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First Official Shot Of Camren Bicondova’s Selina Kyle In Fox’s ‘Gotham’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Following the first photo of Donal Logue as Harvey Bullock from yesterday, Fox has debuted the first official still of Camren Bicondova’s Selina Kyle.

Kyle’s official character description reads that she is “a teenage orphan who is suspicious and wholly unpredictable. A street thief and skilled pickpocket, she’s dangerous when cornered.”

Take a look at the still below, and let us know what you think!

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Everyone knows the name Commissioner Gordon. He is one of the crime world’s greatest foes, a man whose reputation is synonymous with law and order. But what is known of Gordon’s story and his rise from rookie detective to Police Commissioner? What did it take to navigate the multiple layers of corruption that secretly ruled Gotham City, the spawning ground of the world’s most iconic villains? And what circumstances created them – the larger-than-life personas who would become Catwoman, The Penguin, The Riddler, Two-Face and The Joker?

 

“Gotham” is an origin story of the great DC Comics super villains and vigilantes, revealing an entirely new chapter that has never been told. From executive producer/writer Bruno Heller (“The Mentalist,” “Rome”), “Gotham” follows one cop’s rise through a dangerously corrupt city teetering on the edge of evil and chronicles the birth of one of the most popular super heroes of our time.

 

Growing up in Gotham City’s surrounding suburbs, James Gordon (Ben McKenzie, “Southland,” “The O.C.”) romanticized the city as a glamorous and exciting metropolis where his late father once served as a successful district attorney. Now, two weeks into his new job as a Gotham City detective and engaged to his beloved fiancée, Barbara Kean (Erin Richards, Open Grave, “Breaking In”), Gordon is living his dream – even as he hopes to restore the city back to the pure version he remembers it was as a kid.

 

Brave, honest and ready to prove himself, the newly-minted detective is partnered with the brash, but shrewd police legend Harvey Bullock (Donal Logue, “Sons of Anarchy,” “Terriers,” “Vikings,” “Copper”), as the two stumble upon the city’s highest-profile case ever: the murder of local billionaires Thomas and Martha Wayne. At the scene of the crime, Gordon meets the sole survivor: the Waynes’ hauntingly intense 12-year-old son, Bruce (David Mazouz, “Touch”), toward whom the young detective feels an inexplicable kinship. Moved by the boy’s profound loss, Gordon vows to catch the killer.

 

As he navigates the often-underhanded politics of Gotham’s criminal justice system, Gordon will confront imposing gang boss Fish Mooney (Jada Pinkett Smith, The Matrix films, “HawthoRNe,” Collateral), and many of the characters who will become some of fiction’s most renowned, enduring villains, including a teenaged Selina Kyle/the future Catwoman (acting newcomer Camren Bicondova) and Oswald Cobblepot/The Penguin (Robin Lord Taylor, “The Walking Dead,” Another Earth).

 

Although the crime drama will follow Gordon’s turbulent and singular rise through the Gotham City police department, led by Police Captain Sarah Essen (Zabryna Guevara, “Burn Notice”), it also will focus on the unlikely friendship Gordon forms with the young heir to the Wayne fortune, who is being raised by his unflappable butler, Alfred (Sean Pertwee, “Camelot,” “Elementary”). It is a friendship that will last them all of their lives, playing a crucial role in helping the young boy eventually become the crusader he’s destined to be.

Here’s The First Official Shot Of Donal Logue As Harvey Bullock In ‘Gotham’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: It was barely a month ago that we learned of Donal Logue’s casting as Harvey Bullock in Fox’s Gotham, and we already have the first official shot of his character.

The official description for the character reads that “Jim Gordon’s partner and mentor, the rough-around-the-edges Detective Harvey Bullock plays loose with police procedure, but he gets results … and he does it with old-school, forceful panache.”

Take a look at the shot below, and let us know if you’re looking forward to the series.

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Fox’s ‘Gotham’ Gets A Logo And Synopsis!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Following the absolute ton of casting that Fox has been doing over the past few weeks, Fox has revealed the logo and first synopsis for the upcoming series, Gotham.

