Attention Comic Con fans and attendees:
Below please find a preliminary run-down of G4’s coverage at Comic-Con this year as well as information on all the events our talent will be participating in. Included in this run-down is information on G4’s talent who are available for interviews before, during and/or after the event to get their take on the latest and greatest from this highly-anticipated event. Please let us know if you are interested in interviewing anyone and we will see if we can work that in to their schedules. In addition, feel free to reach out for any additional information on G4’s programming or involvement at this year’s Comic-Con. A formal press release with more details will be sent out closer to the date.
In attendance will be:
Olivia Munn, “Attack of the Show” Co-Host
Kevin Pereira, “Attack of the Show” Co-Host
Alison Haislip, “Attack of the Show” Correspondent
Blair Butler, “Fresh Ink” Host and “Attack of the Show” Contributor
Morgan Webb, “X-Play” Co-Host
Adam Sessler, Editor in Chief Games Content and “X-Play” Co-Host
Blair Herter, “X-Play” and “Attack of the Show” Correspondent
Kristin Adams, “X-Play” and “Attack of the Show” Correspondent
Chris Gore, “Attack of the Show” Film Expert
Chris Hardwick, “Web Soup” host and “Attack of the Show” Contributor
G4’s Comic-Con coverage includes:
“Comic Con ’10 Live” – Four Hours of Live Coverage
Saturday, July 24, 3-7PM ET/PT, only on G4
Hosts Kevin Pereira and Olivia Munn will be joined by comic book maven Blair Butler, correspondents Alison Haislip, Blair Herter and others, to deliver some of the most exciting news from the convention.
For a sneak peek at the Comic-Con floor from the preview night, be sure to check out Alison Haislip on “Attack of the Show” Thursday, July 22 at 7PM ET/PT. “AOTS” will give viewers inside scoop on all the latest major announcements and development deals among comic book publishers, movie studios, TV networks and video game developers.
Additionally, G4 is offering comprehensive coverage via its website at http://g4tv.com/comiccon, where it will feature web-exclusive video interviews, the latest movie and TV trailers in HD, photo galleries and cosplay coverage from the show, live-blogs from all the biggest panels including both the Attack of the Show and X-Play panels, game previews and coverage and all the latest news. Comic-Con content will also be available as a Podcast on the "Attack of the Show" feed and on the new G4 iPhone app at http://g4tv.com/app.
G4’s on-site events for Comic-Con attendees include:
Thursday, July 22
12:00-1:00PM – X-Play LIVE: A Show on Television – X-Play’s Official Comic-Con PANEL
ROOM 5AB
Through 12 years, 3 name changes and over 1,000 episodes X-Play has persevered as the most watched videogame show on television. Each episode is packed with brutally honest reviews, previews, hands on demos, and the occasional off-hand reference to early David Cronenberg movies.
Join hosts Adam Sessler and Morgan Webb with correspondents Blair Herter, Kristin Adams, Abbie Heppe and the X-Play crew as they take questions from the audience, reveal world exclusive behind-the-scenes stories, and mock whoever dares ask about the infamous “Crisis Core” review. You’ll find out what it really feels like when you win a Telly, how deep cable is a life changing experience, and why having a career playing videogames can actually be as fun as it sounds.
*In Booth Signings:
Blair Herter 10 am – 11:30 am
Morgan Webb 2 pm – 3:30 pm
Adam Sessler 4 pm – 5:30 pm
Kristin Adams 6 pm – 7 pm
Friday, July 23
3-5 PM PT - G4 Cast Autograph signing
Autograph Area 2
Fans attending Comic-Con are invited to meet Kevin Pereira, Olivia Munn, Alison Haislip and comic book expert Blair Butler who will be signing autographs in Autograph Alley.
*In Booth Signings:
Kevin Pereira 10:30 am – 12 pm
Olivia Munn 12:30 pm – 2 pm
Chris Hardwick 2:30 pm – 4 pm
Alison Haislip 5:30 pm – 7 pm
Saturday, July 24
“Comic Con ’10 Live” – Four Hours of Live Coverage
Saturday, July 24, 3-7PM ET/PT, only on G4
Hosts Kevin Pereira and Olivia Munn will be joined by comic book maven Blair Butler, correspondents Alison Haislip, Blair Herter and others, to deliver some of the most exciting news from the convention.
5-6 PM - “Attack of the Show!” Attacks Comic-Con – AOTS’ Official Comic-Con PANEL
Indigo Ballroom, Hilton Bayfront Hotel
Fans are invited to join Kevin Pereira, Olivia Munn, Alison Haislip, Blair Butler and “AOTS” producers as they bring attendees the closest thing to being on a LIVE “Attack of the Show,” an interactive Comic-Con panel. Fans will see the world premiere music video, “I’m Awesomer Than You”, written by Parry Gripp for “Attack of the Show”, starring Kevin & Olivia. Fans will also get a chance to grill the hosts & Executive Producers of the show and find out the dirty secrets and television tricks behind favorite “Attack of the Show” stunts such as Kevin and Olivia chopping and eating animal intestines, the 420 “Marijuana” Special, and the failed Guinness World Record attempt of a skywritten ASCII penis.
*In Booth Signings:
Blair Butler 10:30 am – 12 pm
Sunday, July 26
12:00 - 3:30PM
In-booth Trivia Challenge hosted by “X-Play” Special Correspondent Blair Herter and G4’s Movie Expert Chris Gore with prizes provided by G4
*In Booth Signings:
Angie Greenup 10 am – 11:30 am
Chris Gore 3:30 pm – 5 pm
* All booth signings are on a first come first serve basis with wristbands being given out at the G4 Booth the day of the signing when the convention floor opens.
Friday, July 09, 2010
THE SHOWTIME® ANTI-HEROES TO HEADLINE OPENING DAY OF COMIC-CON 2010
Panel Sessions For Dexter® And The Anti- Heroes Of Showtime Featuring Michael C. Hall, David Duchovny And Mary- Louise Parker To Kick Off This Year’s Comic-Con On Thursday, July 22 in San Diego
LOS ANGELES, CA July 7, 2010 – SHOWTIME has announced its panel line-up for the 2010 Comic-Con which will feature stars from some of the network’s biggest original series. This year’s panels will include the Emmy®-nominated series DEXTER, as well as a special SHOWTIME Anti-Hero panel featuring Dexter’s Michael C. Hall, Californication’s David Duchovny and Weeds’ Mary-Louise Parker. Both panels will be presented on the first day of the world-famous gathering in San Diego on Thursday, July 22. Additionally, the panels will feature producers and writers from Dexter, Weeds, Californication and NURSE JACKIE. The panel schedule and descriptions are as follows:
THE ANTI-HEROES OF SHOWTIME – Thursday, July, 22 from 4:45 PM - 5:45 PM in Ballroom 20
The 21st century anti-hero has become one of the driving forces in recent pop culture and when it comes to the television anti-heroes, SHOWTIME has the winning formula, with subversive characters that connect with the viewing audience. Hear first hand from some of the showrunners, creators and actors who have helped define this phenomenon. Los Angeles Times Pop Culture writer Geoff Boucher will moderate this panel you won't want to miss. Featured panelists will include Michael C. Hall and new showrunner Chip Johannessen of DEXTER, David Duchovny and Executive Producer and creator Tom Kapinos of Californication, Mary-Louise Parker and Executive Producer and creator Jenji Kohan of Weeds, along with Linda Wallem, Executive Producer, writer and one of the creators of NURSE JACKIE.
DEXTER – SEASON 5- Thursday, July 22 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM in Ballroom 20
What’s next for America’s favorite serial killer? Moderator Ralph Garman from KROQ’s The Kevin & Bean Morning Show presides over a revealing interview and Q&A session with the stars and executive producers of Dexter that will include an exclusive first-look trailer of the highly anticipated season five premiere. Featured panelists include series star/Executive Producer Michael C. Hall (Dexter), Jennifer Carpenter (Deb), Desmond Harrington (Quinn) and Executive Producers John Goldwyn, Sara Colleton, Chip Johannessen (24) and Manny Coto (Star Trek: Enterprise). The fifth season of DEXTER premieres September 26, at 9 p.m. ET/PT only on SHOWTIME.
The SHOWTIME anti-hero messaging will be prominently featured throughout Comic-Con with high-impact advertising both outdoor and within the convention center. The official lanyards for the over 130,000 attendees at Comic-Con will be branded by SHOWTIME, and in a media company first, every shuttle bus at Comic-Con will be branded with the SHOWTIME anti-hero creative.
All weekend long, fans can satisfy their obsession with America’s favorite serial killer by heading over to the SHOWTIME booth (#4129) for Dexter giveaways and signings. In addition, licensed merchandise for the series can be found at the Entertainment Earth and Biff Bang Pow booth (#2343).
The network will also launch an interactive game exclusively for Comic-Con titled "Dexter Game On," where players will step into Dexter’s mind and unlock content from season five. Additional details for the interactive promotion will be released in the upcoming weeks. Devoted fans of the series know that all of Dexter's victims are marked with a small incision on their right cheek, and at Comic-Con, those fans can show their love for the series by sporting a DEXTER "cheek slash" tattoo. SHOWTIME will distribute over 100,000 lick-'n-stick tattoos throughout all four days of Comic-Con. Fans are encouraged to take pictures of themselves at various locations around the convention and upload them to the "Dexter Game On" site. As they play throughout the weekend, gamers have the chance to unlock exclusive content and pick up DEXTER- themed merchandise including season four DVDs. SHO.com will launch a dedicated Comic-Con microsite that will bring the convention experience to the fans who are not able to attend. The site will host the highly anticipated season five Dexter trailer and content from the Anti-Hero panel, to be showcased immediately after the Comic-Con panels.
Showtime Networks Inc. (SNI), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CBS Corporation, owns and operates the premium television networks SHOWTIME®, THE MOVIE CHANNEL™ and FLIX®, as well as the multiplex channels SHOWTIME 2™, SHOWTIME® SHOWCASE, SHOWTIME EXTREME®, SHOWTIME BEYOND®, SHOWTIME NEXT®, SHOWTIME WOMEN®, SHOWTIME FAMILYZONE® and THE MOVIE CHANNEL™ XTRA. SNI also offers SHOWTIME HD™, SHOWTIME 2 HD™, THE MOVIE CHANNEL HD™, SHOWTIME ON DEMAND® and THE MOVIE CHANNEL ON DEMAND™ and FLIX ON DEMAND®. SNI also manages Smithsonian Networks™, a joint venture between SNI and the Smithsonian Institution. All SNI feeds provide enhanced sound using Dolby Digital 5.1. SNI markets and distributes sports and entertainment events for exhibition to subscribers on a pay-per-view basis through SHOWTIME PPV®.
Panel Sessions For Dexter® And The Anti- Heroes Of Showtime Featuring Michael C. Hall, David Duchovny And Mary- Louise Parker To Kick Off This Year’s Comic-Con On Thursday, July 22 in San Diego
LOS ANGELES, CA July 7, 2010 – SHOWTIME has announced its panel line-up for the 2010 Comic-Con which will feature stars from some of the network’s biggest original series. This year’s panels will include the Emmy®-nominated series DEXTER, as well as a special SHOWTIME Anti-Hero panel featuring Dexter’s Michael C. Hall, Californication’s David Duchovny and Weeds’ Mary-Louise Parker. Both panels will be presented on the first day of the world-famous gathering in San Diego on Thursday, July 22. Additionally, the panels will feature producers and writers from Dexter, Weeds, Californication and NURSE JACKIE. The panel schedule and descriptions are as follows:
THE ANTI-HEROES OF SHOWTIME – Thursday, July, 22 from 4:45 PM - 5:45 PM in Ballroom 20
The 21st century anti-hero has become one of the driving forces in recent pop culture and when it comes to the television anti-heroes, SHOWTIME has the winning formula, with subversive characters that connect with the viewing audience. Hear first hand from some of the showrunners, creators and actors who have helped define this phenomenon. Los Angeles Times Pop Culture writer Geoff Boucher will moderate this panel you won't want to miss. Featured panelists will include Michael C. Hall and new showrunner Chip Johannessen of DEXTER, David Duchovny and Executive Producer and creator Tom Kapinos of Californication, Mary-Louise Parker and Executive Producer and creator Jenji Kohan of Weeds, along with Linda Wallem, Executive Producer, writer and one of the creators of NURSE JACKIE.
DEXTER – SEASON 5- Thursday, July 22 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM in Ballroom 20
What’s next for America’s favorite serial killer? Moderator Ralph Garman from KROQ’s The Kevin & Bean Morning Show presides over a revealing interview and Q&A session with the stars and executive producers of Dexter that will include an exclusive first-look trailer of the highly anticipated season five premiere. Featured panelists include series star/Executive Producer Michael C. Hall (Dexter), Jennifer Carpenter (Deb), Desmond Harrington (Quinn) and Executive Producers John Goldwyn, Sara Colleton, Chip Johannessen (24) and Manny Coto (Star Trek: Enterprise). The fifth season of DEXTER premieres September 26, at 9 p.m. ET/PT only on SHOWTIME.
The SHOWTIME anti-hero messaging will be prominently featured throughout Comic-Con with high-impact advertising both outdoor and within the convention center. The official lanyards for the over 130,000 attendees at Comic-Con will be branded by SHOWTIME, and in a media company first, every shuttle bus at Comic-Con will be branded with the SHOWTIME anti-hero creative.
All weekend long, fans can satisfy their obsession with America’s favorite serial killer by heading over to the SHOWTIME booth (#4129) for Dexter giveaways and signings. In addition, licensed merchandise for the series can be found at the Entertainment Earth and Biff Bang Pow booth (#2343).
The network will also launch an interactive game exclusively for Comic-Con titled "Dexter Game On," where players will step into Dexter’s mind and unlock content from season five. Additional details for the interactive promotion will be released in the upcoming weeks. Devoted fans of the series know that all of Dexter's victims are marked with a small incision on their right cheek, and at Comic-Con, those fans can show their love for the series by sporting a DEXTER "cheek slash" tattoo. SHOWTIME will distribute over 100,000 lick-'n-stick tattoos throughout all four days of Comic-Con. Fans are encouraged to take pictures of themselves at various locations around the convention and upload them to the "Dexter Game On" site. As they play throughout the weekend, gamers have the chance to unlock exclusive content and pick up DEXTER- themed merchandise including season four DVDs. SHO.com will launch a dedicated Comic-Con microsite that will bring the convention experience to the fans who are not able to attend. The site will host the highly anticipated season five Dexter trailer and content from the Anti-Hero panel, to be showcased immediately after the Comic-Con panels.
Showtime Networks Inc. (SNI), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CBS Corporation, owns and operates the premium television networks SHOWTIME®, THE MOVIE CHANNEL™ and FLIX®, as well as the multiplex channels SHOWTIME 2™, SHOWTIME® SHOWCASE, SHOWTIME EXTREME®, SHOWTIME BEYOND®, SHOWTIME NEXT®, SHOWTIME WOMEN®, SHOWTIME FAMILYZONE® and THE MOVIE CHANNEL™ XTRA. SNI also offers SHOWTIME HD™, SHOWTIME 2 HD™, THE MOVIE CHANNEL HD™, SHOWTIME ON DEMAND® and THE MOVIE CHANNEL ON DEMAND™ and FLIX ON DEMAND®. SNI also manages Smithsonian Networks™, a joint venture between SNI and the Smithsonian Institution. All SNI feeds provide enhanced sound using Dolby Digital 5.1. SNI markets and distributes sports and entertainment events for exhibition to subscribers on a pay-per-view basis through SHOWTIME PPV®.
SEVERIN FILMS TIGHTENS LOOSE SCREWS
Classic Sex-Romp Sequel Restored to Pristine Condition from Original Negative for DVD and Blu-Ray Debut
Features Director’s Cut and Uncensored International Version
LOS ANGELES (July 9, 2010) – Severin Films' release of Screwballs was one of the DVD events of 2009; a proud restoration of a lost classic to its rightful place just beneath Porky's in the pantheon of 80s teen sex comedies. But just when viewer's temperatures had finally dropped back within a medically acceptable range, Severin Films has plunged into the Corman vaults once more for Screwballs' ante-upping, button-busting follow-up. LOOSE SCREWS will available on DVD and Blu-Ray at discriminating retailers nationwide July 27.
