1976: Search for Tomorrow's Eunice died after Jennifer shot her.
1978: Dallas' Sue Ellen told J.R. she was pregnant.
1981: Sid Fairgate died on Knots Landing.
2009: James Franco debuted on General Hospital."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1957: On The Edge of Night, Mike Karr (John Larkin) Mike convinced Da Thompson to withhold the Harper's involvement with Clayton Pike, so that Mary and Roger Harper could make peace first.
1974: On Another World, Alice Matthews Frame (Jacqueline Courtney) agreed to see Rachel (Victoria Wyndham) after Rachel arrived at the Matthews' home insisting theythey talk.
1976: On Search for Tomorrow,...
1978: Dallas' Sue Ellen told J.R. she was pregnant.
1981: Sid Fairgate died on Knots Landing.
2009: James Franco debuted on General Hospital."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1957: On The Edge of Night, Mike Karr (John Larkin) Mike convinced Da Thompson to withhold the Harper's involvement with Clayton Pike, so that Mary and Roger Harper could make peace first.
1974: On Another World, Alice Matthews Frame (Jacqueline Courtney) agreed to see Rachel (Victoria Wyndham) after Rachel arrived at the Matthews' home insisting theythey talk.
1976: On Search for Tomorrow,...
- 11/19/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
You may be familiar with George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series which led to HBO's Game of Thrones but for even longer he’s been involved with a science fiction and superhero fantasy anthology called Wild Cards. And he's just announced it's coming to a television near you. Back in 2011 Wild Cards was optioned for a movie by Syfy Films and Universal Pictures. That didn't quite pan out but Martin himself announced the latest news on his LiveJournal which still has Universal involved: Universal Cable Productions (Ucp) has acquired the rights to adapt our long-running Wild Cards series of anthologies and mosaic novels for television. Development will begin immediately on what we hope will be the first of several interlocking series. Melinda M. Snodgrass, my assistant editor and right-hand man on Wild Cards since its inception, the creator of Dr. Tachyon, Double Helix, and Franny Black,...
- 8/7/2016
- by Jill Pantozzi
- Hitfix
Many comic book fans and professionals are in a uproar concerning DC Entertainments' decision to scrap plans for their "Killing Joke" inspired variant cover for Batgirl #41. Outspoken social media users who found fault with the cover were verbally assaulted on twitter, facebook, tumblr, etc to such an extent that artist Rafael Albuquerque requested DC change the cover. The Washington Post, Paste and The Guardian all wrote pieces, deriding DC for their intentions to publish the cover which they argue celebrates Batgirl's role as a physcially assaulted and sexually abused victim in Allan Moore's 1980 Batman tale. While most applauded DC's decision, other artist and writers were disappointed with DC, citing creative freedom and surmising that in today's social and politicial climate, "The Killing Joke" would never even get made. Others point to the fact that this retreat will lead to future incidents where social media outrage will arrest creative freedom...
- 3/18/2015
- ComicBookMovie.com
The smell that hits you as you walk in? That mix of paper, acetone, and nerd sweat? You have to admit that you love it. It wouldn’t be the comic shop without it. Whether you’re digging through the bargain boxes, perusing the new stock, or hanging out to talk about the most recent issues, this is your shop. You come in every Wednesday. Its a little slice of heaven where you can argue about who wins in a fight, or which costume looks better, or how badly DC just screwed something up. On the other side of the counter, however, its a completely different story. If you’re thinking about owning your own comic shop one day, take a few lessons from someone who does. (That would be me)
Know your product.
I’m lucky. I have a pretty encyclopedic knowledge of characters, events, and company histories. I know for instance,...
Know your product.
I’m lucky. I have a pretty encyclopedic knowledge of characters, events, and company histories. I know for instance,...
- 1/12/2014
- by Doctor Cory
- SoundOnSight
Professor Crazy’s Case Log: I’m going to be interviewing the famous and highly gifted author Stefan Petrucha today. He has a column here now, and he is the author of the best-selling X-Files comic book series and has written eighteen novels, including Timetripper, The Rule of Won, a book he coauthored with Ryan Buell (the host of A&E’s Paranormal State) called Paranormal State: My Journey Into the Unknown, and his most recent novel, which I reviewed here, the paranormal historical vampire novel Blood Prophecy. He has also appeared in three episodes of Paranormal State. Will I also have paranormal experiences during this interview? Who knows…read on to find out!
