Friday, July 11, 2014


RUSS MANNING AWARD NOMINEE VANESA R. DEL REY'S ART SPOTLIGHTED IN 'HIT: PEN & INK'
 
Hit: Pen & Ink
HIT: PEN & INK Cover by Vanesa R. Del Rey
 
July 11, 2014 - Los Angeles, CA - Award-winning publisher BOOM! Studios is pleased to announce the October debut of the newest comic to join the PEN & INK program, HIT: PEN & INK. Following the first two PEN & INK books that focused on the art of Brian Stelfreeze and Humberto Ramos, this oversized book collects issues #1-2 of the HIT miniseries, presenting Russ Manning Most Promising Newcomer Award-nominated Vanesa R. Del Rey’s original linework at the true artboard dimensions of 11” x 17”, complete with creative, behind-the-scenes commentary from both Del Rey and creator and writer Bryce Carlson. This edition takes a closer look at her timeless, haunting artwork on HIT, her comics debut.
“BOOM! is based in Los Angeles, so HIT is a personal look into the complicated history of our city,” said BOOM! Studios Editor-in-Chief Matt Gagnon.“Vanesa was such an amazing find. She’s incredibly talented and she garnered a lot of attention for her work, and deservedly so. We just had to strip HIT’s art down to the bare inks and show off her craft in-depth. She and Bryce have included some fascinating commentary that’s going to be a real treat for all you process-piece fans out there.”
Gain a whole new appreciation of HIT, our critically acclaimed detective noir series set in 1955 Los Angeles, in HIT: PEN & INK. While infamous gangster Mickey Cohen rots in a prison cell, clandestine groups of LAPD detectives moonlight as sanctioned hitmen known as “Hit Squads.” HIT: PEN & INK will give you a deeper understanding of the creative decisions that went into this series with insightful commentary by writer Bryce Carlson and artist Vanesa R. Del Rey (THE EMPTY MAN, Zero).
HIT: PEN & INK #1 arrives in comic book shops on October 29th with a cover by Vanesa R. Del Rey for the price of $14.99. Not sure where to find your nearest comic retailer? Use comicshoplocator.com or findacomicshop.com to find one!
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ABOUT BOOM! STUDIOS
Founded by Ross Richie in 2005, Diamond Gem Award-winning “Best Publisher” BOOM! Studios (boom-studios.com) generates a constellation of best-selling Eisner and Harvey Award-winning original and licensed comic books and graphic novels with the industry’s top talent. BOOM! Studios is the home of Mike Carey’s SUICIDE RISK, Clive Barker’s NEXT TESTAMENT and HELLRAISER, Paul Jenkins and Humberto Ramos’ FAIRY QUEST, PLANET OF THE APES, Max Bemis’ POLARITY and Mark Waid’s IRREDEEMABLE. Steven Grant’s graphic novel 2 GUNS was recently released as a feature film from Universal Pictures, starring Denzel Washington and Mark Wahlberg. BOOM!’s all-ages imprint KaBOOM! publishes Charles Schulz’ PEANUTS, Jim Davis’ GARFIELD, Cartoon Network’s ADVENTURE TIME and REGULAR SHOW, Mike Kunkel’s HEROBEAR AND THE KID, and Roger Langridge’s Eisner Award-winning SNARKED. In June 2013, BOOM! acquired Archaia Entertainment (archaia.com). Archaia is the Eisner and Harvey Award-winning graphic novel publisher of MOUSE GUARD, COW BOY, GUNNERKRIGG COURT, RUST, SPERA, JIM HENSON’S TALE OF SAND, and many other great titles. In October 2013, BOOM! Studios entered into a unique first-look relationship with 20th Century Fox, giving the studio access to its library of titles and giving the publisher access to Fox's vast catalog of films.
“OUTLANDER” FANS REJOICE –
THE LONG WAIT IS ALMOST OVER!

STARZ OFFERS FREE SAMPLING OF SERIES PREMIERE EPISODE OF “OUTLANDER” ON TV AND ONLINE BEGINNING AUGUST 2

First Episode of New STARZ Original Series Available Prior to Worldwide Series Premiere on August 9 on Select U.S. Cable, Satellite and Telco Affiliates
In Addition to Facebook, Starz.com, STARZ PLAY and More

“Outlander” Split Season Airs First Eight Episodes through September 27 with
Second Eight-Episode Half-Season Returning in Early 2015

OutlanderCommunity.com Microsite Gives “Outlander” Fans
Social Media Destination to Share Excitement for Series

Beverly Hills, Calif., July 11, 2014 – Millions of “Outlander” fans…your time has nearly come. Starz announced today details of an early opportunity to enjoy the first full episode of the new STARZ Original Series, “Outlander,” beginning August 2.  One of the most widely-anticipated STARZ Original series, “Outlander” is adapted from Diana Gabaldon’s international best-selling books and executive produced by Ronald D. Moore (“Battlestar Galactica”). Free sampling of the series premiere episode will be available with multiple television and online platforms nationwide leading up to the worldwide series premiere on August 9.

OutlanderThe “Outlander” sneak peek gives millions of fans the chance to watch Episode 101: Sassenach* one week in advance of its premiere on Saturday, August 9 at 9:00 pm ET/PT exclusively on STARZ. The first eight episodes of the 16-episode first season will air over eight consecutive Saturdays through September 27 with the second half scheduled to continue in early 2015.

Approximately 82 million multichannel video households will have access to the premiere episode via additional linear, on-demand and/or online sampling opportunities on select cable, satellite and telco affiliates in the United States as well as online through select websites including Starz.com/Outlander, the Starz “Outlander” Twitter page, the Starz YouTube page, Starz “Outlander” Facebook Page and the free STARZ PLAY app for all users in the United States.

