Rise of the Argonauts delayed yet again Nov 23, 2008
All new Batman action to grace all four major consoles. Product data & content syndication by 2002-2008 PAL Gaming Network Proudly Australian Owned | | | | | ABN: 86 179 156 611. (PALGN)
Thompson steers Victory to win Nov 22, 2008
Hopefuls are backing Angelina Jolie as the next Catwoman for the upcoming Batman movie. Noise pollution 20 of the best. (The Age, Australia -- Opinion)
Russell Mark's earmuffs Nov 21, 2008
Let's hear it for the humble earmuff - Sport - theage. The Age Sport: Australian and international sports news, results: AFL, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Golf, Athens Olympics, Soccer, Tennis, Cricket, Basketball, Motorsport, Horse Racing, Real Footy Skip directly to. (The Age, Australia -- Sport)
Socceroo stars hold hands up and confess to robbery in the Gulf Nov 21, 2008
The Age: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Melbourne's leading newspaper. A relieved Lucas Neill applauds spectators after the win. (The Age, Australia -- Opinion)
FILM: Putting the story back into onscreen storytelling Nov 20, 2008
Almost 20 years ago Guber made a colossal hit of Warner Brothers' "Batman" after joining others in laboring over the story for the better part of a decade. But in the last few years, Guber said, big films with relatively small stories have been hurried into production to meet release dates. (International Herald Tribune)
The Daily Break Nov 20, 2008
- Batman: No one villain can stop Batman. - Batman Returns: No one-and-a-half villains can stop Batman ... - Batman Forever: No two villains can stop Batman. (Daily Iowan, IA)
X-Men's First Class Writer Nov 19, 2008
Wolverine, Magneto get their Batman Begins. Mutant prequel in the pipeline. (IGN FilmForce)
Fox, Josh Schwartz mutate 'X-Men' Nov 19, 2008
animated movie; Film; George Lucas; jedi; lucasfilm; Star Wars: Clone Wars; trailer; variety; Heath Ledger stars as the Joker in Christopher Nolan's highly-anticipated sequel to 'Batman Begins ... Step Brothers' trailer; comedy; John C. Reilly; sony; variety; video; will ferrell; Heath Ledger stars as the Joker in Christopher Nolan's highly-anticipated sequel to 'Batman Begins. (Variety)
On the big screen Nov 19, 2008
New visitors include the vampires and humans of "Twilight," based on Stephenie Meyer's popular books; "Bolt," an animated tale about a dog who plays a superhero on TV; "The Spirit," a film directed by Frank Miller ("300," "Batman: The Dark Knight Returns"); and the young beggar and game show winner of "Slumdog Millionaire," directed by Danny Boyle ("Millions," "Trainspotting"). By some measures, the season started November 7 with the release of "Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa," an animated film... (CNN)
Music Choice Announces the Award Categories & Nominees for MOST DEMANDED - The Music Choice Video On Demand Awards Nov 18, 2008
Pop It Off Boyz Crank Dat Batman. Metro Station Shake It. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The Citizen's Cinema Nov 17, 2008
TheCitizensCinema wrote on Aug 25, 2008 12:38 AM:" As "The Dark Knight" glides past $500 million at the box office, his fellow DC hero, Superman, is finding his cape clipped. Warner Brothers, who holds the rights to the Man of Steel franchise, is reportedly looking to - once again - reboot. Bryan Singer's 2006 "Superman Returns" was supposed to breathe new life into the franchise, but the reception was apparently too lukewarm for the studio.Warner Brothers Picture Group President Jeff Robinov... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Baz Luhrmann's flair for the dramatic; Few have seen finished epic 'Australia'... Nov 17, 2008
Baz Luhrmann's flair for the dramatic - Entertainment News, Anne Thompson, Media - Variety. Choose the one that's best for you. (The Drudge Report)
Turkey's Detente With Kurds Wavers Nov 17, 2008
He continues to publish his newspaper, in the nearby city of Batman, in the Turkish language, because he would lose advertisers if he published in Kurdish, he said, and few Kurds actually read Kurdish. But he now freely prints the odd Kurdish-language headline, recently wishing his audience Happy New Year in their language. (Yahoo News -- Kurdish Issues)
Worlds Collide as Midway Unleashes Eagerly-Awaited Mortal Kombat(R) vs. DC Universe Nov 17, 2008
Some of the most popular characters from the DC Universe, like Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman and The Joker, go toe-to-toe against Mortal Kombat favorites, including Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Liu Kang, Sonya and more ... For the first time ever, Scorpion, Sub-Zero and the Mortal Kombat warriors battle with Batman, Superman and other popular DC Universe Super Heroes ... Entertainment Company, is the largest English-language publisher of comics in the world and home to such iconic characters as... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Football's Future: Patriot Place Nov 16, 2008