Here’s the logo:

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And here’s what it’s all about:

Everyone knows the name Commissioner Gordon. He is one of the crime world’s greatest foes, a man whose reputation is synonymous with law and order. But what is known of Gordon’s story and his rise from rookie detective to Police Commissioner? What did it take to navigate the multiple layers of corruption that secretly ruled Gotham City, the spawning ground of the world’s most iconic villains? And what circumstances created them – the larger-than-life personas who would become Catwoman, The Penguin, The Riddler, Two-Face and The Joker?

 

“Gotham” is an origin story of the great DC Comics super villains and vigilantes, revealing an entirely new chapter that has never been told. From executive producer/writer Bruno Heller (“The Mentalist,” “Rome”), “Gotham” follows one cop’s rise through a dangerously corrupt city teetering on the edge of evil and chronicles the birth of one of the most popular super heroes of our time.

 

Growing up in Gotham City’s surrounding suburbs, James Gordon (Ben McKenzie, “Southland,” “The O.C.”) romanticized the city as a glamorous and exciting metropolis where his late father once served as a successful district attorney. Now, two weeks into his new job as a Gotham City detective and engaged to his beloved fiancée, Barbara Kean (Erin Richards, Open Grave, “Breaking In”), Gordon is living his dream – even as he hopes to restore the city back to the pure version he remembers it was as a kid.

 

Brave, honest and ready to prove himself, the newly-minted detective is partnered with the brash, but shrewd police legend Harvey Bullock (Donal Logue, “Sons of Anarchy,” “Terriers,” “Vikings,” “Copper”), as the two stumble upon the city’s highest-profile case ever: the murder of local billionaires Thomas and Martha Wayne. At the scene of the crime, Gordon meets the sole survivor: the Waynes’ hauntingly intense 12-year-old son, Bruce (David Mazouz, “Touch”), toward whom the young detective feels an inexplicable kinship. Moved by the boy’s profound loss, Gordon vows to catch the killer.

 

As he navigates the often-underhanded politics of Gotham’s criminal justice system, Gordon will confront imposing gang boss Fish Mooney (Jada Pinkett Smith, The Matrix films, “HawthoRNe,” Collateral), and many of the characters who will become some of fiction’s most renowned, enduring villains, including a teenaged Selina Kyle/the future Catwoman (acting newcomer Camren Bicondova) and Oswald Cobblepot/The Penguin (Robin Lord Taylor, “The Walking Dead,” Another Earth).

 

Although the crime drama will follow Gordon’s turbulent and singular rise through the Gotham City police department, led by Police Captain Sarah Essen (Zabryna Guevara, “Burn Notice”), it also will focus on the unlikely friendship Gordon forms with the young heir to the Wayne fortune, who is being raised by his unflappable butler, Alfred (Sean Pertwee, “Camelot,” “Elementary”). It is a friendship that will last them all of their lives, playing a crucial role in helping the young boy eventually become the crusader he’s destined to be.

Are you excited for the show? What do you hope to see from it?

New Details, Tons Of Screenshots For ‘Batman: Arkham Knight’!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: The game was only announced two days ago (with a very impressive CGI trailer), but thanks to Game Informer we know have more information on the upcoming Batman: Arkham Knight.

First up, it looks like the game’s subtitle, Arkham Knight, isn’t referring to Batman, but a new character altogether:

“We hadn’t in the previous games introduced someone new to the universe. We wanted to introduce someone who could really challenge Batman to go head to head with him in lots of different ways. We’re not talking about those ways just yet but this guy is definitely a formidable foe for Batman.” said game director Sefton Hill.

On that note, ConsoleLife has published the following image, which doesn’t look like our Bats, and is totally, probably the Arkham Knight:

ArkhamKnightThe game’s environment will take place over three distinct islands, which will end up about five times larger than the map in Arkham City. As always, Rocksteady doesn’t want to make it big, just so they can say it’s big:

As we’ve said before with Arkham City, it’s not about scale as much as detail. We want to make sure the world is rich and full of interesting things to do. We’re not trying to create the biggest open-world game ever. We are trying to create a really rich, vibrant, dense open world.”

Last update. As we learned a few days back, the Batmobile will definitely be drivable. That’s cool news, but Rocksteady doesn’t just want it to be any old car:

“We wanted to make the best car in any game ever. That was our mission statement right from the start.”

A ton of new images from the magazine have also made their way online, including our first looks at Oracle, the Penguin, the Riddler, and more. Take a look at the images below, and let us know if you’re looking forward to the game! Batman: Arkham Knight will launch on October 14th, and if you pre-order the title, it looks as though you’ll get the opportunity to play as Harley Quinn.

