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Deadpool 2 Film Review: Another Healthy Dose of Laughter and Emotion

Deadpool 2 Film Review: Another Healthy Dose of Laughter and Emotion

May 15th, 2018 | by Jordan Samuel

Deadpool 2 Film Review: Another Healthy Dose of Laughter and Emotion After surviving a near-fatal bovine attack, a disfigured cafeteria chef (Wade Wilson) struggles to fulfil his dream of becoming Mayberry's hottest bartender while also learning to cope with his lost sense of taste. Searching...

X-Men: Dark Phoenix Costume Teased in Set Photos

X-Men: Dark Phoenix Costume Teased in Set Photos

March 10th, 2018 | by Jordan Samuel

The team of X-Men appears to have new costumes in set photos from X-Men: Dark Phoenix which is looking to shake up the universe for better or worse. Over, the last 18 years X-Men has seen different looks with the early 2000’s films leaning to...

Nerdcast Episode 66: Black Panther Spoiler Special

Nerdcast Episode 66: Black Panther Spoiler Special

February 18th, 2018 | by Jordan Samuel

The nerds are back with an episode of the official ComiConverse podcast! After several months of hiatus Micah, Roger and Jordan Samuel talk about Marvel’s Black Panther release. The 1 hour special delves into FULL SPOILERS, so beware that this is a podcast for people...

Review: Royals #12

Review: Royals #12

December 26th, 2017 | by Mitch Nissen

The Royals, Marvel’s premiere Inhumans book, has just wrapped with issue #12 this December. And with its end maybe the end of the Inhumans as we know them. ComiConverse contributor Mitch Nissen takes a look at this final issue and a look back at the...

What The Disney’s FOX Deal, Means for X-Men and Fantastic Four

What The Disney’s FOX Deal, Means for X-Men and Fantastic Four

December 16th, 2017 | by Jordan Samuel

2012 anticipated comic book crossover event "Avengers vs. X-Men" released to mixed reviews, but it brought together Marvel's famous super teams. In efforts to broaden the Marvel brand and even resulted in the long-running universe being undone and rebooted the Marvel Now! Imprint. Fans adored...

Bryan Singer v James Mangold: Who Is The Better X-Men Director?

Bryan Singer v James Mangold: Who Is The Better X-Men Director?

July 21st, 2017 | by Joseph Gioeli

The original X-Men Franchise, with Hugh Jackman as its centerpiece, has been book-ended by Bryan Singer (X-Men (2000)) and James Mangold (Logan (2017)). ComiConverse contributor, Joseph Gioeli, examines which of these directors has had the bigger impact on the franchise. Bryan Singer v James Mangold:...

Marvel Cinematic Universe: Five Characters We’d Love To See

Marvel Cinematic Universe: Five Characters We’d Love To See

June 4th, 2017 | by Joseph Gioeli

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...

X-Men Franchise: Ranking The Top 5 Movies

X-Men Franchise: Ranking The Top 5 Movies

March 25th, 2017 | by Joseph Gioeli

In honor Hugh Jackman’s probable final ride donning the adamantium claws in Logan this year, ComiConverse contributor Joseph Gioeli ranks the top five movies in the X-Men franchise. X-Men Franchise: Ranking the Top 5 Movies The X-Men franchise was one of the first major superhero franchises to grace the...

Comic Book Movies: Are They Testing Fans?

Comic Book Movies: Are They Testing Fans?

March 23rd, 2017 | by Joseph Gioeli

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...

Old Man Logan and the Tale of the Telomere

Old Man Logan and the Tale of the Telomere

March 3rd, 2017 | by E. Paul Zehr

“Wolverine’s mutation…He has uncharted regenerative capabilities, enabling him to heal rapidly…” Dr. Jean Grey to Cyclops and Professor Charles Xavier in the Marvel movie “X-Men” (2000) Logan. Wolverine. X-Man with an attitude. Attitude is definitely a part of Wolverine’s DNA. His mutant DNA gives him...

Series Review: Legion

Series Review: Legion

February 27th, 2017 | by Elodie Cure

It was only a matter of time before the X-Men mutants turn up on small screen. For this year 2017, the son of Professor Charles Xavier inherits a TV show to his effigy. For some weeks already, Legion has put himself out there Wednesdays on...