"The nature trail is going to wind through the wetlands, and, sooner or later, the big store will fade from view and the stadium will as well. There will be deer and turkey. And everything -- the sporting goods and the movie house, the clothes and the perfume, the burgers and the linebackers -- will be in the same place, all part of "entertainment retailing," which is what used to be called "amusement parks," before everything became one.They look lost, the three of them do, in their "Brady" and... (Boston Globe)
A Short History of Wonder Woman Nov 16, 2008
With the exception of a short break in 1984, Wonder Woman has been in continuous print since the creation of DC Comics in 1944, a feat only matched by Batman and Superman ... From 1973 until 1986, she was one of five core cast members (Batman, Superman, Aquaman and Robin made up the rest of that core) that anchored the show in its many incarnations while dozens of DC Universe heroes came and went from the roster. (Suite101.com)
Catching Up With Taylor Wilson Nov 16, 2008
Forgetting Sara Marshall, probably, or the new Batman movie. Those are great. (Seminoles.com)
Hollywood scales back parties; Industrywide cutbacks hit holiday bashes... Nov 14, 2008
Hollywood scales back parties - Entertainment News, Business News, Media - Variety. Choose the one that's best for you. (The Drudge Report)
In 'Quantum of Solace', James Bond evolves as a tragic figure Nov 14, 2008
Does every hero, whether Batman or Jason Bourne, need to be so sad. 1. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Schonbrun: Without its superstar, Syracuse's credibility takes an unwarranted hit Nov 14, 2008
" First, there's Devendorf, the Bay City, Mich., bad boy with tattoos and goatees and fearlessness that have come to personify his play. A few years ago, he was the potential one-and-done, after a senior season at the revered Oak Hill (Va.) Academy that earned him a McDonald's All-American slot. Now, after two-and-a-half seasons and a serious knee injury, Devendorf's admittedly matured on and off the court - part of the effect of being a father. He's the experienced scorer by example. Next,... (Daily Orange, NY)
Quantum of Solace: Bourne-Again Bond Nov 14, 2008
Like the Christian Bale Batman Begins, the Craig Casino showed a young man taking his first steps toward superhero status. He was stern and ferocious, similar to protagonists in the grittier, glummer, more violent action-adventure films of the past few years. (Time.com)
WANT SOME GOVERNMENT MONEY? APPLY NOW! Nov 13, 2008
holy bait and switch batman. gee i wonder if this bill would have passed if they had told the truth. (The Drudge Report)
Batman sues Batman Nov 13, 2008
The mayor of a Turkish city called Batman is suing The Dark Knight director Christopher Nolan and Warner Bros ... Kalkan says, "There is only one Batman in the world. The American producers used the name of our city without informing us." ... The mayor is compiling a series of charges including one that the use of the Batman name is to blame for several unsolved murders and a high female suicide rate. (FOX23.com, OK)
Big fuss brews over LittleBigPlanet Nov 12, 2008
Some have spent days crafting their ideal custom worlds, including tributes to classic games and characters such as Final Fantasy, Pac-Man, Batman, Sonic The Hedgehog, God Of War, Super Mario Bros and Indiana Jones. Over the past few days, many have found their levels summarily blocked by Sony and LittleBigPlanet's developers, Media Molecule, because they allegedly breach someone else's intellectual property. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Xbox price falls again Nov 11, 2008
There's also some Lego Batman ads that you will see as well on top of specific ads for Gears of War 2, Fable, etc. Already the market has surpassed the revenue of last year so there's no question that this is easily the biggest year on record for interactive gaming. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
'SOLACE' stirs Chinese audiences; Bond outing breaks box office records... Nov 10, 2008
"; Director Guy Ritchie returns another British gangster film. This time starring '300' stud Guy Ritchie. ; 'RocknRolla' trailer; Gerard Butler; Guy Ritchie; madonna; trailers; Michael Cera and Kat Dennings star in the teen comedy, 'Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist.' ; Kat Dennings; Michael Cera; Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist trailer; video trailers; 'City of God' director Fernando Meirelles directs Julianne Moore and Mark Ruffalo in the adaptation of Jos Saramago's epidemic novel.;... (The Drudge Report)
Zoinks! It's the Portsmouth Comic Book Show Nov 10, 2008
