 | This week at your comic shop – 6/1/2011 |
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British Science Fiction Film and Television: Critical Essays
British Science Fiction Film and Television: Critical Essays (Critical Explorations in Science Fiction and Fantasy)
Tobias Hochscherf (Author, Editor), James Leggott (Editor), Donald E. Palumbo (Editor), C. W. (Editor), III Sullivan (Editor)
Written by international experts from a range of disciplines, these essays examine the uniquely British contribution to science fiction film and television. Viewing British SF as a cultural phenomenon that challenges straightforward definitions of genre, nationhood, authorship and media, the editors provide a conceptual introduction placing the essays within their critical context. Essay topics include Hammer science fiction films, the various incarnations of Doctor Who, Stanley Kubrick's A Clockwork Orange, and such 21st-century productions as 28 Days Later and Torchwood.About the Author
Tobias Hochscherf is a professor of audio-visual media at University of Applied Sciences in Kiel, Germany. His research on European film and television culture has been widely published. James Leggott is a senior lecturer in film and television studies at Northumbria University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England. He has published on various aspects of British film and television culture. Donald E. Palumbo is a professor of English at East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina. He lives in Greenville. C.W. Sullivan III is a professor of arts and sciences at East Carolina University and a full member of the Welsh Academy. He is the author of numerous books and the on-line journal Celtic Cultural Studies.
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Uncanny X-Force #11
Uncanny X-Force #11
By: Rick Remender, Billy Tan, Esad Ribic
Dark Angel Saga pt. 1Apocalypse is dead. His heir, Archangel, has picked up where his predecessor left off, amassing an army of En Sabah Nur's greatest servants! The only hope X-Force have of saving Warren Worthington from the dark entity that inhabits his soul, rests in a dimension where Apocalypse, and his technology, took over the world, the solution lies in-The Age of Apocalypse! However, before X-Force can obtain the thing capable of saving their friend, they must defeat The Amazing X-Men!
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I Zombie #14
I Zombie #14
By: Chris Roberson, Micheal Allred
'5 Brains, 5 Months' part two!Enter a world that's strange even to a zombie girl detective: the world of competitive skeeball! While Gwen is busy with the unfinished business of the latest brain she's eaten, Ellie tests her new ghost powers, while Spot continues going underground.
And in the 'Dead Presidents' backup, we visit the headquarters of V.E.I.L. and meet the mysterious head of the team.
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Wendigo Statue
Wendigo Statue
A Bowen Designs Sculpt! In the wilds of northern Canada, some men are cursed by their cannibalistic ways to become the monstrous Wendigo! The transformation from human to monster creates a being that is superhumanly strong and nigh indestructible.Over the decades, many heroes - including the Hulk, Wolverine, and Alpha Flight - have battled these cursed creatures. Randy Bowen brings this white monster of the Canadian tundra to life in an impressive 17" tall statue.
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Thunderbolts #158
Thunderbolts #158
By: Jeff Parker, Kev WalkerFEAR ITSELF TIE-IN!
When the Fear Itself hammer falls, The Raft is raised by one of its most powerful prisoners with a newfound weapon of the gods! Now the Thunderbolts will begin to learn the true meaning of FEAR ITSELF! Frank Tieri, Jen Van Meter & Joe Caramanga join series writer Jeff Parker to give us all side of the story as the Thunderbolts try to hold themselves and their world together against tide of anarchy!
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Thor Tales Of Asgard Bd + DVD
Thor Tales Of Asgard Bd + DVD
Before he ever lifted his mighty hammer. Fantastic journeys beckon from the mysterious nine realms! Places of dark mists and fiery voids... Of winged creatures and giants in the ice, and of the most alluring quest of all - the search for the legendary Lost Sword of Surtur!Hungry for adventure, Thor secretly embarks on the journey of a lifetime, joined by his loyal brother Loki and The Warriors Three, a band of boastful travelers reluctant to set sail on any adventure that might actually be dangerous. But what starts out as a harmless treasure hunt quickly turns deadly, and the young Asgardian must now prove himself worthy of the destiny he covets by saving Asgard itself! Includes two commentary tracks, making of doc, and a bonus episode of Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes!
Available in DVD and DVD/Blu-Ray Combo formats.