"We've heard from fans the world over who are anxiously awaiting to see how we’ve brought Claire and Jamie to life in what may possibly be the most highly anticipated series in Starz history,” commented Starz CEO Chris Albrecht prior to the company’s presentation at the Summer Television Critics Association (TCA) Press Tour. “Our 'Outlander' sampling strategy serves the dual purpose of giving early access to the series premiere for those fans thirsting to watch it as soon as possible, as well as providing a vehicle that introduces the STARZ experience to prospective new subscribers who are eager to learn all about this great new series."

Fans Interact at the “OutlanderCommunity.com” Microsite
Due to the popularity of the book series and the passionate fan base, Starz recently launched the OutlanderCommunity.com microsite giving fans a social destination which aggregates the latest “Outlander” content across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, fan blogs and more. The platform promotes exclusive show content and deepens the consumer’s connection with the show and fan community. OutlanderCommunity.com enhances and complements the show, giving fans the power to unite as a community and share Outlander with their friends.

The first 24 hours exploded with 138K+ page views with users spending an average 4:05 on the site.

OutlanderCommunity.com features new and ongoing activities for users to share via social media including the “I Love #Outlander Because…” activity and an Apothecary Cabinet that allows users to explore the plants and herbs used during the 1700s when modern medicine wasn’t available. Users will find 14 different plants that were used to treat everything from warts and corns to heart attacks and infection. 

Starz also gives fans a chance to learn how to “Speak Outlander” with the Gaelic Expert feature on the Starz YouTube page featuring cast members from the set in Scotland. Twelve words and/or phrases are featured in these lessons, including “Sassenach,” “Sàinte Mhath!” “Je Suis Prest” and “Craigh na Dun.”

About “Outlander”
The “Outlander” series spans the genres of romance, science fiction, history, and adventure in one epic tale. The series, adapted from Diana Gabaldon’s international best-selling books by Ronald D. Moore (“Battlestar Galactica,” “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine,” “Star Trek: The Next Generation”), follows the story of Claire Randall (Caitriona Balfe), a married combat nurse from 1945, who is mysteriously swept back in time to 1743. Upon her arrival, she is immediately thrown into an unknown world where her life is threatened. But when she is forced to marry Jamie Fraser (Sam Heughan), a chivalrous and romantic young Scottish warrior, a passionate relationship is ignited. Now, Claire's heart is torn between two vastly different men in two irreconcilable lives.

“Outlander” is produced by Tall Ship Productions, Story Mining & Supply Company and Left Bank Pictures in association with Sony Pictures Television.

* Sassenach - Outlander or foreigner; more specifically an English person.

About Starz
Starz (NASDAQ: STRZA, STRZB) is a leading integrated global media and entertainment company with operating units that provide premium subscription video programming on domestic U.S. pay television channels (Starz Networks), global content distribution (Starz Distribution) and animated television and movie production (Starz Animation), www.starz.com.

Starz Networks is a leading provider of premium subscription video programming through the flagship STARZ® and ENCORE® pay TV networks which showcase premium original programming and movies to U.S. multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, and telecommunications companies.  As of March 31, 2014, STARZ and ENCORE serve a combined 56.3 million subscribers, including 21.9 million at STARZ, and 34.4 million at ENCORE, making them the largest pair of premium flagship channels in the U.S.  STARZ® and ENCORE®, along with Starz Networks’ third network MOVIEPLEX®, air over 1,000 movies monthly across 17 linear networks, complemented by On Demand and authenticated online offerings through STARZ PLAY, ENCORE PLAY, and MOVIEPLEX PLAY. Starz Distribution develops, produces and acquires entertainment content, distributing it to consumers globally on DVD, digital formats and traditional television. Starz Distribution’s home video, digital media and worldwide distribution business units distribute original programming content produced by Starz, as well as entertainment content for itself and third parties. Starz Animation produces animated TV and movie content for studios, networks, distributors and audiences worldwide.

Cartoon Network Comedy Phenoms Set to Animate
Comic-Con® International: San Diego 2014

Adventure Time, Regular Show, Steven Universe, Uncle Grandpa and Clarence
Panels, Signings, Screenings and More!

 
Cartoon Network invades Comic-Con® International: San Diego 2014 showcasing all of its’ hit original animated comedy series with star studded panels, signings, screenings, costume contests, exclusive giveaways and more!  The Network will offer the ultimate fan experience! Get an inside look at the hottest animated shows on TV with exclusive clips, panels and Q&A sessions sure to answer all of those burning questions -- straight from the series creators, producers and voice talent.  Fanboys and fangirls rejoice! The epic Adventure Time ConQuest will return for the third consecutive year with an all new treasure-filled journey throughout the San Diego Convention Center.
Always a favorite on the Convention floor, the Cartoon Network booth will pay homage to popular series Adventure Time, Regular Show, Steven Universe, Uncle Grandpa, and Clarence.  Fans can immerse themselves in their favorite shows, with three different one-of-a-kind “selfie” photo experiences and collect exclusive Comic-Con giveaways including five different Cartoon Network themed buttons each day.
The party doesn’t stop when the convention floor closes! For the first time ever, Cartoon Network will present special night time screenings exclusively for the Comic-Con audience, offering fans an insider look at some of their favorite shows.  Other Cartoon Network series featured at San Diego Comic-Con include Teen Titans Go!, LEGO® Ninjago, and LEGO® Legends of CHIMA™.
Below is a list of Cartoon Network series panels, fan events, screenings and signings at 2014 Comic-Con International in San Diego, Calif., Thursday, July 24 - Sunday, July 27, 2014.  Events as well as series producers and talent scheduled to appear are subject to change. Details on the Adventure Time ConQuest will be announced shortly.
For continuing information about Cartoon Network at San Diego Comic-Con and for real-time updates during the convention, please follow us on Twitter at @CartoonNetPR. Official hashtag #CNSDCC.

