Neil Gaiman's Anansi Boys becomes Amazon series
Six episode series will film in Scotland later this year
"Anansi Boys" is a Neil Gaiman is a book spin-off of his "American Gods" novel. While this will not be a spin-off of the Starz adaptation of "American Gods" so it's not expected to see Orlando Jones reprise his role as the character or not. Anansi Boys is about Charlie Nancy, who learns that his recently deceased father is none other than Anansi. On top of that, he has a brother he never knew about who's entering his life and making it more dangerous. Orlando Jones portrayed the character of Mr. Nancy for two seasons before being fired ahead of season 3 because American Gods latest showrunner Chic Elgee felt the Mr. Nancy's " Get sh_t done" was the wrong message for Black America. Jones states in a video message to fans "Don't let these motherf–ers tell you they love Mr. Nancy. They don't," He goes into greater detail in a EW interview that can be seen in the link below.
Orlando Jones interview with EW on firing from American Gods:: American Gods' Orlando Jones on firing, behind-the-scenes tension | EW.com
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"Mr. Nancy" portrayed by Orlando Jones
Black Panther sequal adds Michaela Coel
" Chewing Gum" and "I May Destroy You " star joins cast of Wakanda Forever
In a ever growing cast Michaela Coel creator of HBO's " I May Destroy You" has joined the cast of the Black Panther sequel " Wakanda Forever" Coel has several impressive four Primetime Emmy nominations including nods for Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series as well as Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie. Coel is joining a already stacked cast that includes Lupita Nyong’o, Danai Gurira, Letitia Wright, Winston Duke, Martin Freeman, and Angela Bassett. Although Coel's role is being kept under wraps, there hasn't been a lot on the details on what the film will be about and with the addition of Coel, it's speculated that her role may be the role of Madame Slay. A character from the Black Panther comics who was a lover and ally to Erik Killmonger who could command leopards.
Related Reading: https://www.amazon.com/Black-Panther-Epic-Collection-Panthers/dp/1302901907/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Jungle+Action+Vol+2+18&qid=1626917849&sr=8-1
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"Chewing Gum" and "I May Destroy You" star Michaela Coel
DC Comics loses Aquaman artist
DC artist who worked on notable titles such as Aquaman and Birds of Prey passes away..
Acclaimed artist Robson Rocha has passed away.
Rocha's claim to fame was his work in Aquaman but is also recognized in his work in Birds of Prey, Green Lanterns, Batman/Superman and Earth 2: World's End.
It was announced two weeks ago by fellow artist Fabi Marques that Rocha had been hospitalized due to Covid-19 and had been in severe need of blood donations
Robson Rocha was born in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil,
Rocha signed an exclusive deal with DC in 2016. "I've been a fan of comic books since I was a child," he said at the time. "To have the opportunity to work with the DC characters I admire and love so much is a dream come true. These heroes have helped me believe in a better and much more fantastic world. I hope that my contributions to these characters will help to inspire others."
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Robson Rocha
Review: Heroes Reborn and Heroes Return (Limited series)
A great story that is short lived and leave you wanting more.
Every since the Squadron Supreme had been introduced to Marvel Comics canon by Roy Thomas (writer) John Buscema (artist) back in 1971. There has always managed to be a really good story involving the team.. Considered to be the Marvel counterpart to DC Comics Justice League it's members Hyperion (Superman), NightHawk (Batman), Princess Zarda or Power Princess (Wonder Woman), Doctor Spectrum (Green Lantern) and The Whizzer or The Blur depends on which incarnation was based on The Flash. They also had other notable members that were obviously takes on DC characters. In this latest incarnation during Marvel's other big events (The King in Black, Enter the Phoenix) We are treated to seeing Phil Coulson making a deal. A deal with Mephisto. When Coulson was last seen in the event of Secret Empire where he was taken out by a Captain America that was actually a sleeper Hydra agent. Later brought back to life by Mephisto. This made Coulson a cynic to the heroes he once looked up to and by orders of Gen. "Thunderbolt" Ross began to build the a government ran Squadron Supreme. Coulson sold his soul to Mephisto and wanted a world where the Avengers never existed. Imagine a world where Captain America never left the ice or Tony Stark never created his armor in a cave. In this new world the only one who knows something isn't right and remembers the world as it should be is Blade. The world seems to worship Mephisto and none of the Squadron seems affected, at first. As Blade makes his way around the world to "wake up" the Avengers the world has wiped from their memories. The first is Thor. Who he finds in a bar drunk out of his mind and thinks Blade as a fool. Yet, once Blade leaves Thor's powers and memories begin to return. When Blade makes his way to Antarctica where Captain America's body is frozen in ice, it takes Cap to truly wake up and realize what has happened. Once all the Avengers have their memories restored Coulson (Who is the President of the USA) as punishment for his failure is trapped in the Pandemonium Cube. At the end of the story it is revealed by Mephisto that this is just a demonstration to the Council of Red. A collection of Mephistos from different realities. Stating that what could be done if they were all a part of a bigger scheme in his plan. I will say that every time the Squadron Supreme is introduced into the Marvel storyline or even stand alone stories such as Supreme Power written by Babylon 5's J. Michael Straczynski. It's always a treat of a story that's being told. You can pick up Heroes Reborn/ Heroes Return which is a multi-part limited series in your local comic retailer.
