‘Ezra Miller’ Talks About DC’s The Flash Mythos

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 I thought it was Daisy Ridley for a split second in this photo – Skatronixxx

With the arrival of CW’s Legends of Tomorrow last night, so too did DC’s preview night that gave fans an abundance of information across their upcoming cinematic spectacles.

One of which was the chance for Ezra Miller to talk about his role as The Flash ‘Barry Allen’ in DC’s new cinematic universe. “He’s been struck by lighting, that’s the Mythos” revealed the We Need To Talk About Kevin (2011) actor. “But he’s a human. He can run through walls. He can run across water. He can run so fast that he can move into a another plain of frequency where there’s another reality.”

It’s Interesting to note Millers reference to other realities in his character description. Given that Grant Gustin’s Flash is dealing with the alternate Earth 2 in the shows second season. Although the character is known for his alternate-reality-time-hopping in the comics. It will be intriguing to see if DC’s movie counterpart will follow the same cues as its CW fore bearer.

The Flash will make his debut alongside other Justice League members in the fast approaching Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice on March 25, 2016.

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Rumour: Will Odin Be Back For ‘Thor: Ragnarok’

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Why does Odin remind me of a badass version of Captain Birdseye ? – Skatronixxx

Thor: The Dark World gave us hovering tankers, the comic genius that is Kat Dennings and of course, the Underground riding Thor. But one of the mysteries that surrounds the sequel is what really happened to Odin (Anthony Hopkins) after Loki (Tom Hiddleston) stole the throne from under his fathers unsuspecting gaze.

For all those that might have expected a fate-most-foul, hold your horses because the All-father might just be okay … well, okay-ish.

According to sources close to Geek.com, legendary actor Hopkins will return for Thor: Ragnarok when Odin finds himself in Midgard, wandering the streets “as one of those crazy-looking ‘the end is nigh’ street-corner hobos, warning of the impending apocalypse.”

As many fans have theorise, Ragnarok will see the end of Asgard which was foreseen by Thor himself during his spirit journey in Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015). Sources also revealed that Thor will encounter his father on Earth which undoubtedly will lead to the pair uniting to take the throne back from the God of Mischief himself, Loki.

Thor: Ragnarok opens in theatres November 3, 2017 and will also see Mark Ruffalo’s Bruce Banner join the God of Thunder in protecting his home-world from the impending Norse Apocalypse.

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‘Deadpool’ Denied Permission To Be Shown In China

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 Who else but Deadpool ? – Skatronixxx

Ryan Reynolds much anticipated Deadpool movie may have just justified its hard R-rating with one of cinemas biggest markets outside the EU and the United States refusing to show the Merc-with-a-Mouth’s debut solo outing.

According to local media, China has “denied” 20th Century Fox Studio permission to show the movie due to, in Reynolds own words via Twitter, “blood. Guns. F-bombs. And graphic, expertly lit French Unicorn sex.”

Although the China Film Group has worked with certain R-rated films in the past to give an edited “cleaner” version to the country. Reports have indicated that an edited version of Deadpool is unlikely given that it will compromise the integrity of the plot.

Reynolds first played Wade ‘Deadpool’ Wilson in 20th Century Fox’s first X-Men spin-off Wolverine Origins (2009). The film was widely panned, in no small part to the perceived mis-handling of the Deadpool character. Who not only became the films villain William Stryker’s (Danny Huston) zombie-like henchman but the filmmakers also made the unwise decision to sew the characters mouth shut, effectively working against the characters ‘Merc-with-a-Mouth’ moniker.

Since then Reynolds had been trying to get a solo R-rated film off the ground with the project passing through many hands. His dream was finally realised when the film went into production last year with Reynolds in the title role accompanied by Morena Baccarin, Ed Skrein, T.J Miller, Gina Carano, Brianna Hildebrand and Stefan Kapicic.

Although Chinese Marvel Fans will miss out, Deadpool will open in theatres everywhere else February 12, 2016.

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‘Supergirl’: Whats Next For J’onn J’onzz?

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Hank Henshaw is J’onn J’onzz? DAMN – Skatronixxx

Partway through the first-half CBS’ Supergirl, the show delivered an unexpected reveal that DEO Director Hank Henshaw was in fact Justice Leaguer J’onn J’onzz aka The Martian Manhunter.

In a set vist by IGN, actor David Harewood revealed that “I didn’t actually know at all that I was going to be playing J’onn J’onzz when I did the pilot. The pilot was, I would say, a little bit of an uncomfortable experience, because I couldn’t really find an angle with Hank. A lot of the pilot was very expositional, so it wasn’t particularly easy to say, it wasn’t particularly easy to enjoy.”

