Tag: Ant-Man

Matt Gerald Set To Play An ‘Ant-Man’ Villain

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: The cast of Edgar Wright’s Ant-Man has grown once more.

Following Patrick Wilson joining the cast back in February, Deadline has reported that Escape Plan and G.I. Joe: Retaliation star Matt Gerald has joined the film in a “villainous” role.

No other information on who Gerald will play was revealed, but we’ll be sure to fill you in as we learn more. Are you looking forward to Ant-Man? Sound out below!

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Patrick Wilson Joins Edgar Wright’s ‘Ant-Man’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: There’s no word on who he’ll be playing, but Deadline has just reported that Patrick Wilson (Hard Candy, Watchmen) has joined the cast of Edgar Wright’s Ant-Man.

Wilson joins Paul Rudd, Michael Douglas, and maybe even Evangeline Lilly in the July 17th, 2015 release. Be sure to let us know who you’d like to see Wilson play in the comments below!

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Source: Deadline

Rumor: ‘Lost’s Evangeline Lilly In Talks To Join ‘Ant-Man’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: We’ve got Paul Rudd as Scott Lang, we’ve got Michael Douglas as Hank Pym, and now Evangeline Lilly is allegedly in talks for the film’s female lead.

Plot details for the film are still unknown, but according to Variety (who first reported the news), Lilly could play the daughter of Lang and Pym’s love interest.

Ant-Man recently took the now-delayed Man of Steel sequel’s original date of July 17th, 2015. Are you looking forward to the film? Who would you like to see Lilly play? Sound out below!

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Source: Variety

Edgar Wright’s ‘Ant-Man’ Moved Forward Again!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: The wait for Edgar Wright’s Ant-Man and the start of Marvel’s Phase Three just shrunk again!

The film was originally scheduled to hit theatres on November 6th, 2015, but was moved up four months to July 31st, 2015 back in September. Now, since DC’s Man of Steel sequel has been pushed to 2016, Ant-Man has moved into the film’s July 17th release date.

Here’s the official announcement, straight from Marvel:

The wait for Marvel’s “Ant-Man” just got two weeks shorter!

 

Marvel’s “mite”-iest hero will now hit theaters July 17, 2015 courtesy of director Edgar Wright, two weeks earlier than the previously announced date of July 31.

 

Ant-Man fans have had quite a few reasons to rejoice lately, with the casting of Paul Rudd as Scott Lang/Ant-Man and Michael Douglas as Hank Pym as we get ready to start production on the highly-anticipated film later this year!

Are you looking forward to the film? How about the latest casting news? Sound out below!

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Geekscape 320: Breaking Down The Oscar Race With Witney Siebold!

by Jonathan

Last week the Oscar nominations were announced! There were surprises, snubs and favorites but what’s what? Luckily, I have friends who are smarter than me and have better taste! One such friend is Witney Siebold, former Geekscape writer and current movie critic for Crave Online… as well as co-host with William Bibbiani of the B-Movies Podcast! So after recording a sister episode of the B-Movies Podcast, we sat down to talk Oscars as well as Michael Douglas being cast as Hank Pym in ‘Ant-Man’, more Star Wars talk (as if there’s ever enough) and Geekscape’s very own ‘Doc of the Dead’ premiering at SXSW 2014!

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Michael Douglas Is Hank Pym In Edgar Wright’s ‘Ant-Man’!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Just one day after winning the Golden Globe for his performance in Behind the Candelabra, Michael Douglas has been cast in a big role in an upcoming Marvel film.

The actor will portray Hank Pym in Edgar Wright’s Ant-Man.

Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige stated that “With Hank Pym’s rich history in the Marvel Universe, we knew we needed an actor capable of bringing the weight and stature to the role that the character deserves. We felt incredibly relieved when Michael Douglas agreed to step into the part with the charm and fortitude he brings to every character he inhabits, and couldn’t be more excited to see what he will do to bring Hank Pym to life.”

This means that we also know just which Ant-Man Paul Rudd will be playing in the film, Scott Lang.

What do you think of Douglas in the role? Is there another actor you’d have preferred? Sound out below!

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Source: Variety

Paul Rudd Is Ant-Man, Marvel Confirms

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: We learned only yesterday that Paul Rudd had entered negotiations with Marvel to play Ant-Man in the upcoming Edgar Wright film.

