Tag: Todd McFarlane

Todd McFarlane Offers Update On Next ‘Spawn’ Film

by Shawn Madden

Speaking with MTV Geek at Toy Fair, writer and creator of the series, Todd McFarlane offered an update on the status of the next Spawn film. It was revealed back in 2009 that McFarlane was working on a new film, which would be quite different than the original. The writer reveals that he is still currently working on the script, and that an Oscar-winning actor is on board for the project.

 

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“I continue writing pages here and there. I have a guy waiting in the sidelines, an Academy Award-winning actor. Every three weeks he’s on the phone going, ‘Todd, where’s the script? Todd, where’s the script?’ I can’t say who it is. You could [narrow it down].”

 

“He came out to the office. He gave me his pitch, and I gave him mine. The pitch I gave was that we could do ten of these for the next ten years and he wouldn’t have to be 22 for the rest of his life.”

 

 

McFarlane also revealed that there is a new Spawn animated series is in the works, saying that they’re now able to do things that weren’t when working on the HBO series from the late 90’s.

 

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“We have 90 minutes all set and ready to go, other than sending it to an animation house. We’ve done all the voice recordings, we’ve done all the backgrounds, so the technology is way better than it was a decade ago; there are some spectacular things we can do now that we weren’t able to when we were on HBO.”

 

Well, unlike Al Simmons, it appears this project isn’t quite dead yet.

   
Source: MTV Geek

Check Out The Limited Edition ‘The Walking Dead: Season 3’ “Floating Head” Blu-Ray Case

by Shawn Madden

MTV Geek has scored some images for the limited edition Blu-Ray case for the third season of the The Walking Dead. Just add a little water and you too can sit creepily in a chair staring at the the miniature tank-full of decapitated Walker heads just like The Governor!

 

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The case was created by Todd McFarlane who stated:

 

“We thought it would be fun for the consumer, after buying the case and taking it home, had to get a little interactive, because we’re not supplying the water! So you’re going to have to fill up the tanks yourself, and we’ve got little hooks on the heads, so you can arrange them any way you see fit. You can hang them in a certain order, or you can just let them go to the ground and flop around. No one person’s case has to be exactly like the other’s.”

 

There’s currently no release date set yet, but expect it to be available sometime later this year.

 

The Walking Dead returns Sunday February 10th.

 

Source: MTV Geek

‘Assassin’s Creed’ Action Figures Coming From McFarlane Toys!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Assassin’s Creed fans, it’s time to clear some space on your toy shelf… You do have a toy shelf, right?

 

Ubisoft and Mcfarlane Toys announced today an agreement to create action figures based on the Assassins Creed series. The figures will launch later this year, and prototypes of each will be shown off at this year’s International Toy Fair (booth #4921 if you’re going) .

 

Series one will consist of seven figures, including Connor and Haytham Kenway; each will stand ~6-inches tall and feature over 25 points of articulation. Price-wise, you’re looking at $15-16 per unit, which will be well worth it for the typical quality of Mcfarlane figures.

 

A cool bonus for gamers, straight from Macfarlane himself:
 

“We’re always looking to raise the bar with our figures, and Ubisoft has been a great partner to help make that happen. These will be the first McFarlane Toys to include integration with the game itself. Our Assassin’s Creed figures will include codes that unlock unique content in game – things like new weapons, clothing colors, or other customization options. Features like this reward the hardcore fans who buy the figures, and give collectors some added value.”

 
Sign me up! Are you into these? Which characters would you like to see in the next series?
 
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Stan Lee’s Comikaze Expo Adds Elvira, Todd McFarlane and My Little Pony!

by Jonathan

This morning, Geekscape’s friends at Stan Lee’s Comikaze Expo announced the addition of business partner Cassandra Peterson, better known as Elvira Mistress of the Dark. On top of the news that Peterson will attend Comikaze exclusively as Elvira is the reveal that renowned comic creator Todd McFarlane has also been announced as a Guest of Honor. My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic voice actress Tara Strong (who also voiced Harley Quinn in Batman: Arkham City) was also announced as a guest so get all of your Brony swag ready to be signed.

