Tag: Swamp Thing
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One Of The Wildest Transformers Episodes Was Written By Wolverine’s Creator
The late Len Wein was one of the most prolific comic book writers of his day. Like many of his contemporaries (especially Marv Wolfman and Gerry Conway), he bounced back and forth between the “Big Two” comic companies, Marvel and DC. Wein left his mark at both, co-creating characters like Swamp Thing and Lucius Fox…
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Swamp Thing Writer, Universe Details, Rumors, And More Info
The old DC Universe is dead, long live the DC Universe. As we get closer and closer to the rebirth of James Gunn and Peter Safran’s new DC hierarchy of power, there is plenty to be excited about, from new takes on iconic characters and also fresh new faces making the leap to the big…
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James Mangold Sees ‘Swamp Thing’ as a Standalone Film
Work is in full swing on the DC Universe, which will usher in a new era of classic comic book characters from DC Studios co-chairs James Gunn and Peter Safran. One of these upcoming films, Swamp Thing, will be directed by James Mangold. However, in a slate of new comments, the director has said that…
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Japanese Superhero Film ‘Lion-Girl’ Snapped Up for U.S., U.K. by Cleopatra Entertainment (Exclusive)
Cleopatra Entertainment has secured the North American and U.K. distribution rights for Japanese superhero film “Lion-Girl.”The film is written and directed by cult Japanese director Mitsutake Kurando (“Samurai Avenger: The Blind Wolf”) and based on characters created by prolific manga artist Go Nagai. The story revolves around survivors of a meteor shower who find themselves…
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Why Swamp Thing Was Canceled So Quickly — Here’s What We Know
In 2019, DC fans were stunned when it was announced that “Swamp Thing” was canceled only five days after the first episode debuted. The series premiered on DC’s streaming service, DC Universe, which has since evolved into DC Universe Infinite, and had earned predominantly positive reviews at the time of cancelation.Unfortunately, “Swamp Thing” was quickly…
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Wes Craven’s Favorite Movies: 5 Films to Buy on Blu-Ray
All products and services featured by IndieWire are independently selected by IndieWire editors. However, IndieWire may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.Wes Craven was a master of horror movies. The Cleveland native, who made his directorial debut with 1972’s “The…
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David Nichols, Visual Consultant on ‘Rocky,’ ‘Taxi Driver,’ Dies at 78
David Nichols, a production designer and visual consultant on more than 20 films, such as “Rocky,” “Taxi Driver” and “Groundhog Day,” died on Wednesday in Taos, N.M., Variety has learned. He was 78.Nichols had a 30-year career in the film industry, serving as a production designer, art director, visual consultant, writer and actor at various…
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The CW Acquires Rights to Four Series, Including ‘Swamp Thing’ and ‘Tell Me a Story’
The CW has acquired four series for broadcast and streaming: DC Universe’s “Swamp Thing” and CBS All Access’ “Tell Me a Story” will be making their network TV debuts on The CW, while foreign shows “Coroner” and “Dead Pixels” will be making their first stateside appearance.Premiere dates for all four shows will be announced at…
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Superhero Bits: ‘Joker’ Final Us Box Office Numbers, Unused Wolverine Concept Art & More
Who is joining the second season of Doom Patrol? What do we know about the Marvel Future Revolution mobile game? What is the final box office take in the Us for Joker? Would Alex Garland ever direct a Swamp Thing movie? Did you know Ben Affleck didn’t realize how iconic Batman was? Has Eva Green…
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Toy Soldiers Remake Reportedly In Development, Queen Latifah Eyed
The production company behind two of this month’s biggest reboots, Fantasy Island and The Invisible Man, are reportedly eyeing another blast from the past to modernize for today’s audience. According to our sources – the same ones who said a Swamp Thing movie is in the works, which Bloody Disgusting has since confirmed, and that…