In the grand, gross and gleeful tradition of Screwballs, LOOSE SCREWS is the archetypal 80s pubescent romp. Director Rafal Zielinski serves a heady mélange of laughs and licentiousness as we follow the horny high jinks of four young men banished to Cockswell Academy, a summer school created for teenagerdom's worst repeat offenders. To pass the time, the boys begin to play a game where points are scored by scoring with Cockswell's smorgasbord of comely teenage vixens. The ultimate prize - Ms. Mona Lott, Cockswell's pneumatic new French instructor. The only force standing in their way is the diabolical Principal Arsenault, who has designs of his own upon the preternaturally enervating Ms. Lott.
Severin CEO Carl Daft is particularly proud of Severin's restoration of LOOSE SCREWS, calling it "the best looking film we've ever released. Every frame of this uproarious film -- along with its cornucopia of feminine unmentionables -- has been restored in all its lusty, lustrous, lascivious glory thanks to Severin's unearthing of a long-thought-lost 35mm negative from deep within an abandoned vault beneath Interstate 5."
Severin has angered its DVD author once again by pushing the LOOSE SCREWS disc to new heights of storage capacity with an overabundance of extras. A rip-roaring commentary with director/80s teen sex maestro Rafal Zielinski is perfectly complemented by interviews with producer Ken Gord and legendary Canuxploitationer Maurice Smith. And as a digestive for the legions of SCREWS completists, Severin is also including the ultra-rare international version of LOOSE SCREWS in its entirety. The international cut -- containing 10 minutes of extra footage -- was sourced from the last known VHS European copy of LOOSE SCREWS in existence. It is presented in authentic VHS-Vision!
All in all, LOOSE SCREWS stands as a pitch perfect time capsule of its halcyon age. As opposed to Screwballs (a period piece), LOOSE SCREWS captures the crimped looks and incandescent sounds of 1985 with unabashed gusto. Soon-to-be household name Demi Moore even gets into the act, co-writing one of LOOSE SCREWS' more unforgettable songs, the finger-snapping "Changing" (co-written with first husband Freddy Moore of the Nu Kats.)
"If my comprehensive knowledge of film history tells me one thing, it's that it is beyond Sisyphean to duplicate a runaway success" says Severin CEO Carl Daft. "Too many sequels to count have been found mowed down on celluloid’s Omaha Beach, never to be heard from again. That's why we at Severin count ourselves extraordinarily fortunate to possess the rights to one of cinema's few sequels that actually outdo its forbear. It's undeniable; LOOSE SCREWS delivers the goods, runs back to the store, refills all available cubic space, drives to your home once more, and surprises you with a glorious dessert."
Classic Sex-Romp Sequel Restored to Pristine Condition from Original Negative for DVD and Blu-Ray Debut
Features Director’s Cut and Uncensored International Version
LOS ANGELES (July 9, 2010) – Severin Films' release of Screwballs was one of the DVD events of 2009; a proud restoration of a lost classic to its rightful place just beneath Porky's in the pantheon of 80s teen sex comedies. But just when viewer's temperatures had finally dropped back within a medically acceptable range, Severin Films has plunged into the Corman vaults once more for Screwballs' ante-upping, button-busting follow-up. LOOSE SCREWS will available on DVD and Blu-Ray at discriminating retailers nationwide July 27.
In the grand, gross and gleeful tradition of Screwballs, LOOSE SCREWS is the archetypal 80s pubescent romp. Director Rafal Zielinski serves a heady mélange of laughs and licentiousness as we follow the horny high jinks of four young men banished to Cockswell Academy, a summer school created for teenagerdom's worst repeat offenders. To pass the time, the boys begin to play a game where points are scored by scoring with Cockswell's smorgasbord of comely teenage vixens. The ultimate prize - Ms. Mona Lott, Cockswell's pneumatic new French instructor. The only force standing in their way is the diabolical Principal Arsenault, who has designs of his own upon the preternaturally enervating Ms. Lott.
Severin CEO Carl Daft is particularly proud of Severin's restoration of LOOSE SCREWS, calling it "the best looking film we've ever released. Every frame of this uproarious film -- along with its cornucopia of feminine unmentionables -- has been restored in all its lusty, lustrous, lascivious glory thanks to Severin's unearthing of a long-thought-lost 35mm negative from deep within an abandoned vault beneath Interstate 5."
Severin has angered its DVD author once again by pushing the LOOSE SCREWS disc to new heights of storage capacity with an overabundance of extras. A rip-roaring commentary with director/80s teen sex maestro Rafal Zielinski is perfectly complemented by interviews with producer Ken Gord and legendary Canuxploitationer Maurice Smith. And as a digestive for the legions of SCREWS completists, Severin is also including the ultra-rare international version of LOOSE SCREWS in its entirety. The international cut -- containing 10 minutes of extra footage -- was sourced from the last known VHS European copy of LOOSE SCREWS in existence. It is presented in authentic VHS-Vision!
All in all, LOOSE SCREWS stands as a pitch perfect time capsule of its halcyon age. As opposed to Screwballs (a period piece), LOOSE SCREWS captures the crimped looks and incandescent sounds of 1985 with unabashed gusto. Soon-to-be household name Demi Moore even gets into the act, co-writing one of LOOSE SCREWS' more unforgettable songs, the finger-snapping "Changing" (co-written with first husband Freddy Moore of the Nu Kats.)
"If my comprehensive knowledge of film history tells me one thing, it's that it is beyond Sisyphean to duplicate a runaway success" says Severin CEO Carl Daft. "Too many sequels to count have been found mowed down on celluloid’s Omaha Beach, never to be heard from again. That's why we at Severin count ourselves extraordinarily fortunate to possess the rights to one of cinema's few sequels that actually outdo its forbear. It's undeniable; LOOSE SCREWS delivers the goods, runs back to the store, refills all available cubic space, drives to your home once more, and surprises you with a glorious dessert."
FRANK DARABONT, GALE ANNE HURD, ROBERT KIRKMAN AND THE CAST OF AMC’S SERIES “THE WALKING DEAD”
DESCEND ON COMIC CON 2010
“The Walking Dead” Exclusive Sneak Preview and Panel Event Takes Place
Friday, July 23rd at 11:30am, Room 6BCF
Get “Zombified” in AMC’s “The Walking Dead” Booth 3721
Plus Limited Edition Giveaways
Autograph Session with Panelists
Highly Anticipated Series Premieres in October during AMC Fearfest
NEW YORK, NY – July 9, 2010 – The stars and producers of AMC’s highly-anticipated series “The Walking Dead,” based on the comic book written by Robert Kirkman and published by Image Comics, will descend on Comic Con 2010 for a panel event and exclusive sneak preview of the original drama. “The Walking Dead” panel, scheduled for Friday, July 23 at 11:30am in room 6BCF, will feature series stars Andrew Lincoln (Love Actually), Jon Bernthal (“The Pacific”), Sarah Wayne Callies (“Prison Break”), Laurie Holden (The Mist), and Emma Bell (“Law & Order”). Joining the cast are writer, director, executive producer and three-time Academy Award nominee Frank Darabont (The Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile); executive producers Kirkman and Gale Anne Hurd (The Terminator, Aliens, Armageddon), make-up artist Greg Nicotero (George Romero’s Land of the Dead, The Mist); and Joel Stillerman, AMC's SVP of original programming, production and digital content. “The Walking Dead” will premiere this October during AMC Fearfest, the network's annual blockbuster marathon of thriller and horror films.
During the hour-long event, moderator Eric Moro of IGN.com will lead panelists in a discussion about their experience shooting the series in Atlanta, and the process of bringing Kirkman’s comic book to life on the small screen, among other topics, followed by an exclusive first look at “The Walking Dead,” and a Q&A session with attendees.
“The Walking Dead” panel will be complemented by a number of on-the-ground activities taking place throughout Comic Con:
* Attendees will have an opportunity to get “zombified” by visiting “The Walking Dead” booth and putting themselves into a zombie scene from the series via a touch screen and AMC will email the photo to them.
* AMC will distribute limited edition "The Walking Dead" series posters from internationally recognized movie poster artist, Drew Struzan (Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Harry Potter, Blade Runner, Hellboy and more).
* An autograph session will take place with Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal, Sarah Wayne Callies, Frank Darabont, Robert Kirkman, Greg Nicotero and Gale Anne Hurd in the Image Comic Books booth.
* AMC will distribute limited edition "The Walking Dead" series buttons.
* AMC will have “The Walking Dead” walkers around the convention center and booth.
* “The Walking Dead” booth will be a semi-recreation of a scene from the pilot episode.
About “The Walking Dead”
The Walking Dead tells the story of the weeks and months that follow a pandemic zombie apocalypse. County Sheriff Rick Grimes travels with his family and a small group of survivors, constantly in search of a safe and secure home. But the constant pressure of fighting off death on a daily basis takes a heavy toll, sending many to the lowest depths of human cruelty. As Rick struggles to keep his family alive, he will discover that the overwhelming fear of the survivors can be far more dangerous than the mindless walkers roaming the earth.
AMC and Fox International Channels (FIC) recently announced an unprecedented partnership whereby FIC has picked up all International Television and Home Video rights to “The Walking Dead,” the network’s first wholly-owned original production series. The deal includes a first-run window on all FIC’s outlets in addition to full distribution rights for the life of the series, outside of the U.S. and Canada.
In addition to Darabont, Hurd and Kirkman, David Alpert from Circle of Confusion, and Charles “Chic” Eglee (Dexter, The Shield, Dark Angel) serve as executive producers. Jack LoGiudice (Sons of Anarchy, Resurrection Blvd) serves as co-executive producer.
DESCEND ON COMIC CON 2010
“The Walking Dead” Exclusive Sneak Preview and Panel Event Takes Place
Friday, July 23rd at 11:30am, Room 6BCF
Get “Zombified” in AMC’s “The Walking Dead” Booth 3721
Plus Limited Edition Giveaways
Autograph Session with Panelists
Highly Anticipated Series Premieres in October during AMC Fearfest
NEW YORK, NY – July 9, 2010 – The stars and producers of AMC’s highly-anticipated series “The Walking Dead,” based on the comic book written by Robert Kirkman and published by Image Comics, will descend on Comic Con 2010 for a panel event and exclusive sneak preview of the original drama. “The Walking Dead” panel, scheduled for Friday, July 23 at 11:30am in room 6BCF, will feature series stars Andrew Lincoln (Love Actually), Jon Bernthal (“The Pacific”), Sarah Wayne Callies (“Prison Break”), Laurie Holden (The Mist), and Emma Bell (“Law & Order”). Joining the cast are writer, director, executive producer and three-time Academy Award nominee Frank Darabont (The Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile); executive producers Kirkman and Gale Anne Hurd (The Terminator, Aliens, Armageddon), make-up artist Greg Nicotero (George Romero’s Land of the Dead, The Mist); and Joel Stillerman, AMC's SVP of original programming, production and digital content. “The Walking Dead” will premiere this October during AMC Fearfest, the network's annual blockbuster marathon of thriller and horror films.
During the hour-long event, moderator Eric Moro of IGN.com will lead panelists in a discussion about their experience shooting the series in Atlanta, and the process of bringing Kirkman’s comic book to life on the small screen, among other topics, followed by an exclusive first look at “The Walking Dead,” and a Q&A session with attendees.
“The Walking Dead” panel will be complemented by a number of on-the-ground activities taking place throughout Comic Con:
* Attendees will have an opportunity to get “zombified” by visiting “The Walking Dead” booth and putting themselves into a zombie scene from the series via a touch screen and AMC will email the photo to them.
* AMC will distribute limited edition "The Walking Dead" series posters from internationally recognized movie poster artist, Drew Struzan (Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Harry Potter, Blade Runner, Hellboy and more).
* An autograph session will take place with Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal, Sarah Wayne Callies, Frank Darabont, Robert Kirkman, Greg Nicotero and Gale Anne Hurd in the Image Comic Books booth.
* AMC will distribute limited edition "The Walking Dead" series buttons.
* AMC will have “The Walking Dead” walkers around the convention center and booth.
* “The Walking Dead” booth will be a semi-recreation of a scene from the pilot episode.
About “The Walking Dead”
The Walking Dead tells the story of the weeks and months that follow a pandemic zombie apocalypse. County Sheriff Rick Grimes travels with his family and a small group of survivors, constantly in search of a safe and secure home. But the constant pressure of fighting off death on a daily basis takes a heavy toll, sending many to the lowest depths of human cruelty. As Rick struggles to keep his family alive, he will discover that the overwhelming fear of the survivors can be far more dangerous than the mindless walkers roaming the earth.
AMC and Fox International Channels (FIC) recently announced an unprecedented partnership whereby FIC has picked up all International Television and Home Video rights to “The Walking Dead,” the network’s first wholly-owned original production series. The deal includes a first-run window on all FIC’s outlets in addition to full distribution rights for the life of the series, outside of the U.S. and Canada.
In addition to Darabont, Hurd and Kirkman, David Alpert from Circle of Confusion, and Charles “Chic” Eglee (Dexter, The Shield, Dark Angel) serve as executive producers. Jack LoGiudice (Sons of Anarchy, Resurrection Blvd) serves as co-executive producer.
Cartoon Network and Adult Swim Series Panels and Events Lineup
for 2010 San Diego Comic-Con International
Cartoon Network and Adult Swim announces a number of panels, fan events and signings at 2010 Comic-Con International in San Diego, Calif., Thursday, July 22 - Sunday, July 25, 2010. All times, dates and locations subject to change.
CARTOON NETWORK & ADULT SWIM PANELS
THURSDAY, JULY 22
ADULT SWIM: Childrens Hospital
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Location: Room 25ABC
Talent: Jon Stern, Rob Corddry, David Wain, Lake Bell, Erinn Hayes, Rob Huebel, Ken Marino
Check out the Childrens Hospital panel and hear from the show’s creative team led by Rob Corddry (Hot Tub Time Machine, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart) and Jon Stern (producer of The Ten and Scotland, PA). They will be joined by members of their ensemble cast of comedic heavyweights including Lake Bell (How to Make It in America, It’s Complicated), Erinn Hayes (Parenthood, Worst Week), Rob Huebel (I Love You Man, Human Giant) and Ken Marino (Party Down, Reaper). Childrens Hospital explores the emotional struggles and sexual politics of a group of doctors charged with healthy libidos. Their dedication to their personal lives is relentless, interrupted only by the occasional need to treat sick children. The complete Childrens Hospital – including both the newly produced episodes as well as the original Webisodes – premieres Sunday, July 11 at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT on Adult Swim.
BBC PANEL: Look Around You
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Location: 6A
Talent: Robert Popper and Peter Serafinowicz
As their BAFTA-nominated show comes to BBC DVD, creators-stars Robert Popper (Peep Show, Hot Fuzz) and Peter Serafinowicz (Couples Retreat, Shaun of the Dead), are on stage to take questions from the fans.
FRIDAY, JULY 23
WB PANEL: Batman: The Brave And The Bold
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: 6A
Talent: Diedrich Bader, James Tucker, Michael Jelenic and Andrea Romano
Moderator: Sam Register
The Caped Crusader swings back into San Diego as Batman: The Brave and the Bold returns to Comic-Con for its third consecutive year with an advance screening of an upcoming episode, as well as a lively discussion with voice of Batman Diedrich Bader (Surf's Up), executive producer Sam Register (Teen Titans), producers James Tucker (Justice League Unlimited) and Michael Jelenic (The Batman), and voice director Andrea Romano (Superman Doomsday). As a special bonus for fans, the panel will also screen the world-premiere trailer for the upcoming and highly anticipated Cartoon Network/Warner Bros. Animation series Young Justice. Don’t miss this Comic-Con exclusive. From Warner Bros. Animation, Batman: The Brave and the Bold airs Fridays at 7:30 p.m. ET/PT on Cartoon Network, and Batman: The Brave and the Bold – Season 1, Part 1 will be released on DVD August 17. Become a fan of the show on Facebook at www.facebook.com/batmanbraveandbold.
