Tag: Mr. Freeze

‘Gotham’ Has Been Renewed For A Third Season!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Gotham fans, don’t you dare be sour.

Yeah, I’ve been watching too much WWE recently.

In any case, Fox has just renewed your favourite Batman prequel series for a third season, and added a big cast member.

Variety is reporting that Pee-Wee Herman himself, Paul Reubens will have a guest arc on the series (instead of just an episode), and will portray Elijah Van Dahl, father of Robin Lord Taylor’s Penguin, as was revealed back in October.

David Madden, entertainment president at Fox Broadcasting said that “It takes a very special team to tell the tales of ‘Gotham. For the past two seasons, Bruno, Danny and John have masterfully honored the mythology of ‘Gotham’ and brought it to life with depth, emotion and memorable high drama. This incredibly talented cast has redefined these iconic characters for a new generation, and we couldn’t be more proud of this show.”

I actually dropped out of Gotham after about five episodes, but just like Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., I hear that the series picked up immensely after a troubled opening. Are you enjoying Gotham thus far? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!

‘Gotham’s Wrath Of The Villains Begins On February 29th, Watch A New Teaser!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: We’re just a couple of weeks away from Gotham‘s midseason premiere, and Fox has just debuted a new teaser for the upcoming ‘Wrath of the Villains’, showing off many of the various bad dudes (and gals) that Gordon and company will be facing throughout the upcoming episodes.

Now, I’m not exactly caught up on Gotham, so I’m actively avoiding any spoilers for what’s happened thus far, but I’ve heard that Gotham‘s second season has been a pretty stellar offering thus far.

In any care, you can take a look at the teaser below, and let us know what you think! Gotham returns on February 29th!

https://youtu.be/hwMSswV14to

New ‘Gotham’ Midseason Poster Teases The ‘Wrath Of The Villains’!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: We’re still a ways away from Gotham‘s midseason premier in late February, but Fox has just debut a great poster teasing the ‘Wrath of the Villains’, and showing off many of the various bad dudes (and gals) that Gordon and company will be facing throughout the season.

Now, I’m not exactly caught up on Gotham, so I’m actively avoiding any spoilers for what’s happened thus far, but this is a neat looking image that doesn’t give anything away, and reminds me that I have just over a month to get my sh*t together, and get caught up.

Take a look at the image below, and let us know what you think! Gotham returns on February 29th!

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The origin story continues on GOTHAM: RISE OF THE VILLAINS and the stakes are higher than ever, as Super Villains more ambitious and depraved are introduced, and a realignment of alliances shakes up the fight for power in Gotham City.

 

Detective JIM GORDON (Ben McKenzie) and the ethically questionable veteran Detective HARVEY BULLOCK (Donal Logue) remain at the forefront of the fight against crime in this dangerously corrupt city. While confronting Gotham’s most notorious criminals, Gordon’s moral compass begins to waver. But he is taken under the wing of NATHANIEL BARNES (Michael Chiklis), a law-and-order zealot who is unafraid of making enemies. Meanwhile, Gordon continues his quest to gain the trust of the young BRUCE WAYNE (David Mazouz), who is on a clear path towards the man he is destined to become, after discovering his father’s deepest secrets, with the help of his trusted butler and mentor, ALFRED PENNYWORTH (Sean Pertwee) and newfound ally at Wayne Enterprises, LUCIUS FOX (Chris Chalk).

Source: THR

‘Gotham’ Teases That ‘The Freeze Is Coming’ In New Season 2 Promo!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Gotham won’t return to FOX until February, but the network has already debuted a new look at Mr. Freeze in the upcoming second half of season two.

Now, I’m not exactly caught up on Gotham, so I’m actually avoiding teasers like this at this point, but shortly following the series’ Winter finale, Gotham showrunner Bruno Heller let TVLine know a little about what to expect from the character, noting that “He absolutely has an agenda. We’re telling the Freeze story in classic style, from its origins. What you saw there is the “beta test.” It’s very early on in the story of Mr. Freeze.”

In any case, you can take a look at the new teaser below (US residents only, sorry world), and let us know what you’re excited to see when Gotham returns!

https://youtu.be/osv4LJtx1LY

The good. The evil. The beginning.