Recommended reading: Supreme Power Vol. 1: Contact: J. Michael Straczynski: 9780785112242: Amazon.com: Books
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Heroes Reborn #1 and Heroes Return #1
Loki episode 5: "Journey into Mystery"
Spoilers ahead and Easter eggs if you haven't seen this mysterious journey into the void!!
If the the Marvel/ Disney+ series has taught us anything, it's taught us how one deals with grief, loss and learning to move on (WandaVision), the effects of PTSD, racial issues, immigration, and how much trust to place or not place into the government (The Falcon and The Winter Soldier). Loki is certainly teaching us how to deal with acceptance of ourselves, loving ourselves and most of learning how to change in spite of it all. Tom Hiddleston's performance as the titular character is nothing short of amazing. Why in episode 1 ( Glorious Purpose) we see just how emotional Loki has become when he not only sees his entire timeline play in front of him, but also that despite how cruel and backstabbing he was to Thor and Odin , they still loved him. Even though he never crossed his mother, she loved him unconditionally and yet, he managed to have her killed by his indirect actions. (heartbreaking to see his face when he seen he was at fault). Now we fast forward to episode 5 " Journey into Mystery" which the first of Easter eggs in this series ( Journey into Mystery issue #85 was the first appearance of Loki wearing his classic suit, expertly worn by Richard E. Grant in this series!!) This episode opens up on the TVA, closes in on the golden elevators which leads to the throne room of the Timekeepers (or robotic versions of them) One thing that I've noticed is the lit up symbol behind the Timekeepers. It looks very similar to a rune that was in WandaVision. The same Rune that doesn't allow a person to use their magic. Could this be something else? The next scene shows The Void where the Lokis are. Off to the side we see the destroyed Avengers Tower that says "Queng" instead of Stark or the "A" for Avengers. Prime Loki (Hiddleston) is visibly upset and trying to get answers out of Kid Loki, Classic Loki, Boastful Loki and GatorLoki (yes, you read that right) When Kid Loki produces a golden sword and tells Prime Loki to shut up before they are found and eaten by Alioth. A purple gaseous cloud that eats energy and matter that is in The Void. In the background of this scene, a ship that is very familiar that looks like it crashed. It's the Hydra Parasit ( Red Skull's escape plan from Captain America: the first Avenger.) In the landscape background we are treated to several Easter eggs. An enlarged YellowJacket helmet What could be the statue head of The Living Tribunal (referenced in Dr. Strange and was probably pruned due to his being a threat to Kang), The Thanos-Copter! Yes, it was the only way to fly!! The Loki Gang makes their way to their underground bunker, we are treated to a buried Mjolnir and a frog in a bottle dressed as Thor (Throg #364 Thor ) trapped in a jar desperately trying to reach Mjolnir. Once inside the bunker, The Loki gang explain each of their timelines. Looking at the background of their converted game room, we get Kid Loki drinking an Hi-C Ecto Cooler, Discontinued wine and a video game called Polybius. It is a urban legend that was said to cause psychoactive properties to the person that played. (true story). Classic Loki (Grant) reveals that his time line is similar to Prime Loki's only instead of Thanos snapping his neck, Classic Loki created an illusion of himself so real that the The Mad Titan himself couldn't tell the difference. This could possibly allow Classic Loki to return to his timeline and possibly change his outcome. Classic Loki goes on to say that after floating around in space for awhile he found an isolated planet and stayed there for awhile and became lonely. He missed his brother. Once he began to leave the planet to find Thor, the TVA plucked him from his timeline. After coming up with the idea to kill Alioth, the other Lokis laugh at him and he decides to leave. Upon climbing the ladder out of the bunker, he crosse path with President Loki and his band of post-apocolyptic Lokis (four issue series in June 2016-to August 2016). It turns out that Boastful Loki ( DeObia Opare) betrayed the crew with the promise of being "King Loki". Apparently no matter what timeline a Loki is from, they just can't be trusted and it seems Prime Loki has come to the point of figuring that out. Without giving too much more of the episode away. I will say that the show is beautifully written and the score is just as amazing! As stated earlier, this show seems to be a teaching moment for Loki. The past three Marvel shows have been not only character studies, but studies on the human (or Asgardian) psyche. Loki has turned out to be a story of reflection on so many levels and it starts from the first episode. Tune in next week for the final episode of Loki and tune in to the Blerd's Eyeview facebook page and Youtube page on our new night and time. Tuesday, July 20 at 8pm eastern as we breakdown the entire series of Loki! Until then leave your comments!
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President Loki Variant ( Tom Hiddleston)
A journey of possibilities in What If? Trailer!!
Jefferey Wright is the voice of Uatu the watcher in the new Marvel series!!
What If? was a long running and popular series at Marvel where there were infinite possibilities and twist to the characters we know today. For instance, Imagine Aunt May as a herald of Galactus or What if The Punisher joined S.H.I.E.L.D? Maybe you would like to hear the story how John Jameson became The Amazing Spider-Man instead of Peter Parker? Or what if Wolverine had killed The Hulk? Got your attention? Good!! Marvel and Disney+ will be bringing stories like these to the streaming service and no worries. Some of the MCU's famous counterparts will be back to lend their voicing talents to take you along the ride!! Even a story where T'challa is found by Yondu and he becomes a Ravager instead of Peter Quill. T'challa will be voiced by none other than the late Chadwick Boseman in his final performance. ( get your tissues ready!) What stories are you hoping to see in the upcoming series? What If? will air exclusively on the Disney+ streaming app. A link to see the trailer of What If? is below:
What If? trailer:
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