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Flash Gordon Mercy Wars #0
Flash Gordon Mercy Wars #0
By: Brendan Deneen, Paul Green
See where it all began! Ardden Entertainment proudly presents the never-before-available Flash Gordon: The Mercy Wars #0.In this breathtaking debut issue, Ming the 'Merciful' fights a desperate battle against the Aborian Prince Barin, resulting in a shocking ending.This hard-to-find issue reveals the desperate situation in which the planet Mongo finds itself before the arrival of Flash Gordon, Dale Arden, and Dr. Hans Zarkov!
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DC Universe Flash T-Shirt
DC Universe Flash T-Shirt XL
Pop Heroes Flash Vinyl Figure
Pop Heroes Flash Vinyl Figure
Flash Rebirth TPB
Flash Rebirth TPB
By: Geoff Johns, Ethan Van Sciver
Geoff Johns and Ethan Van Sciver, the writer/artist team behind the blockbuster GREEN LANTERN: REBIRTH and THE SINESTRO CORPS WAR, create an explosive, jaw-dropping epic that reintroduces Barry Allen as The Flash in this new collection of the fast-paced 6-issue miniseries. But how will this greatest of all Flashes find his place in the 21st century?
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Beta Ray Bill Statue
Beta Ray Bill Statue
A Bowen Designs Sculpt!On the Korbinite homeworld, one of their greatest warriors was subjected to tests and torments to judge his suitability to become their champion and protect them as they fled from the alien scourge that threatened them. He was Beta Ray Bill, and in a battle with the Norse god Thor he separated Thor from his enchanted hammer Mjolnir and took it up himself, becoming imbued with the powers of Thor!
After a challenge by Odin, Beta Ray Bill was given his own enchanted hammer - Stormbreaker - and he became Thor's oath-brother and the hero his Korbinite people needed. This 16" tall statue, sculpted by Jason Smith, brings to life Walt Simonson's cosmic equine hero.
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Flashpoint Secret Seven #1 (of 3)
Flashpoint Secret Seven #1 (of 3)
By: Peter Milligan, George Perez, Scott KoblishFLASH FACT! One among them will betray them all!
This special Flashpoint issue will ship with a FREE Flashpoint Secret Seven pin!
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Do Androids Dream Of Electric Sheep #23 (of 24)
Do Androids Dream Of Electric Sheep #23 (of 24)
By: Philip K. Dick, Tony Parker, Scott Keating
The penultimate issue of the Eisner Award-nominated sci-fi epic that inspired Blade Runner can't be missed!Only in these pages will you find out the fate of Rick Deckard and the rogue Nexus-6 androids.
Who will win: man or machine?
Only one more issue of the critically acclaimed blockbuster maxi-series that brought Philip K. Dick to the world of comics!
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Aliens vs. Predator: Three World War TPB
Aliens vs. Predator: Three World War TPB
By: Randy Stradley, Rick Leonardi, Mark Pennington, Wes Dzioba, Raymond Swanland
A long-lost Predator clan stakes its claim for galactic dominance, intent on exterminating its rival clan, the self-same trophy hunters who have plagued Earth's history. And if the advanced technology and military precision of this new threat weren't enough, they have an even more terrifying weapon--a horde of Aliens under their malefic control. Earthmen must now side with the warriors who have relentlessly hunted them, but is the enemy of my enemy my friend or just another enemy waiting for its turn to strike?* One of the most popular science-fiction/action franchises, spawning countless films, games, comics, and toys over three decades.
* Aliens vs. Predator: Three World War is the biggest action blowout yet, written by original AvP scribe Randy Stradley and illustrated by Rick Leonardi and Mark Pennington.
* Collects issues #1-#6 of the miniseries.
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Flashpoint Batman Knight Of Vengeance #1 (of 3)
Flashpoint Batman Knight Of Vengeance #1 (of 3)
By: Brian Azzarello, Eduardo Risso, Dave Johnson
FLASH FACT! He spends his days running Wayne Casinos!This special Flashpoint issue will ship with a FREE Flashpoint Batman Knight of Vengeance pin!
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Planet Hulk Hulk Mini Bust
Planet Hulk Hulk Mini Bust
A Bowen Designs Sculpt! The Hulk, banished from Earth to a distant world by a cabal known as 'the Illuminati,' became a gladiator and a heroic champion on that barbaric alien world in Greg Pak and Carlo Pagulayan's 'Planet Hulk' storyline. The barbarian Hulk is sculpted digitially by the story's artist Carlo Pagulayan for this 8 1/2" tall mini-bust. The battle for the planet Sakaar has begun!____________________________________________________________________
Doctor Who Classics Series 4 #5 Seventh Doctor
Doctor Who Classics Series 4 #5 Seventh Doctor
By: Grant Morrison, Dan Abnett, Hitch, Ridgway, Robert Hack
IDW's newly recolored reprints of classics Doctor Who tales continue with the Seventh Doctor!Follow the Doctor's adventures in 'Culture Shock' and 'Echoes of the Mogor' as only Grant Morrison & Bryan Hitch and Dan Abnett & John Ridgway can tell them! Features an all-new cover by Robert Hack and new colors by Charlie Kirchoff.
