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watchmen
Does Watchmen's Leak Matter?
With weeks to go before Watchmen: The Director's Cut hits DVD and Blu-Ray (as well as a few cinema screens), it's leaked onto torrent sites across the internet. But unlike the similar Wolverine leak earlier this year, does anyone care? More »
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Comment by CodenameV: People actually *liked* Watchmen, and would want to actually buy it, to ensure the best possible quality plus bonus features. Further,... 10 Responses | Other threads
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2009 to date
Five Lessons To Have Learned From 2009 Already
With the middle of the year having fallen earlier this week (July 2nd for the curious), it's time to take stock, look back and wonder: What has 2009 taught us so far?
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holiday heroes
20 Great American Superheroes To Share Your Holiday With
It's Independence Day here in the United States, and what better way to celebrate it than to remember the fictional men and women who drape themselves in red, white and blue and try to personify what makes the country great?
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Comment by Roklimber: I seem to recall Wonder Woman wearing a red/white/blue outfit. Doesn't she deserve a place in your list? Anyway, I object... 5 Responses | Other threads
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watchmen
Zack Snyder Walks You Through Each Insane Watchmen Detail
OCD detail-oriented director Zack Snyder is going to take you through his Watchmen adaptation, shot for shot. The special features on the BluRay release of Watchmen include Zack powering through just about every nuanced detail in Watchmen. See for yourself. More »
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Comment by atrus123: Based on the comments whenever a Watchmen item pops up leads me to believe that I'm the only person on... 11 Responses | Other threads
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trailer addicts
How Early Is Too Early To Promote?
Was this week's release of the first trailer for The Last Airbender - more than a year before the movie's release - too little too soon? At what point does a trailer risk boring an audience ahead of the movie? More » -
con from home
Now You Can Attend Comic-Con From The Comfort Of Your Own Living Room
Here's a sign that San Diego Comic-Con has achieved some kind of critical mass - At least two panels from the con are going to be broadcast to everyone who didn't manage to get tickets, as they happen. More »
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Comment by MosesMonster: Comic-Con is releasing more tickets for the con on their twitter account. Last night they gave out a two pairs... 3 Responses | Other threads
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triviagasm
20 Best (And 20 Worst) Pets In Science Fiction
When humans finally conquer space, we'll still want to keep other creatures as pets. Some science-fiction pets are among our favorite characters, but others, you just want to flush out the airlock. Here's our list of the best and worst. More » -
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Watchmen Director's Cut Gets Theatrical Release. So What'd You Miss The First Time?
Zack Snyder's uncut version of Watchmen, which contains some pretty important scenes not in the theater release, is getting its own big-screen exposure. More »
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Comment by SynicVance2.0: This movie is proof positive that having a disposition on something before viewing it skews your "opinion". I was newly... 26 Responses | Other threads
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triviagasm
Moonage Daydreamer: The Greatest Lunar Scenes
In honor of Moon, opening today, we went kinda loony (get it?) coming up with our favorite lunar scenes in film and TV. (We restricted the list to our own planet's moon; sorry, Saturn and Endor fans.) Watch them here. More » -
watchmen
Emaciated Dr. Manhattan Art Finds An Appropriate Home
We adore the mad work of artist Alex Pardee, especially his deranged take on movies. So we're doubly happy that his Dr. Manhattan piece found a good home, with none other than Watchmen director Zack Snyder. [Eye Suck Ink]
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Comment by tetracycloide: this is incredibly circuitous but there's a district 9 poster up in the background of one of the shots on... more » | Other threads
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watchmen
Finally, A Watchmen Adaptation Worth Getting Excited About (Maybe NSFW)
The Peekaboo Revue, a burlesque troupe, acts out Alan Moore's Watchmen, complete with crazy costumes, the Comedian's big gun and funeral... and Dr. Manhattan's atomic glo-breasts. Despite the James Bond-esque silhouettes, it's pretty cute and sexy. [Monsters And Rockets]
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Comment by benizdead: modern 'dance' in bikinis & corsets isn't burlesque, is it? 6 Responses | Other threads
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watchwanted?
New Series By Watchmen, Wanted Creators Could Be Most Anticipated, Disappointing Comic Ever
The writer of Wanted and artist of Watchmen are aiming to create an all-new comic sometime next year, raising the hopes of fanboys and movie producers across the world. But will it be worth it? More »
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Comment by jedidotflow: I don't understand all the bitchin'. The news is that Mark Millar and Dave Gibbons are doing a NEW comic... 9 Responses | Other threads
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rant
Why Joss And Buffy Don't Need Each Other
A Buffy movie without Joss Whedon? While some may be shouting that it's insane, immoral and just plain wrong, I have to admit: It sounds like a great idea to me. Here's why.
