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From 'Hell' To Eternity: Celebrating Matt Groening!
From 'Hell' To Eternity: Celebrating Matt Groening!
From 'Hell' To Eternity: Celebrating Matt Groening!
Born on this day in 1954, Matt Groening's instantly recognizable visual style, off-kilter humor, and knack for depicting the innate dysfunctionality of personal interactions have defined him as one of the most influential cartoonists of the late 20th/early 21st century. From self-publishing comics in the late '70s, to overseeing a multi-media empire in the new millennium, he's followed an unorthodox and unlikely path to fame and fortune, without compromising his idiosyncratic vision.
Bottleneck Gallery Debuts Classic 'Simpsons' Episode Prints
Bottleneck Gallery Debuts Classic 'Simpsons' Episode Prints
Bottleneck Gallery Debuts Classic 'Simpsons' Episode Prints
What's your favorite episode of The Simpsons? It's a tough choice right? For over twenty-five years and hundreds of episodes, Springfield's favorite family have provided some of the best episodes of television ever created and inspired a generation of artists and fans in the process. To celebrate the show, Bottleneck Gallery are debuting three prints based on classic Simpsons episodes by the artist Florey.
'Simpsons' First Look at Hour-Long Hip-Hop 'Gatsby' Episode
'Simpsons' First Look at Hour-Long Hip-Hop 'Gatsby' Episode
'Simpsons' First Look at Hour-Long Hip-Hop 'Gatsby' Episode
Time will tell if we ever see The Simpsons attempting another theatrical venture, but in the meantime, mid-January will pad Season 28’s runtime a bit with a first-ever hourlong episode. The hour in question will re-imagine The Great Gatsby with a hip-hop bent, while you can see the first footage with star Keegan-Michael Key right now.
Free Comic Book Day Announces Gold Titles For 2017
Free Comic Book Day Announces Gold Titles For 2017
Free Comic Book Day Announces Gold Titles For 2017
I know we've all been waiting very patiently, but the day is finally upon us. Comics based on James Cameron's Avatar are finally coming next year on Free Comic Book Day! The comic book adaptation of the smash-hit blockbuster that everyone loves and remembers is just one of twelve Gold Titles as part of FCBD's 2017 celebration, which also includes Rick & Morty, Doctor Who and X-O Manowar. Announced today, Free Comic Book Day 2017 will be celebrated across the world on May 6th, and as usual the big name publishers, including Image, IDW, Boom, Oni and Titan, all have offerings as part of next year's crop of Gold Sponsor titles.
Comics Alliance Gift Guide: Enamel Pins To Buy Your Pals
Comics Alliance Gift Guide: Enamel Pins To Buy Your Pals
Comics Alliance Gift Guide: Enamel Pins To Buy Your Pals
Enamel pins have taken over the world this year. They're cute, fun, and affordable! You can show off your favorite pop culture obsessions, or your attitude towards the world, all with a simple pin on your lapel. But let's be real; you're probably wearing more than one. They're mini works of art that you can wear; what's not to love? Independent artists are especially benefiting from the enamel pin trend, as they can make these extremely popular items at a pretty low cost. Our gift guide includes many of these independent designers selling their pins on Etsy, as well as some of the larger, more prominent enamel pin pioneers. We have no doubt you'll find the perfect pin for everyone on your holiday gift list!
'Simpsons' Boss Shares Script of Unmade Prince Episode
'Simpsons' Boss Shares Script of Unmade Prince Episode
'Simpsons' Boss Shares Script of Unmade Prince Episode
The Simpsons has visited just about every nook and cranny of pop culture in its near-30 years, though a long-abandoned episode concept saw the late Prince putting in a particularly meta appearance. Now, Simpsons boss Al Jean shares the tribute episode that might have been, as well what caused the revered artist to decline.
'The Simpsons' Get Disney-Style Animation Couch Gag
'The Simpsons' Get Disney-Style Animation Couch Gag
'The Simpsons' Get Disney-Style Animation Couch Gag
It’s been some time since we’ve had a noteworthy Simpsons couch gag, and like all animated greats, there’s room to borrow from the classics. If ever you wondered what Homer, Marge, Bart, Maggie and Lisa might have looked like as Disney cartoons, check out the latest gag from a revered Disney animator.
10 Most Memorable ToyFare Mailaway Figures
10 Most Memorable ToyFare Mailaway Figures
10 Most Memorable ToyFare Mailaway Figures
Since the dawn of time, mailaway action figures have been a staple of the scene. That is, if you consider the dawn of time to be the day Kenner started releasing Star Wars figures. Though the trend has died down significantly in the era of the Internet, exclusives are still a very important part of toy collecting. As one of the final companies to offer mailaway incentives, the now defunct ToyFare magazine was one of the last bastions of trend. Say what you will about the Wizard magazine empire, but for a long time, it's brand of geek culture coverage was all many of us had. ToyFare in particular was a great place for collectors to see what was coming, learn the history of industry, and to see how the sausage was made. What made the magazine even more special were the brand partnerships that allowed ToyFare to offer a variety of different collectibles based on Marvel, DC, animation and indie comic characters. Plus, you didn't have have cash ​and a dozen UPCs to send in to get your hands on something as rudimentary as a William "Refrigerator" Perry figure.

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