Harewood further explained that once the producers let him in on the truth behind his character he felt excited to portray the comic book hero. The producers even gave him a pile of comics to read, opening his mind to another side of the Martian Manhunter. “I thought this character had such an amazing story, backstory, and amazing mythology. And I had no idea that he was so popular amongst the DC community, and also amongst the black community, who have seen J’onn J’onzz as almost the kind of honorary black person, which is… I was really happy about.”

J’onn J’onzz ultimately reveals himself to Alex Danvers (Chyler Leigh) after she starts to suspect that Henshaw is not totally as he seems given that he is last person to see her father, Jereminah Danvers (Dean Cain), alive. “We’re actually going see how J’onn became Hank in an upcoming episode”, confirmed showrunner Andrew Kreisberg. “I think part of Hank Henshaw that we see on our show, that J’onn is inhabiting, is an affect. He is inhabiting… he is impersonating somebody. But I do think that there is an aspect of… You know, the character Hank Henshaw is supposed to be protecting the world from destruction.”

Kreisberg also highlighted that J’onzz is ideally placed to understand what Supergirl aka Kara Danvers (Melissa Benoist) is going through: “like Kara, who lost everything. He lost his family; his wife; his children. He is truly the last survivor.” With executive producer Ali Adler adding that “As much experience as Hank brings to Kara, in terms of the D.E.O. in the world, Kara brings this new coming out, in terms of being herself. And I think for J’onn J’onzz, who doesn’t know his familiar form anymore, he’s been around a long, long time, and he’s never been able to walk amongst humans the way that Kara has. And so I think she does a lot of teaching, in ways, and it’s really sweet.”

Since the pilot episode many fans had assumed that Harewoods Henshaw would ultimately become the Cyborg-Superman from the comics, a theory that was confirmed by Creator Greg Berlanti: “We knew we were going to have a twist with Hank’s character and it was perhaps going to be in the vein of Cyborg Superman. We talk with DC at the beginning of the year and ask what characters might we be able to have, who is where, who are we maybe going to use. For a little while, I think they had talked about doing a Martian Manhunter series, so I never thought that was on the table. But when everybody saw what David was doing and saw an opportunity, we thought, ‘Wow, if you’re going to have a human embodiment of J’onn J’onzz, this is who we want.’”

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Marvel’s ‘Infinity War’ Could Have Up To 67 Characters

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2018 but I want it now *sulks* – Skatronixxx

The count-down to Marvel’s Infinity War has already begun. Once we have navigated the murky waters of the Russo brothers Civil War, the fight to save Earth, the Galaxy and even the Universe from Thanos becomes the imminent threat.

So of course with a great threat such as the mad Titan, to steal a newbies motto, comes a great responsibility. And when the threat is that large, why not throw 67 superheroes at the situation and see if it sticks.

“We have so many characters we’re dealing with,” revealed Joe Russo in an interview with ComicBookMovie. “We’re breaking ground on Avengers: Infinity War. We have a board with 67 characters on it.”

With production still in the early stages, it’s too early to confirm who indeed will be in the Infinity War Part 1 and 2. But with many solo movies currently in the vault and with Doctor Strange, Captain Marvel, Black Panther and InHumans scheduled for release before the ultimate fight for survival hits our screens. It’s safe to assume any facsimile of all the current and future crop of heroes could certainly be in the mix.

Although the Russo’s have made it clear that fans would “not be disappointed” by the cast. Joe seemed to remain tight lipped as to whether The Guardian’s of the Galaxy will be making an appearance. “That is another one that we would have to reserve as a surprise, but we will say this – people will not be disappointed in the amount of characters in the movie.”

The director did however state: “The concept of Infinity War is that the Marvel universe unites to battle the greatest threat to the world and universe that you’ve ever seen, and we’re going to honour that concept.”

Avengers: Infinity War – Part 1 debuts in spring 2018, with Part 2 following in 2019.
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The Ask And The Answer By Patrick Ness

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If it’s written by Patrick Ness you know it’ll be good! – Skatronixxx

(Alternate title: Stop hurting me Mr Ness I keep having physical and embarrassing reactions in public.)

The Ask and the Answer is the sequel to The Knife of Never Letting Go, and second in the Chaos Walking series by Patrick Ness.

The Knife of Never Letting Go made my heart so sad I cried on public transport. The Ask and The Answer made me so upset and angry I audibly gasped on a plane. Thanks, Mr Ness.

The first book was brutal, unafraid and unforgiving – themes of war, misogyny, murder and genocide – all of the characters and events were incredibly cruel, realistic and well thought out.

