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Chris Evans cast as Captain America

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  • March 23, 2010

Variety reports that square-jawed lady-killer Chris Evans will be under the winged-mask of Captain America for Marvel’s upcoming The First Avenger: Captain America, set to hit theaters next summer.

Also noted from Variety: Evan’s deal looks to be for at least three pictures, not including the already mentioned “Avengers” film set to come out in 2012. Evans will be hurling his shield next to Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man, Chris Hemsworth’s Thor, as well as Edward Norton’s green skinned goliath, the Hulk.

The First Avenger: Captain America also has cast the neo-hating turned neo-nazi, Hugo Weaving as the villainous Red Skull.

Of course, comic book fans should not be surprised by Mr. Evan’s turn as a hero, given his lengthy comic book twinged resumé. Starring first as the hot headed Johnny Storm in the less-than-beloved pair of Fantastic Four pictures, Evans will also debut as the alliterated Lucas Lee in the upcoming Scott Pilgrim flick, as well as the jacked-mouth hacker Jake Jensen in the forthcoming Losers movie coming out this April.

So, ComicMix fans, what do you think? Does Evans belong wielding the shield? Where do you think Stan Lee will cameo in the Cap film? Do you think Ben Grimm will enjoy a quieter Baxter building while Johnny get’s a little patriotic? Tell us what you think, soldier!

The Health Care Bill And The Comics Industry

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  • March 22, 2010

So after more than 100 years, the House passed a health
care reform bill. As of this writing, our president is going to sign the thing
into law tomorrow and then the Senate has to affirm some changes.

And then every paranoid, fear-filled right-winger who
doesn’t know the difference between a communist, a socialist, and a Nazi will
moan about the world coming to an end. Republicans don’t like the word
“democrat,” and in their world a majority doesn’t rule the day, so court
challenges will abound.

Since ComicMix
is a comics-oriented website, it might be a good idea to address how all this
affects the comics world. But in order to do that, I’ve got to try to explain what’s
going on.

A lot of the good stuff doesn’t kick in until 2014, but
there’s a lot of good stuff that starts this year. No more pre-existing
condition exclusions, and a special program will help adults with pre-existing
conditions get coverage until the full program kicks in. No more getting
dropped by your insurer when you get sick. No more lifetime coverage limits.
The annual cap dwindles and is eliminated entirely in 2014. Kids can stay on
their parents’ insurance until they’re 26. That’s only fair, since they’re
living in the basement anyway. Small businesses will get tax credits of up to
50 percent of premium costs.

For the 65+ crowd, they’ll get $250 towards closing the
“donut hole” in their prescription drug coverage (right now, seniors have to cover
everything between $2,700.01 and $6,200), and Medicare’s preventive benefits
now come with a free visit with your primary care doctor every year.

Mind you I’m not totally thrilled with this bill, but I
agree with Congressman Denis Kusinich: it’s a lot better than nothing, and it’s
a good start. Sadly, a lot of people will die between 2010 and 2014. And it
will make the insurance companies all the more wealthy because everybody will
have to have private care insurance. Yeah, I know, there’s supposed to be a
safety net but it’s based upon family income and not family situation: if
you’re making a living today but have incurred massive debt due to previous
health costs, you’re still screwed. I’m not crazy about any law that forces
everybody to give money to big business whether they want to or not, but I’ve
long felt that same way about our seat belt laws. People should have the
freedom to do what isn’t necessarily best for them, as long as it doesn’t
affect others.

Getting back to goring the ox of fabled Comicsdom… (more…)

The Point Radio: PSYCH According To James Roday

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  • March 22, 2010

WE’RE BAAAACK! A massive rain and windstorm took out our power and internet for nearly a week, but we’ve bounced right into our pop culture routine with a look at the best episodes of USA Network’s PSYCH, at least according to series star James Roday. And will The Human Torch really become Captain America, plus Marvel covers IRON MAN in a cool new way!

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US Torchwood To Play It Straight?

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  • March 22, 2010

john-barrowman-torchwood-6667910There’s a report in Entertainment Weekly that the U.S. version of Torchwood – should it get picked up – will have a Captain Jack with more narrowed sexual interests. That does not please Captain Jack himself, actor John Barrowman.

