BEYOND THE MARQUEE

Matty Collector’s Masters of the Universe Classics: Rokkon and Stonedar (Toy Review)

July 3rd, 2013

Jonathan Seeliger

Mattel’s STONEDAR and ROKKON figures

As the opening day of Comic-Con 2013 looms closer, geeks, nerds, cosplayers and enthusiasts of every type are counting the days until the doors open on July 18th. With as much magic and mystery behind them as that of those within Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory, Comic-Con is always a blast. Among the panels and presentations from TV and Movie studios that give fans a chance to see their favorite celebrity or get an exclusive first look at the the latest Hollywood blockbuster; the next biggest magnet to SDCC are the toys!!! Yes, every booth from companies large and small, new and old are on hand showcasing the latest designs, prototypes and newly announced lines of statues, figures, replica props and more.

Our Minion Opinion of Despicable Me 2 – A Laughfest (Film Review)

July 2nd, 2013

John Delia

They’re back again those funny characters that make the animated film Despicable Me 2 a hilarious situation comedy that delivers the laughter. I’m speaking of the pill shaped ‘work a bee’s’ for the villain Gru called Minions. In this sequel they dominate the screen and give most of the audience what they came for, a lot of chuckles. My favorite among the humans Agnes still remains the shining star and she’s as adorable as ever.

The Lone Ranger, A Wild Train Ride (Film Review)

July 2nd, 2013

John Delia

Taking a chance on an old-timer favorite producer and director Gore Verbinski brings a remake of The Lone Ranger to the big screen. Loosely based on the 1956 movie starring Clayton Moore and Jay Silverheels his casting of Armie Hammer and Johnny Depp somewhat mirrors the two original players and delivers a solid hit. It’s a wild western filled with thrills.

We Review Matty Collector’s Comic-Con Exclusives of Superman vs General Zod and Shazam!

July 2nd, 2013

David Chase

Mattel’s Man of Steel SUPERMAN vs GENERAL ZOD Figure Set

Cocaine. As our friend Rick James famously mentioned on the Chappelle Show – it’s a hell of a drug. To a toy collector though, it falls far short of that sweet, sweet rush that only a certain plastic can give. That plastic has a name: Exclusive.

The San Diego Comic-con (July 18-24) is home to some of the hottest exclusives of the year. This year’s lineup boasts over 50 companies pledging to bombard fans, convention goers and collectors alike with close to 200 individual products. Yes, whether you’re a collector or not, there will be something for everyone’s flavor. Collectors plan pilgrimages to the mecca of all things pop culture in an effort to gain a foothold on their need (our need? Ok, I confess to making said sojourn once or twice in the last couple of years) for this plastic drug we so desperately crave.

TRAILER TUESDAY: Prisoners, Thanks for Sharing, Escape Plan, Hell Baby, Pacific Rim and MORE!!!

July 2nd, 2013

Beyond the Marquee

TRAILER TUESDAYS Only on BTM

Instead of bouncing around the net trying to find the latest trailers for the hottest films, just drop by Beyond the Marquee on TRAILER TUESDAYS and we’ll load you up with what you need. Whether it’s the latest Hollywood Blockbuster Movie or mind-provoking Independent Film, we always have a fun mix of the best of what’s to come.

So click ahead and check the trailers out…

LOCATION, LOCATION, Location? #11

July 1st, 2013

Kevin Stern

Can ‘ya Guess It?

Our eleventh LOCATION, LOCATION, Location? entry’s filmography is definitely well-rounded.

We Interview Greg Cox, Author of the Movie Novelization of Warners Bros. MAN OF STEEL

July 1st, 2013

Jonathan Seeliger

The MAN OF STEEL Movie Novelization

Greg Cox has been adapting novels and writing stories in other universes for twenty years. Over the past two decades, he has adapted Superman novels from comic book story-arcs, and has written movie adaptation for both Marvel comics (Daredevil) and DC comics (Dark Knight Rises) and everything in between for film (Underworld), TV (Warehouse 13), and even the web (Riese). I was given the opportunity to sit down with him and find out a little bit more about what it’s like to write for these worlds, and to hear more about his experience with Man of Steel, which is now available from our good friends at Titan Books.