The Ask and the Answer lives up to all these amazing points – in fact it’s possibly a hell of a lot better, because it amps this whole thing up by a good 3000%

Mild spoilers from here on out if you have yet to read The Knife of Never Letting Go – you have been warned!

This book completely and utterly lays out realistic reactions to war and terrorism – the idea of no rights or wrongs, but only two sides who are willing to kill and die to win and for what they consider the greater good.

This is shown in the two main antagonists that Todd and Viola deal with separately; the Mayor and Mistress Coyle. Prentiss and Mistress Coyle were portrayed as two sides of the same coin and I thoroughly enjoy not knowing what the fuck is going on because then my frustrations are on the same level as Viola and Todd’s.


 

The Mayor is such a great villain – always having a next move to fuck with everyone, and motives beyond not caring. He’s twisted, power hungry and incredibly intelligent – which always makes for somebody formidable and terrifying. He messes with Todd so damn much and it’s honestly painful to watch – especially when Todd goes into a total emotional shut down, because it is much easier to do that than fight.

The way the Mayor manipulates Todd and Viola against each other because he knows they are each others biggest weakness – especially Todd.

Todd and Viola’s relationship has grown into something so beautiful – they adore each other so much, they’d do anything for each other and they will always forgive each other. They seem to completely understand the enormity of the situation they’re in and what they fought through together – enough to know they need each other. Their relationship is so beautiful and tragic and it’s made me fear for them.

Another thing that Patrick Ness nails, time and time again, is emotions. They’re so raw and real and unharnessed, and it’s incredible, especially with the addition of the Noise. Noise is so amazing, like last time, with different fonts to show things, with the ideas of Noise being images, of colours, of being fuzzy and grey with boredom or red and large with fury. It’s wonderful, imaginative and just so incredible!

Overall, this book is just incredible. It is such a good sequel to The Knife of Never Letting Go, living up and excelling at all the things that made the first book great. Where most sequels fail, The Ask and The Answer absolutely shines. And I cannot recommend this series more.

Fare thee well,

Fran

Spoilers below to express my feelings on certain events.

  • I WANTED DAVY TO JOIN TODD AND HAVE A WHOLE CRISIS WITH HIS DAD and instead he got shot and I cried. Fuck you Mayor.

  • Viola’s torture scene was terrifying.
  • The BANDS THEY USED FOR CATTLE ARE HORRIFIC AND WHEN HE STARTED BRANDED WOMEN I WAS SHAKING IN ANGER
  • I was terrified the talking horse would die and I would have another Manchee incident on my hands.
  • I can’t believe they captured the fucking Mayor and then had to release him because there’s a new Spackle War. And that Todd is now an enemy. Aaaargh!

 

An Interview With The Voice Of Gorilla Grodd, David Sobolov

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 David and his alter ego Grodd

Wow two days, two intervies, what are the odds? Someone who I really to interview was one of my verified followers the voice over legend that is David Sobolov. His resume reads like a who’s who of the cartoon world, Shockwave, Robocop, Drax, Gorilla Grodd.

Not only do I regularly watch most of these shows, the characters that David voices are my fave too, so when the oppertunity came for an interview with David, I could not pass up the chance.

As you know I get chatting to the people I do interviews with before I do them, and David is a down to earth guy who actually looks at this site  (and has given me feedback on it!) woop woop.

Let’s find out more about another awesomely talented member of the #SkatFamily David.

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1) How did you get into voiceover acting?

Around 1993 I was working doing stage shows and singing in Vancouver and an agent heard my voice and thought I’d be good for villains in cartoons.  I started going out for auditions and booking a few jobs and I was on my way.

2) You were in The Flash as Gorilla Grodd, how did you find this experience and have we seen the last of Grodd?

I really enjoy being the voice of Grodd.  The producers of The Flash really want the show to be great and we spend a lot of time trying out different ways for Grodd to express himself.  The creative team decides which take to use for each line, then we meet again to go over the choices and to try to make it even better.  I hope we haven’t seen the last of Grodd, but I can’t say for sure!

 David you’re looking rather hairy here!

3) You also voiced Drax in the cartoon version of ‘Guardians Of The Galaxy’ and Stone in Netlfix’sDaredevil’, do you have any interesting stories to share with us from your time on these shows?

When I worked on Daredevil, the character was so secret that they wouldn’t even tell me the name of it while we were working!  And on Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy, we’re really having a fun time recording all the episodes.  We’ve recorded 30 of them so far!

 Skatronixxx Jr loves this show 🙂

4) You’ve been in DC and Marvel shows, I have to ask are you Team Marvel or Team DC, or both?