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Tokidoki X Marvel Metal Thor Blk T-Shirt MED
Tokidoki X Marvel Metal Thor Blk T-Shirt
Garb yourself, True Believer, in high-fashion apparel pairing classic Marvel characters with the cheerfulness of the tokidoki universe as acclaimed designer Simone Legno brings his distinct aesthetic to the Marvel Universe with his Spring 2011 collection.____________________________________________________________________
Hellboy: The Fury #1
Hellboy: The Fury #1
By: Mike Mignola, Duncan Fegredo, Dave Stewart, Francesco Francavilla
War ensues between the forces of good and evil as Hellboy finally confronts the Queen of Blood one on one, setting the stage for a new chapter in Hellboy's life!* Mike Mignola and Duncan Fegredo conclude an epic collaboration that began in 2007's Darkness Calls!
* Hellboy faces his demons!
"Once The Fury hits the shelves . . . $#!T. IS. GOING. TO. GO. DOWN." --Comic Impact
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Solomon Kane: Red Shadows #3
Solomon Kane: Red Shadows #3
By: Bruce Jones, Rahsan Ekedal, Dan Jackson, Dave Stewart, Gregory Manchess
Hitting the dangerous shores of Africa, a furiously obsessed Solomon Kane continues to search for his nemesis--the infamous marauder Le Loup! Comic-book legend Bruce Jones (The Incredible Hulk) continues his adaptation of Robert E. Howard's most popular Kane story. In this issue, Kane finds one powerful ally, plenty of foes, and lurking supernatural horrors in Africa's jungles, and feuding voodoo.* Comics legend Bruce Jones reenergizes Solomon Kane!
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Hulk #34
Hulk #34
By: Jeff Parker, Carlo Pagulayan
Commander Steve Rogers has a new mission for Red Hulk ... in outer space! A rescue mission goes wrong and Big Red finds himself pulled into a strange planetary system at war. Epic monster battles! Brazen warrior women! Space intrigue!And ... King Red Hulk?! Is it cosmic Déjà vu, a cruel joke of fate, or are there other hands at work??? Find out in PLANET RED HULK, an epic two-part adventure!
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S.H.I.E.L.D. Vol. 2 #1
S.H.I.E.L.D. Vol. 2 #1
By: Jonathan Hickman, Dustin Weaver
The most acclaimed book of 2010 is back in 2011!The second volume of S.H.I.E.L.D. has arrived and Jonathan Hickman (FANTASTIC FOUR) and Dustin Weaver (X-MEN) are making the second volume of S.H.I.E.L.D. even better than the first! In this issue, the secret history of Michelangelo. He has been pulling the strings for years and is now becoming the prime mover.
Can he keep Da Vinci and Newton from killing each other and destroying the Brotherhood of the Shield? Don't miss this new start of the book that everyone is talking about!
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Nick Cardy Artist At War HC Sgn Ed
Nick Cardy Artist At War HC Sgn Ed
Renowned cover artist and illustrator from DC Comics' golden years, Nick Cardy, now in his 80's, has been drawing his whole life. Before beginning his career in comics post-World War II, Nick was one of the Greatest Generation, shipped overseas to take part in the war. Without benefit of a camera, Nick did what he did best - carrying a sketchbook and documenting his time from beginning to end, both the humor and the horror. What we have is a chronicle, one man's journey, that speaks for millions, and each sketch and painting accompanied by Nick Cardy's own commentary. Each volume also includes a 30-minute DVD of Cardy discussing his experiences as an artist at war.Available in both Signed and Sketch editions.
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Flashpoint Abin Sur The Green Lantern #1 (of 3)
Flashpoint Abin Sur The Green Lantern #1 (of 3)
By: Adam Schlagman, Felipe Massafera
FLASH FACT! He survived the crash!This special Flashpoint issue will ship with a FREE Flashpoint Abin Sur pin!
