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Mainstream Press Stories

Launched 10:49 PM - We all know the giants of comic coverage (Newsarama, CBR, Comic Related, Wizard, etc.) but what are the more mainstream press outlets saying about the show? Here we go...

 

 

Wired: Comics, Superhero Flicks Whip Up a Cultural Superstorm

New York Times: Comic-Con Brings Out the Stars, and Plugs for Movies

New York Times: In Comic-Con Galaxy, Stars and Terrestrials Meet

Publishers Weekly: More Crowds, More Comics at San Diego

CNN: Comic-Con Draws Thousands

 

 

 

DC Animated Panel

Launched 10:03 PM - DC Comics' Gregory Noveck and Paul Levitz, voice director Andrea Romano, producer Bruce Timm, director Lauren Montgomery and actor Nathan Fillion were on hand as Warner Bros shared with fans a first look at next year's Wonder Woman animated feature as part of today's DC Animated Panel.

 

Newsarama: DC Animation Panel

Wizard Blog: A Look Back and Forward at DC Universe Animated Original Movies

Comics Continuum: Comic-Con: DC Animated

 

Marvel Ultimate Universe Panel

Launched 7:32 PM - Marvel staged its Ultimate Universe panel on Saturday night with panelists Joe Quesada, Jeph Loeb, Joe Pokaski, Aron Coleite, publisher Dan Buckley and marketing's Jim McCann.

 

Wizard: 'The Ultimate Universe Must Die! Panel

Blog@Newsarama: Found: One Ultimate Wolverine vs. Hulk miniseries, slightly worn

Wizard Blog: Marvel's Ultimate Universe Must Die Panel

CBR: CCI: The Ultimate Universe Must DIe!

Comics Continuum: Comic-Con: Ultimate Universe

 

 

DC Nation and DCU Panel

Launched 7:05 PM - DC Comics is hosting two DC Nation panels at this year's Comic-Con International and we're tracking details from the the first panel.

 

Comics Continuum: Comic-Con: DCU Panel

Comics Continuum: Comic-Con: DC Nation

 

 

Marvel's Secret Invasion Panel

Launched 6:46 PM - Marvel Comics played host to its Secret Invasion panel at Comic-Con International Saturday night. Panelists include Joe Quesada, Joe Pokaski, Christos Gage, Peter David, Greg Pak, Fred Van Lente, Ivan Brandon, Jason Aaron, Brian Reed, Chris Yost, Nick Lowe, Daniel Way, C.B. Cebulski and marketing's Jim McCann.

 

CBR: CCI: Secret Invasion

Newsarama: Marvel's 'Secret Invasion' Panel

Wizard Blog: Marvel Secret Invasion Panel

Comics Continuum: Comic-Con International: Secret Invasion

 

 

The Black Panther Featured During BET Panel

Launched 6:30 PM - The new Black Panther animated series is set to debut in February on BET. The goal of the series is to bring the first six issues of the Marvel series by Reginald Hudlin and John Romita Jr. to life.

 

Newsarama: 'Black Panther' Trailer

CBR: Complete Animated "Black Panther" Coverage

CBR: CCI: The BET Panel

Comics Continuum: Comic-Con: Black Panther

 

 

The Heroes Panel

Launched 6:02 PM - An army of over 6,000 Heroes fans packed Comic-Con's largest hall to get the first look at season three (a complete 44-minute preview) which was spoiler filled and discussed by executive producer Tim Kring.

 

CBR: "Heroes: Villains" Panel

Newsarama: 'Heroes' Panel

Wizard: The Heroes Panel

EW: 'Heroes' panel packed with Season 3 spoilers

E Online: Heroes Rocks Comic-Con

 

 

The Dollhouse Panel

Launched 5:43 PM - Eliza Dushku, Tahmoh Penikett and Joss Whedon discuss the upcoming series and it's certainly clear that the stars of the new Whedon-helmed sci-fi series are comfortable and enjoying the project.