How could I not be on both teams?  I have current shows running for both Marvel and DC.

5) If you could be in one existing film, what film and character would you choose and why?

Batman… If Kevin Conroy ever retires.

6) I read online that you are a French horn player, and toured in an acapella group, what was that like and do you still play/sing today?

That was a long time ago… I still sing on occasion.  My first animated series, Vor-Tech in 1995 let me know I was cast during a tour of our a cappella group in a remote area in Northern British Columbia, Canada.  I had to pay out the salaries of all the singers for the week and hire a private plane to pick me up in a little airstrip in the forest.  It was worth it.  I’d like to do more singing.  The last time I played my horn was in the pit orchestra for a production West Side Story in 1995.  I finished the last show and never played again.

7) Some experienced gamers will know your name from such popular games as Halo, Mass Effect and Unchartered, how different is it providing voices to games rather than shows?

You continue to hear my voice on episodes of The Flash as Grodd, and in the first season of Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy animated series as Drax.  I have been working on several video game project and a whole new animated series, but I’m not at liberty to discuss those yet.

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 The many characters of David, how many can you spot?

8) Tell our readers one fun fact about yourself that they may not already know?

I collect antique product packaging from the 1880s through 1960s… you’ll find unusual items like a 1943 box of Ritz Crackers and a 1952 box of Tide Detergent.  I started when I was 10 years old and never became bored with it.

9) Finally what advice would you have for an upcoming voiceover actress or actor?

My advice for anyone starting out is to make sure you have a way to make a living that has nothing to do with acting while you’re pursuing your dream.  Don’t let anyone squish your dreams, but also don’t end up not eating because of them.  Also… learn about ACTING, not just doing funny voices.  We have to both believe you and understand the story you’re trying to tell.  To me, a character voice that doesn’t entirely come out of the emotions in the part is nice and often essential, but it’s just icing on the cake.

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There you go readers David Sobolov! Be sure to follow David on twitter he’s https://twitter.com/volobos don’t be shy go say hi and tell him ‘Skatronixxx Sent Me!’

 

The Russo’s Reveal Story Details For ‘Captain America: Civil War’

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I’m on Cap’s team, whose side are you on? – Skatronixxx

Besides the Civil War Comic and the trailer drop for the Russo’s brothers Captain America: Civil War. There hasn’t been substantial information regarding the make-up of Cap’s third film in the Marvel Cinematic franchise … until now.

In an interview with Heroic Hollywood, the Director brothers Joe and Anthony revealed some of the finer points that fans can expect when Civil War hits our screens in March. The interview highlights a mostly forgotten character, considering he appeared in the less-than-popular Incredible Hulk (2008) movie, General Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross.

This time around the brothers-not-so-grim explained that the constant pain in the Hulks big-green-behind, will be less gun-ho with Joe Russo describing him as “much savvier” this time around. It also appears that the General-turned-Politician has moved on from the Hulk instead targeting The Avengers as a whole “by aligning the world against them.”

Now of course our merry band of heroes are no strangers to in-fighting displayed through numerous bust-ups in both Avengers films. But will the new Spider-Man (Tom Holland) find himself involved in the superhero bust up? “I won’t talk about the personal relationship he develops, but it’s very interesting,” teased Anthony Russo. “One of the most special parts of the movie.”

As fans know, Spider-Man was the linch-pin in Marvel’s comic book crossover that lasted from 2006 – 2007. It was the first time that Peter Parker revealed his secret identity to world at the behest of Tony Stark, a publicity stunt to carry favour for the Superhero Registration Act. Now of course it would seem unlikely that a debuting Tom Holland’s Spider-Man will reveal his identity given that Sony has a vested interest that their property will go on to spawn solo films under the MCU banner. I am curious however to see if the film will cultivate the close relationship that both Parker and Stark created during the Civil War period in the comics.

Although the pair fostered a father-son relationship (given the duos affinity for science and technology) in the comics, it was constantly relayed to the audience that Stark was using Peter for his own gain. Not an evil gain, thats for sure. But the conclusion to the series made it clear that the pro-registration act was misguided. A plot-point that I’m sure Marvel will replicate in the film when considered this is a Captain America movie, who stands opposed the Government enforced order. I do wonder if the Tony and Peter bond will make it onto screen. Not only do both men have their fair share of daddy issues but with Marvel currently pairing The Hulk up with Thor in his next movie. How cool would it be to see Stark serve as Spider-Man’s mentor going forward.

If not only to make the Iron-Spider suit a reality on the big screen.