CARTOON NETWORK PANELS


FRIDAY, JULY 25

Cartoon Network presents a back-to-back panel extravaganza featuring Uncle Grandpa & Clarence followed by Adventure Time, moderated by the super-talented man-of-many-voices Tom Kenny.

CARTOON NETWORK PRESENTS: UNCLE GRANDPA & CLARENCE
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Hilton Bayfront – Indigo Ballroom

Good Mornin’! What’s better than a panel of one Cartoon Network Comedy? TWO CARTOON NETWORK COMEDIES! That’s right fans, prepare yourself for double the comedy, double the fun and double the friends with Uncle Grandpa and Clarence! Join the always entertaining cast and crew for a behind-the-scenes look at two of the newest hit shows on Cartoon Network.  It’s woooooorth it.  Joining us from Uncle Grandpa will be creator Pete Browngardt (Uncle Grandpa), Kevin Michael Richardson (Mr. Gus) and Eric Bauza (Belly Bag). Joining us from Clarence will be Spencer Rothbell (Head of Story), Tom Kenny (Tiny Miracle, Uncle Grandpa and Sumo, Clarence) and Eric Edelstein (Chad).


CARTOON NETWORK PRESENTS: ADVENTURE TIME
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Hilton Bayfront – Indigo Ballroom

Oh my glob, what would Comic-Con be without Adventure Time?  Never fear, fans, Cartoon Network is bringing back the most mathematical show on TV to San Diego Comic-Con 2014.  You know what time it is!  So get off your lumps and hang out with the fantastical cast and crew as they dish on all things Adventure Time and share never-before-seen footage. The following friends will be joining us from the Land of Ooo for a super sick panel: Jeremy Shada (Finn), John DiMaggio (Jake), Tom Kenny (Ice King), Olivia Olson (Marceline), Kent Osborne (Head of Story), Adam Muto (Co-Executive Producer) and MORE!

SATURDAY, JULY 26

Cartoon Network presents a back-to-back Panel Extravaganza featuring Steven Universe and Regular Show.

CARTOON NETWORK PRESENTS: STEVEN UNIVERSE
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Hilton Bayfront – Indigo Ballroom

Believe in Garnet, Amethyst, Pearl… and STEVEN at this star-studded, musically inspired gem of a panel brought to you by Cartoon Network. Sure to delight your eyeballs and earlobes, you won’t want to miss a moment of the magic. Get the inside scoop and exclusive content from the following guardians of the universe: Steven Universe creator Rebecca Sugar, Ian Jones-Quartey (Supervising Director), Zach Callison (Steven), Estelle (Garnet), Deedee Magno Hall (Pearl), Michaela Dietz (Amethyst) and Tom Scharpling (Greg).

CARTOON NETWORK PRESENTS: REGULAR SHOW
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Hilton Bayfront – Indigo Ballroom

Dude, the extraordinary hit comedy from Cartoon Network is returning to the spotlight in San Diegoooooooooooooooh!  It’s been the Year of the Rigby, a season filled with hilarious adventure and shockers!  Brace yourselves for a special Regular Show panel with even more fun and surprises – including never-before-seen footage. So bring your bros and let’s get this party started!  The following slackers will be joining us all the way from the park: Regular Show creator, JG Quintel (Mordecai), William Salyers (Rigby), Roger Craig Smith (Thomas), Minty Lewis (voice of Eileen & Storyboard Artist), Matt Price (Story Editor) and Sean Szeles (Supervising Director).

SUNDAY, JULY 27

LEGO®: LEGENDS OF CHIMA™
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Room 25ABC

Brian Bowler (Brand Marketing Director, The LEGO Group) will take you on an exclusive, inside look at the development of LEGO® Legends of CHIMA™ with Tommy Andreasen (Senior Creative Manager, The LEGO Group), John Derevlany (Writer, The LEGO Group), and Samuel Johnson (Senior Product Designer, The LEGO Group). Hear how the TV series and toys came to life, with the team behind the theme!

WB PANEL: Teen Titans Go!
11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Room 6BCF

Robin, Starfire, Cyborg, Beast Boy and Raven continue the fun in Teen Titans Go! with all-new comedic adventures, giving viewers a look at what life is really like as a teen super hero … once the cape comes off.

LEGO®: NINJAGO PANEL
2:45 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Room 5AB

Join the LEGO® Ninjago team to hear about the development of the LEGO®: Ninjago TV show and toys. Tommy Andreasen (Senior Creative Manager, The LEGO Group), Dan Hageman (Writer, Ninjago TV Series), Kevin Hageman (Writer, Ninjago TV Series), and Simon Lucas (Product Designer Manager, The LEGO Group) will discuss the behind-the-scenes development of the LEGO Ninjago product line and TV series, with Brian Bowler (Brand Marketing Director, The LEGO Group) moderating the panel.

CARTOON NETWORK SCREENINGS


THURSDAY, JULY 24

CARTOON NETWORK PRESENTS: ADVENTURE TIME ROYAL BALL
9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Room 7AB

Hear Ye!  Hear Ye!  Princess Bubblegum cordially invites you to the first ever Royal Ball of Ooo at San Diego Comic-Con! Join us for an hour filled with mathematical magic as we screen a royal handful of your favorite Adventure Time episodes, including a world premiere! But wait, there’s more!  Wear your favorite Adventure Time inspired outfit for this special celebration and you have the chance to walk away with a righteous prize!  Now come one, come all (until we reach capacity!) for a ball of laughs, a ball of costumes, and a ball of royal awesomesauce!

