Superhero films were traditionally camp, trashy affairs even superman. The movie stars hamill as donald swan, a comic book enthusiast and technical adviser for a film based on his favorite superhero, commander courage. Check out the cbh facebook page for festival updates, etc and share the love. To comic fans, this is a terrific addition to their dvd collections right up there with comic book confidential, comic book heroes unmasked, the mind of alan moore, todd mcfarlanethe devil you know, and will eisners doc on sequential art. Pages in category documentary films about comics the following 31 pages are in this category, out of 31 total. There is the conflict within the national football league, which on the one hand was in the best. Comic book superheroes unmasked monday, june 23, 2003, at 9pm est8 central on the history channel whatever you do, do not judge the new history channel documentary, comic book superheroes unmasked, based on some of the ads at least on its website. Directed by ron mann and written by mann and charles lippincott, the. Oct 08, 20 it is worth noting that a documentary excerpt aired on espns outside the lines, and a book excerpt ran in espn the magazine. Espn and marvel reimagine comic book covers for the nfl draft.
New pbs film and book survey superhero comic books. Look through five classic comics updated with jalen hurts, kyle dugger, dandre swift, derrick brown, and isaiah simmons. After the war, sales dropped dramatically and then continued to slide down throughout the 1950s. Comic book heaven is a short documentary that tells the story of joe leisner, owner of the comic book store comic book heaven located in sunnyside, queens ny. May 17, 2016 to help celebrate this, amc networks is planning a history of comic books documentary miniseries that is tentatively titled heroes and villains. Todd mcfarlane was born on march 16, 1961 in calgary, alberta, canada as todd dean mcfarlane. The ads play into the tired old pow, biff, bam camp style of the 1960s. Home away from home 20 san diego comic con documentary.
Comic book confidential is essential viewing for anyone interested in the evolution of comic books. The series is being produced by robert kirkmans skydance entertainment, marking yet another collaboration with the walking dead creators company. Entertainment arcade games arts books calendar comics movies music. Pbs superheroestruth, justice and the american way 20. It details the important historical points of comics, such as the creation of the very first superhero, superman, and how it was almost never published, how comics almost died when the seduction of the innocent proclaimed that comics were destroying the minds of kids, and how.
Small wonder that widespread shock greeted the news in 20 when hernandez was charged, and later convicted, in the murder of odin lloyd. I wish there were more interviews with jack kirby and the hernandez brothers, but its still a fun watch. Jul, 2018 robin williams left behind a rich comic legacy when he died in august 2014 at the age of 63. A football life nfl films documentary series on nfl.
It details the important historical points of comics, such as the creation of the very first superhero, superman, and how it was almost never published, how comics almost died when the seduction of the innocent proclaimed that comics were destroying the minds of kids, and how comics dealt. This documentary produced by m etrogoldwynmayer features the whole picture of the comic book phenomenon in the united states as of 1988. Weve been covering the entertainment industry since 1998. May 01, 20 comic book superheroes unmasked is a history channel documentary which tells the past of superhero comics. Robin williams left behind a rich comic legacy when he died in august 2014 at the age of 63. It is worth noting that a documentary excerpt aired on espns outside the lines, and a book excerpt ran in espn the magazine. Cover pencils by john romita and ron frenz, inks by joe sinnott. An internationally famous and well respected bodybuilder actor, lou ferrigno first appeared on tv screens in 1977 as the. Add all of these to your comic collection and be inspired as you create your own piece of comic book history. Aaron hernandez documentary tv series in production comic book.
Dc comics to release documentary about supervillains litreactor. Comic book superheroes unmasked documentary youtube. Truth justice and the american way 19381958 during the depression, the popularity of dozens of superhero characters opens the door for a new generation of artists and writers. Right now, you may not have much connection to the real world, so maybe watching some documentaries could help. Comic book confidential is a featurelength documentary that profiles twentytwo of the most significant artists and writers working in comic books, graphic novels and stripart in north america today.