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Comment by AldoraGreel: I never quite "got" Joss Whedon's works. I've seen Buffy the movie. I've seen a few episodes of... 8 Responses | Other threads
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watchmen
Watchmen's Home Edition Wants To Be Your Friend
Warner Bros. have announced their plans for the home versions of Zack Snyder's much-hyped Watchmen, and we'll tell you right now: You'll want to skip the "standard version" DVD, and head online to Facebook, instead. More »
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Comment by AngryEddy: Sync up with Facebook, eh? Is that a feature or a warning? 9 Responses | Other threads
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rant
Have War Movies Become Superhero Flicks?
War movies from Apocalypse Now to Rambo used to be where we dealt with issues like the morality of violence and the meaning of honor. Now superhero flicks like Wolverine and Watchmen are replacing them. More »
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Comment by crashedpc : ã‚´ã‚ブリ and 蟑螂 division: Lord of War... I enjoyed that movie a LOT. I just realized that I said something positive about a Nic Cage... 23 Responses | Other threads
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quote of the day
Watchmen Gave Us Permission To Read Green Lantern, Says Moore
What does Alan Moore think about his Watchmen series being used as proof that superhero comics have grown up? Unsurprisingly, the famous curmudgeon is not too impressed. More »
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Comment by Pope John Peeps II: HAHAHA. Look at this page. An artist who literally revolutionized the field he works in, and is worshiped by his fans... 8 Responses | Other threads
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watchmen
Lawyers, Accountants Still Watching The Watchmen
Next month will see a mediation between Warner Bros. and producer Larry Gordon. The issue to be settled? Just how much Watchmen's legal troubles will cost both parties... and who will be paying Fox. More »
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Comment by Lassus: FYI BoxOfficeMojo.com has the figures at $180,135,024 worldwide to date on its 150 million cost. 4 Responses | Other threads
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triviagasm
15 Evil Corporations in Science Fiction
If you're looking for a job, here's a list of successful, influential corporations you might want to work for. That is, as long as you don't ask too many questions.
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Comment by OsDavis: Obligatory Doctor Who mentions: "The Company" from the Sunmakers; Tobias Vaughan's company in "The Invasion"; and whatever company it was... 9 Responses | Other threads
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nsfw
The Love Affair That Was The Real Reason The Comedian Died
We've shown you Ponderosa's... individual take on The Dark Knight before, but now the slash artist has turned her attention to Watchmen, and revealed that never-before-known connection between Sally and Ozymandias. Yes, really. Possibly NSFW. More »
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Comment by Grey_Area: She left out the Squid?!?! THIS IS A DISASTER!!!!! 5 Responses | Other threads
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weekend box office
Monsters Crushes All Comers In Friday's Box Office
Monsters vs. Aliens had a large opening at the box office yesterday, and may have set records for 3-D movies... but can it also beat Watchmen's opening weekend? More »
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Comment by Ryan Anderson: Who cares how the box office compares to Watchmen? Those 2 films aren't remotely alike. Why are you suggesting... 8 Responses | Other threads
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Black Freighter review
Black Freighter's Corpse Boat Sails Into Our Black Hearts
Watchmen's dark pirate comic-within-a-comic adaptation is out today. Trust us when we say, tacking on another 30 minutes for this part of Watchmen is absolutely worth its weight in buoyant dead bodies. More »
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Comment by Go Team Venture: Meredith, Please inform us all whether its worth getting on DVD or BLU-RAY? 7 Responses | Other threads
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genre films for kids?
Have We Seen The End of R-Rated Blockbusters?
As Watchmen falls another 62% in its third weekend, is it a sign of things to come? According to rumors, the movie's failure to meet expectations may be considered the death knell for "adult" blockbusters. More »
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Comment by Garrison Dean: R.O.A.C.H.: Ok, for starters Watchmen's R rating had just as much to do with it's financial situation as the fact that... 22 Responses | Other threads
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not watchmen
Grant Morrison Writing Watchmen Follow-Up... Kind Of
Comics wunderkind Grant Morrison may not be necessarily writing a direct sequel to Alan Moore's Watchmen, but fans of the classic may be very interested in a new series that he announced yesterday. More »
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Comment by Sammo21: Let's see here. Grant Morrison is a terrible writer and the only thing he has done that is remotely... 5 Responses | Other threads
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dark hero
Watchmen Screenwriter Forms Own Company, Shows Us The Scary Side Of Belgium
Forget SyFy, it seems that sci-fi, horror and fantasy has another new name, and it's "Dark Hero"... Or, at least, that's what Watchmen screenwriter David Hayter would like everyone to think, if possible. More » -
new comics we crave
Escape Watchmen's Long Shadow
In a week when it seems that Watchmen hangover is still lingering for some, relief comes from the most unexpected of places in this week's comics.