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Selena Kyle And Young Bruce Wayne Cast For Fox’s ‘Gotham’!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: The cast of Gotham has grown once more.

Following Jada Pinkett-Smith joining the project a few weeks back (and plenty of other casting just prior to that), Touch‘s David Mazouz has been cast in the series as a young Bruce Wayne, and newcomer Camren Bicondova has come onboard as Selina Kyle.

According to the release, Wayne has been “sentenced to a solitary life after the tragic murder of his wealthy parents. Serious and soulful, young Bruce relies on the guidance and protection of Alfred Pennyworth and James Gordon.” while Kyle is “a teenage orphan who is suspicious and wholly unpredictable. A street thief and skilled pickpocket, she’s dangerous when cornered.”

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Via Camren’s twitter.

Are you looking forward to Gotham? What do you think of the cast so far? Sound out below!

Rocksteady Developed ‘Batman: Arkham Knight’ Announced, Watch The First Bad-Ass Trailer!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: So it looks like Rocksteady was working on an Arkham title after all, and it’s the first game in the series that will hit the still-new Xbox One and PS4 (and won’t be hitting PS3 or Xbox 360).

The game is called Batman: Arkham Knight, and while all that we’ve seen from the game so far is a four-minute CGI (excellent) trailer, with Rocksteady back behind the series, we know that this game is going to be heaven for Batman fans.

According to Warner Bros., Arkham Knight will act as the conclusion to the Arkham series, and that in the game “Batman faces the ultimate threat against the city he is sworn to protect. The Scarecrow returns to unite an impressive roster of super villains, including Penguin, Two-Face and Harley Quinn, to destroy The Dark Knight forever. Batman: Arkham Knight introduces Rocksteady’s uniquely designed version of the Batmobile, which is drivable for the first time in the franchise. The addition of this legendary vehicle, combined with the acclaimed gameplay of the Batman Arkham series, offers gamers the ultimate and complete Batman experience as they tear through the streets and soar across the skyline of the entirety of Gotham City.”

You read that right, you get to drive the Batmobile.

Sefton Hill, Game Director at Rocksteady Studios states that “The team at Rocksteady Studios is putting a tremendous amount of work into delivering the final chapter of our Batman: Arkham trilogy so that fans can feel what it’s like to be the Batman. We’re excited to be developing the game for next-gen platforms, which has allowed us to bring to life the design elements that we envisioned from the beginning such as the Batmobile and how it augments Batman’s abilities, to the fully detailed and realized Gotham City.”

Yep, as I mentioned above, the game is only coming to next-gen (well, now current-gen) consoles (and PC), meaning that as pretty as the previous Arkham games were, Arkham Knight should look absolutely gorgeous.

Take a look at the CGI trailer below, and let us know how excited you are!

‘Batman: Arkham Origins – Cold, Cold, Heart’ Story DLC Gets A Trailer!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: All the way back in January, Warner Bros. teased us that new Batman: Arkham Origins story DLC was on its way.

Today, they finally debuted the first trailer. It’s called ‘Cold, Cold, Heart’, and as we expected, it’s definitely about Mr. Freeze.

The DLC will hit PS3, Xbox 360, and PC on April 22nd. Note that the content will not be making the Wii U edition (which is, of course, the one that I bought).

Take a look at the trailer below, and let us know if you’ll be picking it up!

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‘The Lego Movie’ Sequel Gets A Release Date!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Yes, yes, yes!

Of course Warner Bros. phenomenal The Lego Movie is getting a sequel. It’s still tearing up the box office WEEKS after release, the thing is way, way better than we could have ever wished, and its theme song, ‘Everything Is Awesome’ is STILL stuck in our heads.

We want more, and we’re getting more… but not until 2017.

Yep, the movie is schedule to hit theatres on May 26th, 2017, which is way later than we’d like, but we’ll take what we can get (animation is hard guys, give them a break).

For now, you’ll have to just watch this on repeat. Let us know if you loved The Lego Movie as much as we did, and if you’re excited that it’s getting a sequel!

Jada Pinkett Smith Joins Fox’s ‘Gotham’!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: The cast of Fox’s Gotham has grown yet again.

This time, Jada Pinkett Smith has joined the project as Fish Mooney, “a sadistic gangster boss and nightclub owner. Wielding street smarts and the almost extra-sensory ability to read people, Fish is imposing and hotheaded — and not one to be crossed.”

