April 26, 2011: Golden Age Superman Podcast - Episode 16

Superman fan Jon Wilson has put together a Golden Age Superman podcast covering every appearance of the character from Action Comics #1 forward.

This week on Golden Age Superman, it's bunches of Superman stories in the first episode to have both the monthly and quarterly books in full effect. In Superman #2, reprinting several stories from the newspapers, the Man of Tomorrow helps a depressed ex boxing champ, "Superman Champions World Peace" and kills a WHOLE buncha people along the way, and stops a skyscraper construction project from being sabotaged in "Superman and the Skyscrapers". Then in Action Comics #17, the Man of Steel learns that the passenger liners of a shipping line are getting blown up one by one, and you'll never guess who's behind it, on his way to world domination. All this and an announcement of a new show I'm going to be involved in! Enjoy and tell all your friends!

Golden Age Superman is a proud member of the Superman Podcast Network. If you wish to send feedback, you may do so in the comments below or via email. You can also subscribe to the show through iTunes.

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Mild Mannered Reviews - Justice League of America #56

Mild Mannered Reviews - Justice League of America #56

Scheduled to arrive in stores: April 20, 2011

Cover date: June 2011

"Eclipso Rising" - Part 3: "The Battle for Emerald City"

Writer: James Robinson

Penciller: Brett Booth

Inker: Norm Rapmund

Reviewed by: Ralph Silver


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Mild Mannered Reviews - Supergirl #63

Mild Mannered Reviews - Supergirl #63

Scheduled to arrive in stores: April 20, 2011

Cover date: June 2011

"Good-Looking Corpse: Part Four"

Writer: James Peaty

Penciller: Bernard Chang

Inker: Bernard Chang

Reviewed by: Jeffrey Bridges


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Mild Mannered Reviews - Superman/Batman #83

Mild Mannered Reviews - Superman/Batman #83

Scheduled to arrive in stores: April 20, 2011

Cover date: June 2011

"Sorcerer Kings - Part 3"

Writer: Cullen Bunn

Penciller: ChrisCross

Inker: Marc Deering

Reviewed by: Michael Bailey


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April 26, 2011: Superman Comics Shipping This Week

Diamond Comics has released the list of comic books and other items shipping this week. Here are the Superman related items in that list...

Shipping This Week: April 27, 2011.

The following products are expected to ship to comic book specialty stores this week. Note that this list is tentative and subject to change. Please check with your retailer for availability.

Click on the magnifying glass icon () next to a comic's title to view a sneak peek at the pages within.

ACTION COMICS #900


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April 26, 2011: Humorous Article on What Super Power Superman Wants

TheOnion.com has posted an article online written from Superman's point of view, answering the question, "If you could have any superpower you wanted, what would it be?"

Most people can't answer right away because there's so many to choose from. But not me. I know exactly what I'd pick, hands down, every time: invisibility.

Just think about invisibility for a second. No one can see you. You're there but not there. You could be in the same room with someone, standing inches away, and they wouldn't realize it. Sure, they could reach out and touch you if they wanted - but why would they? They wouldn't know you were there! Heck, an invisible person could be watching me this very second, and if not for the fact that my super hearing allows me to detect a heartbeat anywhere in the world, I'd have no way of knowing.

Read the entire article at TheOnion.com.

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April 21, 2011: From Crisis to Crisis: A Superman Podcast

Welcome to the 92nd episode of From Crisis to Crisis: A Superman Podcast! This podcast has a simple premise; examine just about every Superman comic published between Man of Steel #1 in 1986 to Adventures of Superman #649 in 2006 in an informative and hopefully entertaining format.

Part index. Part commentary. Part history lesson. All podcast.

Jeff and Mike begin their coverage of the Superman books with the February 1992 cover date this week and boy is it a jam-packed episode full of comic book awesomeness. In SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL #8 Jolt and Blockhouse make their move! In SUPERMAN #64 the Man of Steel and Lois Lane face the daunting task of reading Superman's mail! Then, as an extra special bonus the boys cover AGENT LIBERTY #1 where we finally learn the origin of the mysterious hero. After that the guys talk about two episodes of the ADVENTURES OF SUPERBOY television series and what was going on in the world while these issues were on the stands.

Next week: PANIC IN THE SKY BEGINS! No really! It does this time. We promise!

You can subscribe to the show in two ways. First there is the RSS Feed and there is also the iTunes link. You can also download the episode directly.

If you want to comment on the show or contact the hosts you can always private message Mike and Jeff, leave comments here or email them at fromcrisistocrisis@gmail.com. All questions, concerns, fears, trepidations and cheap shots are welcome.


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Mild Mannered Reviews - Young Justice #3

Mild Mannered Reviews - Young Justice #3

Scheduled to arrive in stores: April 20, 2011

Cover date: June 2011

"Hack and You Shall Find"

Writer: Art Baltazar & Franco

Penciller: Mike Norton

Inker: Mike Norton

Cover: Mike Norton & Alex Sinclair

Reviewed by: Adam Dechanel


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April 25, 2011: Superman on TV - April 25 to May 1

Below are the Superman related TV shows and movies scheduled for the week ahead in both the USA and Australia. Anyone in the UK or other regions of the world who would like to contribute is more than welcome to add their listings in the comments section below.

A rerun of the "Young Justice" episode titled "Infiltrator" airs in the U.S. on Friday, April 29 at 7.00pm and again on Sunday, May 1 at 8.00pm on Cartoon Network.

A new episode of "Smallville", the 19th episode of Season 10, titled "Dominion" airs in the U.S. on Friday, April 29 at 8.00pm on The CW.

"Superman: The Movie" airs in the U.S. on Saturday, May 1 at 8.15am on 352 HDNETMV (Cbl).



In Australia, you can watch the "Smallville" episode "Bloodline" at 6.30pm on Sunday, May 1 and 1.00pm the next day on Fox 8 (108). While the Season 9 "Smallville" episode titled "Roulette" airs at 10.35pm on Sunday, May 1 on Eleven (11).

In Australia, the animated movie "Superman/Batman: Public Enemies" airs at 4.35am on Wednesday, April 27 on Movie Extra (413).

If there's anything I've missed please don't hesitate to let me know.


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April 11, 2011: Superman Fan Kaman Stowell

Superman Homepage member Kaman Stowell and his love of Superman was the subject of an article for the St. Cloud Times.

In a recent interview in his room, where he sleeps surrounded by the comic-book legend, the senior from Sartell said the TV series "Smallville" is to blame for his obsession with the "S" shield.

He had seen the movies from the 1970s starring Christopher Reeves in all his curled-tuft glory, but it was a post-millennial farm boy played by Tom Welling who made Stowell begin to cover his room in primary colors.

About a year ago, after acquiring almost 300 objects and thousands of dollars worth of tradable pieces, Stowell started to periodically upload video reviews of "Smallville" episodes, Superman movies and comics to the Internet site YouTube.

You can read the complete article at the SCTimes.com website.


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April 11, 2011: Superman on TV - April 11-18

Below are the Superman related TV shows and movies scheduled for the week ahead in both the USA and Australia. Anyone in the UK or other regions of the world who would like to contribute is more than welcome to add their listings in the comments section below.

