How 'The Man Who Fell to Earth' became an exploration of grief and catharsis for its creators How 'The Man Who Fell to Earth' became an exploration of grief and catharsis for its creatorsIf you have seen any of the Star Trek series currently streaming on Paramount+, then you have seen the work of Alex Kurtzman and Jenny Lumet. The writing and producing team have collaborated on everything from Star Trek: Discovery to the upcoming… Apr 25 22April 25, 2022Article at SYFY WIRE
'The Man Who Fell to Earth' stars explain why the sci-fi sequel is really an immigrant story 'The Man Who Fell to Earth' stars explain why the sci-fi sequel is really an immigrant storyIf you are under the impression that Showtime’s new series The Man Who Fell to Earth is simply an ethnically diverse remake of the 1976 Nicolas Roeg film, you would be mistaken. Instead, the ten-episode series is an insightful sequel to the original… Apr 22 22April 22, 2022Article at SYFY WIRE
Roxane Gay is bringing her feminist heist graphic novel 'The Banks' to the screen Roxane Gay is bringing her feminist heist graphic novel 'The Banks' to the screenCelia Banks grew up in a wealthy suburb of Chicago with two moms, got an SUV for her 16th birthday, and a full ride to college. In other words, she comes from money — money her mother and grandmother just so happened to have stolen. Not exactly… Mar 16 22March 16, 2022Article at SYFY WIRE
12 superhero comics from Black creators that are getting live-action adaptations 12 superhero comics from Black creators that are getting live-action adaptationsIt's no secret that comic books have become the new proof of concept medium of choice for superhero live-action films and TV shows. But until recently, many Black indie comic creators were left out of those pitch meetings. Following the success of… Feb 24 22February 24, 2022Article at SYFY WIRE
Mike Mignola shares exclusive pages from 'Sir Edward Grey: Acheron,' his first full comic in 5 years Mike Mignola shares exclusive pages from 'Sir Edward Grey: Acheron,' his first full comic in 5 yearsMike Mignola famously created the character of Hellboy, but in doing so he also created a community of creators he has collaborated with for almost three decades working in the "Mignolaverse." Since 2016, the prolific writer and artist has shared… Nov 30 21November 30, 2021Article at SYFY WIRE
Indie Comics Spotlight: Why you won't see V.E. Schwab's 'Extraordinary' characters again until 'Victorious' Indie Comics Spotlight: Why you won't see V.E. Schwab's 'Extraordinary' characters again until 'Victorious'If you're a fan of YA science fiction, you're probably familiar with Victor Vale and Eli Ever, the protagonists of author V.E. Schwab's hit 2013 novel Vicious and 2015 sequel Vengeful. Fans have been clamoring for a third novel in the Villains series… Nov 18 21November 18, 2021Article at SYFY WIRE
Indie Comics Spotlight: Blade Runner: Origins looks at Replicants agency through a trans lensThe Blade Runner universe has consistently explored themes of class, technology, identity, and discrimination and how the Replicants are born out of their intersection. These conversations continued beyond Ridley Scott's 1982 film through the 2017… Oct 18 21October 18, 2021Article at SYFY WIRE
Indie Comics Spotlight: Keanu Reeves' BZRKR is an immortal weapon with a death wishOver the past three years, Keanu Reeves' renaissance in the entertainment industry has been nothing short of spectacular. Now, the actor, writer, producer, motorcycle mogul, musician, and the most likable guy in Hollywood can add successful comic… Oct 06 21October 06, 2021Article at SYFY WIRE
Indie Comic Spotlight: The fate of the world rests in the mind of Blue Flame’s blue collar heroVault Comics' new Blue Flame series from writer Christopher Cantwell (The United States of Captain America, Doctor Doom) and artist Adam Gorham (Punk Mambo, New Mutants) is nostalgic and eerily relevant at the same time. Colorist Kurt Michael… Sep 17 21September 17, 2021Article at SYFY WIRE