Pinkett joins Donal Logue (Harvey Bullock), Robin Lord Taylor (Oswald Cobblepot), Zabryna Guevara (Captain Essen), Sean Pertwee (Alfred Pennyworth), Erin Richards (Barbara Kean), and of course Benjamin McKenzie (James Gordon).

What do you think of the casting so far? Who else would you like to see nab a role? Sound out below!

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‘The Lego Movie’ Bloopers Seem Kinda Fake, Are Still Awesome

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: So, The Lego Movie has been out for a couple of weeks at this point. We’ve broken it down on the podcast, are still wildly addicted to its theme song, and now Warner Bros. has debuted a blooper reel for the film, which seems almost entirely fake, but is also entirely AWESOME.

Take a look at the video below, and let us know what you think. Haven’t checked out The Lego Movie yet? What the heck are you waiting for!

An ordinary guy named Emmet (Chris Pratt) is mistaken as being the Master Builder, the one who can save the universe. With the aid of an old mystic Vitruvius (Morgan Freeman), a tough young lady named Lucy (Elizabeth Banks), and Batman (Will Arnett), Emmet will fight to defeat the evil tyrant Lord Business (Will Ferrell) who is bent on destroying the universe by gluing it together.

The ‘Gotham’ Casting Continues! Donal Logue Is Detective Harvey Bullock

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: It was just yesterday that Fox announced the casting of The Penguin, Alfred, and more for their upcoming series Gotham (which came just a few days after the announcement of Jim Gordon’s character), and today that cast has expanded once more.

Donal Logue, best known for his work on Sons of Anarchy and Vikings has taken the role of Detective Harvey Bullock. The official description for the character reads that “Jim Gordon’s partner and mentor, the rough-around-the-edges Detective Harvey Bullock plays loose with police procedure, but he gets results … and he does it with old-school, forceful panache.”

Casting for the project is coming along very quickly. At this rate, it’ll be interesting to see what comes next. What do you hope to see from Gotham? What do you think of the cast so far? Sound out below!

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The Penguin, Alfred, More Cast In Fox’s ‘Gotham’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: After casting Southland‘s Ben McKenzie as James Gordon earlier this week, Fox has revealed more of the principal cast for their currently-in-production series, Gotham.

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Accepted and Would You Rather star Robin Taylor will portray Oswald Cobblepot (The Penguin). The character description in the press release reads that “With the brains of a chess grandmaster and the morals of a jackal, Oswald Cobblepot is a low-level psychopath (for gangster Fish Mooney) who hides his sadistic lust for power behind an exquisitely polite demeanour.”

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Burn Notice star Zabryna Guevara has been cast as Captain Essen. Her character is described as “Gordon’s boss at the GCPD Homicide Squad, Captain Essen balances the two worlds of police and politics with a Machiavellian skill that’s as much corporate litigator as cop.”

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Sean Pertwee will play Alfred Pennyworth, who is “A tough-as-nails ex-marine from East London, Alfred Pennyworth has loyally served the Waynes. Now, in the wake of their tragic deaths, he’s fiercely protective of the young Bruce Wayne.”

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And finally, Erin Richards will portray Barbara Kean, who is “A sophisticated emergency room doctor, Barbara is the fiancée of James Gordon, joyful but with an edge of vulnerability. She stands by her future husband…which can be difficult in a world as corrupt as Gotham.”

Things seem to be coming together quite quickly for the series. Be sure to let us know what you think of the latest casting, and we’ll be sure to keep you up to date with more!

The Official Music Video For ‘Everything Is Awesome’ Is Now Online!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: This song has been stuck in my head ever since I left the theatre on Friday, and now I can listen to it over and over and over again.

The official music video for Tegan & Sara (and The Lonely Island’s) ‘Everything Is Awesome’ has just hit the internet. It’s hilariously low-budget, and super (super) catchy.

Did you already catch The Lego Movie? What did you think of it? Be sure to catch the just-released episode of Geekscape (finally, right?), where Jonathan and guest Marie Jamora give their thoughts on the film (plus so much more)!

Fox’s ‘Gotham’ Casts Its Gordon!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Fox has found its Jim Gordon.