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‘Batman’ WILL Appear In ‘Suicide Squad’

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I’m Batman, no wait that’s Ben Affleck – Skatronixxx

With the recent influx of movie news coming out of DC of late. Its clear that the comic-book-giant are quickly forming a massive-universe to rival Marvel’s own Cinematic offerings. With numerous appearances from Justice League mainstays slated to appear in Zack Snyder’s Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice. David Ayer’s Suicide Squad seems to be leading the charge as the universe builder with Batman revealed to appear in the villain-led movie.

In an interview with USA Today, Ayer revealed that Ben Affleck’s eagerly anticipated interpretation of the Caped Crusader will be cracking skulls and taking names in the anti-hero maelstrom. “We made him fight,” revealed Ayer, “he’s awesome [as Batman].”

The director also established that the two films are “the cornerstone of the beginning” of Warner Bros. universe which opens up the possibility for more cross-over cameos further down the line. “I love Batman and Superman and Wonder Woman, but having Flash and Aquaman and Cyborg and to see them all standing together, it’s a pretty dorky and cool experience for me,” expressed Snyder.

“Basically every one of those characters has a logo that you would recognize without them standing there, and that’s a hard thing to achieve in this pop-culture world. We have history to draw on, but we also have these new frontiers to forge.”

While Dawn of Justice is introducing audiences to new interpretations of long-standing DC heroes, Suicide Squad will use iconic villains such as The Joker (Jared Leto), Harley Quinn (Margot Robbie) and Deadshot (Will Smith) as unlikely-heroes forced to work for Amanda Waller’s (Viola Davis) Government funded team.

Although Affleck noted that he’s “bound by nondisclosure clauses a mile long”, the actor was able to disclosed that he was “really impressed” by Suicide Squad. “It felt like I have such a cool cousin. This thing that is so awesome is somehow related to me, and that was really exciting because it started to feel like a constellation of things, and I’ve never had that feeling.”

2016 is lining up to be DC’s year with Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice arriving in theatres on March 25. With David Ayers Suicide Squad scheduled for August 5.

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‘Agents Of SHIELD’ Spin-Off ‘Most Wanted’ Goes To Pilot

 

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It’s my two fave characters, you can’t leave, I won’t let you *sulks* – Skatronixxx

ABC President Paul Lee broke the news that Agents of SHIELD spin-off Most Wanted has been ordered to Pilot with Lee expressing at the recent Television Critics Association press tour, “We love the script. We think it’s going to be great. We’re doing that in the next few months.”

The new series will follow Agents of SHIELD season 2 newcomers Bobbi Morse (Adrianne Palicki) and Lance Hunter (Nick Blood), whose short-time with the show has seen the two stars become fast favourites amongst fans. Series showrunners Maurissa Tancharoen and Jed Whedon explain how the pilot-order is a some-what sombre affair should the new show go to series.

“Logistically it does mean they’re going to be leaving to make that,” revealed Whedon. “They’re a part of our show. We definitely think they are capable of carrying an entire other show. That being said, it’s sort of bittersweet. We’re very excited about the new show.”

Tancharoen herself summed up the appeal of keeping Palicki and Blood in their current position, commenting: “It’s very bittersweet because we have a bunch of females on the show who kick ass. It was so nice to have Adrianne be one of them, and then also just when it comes to the humor, just having a moment of levity, Hunter was there to have those one-liners. … That was something we could always bet on.”

Although the prospect of another Marvel show joining the ever growing ranks is an interesting venture. Most Wanted certainly has an uphill struggle when considered that the characters often work best as counter-points to other drama summed up in Tancharoen own analysis of the characters.

What works in the new series favour however is that SHIELD producers Jeff Bell and Paul Zbyszewski both co-created Most Wanted while also writing the Pilot that the ABC president loved so much. With both men also serving as showrunners and executive producers should the series go-to-order, Hunter and Morse couldn’t be in better hands than those familiar with what makes their characters tick.

SHIELD fans shouldn’t worry however as both showrunners confirmed that the agents could make their return to home-soil. “We will miss them, but that doesn’t mean they’re gone forever because, as everything in the Marvel universe, it’s all one universe,” teased Tancharoen.

“We’re pretending that there’s no such thing as a pilot, that it’s only characters who live in a world where there’s superheroes. We just know at some point they’re going to have to go somewhere else,” added Whedon. “We have a lot of characters and we’re always introducing new characters, so while they’re going to be missed, we’re certainly not going to try to replace them in any way.”

In talking about Most Wanted both Tancharoen and Whedon revealed that the new show is “awesome.”

“It’s everything you anticipate as well as things you don’t expect at all,” imparted Tancharoen. “It’s just really nice to be able to dive into those characters, and Paul and Jeff have done that exceptionally well.”
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