FRIDAY, JULY 25

CARTOON NETWORK PRESENTS: A LOTT’A FUNNY, featuring CLARENCE, UNCLE GRANDPA, STEVEN UNIVERSE & THE AMAZING WORLD OF GUMBALL!
9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Room 7AB

After a long and exhausting day at the ‘Con, come chillax with Clarence, Uncle Grandpa, Steven Universe, and Gumball as they SQUEEEEZE into an hour of laughs for all to enjoy!  Back-to-back-to-back-to-back episodes of NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN fun-stuffs is what awaits you at this exclusive San Diego Comic-Con screening event!  And don’t forget to massage your mind muscles because if you can answer some ‘toon trivia, you might just win a prize! Aaaaw….new friends!  

SATURDAY, JULY 26

CARTOON NETWORK PRESENTS: THE REGULAR SHOW ROCK-A-THON
8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Room 7AB

You and your best bros are totally invited to take the stage at The Regular Show Rock-A-Thon. Awwwwww yeauuuuh! Join Cartoon Network for the most rockin’ hour ever as we cut a rug to some classic episodes and jam out to a brand new one before anyone else gets to see it.  But that’s not all — we challenge YOU to come correct with your best Regular Show number.  The more awesome your performance, the more likely you are to WIN a prize! So what are you waiting for? Practice your funky fresh flow and let’s get this party started! Participation is limited.


CARTOON NETWORK SIGNINGS
All signings are at the Cartoon Network Booth #3735. Tickets are required and can be obtained at the booth.

FRIDAY, JULY 25

12:00 p.m.           Uncle Grandpa & Clarence
                                                                                         
2:00 p.m.              Adventure Time
                                                           

SATURDAY, JULY 26

12:00 p.m.           Steven Universe
              
2:00 p.m.              Regular Show
                                                           


Cartoon Network (CartoonNetwork.com) is regularly the #1 U.S. television network in prime among boys 6-11 & 9-14. Currently seen in 97 million U.S. homes and 194 countries around the world, Cartoon Network is Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.’s ad-supported cable service now available in HD offering the best in original, acquired and classic entertainment for kids and families. In addition to Emmy-winning original programming and industry-leading digital apps and online games, Cartoon Network embraces key social issues affecting families with solution-oriented initiatives such as Stop Bullying: Speak Up.

All-New, CG-Animated Sci-Fi Action Adventure Based on the Popular
“Appleseed” Franchise by the Creator of Ghost In The Shell

APPLESEED ALPHA

Directed by Shinji Aramaki & Featuring Music by Top International Artists
 
 Available on Blu-ray™, DVD & Digital July 22
Get It Early on Digital July 15

Featuring Filmmaker Commentary & 11-Part Making-of Documentary



CULVER CITY, Calif. (May 13, 2014) – The popular franchise “Appleseed” comes to new life in the CG-animated prequel APPLESEED ALPHA, available July 22 on Blu-ray™, DVD & Digital from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.  World-renowned anime filmmaker Shinji Aramaki (Starship Troopers: Invasion) directs the latest installment in the sci-fi adventure franchise based on the original comic books by Shirow Masamune (“Ghost in the Shell”) published by Seishinsha with a screenplay by Marianne Krawczyk (God of War game series, Star Trek game and BAFTA Award winner for character and story on God of War 2 game). APPLESEED ALPHA depicts the early days of female soldier Deunan and her cyborg partner, Briareos, as they embark on an action-packed journey in search of the legendary city of Olympus.

The APPLESEED ALPHA Blu-ray and DVD feature filmmaker commentary with director Shinji Aramaki and 11 making-of featurettes that track the film’s exciting journey from script to screen.  In addition to showcasing the latest in state-of-the-art CGI technology, this animated film also features a killer soundtrack with 12 songs from today’s top international music artists, including Yasutaka Nakata (CAPSULE), Skrillex & Alvin Risk, androp, CAPSULE, DJ FUMIYA (RIP SLYME), PASSEPIED, Q;indivi+, tofubeats, AKLO, 80KIDZ, nishi-ken, and RAM RIDER. The original soundtrack will be released by unBORDE / WARNER MUSIC JAPAN Inc., Square Enix Co. Ltd will release Play Arts Kai figurines of Deunan and Briareos this summer, and Hot Toys is developing high-end one-sixth scale articulated figures for a future release.
Synopsis:
From the creator of Ghost in the Shell and the director of Appleseed comes the intense post-apocalyptic prequel, Appleseed: Alpha. Left to survive in a post-World War society, two mercenary soldiers - Deunan and her cyborg partner Briareos – are sent on a mission on the outskirts of their war-torn city. During the operation, they run into Iris and Olson, two citizens from the utopian city of Olympus, who might have a way to save the world but the ruthless Talos and the scheming warlord Two Horns have their own plans. It’s up to Deunan and Briareos to safeguard their newfound contacts and help save humanity’s last hope.

APPLESEED ALPHA is a Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions and Lucent Pictures Entertainment
co-production by Sola Digital Arts. It was produced by Joseph Chou (Halo Legends). 

It has a run time of approximately 93 minutes and has been rated PG-13. 

 
Blu-ray & DVD Bonus Material:
·         Filmmakers’ Commentary
·         11-Part Making-of Documentary


Visit the official Appleseed Alpha website at www.AppleseedAlphaMovie.com
Visit the official Appleseed Alpha Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/AppleseedMovie

Visit Sony Pictures Home Entertainment on the Web at www.SonyPictures.com

About Sony Pictures Home Entertainment:
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment is a Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) company. Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is a subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America, a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation. SPE's global operations encompass motion picture production and distribution; television production and distribution; home entertainment acquisition and distribution; a global channel network; digital content creation and distribution; operation of studio facilities; development of new entertainment products, services and technologies; and distribution of entertainment in more than 159 countries. For additional information, go to http://www.sonypictures.com/.