A rerun of the "Young Justice" episode titled "Drop Zone" airs in the U.S. on Friday, April 15 at 7.00pm and again on Sunday, April 17 at 8.00pm on Cartoon Network.

A new episode of "Smallville", the 17th episode of Season 10, titled "Kent" airs in the U.S. on Friday, April 15 at 8.00pm on The CW.

The "I Love Lucy" episode titled "Lucy and Superman" (guest starring George Reeves as Superman) airs in the U.S. on Friday, April 15 at 7.30am on Hallmark.

"Look Up in the Sky!: The Amazing Story of Superman" airs in the U.S. on Friday, April 15 at 8:00pm on 16 HI (Cbl).

"Superman Returns" airs in the U.S. on Saturday, April 16 at 10:00am on 26 FOX (Cbl).

In Australia, "The Batman/Superman Story - Part 1" of "The Batman" animated series airs at 3.30pm on Wednesday, April 13 on GO! (99) and again at 7.30am on Thursday, April 14. "The Batman/Superman Story - Part 2" airs at 3.30pm on Thursday, April 14 on GO! (99) and again at 7.30am on Friday, April 15.



In Australia, you can watch the "Smallville" episode "Prey" at 6.30pm on Sunday, April 17 and 1.00pm the next day on Fox 8 (108). While the Season 9 "Smallville" episode titled "Rabid" airs at 10.50pm on Sunday, April 17 on Eleven (11).

If there's anything I've missed please don't hesitate to let me know.


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Mild Mannered Reviews - Justice League of America 80-Page Giant 2011 #1

Mild Mannered Reviews - Justice League of America 80-Page Giant 2011 #1

Scheduled to arrive in stores: April 6, 2011

Cover date: June 2011

Various writers and artists

Cover: Stanley "Artgerm" Lau

Reviewed by: Ralph Silver


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Mild Mannered Reviews - Superman/Batman Annual #5

Mild Mannered Reviews - Superman/Batman Annual #5

Scheduled to arrive in stores: April 6, 2011

Cover date: June 2011

"Reign of Doomsday" - Part 5: "No Exit!"

Writer: James Robinson

Penciller: Miguel Sepulveda

Inker: Miguel Sepulveda

Reviewed by: Michael Bailey


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April 11, 2011: Philippines Ride Lets You Fly Like Superman

The Zoom Tree Top Adventure in Quezon City in the Philippines currently has a special offer for fans wanting to fly like Superman.

Positioned 100 feet above the ground, you can fly faster than a speeding bullet, lying face down, as you zip through the trees for 200 meters.

For today only, you can live this unforgettable experience at 35% off the regular price. Visit Twangoo.com to take advantage of this limited time offer.


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April 11, 2011: DC 3-Pack Compilation DVDs

Warner Home Video has announced the up-coming release of two 3-pack DC compilation DVDs.

The DC Kids 3-Pack Fun collection includes the animated movie "Batman vs Dracula", episodes from the "Justice League Unlimited" animated series and the animated feature "Superman: Brainiac Attacks".

The DC Universe 3-Pack Action collection includes the animated movies "Green Lantern: First Flight", "Superman: Doomsday", and "Justice League: The New Frontier".

All content is the same as the material previously issued on their solo DVD releases. With a recommended retail price of just US$19.97, these DVD collections will hit shelves on May 31.


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April 11, 2011: DC Comics July 2011 Solicitations

Check out the DC Comics July 2011 solicitations for all the Superman-related comics and products soon to be released.


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April 12, 2011: Superman Homepage Caption Contest

Welcome to the Superman Homepage Caption Contest! The rules are simple. Just click on the Comments link below to leave a caption for the following image.



Leave as many captions as you can think of, but keep it family friendly. Captions deemed to be outside our Caption Contest Guidelines will be deleted at our discretion.

In the end, there can be only one winner. The winner will be decided by Jeffrey Taylor, your Caption Contest compere.

The Caption Contest will be updated fortnightly. The winner will be announced when the next new Caption Contest is posted. While there's no physical prize, the winner will gain the praise and admiration of their fellow Superman fans.

Speaking of which, the winner of the previous Caption Contest was:




kal-el76:

Superman reveals the new Kryptonian power of "Tableau".




Check out the Caption Contest Archives to see the list of runners-up.

Note: You need to be a member of the Superman Homepage to leave a comment, but it's free, so sign up and join the fun!

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Mild Mannered Reviews - DC Universe Online Legends #5

Mild Mannered Reviews - DC Universe Online Legends #5

Scheduled to arrive in stores: April 6, 2011

Cover date: Early June 2011

"Three Minutes"

Writer: Marv Wolfman

Pencillers: Mike S. Miller

Inkers: Adriana Melo & Norman Lee

Reviewed by: Jeffrey Taylor


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April 12, 2011: Your 2nd Childhood Memorabilia Show

Fans in New York City might want to note down the weekend of May 14-15 in their calendar to attend "Your 2nd Childhood Memorabilia Show" at the Holiday Inn, which will include a tribute to legendary actor Glenn Ford, who starred as Jonathan Kent in "Superman: The Movie".

In addition, Robert Vaughn, who played Ross Webster in "Superman III", will be a special celebrity guest at the convention.

Visit the official "Your 2nd Childhood Memorabilia Show" website for further details.


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April 12, 2011: Superman Comics Shipping This Week

Diamond Comics has released the list of comic books and other items shipping this week. Here are the Superman related items in that list...

Shipping This Week: April 13, 2011.

The following products are expected to ship to comic book specialty stores this week. Note that this list is tentative and subject to change. Please check with your retailer for availability.

Click on the magnifying glass icon () next to a comic's title to view a sneak peek at the pages within.

SUPERBOY #6 (Reign of Doomsday)

SUPERMAN #710

SUPERMAN: CODENAME PATRIOT TP


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April 12, 2011: Michael Shannon Talks About Auditioning for Zod

Michael Shannon recently appeared at the RiverRun International Film Festival in North Carolina where he spoke about being cast as Zod for "Man of Steel", meeting Zack Snyder, and screen testing with Henry Cavill.



Source: SlashFilm.com.

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April 12, 2011: Superman Homepage Server Problems

PLEASE NOTE: Due to a server problem, we lost four day's worth of data from April 7-12. This means that news, comments, message board posts, private messages, profile updates, and any new memberships registered during that period were lost.

I've re-posted all the news during that period, but I am unable to retrieve any of the other data that was lost. I apologize for any inconvenience this causes. Trust me, I spent a good half a day and most of a night getting things fixed as best as I could.

Now to get some sleep.

Steve Younis

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April 13, 2011: New Setback for Warner Bros. in Superman Legal Battle

HollywoodReporter.com reports on the latest development in the ongoing legal battle over the rights to Superman, with U.S. Magistrate Judge Ralph Zaresky rejecting the WB's attempts to pry open secret documents that were said to show an agreement between the estates of Superman co-creators Joe Shuster and Jerry Siegel�not to make further copyright deals with the studio.

Last year, the studio�filed a lawsuit�against the recently deceased Joanne Siegel and her lawyer,�Marc Toberoff, for interfering with its rights via allegedly shady joint venture agreements. To that end, it has demanded production of sensitive documents.