Now, Marvel has officially announced that Rudd has signed on for the film.

In a post of Marvel.com, producer Kevin Feige stated that “When Edgar Wright came to us with the idea of Paul Rudd, we felt a huge sense of relief because the first step in creating any Marvel Studios film is finding the right star. We knew early on that we had found the right person in Paul. When he not only agreed to do it but became as enthusiastic as any actor we’d ever met with about doing the work, we knew we’d found the right guy. We couldn’t be more excited for our audiences to see what he’s going to do to bring Ant-Man to life.”

Ant-Man hits theatres on July 31st, 2015. Do you think that Rudd is the right choice for the part? Or would you rather have seen another actor in the role? Sound out below!

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Paul Rudd In Negotiations For Edgar Wright’s ‘Ant-Man’!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Edgar Wright may have found his Hank Pym.

Back in October it was rumoured that both Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Paul Rudd were on the short list to play the character in Wright’s next film, Ant-Man.

Now that JGL has moved on to Sandman, it seems as though Marvel has shifted its focus towards Rudd, who The Wrap today confirmed has landed the role and is now in early negotiations with the studio.

We’ll be sure to keep you up-to-date on the situation, as well as let you know when the official announcement is made. Are you looking forward to the film? Are you happy with the casting? Sound out below!

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Paul Rudd, Joseph Gordon-Levitt On Marvel’s ‘Ant-Man’ Short List!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Earlier this month, Ant-Man director Edgar Wright tweeted a behind-the-scenes costume test for the anticipated film. Today, the world learned just who’s on Marvel’s short list to star.

This guy:

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And this guy:

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Yep, that’s Paul Rudd and Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Variety states that another potential actor could emerge before negotiations are finished, but that it’s unlikely at this point.

Who would you rather see in the role? I have to cast my vote on Gordon-Levitt, as I’ve been a major fan of his for years, but that’s just me. Sound out below, and let us know if you’re looking forward to Ant-Man! The film hits theatres on July 31st, 2015!

Source: Variety

Phase Three Begins Early: ‘Ant-Man’ Moved Up Four Months!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: One of 2015’s most anticipated movies just got a new release date!

That’s right! Marvel’s Phase Three kickoff, Ant-Man, has just been brought forward. The film was initially scheduled for November 6th, 2015, and is now slated for July 31st.

This move puts the launch of Edgar Wright’s next film just two weeks after the yet untitled Batman / Superman film, though it does move it further away from Bond 25.

Sure, it’s still two years away, but how much are you looking forward to Ant-Man?

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Did Edgar Wright Confirm Shooting The ‘Iron Man 3’ Post-Credits Scene?

by Shawn Madden

Director Edgar Wright has revealed via Twitter that he not only did he shoot The World’s End this summer but a shot in another summer film. He tweeted the following:


 

It has been rumored for awhile that Wright was to shoot a scene that would either appear mid or post credits during Shane Black’s Iron Man 3 and set up the long in development Ant-Man film. Many of his followers replied with the Marvel Studios film as their guesses to what film the director was referring to. Wright followed up with:

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Could Marvel be getting ready to introduce Ant-Man early? Guess we’re going to have to wait and find out when Iron Man 3 hits theaters in just under a month.

Edgar Wright’s ‘Ant-Man’ Test Footage Leaks Online

by Shawn Madden

Remember hearing about that awesome Ant-Man test footage that Edgar Wright showed at last year’s San Diego Comic-Con? Well, it was recently shown again in London and someone in the audience was sneaky and recorded the footage and leaked it online. Check it out below.
 
 

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Ant-Man is set to hit theaters November 6, 2015

Edgar Wright Calls ‘Ant-Man’ “A Big Effects Movie”

by Shawn Madden

Talking to IGN Movies, director Edgar Wright spoke about his plans for Marvel Studios Ant-Man. The long in development project has finally been confirmed for a November 2015 release, but not much else is known about the project. Wright stated:

 

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“It’s a way of doing a superhero film within another genre. I wanted to tell an origin tale in a slightly different way. It’s part of the Marvel cinematic universe, but it also feels like its own piece.”