Professor Crazy: You prefer to be called Stefan or Steve? What is your favorite color, and what is your quest? You could answer those, but I have some very sensible, non-crazy questions for you, as well.
Professor Crazy: You prefer to be called Stefan or Steve? What is your favorite color, and what is your quest? You could answer those, but I have some very sensible, non-crazy questions for you, as well.
- 6/7/2011
- by Professor Crazy
- Boomtron
Us soldier John Carter is on patrol in Afghanistan when he is ambushed by a group of insurgents and left for dead. Rushed to secret military base he is told his only hope for survival is an experimental teleportation device. With no other choice, Carter agrees to the plan…
Carter awakens alone… and uninjured… on the surface of Mars. He attempts to stand up and springs a full six feet into the air. With his new found superhuman powers, Carter finds himself embroiled in a war between the militaristic race, The Tharks who accept him as one of their own, and the other indigenous races of Mars.
Can stay neutral in the war between the Tharks and the beautiful princess of Mars, with whom he has fallen in love? And when a greater threat to both alien races appears, can Carter must convince the enemies to work together to defeat the common foe?...
Carter awakens alone… and uninjured… on the surface of Mars. He attempts to stand up and springs a full six feet into the air. With his new found superhuman powers, Carter finds himself embroiled in a war between the militaristic race, The Tharks who accept him as one of their own, and the other indigenous races of Mars.
Can stay neutral in the war between the Tharks and the beautiful princess of Mars, with whom he has fallen in love? And when a greater threat to both alien races appears, can Carter must convince the enemies to work together to defeat the common foe?...
- 7/5/2010
- by Phil
- Nerdly
One of the most critically lauded works in a field still shorted mainstream respect, Allan Moore’s 1986-87 short run series “Watchmen” sees its big-screen adaptation glow to life in early March. Moore has a history of prickly behavior when it comes to Hollywood’s take on his work, but there appears to be a groundswell of support among fans and the general public alike for director Zach Snyder’s interpretation. The rush of comic book and graphic novel adaptations has accelerated over the last few years as studios look for projects with built-in brand recognition, and it shows no sign of slowing. With this ToM, we’ll look at a few adaptations and consider what they may have done right and wrong. There are many we’ll miss (some with good reason, others without) - as always, you’re encouraged to agree / disagree / digress below…...
- 2/18/2009
- by Collin Armstrong
- Screen Anarchy
As is typical with any comic to film adaptation, there’s bound to be a video game tie-in, and (sadly for some) Watchmen is no exception. But this isn’t your typical cheap cash-in on the film or graphic novel’s name…at least, that’s what the developers, filmmakers, and even some of the comic’s creators would have you believe. Watchmen: The End is Nigh takes place in 1972, over a decade before the events in the graphic novel and film, and tries to explore the days when Rorschach and Nite Owl were a crime fighting duo (just five years before the Keene act outlaws vigilantes and costumed heroes). As such, don’t expect to see the events of the film or book here…but fans will definitely have something familiar to look forward to.
As detailed in last month’s issue of Electronic Gaming Monthly, Zack Snyder...
As detailed in last month’s issue of Electronic Gaming Monthly, Zack Snyder...
- 1/26/2009
- by Ian Bonds
- Comicmix.com
The latest Watchmen video journal is now online, courtesy of Omelete. This time we’re looking at the Art Direction of the Zack Snyder directed flick. Based on Allan Moore’s acclaimed graphic novel, Watchmen is a complex, multi-layered mystery adventure, set in an alternate 1985 America in which costumed superheroes are part of the fabric of everyday society. It opens March 6, 2009 and stars Patrick Wilson, Jackie Earle Haley, Matthew Goode, Billy Crudup, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Malin Akerman, Carla Gugino, Stephen McHattie and Matt Frewer.
- 12/6/2008
- by James Cook
- TheMovingPicture.net
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