The O.C. and Southland star Benjamin McKenzie will play the young Commissioner in the currently-in-development pilot Gotham. He’ s no stranger to the world of Batman either, as he voiced the Dark Knight himself in the 2011 animated feature Batman: Year One.

Details on Gotham are still few and far between, but the series is set to tell the origin of the commissioner, and will also feature a young, pre-Batman Bruce Wayne (as well as some of the franchise’s classic villains).

Are you looking forward to the series? Are you hoping for a dark, Batman Begins style Gotham, or something a little more fun? Let us know in the comments below, and we’ll be sure to keep you up to date on all things Gotham.

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Source: Variety

‘The Lego Movie Video Game’ Hits Stores Today, Watch The Launch Trailer!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: The Lego Movie hits theatres today (I’m set to see it in a couple of hours, and I’m very excited), and apparently, the film also has a tie-in game.

The game is fittingly titled The Lego Movie Video Game, and it looks just as absurdly excellent as the movie that it’s based on. Here’s the game’s synopsis, straight from the press release:

The LEGO Movie Videogame takes players on an awesome adventure through fantastical LEGO worlds, including Bricksburg, Cloud Cuckoo Land and the Wild West of Flatbush Gulch. And for the first time ever in a LEGO game, all environments are made entirely of digital LEGO bricks. Based on the humorous and action-packed events from the film, The LEGO Movie Videogame puts players in control of Emmet, an ordinary LEGO minifigure mistakenly thought to be “The Special” — a character prophesized to save the world from an evil LEGO tyrant. Using the abilities of more than 90 characters inspired by the film, which include an unlikely cast from some of the world’s most beloved and well-knowing properties, including DC Comics Super Heroes like Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman, family members of all ages will navigate 15 exciting levels in the console version and 45 action-packed missions in the handheld version. With unexpected moments and twists at every level, gamers will build their way -through a uniquely LEGO adventure on their ultimate mission to bring creativity to their LEGO world.

Take a look at the launch trailer for the game below, and let us know if you plan to pick it up! The game is available for Xbox 360, PS3, Wii U, Vita, and 3DS. Playable characters in the game include Emmet (voiced by Chris Pratt), Vitruvius (Morgan Freeman), Wyldstyle (Elizabeth Banks), Batman (Will Arnett) and Lord Business (WIll Ferrell).

‘The Lego Movie’ Hits Theatres This Friday, Go Behind-The-Scenes!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: The Lego Movie hits theatres this Friday, and I am so damned excited.

Positive reviews for the film have started rolling in, every trailer has been fantastic, and I cannot wait to get in line. Today, Warner Bros. Pictures debuted a new featurette for the film, which takes us behind-the-scenes, and features many of the movie’s all-star cast.

Take a look at the featurette below, and let us know how freaking excited you are.

An ordinary guy named Emmet (Chris Pratt) is mistaken as being the Master Builder, the one who can save the universe. With the aid of an old mystic Vitruvius (Morgan Freeman), a tough young lady named Lucy (Elizabeth Banks), and Batman (Will Arnett), Emmet will fight to defeat the evil tyrant Lord Business (Will Ferrell) who is bent on destroying the universe by gluing it together.

Batman Vs Superman: Lex Luthor and Alfred Cast!

by S.J. Borger

Big news for all of you Superman Vs Batman (aka Man of Steel 2) movie fans out there (well, not Ben Affleck as Batman big, but big). Director Zack Snyder confirmed casting for two pivotal parts in the upcoming Warner Bros. film:  Jeremy Irons as Alfred Pennyworth, Bruce Wayne’s trusted adviser; and Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor, Superman’s iconic nemesis.

Jesse Eisenberg (L) has been confirmed as the Man Of Steel's 2 Lex Luthor; Jeremy Irons (R) has been cast as Alfred in the upcoming Man of Steel 2 movie. Getty Images
Jesse Eisenberg (L) has been confirmed as the Man Of Steel’s 2 Lex Luthor; Jeremy Irons (R) has been cast as Alfred in the upcoming Man of Steel 2 movie.
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In a Warner Bros. press release issued today, Snyder said of Irons: “As everyone knows, Alfred is Bruce Wayne’s most trusted friend, ally and mentor, a noble guardian and father figure. He is an absolutely critical element in the intricate infrastructure that allows Bruce Wayne to transform himself into Batman. It is an honor to have such an amazingly seasoned and gifted actor as Jeremy taking on the important role of the man who mentors and guides the guarded and nearly impervious façade that encapsulates Bruce Wayne.”