Digital Spy reports the current Desperate Housewives guest-star “The last thing I would want would be for Jack to become this
heterosexual, straight hero. He’s an omnisexual guy. He likes men,
women, aliens, whatever. I think we should continue going down that
route.” He went on to say that if this is the case, it would foster a “big discussion” between creator Russell T Davies and his producing partner Julie Gardner. Davies, who is also an executive producer of the series, is a well-known gay and lesbian rights advocate, as is Barrowman. The actor did not say he wouldn’t be available for the series, nor did he say he’d resurrect the role if asked. Since the pilot is still in the script stage, nobody’s asked. However, Barrowman notes both Davies and Gardner said “there will be no Torchwood without John Barrowman as Captain Jack.”

So it might come down to which the Fox network wants more: Torchwood with a straight Captain Jack, or Torchwood without John Barrowman.

However, Doctor Who showrunner Steven Moffat told the British newspaper The Guardian “I imagine that kids would love to see Captain Jack meet the new Doctor.”

But if that happens, it won’t happen this season.

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‘Star Wars: Galactic Heroes’ to become animated series

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  • March 22, 2010

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Lucasfilm Ltd. is in pre-production on a series based on the Star Wars: Galactic Heroes, a line of Star Wars toys aimed at younger kids. According to IESB, the series is reportedly operating under the working title Squishies, and there is a director on board.  There is currently no word about any network deal, nor is there any word on what era of Star Wars history will be covered.

Any bets that they were inspired by the success of Marvel’s Super Hero Squad?

Monday Mix-Up: When ‘Watchmen’ Met ‘WALL-E”

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  • March 22, 2010

WALL*E’S JOURNAL: October 12th, 2085:

This planet is afraid of me. I have seen its true face.

The streets are extended gutters and the accumulated filth will foam up and all the politicians will look down and shout “Clean up!”…

…and I’ll look up and make some cute little robot sound.

Don’t tell me they didn’t have a choice.

Human Torch Cast As Captain America?

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  • March 20, 2010

According to the Hollywood

Reporter, Chris Evans has been offered the lead in The First Avenger: Captain America. Evans is perhaps best known in these circles as Johnny Storm, a.k.a. The Human Torch, in the two Fantastic Four movies.

Evans would be signing for what has been reported to be a nine picture deal: at least two sequels and appearance(s) in The Avengers movie(s) as well as in other Marvel superhero films. Nice steady work for an actor who isn’t afraid to get typecast.

The First Avenger is to be directed by Joe “Wolfman” Johnston; Hugo Weaving (Lord of the Rings, V For Vendetta) has been cast as The Red Skull. The movie is presently set for a July 22, 2011 release, with The Avengers following on May 4, 2012.

There’s probably no chance of a cross-over, as Marvel’s doing a complete reboot on The Fantastic Four movie franchise.

Neither Marvel Films nor Evans’ people have confirmed or denied as of yet this weekend.

ComicMix crew at Lunacon this weekend

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  • March 19, 2010

ComicMixers Amy Goldschlager, Bob Greenberger, Glenn Hauman, Kim Kindya, Aaron Rosenberg, and Jen Rosenberg (at least!) will be at Lunacon, taking place this weekend at the Rye Town Hilton in Rye, New York.

Come on down and say hi. If you don’t see us at a panel or at halftime during the Masquerade, you’ll find us in the bar…

Doctor Who A Go For Season 32

  • News
  • March 19, 2010

In an announcement calculated to surprise absolutely no one, Doctor Who executive producer Piers Wenger confirmed the series been renewed for the 2011 season, it’s 31st overall and sixth post-revival. A new now-mandatory Christmas Special will be served up between seasons.

Both Doctor Eleven Matt Smith and Companion Karen Gillan will be returning, as will award-winning overseer Steven Moffat. According to Britain’s ATV Network, filming begins this July.

This announcement comes on the heals of the the BBC’s two-season renewal of The Sarah Jane Adventures, its fourth and fifth seasons. No word yet on the fate of Torchwood, which has been in limbo ever since the Fox Network started considering a United States pick-up of the series.

The 31st/6th season of Doctor Who debuts on the BBC April 3rd and on BBC America April 17th.

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