 

CBR: CCI: Joss Whedon's Guys and Dolls

Newsarama: Whedon, Dushku Open 'Dollhouse' to Comic-Con

EW: As Joss Whedon looks on, stars remarkably at ease with each other during 'Dollhouse' panel

 

 

The Superman Panel

Launched 5:23 PM - Panelists Sterling Gates, Jamal Igle, James Robinson, Geoff Johns and Renato Guedes were highlighted in a DC Comics panel.

 

Comics Continuum: Comic-Con: Superman

 

 

Covering Those Who Cover...

Launched 4:49 PM - There are a lot of websites out there covering a wide mix of comic related content. We're linking in information on panels that were checking in with those who cover this increasingly wide industry we call comics.

 

Comic Geek Speak: The Podcasting Panel

Thompson on Hollywood (via Beat): Comic-Con: Revenge of the Web Masters

 

 

The Middleman Panel

Launched 4:13 PM - Executive producer Javier Grillo-Marxuach and the main Middleman, Matt Keeslar greeted fans in support of this ABC family series.

 

CBR: "The Middleman" Panel

 

 

The Eric Powell Panel

Launched 4:09 PM - Eric Powell stepped up to the microphone and took questions on all topics except his upcoming movie deal. What he did come loaded with was humor...

 

CBR: Eric Powell's "The Goon" Panel

 

 

Iron Man Armor Adventures

Launched 1:02 PM - There's quite a bit of animation being announced this weekend. It looks like it's going to be a great animated television future for comic book fans and the Iron Man Armor Adventures likes it will be no exception.

 

Comics Continuum: Comic-Con: Iron Man: Armored Adventures

Wizard Blog: SDCC: Iron Man Armor Adventures

 

 

Marvel Your Universe

Launched 12:32 PM - Marvel's Your Universe panel brought together the heads of publication, Marvel Studios, animation, Marvel's President, Kevin Feige, and about 1000 fans. The panel featured what's next for the mighty Marvel media empire, and invited audience input and the company's future.

 

Newsarama: SDCC '08 - Marvel: Your Universe Panel

CBR: CCI: Marvel: Your Universe

The Pulse: SDCC: Marvel Your Universe

 

 

The Final Crisis Panel

Launched 12:17 PM - Dan Didio hosted the panel featuring Eddie Berganza, Peter Tomasi, Greg Rucka, Brad Meltzer, Philip Tan, Grant Morrison (is he on every panel?), Alex Sinclair and Geoff Johns. The panel confirmed that the multiverse will survive (and you can find on additional story link in yesterday's coverage).

 

Comics Continuum: Comic-Con: Final Crisis

Wizard: 'Final Crisis' Panel

Newsarama: SDCC '08 - DC's 'Crisis Management'

CBR: CCI LIVE: DC Final Crisis Management

The Pulse: Final Crisis - The Multiverse Will Survive!

 

EW's Visionaries Panels

Launched once again today at 11:52 AM - Why do you work in comics? and Who inspires you? Entertainment Weekly has been hosting a series of "visionary panels this weekend. Here's more from the series (yesterday's links can be found here).

 

Wizard: Entertainment Weekly's 'The Visionaries: Filmmakers' Panel

Wizard Blog: SDCC: Entertainment Weekly’s The Visionaries: Filmmakers

EW: Judd Apatow and Kevin Smith bring the house down at EW's Visionaries panel

 

 

Still Watching For Watchmen News

Launched once again today: 11:32 AM - We're back with more Watchmen news. We'll be talking with Glenn from WatchmenComicMovie.com once again this evening for our Saturday podcast. While we await his report, here are the latest Watchmen related stories. Thursday's stories are found here and yesterday updates can be found here.

 

Feature WatchmenComicMove: Ongoing Watchmen Coverage!