 

“I’ve been collaborating with [Marvel boss] Kevin [Feige] during the whole of that cycle. I think people have always assumed… ‘Oh why is it taking so long to make?’ Part of it is because I wanted to make two other movies first. I wanted to make World’s End… me and Simon were very keen to make it and it felt like it was unfinished business and we wanted to wrap up the trilogy. The script came together really fast. Well not really fast, but it came together at a certain point where it was like ‘I really want to do this next.’”

 

“But to be honest, the later I do it, it feels like I could learn more, especially about special effects. It’s a big effects movie, so I’m pleased to go into it having done Scott Pilgrim and The World’s End because you’re always learning more about that side.”

 

Wright also commented on the test reel shown at San Diego Comic-Con, which has been rumored to be shown off at some point:

 

“I hope that at some point we’ll be able to show that at some venue all finished. Because obviously at Comic-Con we showed it unfinished. All done it looks really good.”

 

It’s been recently confirmed that the highly-antcipated solo outing for Ant-Man would kick off Marvel’s “Phase Three”. Now, it’s time to begin the rumor mill on just which incarnation of the character we will see and who will be the actor to fill the role.

 

Ant-Man is set to hit theaters November 6th, 2015.

 

Source: IGN

Kevin Fiege Confirms Dr. Strange And Ant-Man As The Start Of Marvel’s “Phase Three”

by Shawn Madden

Both Ant-Man and Doctor Stange have been two projects that Marvel Studios has talked about but never confirmed. That was until at last year’s San Diego Comic-Con when Marvel announced finally announced Ant-Man was happening. Marvel Studios head Kevin Feige has now spoken about Marvel Studios “Phase 3” and stated that the character will be a major part of it.

 

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“Ant-Man’ is definitely part of Phase Three. Like ‘Iron Man 3,’ it’s certainly set in the Marvel Universe.”

Fiege also went on to state that Marvel’s next phase will be quite different from what they’re telling currently.

 

“So much of what we’re telling right now is about the core ‘Avengers’ characters we’ve now met, and they’ll be evolving in big, surprising ways, in Cap’s next movie and Thor’s next movie and of course in ‘Iron Man 3,’ as we get them all into the next ‘Avengers’ film. Beyond that ‘Ant-Man’ is the only one officially announced.”

 

Fiege then went on to confirm that Dr. Strange is DEFINITELY a part of Phase Three.

 

“‘Doctor Strange,’ which I’ve been talking about for years, is definitely one of them. He’s a great, original character, and he checks the box off this criteria that I have: he’s totally different from anything else we have, just like ‘Guardians of the Galaxy.’ He’s totally different from anything we’ve done before, as is ‘Ant-Man,’ which keeps us excited.”

 

Marvel Studios “Phase Two” hasn’t even officially started but the excitement is already building for the next phase. Could the next step for Marvel be an all-new cast of characters versus sequels? Well, hopefully we get at least a Guardians Of The Galaxy sequel.

 

Source: MTV

Geekscape Comics: A Major Character Returns From The Dead In This Week’s ‘Avengers #32’!

by Shawn Madden

Did you pick up this week’s issue of The Avengers? Well, you may want to run back out to your shop and pick this one up. During Brian Michael Bendis run the writer has killed a number of characters, and pissed off some people with who he killed, but this week we saw Bendis bring back a very iconic character. Spoilers lie ahead! You’ve been warned.

That’s right, ladies and gentlemen. The Wasp is back! Is it coincidence they brought her back just in time for Marvel Studios Ant-Man? Probably not.

So, how is she alive? Well, you’re going to have to hit your local comic shop and find out.

Marvel Studios Gives Edgar Wright’s ‘Ant-Man’ A 2015 Release Date!

by Shawn Madden

Ever since Edgar Wright debuted his test reel and Marvel dropped the logo for the film, the buzz around Ant-Man has been anything but small. Rumors have been floating around that the film would go in to production soon but we’ve yet to hear anything about a release date. That is until today. The film is confirmed to be hitting theaters November 6th, 2015.

 

That’s right ladies and gentlemen, sadly we will have to wait until late 2015 for Edgar Wright’s Ant-Man. Interestingly, the film is set to hit theaters after the untitled sequel to The Avengers. Could we see some “small” surprise in the post credits? It would definitely be a smart moves on Marvel’s part to get people interested in this film. We will keep you updated with all the news surrounding the film…big or small.