The documents are said to be "consent agreements" between the Siegel and Shuster estates and their existence came to light during settlement discussions during the first phase of the Siegel trial. Once Toberoff mentioned the presence of these agreements, Warners almost immediately demanded the documents be shared. During the first trial, Toberoff successfully got a judge to agree that those documents were protected by attorney-client privilege.

The case continues, with debates on who owns what now in the hands of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Read the complete report at the Hollywood Reporter website.


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April 14, 2011: Golden Age Superman Podcast - Episode 15

Superman fan Jon Wilson has put together a Golden Age Superman podcast covering every appearance of the character from Action Comics #1 forward.

This week, in Action Comics #16, it's back to social justice basics for the Man of Steel, as�Superman decides to do something about gambling and the numbers racket that is destroying lives and finances in Metropolis. What? In where? That's right, we finally get a name for the city of Superman's exploits! All this, and our first decoding, too!

Golden Age Superman is a proud member of the Superman Podcast Network. If you wish to send feedback, you may do so in the comments below or via email. You can also subscribe to the show through iTunes.

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April 14, 2011: From Crisis to Crisis: A Superman Podcast

Welcome to the 91st episode of From Crisis to Crisis: A Superman Podcast! This podcast has a simple premise; examine just about every Superman comic published between Man of Steel #1 in 1986 to Adventures of Superman #649 in 2006 in an informative and hopefully entertaining format.

Part index. Part commentary. Part history lesson. All podcast.

The discussion of the Superman books with a January 1992 cover date continues this week as Jeff and Mike discuss ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #486 and ACTION COMICS #673. Both issues take place during Thanksgiving which makes sense considering they were released around November of 1991. In ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN Jimmy continues to deal with being homeless as Superman fights the Intergang robot known as Purge. In ACTION COMICS Bruno Mannheim escapes from Stryker's Island leading to a "final" face-off between him and the Man of Steel. Quick heads up; things don't go so well for Mannheim. In addition to all of that the boys go through the ads from the January 1992 books, Mike tells you what else was going on in the DCU and more of YOUR e-mails are read. It is a shorter episode this time around but that doesn't mean it isn't full of Man of Steel goodness!

Next week: PANIC IN THE SKY BEGINS!

You can subscribe to the show in two ways. First there is the RSS Feed and there is also the iTunes link. You can also download the episode directly.

If you want to comment on the show or contact the hosts you can always private message Mike and Jeff, leave comments here or email them at fromcrisistocrisis@gmail.com. All questions, concerns, fears, trepidations and cheap shots are welcome.


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April 14, 2011: Tiny Titans Turns the DC Universe Pink

DC's "The Source" blog gives us an inside look at "Tiny Titans #39" an issue that turns the DC Universe pink... thanks to a quote taken from "Superman: The Movie".

"The whole inspiration for this issue came from a familiar line to most comic and movie buffs, 'I like pink very much, Lois!' In this issue, we take that line to heart and turn everything PINK! We get to use the entire DC Universe and spin them with our take. I can't believe issue #39 is here already. It seems like we were just getting underway with the first issue! This book is so much fun, I can't wait until we're talking about issue #139!" Franco continued. "The Pink Issue! This is an idea we had for a long time! Being a lifelong fan of the Superman movie, working on this issue brought out the 8-year-old in me! Aw Yeah PINK! Aw Yeah DC! Aw Yeah TITANS!" Art replied.

Read the complete article at DC's "The Source", where you can also check out interior pages from "Tiny Titans #39", which goes on sale April 20.


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April 15, 2011: Superman in the Bronze Age Podcast - Episode 18

"Superman in the Bronze Age" is a weekly podcast hosted by Charlie Niemeyer, covering Superman's adventures from Action Comics #393 in 1970 to Action Comics #583 in 1986.

Welcome to Episode 18 of Superman in the Bronze Age. In this episode, apologies, an email, Superman and Hawkman do not team up, Lex Luthor destroys the earth and someone tries to kill Clark Kent. Plus, we see what else was going on iin the DCU this month.

"Superman in the Bronze Age" is a proud member of the Superman Podcast Network. You may also subscribe to the podcast through iTunes or the RSS Feed.


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April 15, 2011: Superman Comic Strip Humor

Jump Start

Thanks to Jimmy Mac for the link to this comic strip.

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April 15, 2011: More Cassidy Freeman Interviews

Cassidy Freeman participated in a few interviews this week, talking about the final episodes of "Smallville".

She spoke to Zap2It.com about how great it was to finally get to work with Michael Rosenbaum:

That's not to say she didn't give him a hard time for holding out so long on finalizing a deal to come back as Lex Luthor. "I mean I obviously gave him the s*** he deserved, but I think he was expecting that," she laughs. "We'd heard so much about each other that it was almost like we knew each other when we showed up, which was really cool and helped out with us trying to figure out how to work together. But I'm thankful, I'm thankful I got to spend time with him. He's a really nice guy."

TV Guide Magazine asked her about the series finale:

TV Guide Magazine: Now obviously, you can't tell us anything juicy about the finale. But is it something you think fans will just love?

Freeman: Yeah. I think it's a really, really beautiful ending. I remember when we finally got the last scripts, I called Brian Peterson and Kelly Souders to tell them what an incredible job they did. I read it and got chills. It's awesome.

TVSquad.com asked her to expand on her role in the finale:

What else can you tell us about your role in the finale?

Well, [as for Tess's choice between good and evil], we won't find that out until the finale, which is really cool for my character. It builds up and it builds up and it builds up and you're not sure, you're not sure, and you find out at the end which way she goes. It's really cool.

While TVLine.com asked her what the wrap party was like:

TVLINE | Was last month's Smallville wrap party 100-percent revelry, or were there moments of misty-eyed nostalgia?

It's difficult to get misty-eyed when you're in the Vancouver Club with a band playing loudly and people introducing you to their significant others. But it was emotional on set. I've only been there for a little bit of it, and it still felt like a big change; I can't imagine what it was like for Tom and Erica.

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April 18, 2011: Superman Runs Marathon for Guinness World Record

David Stone, a 41 year old man in London, set a new world record for the fastest marathon run dressed as a superhero this past weekend, running 26.2 miles in 2:42.46.

When he is not undoing Lex Luthor's mischief as Superman, Mr Stone, 41, works not as a reporter for the Daily Planet, but as a garden centre manager, in Exmouth, in Devon.

Dressed in a cape and figure-hugging blue suit, Superman swapped his red boots for a pair of trainers for this mission - and managed to shave 49 seconds off the previous record set by Batman's sidekick Robin in 2009.

Source: BBC.co.uk.


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Mild Mannered Reviews - Superboy #6

Mild Mannered Reviews - Superboy #6

Scheduled to arrive in stores: April 13, 2011

Cover date: June 2011

"Reign of Doomsday": Part 5 - "No Fear"

Writer: Jeff Lemire

Penciller: Marco Rudy

Inker: Marco Rudy

Cover: Eddy Barrows, J.P. Mayer & Jamie Grant

Reviewed by: Adam Dechanel


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Mild Mannered Reviews - Superman #710

Mild Mannered Reviews - Superman #710

Scheduled to arrive in stores: April 13, 2011

Cover date: June 2011

"Grounded" - Part Eight

Writer: J. Michael Straczynski & Chris Roberson

Penciller: Eddy Barrows & Travel Foreman

Inker: J.P. Mayer & John Dell

Reviewed by: Ralph Silver


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April 18, 2011: Picture Window Books Announces Super-Pet Contest Winner

Winning Characters to be Illustrated by Eisner Award-Winner Art Baltazar in Upcoming DC Super-Pets Book

Picture Window Books, an imprint of Capstone, the leading publisher of children's books and digital products and services, announces the winner of its nationwide student writing contest "My Pet is Super!" The contest asked children to write an article for an imaginary newspaper, The Daily Planet, about why their own pet is super. It was inspired by the publisher's DC Super-Pets adventure book series featuring the crime-fighting pets of everyone's favorite super heroes.

