New on DVD: A 'Master' Western, 'Trumbo,' 'X-Men Origins' Sep 18, 2009
Wolverine (Hugh Jackman, left) takes revenge on Sabertooth (Liev Schreiber) in X-Men Origins: Wolverine ... By Mike Clark, USA TODAY This week's picks include one of the best Westerns, a documentary on a blacklisted screenwriter and Hugh Jackman's reprisal of his role as Wolverine ... When a BBC Films documentary full of cool creature skirmishes also is 's screen swan song, Wolverine looks silly by comparison. (USA Today -- Life)
Collectibles can be more than a hobby Jul 12, 2009
In 1974, an issue of the Incredible Hulk comic introduced the Wolverine character, which has been portrayed in recent movies by Hugh Jackman. What happened is that over the course of time Wolverine has become more prominent, so now people want that issue, said Richard Neal, owner of Zeus Comics and Collectibles in Dallas. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
It's otherworldly Jul 12, 2009
Blockbusters like The Lord of the Rings, The Last Samurai, The Chronicles of Narnia, and, most recently, X-Men Origins: Wolverine, have put New Zealand on the movie map. Shoots happen all over the country, but much of the activity is based in and around Wellington, the San Francisco-like capital city situated at the southwest tip of North Island. (Boston Globe)
Sweepstakes: 'Star Trek' Movie Prizes May 12, 2009
Hugh Jackman has finally been cleared to visit Mexico to premiere "X-Men: Origins: Wolverine.". People hoping for a Gov., Rep. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Old movie posters mean big bucks for NJ collector May 11, 2009
One-minute review: "X-Men Origins: Wolverine". Fresno Tattoo Expo this weekend. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Jackman: Action Figures Like Voodoo Dolls May 7, 2009
Wolverine,' 'Star Trek,' 'Terminator' Among Toys Of Summer ... X-Men Origins: Wolverine' Hasbro acquired the Marvel universe license and made a big splash with the release of "Iron Man" toys last year ... This summer movie season it's all about "X-Men," and the toymakers have come out with a 3 ;-inch action figure line with characters from the movie, including Hugh Jackman as Logan and Wolverine (each come with interchangeable hands and clawed hands), Sabretooth (Liev Schreiber) and Deadpool... (KIRO TV, WA)
Merv Griffin belongings to be auctioned May 2, 2009
Wolverine' bores Mick LaSalle silly. What's up with the ex-Dead Kennedy. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Five car bombs rip through Baghdad, killing 48 May 1, 2009
Wolverine' bores Mick LaSalle silly ... It's the "Wolverine" premiere. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Free Comic Book Day arrives Saturday Apr 29, 2009
Fans might just be able to pick up a copy of Wolverine: Origin ... That comic is linked with the X-Men Origins: Wolverine movie that opens in theaters Friday. (Fresno Bee)
The Sweetest Street Apr 28, 2009
Slumdog' romance for real; 'Wolverine' premiere flu scratch. Peek inside this elegant 1960 Piedmont home. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Blown-Away Chihuahua Reunited With Owners Apr 28, 2009
Slumdog' romance for real; 'Wolverine' premiere flu scratch. Team's "Star Trek" party a hit with fans. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
Trash or Treasure? Apr 19, 2009
Uncanny X-Men #212 1980's Wolverine vs. Sabretooth cover, hot now for movie $30. Incredible Hulk #340 1980's Hulk vs. Wolverine, great cover, name artist, huge price difference from surrounding ish $60. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Comics bull market Apr 12, 2009
I shopped the box around to a few vendors, who expressed validation for my taste but noted that many of the most valuable comics the first issue of "Wolverine" that I had seen one broker offering in a plastic case for $90 were in sub-mint condition. Finally, an upstate dealer set aside the most valuable books and did a fair job explaining how he would price them, and then indicated the rest of the pile with a wave of his hand. (Albany Times Union)
Madoff 'Devil' Among Toy Fair Highlights Feb 21, 2009
Hasbro unveiled figures and vehicles from three major movie lines: "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" and "G.I. Joe: Rise of the Cobra," three anticipated summer blockbusters opening in May, June and August, respectively. Meanwhile, Mattel showed more Batman products from its "Dark Knight" movie line, while specialty company NECA showed some new "Harry Potter" movie and "Exorcist" action figures. (Click2Houston, TX)