CARTOON NETWORK: Comedy Animation: Adventure Time and Regular Show
11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Location: 6A
Talent: Pendleton Ward, Pat McHale, Jeremy Shada, John Dimaggio, Tom Kenny, J.G. Quintel
Come join us for a panel celebrating our latest comedies from Cartoon Network Studios. What time is it? It’s Adventure Time with special guests Pendleton Ward (creator), Jeremy Shada (voice of Finn), John DiMaggio (voice of Jake) and Tom Kenny (voice of Ice King). Adventure Time airs Monday nights at 8 p.m. (ET/PT) on Cartoon Network. Fans will also get an exclusive look at what’s coming this Fall including a sneak peak at Regular Show with creator J.G. Quintel.
LUCAS PANEL: Star Wars: The Clone Wars
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Room 7AB
Talent: Dave Filoni, Joel Aron, Kilian Plunkett
ADULT SWIM: Robot Chicken, Venture Bros, Metalocalypse, and Mongo Wrestling
4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Location: 6BCF
Talent: Seth Green, Matt Senreich, Tom Root, Jackson Publick, Doc Hammer and Brendon Small
Moderator: Keith Crofford, vice president of production, Adult Swim
Adult Swim panel featuring show creators from Robot Chicken, Venture Bros and Metalocalypse—show creators Seth Green (Robot Chicken), Matt Senreich (Robot Chicken), Tom Root (Robot Chicken), Jackson Publick (Venture Bros), Doc Hammer (Venture Bros), and Brendon Small (Metalocalypse) will discuss their original series, screen sneak peeks, and answer questions.
SATURDAY, JULY 24
DC PANEL: Mad about MAD Magazine!
10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Location: 7AB
Talent: John Ficarra, Sam Viviano, Sergio Aragones, Tom Richmond, Kevin Shinick
Moderator: Peter Girardi
MAD Magazine has established itself as the original and most imitated and influential satirical publication across generations. This fall, MAD Magazine returns to TV screens with a new show for the next generation! Come join MAD Magazine editor John Ficarra, MAD Magazine Art Director Sam Viviano, legendary MAD Magazine artist Sergio Aragones, contemporary MAD artist Tom Richmond, MAD Story Editor/Producer Kevin Shinick and your host, MAD Creative Exec Peter Girardi, for a light-hearted look at the future of an American institution. MAD Magazine will premiere on Cartoon Network September 2010.
AS PANEL: The Venture Bros.
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Indigo Ballroom at the Bayfront Hilton (across from the convention center)
Talent: Jackson Publick, Doc Hammer, Patrick Warburton and James Urbaniak
Creators Jackson Publick and Doc Hammer host a laissez-faire chat about - what else? - The Venture Bros. They'll be joined by Patrick Warburton (voice of Brock Samson) and James Urbaniak (voice of Dr. Venture) as they screen sneak preview clips from the upcoming season, shamelessly plug their new DVD and line of action figures, and take questions from the audience.
CARTOON NETWORK: Action-Adventure Animation: Ben 10: Ultimate Alien, Generator Rex and Sym-Bionic Titan
1:45 – 2:45 p.m.
Location: 6DE
Talent: Duncan Rouleau, Joe Casey, Joe Kelly, Steven T. Seagle, Glen Murakami, Dwayne McDuffie, Yuri Lowenthal, Greg Cipes, John Fang, Rob Hoegee, Daryl Sabara, Wally Kurth, Genndy Tartakovsky
Moderator: Tramm Wigzell, vice president, original series, action adventure for Cartoon Network
Come meet the creators, producers and voice actors behind some of Cartoon Network’s biggest boy heroes Ben 10 and Generator Rex. From Man of Action meet Joe Casey, Joe Kelly, Duncan Rouleau, and Steven T. Seagle along with the Ben 10: Ultimate Alien team members Glenn Murakami (supervising producer), Dwayne McDuffie (co-producer/story editor), Yuri Lowenthal (voice of Ben) and Greg Cipes (voice of Kevin). Generator Rex panelists include John Fang (supervising producer), Rob Hoegee (story editor), Daryl Sabara (voice of Rex) and Wally Kurth (voice of Six). Also make sure not to miss a first look at Sym-Bionic Titan with Genndy Tartakovsky.
ADULT SWIM: Aqua Teen Hunger Force, Squidbillies, Tim & Eric Awesome Show Great Job! and Mary Shelley’s Frankenhole
5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Location: 6DE
Talent: Dave Willis, Jim Fortier, Matt Maiellaro, Tim Heidecker, Eric Wareheim and Dino Stamatopoulos
Moderator: Keith Crofford, vice president of production, Adult Swim
Adult Swim panel featuring show creators from Aqua Teen Hunger Force, Squidbillies, Tim & Eric Awesome Show Great Job! and Mary Shelley’s Frankenhole—show creators Dave Willis (Aqua Teen Hunger Force, Squidbillies), Jim Fortier (Squidbillies), Matt Maiellaro (Aqua Teen Hunger Force), Tim Heidecker (Tim and Eric Awesome Show Great Job!), Eric Wareheim (Tim and Eric Awesome Show Great Job!) and Dino Stamatopoulos (Mary Shelley’s Frankenhole) will discuss their original series, screen sneak peeks, and answer questions. Keith Crofford, vice president of production at Adult Swim will moderate.
SUNDAY, JULY 25
CARTOON NETWORK: Live-Action/ CG: Tower Prep and Firebreather
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Location: 6DE
Talent: Paul Dini, Drew Van Acker, Elise Gatien, Ryan Pinkston, Dyana Liu, Phil Hester, Andy Kuhn and Peter Chung
Moderator: Harry Knowles
Join executive producer and series creator Paul Dini (Lost, Batman Beyond) as he offers fans an exclusive first look at Cartoon Network’s newest live action mystery series Tower Prep. Meet the series stars Drew Van Acker (The Lake), Elise Gatien (Bionic Woman), Ryan Pinkston (Punk’d) and Dyana Liu (Parenthood). Fans will also get an exclusive look at Firebreather, Cartoon Network’s first world premiere original CGI movie event based on the comic book series with creator and co-executive producer Phil Hester (The Wretch), co-executive producer Andy Kuhn (Freedom Ring) and writer/director Peter Chung (Aeon Flux).
WB PANEL: Unnatural History Episode Screening and Q&A
1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Room 6BCF
Talent: Kevin G. Schmidt, Jordan Gavaris, Italia Ricci, Mike Werb
Moderator: Rich Sands
Join the adventure! Cartoon Network’s first live-action mystery series, Unnatural History, journeys to San Diego for its Comic-Con debut. Unnatural History chronicles the adventures of Henry Griffin, a teenager with extraordinary skills acquired while traveling the world with his anthropologist parents. His unique abilities come in handy when he moves to Washington D.C. – and begins exploring the mysteries of a charter high school within the National Museum Complex. Fans will be treated to a premiere screening of a never-before-seen episode, as well as a Q&A with series stars Kevin G. Schmidt (Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel), Jordan Gavaris (Degrassi: The Next Generation), Italia Ricci (Greek) and Martin Donovan (Weeds) as well as creator/executive producer Mike Werb (The Mask, Face/Off). From Warner Horizon Television, Unnatural History airs Tuesday nights at 8 p.m. (ET/PT) on Cartoon Network. Become a fan of the show at www.facebook.com/UnnaturalHistory.
WB PANEL: Scooby-Doo Screening and Q&A
2:15 – 3:15 p.m.
Location: 6BCF
Talent: Spike Brandt, Tony Cervone, Mitch Watson, Dan Krall, Matthew Lillard
Those meddling teens are at it again! Find out what Shaggy, Fred, Daphne, Velma and, of course, Scooby-Doo are up to with a sneak peek at upcoming titles from this beloved family franchise. Join supervising producers Spike Brandt and Tony Cervone (both Duck Dodgers), producer Mitch Watson (Ben 10: Race Against Time) and art director Dan Krall (Coraline) as they screen a never-before-seen episode of the new Cartoon Network/Warner Bros. Animation series Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated (airing Mondays at 7 p.m. ET/PT on Cartoon Network) and take fan questions. Additionally, they will unveil the trailer to Warner Home Video’s upcoming all-new original animated movie Scooby-Doo! Camp Scare (release date: September 14) and will provide fans with a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment’s forthcoming Scooby-Doo! and the Spooky Swamp videogame, coming September 14. Panel attendees will be served a full course of all things Scooby-Doo, as they will also hear about additional upcoming Scooby-related projects from Warner Premiere and Warner Bros. Consumer Products.
ADULT SWIM SIGNINGS
Thursday, July 22
2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Look Around You Signing
BBC America Booth #3629
Talent: Robert Popper and Peter Serafinowicz
2:45 – 3:45 p.m. Childrens Hospital Signing
WB Booth #4545
Talent: Jon Stern, Rob Corddry, Lake Bell, Erinn Hayes, Rob Huebel, Ken Marino
Friday, July 23
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Venture Bros Signing
Adult Swim Booth #3351
Talent: Doc Hammer, Jackson Publick
2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Robot Chicken Signing
Adult Swim Booth #3351
Talent: Seth Green, Matt Senreich, Tom Root
Saturday, July 24
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Metalocalypse Signing
Adult Swim Booth #3351
Talent: Brendon Small, Tommy Blacha
2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Aqua Teen Hunger Force & Squidbillies Signing
Adult Swim Booth #3351
Talent: Dave Willis, Jim Fortier, Matt Maiellaro
ADULT SWIM FAN EVENTS
TIM AND ERIC AWESOME-CON 2010
Saturday, July 24, 12 – 3 p.m.
Location: Embarcadero Marina Park North
Picnic in the park hosted by Tim and Eric and other characters from the show with fan challenges (costume contest, karaoke contest, etc).
ADULT SWIM ICE CREAM TRUCKS
The Adult Swim ice cream trucks will be cruising around San Diego, keeping fans cool by rewarding them with free Ben and Jerry’s ice cream. Adult Swim show talent will be along for the ride to pass out ice cream, interact with fans, and sign autographs. Follow www.twitter.com/AdultSwim as we live-tweet our locations.
CARTOON NETWORK SIGNINGS
Friday, July 23
1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Batman: The Brave and the Bold Signing
WB Booth #4545
Talent: Diedrich Bader, James Tucker, Michael Jelenic and Andrea Romano
2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Adventure Time & Regular Show Signing
Autograph Alley
Talent: Pen Ward, Pat McHale, Jeremy Shada (Finn) John DiMaggio (Jake),
Tom Kenny (Ice King), JG Quintel
Saturday, July 24
11:15 a.m. – 12:15p.m. Mad about MAD Magazine!
DC Booth
Talent: John Ficarra, Sam Viviano, Sergio Aragones, Tom Richmond, Kevin Shinick
3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Ben 10: Ultimate Alien, Generator Rex Signing
Autograph Alley
Man of Action: Duncan Rouleau, Joe Casey, Joe Kelly, Steven T. Seagle
Ben 10: Ultimate Alien: Glen Murakami, Dwayne McDuffie, Yuri Lowenthal (Ben) Greg Cipes (Kevin)
Generator Rex: John Fang, Rob Hoegee, Daryl Sabara (Rex), Wally Kurth (Six)
Sunday, July 25
11:45 – 12:30 p.m. WB: Scooby Doo Mystery Inc Signing
WB Booth #4545
Talent: Spike Brandt, Tony Cervone, Mitch Watson, Dan Krall, Matthew Lillard
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Firebreather Signing
Autograph Alley
Talent: Peter Chung, Phil Hester, Andy Kuhn
2:15 – 3:15 p.m. WB: Unnatural History Signing
WB Booth #4545
Talent: Kevin G. Schmidt, Jordan Gavaris, Italia Ricci, Mike Web
CARTOON NETWORK - THE CARTOON NETWORK PIZZERIA at CIRO’S
(Ciro’s Pizzeria, 536 Market Street, Between 5th and 6th in the Gaslamp Quarter)
Cartoon Network goes beyond the San Diego Convention Center this year with a fully immersive restaurant take-over! Come visit the The Cartoon Network Pizzeria from Wednesday, July 21 – Sunday, July 25 and experience Cartoon Network in way you’ve never seen before at the con. The Cartoon Network Pizzeria will feature sneak previews of new and returning Cartoon Network shows, opportunities for special Happy Hour free food and drink and free Cartoon Network cup with purchase throughout the entire convention (while supplies last).
Cartoon Network (CartoonNetwork.com), currently seen in more than 97 million U.S. homes and 166 countries around the world, is Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.’s ad-supported cable service now available in HD offering the best in original, acquired and classic entertainment for youth and families. Nightly from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. (ET, PT), Cartoon Network shares its channel space with Adult Swim, a late-night destination showcasing original and acquired animated and live-action series for young adults 18-34.
Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., a Time Warner company, creates and programs branded news, entertainment, animation and young adult media environments on television and other platforms for consumers around the world.
for 2010 San Diego Comic-Con International
Cartoon Network and Adult Swim announces a number of panels, fan events and signings at 2010 Comic-Con International in San Diego, Calif., Thursday, July 22 - Sunday, July 25, 2010. All times, dates and locations subject to change.
CARTOON NETWORK & ADULT SWIM PANELS
THURSDAY, JULY 22
ADULT SWIM: Childrens Hospital
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Location: Room 25ABC
Talent: Jon Stern, Rob Corddry, David Wain, Lake Bell, Erinn Hayes, Rob Huebel, Ken Marino
Check out the Childrens Hospital panel and hear from the show’s creative team led by Rob Corddry (Hot Tub Time Machine, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart) and Jon Stern (producer of The Ten and Scotland, PA). They will be joined by members of their ensemble cast of comedic heavyweights including Lake Bell (How to Make It in America, It’s Complicated), Erinn Hayes (Parenthood, Worst Week), Rob Huebel (I Love You Man, Human Giant) and Ken Marino (Party Down, Reaper). Childrens Hospital explores the emotional struggles and sexual politics of a group of doctors charged with healthy libidos. Their dedication to their personal lives is relentless, interrupted only by the occasional need to treat sick children. The complete Childrens Hospital – including both the newly produced episodes as well as the original Webisodes – premieres Sunday, July 11 at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT on Adult Swim.
BBC PANEL: Look Around You
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Location: 6A
Talent: Robert Popper and Peter Serafinowicz
As their BAFTA-nominated show comes to BBC DVD, creators-stars Robert Popper (Peep Show, Hot Fuzz) and Peter Serafinowicz (Couples Retreat, Shaun of the Dead), are on stage to take questions from the fans.
FRIDAY, JULY 23
WB PANEL: Batman: The Brave And The Bold
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: 6A
Talent: Diedrich Bader, James Tucker, Michael Jelenic and Andrea Romano
Moderator: Sam Register
The Caped Crusader swings back into San Diego as Batman: The Brave and the Bold returns to Comic-Con for its third consecutive year with an advance screening of an upcoming episode, as well as a lively discussion with voice of Batman Diedrich Bader (Surf's Up), executive producer Sam Register (Teen Titans), producers James Tucker (Justice League Unlimited) and Michael Jelenic (The Batman), and voice director Andrea Romano (Superman Doomsday). As a special bonus for fans, the panel will also screen the world-premiere trailer for the upcoming and highly anticipated Cartoon Network/Warner Bros. Animation series Young Justice. Don’t miss this Comic-Con exclusive. From Warner Bros. Animation, Batman: The Brave and the Bold airs Fridays at 7:30 p.m. ET/PT on Cartoon Network, and Batman: The Brave and the Bold – Season 1, Part 1 will be released on DVD August 17. Become a fan of the show on Facebook at www.facebook.com/batmanbraveandbold.
CARTOON NETWORK: Comedy Animation: Adventure Time and Regular Show
11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Location: 6A
Talent: Pendleton Ward, Pat McHale, Jeremy Shada, John Dimaggio, Tom Kenny, J.G. Quintel
Come join us for a panel celebrating our latest comedies from Cartoon Network Studios. What time is it? It’s Adventure Time with special guests Pendleton Ward (creator), Jeremy Shada (voice of Finn), John DiMaggio (voice of Jake) and Tom Kenny (voice of Ice King). Adventure Time airs Monday nights at 8 p.m. (ET/PT) on Cartoon Network. Fans will also get an exclusive look at what’s coming this Fall including a sneak peak at Regular Show with creator J.G. Quintel.