Review: Supergirl: Being Super #1

Review: Supergirl: Being Super #1

January 5th, 2017 | by Kyle King

Supergirl: Being Super #1, the first of four bimonthly prestige format issues in the limited series, was released just before the new year. Written by Mariko Tamaki and pencilled by Joelle Jones, the modern-day non-continuity tale takes a fresh look at the Woman of Steel....

Review: Champions #1

Review: Champions #1

October 26th, 2016 | by Scott Place

Champions #1 is out on comics stands and our very own Scott Place is here with the ComiConverse review.  Saddle up! Review: Champions #1 In the wake of Civil War II a new team of heroes is born. They're young, inexperienced and reckless but they just...

Doctor Strange: What You Need To Know

Doctor Strange: What You Need To Know

October 8th, 2016 | by Grant Billings

Doctor Strange has been moved to the forefront of popular culture with a feature film on the way, headlined by the talented Benedict Cumberbatch. Here, our Grant Billings gets you ready by taking a deep dive into the Doctor Strange character and his history.  Dr....

X-Men Movies: Is The Phoenix Saga Next?

X-Men Movies: Is The Phoenix Saga Next?

September 20th, 2016 | by Cat Crawford

 X-Men movies have been at the centre of the comic book movie experience for the better part of two decades. As a new generation begins to take over the franchise, there is significant debate over where the storylines should go next. Our Cat Crawford is...

LGBT Geeks Get Their Flame On At FlameCon 2

LGBT Geeks Get Their Flame On At FlameCon 2

August 31st, 2016 | by Shannen Murphy

FlameCon 2 recently went down in New York City and our Shannen Murphy was there for ComiConverse. Here, Shannen details her recent time and experiences at the event and what the sense of community meant to her. LGBT Geeks Get Their Flame On At FlameCon...

Deadpool 2: Has Director Tim Miller Found His Cable?
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Deadpool 2: Has Director Tim Miller Found His Cable?

August 14th, 2016 | by ComiConverse

Deadpool 2 is set for a 2017 release and rumours about the film's casting are beginning to fly. We have the latest information on the possible casting of a beloved Marvel character right here for you on ComiConverse. Deadpool 2 buzz began in the closing...

Ranking The 10 Worst Superhero Games – Part 2

Ranking The 10 Worst Superhero Games – Part 2

August 11th, 2016 | by Dan Attlee

Superhero games like Batman: Arkham Asylum have the ability to penetrate popular culture and become iconic. However, more often than not they tend to disappoint. We've already covered rankings 10 through 6 in the category for worst superhero video games. Join us as ComiConverse Contributor...

Ranking The Worst Superhero Games Ever – Part 1

Ranking The Worst Superhero Games Ever – Part 1

August 10th, 2016 | by Dan Attlee

Superhero games have been some of the most popular items have ever graced the racks of gaming stores. Batman: Arkham Asylum, Assassin's Creed and others all helped us take our inner hero out for a test drive. Here, however, our Dan Attlee looks at what...

Nerdcast: Episode 44 (Ghostbusters/Star Wars Special)

Nerdcast: Episode 44 (Ghostbusters/Star Wars Special)

July 18th, 2016 | by Jordan Samuel

Nerdcast is back with another hot episode, so get some hot coffee and buckle up for the ride! ComiConverse is back again with Episode 44 of the Podcast, hosted by fellow writer Jordan Samuel who invites Dale and Roger to talk about everything in pop culture. Arguably...

X-Men Apocalypse: Then and Now

X-Men Apocalypse: Then and Now

June 13th, 2016 | by ComiConverse

The X-Men are some of the most beloved comics characters in the Marvel pantheon, and certainly most fans have, by now, at the chance to see Cyclopse, Jean, Storm and the rest of our favourite mutant strut their stuff on screen in the newest X-Men...

X-Men: Apocalypse Review (No Spoilers)

X-Men: Apocalypse Review (No Spoilers)

May 9th, 2016 | by Jordan Samuel

X-Men: Apocalypse lands in cinemas on May 27th.  Our Lead Film Critic Jordan Samuel who has seen the conclusion to the brilliant trilogy, brings us the official ComiConverse review. "Everything they've built will fall! And from the ashes of their world we'll build a better...