Cloey Nyberg, a third grader at Pyrtle Elementary School in Lincoln, Neb., is the first-place winner selected from more than 450 entries. Cloey's fictional characters, Luna Moon (a Beagle with super-sniffing talents) and Sprightly Steve (a Pomeranian/Chihuahua with lightning speed), will be featured characters illustrated by Eisner award-winning comic book artist Art Baltazar in a DC Super-Pets book. Cloey will receive the original illustration of her characters as well as copies of the book, available Jan. 1, 2012 in hardcover and paperback formats.

Cloey's imaginary newspaper article was set in Metropolis Park where Luna and Steve used their combined super powers to save a group of third graders from a brush fire. The city mayor rewarded the canine duo for their heroic deeds with medals and a year's supply of dog treats. To see the winning entry, visit www.CapstoneKids.com.

"Students took us on adventures from Los Angeles to Maine and we learned about the heroic deeds of all kinds of super-pets - from dogs, cats, rabbits, and gerbils, to pigs, goldfish, and even a vanishing chicken. We're impressed with the incredibly talented kids who brought us such fun and well-written stories, and we can't wait to begin working on the DC Super-Pets title with our two new characters Luna and Steve!" said Michael Dahl, Editorial Director of Capstone Fiction.

In addition to selecting a first place winner, Picture Window Books also selected the top 50 contest entries to receive two free DC Super-Pets books, one for the student and one for the school library.

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April 18, 2011: Superman on TV - April 18-24

Below are the Superman related TV shows and movies scheduled for the week ahead in both the USA and Australia. Anyone in the UK or other regions of the world who would like to contribute is more than welcome to add their listings in the comments section below.

A rerun of the "Young Justice" episode titled "Schooled" airs in the U.S. on Friday, April 22 at 7.00pm and again on Sunday, April 24 at 8.00pm on Cartoon Network.

A new episode of "Smallville", the 18th episode of Season 10, titled "Booster" airs in the U.S. on Friday, April 22 at 8.00pm on The CW.

"Superman: The Movie" airs in the U.S. on Saturday, April 23 at 1:00pm on 63 ION Network (Cbl). "Superman II" airs on the same channel on Monday, April 25 at 12:00am.



In Australia, you can watch the "Smallville" episode "Identity" at 6.30pm on Sunday, April 24 and 1.00pm the next day on Fox 8 (108). While the Season 9 "Smallville" episode titled "Echo" airs at 10.15pm on Sunday, April 24 on Eleven (11).

If there's anything I've missed please don't hesitate to let me know.


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April 18, 2011: Tom Welling to Appear on Jimmy Kimmel Live

Tom Welling will be appearing on the Thursday, May 12th edition of the Jimmy Kimmel Live show on ABC in the U.S.

Free tickets, for those in the Los Angeles area who would like to be in the audience, are still available via 1iota.com.


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April 19, 2011: Superman Comics Shipping This Week

Diamond Comics has released the list of comic books and other items shipping this week. Here are the Superman related items in that list...

Shipping This Week: April 20, 2011.

The following products are expected to ship to comic book specialty stores this week. Note that this list is tentative and subject to change. Please check with your retailer for availability.

Click on the magnifying glass icon () next to a comic's title to view a sneak peek at the pages within.

DC UNIVERSE ONLINE LEGENDS #6

JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #56

POWER GIRL #23

SUPERGIRL #63

SUPERMAN/BATMAN #83

TEEN TITANS #94

TINY TITANS #39

YOUNG JUSTICE #3

SUPERMAN/BATMAN: WORSHIP TP


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April 6, 2011: Superman Celebration Celebrities Announced

The celebrities attending the 2011 Superman Celebration in Metropolis, Illinois were announced today.

Sam Huntington (Jimmy Olsen - Superman Returns) and Alaina Huffman (Dinah Lance/Black Canary - Smallville) will be appearing at the Celebration's special Celebrity Autograph Sessions on Saturday, June 11th at Banterra Bank. Tickets may be obtained at the designated time and place listed on the Celebration Schedule. (Tickets are limited, and are on a first-come-first-served basis.)

Mark Pillow (Nuclear Man - Superman IV: The Quest for Peace) and Tracey Roberts Lewis (Darla - Superboy) will be appearing in the Artists Alley and Writers Way. (Appearance schedule to be announced.) Admission to the Artists Alley and Writers Way is free.

Comic book artists Jamal Igle and Freddie Williams II will also be attending the Superman Celebration, which will be held across June 9-12. Visit SupermanCelebration.net for further details.

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April 6, 2011: DC Showcase Soundtrack CD

Jeremy Zuckerman and Benjamin Wynn, a.k.a. The Track Team, recently announced the release of their DC Showcase animated short scores to "The Spectre," "Green Arrow," "Jonah Hex" and "Superman/Shazam: The Return of Black Adam" as a limited edition release of 1000 units.

"We're so happy to be able to make this music available to fans of the DC Showcase series. The stylistic breadth of this project is very wide... I think there'll be something for nearly everyone here," said Zuckerman.

The Track Team's score to the animated DC Showcase series will have a limited physical release of only 1000 units on Tuesday, April 12th! �The album will also be released digitally through iTunes, Amazon and other online outlets.

Visit WorldsFinestOnline.com for details track listings and how to obtain an autographed copy of the CD.


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April 6, 2011: DC Universe Online: The Batcave: Brainiac Sub-Construct

Sony Online Entertainment has released a new online video promoting the latest Group Combat Raid for "DC Universe Online", the MMO RPG for PC and PS3.

Brainiac has targeted Batman's batcave controlling Brother Eye and Batman himself. Witness the power of Brainiac.



Order "DC Universe Online" for PlayStation 3 or get either the Standard Edition or Collector's Edition for your PC.


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April 6, 2011: Henry Cavill Not Worried About Being Typecast

In another roundtable interview from WonderCon this past weekend, Henry Cavill and Luke Evans promoted their up-coming film "Immortals", and Henry answered questions about how he'd be playing Superman and whether he was worried about being typecast.

[The part you're looking for is just before the 7 minute mark in the video below.]



Thanks to Cormac Sweeney for the lead on this video.

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April 6, 2011: Zack Snyder on Collaborating with Christopher Nolan

Empire magazine posted a video interview with Zack Snyder and asked him what it's like working with Christopher Nolan, and whether or not they've discussed who'd win in a fight between Superman and Batman.

"Chris has been amazingly generous with me," Snyder told us of his producer's contributions to Superman: Man of Steel's storyline. "He's making [The Dark Knight Rises] but he takes time if we're knocking around ideas for the script. We'll all sit around in a room, beat it around and try to figure it out..."