LUCAS PANEL: Star Wars: The Clone Wars
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Room 7AB
Talent: Dave Filoni, Joel Aron, Kilian Plunkett
ADULT SWIM: Robot Chicken, Venture Bros, Metalocalypse, and Mongo Wrestling
4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Location: 6BCF
Talent: Seth Green, Matt Senreich, Tom Root, Jackson Publick, Doc Hammer and Brendon Small
Moderator: Keith Crofford, vice president of production, Adult Swim
Adult Swim panel featuring show creators from Robot Chicken, Venture Bros and Metalocalypse—show creators Seth Green (Robot Chicken), Matt Senreich (Robot Chicken), Tom Root (Robot Chicken), Jackson Publick (Venture Bros), Doc Hammer (Venture Bros), and Brendon Small (Metalocalypse) will discuss their original series, screen sneak peeks, and answer questions.
SATURDAY, JULY 24
DC PANEL: Mad about MAD Magazine!
10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Location: 7AB
Talent: John Ficarra, Sam Viviano, Sergio Aragones, Tom Richmond, Kevin Shinick
Moderator: Peter Girardi
MAD Magazine has established itself as the original and most imitated and influential satirical publication across generations. This fall, MAD Magazine returns to TV screens with a new show for the next generation! Come join MAD Magazine editor John Ficarra, MAD Magazine Art Director Sam Viviano, legendary MAD Magazine artist Sergio Aragones, contemporary MAD artist Tom Richmond, MAD Story Editor/Producer Kevin Shinick and your host, MAD Creative Exec Peter Girardi, for a light-hearted look at the future of an American institution. MAD Magazine will premiere on Cartoon Network September 2010.
AS PANEL: The Venture Bros.
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Indigo Ballroom at the Bayfront Hilton (across from the convention center)
Talent: Jackson Publick, Doc Hammer, Patrick Warburton and James Urbaniak
Creators Jackson Publick and Doc Hammer host a laissez-faire chat about - what else? - The Venture Bros. They'll be joined by Patrick Warburton (voice of Brock Samson) and James Urbaniak (voice of Dr. Venture) as they screen sneak preview clips from the upcoming season, shamelessly plug their new DVD and line of action figures, and take questions from the audience.
CARTOON NETWORK: Action-Adventure Animation: Ben 10: Ultimate Alien, Generator Rex and Sym-Bionic Titan
1:45 – 2:45 p.m.
Location: 6DE
Talent: Duncan Rouleau, Joe Casey, Joe Kelly, Steven T. Seagle, Glen Murakami, Dwayne McDuffie, Yuri Lowenthal, Greg Cipes, John Fang, Rob Hoegee, Daryl Sabara, Wally Kurth, Genndy Tartakovsky
Moderator: Tramm Wigzell, vice president, original series, action adventure for Cartoon Network
Come meet the creators, producers and voice actors behind some of Cartoon Network’s biggest boy heroes Ben 10 and Generator Rex. From Man of Action meet Joe Casey, Joe Kelly, Duncan Rouleau, and Steven T. Seagle along with the Ben 10: Ultimate Alien team members Glenn Murakami (supervising producer), Dwayne McDuffie (co-producer/story editor), Yuri Lowenthal (voice of Ben) and Greg Cipes (voice of Kevin). Generator Rex panelists include John Fang (supervising producer), Rob Hoegee (story editor), Daryl Sabara (voice of Rex) and Wally Kurth (voice of Six). Also make sure not to miss a first look at Sym-Bionic Titan with Genndy Tartakovsky.
ADULT SWIM: Aqua Teen Hunger Force, Squidbillies, Tim & Eric Awesome Show Great Job! and Mary Shelley’s Frankenhole
5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Location: 6DE
Talent: Dave Willis, Jim Fortier, Matt Maiellaro, Tim Heidecker, Eric Wareheim and Dino Stamatopoulos
Moderator: Keith Crofford, vice president of production, Adult Swim
Adult Swim panel featuring show creators from Aqua Teen Hunger Force, Squidbillies, Tim & Eric Awesome Show Great Job! and Mary Shelley’s Frankenhole—show creators Dave Willis (Aqua Teen Hunger Force, Squidbillies), Jim Fortier (Squidbillies), Matt Maiellaro (Aqua Teen Hunger Force), Tim Heidecker (Tim and Eric Awesome Show Great Job!), Eric Wareheim (Tim and Eric Awesome Show Great Job!) and Dino Stamatopoulos (Mary Shelley’s Frankenhole) will discuss their original series, screen sneak peeks, and answer questions. Keith Crofford, vice president of production at Adult Swim will moderate.
SUNDAY, JULY 25
CARTOON NETWORK: Live-Action/ CG: Tower Prep and Firebreather
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Location: 6DE
Talent: Paul Dini, Drew Van Acker, Elise Gatien, Ryan Pinkston, Dyana Liu, Phil Hester, Andy Kuhn and Peter Chung
Moderator: Harry Knowles
Join executive producer and series creator Paul Dini (Lost, Batman Beyond) as he offers fans an exclusive first look at Cartoon Network’s newest live action mystery series Tower Prep. Meet the series stars Drew Van Acker (The Lake), Elise Gatien (Bionic Woman), Ryan Pinkston (Punk’d) and Dyana Liu (Parenthood). Fans will also get an exclusive look at Firebreather, Cartoon Network’s first world premiere original CGI movie event based on the comic book series with creator and co-executive producer Phil Hester (The Wretch), co-executive producer Andy Kuhn (Freedom Ring) and writer/director Peter Chung (Aeon Flux).
WB PANEL: Unnatural History Episode Screening and Q&A
1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Room 6BCF
Talent: Kevin G. Schmidt, Jordan Gavaris, Italia Ricci, Mike Werb
Moderator: Rich Sands
Join the adventure! Cartoon Network’s first live-action mystery series, Unnatural History, journeys to San Diego for its Comic-Con debut. Unnatural History chronicles the adventures of Henry Griffin, a teenager with extraordinary skills acquired while traveling the world with his anthropologist parents. His unique abilities come in handy when he moves to Washington D.C. – and begins exploring the mysteries of a charter high school within the National Museum Complex. Fans will be treated to a premiere screening of a never-before-seen episode, as well as a Q&A with series stars Kevin G. Schmidt (Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel), Jordan Gavaris (Degrassi: The Next Generation), Italia Ricci (Greek) and Martin Donovan (Weeds) as well as creator/executive producer Mike Werb (The Mask, Face/Off). From Warner Horizon Television, Unnatural History airs Tuesday nights at 8 p.m. (ET/PT) on Cartoon Network. Become a fan of the show at www.facebook.com/UnnaturalHistory.
WB PANEL: Scooby-Doo Screening and Q&A
2:15 – 3:15 p.m.
Location: 6BCF
Talent: Spike Brandt, Tony Cervone, Mitch Watson, Dan Krall, Matthew Lillard
Those meddling teens are at it again! Find out what Shaggy, Fred, Daphne, Velma and, of course, Scooby-Doo are up to with a sneak peek at upcoming titles from this beloved family franchise. Join supervising producers Spike Brandt and Tony Cervone (both Duck Dodgers), producer Mitch Watson (Ben 10: Race Against Time) and art director Dan Krall (Coraline) as they screen a never-before-seen episode of the new Cartoon Network/Warner Bros. Animation series Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated (airing Mondays at 7 p.m. ET/PT on Cartoon Network) and take fan questions. Additionally, they will unveil the trailer to Warner Home Video’s upcoming all-new original animated movie Scooby-Doo! Camp Scare (release date: September 14) and will provide fans with a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment’s forthcoming Scooby-Doo! and the Spooky Swamp videogame, coming September 14. Panel attendees will be served a full course of all things Scooby-Doo, as they will also hear about additional upcoming Scooby-related projects from Warner Premiere and Warner Bros. Consumer Products.
ADULT SWIM SIGNINGS
Thursday, July 22
2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Look Around You Signing
BBC America Booth #3629
Talent: Robert Popper and Peter Serafinowicz
2:45 – 3:45 p.m. Childrens Hospital Signing
WB Booth #4545
Talent: Jon Stern, Rob Corddry, Lake Bell, Erinn Hayes, Rob Huebel, Ken Marino
Friday, July 23
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Venture Bros Signing
Adult Swim Booth #3351
Talent: Doc Hammer, Jackson Publick
2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Robot Chicken Signing
Adult Swim Booth #3351
Talent: Seth Green, Matt Senreich, Tom Root
Saturday, July 24
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Metalocalypse Signing
Adult Swim Booth #3351
Talent: Brendon Small, Tommy Blacha
2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Aqua Teen Hunger Force & Squidbillies Signing
Adult Swim Booth #3351
Talent: Dave Willis, Jim Fortier, Matt Maiellaro
ADULT SWIM FAN EVENTS
TIM AND ERIC AWESOME-CON 2010
Saturday, July 24, 12 – 3 p.m.
Location: Embarcadero Marina Park North
Picnic in the park hosted by Tim and Eric and other characters from the show with fan challenges (costume contest, karaoke contest, etc).
ADULT SWIM ICE CREAM TRUCKS
The Adult Swim ice cream trucks will be cruising around San Diego, keeping fans cool by rewarding them with free Ben and Jerry’s ice cream. Adult Swim show talent will be along for the ride to pass out ice cream, interact with fans, and sign autographs. Follow www.twitter.com/AdultSwim as we live-tweet our locations.
CARTOON NETWORK SIGNINGS
Friday, July 23
1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Batman: The Brave and the Bold Signing
WB Booth #4545
Talent: Diedrich Bader, James Tucker, Michael Jelenic and Andrea Romano
2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Adventure Time & Regular Show Signing
Autograph Alley
Talent: Pen Ward, Pat McHale, Jeremy Shada (Finn) John DiMaggio (Jake),
Tom Kenny (Ice King), JG Quintel
Saturday, July 24
11:15 a.m. – 12:15p.m. Mad about MAD Magazine!
DC Booth
Talent: John Ficarra, Sam Viviano, Sergio Aragones, Tom Richmond, Kevin Shinick
3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Ben 10: Ultimate Alien, Generator Rex Signing
Autograph Alley
Man of Action: Duncan Rouleau, Joe Casey, Joe Kelly, Steven T. Seagle
Ben 10: Ultimate Alien: Glen Murakami, Dwayne McDuffie, Yuri Lowenthal (Ben) Greg Cipes (Kevin)
Generator Rex: John Fang, Rob Hoegee, Daryl Sabara (Rex), Wally Kurth (Six)
Sunday, July 25
11:45 – 12:30 p.m. WB: Scooby Doo Mystery Inc Signing
WB Booth #4545
Talent: Spike Brandt, Tony Cervone, Mitch Watson, Dan Krall, Matthew Lillard
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Firebreather Signing
Autograph Alley
Talent: Peter Chung, Phil Hester, Andy Kuhn
2:15 – 3:15 p.m. WB: Unnatural History Signing
WB Booth #4545
Talent: Kevin G. Schmidt, Jordan Gavaris, Italia Ricci, Mike Web
CARTOON NETWORK - THE CARTOON NETWORK PIZZERIA at CIRO’S
(Ciro’s Pizzeria, 536 Market Street, Between 5th and 6th in the Gaslamp Quarter)
Cartoon Network goes beyond the San Diego Convention Center this year with a fully immersive restaurant take-over! Come visit the The Cartoon Network Pizzeria from Wednesday, July 21 – Sunday, July 25 and experience Cartoon Network in way you’ve never seen before at the con. The Cartoon Network Pizzeria will feature sneak previews of new and returning Cartoon Network shows, opportunities for special Happy Hour free food and drink and free Cartoon Network cup with purchase throughout the entire convention (while supplies last).
Cartoon Network (CartoonNetwork.com), currently seen in more than 97 million U.S. homes and 166 countries around the world, is Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.’s ad-supported cable service now available in HD offering the best in original, acquired and classic entertainment for youth and families. Nightly from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. (ET, PT), Cartoon Network shares its channel space with Adult Swim, a late-night destination showcasing original and acquired animated and live-action series for young adults 18-34.
Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., a Time Warner company, creates and programs branded news, entertainment, animation and young adult media environments on television and other platforms for consumers around the world.
MARK WAID HOSTS
BOOM! STUDIOS'
5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY DRINK UP!
The Only Party At Comic-Con Where Everybody Is Invited!
July 9th, 2010 - Los Angeles, CA - BOOM! Studios Editor-in-Chief Mark Waid invites all Comic-Con attendees to the BOOM! Studios 5 Year Anniversary Drink Up* taking place at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Odysea Bar, Thursday July 22nd from 9pm to ??? during Comic-Con International 2010 in San Diego, California.
Come help celebrate another year of BOOM!'s explosive growth with Mark Waid, Ross Richie, Matt Gagnon, Chip Mosher and the rest of the BOOM! Crew with various BOOM! creators in attendance for a night of relaxed fun.
This is an open invitation event. No RSVP needed. No tickets required.
NEW LOCATION!
Where: Hilton Bayfront Odysea Bar
1 Park Blvd.,
San Diego, CA 92101
When: Thursday July 22nd from 9 to ???
*For those not in the know, a “Drink Up” is just like a “Meet Up” but with people drinking. This will be a gathering of friends and fans, so make plans to stop by see what's happening!
About BOOM! Studios
BOOM! Studios (www.boom-studios.com) is a unique publishing house specializing in high-profile projects across a wide variety of different genres from some of the industry's biggest talents, including Philip K. Dick's DO ANDROIDS DREAM OF ELECTRIC SHEEP?, The Henson Company's FARSCAPE, and the original Mark Waid series IRREDEEMABLE. BOOM! recently launched its youth imprint, BOOM Kids!, with Pixar's THE INCREDIBLES, CARS, and TOY STORY, as well as Disney's THE MUPPETS, DONALD DUCK, UNCLE SCROOGE and WALT DISNEY'S COMICS AND STORIES. This year, BOOM! Studios celebrates its fifth anniversary.
BOOM! STUDIOS'
5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY DRINK UP!
The Only Party At Comic-Con Where Everybody Is Invited!
July 9th, 2010 - Los Angeles, CA - BOOM! Studios Editor-in-Chief Mark Waid invites all Comic-Con attendees to the BOOM! Studios 5 Year Anniversary Drink Up* taking place at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Odysea Bar, Thursday July 22nd from 9pm to ??? during Comic-Con International 2010 in San Diego, California.
Come help celebrate another year of BOOM!'s explosive growth with Mark Waid, Ross Richie, Matt Gagnon, Chip Mosher and the rest of the BOOM! Crew with various BOOM! creators in attendance for a night of relaxed fun.
This is an open invitation event. No RSVP needed. No tickets required.
NEW LOCATION!
Where: Hilton Bayfront Odysea Bar
1 Park Blvd.,
San Diego, CA 92101
When: Thursday July 22nd from 9 to ???
*For those not in the know, a “Drink Up” is just like a “Meet Up” but with people drinking. This will be a gathering of friends and fans, so make plans to stop by see what's happening!
About BOOM! Studios
BOOM! Studios (www.boom-studios.com) is a unique publishing house specializing in high-profile projects across a wide variety of different genres from some of the industry's biggest talents, including Philip K. Dick's DO ANDROIDS DREAM OF ELECTRIC SHEEP?, The Henson Company's FARSCAPE, and the original Mark Waid series IRREDEEMABLE. BOOM! recently launched its youth imprint, BOOM Kids!, with Pixar's THE INCREDIBLES, CARS, and TOY STORY, as well as Disney's THE MUPPETS, DONALD DUCK, UNCLE SCROOGE and WALT DISNEY'S COMICS AND STORIES. This year, BOOM! Studios celebrates its fifth anniversary.
Thursday, July 08, 2010
JOIN THE CAST OF NBC’S “COMMUNITY” FOR THEIR FIRST-EVER
COMIC-CON PANEL AND BOOTH SIGNING SATURDAY, JULY 24
WHAT: Join the cast and creative team from NBC’s “Community” for booth signing and animated discussion and Q&A session about what's in store for viewers this fall!
WHEN: Saturday, July 24, 2010
Booth Signing – 12noon-1:00pm
Panel – 3:00pm-4:00pm
WHERE: Signing will take place at the Sony Booth #4313
Panel will take place at the Hilton Bayfront, Indigo Ballroom
WHO: Cast members Joel McHale (The Soup), Chevy Chase (Hot Tub Time
Machine), Donald Glover (30 Rock), Yvette Nicole Brown (Rules of
Engagement), Danny Pudi (Greek), Gillian Jacobs (Choke), Alison Brie (Mad Men) and executive producers Dan Harmon (The Sarah Silverman Program), Joe Russo (Arrested Development), Anthony Russo (Arrested Development), Neil Goldman (Scrubs), Garrett Donovan (Scrubs) and Russ Krasnoff (The Soloist)
The A.V. Club’s Todd VanDerWerff will moderate the panel.
