Snyder’s Cut surprises audiences with new release

Griffin Sendek | multimedia editor 3/25/21 I never thought the day would come that I would actually watch The Snyder Cut of Justice League. The myth presiding in the minds of frantic DC comic movie fanboys was brought to life and premiered on HBO Max on March 18, 2021. Even more shocking than the mere existence of The Snyder Cut is the fact that it’s … Continue reading Snyder’s Cut surprises audiences with new release

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WB, DC backing away from DCEU (finally)

By Zach Landau | A&E Editor 10/12/17 On Sept. 29, fans of superhero comics and movies finally got confirmation of a rumor that has been making the rounds for quite some time now: DC is officially stepping down from its Extended Universe (DCEU) project. In what was a clear attempt to mimic the success of rival Marvel’s Cinematic Universe, the DCEU was meant to link … Continue reading WB, DC backing away from DCEU (finally)

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‘Wonder Woman’ exceeds expectations, falls short of wonderful

By Zach Landau | A&E Editor I guess a qualifying statement is as good of a place to start as any: Wonder Woman is good, probably great. The DC Extended Universe (or whatever they’re calling this fresh hell) has finally produced its first above-average, competent film, and without a doubt, Wonder Woman stands heads and shoulders above its maligned brethren — especially Batman v. Superman. … Continue reading ‘Wonder Woman’ exceeds expectations, falls short of wonderful

DC Comics rebooting universe … again

By Grant Stoner | The Duquesne Duke When reading a comic book, certain themes are bound to appear. A single man saves a city of millions from a homicidal clown, a main character must deal with the loss of a loved one or a hero/heroine discovers that, despite their unique and frightening powers, they are viewed as guardians rather than monsters. However, one theme has … Continue reading DC Comics rebooting universe … again

Walking Dead to overtake Superman?

By: Zachary Landau | Duquesne Duke DC Comic’s sales drop as Image threatens their place Last week, insiders leaked that DC Comics, publishers of legendary comic book heroes such as Superman and Batman, is down $2 million in expected revenue this fiscal year. This rumor, as originally reported by the website Bleeding Cool, comes in the middle of a turbulent year for the second-biggest comic … Continue reading Walking Dead to overtake Superman?

Long time comic combatants bring rivalry to cinema

By: Sean Ray & Corey Fischer | The Duquesne Duke DC Comics Batman v. Superman Despite a late start in comparison to their competitor Marvel, the first Iron Man movie is six years old now, and DC comics is looking to come out swinging with its lineup of films. Starting off with power houses Superman and Batman in Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice scheduled … Continue reading Long time comic combatants bring rivalry to cinema