Super Speedo

Remember I had a rant on here not too long ago where I questioned the decision of DC Comics revamping the Man of Steel's suit yet again? Well, turns out that after allowing some time to become used to the new duds, they are slowly starting to grow on me. Who knew? Now that I've seen actor Henry Cavill's red Speedo-less suit for the upcoming SUPERMAN: MAN OF STEEL, and have come across Supe's reworked attire in a few comic books I've brought home for my kids - I start to see that it really kind of makes sense to lose the shorts.

When you think about it, Batman's costume has been in constant flux from the beginning. Robin went through a major overhaul back in the late 80's/early 90's and is still changing for the better. I suppose it's because Superman is such an icon that his suit would seem untouchable, but everything changes - and sometimes those changes are for the better. The shorts, upon reflection, were a proper part of the era (and area) of the times in which he was created - and just like Bats lost his shorts and gray and blue color motif for the black, full-body-armor suit of the movies - I now understand that it's time for Supes to lose his, too.

What say you? Yea or nay on the briefs?

Satisfying

1977 Jack Davis Slim Jim ad - Dracula
Originally uploaded by Paxton Holley

Sink your teeth into this old school 1970's ad for Slim Jims. If you ever read comic books, you saw this advertisement...

Bela's Back!

Will I be buying this comic book? OH YEAH! Here's the lowdown from the official Monsterverse website on the first (and so far only) issue of 'Bela Lugosi's Tales From The Grave.' Look for issue #2 - with a cover designed by make-up legend Rick Baker - to hit stands sometime in July!

BELA'S BACK...AND THE MONSTERVERSE HAS HIM

After more than fifty years, iconic horror film star Bela Lugosi will live again as the undead host of a new horror comic book!

The Monsterverse is proud to announce BELA LUGOSI'S TALES FROM THE GRAVE, a full-color anthology in the classic EC and Warren tradition, presenting weird and fantastic tales to keep you awake long into the night. In a special arrangement with Bela G. Lugosi, son of the famous actor, Bela Lugosi will act as host and commentator for each terror tale.

Comics professionals Kerry Gammill and Kez Wilson are returning to the field as publishers of the series and will be providing art for many of the stories. Some of the finest horror artists and writers in comics will also be bringing their talents to the book. The first issue will feature a cover by legendary monster painter Basil Gogos and an alternate cover by John Cassaday. Gammill, Wilson and screenwriter Sam F. Park will be the editing the series as well as writing stories for the book.

Look for BELA LUGOSI'S TALES FROM THE GRAVE to premiere in early 2010. For more information e-mail info@monsterverse.com or check out their website at: http://monsterverse.com/grave/