About Lucent Pictures Entertainment:
Lucent Pictures Entertainment (LPE) is Tokyo-based and founded as an animation cinematography creation and production company in 2007. Responsible for producing and creation of Anime, game, and music promotional video footage. Lucent Pictures Entertainment is devoted to create world-class quality animation and other forms of visual contents, which will provide state-of-the-art movie experiences and appeal to audiences of all ages. Lucent Pictures Entertainment can be found on the World Wide Web at http://www.lpei.co.jp/en.

About unBORDE / Warner Music Japan:
unBORDE is a record label founded under WARNER MUSIC JAPAN in December 2010. It celebrated its 3rd year since the foundation in December 2013. The label’s concept at the foundation is “trendy” yet “edgy”, and the label is determined to raise artists who will be well-acknowledged worldwide. Being in a drastically changing Japanese music industry, its target is not limited to Japanese market but also international markets. Currently it has very characteristic 12 artists (in alphabetical order): androp, CAPSULE, Gesuno Kiwami Otome, indigo la End, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, Passepied, Q;indivi+, RIP SLYME, Shinsei Kamattechan, Team Syachihoko, tofubeats, and Yu Takahashi. . For more information, go to http://wmg.jp.  

About Square Enix Co., Ltd:
Square Enix Co., Ltd. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX®, EIDOS® and TAITO® branded entertainment content around the world. The Square Enix Group operates a global network of leading development studios and boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property, including: FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 100 million units worldwide, and DRAGON QUEST® which has sold over 62 million units worldwide; TOMB RAIDER®, which has sold over 35 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix is a Japan-based, wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. More information on Square Enix Co., Ltd. can be found at http://www.jp.square-enix.com/.  


About Hot Toys:
Hot Toys is a Hong Kong and Japan based high-end toy manufacturer. Specialized in licensed collectibles, most notably one-sixth scale articulated figures; the Hot Toys group has been earning numerous industry awards since its creation in 2000. For additional information, go to http://www.hottoys.com.hk/ and http://www.hottoys.jp/.

NBC, UNIVERSAL TELEVISION READY TO INVADE COMIC-CON WITH PANELS AND PARTIES

“Constantine,” “The Blacklist,” “Hannibal,” “Grimm,” “Bates Motel” and Triumph the Insult Comic Dog to Share Secrets With Fans
UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. — July 11, 2014 — NBC and Universal Television have announced their plans for the upcoming Comic-Con International gathering in San Diego, which runs from July 24-27.
The network will present panels for returning series “The Blacklist” and “Hannibal” while Universal Television will host panels for NBC’s “Grimm,” its A&E series “Bates Motel” as well as a new untitled series coming to Adult Swim that stars Triumph the Insult Comic Dog and “30 Rock” alumnus Jack McBrayer. Also, Warner Bros. Television will present multiple screenings and a panel for new NBC Friday night series “Constantine.”
CONSTANTINE
Based upon the characters from DC Comics, “Constantine” reflects the lore of the fan-favorite comic, combining noirish storytelling with the evolving mythology of John Constantine (Matt Ryan), a morally challenged character who doesn’t come down on the side of either good or evil … but ultimately might be the only thing defending us against the dark forces from beyond.
There will be a huge presence for “Constantine” at Comic-Con, including at Gaslamp Square (Thursday-Sunday between the Hard Rock Hotel and the Convention Center) where a 3-D experience will immerse fans in the world of “Constantine.” Limited edition souvenirs will also be given away.
Comic-Con fans will have a chance to see the world premiere of the “Constantine” pilot as part of Warner Bros. Television’s annual Preview Night screenings on Wednesday, July 23 at 6 p.m. in Ballroom 20.
The Warner Bros. Television panel for “Constantine” is set for Saturday, July 26 at 5:15 p.m. in room 6BCF. This will include a screening of the complete pilot, followed by a Q&A with cast members Matt Ryan, Harold Perrineau and Charles Halford, as well as executive producers David S. Goyer and Daniel Cerone. The panel will be moderated by TV Guide magazine’s Michael Schneider.
Additionally, on Saturday, July 26 at 8 p.m. in Hall H, “Constantine” will be included in the Warner Bros. Television/DC Entertainment three-hour special Comic-Con event, with cast members and executive producers making appearances on the Hall H stage and footage from the pilot being screened.
THE BLACKLIST
To discuss its phenomenal first season, as well as what’s ahead for season two, Raymond “Red” Reddington himself, James Spader, will headline “The Blacklist” panel on Saturday, July 26 at 1:45 p.m. in room 6A. In addition to Spader, executive producers Jon Bokenkamp and John Eisendrath will participate in the panel, which will be moderated by TV Guide’s Michael Schneider.
The No. 1 new series of the 2013-14 season, “The Blacklist” will take over Tin Fish Restaurant at Gaslamp Square (Thursday-Sunday). Fans will be able to get on “The Blacklist” via a custom photo opportunity and also receive “Blacklist” souvenirs.  
GRIMM
Friday night fave “Grimm” will return to Comic-Con with a panel on Saturday, July 26 at 3 p.m. in Ballroom 20 that will feature an exclusive video. The panel, moderated by Mary McNamara of the Los Angeles Times, will include cast members David Giuntoli, Russell Hornsby, Bitsie Tulloch, Silas Weir Mitchell, Sasha Roiz, Reggie Lee, Bree Turner and Claire Coffee, as well as executive producers David Greenwalt, Jim Kouf and Norberto Barba.
HANNIBAL
For the critically beloved drama “Hannibal,” which Vulture.com says is “unlike anything else on TV or anything that ever has been on TV,” the panel will include cast members Caroline Dhavernas, Aaron Abrams and Scott Thompson, as well as executive producers Bryan Fuller, Martha De Laurentiis, Steve Lightfoot and David Slade. The panel, organized by Gaumont International Television and moderated by U.K. talk show host Jonathan Ross, will take place Thursday, July 24 at 4:45 p.m. in Ballroom 20.
BATES MOTEL
Executive producers Carlton Cuse and Kerry Ehrin will be joined by the cast, including Vera Farmiga in her Emmy Award-nominated role as Norma Bates, Freddie Highmore, Olivia Cooke and Nestor Carbonell to discuss the hit series. Fans will hear firsthand details about what is to come in season three debuting in 2015. The panel will be moderated by Dan Snierson from Entertainment Weekly on Friday, July 25 at 3:30 p.m. in Room 6A.
TRIUMPH THE INSULT COMIC DOG/JACK McBRAYER SITCOM
The beloved Triumph the Insult Comic Dog and fan favorite Jack McBrayer team up to star in a new live-action original comedy series that is set to premiere in 2015 on Adult Swim. Join co-creator and voice of Triumph, Robert Smigel, co-creator Michael Koman and star Jack McBrayer  as they discuss the new series Friday, July 25 at 1 p.m. in the Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront.