Source: EmpireOnline.com.

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April 7, 2011: From Crisis to Crisis: A Superman Podcast

Welcome to the 90th episode of From Crisis to Crisis: A Superman Podcast! This podcast has a simple premise; examine just about every Superman comic published between Man of Steel #1 in 1986 to Adventures of Superman #649 in 2006 in an informative and hopefully entertaining format.

Part index. Part commentary. Part history lesson. All podcast.

Jeff and Mike kick off 1992 this week with the first half of the Superman comics from the January cover date. In SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL #7 Lois and Clark have a tiff as Cerberus sends two new agents to follow Lois Lane! Then in SUPERMAN #63 the Man of Steel and Aquaman team up as Lois does some shopping. Plus an old flame of Superman returns!

Oh, and something REALLY big happens between Lana Lang and Pete Ross. Not as big as what is revealed next episode but pretty big nonetheless.

After that Mike and Jeff talk about four more episodes from season four of the ADVENTURES OF SUPERBOY, discuss world events, the movies from the month these comics were released and they wrap things up by reading some of YOUR e-mails!

Next week: ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #486 and ACTION COMICS #673!

You can subscribe to the show in two ways. First there is the RSS Feed and there is also the iTunes link. You can also download the episode directly.

If you want to comment on the show or contact the hosts you can always private message Mike and Jeff, leave comments here or email them at fromcrisistocrisis@gmail.com. All questions, concerns, fears, trepidations and cheap shots are welcome.


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April 7, 2011: Kelly Sue DeConnick on Writing Supergirl

ComicBookResources.com caught up with Kelly Sue DeConnick to talk to her about her 3-issue run on the monthly "Supergirl" comic book title.

CBR News: Your first issue of "Supergirl" hits stores June 15. What can you tell us about your arc?

Kelly Sue DeConnick: Gifted kids have started disappearing from the area surrounding Stanhope College and one of them reappears in Metropolis, unable to tell them where she's been or why. Lois Lane and Supergirl team up to investigate.

And there's a classic villain who should look familiar to DCU readers. How's that for a taunt?� Don't worry; I don't actually keep it a secret for long.

With regards to the Kara/Lois team-up, what's your take on their relationship?

In my take, Lois assumes a familiarity that's unearned and the two have to figure their relationship out. It's awkward, but there's humor and mutual respect at the base, so they get there.

Read the entire interview at the CBR website.

Look for the first part of Kelly's 3-issue run starting in "Supergirl #65" available June 15th.


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April 8, 2011: New Superman Homepage Theme

As you can see (if you're using anything other than our default theme), I've created a new default design theme for the Superman Homepage.

This new 2011 design is just one of a handful of themes available for Superman Homepage members to choose from. It is the new default theme, so certain aspects of the website are designed to blend with this new look. I hope you enjoy it.

Steve Younis

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April 8, 2011: Utah Comic Stores Prepare for Superman

With Superman walking into Utah within the pages of "Superman #710" next week, stores in the area are making a big deal of the event, with in-store promotions to mark the occasion.

"We're pretty excited for this," said Mimi Cruz, manager of Night Flight Comics.

Cruz said Night Flight placed a larger-than-normal order for issue 710 of the Superman comic in hopes of having plenty of copies on the shelves for Utahns who normally don't read the series.

HeeBeeGeeBeez co-owner Rachael Williams has planned release parties at her Layton and Ogden stores that will include an actor dressed as Superman, as well as a mystery guest. (Psst! It's the same guy who meets up with Superman in issue 710. Keep reading.)

Williams said she wanted to turn Superman's comic book visit to Utah into a real-life experience for young fans.

Read the complete article at the DesertNews.com website.


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April 8, 2011: Justice League Season 2 Coming to Blu-Ray

Warner Home Video has announced the up-coming release of Season 2 of the "Justice League" animated series on Blu-Ray.

Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Green Lantern, Martian Manhunter and Hawkgirl - they have all used their unique powers to fight evil across the galaxy. These 7 super heroes unite to become the Justice League. Dangers across the galaxy threaten Deep-rooted feelings of mistrust and insecurity surface and plauge the Justice League, causing internal strife and leaving them vulnerable to attacks from their enemies. But when one of their own commits the ultimate betrayal, it could be the end of the Justice League and Earth forever. Don't miss one second of suspense or one iota of excitement with this 26 episode collection.

The HD Blu-Ray release on July 26th will contain 2-discs with a running time of 593 minutes, and a recommended retail price of US$39.99.


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April 8, 2011: Henry Cavill on Preparing for Superman

Newsarama.com conducted an interview with Henry Cavill, speaking to him about his new film "Immortals", but also asking him about how he'll be preparing for the Superman role.

"Biggest challenge on this one was maintaining the physical shape because it was extraordinary difficult with the hours we had and like I said, fourteen hours minimum with a half hour lunch and you can't eat that much and you're in every day. There's no time to sit back and relax and settle and then have your recovery day and have to go back in. It was nonstop brutal. That was the toughest thing," he said.

"I think on Superman it will be slightly different because I've approached it with the experience of Immortals and I've said, 'Look, guys, I'm going to need recovery time and I'm going to need this, I'm going to need that, if possible, please, please.' And I think the most difficult thing with Superman is going to be making everyone...doing a true justice to the role while reimagining it."

While we were wrapping up our interview, someone asked Cavill to sign a Superman action figure. It was his first. Newsarama told the British actor he better get used to it.

"Superman is, I think these days he's such a universal idea," said Cavill. "And yes, he was raised in America as a character but I don't think the Brits see it any different, they see him as the coolest, biggest and best superhero out there."

Source: Newsarama.com.


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April 10, 2011: Michael Shannon Cast as General Zod

Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures announced today that Michael Shannon will star in the role of General Zod in director Zack Snyder's new Superman film, titled "Man of Steel."

Snyder stated, "Zod is not only one of Superman's most formidable enemies, but one of the most significant because he has insights into Superman that others don't. Michael is a powerful actor who can project both the intelligence and the malice of the character, making him perfect for the role."
As General Zod, Shannon will go toe-to-toe with Henry Cavill, who plays the new Clark Kent/Superman in the film. The main cast also includes Amy Adams as Lois Lane, and Diane Lane and Kevin Costner as Martha and Jonathan Kent.

Michael Shannon was honored with an Academy Award® nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Sam Mendes' "Revolutionary Road," with Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet. Shannon was most recently seen in the award-winning HBO drama series "Boardwalk Empire," from executive producer Martin Scorsese. He will next be seen in Sony Pictures Classics', "Take Shelter," from director/writer Jeff Nichols.

Charles Roven, Emma Thomas, Christopher Nolan and Deborah Snyder are the producers of the film. The screenplay is being written by David S. Goyer based on a story by Goyer and Nolan. Thomas Tull and Lloyd Phillips are serving as executive producers.

"Man of Steel" will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.


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April 4, 2011: Superman on TV - April 4-10

Below are the Superman related TV shows and movies scheduled for the week ahead in both the USA and Australia. Anyone in the UK or other regions of the world who would like to contribute is more than welcome to add their listings in the comments section below.