Louis D’Esposito Talks About ‘Ant-Man’ And Reveals When We Will See The ‘Iron Man 3’ Trailer!

by Shawn Madden

Doing some promo work for the upcoming DVD and Blu-ray release for Marvel’s The Avengers Blu-ray and DVD release, Marvel co-president, Louis D’Esposito, discussed the studios upcoming projects and revealed a bit of information about Ant-Man as well as when we can expect to see the trailer for Shane Black’s Iron Man 3.

When he was asked about Wright’s Ant-Man test reel that was shown at this years San Diego Comic-Con that was recently revealed to be getting polished up to be released to the public, D’Esposito stated:

“Yes, I think so. Edgar is just adding the finishing touches and then we will once again make the final visual effects editing. The process is almost complete. Then we will decide when and how we can make it available to the fans. We are more than happy with it. He’s a great filmmaker and we look forward to.

I was there when he made the test reel. I now know how it works and it’s going very methodical and planned. First, he designed the concept, then the storyboard, then he produced an animatic, so he knows exactly what he’ll turn. Every morning we visited him, and he had added new material, which we then looked at together. He is a passionate filmmaker and it that’s contagious. We’ve only looked at it yesterday and every time we see it, then we think, ‘Wow! We can not wait to make this film!’”

Then came the subject of the actual Ant-Man film, which is rumored to begin filming next year after director Edgar Wright completes his next film At World’s End, D’Esposito was asked if we would see the film as part of Phase Two to which he replied:

“I’m not sure, so I can not make a definitive statement. Once we know the more accurate schedule, we will make this announcement publicly.”

Then came the subject of the footage fans are patiently waiting to see, the trailer for Iron Man 3. So, when will a trailer be released?

“I [don’t?] have the exact date…it’s just not ready. But I think it is mid to late October, you can watch a first teaser trailer.”

Even though I have already seen the footage from San Diego I can’t wait for it to be released and watch them over and over again. I actually can’t wait for Phase Two to start…can you?

Source: Filmjunkies

The ‘Ant-Man’ Test Reel Screened At Comic-Con May Be Released Online

by Shawn Madden

In a conversation with the Omelete, Marvel exec Victoria Alonso revealed that the Ant-Man test reel Edgar Wright filmed and showed in Hall H at San Diego Comic-Con is being cleaned up to possilby be released. Maybe they’re making it a teaser to possibly finally announce a release date for Ant-Man?

“What we showed at Comic-Con was a work in progress. We’re working on finishing it, and I think you might see it. Not sure where, but we always listen to the fans. And if the fans demand it we make sure they get it. I don’t know if we are going to post it online, but I don’t have [any reason] to believe we may not.”

I saw this teaser in Hall H and while it was rough I can definitely throw the term “bad ass” around in regards to it. It really showed that if anyone could bring Ant-Man to the big screen it’d be Edgar Wright. I am honestly hoping they do release this soon so I can sit and watch it over and over again. And to be honest one more time after that. Keep harassing Marvel until they release it! So, is Edgar Wright still on board for this?

 “Edgar is on board to do it.  He’s going to do one movie before… He wrote a great script and we’re hoping that he will come and work with us.”

Source: Collider

 

Let’s Work Our Magic! The Geekscapepod For September 9th, 2012!

by Jonathan

Flixist managing editor Alex Katz joins me to talk about a ton of name changes! Star Trek 2 gets a name! G4 is getting rebranded in 2013! Wonder Woman is getting another crack at TV on the CW! Will Cloud Atlas be a giant mess or a giant accomplishment? Alex tells you why you should be playing ‘Horn’ on your iOS devices! PLUS! Will Doctor Strange be in Thor 2 and who should play him? And who should play Ant-Man while we’re at it?!?

After recording the show, I realize Clive Owen would make a pretty bad ass Doctor Strange and Sean William Scott could do a non-super adaptoid Eric O’Grady Ant-Man. Who else can you think of?

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Wang Xeuqi Joining ‘Iron Man 3’ As Chen Lu Aka Radioactive Man

by Shawn Madden

A very last-minute cast addition to Marvel Studios Iron Man 3 has been revealed. After having a picture snapped with the film’s cheif producer, it’s been revealed that Wang Xeuqi (Bodyguards And Assassins) will be the joining the cast of Shane Black’s third chapter in the Iron Man series.