Adult Swim Announces Annual San Diego Comic-Con Take-Over

The Meatwad Full Dome Experience Offers Surreal Visual Ride for Fans

Adult Swim Fun House Returns with Puzzling New Rooms

Series Panels for Fan Favorite Shows and New Series


               This year at San Diego Comic-Con, Adult Swim will once again amaze and inspire fans inside and outside the convention center with an all new Adult Swim booth, unique fan experiences and celebrity filled signings and panels featuring series stars, creators and producers from the network’s most popular shows such as Robot Chicken, The Venture Bros., Childrens Hospital, and Rick and Morty. Adult Swim will also offer fans a first -look at their highly anticipated new series Mike Tyson Mysteries and the live-action series starring Triumph the Insult Comic Dog and Jack McBrayer. Adult Swim stars and creators on hand will include Mike Tyson, Aaron McGruder, Seth Green, Dan Harmon, Rob Corddry, Jackson Publick, Doc Hammer, Christy Karacas, and many more.  Fans can also stop by the Adult Swim booth #3721 where they can dare to pay tribute to the Goddess of Luck and beg her to deliver a gift of unforeseeable importance. The King awaits to knight the true of heart while Jokers and Fools entertain their most ravenous fans. Come one, come all. Come wait in a line that may very well change your life (for better or worse).
Adult Swim will also have a major presence at the Petco Park parking lot across from the convention center starting at 3pm Thursday, July 24 through Saturday, July 26th.  Named the #1 brand activation at last year’s convention by AdWeek, the Adult Swim Fun House will return for a second year of Robot Pumps and Spasm Chasms.  Multiple challenges will force guests to crawl, slide, and sing their way to get through this giant castle.  Don’t miss your chance to get publicly dumped.
Nestled next to the Fun House, the Meatwad Full Dome Experience will be making its debut at this year’s convention.  This familiar fast-food friend will guide guests on a journey through a mind-fudging interdimensional-space-coaster-love-canal. We are breaking theoretical physics here. Once attendees successfully escape the Dome or Fun House, they will be treated to free, live screen printed t-shirts, photo opportunities, and get to watch as others attempt to break free of the castle.  Free for all fans aged 18 and up, tickets will be distributed at the Fun House and the Dome daily starting at 12:00 p.m. and will be open Thursday, July 24 – Saturday, July 26 from 3:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. each night. First Come, First Served. Savvy social fans who use Adult Swim’s official convention hashtag #adultswimSDCC will see their posts and their photos from the Fun House on AdultSwimPresents.com.
Adult Swim fan favorites Tim and Eric invite fans to their exclusive Jammy Party on Friday, July 25 for the world premiere of their new live action show Tim & Eric’s Bedtime Stories. PJ attire and RSVP required for entry. Adult Swim will also be hosting panels and events near the Fun House on Saturday, July 26. Don’t miss a first look at Aaron McGruder’s new original series Black Jesus, and a sneak peek and panel discussion from Adult Swim animated originals Superjail!, King Star King, and Mr. Pickles, a new series coming this fall. Visit AdultSwimPresents.com for more information.
Below is a list of Adult Swim series panels, fan events, and signings Thursday, July 24 - Saturday, July 26, 2014.  Events as well as series producers and talent scheduled to appear are subject to change. For continuing information about Adult Swim’s plans at Comic-Con and for real-time updates during the convention, please follow us on Twitter @AdultSwimPR. Adult Swim’s official convention hashtag #adultswimSDCC. Full lineup details: AdultSwimPresents.com.

ADULT SWIM PANELS
Thursday, July 24
Convention Center Room 25ABC

Childrens Hospital Special Video Presentation and Q&A
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Adult Swim’s two-time Emmy® winning live-action comedy returns to Comic-Con for a fifth year! Creator and star Rob Corddry (Hot Tub Time Machine, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart) will share an exclusive video sneak peek at season six, and will be joined onstage by select cast for a lively and medically accurate Q&A.  From Abominable Pictures, The Corddry Company and Warner Bros. Television Group’s Studio 2.0, Childrens Hospital will premiere with new episodes in 2015.  Connect with the show on Facebook at Facebook.com/ChildrensHospitalTV.