A rerun of the "Young Justice" episode titled "Welcome to Happy Harbor" airs in the U.S. on Friday, April 8 at 7.00pm and again on Sunday, April 10 at 8.00pm on Cartoon Network.

A rerun of the "Smallville" pilot episode airs in the U.S. on Friday, April 8 at 8.00pm on The CW.

"Superman: The Movie" airs in the U.S. on Friday, April 8 at 12:00am on 63 IONSAT (Cbl).

"Superman II" airs in the U.S. on Saturday, April 7 at 12:00am on 63 IONSAT (Cbl).

In Australia, "Superman Returns" airs at 7.30pm on Wednesday, April 6 on GO! (99).



In Australia, you can watch the Season 8 episode "Committed" at 6.30pm on Sunday, April 10 and 1.00pm the next day on Fox 8 (108). While the Season 9 "Smallville" episode titled "Metallo" airs at 10.30pm on Sunday, April 10 on Eleven (11).

If there's anything I've missed please don't hesitate to let me know.


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Mild Mannered Reviews - JLA/The 99 #6

Mild Mannered Reviews - JLA/The 99 #6

Scheduled to arrive in stores: March 30, 2011

Cover date: May 2011

"Peace!"

Writer: Stuart Moore and Fabian Nicieza

Penciller: Tom Derenick

Inker: Drew Geraci

Reviewed by: Ralph Silver


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Mild Mannered Reviews - Jimmy Olsen #1 (One Shot)

Mild Mannered Reviews - Jimmy Olsen #1 (One Shot)

Scheduled to arrive in stores: March 30, 2011

Cover date: May 2011

"Big Week - Days Five to Seven"

Writer: Nick Spencer

Penciller: RB Silva & Amilcar Pinna

Inker: DYM, Rob Lean with Pinna

Cover: Amanda Conner

Reviewed by: Adam Dechanel


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Mild Mannered Reviews - Action Comics #899

Mild Mannered Reviews - Action Comics #899

Scheduled to arrive in stores: March 30, 2011

Cover date: May 2011

Lex Luthor in "The Black Ring" Part Ten

Writer: Paul Cornell

Penciller: Jesus Merino

Inker: Jesus Merino

Reviewed by: Ralph Silver


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April 4, 2011: Sydney Royal Easter Show Showbags

The Sydney Royal Easter Show, Australia's largest annual event, an iconic showcase of Australian culture, heritage and excellence, is on again from April 14-27 at the Sydney Showground in Sydney Olympic Park, Homebush.

This year there are two Justice League Showbags containing Superman merchandise:


JUSTICE LEAGUE BAG

Price:�$20.00

Contents:

1 x Justice League Disc Shooter $2.95

1 x Superman Parachutist Figure $1.69

1 x Justice League Mini Playing cards $1.95

1 x 36" Justice League Inflatable Hammer $3.00

1 x Justice League 4.5" Soft Ball $2.95

PLUS - Your choice of either the Batman, Superman or Wonder Woman Dress Up $12.95

Total Retail Value: $25.49



JUSTICE LEAGUE SUPER BAG

Price:�$25.00

Contents:

1 x Justice League Flying Disc $2.95

1 x Justice League Skateboard Keychain $0.99

1 x Justice League Yo Yo $1.95

1 x Justice League Paddle Ball $2.95

1 x Justice League Gumball Machine $3.95

1 x Justice League Pinball Game $3.00

1 x 36" Justice League Inflatable Hammer $3.00

1 x Justice League Playing Cards $2.95

1 x Justice League Mini Basketball PlaySet $12.95

PLUS - Your choice of either the Batman of Superman 34cm Soft Toy $12.50

Total Retail Value: $47.19


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April 4, 2011: Cavill Talks About Reading Superman Comic Books

In more of MTV's WonderCon interview with Henry Cavill he reveals that he's been reading lots of Superman comic books in preparing for the role, and talks about screen testing with Amy Adams (Lois Lane).

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April 4, 2011: Henry Cavill on Preparing for Superman

Collider.com has posted a video interview with Henry Cavill and Luke Evans at WonderCon this past weekend, speaking with them about their film "Immortals". Towards the end of the interview Cavill is asked about Superman and how he's preparing for the role.

Cavill: At this early stage it's just doing some foundation training. The guys from Gym Jones, Mark Twight is training me. I've done about a month so far of foundation training. Really hard stuff, to get my body used to the real stuff, which is coming up soon. So at the moment it's just getting my body in the right aesthetic shape.

I heard you're filming in Chicago. Is that true?

Cavill: Possibly. I don't know how much I can tell you.

Zack talked about how it's gonna be very realistic. Is that something that excites you?

Cavill: I think it's a great way to go, because superheroes themselves are so unrealistic that to add a realism to them just makes them easier to associate with and attaches more directly to a real life imagination.

Source: Collider.com.

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April 4, 2011: Golden Age Superman Podcast - Episode 14

Superman fan Jon Wilson has put together a Golden Age Superman podcast covering every appearance of the character from Action Comics #1 forward.

Here in this episode of Golden Age Superman, I cover the two issues of Action Comics that were released in June. (Why were there two? Listen and all shall be made known!) First, in Action Comics #14, Superman is lured into a trap by the Ultra-Humanite, who managed to survive last issue's plane crash. And Ultra sets the standard for all supervillain traps to come by making it way more convoluted and prone to fail than it needed to be. Then in Action Comics #15, Superman goes hunting for treasure, hoping the gold from a sunken Spanish galleon will save a nearly bankrupt boys' home.

Golden Age Superman is a proud member of the Superman Podcast Network. If you wish to send feedback, you may do so in the comments below or via email. You can also subscribe to the show through iTunes.

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April 4, 2011: Retro-Active Superman Comics

At WonderCon this past weekend DC Comics announced a series of "Retro-Active" comic books set for publication in July/August.

Published throughout July and August 2011, these are exactly the kinds of one-shots people often associate with summer. RETRO-ACTIVE reunites classic writers and artists with classic characters Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, The Flash, and Justice League of America, returning to the interpretations they are best known for. Each of these series will have 3 one-shots that pay homage respectively to the'70s, '80s, and '90s.

Martin Pasko will be writing the 1970s Superman book, Marv Wolfman the 1980s, while Louise Simonson will write the 1990s story.

Each title in the series will feature 26 new story pages with 20 pages of classic stories, running at US$4.99 a piece.

Source: DC Universe: The Source.


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April 4, 2011: Superman Movie Villain Rumors

RadarOnline.com are persisting with the rumor that Lindsay Lohan is still in the running for a villain role in the up-coming Superman movie.

"Lindsay�plans to return from New York on�Wednesday and meet with producers and read with�an actor�who is up for the role of Lex Luthor," a source close to the actress told RadarOnline.com.

Lohan had wanted the role of Superman's love-interest Lois Lane, but is said to be excited with the news that producers are still considering her for another gig in the much anticipated film, despite all her issues.

"Lindsay said she would be ecstatic to be part of the Superman movie... it's a dream of hers," close pal Nathan Folks told RadarOnline.com when asked about the potential casting.

The website also claims that unknown actor Adam Harris is up for the role of Lex Luthor.


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April 5, 2011: Superman Comics Shipping This Week

Diamond Comics has released the list of comic books and other items shipping this week. Here are the Superman related items in that list...

