While The Geek is very excited about the launch of HBO Max, which is just two weeks away, the new behemoth streaming service could also be nicknamed “The Legion of Doom” for two-year-old DC Universe. While the streaming platform has been popular among hardcore DC fans, it has never really caught fire. Now a Business … Continue reading “DC Universe could be in jeopardy with HBO Max”
Not to be confused with the Disney+ movie Stargirl which just premiered, the CW and DC Universe have both released separate posters for their Stargirl. The former gives us a new look at Courtney Whitmore (Brec Bassinger) suited-up as the teenage hero, while the streaming service’s version spotlights some of her supporting characters. Guess which one The … Continue reading “DC Universe, CW release trailer, posters for ‘Stargirl’”
The DC Extended Universe (DCEU) has faced a challenging streak of underperforming films, the latest being Blue Beetle’s global box office take of $43.4 million last weekend. Over the course of the last few releases, the franchise has struggled to replicate the box office success of its early hits (admittedly critical flops) such as Man … Continue reading “Unmasking the mystery: Why the last 7 DCEU films have flopped”
Warner Bros. Pictures is set to introduce the iconic DC Super Hero Blue Beetle to the big screen for the first time in a thrilling new feature film. Directed by Ángel Manuel Soto, the film stars Xolo Maridueña, who plays both the titular character and his alter ego, Jaime Reyes. The story revolves around recent … Continue reading “Blue Beetle: Bringing a Latino Hero to the DCU”
This was a big week for the new DC Studios. Co-Chairs James Gunn and Peter Safran held a private press conference at Warner Bros to unveil the beginning of their 10-year journey to create a connected universe otherwise known as the DCU. It was their Big Bang. The next day, a visibly giddy Gunn posted a … Continue reading “Under The Gunn: Comic book inspiration for DCU”
On Monday, during a meeting with the press on the Warner Bros. studio lot, where DC Co-Chairmen and CEOs Peter Safran and James Gunn unveiled their upcoming plans for DC, the two were asked specifically about canceling the release of Leslie Grace’s Batgirl and whether or not they agreed with the decision. “I saw the … Continue reading “DC Co-Chief Peter Safran weighs in on Batgirl cancellation”
Up, up and away! After holding a private press event, with partner Peter Safran, yesterday at Warner Bros., a visibly giddy DC Studios Co-CEO James Gunn posted a video on Twitter announcing the new DC Studios slate this morning. There is a lot to unpack to say the least. “One of our strategies is to … Continue reading “Under the Gunn: DC Chapter One Slate revealed”
Comic book movie fans were shocked to learn last week that Patty Jenkins’ Wonder Woman 3 will not be moving forward. After news hit, the current co-chair and co-CEO of DC studios, James Gunn publicly responded to rumors originally shared in the Hollywood Reporter with a lengthy twitter thread which stated in part, “So. As … Continue reading “Patty Jenkins stormed out of DC meeting”
As we have previously reported, James Gunn and producing partner Peter Safran have been hard at work shaping and reshaping the new DC Universe, now known as the DCU. With their ongoing 10-year plan currently shrouded in secrecy, there have been rumors running wild. Is Wonder Woman over? Does that mean Gal Gadot is done? … Continue reading “James Gunn tweets about Superman’s place in the DCU”
It seems David Zaslav is finally doing something right since he has taken over as President and Chief Executive Officer of Warner Bros. Discovery by appointing filmmaker James Gunn and producer Peter Safran as co-chairs and co-CEOs of DC Studios, a newly formed division at Warner Bros. which will replace DC Films. The duo will … Continue reading “James Gunn, Peter Safran to run DC Studios”
Up, Up and Away! This weekend, Dwayne Johnson brought the DC Extended Universe back to life with his first superhero film, Black Adam. The film punched its way to $67 million at the domestic box office and $140 million worldwide. One of the standout scenes of the film was actually the mid-credits scene, where actor … Continue reading “Henry Cavill returns to DCEU as Superman”
It seems the MCU might actually be getting some competition in the near future. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Warner Bros. Discovery is in negotiations with executive-turned-producer Dan Lin to take over as the Kevin Feige of DC Studios. Since the merger between WarnerMedia and Discovery, David Zaslav, the current President and CEO of Warner … Continue reading “Will Dan Lin become DC’s Kevin Feige?”
Last week during Warner Bros. Discovery‘s Second Quarter 2022 Earnings Call, David Zaslav, the current President and CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery explained his 10-year-plan to model the DC Cinematic Universe after Kevin Feige’s MCU at Disney. Zaslav became CEO of Discovery Communications on November 16, 2006. Under his leadership, Discovery became a Fortune 500 … Continue reading “Warner Bros. Discovery releases 10-year DC plan”
It seems the MCU might actually be getting some competition in the near future. Variety has reported that multiple sources close to the situation have stated that Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. CEO David Zaslav met with top executives before the merger between WarnerMedia and Discovery to find someone to increase the profile of DC Entertainment … Continue reading “Warner Bros. Discovery considers overhauling DCEU”
The Reel 360 team loves the time-jumping, sometimes goofy, adventures of DC’s Legends of Tomorrow. Our favorite Super Heroes are back, and this time, they’re out of this world! The fate of the universe is in their hands as Warner Bros. Home Entertainment releases DC’s Legends of Tomorrow: The Complete Sixth Season on Blu-ray and DVD on November … Continue reading “Time Jump to DC’s Legends of Tomorrow: The Complete 6th Season, 11/9”
The Reel 360 team has long been fans of the Warner Bros. Studio Tour. Now that the popular Hollywood attraction reopened on June 26, there is even more to get excited about. “Entertainment is about connecting with fans and we are thrilled to welcome guests back to the tour after a more than 15-month hiatus” … Continue reading “Warner Bros.: Studio tour expands with Friends and DC”
Director Nina Kramer, SixTwentySix Productions, and Disney DCappella have created an incredible and inclusive music video celebrating the everyday lives of LGBTQ+ individuals in a series of mini vignettes within the music video, set to the song This Is Me for Disney’s Pride Spot. DCappella is Disney Music Group’s premier a cappella singing sensation featuring … Continue reading “Disney Pride: New DCappella video celebrates This is Me”
Right now we are less than 24 hours away from the premiere of Zack Snyder’s Justice League on HBO Max. While it is sitting at a comfortable 77% (at the time of this writing) on Rotten Tomatoes (far higher than the 40% 2017’s “Josstice League” received) we thought it would be time to rank the … Continue reading “Ranking the DCEU movies”
From characters such as Cyborg, Nubia, Bumblebee, Mister Miracle Shilo Norman, Vixen, Steel and Black Lightning, to Milestone characters such as Static, Icon & Rocket and Hardware, to new heroes such as Tim Fox, The Next Batman and Naomi, DC boasts a proud tradition of Black Super Heroes populating its colorful universe. But none come … Continue reading “DC Comics celebrates 50 years of John Stewart”
Charm City Kings Latinx director Angel Manuel Soto is set to direct the DC Universe Blue Beetle, DC Films and Warner Bros.’ first superhero movie starring a Latino character, individuals with knowledge of the project exclusively. The screenplay is from Mexican-born writer Gareth Dunnet-Alcocer, who wrote Universal’s “Scarface” remake and Sony’s “Miss Bala” “It is … Continue reading “Angel Manuel Soto to direct DC Film Blue Beetle”