ABOUT: From Dan Harmon ("The Sarah Silverman Program") and Emmy Award winners Joe and Anthony Russo ("Arrested Development") comes "Community," a smart comedy series about a band of misfits who attend Greendale Community College. At the center of the group is Jeff Winger (Joel McHale, "The Soup"), a fast-talking lawyer whose degree has been revoked. With some help from his fellow classmates, Winger forms a study group who eventually learn more about themselves than their course work.
Also among the series stars who comprise the group are comedy legend Chevy Chase ("Chuck") as Pierce, a man whose life experience has brought him infinite wisdom; Gillian Jacobs ("The Book of Daniel") as Britta, the 28-year old drop out with something to prove; Yvette Nicole Brown ("Rules of Engagement") as Shirley, a sassy middle-aged divorcée; Danny Pudi ("Greek") as Abed, a pop culture junkie; Alison Brie ("Mad Men") as Annie, a high-strung perfectionist; Donald Glover ("30 Rock") as Troy, a former high school football star trying to find his way and Ken Jeong ("The Hangover") as Spanish professor, Señor Chang.
"Community" is a Krasnoff Foster Entertainment, Harmonious Claptrap, Russo Brothers production, Universal Media Studios production in association with Sony Pictures Television. Russ Krasnoff ("The Soloist"), Dan Harmon ("The Sarah Silverman Program"), Joe Russo ("Arrested Development"), Anthony Russo ("Arrested Development"), Garrett Donovan ("Scrubs"), Neil Goldman ("Scrubs") and Gary Foster ("The Soloist") serve as executive producers.
COMIC-CON PANEL AND BOOTH SIGNING SATURDAY, JULY 24
WHAT: Join the cast and creative team from NBC’s “Community” for booth signing and animated discussion and Q&A session about what's in store for viewers this fall!
WHEN: Saturday, July 24, 2010
Booth Signing – 12noon-1:00pm
Panel – 3:00pm-4:00pm
WHERE: Signing will take place at the Sony Booth #4313
Panel will take place at the Hilton Bayfront, Indigo Ballroom
WHO: Cast members Joel McHale (The Soup), Chevy Chase (Hot Tub Time
Machine), Donald Glover (30 Rock), Yvette Nicole Brown (Rules of
Engagement), Danny Pudi (Greek), Gillian Jacobs (Choke), Alison Brie (Mad Men) and executive producers Dan Harmon (The Sarah Silverman Program), Joe Russo (Arrested Development), Anthony Russo (Arrested Development), Neil Goldman (Scrubs), Garrett Donovan (Scrubs) and Russ Krasnoff (The Soloist)
The A.V. Club’s Todd VanDerWerff will moderate the panel.
ABOUT: From Dan Harmon ("The Sarah Silverman Program") and Emmy Award winners Joe and Anthony Russo ("Arrested Development") comes "Community," a smart comedy series about a band of misfits who attend Greendale Community College. At the center of the group is Jeff Winger (Joel McHale, "The Soup"), a fast-talking lawyer whose degree has been revoked. With some help from his fellow classmates, Winger forms a study group who eventually learn more about themselves than their course work.
Also among the series stars who comprise the group are comedy legend Chevy Chase ("Chuck") as Pierce, a man whose life experience has brought him infinite wisdom; Gillian Jacobs ("The Book of Daniel") as Britta, the 28-year old drop out with something to prove; Yvette Nicole Brown ("Rules of Engagement") as Shirley, a sassy middle-aged divorcée; Danny Pudi ("Greek") as Abed, a pop culture junkie; Alison Brie ("Mad Men") as Annie, a high-strung perfectionist; Donald Glover ("30 Rock") as Troy, a former high school football star trying to find his way and Ken Jeong ("The Hangover") as Spanish professor, Señor Chang.
"Community" is a Krasnoff Foster Entertainment, Harmonious Claptrap, Russo Brothers production, Universal Media Studios production in association with Sony Pictures Television. Russ Krasnoff ("The Soloist"), Dan Harmon ("The Sarah Silverman Program"), Joe Russo ("Arrested Development"), Anthony Russo ("Arrested Development"), Garrett Donovan ("Scrubs"), Neil Goldman ("Scrubs") and Gary Foster ("The Soloist") serve as executive producers.
AMC GARNERS MOST EMMY® AWARD NOMINATIONS
FOR A BASIC CABLE NETWORK THREE YEARS IN A ROW
NOMINATED FOR 26 EMMY AWARDS FOR NETWORK’S ORIGINAL SERIES
“MAD MEN,” “BREAKING BAD” and Miniseries “The Prisoner”
“MAD MEN,”THE MOST NOMINATED DRAMA SERIES ON TELEVISION,
COLLECTS 17 EMMY NOMS INCLUDING OUTSTANDING DRAMA SERIES
“BREAKING BAD” COLLECTS SEVEN EMMY NOMS
INCLUDING OUTSTANDING DRAMA SERIES
“THE PRISONER” GARNERS TWO NOMS
INCLUDING OUTSTANDING LEAD ACTOR FOR SIR IAN MCKELLEN
New York, New York – July 8, 2010 – The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced this morning the 62nd Annual Emmy® Award nominations, recognizing AMC with 26 nominations, the most for any basic cable network for the third year in a row. AMC’s Emmy and Golden Globe®-winning original drama “Mad Men,” which made history last year as the only basic cable series ever to win back-to-back Emmys for Outstanding Drama, received 17 nominations and stands as the most Emmy nominated drama on television. AMC’s original series “Breaking Bad,” which garnered two Emmy wins in 2009, received seven nominations, including Outstanding Drama Series, Outstanding Lead Actor and Outstanding Supporting Actor.
The following is a statement from AMC President and General Manager Charlie Collier:
“We thank the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences for once again recognizing the network’s original series. This acknowledgement makes AMC the most nominated network in basic cable, reinforcing our promise to be the home of premium television on basic cable.
We congratulate all of our ‘Mad Men,’ ‘Breaking Bad’ and ‘The Prisoner’ nominees and their talented production teams and spectacular casts, on these well-deserved nominations.”
Following is the complete list of nominations for AMC:
Outstanding Drama Series
Breaking Bad • AMC • Sony Pictures Television
Mad Men • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Outstanding Lead Actor In A Drama Series
Breaking Bad • AMC • Sony Pictures Television
Bryan Cranston as Walter White
Mad Men • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Jon Hamm as Don Draper
Outstanding Lead Actor In A Miniseries Or A Movie
The Prisoner • AMC • AMC, ITV Productions and Granada
Ian McKellen as Two
Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series
Mad Men • AMC • Lionsgate Television
January Jones as Betty Draper
Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Drama Series
Breaking Bad • AMC • Sony Pictures Television
Aaron Paul as Jesse Pinkman
Mad Men • AMC • Lionsgate Television
John Slattery as Roger Sterling
Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Drama Series
Mad Men • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Christina Hendricks as Joan Harris
Mad Men • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Elisabeth Moss as Peggy Olson
Outstanding Guest Actor In A Drama Series
Mad Men • Shut The Door. Have A Seat. • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Robert Morse as Bertram Cooper
Outstanding Directing For A Drama Series
Breaking Bad • One Minute • AMC • Sony Pictures Television
Michelle MacLaren, Director
Mad Men • Guy Walks Into An Advertising Agency • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Lesli Linka Glatter, Director
Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series
Mad Men • Guy Walks Into An Advertising Agency • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Robin Veith, Writer
Matthew Weiner, Writer
Mad Men • Shut The Door. Have A Seat. • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Matthew Weiner, Writer
Erin Levy, Writer
Outstanding Casting For A Drama Series
Mad Men • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Laura Schiff, CSA, Casting by
Carrie Audino, CSA, Casting by
Outstanding Cinematography For A One Hour Series
Breaking Bad • No Mas • AMC • Sony Pictures Television
Michael Slovis, Director of Photography
Mad Men • Shut The Door. Have A Seat. • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Christopher Manley, Director of Photography
Outstanding Cinematography For A Miniseries Or Movie
The Prisoner • Checkmate • AMC • AMC, ITV Productions and Granada
Florian Hoffmeister, Director of Photography
Outstanding Costumes For A Series
Mad Men • Souvenir • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Janie Bryant, Costume Designer
Le Dawson, Costume Supervisor
Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing For A Drama Series
Breaking Bad • No Mas • AMC • Sony Pictures Television
Skip MacDonald, Edited by
Mad Men • The Gypsy And The Hobo • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Pattye Rogers, Edited by
Christopher Nelson, Edited by
Mad Men • Guy Walks Into An Advertising Agency • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Tom Wilson, Edited by
Outstanding Hairstyling For A Single-Camera Series
Mad Men • Souvenir • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Lucia Mace, Department Head Hairstylist
Anthony Wilson, Key Hairstylist
Mary Guerrero, Additional Hairstylist
Peggy Semtob, Additional Hairstylist
Outstanding Makeup For A Single-Camera Series (Non-Prosthetic)
Mad Men • Souvenir • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Lana Horochowski, Department Head Makeup Artist
Ron Pipes, Key Makeup Artist
Maggie Fung, Makeup Artist
Kate Shorter, Additional Makeup Artist
Bonita Dehaven, Additional Makeup Artist
Angie Wells, Additional Makeup Artist
Outstanding Sound Editing For A Series
Breaking Bad • One Minute • AMC • Sony Pictures Television
Nick Forshager, Supervising Sound Editor
Kathryn Madsen, Supervising ADR Editor
Mark Cookson, Sound Effects Editor
Cormac Funge, Sound Effects Editor
Jane Boegel, Dialogue Editor
Jason Newman, Music Editor
Gregg Barbanell, Foley Artist
Dominique Decaudain-Tabach, Foley Artist
About “Mad Men”
Set in 1960s New York, “Mad Men” is a sexy and provocative original drama that follows the lives of the ruthlessly competitive men and women of Madison Avenue advertising. Created and executive produced by Emmy and Golden Globe-winner Matthew Weiner, the show’s cast includes: Golden Globe-winner Jon Hamm, January Jones, Elisabeth Moss, Vincent Kartheiser, Christina Hendricks, John Slattery, Jared Harris, Rich Sommer, Aaron Staton, Robert Morse and Kiernan Shipka. Lionsgate, the leading independent filmed entertainment studio, produces the series. “Mad Men” Season 3 premieres Sunday, July 25 at 10pm ET.
About “Breaking Bad”
Created by acclaimed writer/producer/director Vince Gilligan, “Breaking Bad” follows Walter White (Bryan Cranston), a milquetoast high school chemistry teacher who discovers he is dying of lung cancer. Desperate to secure his family's financial future, Walt teams up with a former student, Jesse Pinkman (Aaron Paul), to turn a used RV into a mobile drug lab. Filmed on location in Albuquerque, NM, “Breaking Bad” season three stars 2008 and 2009 Emmy-winner Cranston, Aaron Paul, Anna Gunn, Dean Norris, Betsy Brandt, RJ Mitte, Bob Odenkirk, Giancarlo Esposito and Jonathan Banks. “Breaking Bad” is produced by High Bridge Productions, Inc. and Gran Via Productions in association with Sony Pictures Television for AMC. AMC announced in June the renewal of “Breaking Bad” for a fourth season.
About “The Prisoner”
Based on the original 1960s British series, “The Prisoner” starred Jim Caviezel in the title role of Six, a part that was originally made famous when played by McGoohan and two-time Oscar® nominee Ian McKellen as Two. AMC co-produced “The Prisoner” with UK producer Granada and ITV Productions. The mini-series was written by Bill Gallagher and directed by Nick Hurran (It’s a Boy Girl Thing, Little Black Book).
About AMC:
AMC reigns as the only network to ever win the Golden Globe® Award for Best Television Series - Drama three years in a row and the only basic cable network to win back-to-back Primetime Emmy® Awards for Outstanding Drama Series. Whether commemorating favorite films from every genre and decade from the most comprehensive library or creating acclaimed original productions, the AMC experience is an uncompromising celebration of great stories. AMC's original stories include the Emmy® Award-winning dramas Mad Men and Breaking Bad, and insightful non-scripted programming such as AMC News. AMC further demonstrates its commitment to the art of storytelling with curated movie franchises like AMC Hollywood Icon and AMC Complete Collection. Available in more than 95 million homes (Source: Nielsen Media Research), AMC is a subsidiary of Rainbow Media Holdings LLC, which includes sister networks IFC, Sundance Channel, WE tv and Wedding Central. AMC is available across all platforms, including on-air, online, on demand and mobile. AMC: Story Matters HereSM.
FOR A BASIC CABLE NETWORK THREE YEARS IN A ROW
NOMINATED FOR 26 EMMY AWARDS FOR NETWORK’S ORIGINAL SERIES
“MAD MEN,” “BREAKING BAD” and Miniseries “The Prisoner”
“MAD MEN,”THE MOST NOMINATED DRAMA SERIES ON TELEVISION,
COLLECTS 17 EMMY NOMS INCLUDING OUTSTANDING DRAMA SERIES
“BREAKING BAD” COLLECTS SEVEN EMMY NOMS
INCLUDING OUTSTANDING DRAMA SERIES
“THE PRISONER” GARNERS TWO NOMS
INCLUDING OUTSTANDING LEAD ACTOR FOR SIR IAN MCKELLEN
New York, New York – July 8, 2010 – The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced this morning the 62nd Annual Emmy® Award nominations, recognizing AMC with 26 nominations, the most for any basic cable network for the third year in a row. AMC’s Emmy and Golden Globe®-winning original drama “Mad Men,” which made history last year as the only basic cable series ever to win back-to-back Emmys for Outstanding Drama, received 17 nominations and stands as the most Emmy nominated drama on television. AMC’s original series “Breaking Bad,” which garnered two Emmy wins in 2009, received seven nominations, including Outstanding Drama Series, Outstanding Lead Actor and Outstanding Supporting Actor.
The following is a statement from AMC President and General Manager Charlie Collier:
“We thank the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences for once again recognizing the network’s original series. This acknowledgement makes AMC the most nominated network in basic cable, reinforcing our promise to be the home of premium television on basic cable.
We congratulate all of our ‘Mad Men,’ ‘Breaking Bad’ and ‘The Prisoner’ nominees and their talented production teams and spectacular casts, on these well-deserved nominations.”