Those of you guys trying to jump start your filmmaking or art careers should take note of the announcements of Elvira and Peaches Christ’s Horror Hunt film festival and The Search for the Next SuperHero and Villainous Villain art contest. Read about all of it in the below press release!

Beverly Hills, Calif., (May 2012) – Stan Lee’s Comikaze Expo Presented by POW! Entertainment, the largest multimedia pop culture, comic book, horror and gaming convention in Los Angeles, has set the date for its 2nd annual show at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

After rebranding and joining forces with Stan Lee and Pow! Entertainment, Comikaze Expo has brought in a great new business  partner- Cassandra Peterson, best known for her character, Elvira, Mistress of the Dark. Like Stan Lee, Cassandra Peterson was a Guest of Honor at 2011′s inaugural Comikaze Expo. Impressed by Comikaze’s success (as well as Stan Lee’s role), Peterson wanted to be involved. The Elvira creator is taking a very active role in the planning of the largest pop-culture expo in Los Angeles. Peterson and Stan Lee’s Comikaze Expo plan on creating interactive content unlike any other convention.

“I’m thrilled to join forces with the great Stan Lee in becoming a part of Comikaze Expo! Finally, a first class pop culture convention in my hometown of Los Angeles! ” says Peterson. Stan Lee’s Comikaze CEO Regina Carpinelli stated, “Elvira is part of our pop culture history. Not only is Cassandra Peterson a pretty face, but she is also brings so much to the table. She’s one of the most brilliant businesswomen of our time, and has some fantastic ideas. I am so proud to call her our Partner. I like to think of her as Mistress of the Board” Peterson, who retired from appearing at Conventions as Elvira. Will be dressing as her famous character for Stan Lee’s Comikaze. “Stan Lee’s Comikaze, is the only convention in North America where you can get a photo or meet with Elvira. How cool is that?” says Carpinelli.

Peterson and the Stan Lee’s Comikaze team are launching an interactive webseries/film festival for the show taking place September 15-16th. Elvira and Peaches Christ’s Horror Hunt will be akin to American Idol-and Mystery Science Theater 3000. Aspiring and amateur filmmakers will submit their videos to Comikaze. A team of judges will evaluate them, and the top 10 will be picked-or panned by Elvira and her co-host, Peaches Christ on the hilarious new web series, Horror Hunt. A final winner will be chosen and flown out to LA. The winner will also receive a red carpet premier at the historic Vista Theater, as well as an official screening at Stan Lee’s Comikaze Expo. They will also be featured as a guest at Comikaze. Elvira and Peaches Christ’s Horror Hunt will revolutionize the way film festivals are seen.

In conjunction with Horror Hunt, Stan Lee’s Comikaze Expo has also launched The Search for the Next SuperHero and Villainous Villain, an art contest promoting creativity and budding artists. They have also announced a partnership with Star City Games, Americas largest Magic The Gathering tournament company. Stan Lee’s Comikaze Expo will hold a Magic The Gathering tournament, with over $20,000 in cash prizes. All contests and competitions are open to the general public and more info can be found at www.comikazeexpo.com

Renowned comic creator, Todd McFarlane has also been announced as a Guest of Honor. The Spawn creator will be signing books and taking part in select programming. As well as My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic voice actress Tara Strong.

Further announcements around Stan Lee’s Comikaze Expo 2012 will be revealed leading up to the convention. Tickets are now available through pre-sale at $15 . Stan Lee’s Comikaze Expo presented by POW! is also offering a unique ticket that enlists fans into the Stan Lee’s Comikaze Army. This interactive ticket includes a weekend pass, armband, dog tag, military ID for discounts on merchandise and select vendors as well as collector’s edition posters (children under 12 are free) through www.comikazeexpo.com/.