Irons won an Oscar for his work in Reversal of Fortune and was the infamous Simon Says villain in Die Hard: With A Vengeance. 

Irons name has been on the short list of possible Alfreds for some time, so it came as no surprise when his name was announced. Slightly more surprising was the casting of Eisenberg– best known for his portrayal of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg in The Social Network, and the sleeper hit Now You See Me–as Lex Luthor.

The villain is typically portrayed as being older than Superman, usually in their late 30’s, early 40’s. Eisenberg, 30, offers a new direction for Luthor to go.

Regarding Eisenberg’s unexpected casting, Snyder said:

“Lex Luthor is often considered the most notorious of Superman’s rivals…what’s great about Lex is that he exits beyond the confines of the stereotypical nefarious villain. He’s a complicated and sophisticated character whose intellect, wealth, and prominence position him as one of the few mortals able to challenge the incredible might of Superman. Having Jesse in the role allows us to explore that interesting dynamic, and also take the character in some new and unexpected directions.”

Lex Luthor is expected to be a supporting villain in Man of Steel 2, with another (as yet unidentified) villain posing a more physical threat. Rumors are flying about the identity of the this mega-villain but Warner Bros is keeping mum for now.

Irons and Eisenberg join Ben Affleck as Batman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman and Man of Steel cast Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Laurence Fishburne and Diane Lane.

Tentatively billed as Man of Steel 2, the film is set for a May 6, 2016 release. Written by Chris Terrio from a screenplay by David S. Goyer and directed by Zach Snyder.

Batman, Superman Get Their Own ‘The Lego Movie’ Posters

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Warner Bros. has just debuted two excellent new character posters for next month’s highly anticipated The Lego Movie.

The latest one-sheets feature Batman, who will be voiced by Will Arnett in the film, and Superman, voiced by Channing Tatum.

If you haven’t seen the film’s trailer yet, I’d highly recommend that you check it out, as this thing looks wonderful. In any case, take a look at the new posters below, and let us know what you think! The Lego Movie hits theatres on February 7th, 2014!

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The original 3D computer animated story follows Emmet, an ordinary, rules-following, perfectly average LEGO minifigure who is mistakenly identified as the most extraordinary person and the key to saving the world.

‘Batman: Arkham Origins’ Story DLC Teased, Mr. Freeze To Make An Appearance?

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: The official Batman Arkham twitter account has been teasing a DLC announcement for some time now, and now that the new year is upon us, they appear to have revealed the first details of the upcoming single-player DLC.

Take a look at the two very allusive tweets below:

 

 

We only need to take one look at that statue to realize that this DLC will be Mr. Freeze centric, but does the first tweet mean that it’ll be taking place in Wayne Manor?

We’ll be sure to share more as soon as it’s announced, but for now, feel free to speculate below, and let us know if you’re enjoying Arkham Origins!

‘Initiation’ DLC Coming For ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’, Watch The Trailer Now!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Batman: Arkham Origins received some very polarizing reviews when it launched this October (I haven’t had a chance to check out the game yet, so I’m not sure where my opinion sits), but that doesn’t mean that the upcoming Initiation DLC doesn’t look very cool.

The Initiation Challenge Map Add-On focuses on Bruce Wayne before he donned his cowl, and introduces a new challenge campaign with four unique challenge maps and two original skins — Initiation Bruce Wayne and Vigilante Bruce Wayne.

Set high in the Paektu-San Mountains of North Korea, the Initiation Add-On follows a young Bruce Wayne as he faces his ultimate test. Players will embark upon a series of challenge maps that test their martial arts training across exotic locales, including a bamboo forest and a mountain top monastery. Combat fresh enemies and face an epic final test to prove your worthiness to Bruce’s greatest and most pitiless teacher, Kirigi.

The DLC pack hits PS3, Xbox 360, Wii U, and PC tomorrow. Be sure to let us know what you thought of the base game, and if you’ll be picking up this DLC!

Geekscape 312: Marisha Ray Gets Stalked!

by Jonathan

Actress and host Marisha Ray makes her much deserved Geekscape debut! She talks about her projects ‘Super Power Beat Down’ and ‘Batgirl: Spoiled’! And of course, because drama should follow any good actress, this could be the end of ‘Batgirl: Spoiled’ since Warner Bros just sent them a cease and desist! What are they going to do now!?! Also, how wearing a spirit hood absolutely makes you less of a man and Marisha and I review ‘Thor 2: The Dark World’!