Chinesefilms.cn reports that the 66 year old actor will play Chen Lu, the role originally set to be filled by Andy Lau, who was a scientist before becoming the villain known as Radioactive Man. Numerous times in the comics the character was employed by The Mandarin who will be making his live-action debut in this film. Lau had to drop the role wanting to spend time with his family. Not long ago it was rumored that Chen Lu would be appearing the post-credit scene for the movie that is meant to be a set up for Edgar Wright’s upcoming Ant-Man film. So, could this possibly be a set up for The Masters Of Evil to appear in the upcoming sequel to The Avengers? With Marvel I definitely wouldn’t rule out the possibility.

Geekscape Comics: Matt Fraction And Mike Allred CONFIRMED On ‘FF’!

by Shawn Madden

Well, apparently this wasn’t supposed to be announced until 9am tomorrow but USA Today couldn’t hold in their excitement.

Illustrated by Mike Allred (Madman) in his trademark pop-art style, FF will get a new look and a new replacement Fantastic Four squad, with Ant-Man heading up Reed’s Future Foundation and teaming with She-Hulk, the Inhumans’ Medusa and Miss Thing, an all-new female character clad in a Thing suit of armor

So, which Ant-Man is that? Well it’s the recently back from the dead (see: Childrens Crusade) Scott Lang! It appears we were right when we guessed both Ant-Man and FF a few days ago? Apparently this team was chosen by the Fantastic Four themselves. This definitely looks to be one of the most interesting of the Marvel NOW! titles. Why do I say that?Well, here’s a little of what you should be expecting from this and Fantastic Four which will be linked with one another.

They’ll be gone for a year — which will only be four minutes in regular Earth time — and while there will be continuing plot threads, each issue will be a new adventure and new situation.

“This is the place to be wildly inventive, and I would like to put as many things down on the page as humanly possible and offer up another dose next issue.”

The Big Bang happened in less than a second, though, so four minutes is an eternity for the big brain of Reed Richards. He makes it a point for them to choose the people they want to carry on their legacy just in case something goes awry since the Earth will still need protection.

Ant-Man and his group stand guard for the four minutes, but nothing happens. Three weeks later, a one-eyed, one-legged, long-haired, half-insane, bearded Johnny Storm walks through the time gateway, shuts it behind him and says, “We can never open this door again.”

‘Ant-Man’ To Be Marvel Studios Third Major Release Of 2014!

by Shawn Madden

By now we have all heard about the test footage for Ant-Man that was shown at this years San Diego Comic-Con and I have been talking about this movie quite a bit in the recent months. A few weeks ago I reported that Simon Pegg had tweeted that “Edgar Wright will shoot Ant-Man next year”. And now it seems that news has been confirmed. From what I have been hearing and reading around, Marvel is going to be aiming to have Ant-Man step into Marvel’s London production branch as soon as principal photography on Thor: The Dark World wraps.

There has been a rumor for quite some time that Marvel was aiming to adding a third in-continuity film during their “Phase Two” and this would totally make sense. I mean the buzz alone on Ant-Man after Comic-Con has been ridiculous. If this all pans out expect Ant-Man to begin production around late spring/early summer 2013.

Edgar Wright To Direct Paramount’s ‘Collider’

by Shawn Madden

So, Edgar Wright is getting ready to go into production on Worlds End in September and then gearing up for Ant-Man after that. Well add yet another movie to his schedule now.

Paramount pictures is mobilizing a sci-fi film called Collider, and it is a collision of several of the top guys in the genre. Edgar Wright will direct the film, and he is co-writing the script with I Am Legend‘s Mark Protosevich. Wright is producing with his longtime Big Talk Productions partner Nira Park and JJ Abrams through his Bad Robot banner.

Wow. Edgar seems to be a hot name right now and us over at Geekscape are definitely happy for him. I have yet to be let down by any of his films and definitely looking forward to all three of these projects myself. Just maybe Ant-man a bit more so than the others.

Source: Deadline

Geekscape Comics: The Final Marvel NOW! Teaser Reveals A Fan Favorite

by Shawn Madden

So far Fury’s files have shown him to be keeping tabs on Ant-Man, Nova, Wiccan & Loki and Cable. The final teaser reveals he will also be keeping tabs on a fan-favorite…Star-Lord! This most likely will be an introduction to Bendis’ new Guardians Of The Galaxy series.

