Espn is running a vote for the best all around Superhero and Supervillains. It is not based on powers or anything this is strictly popularity!
This is not based on powers or tactics, just solely on popularity itself! So run and vote! Championship Comics is pulling for Wonder Woman!
After nearly two years of speculation, The Hollywood Reporter broke the news on Monday that Chris Evans will be playing Marvel Comics’ iconic hero Captain America in the big-screen adaptation.
The movie, titled “The First Avenger: Captain America,” was announced in 2008 after Marvel Studio’s first production, “Iron Man,” became a box-office hit. The names of many actors — from established stars to mostly unknowns — have been rumored to be up for the role for months. Action movie veterans Channing Tatum (“G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra”) and Garrett Hedlund (the upcoming “Tron Legacy”) were reportedly considered, as were TV regulars Chace Crawford (“Gossip Girl”) and Scott Porter (“Friday Night Lights”). Even wild-cards like “The Office” funnyman John Krasinski tested for the part.
Chris Evans was a late addition to the roster of potential leads, but he had already established himself as a comic-book hero by playing the Human Torch in the two “Fantastic Four” movies. This goes against director Joe Johnston’s stated intention to use an unknown actor for the role. But Evans is an American, which was Johnston’s other requirement (and left out foreigners like Australian “Avatar” star Sam Worthington).
Finding the right actor to play Captain America has been pivotal for Marvel Studios because they have grander plans for the character beyond the one film. According to Johnston, “The First Avenger” is an origin story set predominantly during the 1940s, when the red-white-and-blue suited hero first appeared in comics. But the movie will also set up “The Avengers” — based on Marvel’s long-running team series — where Captain America will lead a group of superheroes that will include Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man.
While fans of the comics have expressed their doubts at some of the candidates for the role, response to Evans has been uniformly positive. His performance as Johnny Storm in “Fantastic Four” and “Rise of the Silver Surfer” were widely considered to be the best parts of those movies. It’s been said that Evans will sign a nine-picture contract that could see him appear as Captain America in multiple films, both on his own and with the Avengers.
Production on “The First Avenger” will begin in the U.K. in June. Hugo Weaving (“The Matrix”) is in talks to play Captain America’s nemesis, the Red Skull. It is the third movie in Marvel Studio’s pipeline, following “Iron Man 2,” which is coming to theaters on May 7th of this year, and “Thor,” currently filming for a May 2011 release. “Captain America” is scheduled to open on July 22, 2011.
In the meantime, Chris Evans has two films set to open this year, both of which also happen to be based on comic books. Next month, he’ll play a Special Forces operative in the adaptation of Vertigo Comics’ “The Losers.” Then in August he will appear in “Scott Pilgrim vs. the World,” based on the graphic novel series.
It’s that time again! The legendary South Jersey CHUD Con, Comics Here Under a Dollar! It’s the stuff of legends! Why waste money on Wizard World when you can buy the cheapest finds to complete your comic runs here?
We’ll be bringing the best in dollar comics! Avengers, Incredible Hulk, Iron Man, Uncanny X-Men, Wolverine, Batman, Superman and so much more! That’s just the tip of the Ice Berg! Not to mention CHUD Grab Bags! That’s right, 20 comics in a bad, two Bronze age Marvel or DC books plus 18 random comics from across all ages! All for $1.00!
Our friend up in New York, Mr. Feduniewicz, is hosting yet again another Atomicon! This time to honor the legendary artist, Steve Ditko! A classic artist who contributed to first 30 some-odd issues of Amazing Spider-Man! As always Championship Comics will be gracing yet another Atomicon! We hope to see you there!
Information provided below:
Dear Comics Fans: Atomicon XIX Comics Expo will be held Sunday, April 18, 2010, at the Comfort Inn in Huntingdon, PA. (junction of US Rt. 22 and Fourth St.) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
DOOR PRIZES: Bat-Bux $howca$h Drawing, Free Movie Tickets Drawing (save ‘em for Iron Man 2!), Mystery Box ‘O’ Stuff (over $100 value), Classic 60s Monster Magazine Drawing are ALL for PAYING Attendees.
GUEST ARTISTS will be in attendance, to be confirmed in the week preceding the show.
ADMISSION is STILL only $2 for Adults and Teens; Fans 12-and-Under are admitted FREE. There’s always FREE Parking available at the con hotel (or visit us via Amtrak; station only 3 blocks from con hotel). There’ll be FREE COMICS for the first 100 people through the door!
THOUSANDS of COMICS (Golden Age, Silver Age, Current Age), DVDs, Action Figures, Toys, and other Comic Collectibles available!
For Dealer Table Info, send us an e-mail reply for details.
This Spring Show’s theme: A Salute to STEVE DITKO (originally from Johnstown, PA.; famous artist/creator of Spider-Man, Dr. Strange, Capt. Atom, and many other famous comic characters).
In the immortal words of Marvel/DC inker Jack Abel: “Be there…or Be SQUARE!”
Championship Comics will be attending the next local A2Z comic convention in Philidelphia! This is Bob’s first Philly show so let’s all come out and give him all the support we can! We’ll be showcasing a 12,000 piece comic collection we obtained back in August. As always we’ll have our selection of high end Silver and Bronze comics as well as complete runs of your most famous and most obscure comic series!
Saturday, April 3rd
10 am – 3 pm
For info contact us at
(302) 983-2636 or a2zshows1@yahoo.com
**NEW WEBSITE www.a2zshows1com
Ballroom at the Phoenix
(moved from the Quality Hotel – Philadelphia Airport)