Mandalorian, Avengers: Endgame colorist Charles Bunnag joins Light Iron

Our friends a  Light Iron have announced that renowned colorist Charles Bunnag has assembled with the company’s artist roster. Bunnag will work out of Light Iron’s Los Angeles facility, with the ability to collaborate with clients globally thanks to the company’s class-leading remote offerings. Bunnag’s recent, notable work includes the series The Book of Boba Fett, the … Continue reading “Mandalorian, Avengers: Endgame colorist Charles Bunnag joins Light Iron”

‘Avengers: Endgame’ is most profitable film in history

Today is National Superhero Day and we celebrate the real heroes – the men and women on the frontlines of the current coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. That said, the heroes over at Disney and Marvel Studios are clearly Avengers: Endgame earned $1.2 billion worldwide during its opening weekend, and according to Deadline, Endgame made $890 million in profit, … Continue reading “‘Avengers: Endgame’ is most profitable film in history”

First social media reactions to ‘Avengers: Endgame’ are in

Can. Not. Wait. More than a decade in the making and 22 films later, Avengers: Endgame premiered in Los Angeles last night. The first social media reactions made it out after, calling the film, “Epic,” “Emotional,” and the perfect ending to what has come to be known as “The Infinity Saga.” made its premiere in … Continue reading “First social media reactions to ‘Avengers: Endgame’ are in”

Watch first official clip from ‘Avengers: Endgame’

I’m getting chills. Yesterday, Marvel released the very first clip from the beyond highly anticipated Avengers: Endgame. The intense scene features the originals Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Scarlett Johansson alongwith newcomers Brie Larson and Don Cheadle. The footage is most likely from the extended piece screened at CinemaCon over the weekend. It begins with a … Continue reading “Watch first official clip from ‘Avengers: Endgame’”

Whatever it takes! Watch new ‘Avengers: Endgame’ trailer

“Whatever it takes.” That is the clear-cut theme of the new Avengers: Endgame trailer which Marvel surprised the world with early this morning. It’s an interesting take on the superhero genre, especially since Marvel has become so synonymous with a “fun” time at the movies. In fact, the tone is very melancholy, filled with regret … Continue reading “Whatever it takes! Watch new ‘Avengers: Endgame’ trailer”

Scarlett Johansson leads Avengers in virtual Joe Biden campaign event

The Avengers have taken on Ultron, Loki and Thanos. Now the group of heroes plan to take on Donald Trump – only it will be Democratic nominee Joe Biden yelling, “Avengers Assemble.” The Avengers cast led by actress Scarlett Johansson (Her) and Chris Evans (Snowpiercer, Not Another Teen Movie)  will headline the Voters Assemble political fundraiser event, which … Continue reading “Scarlett Johansson leads Avengers in virtual Joe Biden campaign event”

‘Jojo Rabbit,’ ‘Avengers’ ‘Frozen’ among Casting noms

Thursday, The Casting Society of America (CSA) announced the film nominees for the 35th Artios Awards, which honor the contribution of Casting Directors to film, television and theatre. The winners will be revealed on Thursday, January 30, 2020 in ceremonies in Los Angeles, New York City and London. First held in 1985, the Artios Awards honor … Continue reading “‘Jojo Rabbit,’ ‘Avengers’ ‘Frozen’ among Casting noms”

‘Lion King’ is B.O. king, ‘Avengers’ tops ‘Avatar’

Even decidedly mixed reviews (54% on Rotten Tomatoes) couldn’t keep the King down. Walt Disney Studios’ live-action adaptation of the The Lion King roared its way to the top of the Weekend Box Office heap with an astounding $185 million opening weekend. This sets a new record for biggest July opening ever, biting previous record-holder … Continue reading “‘Lion King’ is B.O. king, ‘Avengers’ tops ‘Avatar’”

‘Avengers’ hold off ‘Detective Pikachu’ for top spot

Even with its record opening for a video game adaptation, WB’s Pokemon: Detective Pikachu still couldn’t unsnap Avengers: Endgame from the top spot for the three-day weekend. According to Boxoffice Mojo, the Disney–Marvel film dipped a little more than expected but was still able to haul in an estimated $63 million. Its domestic cume now … Continue reading “‘Avengers’ hold off ‘Detective Pikachu’ for top spot”