Friday, July 25
Hilton San Diego Bayfront—Indigo Ballroom

The Venture Bros.
12:15 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 

The fifth annual [adult swim] panel block at Comic-Con will be kicked off with the cult-favorite series, The Venture Bros. Co-creators Jackson Publick and Doc Hammer and the voice of Dr. Venture, James Urbaniak, will take the stage to discuss the upcoming sixth season of their original series and answer fan questions.  

The Triumph / McBrayer Panel 
1:00 p.m. 1:45 p.m. 

The beloved Triumph the Insult Comic Dog and fan favorite Jack McBrayer team up to star in a new live-action original comedy series from Universal Television that is set to premiere in 2015 on [adult swim].  Join co-creator and voice of Triumph, Robert Smigel (Conan, SNL’s TV Funhouse), co-creator Michael Koman (Eagleheart, Nathan For You), and star Jack McBrayer (30 Rock, Wreck It Ralph) as they discuss the new series.  

Rick and Morty 
1:45 p.m.   2:30 p.m.

Executive producers Dan Harmon (Community) and Justin Roiland (Adventure Time) invite fans for a behind the scenes look at the upcoming second season.  They will be joined by cast members Spencer Grammer (Greek), and Chris Parnell (Archer).  Ryan Ridley (Community) will moderate the panel.

Mike Tyson Mysteries 
2:30 p.m.   3:15 p.m. 

In this new animated comedy series, Mike Tyson is taking the fight from the boxing ring to the streets … by solving mysteries! Aided by the Mike Tyson Mystery Team — the Ghost of the Marquess of Queensbury, Mike's adopted Korean daughter and a pigeon who was once a man. If you have a problem that needs solving, Iron Mike is in your corner. Join us for a first look at the new series premiering this fall and panel discussion featuring Mike Tyson, Rachel Ramras (MAD), Jim Rash (Community), and producer Hugh Davidson (The Looney Tunes Show). Childrens Hospital creator and star Rob Corddry (Hot Tub Time Machine, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart) will moderate the panel.

Robot Chicken 
3:15 p.m.   4:00 p.m. 

Co-creators/executive producers Seth Green and Matthew Senreich are joined by co-head writer Tom Root, writer/director Zeb Wells, and actor/writer Breckin Meyer to discuss the Emmy-winning series and fan favorite character Bitch Pudding, who gets her time to shine in the all-new Bitch Pudding Special. Come watch a sneak peek of the upcoming special and get your questions answered about the current seventh season, airing Sundays at 11:30 p.m. on [adult swim]. Keith Crofford, vice president of production for Adult Swim will moderate the panel.
 
 
ADULT SWIM SIGNINGS
 
Tickets are required for all signings at the Adult Swim Booth #3721. A limited number of tickets will be given out at the booth on the day-of. First come. First served.
 
Drawings for Warner Bros. signing tickets will be held at 8AM on the day of each signing in the Sails Pavilion. Attendees may start to line up for the limited ticket drawing when the doors open each morning.
 
THURSDAY, JULY 24

4:45 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.      Childrens Hospital
Warner Bros. Booth #4545

FRIDAY, JULY 25

5:00 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.      Mike Tyson Mysteries
Warner Bros. Booth #4545

SATURDAY, JULY 26

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.    The Venture Bros.
Adult Swim Booth #3721

2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.      Robot Chicken
Adult Swim Booth #3721

4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.      Rick and Morty
Adult Swim Booth #3721

 
Adult Swim (AdultSwim.com), launched in 2001, is Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.’s network offering original and acquired animated and live-action series for young adults.  Airing nightly from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. (ET/PT), Adult Swim is basic cable’s #1 network with persons 18-34 and 18-49, and is seen in 99 million U.S. homes.
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.
OPEN THE BOOK OF DRAGONS!

July 10, 2014 MOBILE, AL
Bronco Ink Publishing, LLC is pleased to announce the launch of their new book, an adaptation of E. Nesbits THE BOOK OF DRAGONS at http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/acbrown/the-book-of-dragons.
Publisher A.C. Brown describes the new collection this way: E. Nesbit's THE BOOK OF DRAGONS has been a fondly remembered children's book for several generations. In the hope of recapturing the whimsy and adventure of her original collection, I assembled a team of writers and artists to bring her stories to life for a new century.
With a cover by OFF REGISTRATION cover artist Daniel Govar, and a plethora of talented comic creators from around the world including Shawn Aldridge (GoGetters), Kate Frizzel (The Absentee), Mal Jones (District Comics), and many others, THE BOOK OF DRAGONS is 120 pages of amazing comics.
The goal is $3,500, with opportunities for digital, softcover, and hardcover editions as well as prints and the chance to have one of the books artists draw YOUR story.
The Kickstarter ends on August 8. You can see sample pages and learn more about the project as well as contribute to the Kickstarter at http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/acbrown/the-book-of-dragons.
After the Kickstarter, THE BOOK OF DRAGONS, will be available through Ingram Distribution or direct from the publisher. Contact A.C. Brown at publisher@broncoink.com for more information.
About Bronco Ink Publishing, LLC:
Bronco Ink Publishing, LLC is dedicated to publishing new and exciting comics from around the world, with all ages books like THE BOOK OF DRAGONS, to the eclectic vision of KRANTZ by Argentinian master Horacio Lalia, and the variety of the bi-monthly digital comics magazine OFF REGISTRATION, Bronco Ink has something for everyone.