Shipping This Week: April 6, 2011.

The following products are expected to ship to comic book specialty stores this week. Note that this list is tentative and subject to change. Please check with your retailer for availability.

Click on the magnifying glass icon () next to a comic's title to view a sneak peek at the pages within.

DC UNIVERSE ONLINE LEGENDS #5

JLA 80 PAGE GIANT 2011 #1

SUPERMAN/BATMAN ANNUAL #5 (Reign of Doomsday)

TIME MASTERS: VANISHING POINT TP


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March 31, 2011: The Looney Tunes Show - Krypton Video

The Looney Tunes Show is an upcoming TV show (based on the original Looney Tunes characters and series from 1930-1969) which will premiere on Tuesday, May 3rd on Cartoon Network and on Boomerang. It is produced by Warner Bros. Animation.

Here is a preview clip of Bugs Bunny trying to tell Daffy Duck about his background and where he's from.



Historically, both Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck have been involved in Superman parodies before. Bugs Bunny was the Rabbit of Tomorrow in "Super-Rabbit" which aired on April 3, 1943. While Daffy donned the blue tights and cape in "Stupor Duck" from July 7, 1956.

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March 31, 2011: Panini Comics Presents Special Superman Comic in Brazil

Panini Comics, the publisher of DC Comics publications in Brazil has announced the up-coming release of "Superman #100", a Portuguese edition of original content seen in Superman: World of New Krypton #11-12, Action Comics #885 and Superman #696.

Approved by DC Comics, it features never-before-seen art by Eddy Barrows and Rod Reis.

Thanks to Fabio Alexandre Rocha Marques for the lead on this info.


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March 31, 2011: Superman: The Motion Picture Anthology

Superman, the cultural icon and quintessential superhero, is back in a big way. In a powerhouse year marked by the theatrical releases of several major superhero films including Warner Bros.' Green Lantern, his arrival couldn't be more perfectly timed. Warner Home Video (WHV) is celebrating the year of the superhero with the June 7 release of Superman: The Motion Picture Anthology (1978-2006) on Blu-ray. For the first time, fans will be able to own one super-entertaining Blu-ray collection with all four original theatrical Superman films starring Christopher Reeve (available for the first time in high def), Superman Returns, and the two alternate versions of Superman: The Movie and Superman II.

Available now in superb hi-def, with new digital/hi-def film masters, the must-own comprehensive Superman: The Motion Picture Anthology (1978-2006) on Blu-ray includes all six versions of the films in the original Superman theatrical franchise -- Superman: The Movie - Original Theatrical, Superman: The Movie - Expanded Edition, Superman II - Original Theatrical, Superman II - The Richard Donner Cut, Superman III - Original Theatrical, Superman IV - Original Theatrical, plus Superman Returns. The Collection also boasts 20 hours of bonus features including the never-before-seen original opening to Superman Returns. Also included are two documentaries in hi-def, Look, Up in the Sky! The Amazing Story of Superman and The Science of Superman, as well as You Will Believe: The Cinematic Saga of Superman, deleted scenes, and much more. Fan-boys and technophiles will especially appreciate that all of the Superman films are being released with English DTS-HD-MA soundtrack for superior sound quality. Also included is Movie Cash good up to $8 off one admission ticket to see the newest Warner Bros. superhero film, Green Lantern, at participating theaters between June 17, 2011 and July 3, 2011. The eight-disc collection will be available for US$129.95 SRP. Orders are due May 3, 2011.

Superman: The Motion Picture Anthology is also available On Demand and for download through online retailers including iTunes and Amazon on Demand.









You can pre-order the "The Superman Motion Picture Anthology" on Blu-Ray from Amazon.co.uk. We'll let you know as soon as the US release is available for pre-order.

Click "Read More" below to see a complete list of what is available on each disc.

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April 1, 2011: Superman Homepage Caption Contest

Welcome to the Superman Homepage Caption Contest! The rules are simple. Just click on the Comments link below to leave a caption for the following image.



Leave as many captions as you can think of, but keep it family friendly. Captions deemed to be outside our Caption Contest Guidelines will be deleted at our discretion.

In the end, there can be only one winner. The winner will be decided by Jeffrey Taylor, your Caption Contest compere.

The Caption Contest will be updated fortnightly. The winner will be announced when the next new Caption Contest is posted. While there's no physical prize, the winner will gain the praise and admiration of their fellow Superman fans.

Check out the Caption Contest Archives to see the list of runners-up.

Note: You need to be a member of the Superman Homepage to leave a comment, but it's free, so sign up and join the fun!

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April 1, 2011: Tom Welling Arrested for Indecent Exposure

The Vancouver Police Department issued a statement today revealing that "Smallville" star Tom Welling was arrested early this morning on charges of Indecent Exposure.

Around 3.30am, police received a report from the McDonald's security staff that a man was indecently exposing himself in the car-park at the Main Street restaurant in Vancouver.

Police located the man a short time later in the car-park and identified him as American actor Thomas John Patrick Welling of "Smallville" fame.

Indecent exposure is a Class B misdemeanor punishable by up to 180 days in jail and a fine up to $2,000. Welling was released on bail and is expected to confront the court later this month.

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April 1, 2011: Sarah Lancaster to Star in New Lois Lane TV Series

The CW today announced that Sarah Lancaster, best known for her roles of Rachel in "Saved by the Bell: The New Class" and Madison Kellner on "Everwood", has been cast as Lois Lane for a new TV series to spinoff from "Smallville".

Titled "Superman's Girlfriend: Lois Lane", the new TV series was pitched to The CW by "Smallville" co-creators Al Gough and Miles Miller, and is scheduled to premiere in September 2011.

"I'm extremely excited about this wonderful opportunity," explained Lancaster. "Lois Lane is such an iconic character, a role model for women throughout the years. I'm really looking forward to showing young women everywhere that Lois Lane is more than just Superman's girlfriend, she's a strong feminist in her own right. She doesn't need a man to define her."

And that's the kicker, Superman won't be in the series at all. He'll be alluded to, but never seen. This is Lois Lane's show. It's unknown at this point in time if we'll see Clark Kent, Jimmy Olsen or Perry White.

The role was offered to Erica Durance, but the "Smallville" actress turned down the role fearing she'd be typecast.

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April 1, 2011: Warner Bros. Reveals Superman Movie Costume Design

Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures have revealed the costume design for the new Superman movie to be directed by Zack Snyder.

Designed by "Spider-Man" film costume designer James Acheson, the new Superman costume strays from the traditional design seen in the comic books, but remains true to the image of Superman, while giving the Man of Steel a more modern and streamlined appearance.

Snyder stated, "We felt that Superman needed to step away from the old circus strong man, red underwear on the outside, flowing cape design that was looking very dated by today's superhero movie standard. The design James [Acheson] created will once again put Superman at the forefront of superheroes worldwide."

Charles Roven, Emma Thomas, Christopher Nolan and Deborah Snyder are the producers of the film. The screenplay is being written by David S. Goyer based on a story by Goyer and Nolan. Thomas Tull and Lloyd Phillips are serving as executive producers.

Slated for release in December 2012, the new Superman movie will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

Click "Read More" below to see more detailed images of the new costume.


