Showing posts with label Doctor Who. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Doctor Who. Show all posts
Monday, January 20, 2014
Friday, January 3, 2014
50 Most Influential Fictional Characters #10-6
From November 28th to December 25th 2013, we collected top ten lists from both members of the Facebook group and visitors to the site to compile the list of CBNAH Top 50 Most Influential Fictional Characters of All Time. Today we bring counting down from #10-6.
Created By: Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, Larry Lieber and Don Heck
From: Iron Man and Avengers
First Appearance: Tales of Suspense #39 (1963)
Tony Stark aka Iron Man is playboy billionaire, genius engineer and industrialist. One of the first superheroes to be apart of the establishment. Outside of fighting supervillains, Iron Man has fought against world real situations such as terrorism and corporate crime. Along the way the character has suffered a long battle with alcoholism. Thanks to the three Iron Man films, the character went from a high B-level character into a superstar.
Created By: Sydney Newman, C. E. Webber and Donald Wilson
From: Doctor Who
First Appearance: An Unearthly Child (1963)
Doctor Who is by far the most successful Sci-Fi show in television history. With fans all over the world have been watching the adventures of The Doctor for fifty years. In Britain, where the show was first aired, The Doctor has greatly influence British culture. The series is showing no signs of slowing down and has expanded in other mediums like novels, radio dramas, and several spin off shows.
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Created By: Joss Whedon
From: Buffy the Vampire Slayer
First Appearance: Buffy the Vampire Slayer (Movie) (1992)
Buffy Summers made her first appearance in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer film in 1992. The film did okay, but it wasn't until the Buffy television series in '97 that saw the character exploded in popularity and became a strong role model for the modern female audience. She fought her own battles, grew as a character and after each battle, she would push herself to the limit to become a great slayer.
Created By: Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
From: Sherlock Holmes
First Appearance: A Study in Scarlet (1887)
Sherlock Holmes is consider to be many scholars to be the greatest character in fiction. The character has influenced and inspired many generations of people to study forensic science and crime scene investigation. The detective has influenced many other fictional characters like John Luther to Hercule Poirot.
Created By: William Moulton Marston
From: Wonder Woman and Justice League
First Appearance: All Star Comics #8 (1941)
In the male dominated world of superhero comics, Wonder Woman made a great impact in her comic debut in 1941. She fought for love, justice and sexual equality, which lead Wonder Woman to be popular with female readers and a feminist icon. She's one of the most powerful characters in the DC Comics and can match strength with Superman and apart the holy trinity of DC, along with Superman and Batman. She still inspires female readers to this day.
10. Iron Man
From: Iron Man and Avengers
First Appearance: Tales of Suspense #39 (1963)
Tony Stark aka Iron Man is playboy billionaire, genius engineer and industrialist. One of the first superheroes to be apart of the establishment. Outside of fighting supervillains, Iron Man has fought against world real situations such as terrorism and corporate crime. Along the way the character has suffered a long battle with alcoholism. Thanks to the three Iron Man films, the character went from a high B-level character into a superstar.
9. The Doctor
From: Doctor Who
First Appearance: An Unearthly Child (1963)
Doctor Who is by far the most successful Sci-Fi show in television history. With fans all over the world have been watching the adventures of The Doctor for fifty years. In Britain, where the show was first aired, The Doctor has greatly influence British culture. The series is showing no signs of slowing down and has expanded in other mediums like novels, radio dramas, and several spin off shows.
8. Buffy Summers
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From: Buffy the Vampire Slayer
First Appearance: Buffy the Vampire Slayer (Movie) (1992)
Buffy Summers made her first appearance in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer film in 1992. The film did okay, but it wasn't until the Buffy television series in '97 that saw the character exploded in popularity and became a strong role model for the modern female audience. She fought her own battles, grew as a character and after each battle, she would push herself to the limit to become a great slayer.
7. Sherlock Holmes
From: Sherlock Holmes
First Appearance: A Study in Scarlet (1887)
Sherlock Holmes is consider to be many scholars to be the greatest character in fiction. The character has influenced and inspired many generations of people to study forensic science and crime scene investigation. The detective has influenced many other fictional characters like John Luther to Hercule Poirot.
6. Wonder Woman
From: Wonder Woman and Justice League
First Appearance: All Star Comics #8 (1941)
In the male dominated world of superhero comics, Wonder Woman made a great impact in her comic debut in 1941. She fought for love, justice and sexual equality, which lead Wonder Woman to be popular with female readers and a feminist icon. She's one of the most powerful characters in the DC Comics and can match strength with Superman and apart the holy trinity of DC, along with Superman and Batman. She still inspires female readers to this day.
Monday, May 14, 2012
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Back of the Bin Wednesday Reviews..!
by Chris Grisby
Its a cosmic themed 'Back of the Bin', this week. Don't space out its a short stack this week... Dig, go buy it. Sift, search for key issues. Bury, do not read, even with your worst enemies eyes...
This stack:
The Saga of Swamp Thing #1 (1982)
Power Girl #1 (2009)
Marvel Premiere featuring Doctor Who #'s 59, 60 (1981)
Action Comics #815 (2004)
Warlock and the Infinity Watch #'s 1-4 (1992)
Swamp Thing #1
Story: Martin Pasko Art: Tom Yeates
Expected a lot more out of this for some reason. Strictly set up and origin story but nothing of any real interest happens. If you though 'Red Lanterns' could be read while listening to the 'Dawson's Creek' theme, try this and the 'Doogie Howser' theme. Swampy is as in his head as Atrocitus, probably more so, he just has a better vocabulary. Bury this... in a swamp, if you must...
