Comics
Infinity Countdown: Darkhawk #1 Comic Review: Another Thrilling Entry In The Hit Cosmic Series
A cosmic hero returns in Infinity Countdown: Darkhawk #1 from Marvel Comics. Marvel’s massive 2018 event just got wilder. ComiConverse contributor Mitch Nissen takes a closer look. Review: Infinity Countdown: Darkhawk #1 What started off last year as just another Guardians of the Galaxy story...
Avengers: Infinity War Review: A Perfectly Aligned Gauntlet Of Fun, Dread and Emotion
Avengers: Infinity War Film Review As the Avengers and their allies have continued to protect the world from threats too significant for any one hero to handle, a new danger has emerged from the cosmic shadows: Thanos. A despot of intergalactic infamy, his goal is...
Review: Infinity Countdown #1
Infinity Countdown, Marvel’s latest event, has begun. The Guardians of the Galaxy, Nova, and a host of others from across the cosmos converge on the Infinity Stones in a battle that will rock the Marvel universe. ComiConverse contributor Mitch Nissen takes a look. Review: Infinity...
Review: Guardians of the Galaxy #150
Guardians of the Galaxy #150 has hit comic shops everywhere, hailing the return of a classic Marvel cosmic hero and igniting a new Marvel event series. ComiConverse contributor Mitch Nissen takes a look at this latest cosmic adventure from Marvel Comics. Review: Guardians Of The...
A Decade of Greatness: Ranking the Top 10 MCU Films
As we approach the 10-year anniversary of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, our Joseph Gioeli analyzes and ranks the Top 10 films in the MCU throughout the past decade. This list is updated to Thor: Ragnarok No. 10: Ant-Man (2015) A somewhat surprising decision on the...
Comic Book Films: The Best by Year
Some years have been tough for comic book films, while others have been exceptional. Our Joseph Gioeli is here to determine which years have been the best of the best in terms of quality comic book films. Between 1978 and 2007, there was an average...
Decoding the DnA of Guardians of the Galaxy (Part 4)
From 2008 to 2011 writers Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning told the tale of the Guardians. But it was more than merely a story about Star-Lord and his team. DnA (Dan and Andy) piloted the last great era for Marvel's cosmic realms, taking characters created...
TerrifiCon Hits The Jackpot At Mohegan Sun
A comic con in a casino? Yup! TerrifiCon was held at The Mohegan Sun in Uncasville Connecticut. No matter what your luck on the casino floor, all fans were winners as they entered the convention hall. TerrifiCon Brings Top Notch Celebs Celebrity Guests Finn Jones...
MCU Directors: Ranking the Top 5
Many film fans are just as critical of a film’s director as they are of its actors and writers. Fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe are no exception. ComiConverse contributor Joseph Gioeli sorts through the criticisms and opinions to rank the top five directors of...
Review: All-New Guardians of the Galaxy #1-6
Three months have passed since Marvel relaunched their core Guardians of the Galaxy book in the wake of writer Brian Michael Bendis’ departure from the title last April. Since May we have received six regular issues of All-New Guardians of the Galaxy plus a Free...
Decoding the DnA of the Guardians of the Galaxy (Part 3)
From 2008 to 2011 writers Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning told the tale of the Guardians. But it was more than merely a story about Star-Lord and his team. DnA (Dan and Andy) piloted the last great era for Marvel's cosmic realms, taking characters created...
MCU And DCEU Pioneers Who Shaped A Decade Of Cinema
When thinking of the DC and Marvel Cinematic Universes, many people associate a few key pioneers with their success. Whether it be an actor, director, or a top executive within the production company, each of these people have had a very integral part in the...
Marvel Cinematic Universe Post Credit Scenes: Ranking the Top 10
For the past decade, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has trained fans to wait until ALL the credits roll through before leaving the theater. Over the past 15 films, the MCU has racked up 26 post-credit scenes. Most of them foreshadow the next film or a...
Game Review: The Walking Dead: A New Frontier (Complete Season 3)
The Walking Dead: A New Frontier is Season 3 of the episodic The Walking Dead game series by Telltale Games. All episodes are now released and you can buy a season pass to play all of them at once. A New Frontier is available on...
Decoding The DNA Of The Guardians Of The Galaxy (Part 2)
From 2008 to 2011 writers Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning told the tale of the Guardians. But it was more than merely a story about Star-Lord and his team. DnA (Dan and Andy) piloted the last great era for Marvel's cosmic realms, taking characters created...
Decoding The DNA Of The Guardians Of The Galaxy (Part 1)
From 2008 to 2011 writers Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning told the tale of the Guardians. But it was more than merely a story about Star-Lord and his team. DnA (Dan and Andy) piloted the last great era for Marvel's cosmic realms, taking characters created...
Comics Versus Movies: Who’s Influencing Who?
The influence of comic books on film, in today’s world, is undeniable. But these movies carry a bit of influence of their own. Marvel and DC for years have been changing their comics and characters to reflect the movies in subtle and sometimes not so...
Marvel Cinematic Universe: Five Characters We’d Love To See
By year-end, the MCU will have released 17 total films. Most of these films were focused on very popular characters (Iron Man, Captain America, etc.) but as they continue, the characters are starting to become more intricate. Our Joseph Gioeli lists some new characters fans...
Film Review: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) blew everyone away, introducing fresh faces into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It had some galactic twists; relying heavily on a solid 80's soundtrack. But how does the anticipated sequel stack up? Find out as film critic Jordan Samuel gets hooked...
Review: Guardians of the Galaxy: Dream On #1
Marvel is once again loading up on their Guardians of the Galaxy library in anticipation of the highly anticipated forthcoming film. Guardians of the Galaxy: Dream On #1 may be one of the most satisfying Guardians books since Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning's seminal run....
Comic Book Movies: Are They Testing Fans?
Many comic book fans, DC and Marvel alike, tend to always find a silver lining in movies that are generally considered to be a “flop”. Our Joseph Gioeli plays Devil’s Advocate and poses the question: “Are comic book movies testing fan’s loyalty and optimism?” Comic...
Fan Fest Chicago: Ready For Some Con-Fusion!
Fan Fest Chicago Brings Walker Stalker and Heroes & Villains to the windy city. For the first time, these two conventions come together for an incredible fan meet-up on March 25-26 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. Fan Fest: Pop Culture Personified Fan Fest,...