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New Poster For ‘The Lego Movie’ Features The Caped Crusader!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Warner Bros. has just debuted an excellent new character poster for next year’s highly anticipated The Lego Movie.

The latest one-sheet features the caped crusader himself, who will be voiced by Will Arnett in the film.

If you haven’t seen the film’s trailer yet, I’d highly recommend that you check it out, as this thing looks wonderful. In any case, take a look at the new poster below, and let us know what you think! The Lego Movie hits theatres on February 7th, 2014!

Batman Character Poster For 'The Lego Movie'

The original 3D computer animated story follows Emmet, an ordinary, rules-following, perfectly average LEGO minifigure who is mistakenly identified as the most extraordinary person and the key to saving the world.

Rumor: Three Actresses Testing For Wonder Woman In ‘Batman Vs. Superman’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: First of all, has the movie officially been called Batman vs. Superman, or is everyone still playing off of that rumour?

In any case, it’s been rumoured for some time that the film would also feature Wonder Woman herself, Diana Prince. Earlier this morning, Variety revealed just who may be on the short list for the role.

First up is Fast & Furious star Gal Gadot:

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Then there’s G.I. Joe: Retaliation’s Elodie Yung:

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And last (but not least), Oblivion‘s Olga Kurylenko:

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Like all rumours, take this with a grain of salt. I’d certainly love to see Wonder Woman on the big screen, so we’ll be sure to let you know of any more developments!

Rumour or not, who would you like to see portray the character? Sound out below!

Geekscape 311: Jon Schnepp Meets My Parents!

by Jonathan

Hot off the heels of Stan Lee’s Comikaze, Jon Schnepp drops in to Geekscape to talk about the status of his Kickstarted documentary ‘The Death of Superman Lives: What Happened?’ and his new project ‘Unicrom: The Unicorn Barbarian‘, which is a project so amazing you’ll just have to check it out for yourself! Also, my parents sit in as guest co-hosts and we talk about writing, how video games as a kid almost drove them crazy and what comic books to read. PLUS! Jon and I talk about the amazing possibilities of Marvel’s newly announced Netflix series based on Daredevil, Iron Fist, Luke Cage, Jessica Jones and The Defenders!

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‘Batman: Arkham Origins’ Launch Trailer Debuts Online, Is Absolutely Fantastic

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Batman: Arkham Origins is just two days away from stores, and Warner Bros. Interactive has just released a phenomenal launch trailer for the game.

The action-packed trailer takes us through some important points in the title, and it definitely shows off some of the game’s new voice talent (like the new Batman, Roger Craig Smith, who we just had on the show).

We just saw a 17-minute gameplay walkthrough of the game yesterday, and after seeing the launch trailer today, it’s very clear that WB Games Montreal has done an incredible job with the franchise. Take a look at the newest trailer below, and let us know if you’re looking forward to the game! Batman: Arkham Origins releases this Friday for PS3, Xbox 360, Wii U, and PC.

http://youtu.be/9k3hi3oGq6A

Batman: Arkham Origins features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline occurring several years before the events of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City. Taking place before the rise of Gotham City’s most dangerous villains and assassins, the game showcases a young, raw, unrefined Batman as he faces a defining moment in his early career as a crime fighter that sets his path to becoming the Dark Knight. As the story unfolds, witness identities being formed and key relationships being forged.

17-Minute Gameplay Walkthrough For ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’ Now Online!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Warner Bros. Interactive today debuted a 17-minute gameplay walkthrough for this week’s release of Batman: Arkham Origins.

The video features Senior Producer Ben Mattes and Gameplay Director Michael McIntyre at WB Games Montréal, who guide you through the mechanics of the new title, highlighting the game’s deep combat system and engrossing narrative. In the video,  you’ll see the Dark Knight explore the Batcave, beat down on thugs and infiltrate a corrupt Gotham City Police Department.

I think that anyone who may have been worried about Arkham Origins failing to live up to the Arkham standard can now rest assured, the game looks awesome. Take a look at the video below, and let us know if you’ll be picking up Origins this Friday!