The origin story continues on GOTHAM: RISE OF THE VILLAINS and the stakes are higher than ever, as Super Villains more ambitious and depraved are introduced, and a realignment of alliances shakes up the fight for power in Gotham City.

 

Detective JIM GORDON (Ben McKenzie) and the ethically questionable veteran Detective HARVEY BULLOCK (Donal Logue) remain at the forefront of the fight against crime in this dangerously corrupt city. While confronting Gotham’s most notorious criminals, Gordon’s moral compass begins to waver. But he is taken under the wing of NATHANIEL BARNES (Michael Chiklis), a law-and-order zealot who is unafraid of making enemies. Meanwhile, Gordon continues his quest to gain the trust of the young BRUCE WAYNE (David Mazouz), who is on a clear path towards the man he is destined to become, after discovering his father’s deepest secrets, with the help of his trusted butler and mentor, ALFRED PENNYWORTH (Sean Pertwee) and newfound ally at Wayne Enterprises, LUCIUS FOX (Chris Chalk).

Warner Bros. Takes Us Through 5 Minutes Of ‘Batman: Arkham Origins: Cold, Cold Heart’

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 took us through some gameplay. Creative Director Eric Holmes and Game Director Benoit Richer are seen answering plenty of questions about what we’ll see in the DLC, and we also see a neat new thermal suit, as well as some new abilities for Batman.

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 new video below, and let us know what you’ve thought of Arkham Origins so far.

‘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!

http://youtu.be/i6zSjgiB5R8

‘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!

Geekscape Comics Reviews: “Batman Annual #1”

by Scott Alminiana

This week sees the release of “Batman Annual #1” from Scott Snyder and James Tynion IV, with art from Jason Fabok. Inside this annual we are (re)introduced to Mr. Freeze and “The New 52” take on the character has some very cool changes. Seeing as here at Geekscape we aren’t big fans of spoilers I shall do my best to dance around the big ones found in this issue. Here we go…

As the issue begins we are introduced to Victor Fries as a young boy in Nebraska as he is on his way to a snowman building contest with his mother. In typical comic book origin fashion an accident occurs. The story then jumps to the present day as we find Victor, now locked up in Arkham Asylum during the “Night of The Owls.” Mr. Freeze then orchestrates a pretty chiller and killer escape from Arkham, once free he sets his sights on Wayne Tower and seeking some good old fashioned vengeance. Along the way there is a flash-back sequence that shows us the origin of this new Mr. Freeze that involves Bruce Wayne and how he was directly involved in the accident that turned Fries into Freeze. He blames Bruce Wayne for keeping him from his beloved Nora and plans to make him pay. Back in the present, Mr. Freeze faces off against both Nightwing and Robin in the bowels of Wayne Tower, defeating both in short order. Batman shows up on the scene and the two fight, during which time a stunning new twist is revealed. At the end we are once again taken back to a young Victor, this last scene will leave you with chills, pun intended.

This issue is co-written by regular “Batman” writer Scott Snyder and he is joined by James Tynion IV, a former student of Snyder’s at Sarah Lawrence College. They have crafted a great story that takes full advantage of DC’s “New 52.” They have put an awesome spin Mr. Freeze’s origin as well as managing to tie the story into the “Night of The Owls” event currently spanning all of the Bat books.

Jason Fabok is the artist on-board for this icy tale. Prior to reading this I was unfamiliar with his work, but after seeing his gorgeous art I look forward to seeing more from him. His redesign of Mr. Freeze doesn’t depart too drastically from Freeze’s previous incarnations but is updated for the “New 52” world. His panel layouts are easy to follow and his fight sequences, especially Freeze’s escape from Arkham, are down-right cool (sorry, had to get another cold pun in there).

Peter Steigerwald colors in Fabok’s art and he colors the book with lots of blue, red and black. He baths the flashbacks almost all in blues that help set them apart from the rest of the book. His colors complement Fabok’s art beautifully and helps distinguish this Annual from the ongoing “Batman” book and drive home the point of this issue. This is not Batman’s story, it’s Mr. Freeze’s.

“Batman Annual #1” is not only a great read but is also great way for DC to kick-off the first of their “New 52” Annuals. If the rest of DC’s Annuals are as well handled as this one fans are in for a treat.

Score: 9.5/10

"Everybody freeze!"