Kindler: 'Sanctuary' Experiences Creative Regenesis

Happy 4th of July!

Here is a news story I recently did for SyFy Portal.

Kindler: 'Sanctuary' Experiences Creative Regenesis

SciFi Channel has a new show in development for a fall premiere, but you may have already seen it on the Web.

No, this isn't another victim of online piracy; instead it's the Web series "Sanctuary."

But even if you have already seen the eight Webisodes available online, executive producer Damian Kindler guarantees that what is seen on the TV screen will be 98 percent rebooted... [more]

Until next time... Marx out.

Del Toro: 'The Hobbit 2' Faces Legal Monster

Hi world!

Here is a news story written by me for SyFy Portal.

Del Toro: 'The Hobbit 2' Faces Legal Monster

The legal battles surrounding the world of "The Hobbit" continues ...

Director Guillermo del Toro ("Hellboy," "Pan's Labyrinth") told SciFi Wire about his plans for directing two Lord of the Rings prequel films. The first will be based solely on J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit." The second film will act as a bridge by focusing on events hinted at in the books that led up to Lord of the Rings.

But copyright restrictions limit del Toro to only "The Hobbit" and the three volumes of The Lord of the Rings. That means "The Silmarillion," completed by Tokien's son, which offers backstory and mythology, plus any other Tolkien writings, are off limits... [more]

Until next time... Marx out.

Prepare To Be Adapted - Marvel Vs. DC: The Movie

Hi everyone!

Here is the newest installment of my column over at SyFy Portal. Enjoy!

Prepare To Be Adapted - Marvel Vs. DC: The Movie

As the Big Two comic book publishers, Marvel and DC fans have always pit the two in an imaginary fight.

So, how is that fight going?

Well, lately it looks like Marvel is giving DC a pounding in both the big screen and in comic books.

If we take a look a the top 10 money makers (in theaters) of comic book adaptations we find a top 10 list with only two DC properties ("Batman" and "Batman Begins"). But, I wouldn't be surprised if the upcoming "Dark Knight" also makes the top 10 or at least comes close. We also have six Marvel properties (the three "Spider-Man" movies, two of the "X-Men" movies, and the recently released "Iron Man" movie). Ouch... [movie]

Until next time... Marx out.

'Punisher' Gets Adult In 'War Zone'

Hi world!

I have another SyFy Portal news story up on the web.

'Punisher' Gets Adult In 'War Zone'

The buzz on "Punisher: War Zone" is growing on the Web. Between the interviews and the trailer, fans are starting to give their opinions, both good and bad.

So, how does this follow-up to 2004's "The Punisher" differ? [more]

Until next time... Marx out.

SyFy Radio

Howdy world,

I just want to let people know that I've recently become a producer for SyFy Radio. It is a fun online radio show that can be found here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/syfyradio

I also have the newest show up on the blog over on the right side. Check it out when you get chance.

Thanks and...

Until next time... Marx out.

Prepare To be Adapted: Raiders Of The Creators Rights, Part II

The newest installment of my column on SyFy Portal:

Prepare To be Adapted: Raiders Of The Creators Rights, Part II

In Part I. the topic was creator ownership. In my hurry last time I didn't get a chance to talk about one of the most infamous legal comic book battles of all time ... Superman vs. Captain Marvel... [more]

Until next time... Marx out.

Nolan: Joker Is A 'Dark Knight' Punk

Hello all!

I've been very busy on SyFy Portal this week:

Nolan: Joker Is A 'Dark Knight' Punk

Christopher Nolan, the writer/director of "The Dark Knight," envisioned a punk rocker for Heath Ledger's take on the Joker character. Nolan was inspired by Sex Pistols' band member Johnny Rotten's portrayal in the film biography "Sid and Nancy," which ironically starred "Dark Knight" cast member Gary Oldman as Sid Vicious... [more]

Until next time... Marx out.

Padalecki: Losing Jensen Would Be 'Supernatural' Hell

Hello again,

I have a new story up at SyFy Portal:

Padalecki: Losing Jensen Would Be 'Supernatural' Hell

Jared Padalecki recently took a moment in his busy schedule to chat with reporters on the set of his movie "Friday the 13th" (a reboot that combines elements of the first three films) about his cult favorite The CW series "Supernatural." [more]

Until next time... Marx out.

McG: An Unknown Future For 'Terminator: Salvation'

I have a new story up at SyFy Portal:

McG: An Unknown Future For 'Terminator: Salvation'

Speculations on the Web have been running rampant about director McG's upcoming film "Terminator Salvation: The Future Begins." But could it be that the surprise ending has been spoiled?... [more]

Until next time...Marx out.

'Smallville': Chloe Is In, Supergirl Is Out

Hi world,

Recently I did a Smallville story for SyFy Portal.

'Smallville': Chloe Is In, Supergirl Is Out

A sigh of relief could be heard by "Smallville" fans when Allison Mack's return for next season was finally confirmed. Unfortunately Laura Vandervoort's return as Kara (aka Supergirl) is not so certain. In fact, the recent The CW upfront presentation made it clear that even if Vandervoort is back, it won't be as a series regular...[more]

Until next time...Marx out.

Prepare To Be Adapted: Raiders Of The Creators Rights

Howdy folks!

My column is back yet again:

Prepare To Be Adapted: Raiders Of The Creators Rights

Creator ownership can be a tricky beast. In some media, the ownership of the intellectual property is pretty clear.

Books? The standard is for the author to own the characters. Film and television? There are exceptions from time to time, but usually those who fund it own it. That is why it can be so hard to continue a canceled show. J. Michael Straczynski has been noted saying that he would love to have "Crusade" continue in some fashion, but the rights have been tied up.

But there is a four-color creative medium that isn't so clear: comic books...[more]

Until next time... Marx out.

'Hulk' movie news

Hi world,

I recently wrote a quick story for SyFy Portal about the upcoming Hulk movie.

You can read it over here:

Fans expressed doubt about the purposed live-action Justice League Mortal film that would unite a bunch of DC superheroes, especially when some of them have yet to establish themselves in their own films. It looks like 'The Powers That Be' felt the same way, because the movie was put on indefinite hold.

But, Marvel Studios is determined not to travel down the same path with their purposed The Avengers movie.

Producers Gale Anne Hurd and Kevin Feige told SciFi Wire that the reboot The Incredible Hulk would help lay the foundation for The Avengers...[more]

Until next time... Marx out.

Prepare To Be Adapted: At Stories End, Part 2

Hello world,

My newest installment of my Prepare To Be Adapted column is online at Sy Fy Portal. It is a follow-up to my previous installment that covered endings to TV shows and comic books. Is there such a thing as a good ending?

Prepare To Be Adapted: At Stories End, Part 2

I don't have much to add except that I missed three other good examples of endings: "Jericho," "Babylon 5," and "Flash Gordon"...[more]

Until next time … Marx out.

Prepare To Be Adapted

Hi everyone,

The last few months I've been doing a column over at Sy Fy Portal called "Prepare To Be Adapted."

Here are the links to my entries so far:

Prepare To Be Adapted... Resistance is Futile
An introduction to the column and a little chat about canon.

Prepare To Be Adapted: Attack of the Writers
I talk about the writer's strike.

Prepare To Be Adapted: Pirates of the Web
I talk about online piracy.

Prepare To Be Adapted: Curse of the Retcon
I talk about the dreaded retcon in both comic books and TV.

Prepare To Be Adapted: At Stories End
What is a good ending to a comic book series or TV series? They are a rare thing indeed.

Thanks for reading and check back for more updates.

Until next time... Marx out.