My first love was Batman ... Although I left him for Peter Parker, my ring tone is still the theme from Batman ... My first love was Batman. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Coin Toss a Special Moment for Former Bulldog Stars Nov 9, 2008
With a 97-yard kick return for a touchdown in his second NFL game that sparked the largest comeback (21 point deficit) in his Tampa Bay Buccaneers' history, Clifton "Batman" Smith cherishes his Bulldog roots. "I love being home," Smith, who sported a varsity letterman jacket with a big "FS", said of being back at Bulldog Stadium. (Gobulldogs.com)
Blockbusters, one block at a time Nov 8, 2008
Now, after five successful games starring Luke Skywalker, Indiana Jones and Batman, video games are helping to power the company's turnaround and build a new business line that extends to young adults ... Since then, Lego and TT Games have teamed up to create two more Star Wars titles, an Indiana Jones game and the company's most recent success, Lego Batman, thanks to a partnership with Warner Bros. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Obama victory sparks dancing, cheering in S.F. Nov 6, 2008
" The crowd cheered and waved little American flags, hugged each other and danced to "Celebration," the old '80s tune. The jubilation in the Western Addition, tinged as it was with memories of past struggle, seemed almost old-fashioned compared with the wild elation in San Francisco's Castro. There, a huge crowd - thousands it seemed - filled the street at Castro and Market in front of a television screen 50 feet high. It was like the Halloween the Castro didn't have this year: people dancing,... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
More of this story Nov 6, 2008
Batman is a pretty cool super hero ... Batman drives a fun and speedy car, so that part would be pretty exciting ... So much for being Batman, they would have to call me Batpuddle. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
The Olsens: Pint-size ingenues Nov 6, 2008
But it has the look of a glossy coffee-table book, sells for $35 and includes a Richardson photograph of Batman and Robin smooching, images from artist Richard Prince's naughty-nurses series and no small number of pictures of the authors with smoky eyes, pouting lips and tousled hair. This mixed message suggests that the target audience is either preternaturally mature 11-year-olds with a significant budget for books, stunted 40-year-olds with a "Full House" obsession, or both. (AZCentral -- Style)
Pac-10: Rebound mode Nov 4, 2008
He needs a legitimate Robin to his Batman, whether it's Pondexter, Justin Dentmon or one of the freshmen. 6. (CBS News)
Cavern owner seeks bidder to cave in to eBay sale Nov 4, 2008
Calling Batman: Cave owner Steve Rush has a deal for you. Rush, 49, is auctioning off the Mystic Caverns in the hills of Ozark Mountains on eBay. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
All hail Hale Nov 4, 2008
Comicbook fans have long argued about who would win a fight between Batman and Superman. There's also some friendly rivalry between Insomniac, creators of Resistance, and Sucker Punch, creators of another upcoming PS3 exclusive called Infamous, over which of their protagonists would come up trumps in a battle. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
How good is this team? Nov 4, 2008
On top of that, lets face it, is a very good basketball player, but hes more Robin than hes Batman. He just has never seemed too comfortable being the main guy. (CatTracks.net)
Jane Fonda, Tetsuya Komuro, Britney Spears Nov 4, 2008
Conway Wickliffe, 41, was killed on Sept. 25, 2007, during the filming of a chase sequence for the blockbuster Batman movie directed by Christopher Nolan. This week the jurors at a coroners' court in England, were told that Wickliffe had been riding in the back seat of a four-wheel-drive pickup driving parallel to a stunt car; the vehicle carrying Wickliffe crashed into a tree when it missed a 90-degree turn. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Half bakedAnalysis: Chargers look for the right recipe at the midpoint of a season that could be so much more Nov 3, 2008
Holy Commitment to Flatulence, Batman. I still think the Chargers could finish 8-8 and win this division by 3 games. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Life is a masquerade, my friends Nov 3, 2008
Four days after the adult trick-or-treaters slide out of their Batman or Hannah Montana costumes, they will slip into the voting booth and pick the next leader of the free world. By my next column, the kids will have devoured the candy and the grown ups will be debating who won the presidential election and why. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Dodger Blue provides boo Nov 2, 2008