Following is the complete list of nominations for AMC:
Outstanding Drama Series
Breaking Bad • AMC • Sony Pictures Television
Mad Men • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Outstanding Lead Actor In A Drama Series
Breaking Bad • AMC • Sony Pictures Television
Bryan Cranston as Walter White
Mad Men • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Jon Hamm as Don Draper
Outstanding Lead Actor In A Miniseries Or A Movie
The Prisoner • AMC • AMC, ITV Productions and Granada
Ian McKellen as Two
Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series
Mad Men • AMC • Lionsgate Television
January Jones as Betty Draper
Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Drama Series
Breaking Bad • AMC • Sony Pictures Television
Aaron Paul as Jesse Pinkman
Mad Men • AMC • Lionsgate Television
John Slattery as Roger Sterling
Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Drama Series
Mad Men • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Christina Hendricks as Joan Harris
Mad Men • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Elisabeth Moss as Peggy Olson
Outstanding Guest Actor In A Drama Series
Mad Men • Shut The Door. Have A Seat. • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Robert Morse as Bertram Cooper
Outstanding Directing For A Drama Series
Breaking Bad • One Minute • AMC • Sony Pictures Television
Michelle MacLaren, Director
Mad Men • Guy Walks Into An Advertising Agency • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Lesli Linka Glatter, Director
Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series
Mad Men • Guy Walks Into An Advertising Agency • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Robin Veith, Writer
Matthew Weiner, Writer
Mad Men • Shut The Door. Have A Seat. • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Matthew Weiner, Writer
Erin Levy, Writer
Outstanding Casting For A Drama Series
Mad Men • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Laura Schiff, CSA, Casting by
Carrie Audino, CSA, Casting by
Outstanding Cinematography For A One Hour Series
Breaking Bad • No Mas • AMC • Sony Pictures Television
Michael Slovis, Director of Photography
Mad Men • Shut The Door. Have A Seat. • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Christopher Manley, Director of Photography
Outstanding Cinematography For A Miniseries Or Movie
The Prisoner • Checkmate • AMC • AMC, ITV Productions and Granada
Florian Hoffmeister, Director of Photography
Outstanding Costumes For A Series
Mad Men • Souvenir • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Janie Bryant, Costume Designer
Le Dawson, Costume Supervisor
Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing For A Drama Series
Breaking Bad • No Mas • AMC • Sony Pictures Television
Skip MacDonald, Edited by
Mad Men • The Gypsy And The Hobo • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Pattye Rogers, Edited by
Christopher Nelson, Edited by
Mad Men • Guy Walks Into An Advertising Agency • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Tom Wilson, Edited by
Outstanding Hairstyling For A Single-Camera Series
Mad Men • Souvenir • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Lucia Mace, Department Head Hairstylist
Anthony Wilson, Key Hairstylist
Mary Guerrero, Additional Hairstylist
Peggy Semtob, Additional Hairstylist
Outstanding Makeup For A Single-Camera Series (Non-Prosthetic)
Mad Men • Souvenir • AMC • Lionsgate Television
Lana Horochowski, Department Head Makeup Artist
Ron Pipes, Key Makeup Artist
Maggie Fung, Makeup Artist
Kate Shorter, Additional Makeup Artist
Bonita Dehaven, Additional Makeup Artist
Angie Wells, Additional Makeup Artist
Outstanding Sound Editing For A Series
Breaking Bad • One Minute • AMC • Sony Pictures Television
Nick Forshager, Supervising Sound Editor
Kathryn Madsen, Supervising ADR Editor
Mark Cookson, Sound Effects Editor
Cormac Funge, Sound Effects Editor
Jane Boegel, Dialogue Editor
Jason Newman, Music Editor
Gregg Barbanell, Foley Artist
Dominique Decaudain-Tabach, Foley Artist
About “Mad Men”
Set in 1960s New York, “Mad Men” is a sexy and provocative original drama that follows the lives of the ruthlessly competitive men and women of Madison Avenue advertising. Created and executive produced by Emmy and Golden Globe-winner Matthew Weiner, the show’s cast includes: Golden Globe-winner Jon Hamm, January Jones, Elisabeth Moss, Vincent Kartheiser, Christina Hendricks, John Slattery, Jared Harris, Rich Sommer, Aaron Staton, Robert Morse and Kiernan Shipka. Lionsgate, the leading independent filmed entertainment studio, produces the series. “Mad Men” Season 3 premieres Sunday, July 25 at 10pm ET.
About “Breaking Bad”
Created by acclaimed writer/producer/director Vince Gilligan, “Breaking Bad” follows Walter White (Bryan Cranston), a milquetoast high school chemistry teacher who discovers he is dying of lung cancer. Desperate to secure his family's financial future, Walt teams up with a former student, Jesse Pinkman (Aaron Paul), to turn a used RV into a mobile drug lab. Filmed on location in Albuquerque, NM, “Breaking Bad” season three stars 2008 and 2009 Emmy-winner Cranston, Aaron Paul, Anna Gunn, Dean Norris, Betsy Brandt, RJ Mitte, Bob Odenkirk, Giancarlo Esposito and Jonathan Banks. “Breaking Bad” is produced by High Bridge Productions, Inc. and Gran Via Productions in association with Sony Pictures Television for AMC. AMC announced in June the renewal of “Breaking Bad” for a fourth season.
About “The Prisoner”
Based on the original 1960s British series, “The Prisoner” starred Jim Caviezel in the title role of Six, a part that was originally made famous when played by McGoohan and two-time Oscar® nominee Ian McKellen as Two. AMC co-produced “The Prisoner” with UK producer Granada and ITV Productions. The mini-series was written by Bill Gallagher and directed by Nick Hurran (It’s a Boy Girl Thing, Little Black Book).
About AMC:
AMC reigns as the only network to ever win the Golden Globe® Award for Best Television Series - Drama three years in a row and the only basic cable network to win back-to-back Primetime Emmy® Awards for Outstanding Drama Series. Whether commemorating favorite films from every genre and decade from the most comprehensive library or creating acclaimed original productions, the AMC experience is an uncompromising celebration of great stories. AMC's original stories include the Emmy® Award-winning dramas Mad Men and Breaking Bad, and insightful non-scripted programming such as AMC News. AMC further demonstrates its commitment to the art of storytelling with curated movie franchises like AMC Hollywood Icon and AMC Complete Collection. Available in more than 95 million homes (Source: Nielsen Media Research), AMC is a subsidiary of Rainbow Media Holdings LLC, which includes sister networks IFC, Sundance Channel, WE tv and Wedding Central. AMC is available across all platforms, including on-air, online, on demand and mobile. AMC: Story Matters HereSM.
POYO TAKES A BITE OUT OF COMIC-CON
Image Comics announces Comic-Con variant cover for CHEW #12
Berkeley, CA - 8 July 2010 - Whether he's just the meanest rooster in town or the Devil himself, Poyo deserves all the adoration he gets, including his first convention exclusive cover on CHEW #12 at Comic-Con International 2010!
Limited to 350 copies, you can show your love for Poyo and CHEW by picking up your copy from writer John Layman and artist Rob Guillory at Image Comics booth #2729. Layman and Guillory will also have a very limited number of copies of CHEW: THE OMNIVORE EDITION, which won't be in stores until August 11, 2010.
In CHEW, Tony Chu is a detective with a secret. A weird secret. Tony Chu is cibopathic, which means he gets psychic impressions from whatever he eats. It also means he's a hell of a detective-as long as he doesn't mind nibbling on the corpse of a murder victim to figure out whodunit and why. He's been brought on by the Special Crimes Division of the FDA, the most powerful law enforcement agency on the planet, to investigate their strangest, sickest and most bizarre cases.
This gorgeous oversized OMNIVORE EDITION, loaded with extras, follows Tony for the first ten issues of IGN.com's pick for "Best Indie Series of 2009," and MTV Splash Page's "Best New Series of 2009." Collects the New York Times best sellers "Taster's Choice" and "International Flavor."
CHEW #12: POYO Variant, a 32-page full-color comic featuring a five-color cover of Poyo, will be available at Comic-Con International for $10 at Image Comics booth #2729.
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has five partners: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri and Jim Valentino. It consists of four major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit www.imagecomics.com.
Image Comics announces Comic-Con variant cover for CHEW #12
Berkeley, CA - 8 July 2010 - Whether he's just the meanest rooster in town or the Devil himself, Poyo deserves all the adoration he gets, including his first convention exclusive cover on CHEW #12 at Comic-Con International 2010!
Limited to 350 copies, you can show your love for Poyo and CHEW by picking up your copy from writer John Layman and artist Rob Guillory at Image Comics booth #2729. Layman and Guillory will also have a very limited number of copies of CHEW: THE OMNIVORE EDITION, which won't be in stores until August 11, 2010.
In CHEW, Tony Chu is a detective with a secret. A weird secret. Tony Chu is cibopathic, which means he gets psychic impressions from whatever he eats. It also means he's a hell of a detective-as long as he doesn't mind nibbling on the corpse of a murder victim to figure out whodunit and why. He's been brought on by the Special Crimes Division of the FDA, the most powerful law enforcement agency on the planet, to investigate their strangest, sickest and most bizarre cases.
This gorgeous oversized OMNIVORE EDITION, loaded with extras, follows Tony for the first ten issues of IGN.com's pick for "Best Indie Series of 2009," and MTV Splash Page's "Best New Series of 2009." Collects the New York Times best sellers "Taster's Choice" and "International Flavor."
CHEW #12: POYO Variant, a 32-page full-color comic featuring a five-color cover of Poyo, will be available at Comic-Con International for $10 at Image Comics booth #2729.
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has five partners: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri and Jim Valentino. It consists of four major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit www.imagecomics.com.
ALL THAT FOR A DOLLAR
Image Comics reprints the first issues of classic series in October's continuation of IMAGE FIRSTS: WAVE TWO
Berkeley, CA - 8 July 2010 - This Fall, Image Comics is re-presenting 10 first issues as an introduction to some of its most acclaimed titles. Each debut acts as a perfect primer to its corresponding ongoing series and collected editions. Starting in September and continuing through October, each reprinted first issue will be available for only $1.
IMAGE FIRSTS: WAVE 2 shipping this October include:
IMAGE FIRSTS: ELEPHANTMEN #1
story RICHARD STARKINGS
art MORITAT
cover LADRÖNN
OCTOBER 6
IMAGE FIRSTS: MADMAN #1
story MIKE ALLRED
art & cover MIKE ALLRED
OCTOBER 13
IMAGE FIRSTS: GODLAND #1
story JOE CASEY
art TOM SCIOLI
OCTOBER 20
IMAGE FIRSTS: HACK/SLASH #1
story TIM SEELEY
art & cover TIM SEELEY
OCTOBER 27
IMAGE FIRSTS: DEAD @ 17 #1
story JOSH HOWARD
art & cover JOSH HOWARD
OCTOBER 27
Discover some of Image Comics' best series in October with the continuation of IMAGE FIRSTS: WAVE TWO, re-releasing the first issue ELEPHANTMEN, MADMAN, RISING STARS, HACK/SLASH and DEAD@17 for only $1.
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has five partners: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri and Jim Valentino. It consists of four major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit www.imagecomics.com.
Image Comics reprints the first issues of classic series in October's continuation of IMAGE FIRSTS: WAVE TWO
Berkeley, CA - 8 July 2010 - This Fall, Image Comics is re-presenting 10 first issues as an introduction to some of its most acclaimed titles. Each debut acts as a perfect primer to its corresponding ongoing series and collected editions. Starting in September and continuing through October, each reprinted first issue will be available for only $1.
IMAGE FIRSTS: WAVE 2 shipping this October include:
IMAGE FIRSTS: ELEPHANTMEN #1
story RICHARD STARKINGS
art MORITAT
cover LADRÖNN
OCTOBER 6
IMAGE FIRSTS: MADMAN #1
story MIKE ALLRED
art & cover MIKE ALLRED
OCTOBER 13
IMAGE FIRSTS: GODLAND #1
story JOE CASEY
art TOM SCIOLI
OCTOBER 20
IMAGE FIRSTS: HACK/SLASH #1
story TIM SEELEY
art & cover TIM SEELEY
OCTOBER 27
IMAGE FIRSTS: DEAD @ 17 #1
story JOSH HOWARD
art & cover JOSH HOWARD
OCTOBER 27
Discover some of Image Comics' best series in October with the continuation of IMAGE FIRSTS: WAVE TWO, re-releasing the first issue ELEPHANTMEN, MADMAN, RISING STARS, HACK/SLASH and DEAD@17 for only $1.
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has five partners: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri and Jim Valentino. It consists of four major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit www.imagecomics.com.
Tickets On Sale, Hotel Discounts Available for the 2010 Baltimore Comic-Con!
Baltimore, Maryland - July 8, 2010 - Tickets for the Baltimore Comic-Con, to be held on August 28 and August 29, 2010 at the Baltimore Convention Center, are now on sale! Many have been asking, and we're pleased to now be able to offer the opportunity to purchase your tickets! To do so on-line, please follow http://www.ticketmaster.com/Baltimore-Convention-Center-tickets-Baltimore/venue/172201 to purchase your Two-Day, Saturday, or Sunday passes. Tickets can also be purchased in person at Cards, Comics & Collectibles of Reisterstown, MD (100A Chartley Drive, Reisterstown, MD 21136), or at any show or convention at which Cards, Comics & Collectibles is exhibiting. As with years past, we encourage you to purchase tickets ahead of the show so as not to have to wait in the ticket line.
"We've been getting a lot of questions about when tickets would be on sale this year," said Marc Nathan, promoter of the Baltimore Comic-Con. "Everyone can now solidify their travel plans, and be sure to take advantage of the discounts that the hotels around the Baltimore Convention Center are offering -- just follow the About > Hotels link off of our main webpage for details!"
We are also proud to announce that Archaia Comics and Adhouse Books will be exhibiting at the 2010 convention in addition to the already-announced Boom! Studios, Dark Horse Comics, IDW, Image Comics, Top Cow Productions, and Top Shelf Comix.
Joining our already spectacular list of comic book professional guests, we are happy to announce the following additions: Dave Aikins (SpongeBob Squarepants), Van Jensen (Pinocchio: Vampire Slayer), Norman Lee (New Mutants), Joe Linsner (Dawn: Not To Touch The Earth), Clay Mann (X-Men Legacy), Pop Mhan (Ender's Game: Mazer In Prison), Sean Murphy (Joe the Barbarian), Paul D. Storrie (Twilight Crusade: Gabriel), Timothy Truman (Conan the Cimmerian), and Kelly Yates (Doctor Who: 2010 Annual).
Guests previously announced include: Mike and Laura Allred (Madman), Sergio Aragones (Groo), Ivan Brandon (Nemesis: The Imposters), Tom Brevoort (Executive Editor, Marvel Comics), Jim Calafiore (Secret Six), Eric Canete (New Avengers: Luke Cage), Bernard Chang (Prince of Persia), Howard Chaykin (Black Kiss), Sean Chen (Nova), Cliff Chiang (Greendale), Mark Chiarello (Editor, DC Comics), Frank Cho (Ultimate Comics New Ultimates), Mike Choi (X-Force), Steve Conley (Star Trek Omnibus: The Original Series), Amanda Conner (Power Girl), Shane Davis (Superman: Earth One), Dan DiDio - Sunday only (The Outsiders, Co-Publisher, DC Comics), Al Feldstein (MAD Magazine), Francesco Francavilla (The Green Hornet: Year One), Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez (Wednesday Comics), Ron Garney (Wolverine: Weapon X), Sterling Gates (Supergirl), Bryan J.L. Glass (Mice Templar), Michael Golden (Marvel 1602: Spider-Man), Cully Hamner (Detective Comics), Dean Haspiel (ACT-I-VATE), Jonathan Hickman (Fantastic Four), Greg Horn (Green Lantern), Adam Hughes (Wonder Woman), Jamal Igle (Supergirl), Georges Jeanty (Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Geoff Johns - Sunday only (Blackest Night, Chief Creative Officer, DC Comics), J.G. Jones (DC Universe Legacies), Denis Kitchen (Oddly Compelling Art of Denis Kitchen), Barry Kitson (Iron Man 2 Prequel), Rich Koslowski (BB Wolf and the 3 LPs), Greg LaRocque (The Exiled), Erik Larsen (Savage Dragon), Steve Lieber (Underground), Luna Brothers (The Sword), David Mack (Kabuki), Laura Martin (Girl Comics), Ron Marz (Witchblade), Todd McFarlane - Saturday only (Spawn), Mark McKenna (Banana Tail), Mike McKone (Avengers Academy), Bob McLeod (New Mutants Forever), Terry Moore (Echo, SiP), Mark Morales (Siege), Chris Moreno (Toy Story), Steve Niles (30 Days of Night), Phil Noto (Avengers: The Origin), Ryan Ottley (Invincible), Jimmy Palmiotti (Jonah Hex), Jeff Parker (Thunderbolts), Lauren Perry (Blank-ees), David Petersen (Mouse Guard), Brandon Peterson (Ultimate Extinction), Chris Pitzer (Publisher, Adhouse Books), Paul Pope (Wednesday Comics), Eric Powell (The Goon), Jack Purcell (Gotham City Sirens), Mike Raicht (The Stuff of Legend), Tom Raney (Black Widow: Deadly Origin), Chris Roberson (I, Zombi), James Robinson (Justice League of America), Budd Root (Cavewoman), Don Rosa (Uncle Scrooge), Craig Rousseau (Marvel Her-Oes), Stephane Roux (Zatanna), Jim Rugg (Afrodisiac), Tim Sale courtesy of Hero Initiative (Captain America White), Ian Sattler (Editor, DC Comics), Stuart Sayger (Bram Stoker's Death Ship), Bob Schreck (Jurassic Park), Jim Shooter (Magnus, Robot Fighter), Louise Simonson (X-Factor Forever), Walter Simonson (Thor), Andy Smith (WildC.A.T.S.), John K. Snyder III (The A-Team: Shotgun Wedding), Allison Sohn (Star Wars sketchcard artist), Jim Starlin (Dreadstar), Brian Stelfreeze (The Authority: The Lost Year), Karl Story (Zatanna), Billy Tan (Shadowland), Ben Templesmith sponsored by Laughing Ogre Comics (Choker), Mark Texeira (X-Men: Origins), Herb Trimpe (Incredible Hulk), Billy Tucci (Shi), Dexter Vines (Ultimate Avengers), Neil Vokes (Superman Adventures), Doug Wagner (World of Warcraft: Horde), Matt Wagner (The Green Hornet: Year One), Mark Waid (Irredeemable, Editor-in-Chief, Boom! Studios), Marv Wolfman (New Teen Titans), John Workman (Heavy Metal), Bernie Wrightson (Swamp Thing), and Chrissie Zullo (Cinderella: From Fabletown With Love).