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Written by Brian Michael Bendis, Matt Fraction, Jeph Loeb, Nick Spencer, Kieron Gillen, Dennis Hopeless
Art by Michael Allred, Ed McGuinness, Steve McNiven, Jamie Mckelvie, Salvador Larroca and more!
Cover by Adi Granov
Variant Cover by Joe Quesada
Sketch Variant Cover by Joe Quesada
Variant Cover by Skottie Young
THE FUTURE OF MARVEL IS NOW!
64 PGS./Rated T+ …$5.99

Geekscape Comics: Wiccan And Kid Loki In Latest Marvel NOW! Teaser

by Shawn Madden

So far we have seen Cable, Nova, Ant-Man and now we have a teaser showing Wiccan, young Loki and Miss America Chavez. Could these three be the focus from here on in Journey Into Mystery? Maybe even an all new title all together? Damn it Marvel! Tell us now! Check back tomorrow to find out who the fifth and final folder features.

MARVEL NOW! Point One #1
Written by Brian Michael Bendis, Matt Fraction, Jeph Loeb, Nick Spencer, Kieron Gillen, Dennis Hopeless
Art by Michael Allred, Ed McGuinness, Steve McNiven, Jamie Mckelvie, Salvador Larroca and more!
Cover by Adi Granov
Variant Cover by Joe Quesada
Sketch Variant Cover by Joe Quesada
Variant Cover by Skottie Young
THE FUTURE OF MARVEL IS NOW!
64 PGS./Rated T+ …$5.99

Geekscape Comics: Latest Marvel NOW! Teaser Features Ant-Man

by Shawn Madden

So, could we be getting a new Ant-Man series soon? The latest Marvel NOW! teaser features Ant-Man but doesn’t really tell us which one. With Hank Pym currently Giant-Man, and Eric O’Grady being murdered in Secret Avengers and being brought back as the Black Ant, it seems quite likely that it will be Scott Lang. Lang recently returned from the dead in the pages of The Children’s Crusade and has not been seen since. It also would be most likely off the three due to there are reports that Edgar Wright and Joe Cornish’s script for Ant-Man features Scott Lang.

An Introduction To Marvel Studios Phase Two: Ant-Man

by Shawn Madden

Marvel Studios ‘Phase Two’ is coming and some of you may be unfamiliar with what is coming so we are here to help. First off we are going to start with…

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There have actually been three different men to wear the Ant Helmet. The first and most famous is Hank Pym, a brilliant scientist that discovers a form of subatomic particles that he dubs “Pym particles.” These particles allow him to shrink down to microscopic levels. After exploring his surroundings as a pint-sized adventurer, he develops a hi-tech helmet that allows him to telepathically control all ants. Eventually, Pym realizes that his particles work the other way too, and he assumes a second superhero identity: Giant-Man. So in case anyone was still not taking him seriously, he’s now got the ability to squash them.

The second Ant-Man is Scott Lang, a single father who works as an electronics expert under Tony Stark. When his daughter gets seriously ill and the only doctor who can save her is kidnapped…Lang has no choice but to steal Pym’s Ant-Man tech and rescue the doctor himself. Pym is so impressed by by Lang’s skills that instead of having him arrested, he allows Lang to continue being Ant-Man.

The third Ant-Man, Eric O’Grady, is known as “The Irredeemable Ant-Man”. He is a low-level S.H.I.E.L.D. employee that steals an Ant-Man suit and proceeds to do nothing with it beside leering on women in the shower and stopping crime in exchange for cash and girls numbers. The Avengers eventually catch on to his act and begrudgingly try to whip him into shape.

From the test footage the suit is very much along the lines of the Eric O’Grady suit but we will most likely get Hank Pym as far as the character…even though O’Grady could possibly be the funnier one here. Apparently the film will be involving Ant-Man’s “echo time locator”. Which sadly is something I don’t actually know much about. While the movie does not have a release date it has been reported to start filming next year.

Check back next for the next ‘An Introduction To Marvel Studios Phase Two’ focusing on The Winter Soldier.