Costumes included Cinderella and Batman, as well as Dorothy and the Cowardly Lion. One family even brought their dog, presumably Toto, too. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
LaFayette library hosts Scary Story Night Nov 1, 2008
They came dressed in a variety of Halloween costumes, including Ghost Rider, Transformers, fairies, cowboys, Raggedy Ann, Batman, a scarecrow, and many more. LaFayette Library s children specialist Danielle Hyde named many upcoming events for the months of November and December that are on the library s Web site calendar at. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Parks and Recreation draws big Halloween Crowd Nov 1, 2008
All of the kids came dressed in their Halloween costumes, with plenty of them coming as Batman, cheerleaders, Curious George and other favorite cartoon, movie and television characters. The first stop inside the Pfaff was the scary pumpkin patch, where each participant scooped up a pumpkin to be painted and decorated. (Medfield Press, MA)
HOLIDAY PERSPECTIVE: History of Halloween traditions Oct 31, 2008
Due to this year s blockbuster hit The Dark Knight, Batman is also a favorite for adults and children alike. Not surprisingly, it is estimated that 574,000 adults plan to dress up as a political figure. (Hingham Journal, MA)
In Chili, It's The Great Pumpkins Oct 31, 2008
This year we have some mythical heroes that I have done like Hercules, Superman, Batman, a lot of different scenes. " The pumpkins have become a Chili tradition over the years. People come from all over to see them. There used to be a family that would travel all the way from Watertown each year to view the pumpkins. They've even had visitors from as far away as Germany. Most are neighbors and those with a connection to the Swains. "Mr. (R News)
Nolan Talks Batman 3 Oct 29, 2008
October 27, 2008 - gave a very diplomatic answer when asked recently whether he could see himself NOT directing another Batman film ... "No, really and in truth, I only deal with one film at a time. I find myself sort of protesting this issue a lot. We've never attempted to save anything for a sequel or set up anything for a sequel. That seems improbable to some people because, particularly with Batman Begins, the film ended with a particular hook [with Jim Gordon showing Batman a Joker playing... (IGN FilmForce)
Batman's Strange New Role? Oct 29, 2008
IGN: Batman's Strange New Role ... Batman's Strange New Role ... According to Australia's , Batman himself, , "is said to be the number one choice to play Dr. Strange." An unnamed source for the site claims, " is a very different kind of hero to Batman and it's felt Christian is the sort of actor who can make the part work on screen. It is understood a deal could be struck in the coming weeks.". (IGN FilmForce)
Wild week expected in Flowery Branch Oct 29, 2008
Riddle me this batman. If you go out and sign a bruising runningback to a $34m contract in free agency to move the pile and convert third down and 1,2,3 then why wouldn t you run him on 2nd and goal from the 2. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Studios are pushing box office winners as Oscar contenders Oct 29, 2008
That studio recently telegraphed plans for a multifront Oscar campaign for its Batman blockbuster "The Dark Knight" by sending awards voters a query about their preferred format for promotional DVDs. Not to be outdone, Paramount may join the party. (International Herald Tribune)
Candy on the brain Oct 29, 2008
Another option to keep an eye on your Batman and princesses on Halloween is going to a party. Several area churches and clubs are hosting parties or trunk or treats, like the Lyons-Muir Lions Club, who have hosted a party for the last decade or so. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Stars stump in for Obama in South Florida Oct 28, 2008
Late Sunday, Damon met up with Alicia Silverstone (Batman & Robin, Clueless), Kerry Washington (Ray, I Think I Love My Wife) and Joe Kennedy III, the 28-year-old grandson of Robert Kennedy, in Miami Beach for another rally, VoteFest 08. Others seen with campaign workers included Spanish singing star Noelia Zanon, who wrote one of the anthems of the Obama campaign in Spanish. (The Palm Beach Post)
Video game fans get dressed up for record bid Oct 27, 2008
"So we had people turning up dressed as Lego Batman, for example, who could not be counted," said Mr Best. It's no different from seeing fans dressed as Romulans or Mr Spock at a Star Trek convention. (BBC News -- UK)
Expo 2008 offers something for everyone Oct 27, 2008
On top of this, Batman will be in attendance to interact with these young visitors. Another favorite, the Expo Culinary Theatre, will be offered again this year. (Middletown Press, CT)
"High School Musical 3" tops weekend box office Oct 27, 2008