In coming weeks, look for more announcements from the Baltimore Comic-Con. We are looking forward to highlighting our guests, the Harvey Awards, industry exclusives, and programming. The latest developments can always be found at our website (http://www.baltimorecomiccon.com/), Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/baltimorecomics), Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/baltimorecomiccon), MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/baltimorecomics), and ComicSpace (http://www.comicspace.com/baltimorecomicon) pages.
This year's Baltimore Comic-Con will be held August 28-29, 2010. Convention hours are Saturday 10 AM to 6 PM and Sunday 10 AM to 5 PM. The ceremony and banquet for the Harvey Awards will be held Saturday night, August 28th.
Contact Information
Please use the following e-mail addresses to contact the Baltimore Comic-Con:
press@baltimorecomiccon.com - for any general press inquiries or to be added to our PR distribution
promoter@baltimorecomiccon.com - for requesting exhibitor, publisher, and Artist Alley applications
registrar@baltimorecomiccon.com - for inquiries about submitted registrations
harveys@baltimorecomiccon.com - for communications regarding the Harvey Awards ceremony and banquet
general@baltimorecomiccon.com - for general Baltimore Comic-Con inquiries
About The Baltimore Comic-Con
The Baltimore Comic-Con is celebrating its 11th year of bringing the comic book industry to the Baltimore and Washington D.C. area. With a guest list unequaled in the industry, the Baltimore Comic-Con will be held August 28-29, 2010. For more information, please visit www.baltimorecomiccon.com.
About The Harvey Awards
The Harvey Awards are one of the comic book industry's oldest and most respected awards. With a history of over 20 years, the last 5 in conjunction with the Baltimore Comic-Con, the Harveys recognize outstanding achievements in over 20 categories. They are the only industry awards nominated and selected by the full body of comic book professionals. For more information, please visit www.harveyawards.org.
Baltimore, Maryland - July 8, 2010 - Tickets for the Baltimore Comic-Con, to be held on August 28 and August 29, 2010 at the Baltimore Convention Center, are now on sale! Many have been asking, and we're pleased to now be able to offer the opportunity to purchase your tickets! To do so on-line, please follow http://www.ticketmaster.com/Baltimore-Convention-Center-tickets-Baltimore/venue/172201 to purchase your Two-Day, Saturday, or Sunday passes. Tickets can also be purchased in person at Cards, Comics & Collectibles of Reisterstown, MD (100A Chartley Drive, Reisterstown, MD 21136), or at any show or convention at which Cards, Comics & Collectibles is exhibiting. As with years past, we encourage you to purchase tickets ahead of the show so as not to have to wait in the ticket line.
"We've been getting a lot of questions about when tickets would be on sale this year," said Marc Nathan, promoter of the Baltimore Comic-Con. "Everyone can now solidify their travel plans, and be sure to take advantage of the discounts that the hotels around the Baltimore Convention Center are offering -- just follow the About > Hotels link off of our main webpage for details!"
We are also proud to announce that Archaia Comics and Adhouse Books will be exhibiting at the 2010 convention in addition to the already-announced Boom! Studios, Dark Horse Comics, IDW, Image Comics, Top Cow Productions, and Top Shelf Comix.
Joining our already spectacular list of comic book professional guests, we are happy to announce the following additions: Dave Aikins (SpongeBob Squarepants), Van Jensen (Pinocchio: Vampire Slayer), Norman Lee (New Mutants), Joe Linsner (Dawn: Not To Touch The Earth), Clay Mann (X-Men Legacy), Pop Mhan (Ender's Game: Mazer In Prison), Sean Murphy (Joe the Barbarian), Paul D. Storrie (Twilight Crusade: Gabriel), Timothy Truman (Conan the Cimmerian), and Kelly Yates (Doctor Who: 2010 Annual).
Guests previously announced include: Mike and Laura Allred (Madman), Sergio Aragones (Groo), Ivan Brandon (Nemesis: The Imposters), Tom Brevoort (Executive Editor, Marvel Comics), Jim Calafiore (Secret Six), Eric Canete (New Avengers: Luke Cage), Bernard Chang (Prince of Persia), Howard Chaykin (Black Kiss), Sean Chen (Nova), Cliff Chiang (Greendale), Mark Chiarello (Editor, DC Comics), Frank Cho (Ultimate Comics New Ultimates), Mike Choi (X-Force), Steve Conley (Star Trek Omnibus: The Original Series), Amanda Conner (Power Girl), Shane Davis (Superman: Earth One), Dan DiDio - Sunday only (The Outsiders, Co-Publisher, DC Comics), Al Feldstein (MAD Magazine), Francesco Francavilla (The Green Hornet: Year One), Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez (Wednesday Comics), Ron Garney (Wolverine: Weapon X), Sterling Gates (Supergirl), Bryan J.L. Glass (Mice Templar), Michael Golden (Marvel 1602: Spider-Man), Cully Hamner (Detective Comics), Dean Haspiel (ACT-I-VATE), Jonathan Hickman (Fantastic Four), Greg Horn (Green Lantern), Adam Hughes (Wonder Woman), Jamal Igle (Supergirl), Georges Jeanty (Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Geoff Johns - Sunday only (Blackest Night, Chief Creative Officer, DC Comics), J.G. Jones (DC Universe Legacies), Denis Kitchen (Oddly Compelling Art of Denis Kitchen), Barry Kitson (Iron Man 2 Prequel), Rich Koslowski (BB Wolf and the 3 LPs), Greg LaRocque (The Exiled), Erik Larsen (Savage Dragon), Steve Lieber (Underground), Luna Brothers (The Sword), David Mack (Kabuki), Laura Martin (Girl Comics), Ron Marz (Witchblade), Todd McFarlane - Saturday only (Spawn), Mark McKenna (Banana Tail), Mike McKone (Avengers Academy), Bob McLeod (New Mutants Forever), Terry Moore (Echo, SiP), Mark Morales (Siege), Chris Moreno (Toy Story), Steve Niles (30 Days of Night), Phil Noto (Avengers: The Origin), Ryan Ottley (Invincible), Jimmy Palmiotti (Jonah Hex), Jeff Parker (Thunderbolts), Lauren Perry (Blank-ees), David Petersen (Mouse Guard), Brandon Peterson (Ultimate Extinction), Chris Pitzer (Publisher, Adhouse Books), Paul Pope (Wednesday Comics), Eric Powell (The Goon), Jack Purcell (Gotham City Sirens), Mike Raicht (The Stuff of Legend), Tom Raney (Black Widow: Deadly Origin), Chris Roberson (I, Zombi), James Robinson (Justice League of America), Budd Root (Cavewoman), Don Rosa (Uncle Scrooge), Craig Rousseau (Marvel Her-Oes), Stephane Roux (Zatanna), Jim Rugg (Afrodisiac), Tim Sale courtesy of Hero Initiative (Captain America White), Ian Sattler (Editor, DC Comics), Stuart Sayger (Bram Stoker's Death Ship), Bob Schreck (Jurassic Park), Jim Shooter (Magnus, Robot Fighter), Louise Simonson (X-Factor Forever), Walter Simonson (Thor), Andy Smith (WildC.A.T.S.), John K. Snyder III (The A-Team: Shotgun Wedding), Allison Sohn (Star Wars sketchcard artist), Jim Starlin (Dreadstar), Brian Stelfreeze (The Authority: The Lost Year), Karl Story (Zatanna), Billy Tan (Shadowland), Ben Templesmith sponsored by Laughing Ogre Comics (Choker), Mark Texeira (X-Men: Origins), Herb Trimpe (Incredible Hulk), Billy Tucci (Shi), Dexter Vines (Ultimate Avengers), Neil Vokes (Superman Adventures), Doug Wagner (World of Warcraft: Horde), Matt Wagner (The Green Hornet: Year One), Mark Waid (Irredeemable, Editor-in-Chief, Boom! Studios), Marv Wolfman (New Teen Titans), John Workman (Heavy Metal), Bernie Wrightson (Swamp Thing), and Chrissie Zullo (Cinderella: From Fabletown With Love).
In coming weeks, look for more announcements from the Baltimore Comic-Con. We are looking forward to highlighting our guests, the Harvey Awards, industry exclusives, and programming. The latest developments can always be found at our website (http://www.baltimorecomiccon.com/), Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/baltimorecomics), Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/baltimorecomiccon), MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/baltimorecomics), and ComicSpace (http://www.comicspace.com/baltimorecomicon) pages.
This year's Baltimore Comic-Con will be held August 28-29, 2010. Convention hours are Saturday 10 AM to 6 PM and Sunday 10 AM to 5 PM. The ceremony and banquet for the Harvey Awards will be held Saturday night, August 28th.
Contact Information
Please use the following e-mail addresses to contact the Baltimore Comic-Con:
press@baltimorecomiccon.com - for any general press inquiries or to be added to our PR distribution
promoter@baltimorecomiccon.com - for requesting exhibitor, publisher, and Artist Alley applications
registrar@baltimorecomiccon.com - for inquiries about submitted registrations
harveys@baltimorecomiccon.com - for communications regarding the Harvey Awards ceremony and banquet
general@baltimorecomiccon.com - for general Baltimore Comic-Con inquiries
About The Baltimore Comic-Con
The Baltimore Comic-Con is celebrating its 11th year of bringing the comic book industry to the Baltimore and Washington D.C. area. With a guest list unequaled in the industry, the Baltimore Comic-Con will be held August 28-29, 2010. For more information, please visit www.baltimorecomiccon.com.
About The Harvey Awards
The Harvey Awards are one of the comic book industry's oldest and most respected awards. With a history of over 20 years, the last 5 in conjunction with the Baltimore Comic-Con, the Harveys recognize outstanding achievements in over 20 categories. They are the only industry awards nominated and selected by the full body of comic book professionals. For more information, please visit www.harveyawards.org.
Web-Comics Auction To Benefit The Gulf Of Mexico
Web-cartoonists from around the country and beyond have answered Carly Monardo's call for original art donations. The donated artwork is being auctioned off on Ebay with 100% of the profits going to The Colbert Nation Gulf Of America Fund, managed by the Baton Rouge Area Foundation.
July 8, 2010 -- The first auctions went live on Monday, July 5th, with new 5 or more artists being added each day. Response has been extremely positive and fans seem enthusiastic to bid on their favorite creators' work. The final set of auctions will launch tomorrow, July 9th (Friday). Each individual auction lasts for a total of 10 days.
Monardo, a color-stylist for Adult Swim's hit series Venture Bros., was inspired to organize the event after seeing how successful her colleague Thomas Bayne's animation auction had been. Bayne's auction (which has already raised thousands of dollars for the Gulf Of America Fund) featured original production drawings from Venture Bros., many signed by creator Jackson Public and members of the show's cast.
The Web-Comics Auction has attracted talents from around the world, including fan-favorites Kate Beaton ("Hark! A Vagrant"), Anthony Clark ("Nedroid"), Christopher Hastings ("The Adventures Of Dr. McNinja), and Michael "Mookie" Terracciano ("Dominic Deegan: Oracle For Hire). There are even contributions from non-cartoonists, such as Brandon Bird, who was recently profiled in Newsweek for his bizarre celebrity portraits.
The official web-site for the auction has a full list of contributors, a schedule with links to each live auction, and links to additional information on the charitable fund the profits will be donated to. It is located at: http://www.lasagnachildren.com/Gulf
Contact:
Carly Monardo, auction organizer
carly.monardo@gmail.com
917-622-0807
http://www.whirringblender.com
Web-cartoonists from around the country and beyond have answered Carly Monardo's call for original art donations. The donated artwork is being auctioned off on Ebay with 100% of the profits going to The Colbert Nation Gulf Of America Fund, managed by the Baton Rouge Area Foundation.
July 8, 2010 -- The first auctions went live on Monday, July 5th, with new 5 or more artists being added each day. Response has been extremely positive and fans seem enthusiastic to bid on their favorite creators' work. The final set of auctions will launch tomorrow, July 9th (Friday). Each individual auction lasts for a total of 10 days.
Monardo, a color-stylist for Adult Swim's hit series Venture Bros., was inspired to organize the event after seeing how successful her colleague Thomas Bayne's animation auction had been. Bayne's auction (which has already raised thousands of dollars for the Gulf Of America Fund) featured original production drawings from Venture Bros., many signed by creator Jackson Public and members of the show's cast.
The Web-Comics Auction has attracted talents from around the world, including fan-favorites Kate Beaton ("Hark! A Vagrant"), Anthony Clark ("Nedroid"), Christopher Hastings ("The Adventures Of Dr. McNinja), and Michael "Mookie" Terracciano ("Dominic Deegan: Oracle For Hire). There are even contributions from non-cartoonists, such as Brandon Bird, who was recently profiled in Newsweek for his bizarre celebrity portraits.
The official web-site for the auction has a full list of contributors, a schedule with links to each live auction, and links to additional information on the charitable fund the profits will be donated to. It is located at: http://www.lasagnachildren.com/Gulf
Contact:
Carly Monardo, auction organizer
carly.monardo@gmail.com
917-622-0807
http://www.whirringblender.com
Wednesday, July 07, 2010
Telltale Game’s Popular Wallace & Gromit Game Now Available on iPad
Aardman Animations Inventive Duo Now as Close as the Nearest Touch Screen
SAN RAFAEL, Calif. – July 7, 2010 – Telltale Inc, the leading independent digital publisher and developer of episodic interactive entertainment, is pleased to announce that Wallace & Gromit: The Last Resort is available on the AppStore for iPad! Now, fans of Wallace & Gromit can download the game and immediately experience the adventure, fun and humor of Aardman Animations’ most famous inventors via the touch screen of the iPad.
Wallace & Gromit: The Last Resort joins Telltale’s recently released Sam & Max: The Penal Zone and the upcoming Puzzle Agent on the iPad as part of Telltale Games slate of AppStore releases.
Wallace & Gromit: The Last Resort is fun for the whole family and is available at the affordable price of $4.99 in the US and for £2.99 and €3.99 “across the pond”.
In The Last Resort, Wallace and his faithful pooch Gromit, embark on an ambitious new venture laced with unexpected (and always amusing) complications. When Wallace & Gromit construct a makeshift resort (complete with waterslide) in their basement, the shenanigans begin! It’s a lovely holiday but before long there is the mystery to solve and misadventures to happen upon. It is up to Wallace & Gromit to find the clues and solve the mystery with a little help from Wallace's latest invention, the Deduct-o-matic (and your iPad!).
Follow the link to go directly to the Wallace & Gromit: The Last Resort page on the AppStore: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/wallace-gromit-the-last-resort/id374089452?mt=8
About Wallace & Gromit
Wallace
An endearing and affable inventor. Ever enthusiastic, Wallace's hair-brained, over-ambitious, yet well intentioned ideas consistently get him and his faithful hound into trouble. A definite penchant for cheese and crackers, not to mention fashionable knitwear!
Gromit
Wallace's long-suffering loyal pooch. Gromit cares greatly for Wallace even though he's often railroaded into his master’s mad-cap plans. Though cultured and sensitive, preferring order and the quiet life, Gromit displays amazing courage and heroism when it comes to getting his master out of self-made scrapes. Always showing astonishing initiative, Gromit is definitely the intelligent one of the pair.
About Telltale, Inc.
Telltale is the first and only studio to release interactive episodic content on a monthly schedule. The studio's landmark Sam & Max series, based on the independent comics by Steve Purcell, paved the way for episodic gaming with two award-winning seasons available on PC and Wii, and coming soon to Xbox LIVE® Arcade. Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People, based on the Homestarrunner.com web cartoons, soon followed as the first episodic series for WiiWare™. Telltale's latest series, Wallace & Gromit's Grand Adventures, is now releasing monthly on PC and will debut this spring on Xbox LIVE Arcade.
