the origins X-Men film; X-Men: First Class. And today, Fox releases 3 more images from the set. Meanwhile over at DC’s side, Warner Bros. sent out an official press release this afternoon regarding the cast for Chris Nolan’s 3^rd installment of the Batman reboot…whew.

Marvel and DC are heavily invested in getting their top selling titles out for the masses to consume, which begs to ask; are they going to hurt the comic book industry or perhaps the film industry itself, with all the mutant/super-powered movies that will be coming out? I guess that will be decided with the money that sits in your wallet when all these movies hit the theaters but regardless, check out the first images for X-Men: First Class which is set in the 60’s and according to Bryan Singer, will bring to light the relationship between Professor Charles Xavier & Magneto played by James McAvoy & Michael Fassbender. I don’t know how people will respond to a movie that’s set in the past, and doesn’t come into a present future but it might be refreshing, not so many special effects perhaps?

Captain America seems to be getting the same treatment, an origin story that is set in the past, so I don’t know what to expect. But I will be watching Super Bowl XLV to find out because the trailer for Captain America is scheduled to be shown sometime during the game. While I’m writing this post I got word that the teaser poster is out for X-Men: First Class (sometimes it’s nice to be late to a party) but anyway, while Marvel & DC duke it out at the Box Office and comic book shops, I’m looking forward to Neill Blomkamp’s very futurist flick “Elysium”.

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The Return of Bruce Wayne Action Figures

Marylou — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 19:24:25 +0000

DC Direct has announced a line of action figures based on the Return of Bruce Wayne storyline.

The figures will be: High Seas, Prehistoric, Wild West, and Witch Hunter.

The Wild West and Prehistoric figures will stand 7 inches tall. The High Seas figure will stand 5.5 inches tall, and the Witch Hunter figure will be 6.75 inches. Each figure will have multiple points of articulation.

I tend to stay away from purchasing action figures (used to have a ton, but prefer statues now), but I am contemplating adding one or two of these to my collection.

Na, Na, Na, Batmen!

Marylou — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:44:53 +0000

“Just as readers were getting comfortable with the idea of former sidekick Dick Grayson playing the role of Batman, along comes Bruce Wayne’s triumphant return to the Cape and Cowl. Is Gotham City ready for two Batmen? Is the world? And who’s to say the fun will end there?” -Batman Group Editor Mike Marts (from the Source)

DETECTIVE COMICS and BATMAN and BATMAN AND ROBIN will continue to feature Dick Grayson as Batman and Damian as Robin. While BATMAN INC. and BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT will feature Bruce Wayne (in a new costume) as the capped crusader.

Dick Grayson is one of my favorite comic book characters (and is without a doubt my comic book crush), so I might not be completely partial here, but I ♥ him as Batman and really enjoy how the dynamic between him and Damian as evolved, so I am super excited about this news! Although I am sure there are some die hard Batman fans out there that are not too happy right now…

Celebrate DC Turning 75 with Kubbrick

Marylou — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 19:30:08 +0000

DC Direct has announced a 10 figure, super deluxe set of Kubbricks.

Featured in this 10-figure, super deluxe set are:
Batman (comics-style): NEW DECO!
Superman (Superman Returns movie)
Batgirl (animated-style): NEW DECO!
The Joker (The Dark Knight movie): NEW DECO! NEW ACCESSORY!
Batman (animated-style): NEW DECO!
Batman (The Dark Knight movie)
Batman (Batman movie 1989): NEW DECO!
Robin (animated-style): NEW DECO!
Catwoman (Batman Returns movie)
Harley Quinn (animated-style): NEW DECO!

Most of the figures are 2.7″ high. The entire set will cost $99.00 and be in stores on December 15, 2010.

Bruce Wayne Is Coming Back In 2010

Marylou — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 20:22:11 +0000

In Final Crisis during an epic battle with Darkseid Batman was hit with the Omega Effect. Since then Bruce Wayne has been lost to the timestream and everyone in the DC Universe (except Tim Drake) is convinced he is dead.

In April 2010 Grant Morrison’s BATMAN: THE RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE will hit stands. It will be a 6 part mini series that will follow Bruce’s battle to regain his memory and fight his way back to his city, and proper place in history.

Each issue will cover a different period in time and be penciled by a different artist. The first issue will be set in the Late-Paleolithic Era with artwork by Chris Sprouse.

Grant Morrison is promising that this story arc will drastically shake up the Batman family and be a springing board for what is to come in the next decade.

For more on Batman: The Return Of Bruce Wayne check out DC Universe’s The Source and USA Today‘s interview with Grant Morrison.