The whole Skrull invasion saga kicked off back in New Avengers when Echo killed Elektra, who turned out to be a Skrull. The newest week’s worth of Secret Invasion releases finally shows us how and when Elektra was replaced, and we also get some more side-plot developments via Mighty Avengers #16, X-Factor #33, and Incredible Hercules #119. Here’s a look at what happened in the saga this past week.
The Dark Knight obliterated movie theaters this weekend with an astounding and record breaking opening. If you haven’t seen it, yet, you really owe it to yourself to get out to a showing immediately. John went to see it opening night, and here’s his review, including spoilers.
Daredevil’s back next week with the next issue in the “Cruel & Unusual” storyline, co-written by Ed Brubaker and Greg Rucka. Issue #109 is a standout issue with a big gut-wrenching moment, so beware of spoilers as you read my preview, after the jump.
John went to see Hellboy 2 and has some great analysis and kind words to say about the return of Big Red and his friends at the BPRD.
There’s been a lot of odd hype and counter-hype about the upcoming XBox 360 hack and slash game Too Human. Over on the Neogaf forums, the developer even got into some heated conversations with posters about his own game, pre-release. The Too Human demo has dropped onto the XBox Live Marketplace now, and I’ve had a chance to play through it. So how good is it really?
Wanted hit theaters recently and delivered a stylishly cool movie. John saw it and has his review after the jump.
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The newest installments in Marvel’s current big crossover are Secret Invasion #4 and Captain Britain & MI13 #3. Unlike last week, we actually got some plot movement this time. Here’s a look at what happened in the storyline.
John went to see Hancock and has some very specific opinions and thoughts about the film. Check out his review after the jump.
The second issue of Brian Michael Bendis’ new mega-crossover that promises to shake the Marvel Ultimate universe releases on Wednesday. Here’s my advance review, with spoilers.
The third issue in Veritgo’s new House of Mystery series released last week, and here’s my review, which as usual is not spoiler-free.