 

EW: Talking with the 'Watchmen' cast

Time: Watching Watchmen at Comic-Con

Hollywood.com: Comic Con 2008: Watch Out for the 'Watchmen'

MTv: 'Watchmen' Scenes Of War, Murder And Transformation Draws Thunderous Response At Comic-Con

Blog@Newsarama: Watchmen posters, based on ‘86 ads

EW: Dave Gibbons, Chipp Kidd, Mike Essl talk about 'Watching the Watchmen'

Wizard: EW's Watching the Watchmen

CBR: CCI: “Watchmen” Panel Gallery

Wizard Blog: Watching the Watchmen

 

 

J.G. Jones Panel

Launched 10:45 AM - Final Crisis artist J.G. Jones was spotlighted in his own panel at Comic-Con. Thanks to the Comics Continuum, you can check out every moment of the audio.

 

Comics Continuum: Comic-Con: J.G. Jones

 

 

Bill Willingham Panel

Launched 10:32 AM - Fables writer Bill Willingham took center stage for his very own panel. Thanks to the Comics Continuum, you can check out every moment of the audio.

 

Comics Continuum: Comic-Con: Bill Willingham

 

 

Your 2008 Eisner Award Winners

Launched 10:02 AM - We first began talking about the Eisner awards as part of yesterday's coverage and more and more stories are starting to emerge celebrating the recipients. Personally (Chuck reporting here), I'd like to applaud the success of AdHouse Books's Chris Pitzer (who often frequents our forum) and I tip my hat with the up most respect and congratulations to each of the other winners.

 

Blog@Newsarama: SDCC: Eisner Award winners announced

Blog@Newsarama: Newsarama wins the Eisner!

Beat: Live Blogging the Eisners!

The Pulse: 2008 Eisner Winners...

Blog@Newsarama: Previewing The Eisner Awards

 

Interesting Quote (Heidi McDonald of the Beat) - "This year’s theme is MAGIC and every table is covered with magic tricks. Maybe the big trick will be finding the comics at Comic-Con!"

 

 

Barry Allen Returns to the DC Universe

Launched 9:47 AM - It wasn't an earth shattering announcement and most knew it was coming, but the return of the Barry Allen Flash to the DCU will take place under the direction of Geoff Johns and Ethan Van Sciver in the Flash: Rebirth.

 

ICv2: DC Brings Back Barry Allen

 

 

Marvel and the Electric Ant

Launched 9:42 AM - Philip K. Dick's short story The Electric Ant, is being adapted for comics by Marvel. Preview art and details have been unveiled.

 

 

Newsarama: SDCC 08 - Mack on PKD's Electric Ant

Comic Related: Philip K Dick@Marvel

ICv2: Marvel to Adapt 'The Electric Ant'

 

 

Return of the Warriors

Launched 9:35 AM - The cult classic film, The Warriors, is making the move to the comic format thanks to the Dabel Brothers. They've announced the acquisition of the license.

 

CBR: "The Warriors" Come Out To Play-ay

ICv2: Dabel Bros. Take on 'The Warriors'

 

 

Checking The Parties

Launched 9:20 AM - Part of the fun of comic conventions is the gathering of creators, fans and industry folks for the after hours parties. The 900 lb. gorilla that is San Diego should have the 900 lb. parties, right? Let's see what we can find.

 

Comics Reporter: Attack of The Pop Candy Meetup

 

 

Saturday Coverage Begins

Saturday, July 26th, 9:00 AM - We're back with day three of our San Diego Comic Con International coverage. We encourage you to reload/refresh the page regularly to see updates as we flow them onto the site. We'll be working non-stop today from our 9:00 AM start until the close of business with our second podcast. It all happens here and the newest updates will be added to the top of each page.

 

As referenced previously, this is a different kind of convention coverage for Comic Related. Our plan is to roll out the updates on a regular basis throughout each day on individual pages. Think of it as a blow-by-blow rolling blog. This is the page for Saturday's show coverage.

 

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