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Captain Britain HC Vol. 01 Birth Of Legend
Captain Britain HC Vol. 01 Birth Of Legend
Marvel U.K.'s first original super hero made his explosive debut in 1976. Now, on his 35th anniversary, Captain Britain's earliest adventures are collected in the United States for the first time!Witness the legend's beginning as British student Brian Braddock makes a fateful choice between might and right, and becomes Merlin's champion! Experience Captain Britain's first battles as he faces fearsome foes like the Reaver, Hurricane, Dr. Synne, the Mastermind computer, Lord Hawk, Nykonn and the Manipulator. And thrill to his dynamic team-up with U.S. counterpart Captain America as they join forces to battle the Red Skull!
Plus: the debut of Brian's sister, Betsy Braddock - better known today as the X-Men's Psylocke! Never before seen on our shores, these early tales of Marvel U.K.'s original hero are classic British action, presented in the Mighty Marvel Manner!
This title collects
CAPTAIN BRITAIN (1976) #1-39 and SUPER SPIDER-MAN AND CAPTAIN BRITAIN #231-232
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Fear Itself #3 (of 7)
Fear Itself #3 (of 7)
By: Matt Fraction, Stuart Immonen, Steve McNivenThe blockbuster Marvel event of the year continues! Sin leads the most audacious attack on American soil the world has ever seen as global panic sets in and we fall sway to the power of fear itself.
On Asgard, Loki hatches the scheme to end all schemes. And everywhere, the Serpent's presence is felt...never moreso than when a major Marvel hero falls at his hands. The shock ending to end all shock endings...as the cycle of evil stretching millennia is at last completed.
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Static Shock Special (One Shot)
Static Shock Special (One Shot)
By: Felicia D. Henderson, Derec Donovan
A special one-shot paying homage to Dwayne McDuffie and the world of Milestone Media, with tribute material from Milestone co-founder Denys Cowan and other Milestone alumni.
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Doctor Who Genesis Of The Daleks Action Figure Set
Doctor Who Genesis Of The Daleks Action Figure Set
Imported from the UK!The Time Lords sent the Doctor and his companions to the planet Skaro at a point early in its history to stop the development of the Daleks. Skaro, however, is in the grip of a long war of attrition between the Kaleds and the Thals, and the Kaleds' chief scientist, Davros, has created the ultimate weapon to turn the tide of war - a Dalek!Based on the classic Doctor Who adventure, 'Genesis of the Daleks,' the epic six-part story that revealed the origin of the Doctor's greatest foe, this exclusive set from Underground Toys includes Davros, 2 'Genesis'-variant Daleks, and the Fourth Doctor in his dufflecoat. Window box packaging.
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Heroes For Hire #8
Heroes For Hire #8
By: Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning, Brad Walker, Doug Braithwaite
THE CONCLUSION OF THE HEROES' TEAM-UP WITH SPIDER-MAN!With Paladin in deep trouble, Misty Knight's operation only has one agent in the streets: Spider-Man! But the wise-cracking wall-crawler is up to his neck in trouble with the all-new, all-deadly Scorpion!
Who else can Misty deploy? And what other shocks can she reveal about the lies upon which the Heroes outfit was built? Find out in the next chapter of the series that has Aint It Cool News raving 'Just buy it already!'
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Iggy Pop 7 Inch Action Figure
Iggy Pop 7 Inch Action Figure
The godfather of punk, the legendary Iggy Pop, is finally immortalized in action figure form! This highly-detailed figure stands 6 3/4" tall and comes with a microphone and display stand. Window box packaging.
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Death Of Zorro #4
Death Of Zorro #4
By: Ande Parks, Esteve Pols, Francesco Francavilla
The battle is on. The Lone Ranger, Tonto and a handful of Indian braves launch their first guerilla attack on the forces of Colonel Augustus Barton. It's a small step, though, as Barton's men still hold the local Indian mission: still oppress and murder those who live there.Meanwhile, members of the secret society of crime fighters known as La Justicia make their way to the Zorro ranch. Do they represent what the Chumash Indians have been praying for hope?
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Herc #4
Herc #4
By: Fred Van Lente, Neil Edwards, Michael Kaluta
As FEAR ITSELF continues to rage across the Marvel Universe, escaped super villains make their way to Brooklyn where they are faced only by...not Herc?A villain not seen since the days of 'Dark Reign' and accidentally resurrected by Herc during 'Chaos War' has arisen to challenge Herc's role as the borough's protector -- but what sinister purpose lies behind his so-called heroism? Swords and sorcery clash in the heart of modern-day New York City! ____________________________________________________________________
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