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April 1, 2011: From Crisis to Crisis: A Superman Podcast

Welcome to the 89th episode of From Crisis to Crisis: A Superman Podcast! This podcast has a simple premise; examine just about every Superman comic published between Man of Steel #1 in 1986 to Adventures of Superman #649 in 2006 in an informative and hopefully entertaining format.

Part index. Part commentary. Part history lesson. All podcast.

Mike and Jeff are joined by Donovan Grant, Joshua Bertone and Jon Wilson of Amazing Spider-Man Classics to discuss more of the comics with a January 1992 cover date.

You can subscribe to the show in two ways. First there is the RSS Feed and there is also the iTunes link. You can also download the episode directly.

If you want to comment on the show or contact the hosts you can always private message Mike and Jeff, leave comments here or email them at fromcrisistocrisis@gmail.com. All questions, concerns, fears, trepidations and cheap shots are welcome.


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April 1, 2011: Superman Homepage April Fools Day Pranks

If you missed it, click "Read More" below to see the fake April Fools Day news reports we ran this morning, catching out a few unsuspecting fans. Click on the titles to see their comments and remarks.

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April 1, 2011: SuperTrivia Quiz

Welcome to the Superman Homepage SuperTrivia Quiz! This is a monthly competition, updated at the beginning of every month.

There are three trivia questions. They're based on anything Superman-related, whether it be in the Comics, TV shows, Cartoons, Movies, etc...

Can you answer all three questions correctly? Click here to find out!


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April 1, 2011: Zack Snyder Talks Superman

IGN.com spoke with Zack Snyder and asked him all about Superman.

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April 2, 2011: Snyder on the Reality of Superman Visual Effects

DigitalSpy.co.uk spoke with Zack Snyder about the visual effects necessary for a film like Superman.

Snyder said: "Let me just say one thing about Superman: he can't do anything that's not a visual effect. He can walk around and talk, but if he's going to do something physical, that's a visual effect, because he's Superman.

"I think in the past people have tried to figure out how to do that with strings and putting cars on hydraulics and having him stand under it, but we're really trying to work on a way of doing this that really makes that feel real."

He added: "[We're] trying to understand the actual physics of what would have to happen for those things to happen. It just brings reality to that whole concept of picking up a car or whatever. That's gotta be completely based on reality."

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April 3, 2011: Henry Cavill Talks Superman

MTV.com spoke with Henry Cavill at WonderCon in San Francisco yesterday, where he was promoting his new film "Immortals", and asked him how his Superman would differ from those who have come before him.

"That's tough to say; it's very early days yet," the 27-year-old actor acknowledged. "Superman is Superman, after all. There's only so much of a change you can make to that."

As Cavill, finally, diplomatically, put it, "It's going to be different, but not so different that it's unrecognizable." He then concluded with a laugh,"How's that for an answer?"

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Source: MTV.com.

While Cavill told Movieline.com that he's had some costume fittings for the Superman costume, although he's still fine-tuning his body shape.

The next step will be donning that iconic Superman costume, which is still being designed. "There have been some concept costume fittings," said Cavill. "I'm so excited - it's fantastic. Really, really fantastic. Sometimes... I mean, I'm sitting here talking to you about being Superman, for example. And then it dawns on me and I go, �Oh my God, I'm Superman!' It's really exciting and an incredible opportunity, so as soon as I'm jumping into the costume and stuff it starts to become real."

Source: Movieline.com.


Additionally, HitFix.com asked Henry Cavill about winning the role of Superman second try around.



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April 3, 2011: Superman Film Plot Details?

MovieNewz.com claims to have received details from a "source" outlining the synopsis for the up-coming Superman movie.

The claim is that Superman is seen as a threat by the military (lead by General Sam Lane), who are disturbed by his alien origins, his powers and his motives, and use remnants of his home world against him in the form of a Kryptonite powered super solider... Metallo.

Here is the alleged synopsis posted on MovieNewz.com...

In the pantheon of superheroes, Superman is the most recognized and revered character of all time. Clark Kent/Kal-El (Henry Cavill) is a young twenty-something journalist who feels alienated by powers beyond anyone's imagination. Transported to Earth years ago from Krypton, an advanced alien planet, Clark struggles with the ultimate question - Why am I here? Shaped by the values of his adoptive parents Martha (Diane Lane) and Jonathan Kent (Kevin Costner), Clark soon discovers that having super abilities means making very difficult decisions. But when the world needs stability the most, it comes under attack. Will his abilities be used to maintain peace or ultimately used to divide and conquer? Clark must become the hero known as "Superman," not only to shine as the world's last beacon of hope but to protect the ones he loves.

True or false? Time will tell. But for now we present it to you as just another rumor doing the rounds.

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March 29, 2011: Robinov Confirms Justice League Movie

The LA Times website has published a second article about Jeff Robinov, the president of the Warner Bros. motion picture group, confirming that a Justice League movie is indeed in the pipeline.

Robinov said a new Justice League script is in the works. Also being written for Warner are scripts featuring the Flash and Wonder Woman, who could be spun off into their own movies after Justice League. Though Wonder Woman is also in the works as a television pilot for NBC produced by Warner, Robinov dismissed that as a sticking point. "Wonder Woman could be a film as well, the same way that 'Superman Returns' came out while 'Smallville' was on," he said, referring to the 2006 film that put Brandon Routh in the cape�and the television show starring Tom Welling that is now in its 10th and final season.

Robinov knows that the most bankable part of his superhero empire has been Nolan and his Gotham City films - the studio�has yet to�deliver a 21st century superhero blockbuster hit without Nolan in the director's seat. Batman will continue to be a centerpiece property�beyond�next year's "The Dark Knight Rises" and Nolan's departure from the franchise. "We have the third Batman, but then we'll have to reinvent Batman... Chris Nolan and [producing partner and wife] Emma Thomas will be producing it, so it will be a conversation with them about what the next phase is."

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March 29, 2011: Military Hardware Needed for Superman Movie

The Toronto Sun reports that Canada has missed out on hosting the production of the new Superman movie due to a lack of military hardware being available.

Superman: Man of Steel will be filmed in the Chicago area instead of Alberta, Lindsay Blackett, the province's minister of culture and community spirit confirmed Monday.

"It was us or them," he said of the film that was one of two feature films worth $100 million and $200 million that had looked to land in Alberta.

"From what I understand (the production) needed aircraft carriers and the Canadian military doesn't have those.

"They needed attack helicopters and things like that and we just don't have them and the U.S. was willing to give them whatever they wanted."

Source: TorontoSun.com.


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March 30, 2011: Superman in the Bronze Age Podcast - Episode 17

"Superman in the Bronze Age" is a weekly podcast hosted by Charlie Niemeyer, covering Superman's adventures from Action Comics #393 in 1970 to Action Comics #583 in 1986.

Welcome to Episode 17 of Superman in the Bronze Age. In this week's episode, we learn whether or not there must be a Superman, Clark gets some time to shine, Superman can't save an astronaut and the mystery of Super-X! Plus, listener feedback and we see what else DC was selling this month. All in less that 1 hour. Woot! Also, I'd like to apologize for the quality of the episode. I was not recording in the best of conditions.

"Superman in the Bronze Age" is a proud member of the Superman Podcast Network. You may also subscribe to the podcast through iTunes or the RSS Feed.


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