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quotes of the day
Alan Moore And Michael Uslan Talk Superhero Movies
Two great interviews, published today, illuminate the topic of superhero films from opposite ends. On one side, Watchmen's Alan Moore talks creativity. On the other, producer Michael Uslan explains the differing aesthetics of Batman's movies. More »
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Comment by CodenameV: why did you prominently feature a picture of the Silhouette in this article, when she isn't discussed? 8 Responses | Other threads
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jive tarkin
Inna Final Analysis: Why Watchmen Doesn't Quite Work (and Why It Does)
"Half the reviews say it's too true to the book, and the other half say it doesn't do it justice," my darlingdearest said as we left for Watchmen. And both takes could be accurate. More »
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By MoffComment by alphanumeric1971: My problem with Watchmen is quite simple. It's basic underlying premise was prove false by real life. Alan Moore's work has... 17 Responses | Other threads
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rant
Please, No More Dark Superhero Movies
The Dark Knight was a massive hit, and Watchmen got great buzz (if not great reviews). But when Fox floats the idea of a "dark" reboot for the Fantastic Four, it's gone too far. More »
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Comment by ManchuCandidate: Fox should do "Black Bears Attacking a Black Forest Campground At Midnight." 5 Responses | Other threads
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watchmen
The Last Watchmen Story You Need Ever Read
If you're feeling Watchmen overload, this tribute to the comic (and ads of yore) is exactly the tonic you need. More » -
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Watchmen Screenwriter Begs You To See It Again
While the Watchmen stars drag their bored-to-death faces through a surreal appearance on Rachael Ray (Billy Crudup is "Captain Boredom!") screenwriter David Hayter pleads with you to see the movie one more time. More »
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Comment by themidnighter: I read that letter earlier and that last line, "Trust me. You'll come back, eventually. Just like Sally," made me... 47 Responses | Other threads
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watchmen
Easter Eggs (And Missing Parts) In Watchmen's Titles
The beautiful title sequence to Watchmen is loaded with secret references that couldn't fit into the film (like the entire history of the Minute Men). Check what you may have missed and what got cut. More »
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Comment by siamgx: So the Last Supper hints on the coming of the one who will save the world? (which she kinda does). 11 Responses | Other threads
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watchmen
What Does Watchmen's Weekend Mean?
Watchmen's opening weekend gross of $55.7 million was, depending on whom you listen to, either a triumph or a disappointment. But what really happened this weekend, and what does it mean? More »
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Comment by Kishi: I don't know how most people felt about it, but I enjoyed Watchmen as an adaptation, but not really as... 15 Responses | Other threads
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terminator deathwatch
Can We Blame Watchmen If Sarah Connor Dies?
Friday's ratings for Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles dipped to a point where even amazing DVR lifts may not be able to help. But will Fox factor in Watchmen's opening when looking at the numbers? More »
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Comment by EarthSmiles: If the show tanks, I think the first major culprit is the Friday night programming. They may as well put... 8 Responses | Other threads
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this is a disaster
Come With Me If You Want To Disaster!!!
Well, yet another Sunday is upon us. You all do anything this weekend? See any movies? Was it a disaster? NO IT WASN'T! Let's do this!!
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Comment by IraeNicole: I must admit that the whole reason I am a lesbian is for people to marry Wookies. Or maybe Ewoks... 13 Responses | Other threads
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what watchmen did next
9 Comics To Follow Watchmen
By now, you've probably seen Watchmen and come to your own conclusions. If you came away wondering what comics you should be reading next, we're here to help with more than just the usual suspects. More »
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Comment by Steve-Q: Comics don't have to be about Superheroes Y'know? Maus. Love and Rockets. Blankets. Palestine. Sandman. Bone. Akira. Beautiful Stories for ugly Children. 9 Responses | Other threads
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Terminator: Salvation
Legally, Terminator Is The New Watchmen
Now that Watchmen has made it to theaters, we need a new SF film to be threatened by legal action. Thankfully, Terminator: Salvation has stepped up to the plate... and into the courtroom. More » -
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The Best Part Of Watchmen Online Now
Whether you loved or hated Zack Snyder's Watchmen, one thing remains true: the title credits are unforgettable. Each shot is layered with gorgeous details that lays out the history of our beloved heroes... So, enjoy. More »
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Comment by wandering_nomad: I absolutely loved the opening sequence. Though I had felt a twinge of sadness when I realized that everyone else... 16 Responses | Other threads
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watchmen
Watchmen's First Day... Disappoints
Well, this wasn't what we expected. According to initial estimations, Watchmen made less money in its first day than Zack Snyder's 300, despite playing in more theaters. Has the backlash happened early?
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Comment by spacemango: Um, recession? Less people going to the theaters due to being broke. Or are these Analyst and marketing gurus... 19 Responses | Other threads
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watchmen
From The Mouth Of Watchmen's Blue Man
So what's it like letting your computer-generated bits all hang out in front of millions? We asked Billy Crudup himself what it was like playing the big blue character who feels no shame. More » -
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Everything You Need To Know About Watchmen
Feeling Watchmen information overload? Let us help! Here are io9's greatest essays, interviews and features about the classic graphic novel adaptation, opening tonight. (With some possible spoilers, especially for graphic-novel virgins.)
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Comment by Earthslide: A pretty good movie. Still a poor man's version of Marvel. Omg the costumes! 14 Responses | Other threads
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