Jan 16, 2020 killer inside on netflix shows that hernandez maintained a specific image upon first being jailed in 20. The 100 most influential pages in comic book history vulture. Ferrigno was born in brooklyn, new york, in 1951 and as a child suffered from an ear infection that resulted in permanent partial hearing. In an entertaining and informative combination of interviews, historical footage and stateoftheart animation techniques, comic book confidential provides a positive answer to that burning. And, as evidenced by the sheer number of adaptations in film. Comic book confidential this documentary produced by m etrogoldwynmayer features the whole picture of the comicbook phenomenon in the united states as of 1988. In 20, the nfl partnered with mcdonalds and produced nfl rush zone happy meals that featured 32 collectible toys and nfl rush zone trading cards. More than,000 comic book fans are expected to make the trek to san diego later this week for comiccon a massive convention celebrating all things related to comics books. Villains of dc comics, bloody disgusting reports as the title indicates, the documentary will explore the compelling, diverse and legendary society of supervillains of the publishers universe, and will feature interviews with comic writers and some of the characters creators. Comic book superheroes unmasked documentary 1 mostly dc and marvel, but talks about their relevancy throughout history and politics. Comic book movie cbm entertainmentmarveldcsuperhero. Gravity and other films that changed hollywood for ever.
Nfl superpro was a shortlived comic book series published by marvel comics, centered on. The evolution of comic books in the digital age cbs news. Their debut in 1961 helped to usher in a new age of superheroes but combine it with shows like lost in space, where its not just one person on an adventure, but an entire family. Amc today announced that robert kirkmans sixpart miniseries about the history of comic books, amc visionaries. I wonder if they will talk about his weekly calls into the greaseman morning drive.
The nfls concussion crisis received an assist from espn in tackling the u. Jan 02, 20 20 looks to be a bumper crop not only when it comes to comic book movies but also to sequels. The film is made in the form of a documentary following swan as he travels to san diego comic con to accept an award on behalf of courages creator as a publicity. Back then, the nfl star was viewed, by many, as a typical pro athlete. Espnwhere we worktheir new contract with the nfl is. Aaron hernandez the former new england patriots who was serving a life sentence in prison for the 20 murder of odin lloyd was found dead in. Mar 25, 20 history channels the bible series is worse than reality tv. His most prolific comic book movie role would be as steve rogers. Robert kirkmans secret history of comics, will debut with a twonight pemiere on sunday, nov. The rebirth of iron man 1996 age of ultron 20 age of. Masters of comic book art eisner, kirby, ditko, adams, wrightson, miller 1987. May 20, 2020 hit parade comic series six 20 bowman nfl break. In this one, phil grayfield gets doused with chemicals which turned him into a nearinvincible superhero.
Amc orders history of comic books documentary miniseries. Explores the personal and professional life of former nfl and ole miss quarterback archie manning and how the sudden loss of his father impacted his life and the way he and his wife olivia raised their three sons. Despite the cloying hallmark card music and southeastern conferenceapproved pompom waving, the book of manning espns latest addition to an impressive library of sports documentaries. The comic book palace 20 is a documentary that follows a comic book store same name in haverhill, ma. Marvels nfl superpro is the 90s comic that never shouldve. And to ensure adonis himself could get the full comic book. Killer inside on netflix shows that hernandez maintained a specific image upon first being jailed in 20. Super heroes all died out between 1950 and 1955 with only superman, batman and wonder woman and a few smaller ones still being published.
He is a writer and producer, known for venom 2018, spawn and spawn 1997. The actors deliver lines with the bombast of a comic book or the whispery solemnity of a high school staging hamlet. Narrated by keith david, and has a great list of comic artists and writers being interviewed. Nov 28, 2011 the comic book hero equivalent of every nfl team 0 of 32 superheroes and nfl football players are iconic figures in todays society, and in this slide theyre one in the same. On two occasions in killer inside, hernandez also expresses his fondness for harry potter books. Of the 10 films were spotlighting today, all are based on comic books, and only two arent sequels.
Explores the personal and professional life of former nfl and ole. The book will be based on the documentary film and covers the comic book industry from its birth during the. Sep 05, 2017 aaron hernandez the former new england patriots who was serving a life sentence in prison for the 20 murder of odin lloyd was found dead in his jail cell on wednesday morning. In terms of sheer star power, this 20 panel is hard to beat in terms of both quality and quantity. Original alien script is becoming a comic book miniseries. By 20, hernandez had established himself in the national football league. An internationally famous and well respected bodybuilder actor, lou ferrigno first appeared on tv screens in 1977 as the musclebound the incredible hulk 1977, the alter ego of meek scientist david banner. Villains of dc comics, bloody disgusting reports as the title indicates, the documentary will explore the compelling, diverse and legendary society of supervillains of the publishers universe, and will feature interviews with comic writers and some of the characters. Every time i return to this i wonder why no one has made an updated comic book and graphic novel documentary. Of the 10 films were spotlighting today, all are based on. Comic book superheroes unmasked is a history channel documentary which tells the past of superhero comics. In conjunction with the book by mark fainaruwada and steve fainaru.