Bronco Ink publisher and THE BOOK OF DRAGONS editor, A.C. Brown's work has appeared in English translations of Osamu Tezuka's great children's manga Unico and Triton of the Sea, as well as on www.the-only-living-boy.com
TNT Invades Comic-Con with Legends, The Last Ship and Falling Skies

Legends at Center of First-Ever Branded Takeover of San Diego Airport

LEGENDS wallscape

TNT is bringing its eagerly anticipated drama Legends to Comic-Con International: San Diego 2014 with multiple events and initiatives, including the first-ever branded takeover of San Diego International Airport. The gripping undercover drama starring Sean Bean (Game of Thrones, The Lord of the Rings) is the centerpiece of TNT's extensive presence at this year's Comic-Con, which takes place July 24-27 at the San Diego Convention Center.

This year's Comic-Con will also feature events spotlighting TNT's top-rated new series The Last Ship, including a party with CraveOnline aboard the USS Midway, and Falling Skies, with a special alien cocoon experience highlighting a key element in the show's fourth season. In addition, stars and producers from all three shows are set to participate in discussion panels and Q&A sessions.

Below is a complete rundown of TNT's initiatives for Comic-Con International: San Diego 2014.

Legends

LEGENDS airport takeoverTNT's Comic-Con invasion will begin with the Legends takeover of San Diego International Airport, marking the first time a brand has ever taken over the airport. Travelers flying into San Diego the week of July 21 will be greeted with Legends imagery and messaging throughout the airport, including at baggage claim carousels and on escalators and skyway bridges. The Legends messaging will also extend to other parts of San Diego, with eye-catching billboards in the Gaslamp Quarter.

During Comic-Con, TNT is set to feature a Legends panel with cast members Ali Larter (Heroes), Morris Chestnut (American Horror Story, Nurse Jackie) and Tina Majorino (Grey's Anatomy, True Blood), and executive producers Howard Gordon (Homeland, 24) and David Wilcox (Fringe). The session will open with a screening of the entire first episode of the series. Following the screening and panel, Legends cast members are set to participate in an autograph-signing session.

TNT is also set to launch a social media initiative supporting Legends in conjunction with its Comic-Con presence. The network is encouraging fans of actor Sean Bean to use the hashtag #DontKillSeanBean in social media postings about the show. The hashtag plays on the fact that Bean has died in more than 20 acting roles, including the two characters for which he is widely known: Boromir in The Lord of the Rings trilogy and Eddard "Ned" Stark in the series Game of Thrones. The hashtag will have its own tumblr page and will be featured on Legends premium items being handed out to Comic-Con attendees.



Legends at San Diego International Airport
July 21-28

Legends Preview Screening and Panel
Thursday, July 24, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
San Diego Convention Center: Room 6A

Legends cast signing session
Thursday, July 24, 2:00-2:45 p.m.
San Diego Convention Center: Fox 21 Booth

The Last Ship

THE LAST SHIPTNT is teaming up with CraveOnline to rock Comic-Con with a Friday night party celebrating The Last Ship aboard the USS Midway. The party will feature a live performance by psychedelic rock duo MGMT, with Canadian producer-musician-singer-songwriter Grimes set to open.

TNT will also present a panel set to feature The Last Ship stars Eric Dane, Rhona Mitra, Adam Baldwin and Charles Parnell and executive producers Hank Steinberg and Steven Kane. The session will include Q&A from the audience and exclusive video clips previewing what's to come during the rest of the first season.



The Last Ship Panel
Thursday, July 24, 1:45-2:45 p.m.
San Diego Convention Center: Room 6A

The Last Ship: CraveOnline Conquers the Con Party
Friday, July 25, 7:00-10:30 p.m.
USS Midway

Falling Skies

FALLING SKIES cocoonTNT has a fascinating Comic-Con experience in store for fans of the epic sci-fi series Falling Skies. The network is transforming the Falling Skies booth at Comic-Con into an alien cocoon that plays a pivotal part in the July 27 episode. Comic-Con attendees will have the opportunity to pose for pictures inside the large, translucent cocoon, which features fluid-pumping vessels and atmospheric lights and sound designed to make the entire structure look alive.

In addition to the booth experience, Falling Skies stars Noah Wyle, Moon Bloodgood, Drew Roy, Will Patton, Sarah Carter, Maxim Knight, Scarlett Byrne and Doug Jones and executive producer David Eick are slated to participate in a panel on the show's current fourth season. The Falling Skies session will also include video clips from upcoming episodes, plus the world premiere of the trailer for the upcoming video game Falling Skies: The Game.



Falling Skies Cocoon Experience
Thursday, July 24-Sunday, July 27, 9:30 a.m.-Close
San Diego Convention Center Room: Main Floor between Halls H & G

Falling Skies Panel
Friday, July 25, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
San Diego Convention Center: Room 6BCF

About TNT

TNT is television's destination for drama. Seen in 101 million households and ranking among cable's top networks, TNT is home to such original drama series as Rizzoli & Isles, Major Crimes, Falling Skies, The Last Ship, Murder in the First, Perception, Dallas and Franklin & Bash. TNT's upcoming slate of original scripted dramas includes Legends, The Librarians, Public Morals, Proof and Transporter The Series, which will make its U.S. television debut on the network this fall. TNT also features such dramatic unscripted series as Cold Justice and the upcoming On the Menu and Wake Up Call. In addition, TNT is the cable home to popular dramas like Hawaii Five-0, Castle, The Mentalist, Bones and Supernatural; primetime specials, such as the Screen Actors Guild Awards®; blockbuster movies; and championship sports coverage, including NASCAR, the NBA and the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship.

TNT is part of Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., a Time Warner company. Turner Broadcasting creates and programs branded news; entertainment; animation and young adult; and sports media environments on television and other platforms for consumers around the world.

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