Power Girl #1
Story: Justin Gray, Jimmy Palmiotti Art: Amanda Conner
Actually, promising, lol. I know she catches a lot of flak for the tits on display but she certainly displays some solid super heroics, as well. She's an interesting as a superhero and in her secret alter ego. I have to say, though, given the history and "use" of her breasts the new DC version will lose some points (and cup sizes) if they tone down her look and "I have breasts, hear them roar." attitude. I'm going to say Dig...
Marvel Premiere featuring Doctor Who #59, 60
Story: Wagner and Mills Art: Dave Gibbons
Truly a spot on adaptation of a Doctor Who adventure. The humor at times was a little... "whomp-whomp"-corny but overall enjoyable. Doctor Who is the king of the hopeful yet pyrrhic victory ending and is so here. Though the sometimes dark tone of danger is not as prevalent as in the more recent shows. Still... a Dig...
Action Comics #815
hmm, I kind of liked a Superman book, weird... First, let me say that the Clark and Lois bit of the book was almost insufferable. Him whinging about his job was painful, believable and well written, but unappealing to read. The rest, his fight with the issue's baddie and some of the Teen Titans was quite good. There hasn't been much to "write home about" art-wise, this week, but Supes looks damn good here and the depiction of the fight almost completely makes up for his lack luster alter ego... almost... Sift this title. If it truly seems to be an "action" heavy book or feature a good cameo, it may be a good read. Avoid anything with Clark Kent talking...
Warlock and the Infinity Watch #1's 1-4
Story: Jim Starlin Art: Angel Medina
I don't want to compare it to the last incarnation of 'The Guardians of the Galaxy', which has become a bit of a "sacred cow", but that's the closest comparison I have. I think it only lacks in the overall action department. Despite a strong unfamiliarity with the main characters I was drawn into the story and enjoyed the ride. Warlock and the Infinity Watch offers a lot of headiness and humor. be prepared for a lot of Warlock back story but otherwise if you need a little "space" in your life... Dig...
Its a cosmic themed 'Back of the Bin', this week. Don't space out its a short stack this week... Dig, go buy it. Sift, search for key issues. Bury, do not read, even with your worst enemies eyes...
This stack:
The Saga of Swamp Thing #1 (1982)
Power Girl #1 (2009)
Marvel Premiere featuring Doctor Who #'s 59, 60 (1981)
Action Comics #815 (2004)
Warlock and the Infinity Watch #'s 1-4 (1992)
Swamp Thing #1
Story: Martin Pasko Art: Tom Yeates
Expected a lot more out of this for some reason. Strictly set up and origin story but nothing of any real interest happens. If you though 'Red Lanterns' could be read while listening to the 'Dawson's Creek' theme, try this and the 'Doogie Howser' theme. Swampy is as in his head as Atrocitus, probably more so, he just has a better vocabulary. Bury this... in a swamp, if you must...
Power Girl #1
Story: Justin Gray, Jimmy Palmiotti Art: Amanda Conner
Actually, promising, lol. I know she catches a lot of flak for the tits on display but she certainly displays some solid super heroics, as well. She's an interesting as a superhero and in her secret alter ego. I have to say, though, given the history and "use" of her breasts the new DC version will lose some points (and cup sizes) if they tone down her look and "I have breasts, hear them roar." attitude. I'm going to say Dig...
Marvel Premiere featuring Doctor Who #59, 60
Story: Wagner and Mills Art: Dave Gibbons
Truly a spot on adaptation of a Doctor Who adventure. The humor at times was a little... "whomp-whomp"-corny but overall enjoyable. Doctor Who is the king of the hopeful yet pyrrhic victory ending and is so here. Though the sometimes dark tone of danger is not as prevalent as in the more recent shows. Still... a Dig...
Action Comics #815
hmm, I kind of liked a Superman book, weird... First, let me say that the Clark and Lois bit of the book was almost insufferable. Him whinging about his job was painful, believable and well written, but unappealing to read. The rest, his fight with the issue's baddie and some of the Teen Titans was quite good. There hasn't been much to "write home about" art-wise, this week, but Supes looks damn good here and the depiction of the fight almost completely makes up for his lack luster alter ego... almost... Sift this title. If it truly seems to be an "action" heavy book or feature a good cameo, it may be a good read. Avoid anything with Clark Kent talking...
Warlock and the Infinity Watch #1's 1-4
Story: Jim Starlin Art: Angel Medina
I don't want to compare it to the last incarnation of 'The Guardians of the Galaxy', which has become a bit of a "sacred cow", but that's the closest comparison I have. I think it only lacks in the overall action department. Despite a strong unfamiliarity with the main characters I was drawn into the story and enjoyed the ride. Warlock and the Infinity Watch offers a lot of headiness and humor. be prepared for a lot of Warlock back story but otherwise if you need a little "space" in your life... Dig...
Saturday, October 22, 2011
Is Matt Smith Stepping out of the TARDIS?
Not strictly comics related, but Matt Smith hints he may only be doing one more season of Doctor Who:
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