Lizz lunney comic book artist documentary 20 youtube. You could spend an entire day watching all the football life and americas game and the timeline documentaries they put out. When the writers of the comic book batwoman announced they were resigning from the series because the publisher, dc comics, would not allow the titular character, a lesbian, to marry, the outrage. Printed images and the comic book mediums unique presentation of them. The movie, the first bigbudget comic book film of the modern era played it mostly for yuks. The mind of aaron hernandez tells the story of nfl athlete aaron hernandez, who played for the new england patriots until 20, when he was charged with the murder of odin lloyd. Rating is available when the video has been rented. The middle decade of the last century was not a good one for the comics industry.
We are shipping all orders on time, but please expect possible delays in transit. The manic, lightningquick standup comedian rocketed to. Jul 22, 2014 more than,000 comic book fans are expected to make the trek to san diego later this week for comic con a massive convention celebrating all things related to comics books. A football life nfl films documentary series on nfl network. Think about what kind of statement that makes, golin says. History channels the bible series is worse than reality tv. Explores the personal and professional life of former nfl and ole miss quarterback archie manning and how the sudden loss of his father impacted his life and the way he. During a phone conversation, his mother terri states. All you need to do is just get nfl network if you dont have it. Produced in collaboration with the nfl and written by fabian nicieza and artist jose delbo, the series started publication in 1991 and ended after 12 issues. The tv show spawned a trading card game, a comic book series, toys, tshirts and hats. Comic book confidential is an americancanadian documentary film, released in 1988.
The series will be divided into six onehour episodes, and will feature interviews with stan lee, patty jenkins, lynda. Bloodshot isnt the worst comic book adaptation out there, but its kneecapped by its lack of charm or heart. The origins of the medium, the evolution of superheroes and all the other genres as they born in different eras. Nfl superpro and the characters in his book were considered to be. The post office and other shippers are behind schedule and some shipments may experience multiday delays. Dec 11, 20 comic book confidential this documentary produced by m etrogoldwynmayer features the whole picture of the comic book phenomenon in the united states as of 1988. Published on jun 2, 20 a film exploring the many subcultures of comic con and the second home theyve formed for people around the world. Nfl superpro was a shortlived comic book series published by marvel comics, centered on phil grayfield, an ex national football league nfl player who survives a freak accident and wears a nearindestructible football uniform.
With john goodman, archie manning, cooper manning, eli manning. Nfl superpro fought football themed heroes such the time manipulator instant replay, players with roid rage, and a kickerninja. The comic book hero equivalent of every nfl team 0 of 32 superheroes and nfl football players are iconic figures in todays society, and in this slide theyre one in the same. Dan obannons original alien screenplay is getting the comic book treatment from dark horse comics. The comic book hero equivalent of every nfl team bleacher. Marvel comics will start releasing comic books in stores next week, and the publisher has now shared its full schedule for july which includes a number of noteworthy series, including the empyre. Sep 22, 20 despite the cloying hallmark card music and southeastern conferenceapproved pompom waving, the book of manning espns latest addition to an impressive library of sports documentaries. To help celebrate this, amc networks is planning a history of comic books documentary miniseries that is tentatively titled heroes and villains. Aaron hernandez documentaries struggle with the why of the nfl. The movie, the first bigbudget comic book film of the modern. Dc comics to release documentary about supervillains.
Sep 04, 20 documentary homeboy explores gay gang members. Documentary traces the comic genius of robin williams. The original screenplay will be made up of five issues by cristiano seixas and guilherme. And thanks to streaming, this is the golden age of the documentary. Killer inside the mind of aaron hernandez trailer film. Nfl players association, nhl players association, and national basketball players association, amici appellant duncan w. Marvels first family was and always has been the fantastic four. Inside marvels first braille comic, inspired by football player.