Indie Comics Spotlight: LaToya Morgan’s 'Dark Blood' explores the Jim Crow South with superpowersLaToya Morgan has a career that would make any geek jealous. She has written for hit shows like American Horror Story and The Walking Dead, and was also both a co-executive producer and a writer on Into the Badlands. Earlier this year, Morgan signed… Sep 07 21September 07, 2021Article at SYFY WIRE
Indie Comics Spotlight: Top Cow's Syphon asks ‘What if empathy was a superpower?’When Mohsen Ashraf, a venture capitalist and tech executive, met Patrick Meaney, a filmmaker and comic book historian, at the Sundance Film Festival a few years ago, they bonded over a shared love of comics, sci-fi, and fantasy. Ashraf, also a… Aug 20 21August 20, 2021Article at SYFY WIRE
Indie Comics Spotlight: Cavan Scott's 'Shadow Service' is 'Tinker Tailor Soldier Witch,' and we’re here for itWriter Cavan Scott is known in comics circles for his fandom-friendly work on licensed titles, including Doctor Who, Pacific Rim, Wonder Woman: Agent of Peace, and the Star Wars: High Republic series. However, Shadow Service, his first creator-owned… Aug 06 21August 06, 2021Article at SYFY WIRE
Indie Comics Spotlight: Static Season One's Vita Ayala is not writing your dad’s Virgil HawkinsThe debut of Milestone’s Static #1 was almost 28 years ago to the day. Created by the co-founders of Milestone, Dwayne McDuffie, Dennis Cowan, Michael Davis, and Derek T. Dingle, and drawn by the late John Paul Leon, the character of Virgil Ovid… Jul 17 21July 17, 2021Article at SYFY WIRE
Indie Comics Spotlight: Surely Books founder Mariko Tamaki is tired of diversity panelsEven before Mariko Tamaki (Dark Detective, Harley Quinn: Breaking Glass) was known as a New York Times best-selling author, before she earned her Master’s degree in women studies, and before she founded her new imprint Surely Books with Abrams Comic… Jul 02 21July 02, 2021Article at SYFY WIRE
Indie Comics Spotlight: 'Adora and the Distance' is a magical love letter about adventures and autismAward-winning writer and producer Marc Bernardin (Castle Rock, Carnival Row, SYFY WIRE's Battlestar Galacticast) has been a very busy man. Over the past year, Bernardin created the star-studded Plague Nerdalogues to raise money for the official Black… Jun 18 21June 18, 2021Article at SYFY WIRE
Indie Comics Spotlight: Pro wrestler, gamer, and comic book artist 'Bloody Samoan' is living the dreamMichel Mulipola, aka the "Bloody Samoan," is having the time of his life. Not only is he a full-time comic book artist (Headlocked, WWE), but he's also a Samoan pro wrestling champion signed with Impact Pro Wrestling and a member of the New Zealand… May 28 21May 28, 2021Article at SYFY WIRE
Indie Comics Spotlight: 'MPLS Sound' honors the Revolution that was musical superhero PrinceThirty-six years ago, the late artist known as Prince won an Oscar for Best Original Score for Purple Rain. His musical movie not only crossed genres to make him a household name, but showcased a slew of talented musicians like Morris Day and The… May 07 21May 07, 2021Article at SYFY WIRE
Why it’s pretty obvious we’re going to get a Mortal Kombat sequel (and who we want to see)Unless you’ve been banished to the Netherrealm, you’re probably aware that the highly anticipated Mortal Kombat movie dropped this weekend. Fans have been waiting over 25 years for this live-action adaptation — and the numbers speak for themselves.… Apr 27 21April 27, 2021Article at SYFY WIRE
'MK11 was the bulk of my training': The cast of Mortal Kombat is just as hype for the fatalities as you areWhen director Simon McQuoid and his team began pre-production on Mortal Kombat, there were three things that he knew he would have to pay close attention to: the fights, the fatalities, and the fans. It took more than a decade, a pandemic, and three… Apr 19 21April 19, 2021Article at SYFY WIRE
Indie Comics Spotllght: Ibrahim Moustafa's 'COUNT' turns The Count of Monte Cristo into a sci-fi comeuppance sagaIbrahim Moustafa was so inspired by his latest graphic novel COUNT that he wrote the entire script in just 10 days. Moustafa, well known for his Eisner-nominated artwork in Jaeger and High Crimes, as well as for his art on DC Comics' Mother Panic,… Apr 16 21April 16, 2021Article at SYFY WIRE