Everyone has a hero side in new Coke ‘Avengers’ spot

JWT Brazil, Coca-Cola No Sugar and Marvel Studios have assembled to craft a great new spot that ties in perfectly of Avengers: Endgame. And like Thanos’ snap, the work affects the universe, but in a positive way this time. Mirroring the story of powerful women heroes in Endgame the commercial’s protagonist is a young woman, … Continue reading “Everyone has a hero side in new Coke ‘Avengers’ spot”

Audiences assemble for ‘Avengers’ shattering B.O. records

It can probably now be said that Marvel’s Avengers: Endgame is not just a hit movie, it was an event like nothing we have ever seen. Earning $350 million over the weekend in the United States alone, Captain America, Tony Stark, Thor and company completely took a moljner type of hammer to the worldwide box … Continue reading “Audiences assemble for ‘Avengers’ shattering B.O. records”

‘Avengers’ end all box office records with $156m Friday

Spoiler alert: In Avengers: Endgame, Thanos tells earth’s mightiest heroes that he is inevitable. Opening domestically in 4,662 theaters, it was inevitable that the Marvel Studios film, the end of a 22-film saga, would break all box office records. According to The Wrap, the $156.7 million opening day is 31% higher than 2015’s Star Wars: … Continue reading “‘Avengers’ end all box office records with $156m Friday”

‘Avengers’ assemble to support children’s hospitals

They assembled at Disneyland Resort. Their mission this time was not stopping Thanos from snapping again. This time the likes of Black Widow, Ant-Man, Iron Man, Thor and Captain Marvel showed up to launch Avengers Universe Unites. It’s described as a charity event that supports The Walt Disney Company’s signature philanthropic commitment, Disney Team of … Continue reading “‘Avengers’ assemble to support children’s hospitals”

‘Avengers: End Game’ is most watched trailer. Ever.

How has life been for Earth’s mightiest heroes since Thanos snapped his fingers and eliminated half of the universe’s population? Or as pop culture likes to call it, “The Snappening.” Now, we have a good idea, now that the first teaser for Avengers: End Game has dropped. And it’s the most watched trailer after 24 … Continue reading “‘Avengers: End Game’ is most watched trailer. Ever.”

How Ant-Man and The Wasp set up Phase 5

Marvel Studios’ littlest heroes have big roles to play in kickstarting Phase 5 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Now playing in theaters around the world, Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania transports audiences to a secret universe—a place outside space and time known as the Quantum Realm. There, a heroic family—Scott Lang/Ant-Man (Paul Rudd), Hope Van Dyne/The … Continue reading “How Ant-Man and The Wasp set up Phase 5”

What are the critics saying about Black Panther?

Disney and Marvel Studios’ Black Panther: Wakanda Forever hits theaters on November 11, 2022 (with showings in some cities beginning November 10) and the official critic review embargo for Wakanda Forever has finally lifted! As of the time this was written, the current Rotten Tomatoes critics score for Marvel’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is 86% … Continue reading “What are the critics saying about Black Panther?”

Marvel’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever first reactions

Disney and Marvel Studios’ Black Panther: Wakanda Forever doesn’t officially hit theaters until November 11, 2022 (with showings in some cities beginning November 10) but on Wednesday, October 26, the star studded world premiere occurred in Hollywood California.  The official review embargo for Wakanda Forever lifts on November 8, but the social media embargo for … Continue reading “Marvel’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever first reactions”

Marvel reveals Phases 4, 5 and 6

We are fairly deep into the MCU’s phase 4 and while we have been entertained by titles such as WandaVision, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Loki, Black Widow, What If…?, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Eternals, Hawkeye, and the rest of the MCU projects up to this date, many fans have … Continue reading “Marvel reveals Phases 4, 5 and 6”

REVIEW: Thor Love and Thunder’s many blunders

Back in 2011, Marvel was still in its infancy, rolling out “Phase One” of what would come to be known as The Infinity Saga. Following two Iron Man films and an Incredible Hulk film, we would come to meet the next Avenger-in-the-making, mighty Norse God of Thunder, Thor Odinson. Directed by the brilliant Kenneth Branagh, … Continue reading “REVIEW: Thor Love and Thunder’s many blunders”