Telltale's other games include two installments in Ubisoft's CSI series, based on the most popular television franchise in the United States, and two games based on the best-selling Bone comics by Jeff Smith. Telltale's games have won numerous awards, including Adventure Game of the Year accolades from publications such as IGN, PC Gamer, GameSpy, and Adventure Gamers, and have been recognized by mainstream outlets ranging from The New York Times to Variety to Playboy. USA Today ranked Wallace & Gromit's Grand Adventures among five downloadable games to watch for in 2009.
Telltale currently develops and publishes episodic series on PC, Wii, and Xbox 360, with plans to expand to additional platforms and channels in the coming year. For more information, visit http://www.telltalegames.com.
About Aardman
Aardman, based in Bristol (UK), co-founded and run by Peter Lord and David Sproxton, is a world leader in animation. It produces feature films, television series and television commercials for both the domestic and international market. The studio has won over 400 international awards, including 4 Oscars(R).
Aardman's multi-award winning productions are novel, entertaining, brilliantly characterized and full of charm that reflects the unique talent, energy and personal commitment of the very special people who make up the Aardman team. The studio's work is often imitated and yet the company continues to lead the field producing a rare brand of visually stunning and amusing independent and commercial productions. www.aardman.com
Aardman Animations Inventive Duo Now as Close as the Nearest Touch Screen
SAN RAFAEL, Calif. – July 7, 2010 – Telltale Inc, the leading independent digital publisher and developer of episodic interactive entertainment, is pleased to announce that Wallace & Gromit: The Last Resort is available on the AppStore for iPad! Now, fans of Wallace & Gromit can download the game and immediately experience the adventure, fun and humor of Aardman Animations’ most famous inventors via the touch screen of the iPad.
Wallace & Gromit: The Last Resort joins Telltale’s recently released Sam & Max: The Penal Zone and the upcoming Puzzle Agent on the iPad as part of Telltale Games slate of AppStore releases.
Wallace & Gromit: The Last Resort is fun for the whole family and is available at the affordable price of $4.99 in the US and for £2.99 and €3.99 “across the pond”.
In The Last Resort, Wallace and his faithful pooch Gromit, embark on an ambitious new venture laced with unexpected (and always amusing) complications. When Wallace & Gromit construct a makeshift resort (complete with waterslide) in their basement, the shenanigans begin! It’s a lovely holiday but before long there is the mystery to solve and misadventures to happen upon. It is up to Wallace & Gromit to find the clues and solve the mystery with a little help from Wallace's latest invention, the Deduct-o-matic (and your iPad!).
Follow the link to go directly to the Wallace & Gromit: The Last Resort page on the AppStore: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/wallace-gromit-the-last-resort/id374089452?mt=8
About Wallace & Gromit
Wallace
An endearing and affable inventor. Ever enthusiastic, Wallace's hair-brained, over-ambitious, yet well intentioned ideas consistently get him and his faithful hound into trouble. A definite penchant for cheese and crackers, not to mention fashionable knitwear!
Gromit
Wallace's long-suffering loyal pooch. Gromit cares greatly for Wallace even though he's often railroaded into his master’s mad-cap plans. Though cultured and sensitive, preferring order and the quiet life, Gromit displays amazing courage and heroism when it comes to getting his master out of self-made scrapes. Always showing astonishing initiative, Gromit is definitely the intelligent one of the pair.
About Telltale, Inc.
Telltale is the first and only studio to release interactive episodic content on a monthly schedule. The studio's landmark Sam & Max series, based on the independent comics by Steve Purcell, paved the way for episodic gaming with two award-winning seasons available on PC and Wii, and coming soon to Xbox LIVE® Arcade. Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People, based on the Homestarrunner.com web cartoons, soon followed as the first episodic series for WiiWare™. Telltale's latest series, Wallace & Gromit's Grand Adventures, is now releasing monthly on PC and will debut this spring on Xbox LIVE Arcade.
Telltale's other games include two installments in Ubisoft's CSI series, based on the most popular television franchise in the United States, and two games based on the best-selling Bone comics by Jeff Smith. Telltale's games have won numerous awards, including Adventure Game of the Year accolades from publications such as IGN, PC Gamer, GameSpy, and Adventure Gamers, and have been recognized by mainstream outlets ranging from The New York Times to Variety to Playboy. USA Today ranked Wallace & Gromit's Grand Adventures among five downloadable games to watch for in 2009.
Telltale currently develops and publishes episodic series on PC, Wii, and Xbox 360, with plans to expand to additional platforms and channels in the coming year. For more information, visit http://www.telltalegames.com.
About Aardman
Aardman, based in Bristol (UK), co-founded and run by Peter Lord and David Sproxton, is a world leader in animation. It produces feature films, television series and television commercials for both the domestic and international market. The studio has won over 400 international awards, including 4 Oscars(R).
Aardman's multi-award winning productions are novel, entertaining, brilliantly characterized and full of charm that reflects the unique talent, energy and personal commitment of the very special people who make up the Aardman team. The studio's work is often imitated and yet the company continues to lead the field producing a rare brand of visually stunning and amusing independent and commercial productions. www.aardman.com
Comic Book Content Boom Explodes Into Animation
Independent Movie Studio Solipsist Films Options Atomik Mike
for Animated Feature Film Development
[July 7, 2010 – Port St. Lucie, FL] Independent creators are proving that it doesn’t take a large studio to come up with a money making idea. The summer 2008 blockbusterWanted started life as an independent comic book by Top Cow. Since release, the movie has raked in more than $340 million worldwide. Before Wanted, there was Dark Horse Comics’ Hellboy, which captured $260 million worldwide between two films. Now, the indies are taking their next step, into animation, as Frozen Beach Studios announces that the comic book series Atomik Mike has been optioned by Solipsist Films for animated feature film development.
Atomik Mike was originally released as a comic book with Alias Entertainment in May 2006. The second series and two trade paperbacks were released by Desperado Publishing. The comic book series follows the misadventures of Mike Connors and his salvage company crew as they pursue Captain Tariq and Mr. Peck, the two men responsible for transforming Mike into a monkey.
“Atomik Mike is a wonderful creation by the guys at Frozen Beach. Great story telling and we cannot wait to bring Atomik Mike and this world to life, “said the President of Solipsist Films, Stephen L’Heureux. Solipsist Films tapped into the entrepreneurial studio Root Films to lead the production process. Root Films will be writing, directing and overseeing design and animation with creative input from Frozen Beach throughout the process. “"The opportunity to work with Zack and Ed on our second collaboration with such a rich brand and layered characters was something we could not pass up," L’Heureux remarked.
Stephan Nilson, president of Frozen Beach Studios, started his work with comics in 2001 with a limited budget, a small pool of independent readers and fierce competition. Today, Nilson has optioned several of his titles. In addition to Atomik Mike, Solipsist has optioned the Frozen Beach Studios title Upgraded. The Pound, scheduled for comic book release in Fall 2010, is optioned for theatrical development by Kevin Spacey’s production company, Trigger Street. Government Bodies, originally released under the Across the Pond Studios imprint, is optioned with Nu Image for television development with Nilson attached to write the pilot.
Nilson readily offers advice to would-be creators. “I guess the best advice I could give is to make sure your work is professional. Whether it’s a comic or script, TV or movie, honestly compare it to other works in the market. You have to be honest with yourself. Does it truly stack up to what people are paying to read and watch? If it doesn’t go back and fix it, and never go with your first draft no matter how awesome you think it is. There will always be something to tighten up.”
Nilson is represented by William Morris Endeavor. Visit Frozen Beach Studios at San Diego Comic Con 2010, Booth #2107.
About Frozen Beach Studios
Frozen Beach Studios was established in 2009 by Stephan Nilson, Charles Pritchett and Wesley Gunn, as a studio which produces comics, graphic novels, television series and movies. Together the three creators have over thirty years experience in writing, print production, animation and film making. Their combined skill set results in a perfect balance of talent and experience required to create and produce any project from start to finish. The name Frozen Beach Studios is a homage to the creators’ home bases in sunny Florida, the seasonal New York and the frozen coast of Prince Edward Island. Visit Frozen Beach Studios online at www.frozenbeachstudios.com/ to view a complete list of published titles.
About Solipsist Films
Solipsist Films is live action feature film, television and animation production company. Originally established in 2005 to service the feature film, feature animation, high quality television and video game markets by producer Stephen L’Heureux, Solipsist is one of a very select few with a successful production background in all media of entertainment production. The studio is known for its particular expertise in developing and producing theatrical films and television programming based upon comic books and graphic novels. Solipsist Films is currently in production on the animated feature The Inventors and preparing to begin Frank Miller's Sin City 2 with Frank Miller and Robert Rodriguez in the fall of 2010.
About Root Films
Root Films is a creative partnership launched by Zack Keller and Ed Skudder with the goal of telling engaging and imaginative stories across all mediums. After breaking ground with commercials, music videos and short films, the pair is currently directing their first feature film, The Inventors.
Independent Movie Studio Solipsist Films Options Atomik Mike
for Animated Feature Film Development
[July 7, 2010 – Port St. Lucie, FL] Independent creators are proving that it doesn’t take a large studio to come up with a money making idea. The summer 2008 blockbusterWanted started life as an independent comic book by Top Cow. Since release, the movie has raked in more than $340 million worldwide. Before Wanted, there was Dark Horse Comics’ Hellboy, which captured $260 million worldwide between two films. Now, the indies are taking their next step, into animation, as Frozen Beach Studios announces that the comic book series Atomik Mike has been optioned by Solipsist Films for animated feature film development.
Atomik Mike was originally released as a comic book with Alias Entertainment in May 2006. The second series and two trade paperbacks were released by Desperado Publishing. The comic book series follows the misadventures of Mike Connors and his salvage company crew as they pursue Captain Tariq and Mr. Peck, the two men responsible for transforming Mike into a monkey.
“Atomik Mike is a wonderful creation by the guys at Frozen Beach. Great story telling and we cannot wait to bring Atomik Mike and this world to life, “said the President of Solipsist Films, Stephen L’Heureux. Solipsist Films tapped into the entrepreneurial studio Root Films to lead the production process. Root Films will be writing, directing and overseeing design and animation with creative input from Frozen Beach throughout the process. “"The opportunity to work with Zack and Ed on our second collaboration with such a rich brand and layered characters was something we could not pass up," L’Heureux remarked.
Stephan Nilson, president of Frozen Beach Studios, started his work with comics in 2001 with a limited budget, a small pool of independent readers and fierce competition. Today, Nilson has optioned several of his titles. In addition to Atomik Mike, Solipsist has optioned the Frozen Beach Studios title Upgraded. The Pound, scheduled for comic book release in Fall 2010, is optioned for theatrical development by Kevin Spacey’s production company, Trigger Street. Government Bodies, originally released under the Across the Pond Studios imprint, is optioned with Nu Image for television development with Nilson attached to write the pilot.
Nilson readily offers advice to would-be creators. “I guess the best advice I could give is to make sure your work is professional. Whether it’s a comic or script, TV or movie, honestly compare it to other works in the market. You have to be honest with yourself. Does it truly stack up to what people are paying to read and watch? If it doesn’t go back and fix it, and never go with your first draft no matter how awesome you think it is. There will always be something to tighten up.”
Nilson is represented by William Morris Endeavor. Visit Frozen Beach Studios at San Diego Comic Con 2010, Booth #2107.
About Frozen Beach Studios
Frozen Beach Studios was established in 2009 by Stephan Nilson, Charles Pritchett and Wesley Gunn, as a studio which produces comics, graphic novels, television series and movies. Together the three creators have over thirty years experience in writing, print production, animation and film making. Their combined skill set results in a perfect balance of talent and experience required to create and produce any project from start to finish. The name Frozen Beach Studios is a homage to the creators’ home bases in sunny Florida, the seasonal New York and the frozen coast of Prince Edward Island. Visit Frozen Beach Studios online at www.frozenbeachstudios.com/ to view a complete list of published titles.
About Solipsist Films
Solipsist Films is live action feature film, television and animation production company. Originally established in 2005 to service the feature film, feature animation, high quality television and video game markets by producer Stephen L’Heureux, Solipsist is one of a very select few with a successful production background in all media of entertainment production. The studio is known for its particular expertise in developing and producing theatrical films and television programming based upon comic books and graphic novels. Solipsist Films is currently in production on the animated feature The Inventors and preparing to begin Frank Miller's Sin City 2 with Frank Miller and Robert Rodriguez in the fall of 2010.
About Root Films
Root Films is a creative partnership launched by Zack Keller and Ed Skudder with the goal of telling engaging and imaginative stories across all mediums. After breaking ground with commercials, music videos and short films, the pair is currently directing their first feature film, The Inventors.
Tuesday, July 06, 2010
TELLING TALES AT COMIC-CON
FRACTURED FABLES All-Stars Line up for Exclusive Signings at Comic-Con International 2010
Berkeley, CA - 6 July 2010 - FRACTURED FABLES, a star-studded all-ages anthology from Shadowline and Image Comics, will have its coming out party at Comic-Con, and creators are lining up for exclusive signings at the Image Comics booth to celebrate!
You'll find the following FRACTURED FABLES creators at Image Comics booth #2729 during Comic-Con International 2010:
Thursday, July 22
3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Camilla D’Errico, Phil Hester, Derek McCulloch, Bill Morrison, Ted McKeever, Anthony Peruzzo, Ben Templesmith, Doug TenNapel
Saturday, July 24
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Brian Haberlin, Royden Lepp, Larry Marder, Whilce Portacio, Nick Spencer, Shannon Wheeler, Jill Thompson, Josh Williamson
Some of the comic book industry's best and brightest use their talents to produce the kid-friendly anthology FRACTURED FABLES. Featuring a cover by MIKE and LAURA ALLRED and humorous takes on familiar fairy tales, creators include JILL THOMPSON, BRYAN TALBOT, PETER DAVID, BEN TEMPLESMITH, TERRY MOORE, SCOTT MORSE, DOUG TENNAPEL, TED McKEEVER, BILL MORRISON, LARRY MARDER, JIM VALENTINO, PHIL HESTER, SHANNON WHEELER and many more!
FRACTURED FABLES, a 160-page full color hardcover anthology featuring an all-star cast of creators, will be available for $29.99 and in stores July 14, 2010. FRACTURED FABLES creators will join Image Comics at booth #2729 during Comic-Con International 2010 for a pair of exclusive signings.
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has five partners: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri and Jim Valentino. It consists of four major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit www.imagecomics.com.
FRACTURED FABLES All-Stars Line up for Exclusive Signings at Comic-Con International 2010
Berkeley, CA - 6 July 2010 - FRACTURED FABLES, a star-studded all-ages anthology from Shadowline and Image Comics, will have its coming out party at Comic-Con, and creators are lining up for exclusive signings at the Image Comics booth to celebrate!
You'll find the following FRACTURED FABLES creators at Image Comics booth #2729 during Comic-Con International 2010:
Thursday, July 22
3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Camilla D’Errico, Phil Hester, Derek McCulloch, Bill Morrison, Ted McKeever, Anthony Peruzzo, Ben Templesmith, Doug TenNapel
Saturday, July 24
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Brian Haberlin, Royden Lepp, Larry Marder, Whilce Portacio, Nick Spencer, Shannon Wheeler, Jill Thompson, Josh Williamson
Some of the comic book industry's best and brightest use their talents to produce the kid-friendly anthology FRACTURED FABLES. Featuring a cover by MIKE and LAURA ALLRED and humorous takes on familiar fairy tales, creators include JILL THOMPSON, BRYAN TALBOT, PETER DAVID, BEN TEMPLESMITH, TERRY MOORE, SCOTT MORSE, DOUG TENNAPEL, TED McKEEVER, BILL MORRISON, LARRY MARDER, JIM VALENTINO, PHIL HESTER, SHANNON WHEELER and many more!
FRACTURED FABLES, a 160-page full color hardcover anthology featuring an all-star cast of creators, will be available for $29.99 and in stores July 14, 2010. FRACTURED FABLES creators will join Image Comics at booth #2729 during Comic-Con International 2010 for a pair of exclusive signings.
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has five partners: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri and Jim Valentino. It consists of four major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit www.imagecomics.com.
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