Superhero Bits: Man Of Steel, Batman Live, Captain America, The Dark Knight Rises
Which countries opted to not callCaptain America: The First Avengerby its full name? Want to see some set construction photos fromMan of Steel? Who is influencingHans Zimmeras he writes the score forThe Dark Knight Rises? Does four minutes ofBatman Livesound cool? And did the guy above win Fourth of July? Read about all of that and much more in today’s Superhero Bits.
You’re reading Superhero Bits, but what if it was called Superhero Briefs? This photo comes fromBuzzfeed(viaThe Daily What) and begs the question, “Are these really essential?”
What Culturehas an enlightening list of “10 Things You Didn’t Know AboutCaptain America” from both the comics, pop culture and more. Here’s one example:
Kyle Roberts(via Toysrevils) has made this clever stop motion animated film featuringCaptain Americaand a bomb pop. Read more about the creation at those links.
There had been some controversy over the title ofCaptain America: The First Avengerin that the word “America” might not be used in the title for various countries. Well,it’s official, it’ll have the full title in all of the world except in Russia, Ukraine and South Korea. In those countries it’ll just be calledThe First Avenger.
Los Angeles blogThe LAIsthas posted a funny gallery of the latest superheros to grace Hollywood Boulevard and, predictably, they are a little awkward looking such as the aboveSpider-Manhaving a pot belly.
Hans Zimmerwill not have the help ofJames Newton Howardwhen he scoresThe Dark Knight Rises, according to an article inthe BBC(viaThe Playlist) but he has been listening to some very different people looking for inspiration:
Screenrantreports that Marvel CCOJoe Quesedatweeted from the set ofThe Avengers: “One word… QUINJET!” Now we’d heard rumors that the vehicle (seen above in its comic form) would be in the movie but here’s further confirmation.
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Bleeding Coolhas highlighted an article that the usually conservativeFox Newswrote aboutCaptain America: The First Avengerand deemed it fair and balanced…until you scroll down to the comments which are incredibly closed minded. If you’d like to read a new spin on the American character, head over there.
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Yesterday’sSuperhero Bitshad a report that people had been seen jumping out of a giant plane on the set ofThe Dark Knight Rises. Now, we have a (very blurry) photo of part of a plane. Are these the same plane or another plane that was previously mentioned in a big spoiler stunt report? Chances are – one or the other. Head over toNolan Fansfor more images.
Speaking of those those parachutists inThe Dark Knight Rises, apparently, one of them landed in a very precarious position – such as on the roof of a local home. Head over toThe Press and Journal(via CBM) for more info.
Haven’t seen enough fromCaptain America: The First Avengeryet? Well, here’s yet ANOTHER commercial, the ninth as perFirst Showing.
Sideshow Collectibleshas put up a brand new gallery of detailed images for their gorgeous PremiumCaptain America: The First Avengerfigure which will cost you $350. Not bad when you consider it’s almost two feet tall. Head there for more photos but, I’ve gotta say, that’s quite an incredible likeness.
Later this month in Manchester,Batman Liveopens. And boy does it look wacky.Bleeding Coolhas some interesting character breakdowns and the above scene from the show. What do you think?
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The thingspeople can dowith sparklers. Wow. The best comment? “You sir have won 4th of July. Congrats.”
Hot Toyshas created this incredibly detailedBatman Beginsfigure to release at 2011 conventions. There are more photos over onCool Toy Review.
The Yorkville Patch(viaSuperhero Hype) has posted a few photos (such as the one above) of set construction in Illinois onZack Snyder’sMan of Steel. The article also has some info on exactly filming locations if you are in the area.
Our friends atInside the Rock Posterhave premieredAlex Pardee’sSan Diego Comic Conexclusive poster which is aCaptain Americainspired mashup with hisInglourious Basterdsposter.