Simon Pegg Confirms That Edgar Wright Will Shoot ‘Ant-Man’ Next Year

by Shawn Madden

So, if you haven’t been hearing about Ant-Man this weekend you probably have not had access to the internet, been lost in the Age Of Apocalypse, been in a cave with thumbs in your ears or something along those lines. Following the buzz that has hit the internet Simon Pegg made an interesting tweet:

And honestly…who didn’t expect this? Why make a huge announcement as the start of your panel if it’s not going anywhere? Plus this news does come from a quite reliable source when it comes to Edgar Wright. For me this movie can’t come soon enough.

 

Comic-Con 2012: Geekscape Breaks Down Hall H On Saturday!

by Shawn Madden

Saturday is the big day for Hall H every year. It’s the day when the big guns come out and if you missed Hall H this year…you missed out on the best Hall H in years.

So, the panel started with Quentin Tarantino’s ‘Django Unchained’ and the 8 minutes of footage was just as good as what we had already seen. Following that we got to check out footage from ‘End Of Watch’ and ‘Silent Hill: Revelations’ which both looked great.

So let’s get into what you all want to know.

Legendary and Warner Bros. brought it. If you’re read the trending “#holyshit” in regards to ‘Pacific Rim’ that is honestly the best way to describe it. The footage looked amazing and unless someone bootlegged it you will not see this footage any time soon. They are going silent on it but when you do see it…be prepared to be amazed.

Following this we got a teaser trailer that made about 6,000 people lose their shit as soon as they heard that trademark Godzilla scream. The teaser was great and the fact that they will be taking a realistic approach to the movie make it seem like this one is going to be fantastic.

‘Man Of Steel’. What can I say about this? It brought fans to tears. This movie is Superman’s version of ‘Batman Begins’. I don’t even like Superman and I got choked up watching this. There were actually quite a few fans that went up to ask questions with tears of joy in their eyes. It looks phenomenal and Cavill looks perfect as Superman/Clark Kent. I don’t believe you will see the full footage that we saw but I can now confirm you will be getting a teaser trailer attached to ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ next week. Get excited.

‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey’ aka the panel that had more screaming fans than any. They showed 13 minutes of footage here and if you’ve been hearing anything negative about him shooting at 48 frames per second…have no worries. The film looks beautiful and will either live up to or surpass the ring trilogy. We did not get to see Smaug but we did get treated to some great scenes including one involving Gollum and Bilbo. Ring fans…you will not be let down.

So on to the next big gun aka Marvel Studios. Let’s just say I batted 100 here with this one. We had a special appearance by Edgar Wright where he showed us the ‘Ant-Man’ test footage and it looked so fucking good. The suit was definitely a mix between Pym and Eric O’Grady’s and will translate really well.

Following that we got two title announcements. ‘Thor: The Dark World’ and ‘Captain America: The Winter Solider’. You read that right fans…lose your fucking mind because we will see what you wanted since day one.

Remember when I told you that Guardians Of The Galaxy are coming to the big screen? Guess what…they are. We were shown some concept art that you see above and given our first look at the team that consists of Rocket Raccoon, Star-Lord, Drax, Groot and Gamora.

Marvel then brought out the cast and director of ‘Iron Man 3’ who brought with them some footage of  a few scenes including a teaser trailer that is going to make Marvel fans lose their fucking minds. We got a first look at Tony trying out his new suit with the extremis tech. The biggest “holy fucking shit” moment of the teaser? Let’s just say the crowd went wild seeing a certain Ben Kingsley as the Mandarin. And yes…he had the rings on.

Check back tomorrow because I may do a more detailed podcast where I can get more into it.

We Will Get An ‘Ant-Man’ Announcement Tomorrow

by Shawn Madden

Scott Alminiana and myself had the chance to catch an advance screening of the Marvel short ‘Item 47’ tonight that was followed by a q&a.

While they could not say much a few questions definitely gave us an idea of what we are in store for tomorrow at the Marvel Studios panel. The most exciting of these being the following. A question was tossed out asking if we would be seeing Ant-Man or The Wasp in an upcoming Avengers movie to which the people from Marvel studios replied.

You may want to be in Hall H tomorrow because you may get an announcement. Or you may not.

And having sat in through numerous q&a’s I could tell you that the tone that it was answered in basically was saying “You’re getting that one tomorrow”