It also became the first global box office leader since the sixth Batman film "The Dark Knight" was released in July. "High School Musical 3," which tells the story of students of a fictional New Mexico high school preparing for their graduation performance and attracts audience comprising mostly pre-teen girls and their families, opened in the United States and Canada this weekend simultaneously with 23 overseas markets, including Britain, Germany and Spain. (Xinhuanet, China)
Some families reining in Halloween spending Oct 27, 2008
For men, Ironman, Batman and Robin are among the favourite superheroes this year, but one villain towers above all -- the Joker. "The Heath Ledger thing ... it was the first time the Joker was really that spooky," said Stephane Abbott of It's My Party. (CTV.ca)
Joker's Wild Ride Oct 25, 2008
The book also marks another huge triumph for the long careers of Azzarello and Bermejo, who began working together in Batman's world back in 2002 with Batman/Deathblow. Azzarello would return to the streets of Gotham in 2003 alongside his 100 Bullets collaborator Eduardo Risso for the six-part "Broken City," and even got the chance to tinker in the Batman film universe by contributing a segment to the Gotham Knight DVD.. (IGN FilmForce)
Dead Space, Homecoming offer gaming chills Oct 25, 2008
Lego Batman,from Warner Bros ... With Lego Batman, developer Traveller's Tales has opted for a darker vision, but still retains the childish charm that made the other franchises big hits ... Overall, Lego Batman is another entertaining title with a devilish sense of humour -- making it another worthy Halloween title, after all. (Sudbury Star)
* Johnny Neihu's Mailbag Oct 25, 2008
This game is beginning to sound like the script for a new Batman film. Some day the Joker, or perhaps Catwoman, will catch up with you. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
November Games Oct 25, 2008
Do that many of you really want to see whether or not Batman can beat up Scorpion. The back of the pack includes a very familiar face -- Sonic the Hedgehog. (IGN Wireless Games)
Brees eager for ChargersSaints QB finally gets to face old team Oct 24, 2008
it was better when u guys had ryan leaf" BoltBlower/BroncoLVR, you forgot to switch usernames again. aussiecharger October 23, 2008 at 1:56 p.m. 0 of 0 people found this comment useful. goltgo....seems like a waste having Shelmon as OC. Keep him as RB coach for LT and hire a real OC. Or better yet, make Norv OC and hire a motivating HC. I think that would work. DiehardSDfan October 23, 2008 at 2:01 p.m. 0 of 0 people found this comment useful. aussiecharger, Right now Shelmon is the OC only by... (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
'Friday' creeps at Comic-Con Oct 24, 2008
Film; jedi; trailer; lucasfilm; Star Wars: Clone Wars; animated movie; George Lucas; variety; Heath Ledger stars as the Joker in Christopher Nolan's highly-anticipated sequel to 'Batman Begins ... sony; comedy; 'Step Brothers' trailer; John C. Reilly; will ferrell; video; variety; Heath Ledger stars as the Joker in Christopher Nolan's highly-anticipated sequel to 'Batman Begins. (Variety)
The Citizen's Cinema Oct 23, 2008
TheCitizensCinema wrote on Aug 25, 2008 12:38 AM:" As "The Dark Knight" glides past $500 million at the box office, his fellow DC hero, Superman, is finding his cape clipped. Warner Brothers, who holds the rights to the Man of Steel franchise, is reportedly looking to - once again - reboot. Bryan Singer's 2006 "Superman Returns" was supposed to breathe new life into the franchise, but the reception was apparently too lukewarm for the studio.Warner Brothers Picture Group President Jeff Robinov... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
NBC's Williams focuses on visit Oct 23, 2008
Lego Batman fun for all ages. Obama Test. (Akron Beacon Journal)
Review: Lego Batman Oct 23, 2008
Lego Batman: villians are cooler than heroes ... Lego Batman Wii, Xbox 360, PS3, PS2, PC, PSP Classification: PG RRP From $50 Rating: 4/5 ... Lego Batman's 15levels are played with the Caped Crusader and Boy Wonder or from the wicked perspective of the escapees of Arkham Asylum. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
PES vs FIFA kicks off again Oct 22, 2008
1 Pro Evolution Soccer 20092 FIFA 09 3 Saints Row 24 Lego Batman: The Videogame5 Wii Fit6 Mario Kart Wii7 Star Wars: The Force Unleashed8 Wii Play9 Tiger Woods PGA Tour 0910 Brothers In Arms: Hell's Highway. Posted by Tuesday October 21 2008 21. (guardian.co.uk)
Turkey's Detente With Kurds Wavers Oct 22, 2008
He continues to publish his newspaper, in the nearby city of Batman, in the Turkish language, because he would lose advertisers if he published in Kurdish, he said, and few Kurds actually read Kurdish. But he now freely prints the odd Kurdish-language headline, recently wishing his audience Happy New Year in their language. (Yahoo News -- Kurdish Issues)