Looking for more Batman: Arkham Origins? Batman voice actor Roger Craig-Smith was a guest on last week’s episode of Geekscape!

Batman: Arkham Origins features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline occurring several years before the events of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City. Taking place before the rise of Gotham City’s most dangerous villains and assassins, the game showcases a young, raw, unrefined Batman as he faces a defining moment in his early career as a crime fighter that sets his path to becoming the Dark Knight. As the story unfolds, witness identities being formed and key relationships being forged.

Geekscape 308: ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’ Actor Roger Craig Smith!

by Jonathan

The next game in the Batman Arkham series hits next week with ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’! But this time there are some changes! Developer Rocksteady Games has given way to Warner Brothers Montreal and both Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill have been replaced as Batman and The Joker! Luckily, I think we’re in really good hands, as new Batman voice actor Roger Craig Smith can attest to on this episode as he talks about becoming the Dark Knight, the difference in playing him as opposed to Captain America on Disney’s ‘Avengers Assemble’ and how he got into voice over work to begin with! There’s also a ton more, include a call from ‘Airwolf’ writer David Gorden to talk about the new comic’s release and guest co-host Andrew Duvall from SyFy’s ‘Fangasm’!

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Geekscape Mobile: ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’ Now Available On iOS!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Earlier this week we showed you the first trailer for NetherRealm Studios’ mobile edition of Batman: Arkham Origins.

The studio, which recently released the phenomenal Injustice: Gods Among Us, and also developed the 2011 iOS title Batman: Arkham City Lockdown, Origins looks like a great evolution of their previous mobile Batman title.

You’ll play as Batman as he fights his way through Gotham City’s most dangerous locales and encounters a number of DC Comics’ most deadly assassins. As you progress, you’ll be able to upgrade your character’s skills and fighting tactics, but you’ll also be able to unlock a number of unique Batsuits by earning in-game currency and rewards, and fans that also own a console version of the game will be able to access exclusive bonus content that is not available elsewhere.

Batman: Arkham Origins is available now for iOS, while the Android version is expected later this holiday season. Head here to download the title, and be sure to let us know if you enjoy it! The console version of Batman: Arkham Origins releases on October 25th.

Watch Two New TV Spots For ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Warner Bros. today debuted two new TV spots for next week’s highly anticipated release of Batman: Arkham Origins.

The game is looking fantastic so far, but of course, many have been worried that it wouldn’t have a chance at matching the quality of the first two titles in the series. First, Rocksteady Studios is not developing the game (it’s instead being handled directly by Warner Bros. Interactive), and second, neither Kevin Conroy nor Mark Hamill are involved with the title.

Troy Baker, the new voice of The Joker, recently recited a monologue from Alan Moore’s The Killing Joke, and it was wonderful. Roger Craig Smith sounds great as Batman (and was also on tonight’s Geekscape, look for the link later), and early buzz for the game has been excellent. At this point in the game’s cycle, I don’t think that we have anything to worry about.

Take a look at the spots below, and let us know if you’re looking forward to the game! Batman: Arkham Origins releases on October 25th!

http://youtu.be/7Do5s6_dgwU

Batman: Arkham Origins features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline occurring several years before the events of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City. Taking place before the rise of Gotham City’s most dangerous villains and assassins, the game showcases a young, raw, unrefined Batman as he faces a defining moment in his early career as a crime fighter that sets his path to becoming the Dark Knight. As the story unfolds, witness identities being formed and key relationships being forged.

Troy Baker Performs Monologue As The Joker And Settles Our ‘Arkham Origins’ Fears

by Cameron Shooshtari

Briefly: Batman: Arkham Origins will soon be out this month on the 25th, and the big question for Batman fans was how will the new voice of the Joker compare to that of the legendary Mark Hamill’s depiction. At a recent panel during New York Comic-Con, fans caught a glimpse of insanity as the new Joker (played by Troy Baker) recites a famous Joker monologue from Alan Moore’s The Killing Joke and absolutely nails it. Hamill should be proud.

Kevin Conroy (who has voiced Batman in the past two Arkham games) will not be reprising the Dark Knight, who will instead be voiced by Roger Craig Smith, best known for voicing Ezio Auditore (Assassin’s Creed) and Chris Redfield (Resident Evil) among many other roles.

Are you planning to pick up Batman: Arkham Origins when it launches later this month? What are you most looking forward to seeing in the game? Sound out below!