Topic: Comic-Con International

Chapter & Verse Comic-Con 2013: A look at past comic books and a glimpse of the genre's future (+video)

Gerard Jones, author of 'Men of Tomorrow: Geeks, Gangsters, and the Birth of the Comic Book,' explains the origins of comic books, the hardships they went through, and where they are apt to go next. 

Comic-Con 2013 includes exhibits on 'Walking Dead' and 'Ender's Game'

Comic-Con 2013 will include peeks at movies including the new 'Captain America' film and a 'Godzilla' remake. Comic-Con 2013 is being held in San Diego.

Chapter & Verse 'The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug' gets its first behind-the-scenes video (+ video)

Director Peter Jackson continues his tradition of filming behind-the-scenes video blogs about what's happening in production of 'The Hobbit'.

Palin: 'Nerd prom' slam targets White House press dinner (+video)

Palin: 'Nerd prom' denigrates the White House Correspondent's dinner, where President Obama joked Saturday. Sara Palin wasn't invited, and according to The Atlantic, she wasn't the first to label the event a 'nerd prom.'

Peter Parker death (gasp!) roils Spider-Man fans. Why they're taking it hard.

Peter Parker death in the current 'Amazing Spider-Man' issue caught readers and fans off guard – and will probably deliver a sales kick for publisher Marvel Comics. 

Colorado shootings likely to change movie going experience indefinitely

In the wake of the Colorado theater shootings, many movie chains have changed their security policies. No masks, fake weapons, or backpacks. But would theater-goers accept metal detectors?

'Oz: The Great and Powerful' trailer debuts at Comic-Con (+video)

'Oz: The Great and Powerful' is director Sam Rami's prequel to the original Wizard of Oz. The movie, 'Oz: The Great and Powerful' is about how the ruler of Emerald City came to Oz and became the character known in the 1939 film.

Culture Cafe 'Avengers' stars shoot new scene weeks before film's premiere

Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige shares thoughts on 'Spider-Man' and future superhero sequels.

Macworld: Trade show? Nah. Apple 'lifestyle' event.

Macworld is coming into its own after Apple pulled out three years ago. The new Macworld is smaller, consumer oriented, and inspirational.

Culture Cafe 'Ringer' stars Sarah Michelle Gellar and Ioan Gruffudd talk about their new series

'Ringer,' say stars Sarah Michelle Gellar, Nestor Carbonell, and Ioan Gruffudd, will appeal to fans with its twisty plotting and human themes.
09/14/2011 02:32 pm

Culture Cafe Budget cuts and authorial tango: why Frank Darabont left AMC's 'The Walking Dead'

The story behind Darabont's departure from the critically successful show is revealed.
08/12/2011 12:31 pm

In Pictures Hobbits around the world

In Pictures Daring dogs

Daniel Craig stars in Cowboys & Aliens: movie review

Cowboys & Aliens: A western-sci-fi mash-up? Yep, and it works. Daniel Craig and Harrison Ford star in Cowboys & Aliens.
07/29/2011 03:13 pm

How Comic-Con went from geek to Hollywood megabucks

Comic-Con in San Diego is much more than a comic book convention now. In the age of social media, Hollywood has taken note of how much influence attendees can have.
07/21/2011 08:03 pm

Culture Cafe Jon Favreau's 'Cowboys & Aliens' will premier at Comic-Con International

Director Jon Favreau (Iron Man) has revealed that the world premiere for ‘Cowboys & Aliens’ will take place during the three-day 2011 Comic-Con International Festival from July 22-25 in San Diego.
06/14/2011 01:21 pm

Google logo gets a 'Spirited' look

To celebrate the 94th birthday of comic book legend Will Eisner, Google's Doodle bases its look today on Eisner’s classic character 'The Spirit.'
03/06/2011 11:36 am

In Pictures Pod people

Horizons SCVNGR: What you need to know

SCVNGR is a burgeoning social game. Here's a rundown on SCVNGR and its new international API.
11/02/2010 03:28 pm

Horizons X-Men: Destiny, what we know so far

X-Men: Destiny is the latest video game announcement from Silicon Knights and Activision.
10/08/2010 05:42 pm

Chapter & Verse "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World": When a comic book slacker hits the big screen

"Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" pushes graphic novels into the mainstream.
08/11/2010 11:51 am

The Avengers to be directed by Joss Whedon of 'Buffy,' 'Firefly' fame

The Avengers movie will be directed by Joss Whedon, best known for his creations "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," "Angel," "Firefly," and "Dollhouse."
07/26/2010 05:58 pm

Comic-Con attendees dazzled by 'Tron,' 'Harry Potter,' and 'Avengers' teasers

Comic-Con, the sci-fi and fantasy themed convention in San Diego, was a four-day extravaganza of light cycles, wizards, and superheroes.
07/26/2010 03:35 pm

Samuel L. Jackson announces 'Avengers' cast

Samuel L. Jackson, making an appearance at Comic-Con in San Diego, announced who will be portraying the superheros that make up the Avengers for the upcoming film.
07/26/2010 03:16 pm

"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" preview shown at Comic-Con

"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" preview was shared with 6,000 attendees at Comic-Con. Many camped out overnight to see the clip of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows"
07/26/2010 11:07 am