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Marvel’s Jessica Jones Season 2 Gets an Official Trailer

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New York City private investigator Jessica Jones (Krysten Ritter) is beginning to put her life back together after murdering her tormenter, Kilgrave. Now known throughout the city as a super-powered killer, a new case makes her reluctantly confront who she really is while digging deeper into her past to explore the reasons why. Krysten Ritter (Jessica Jones) is joined by an incredible returning cast that includes Rachael Taylor (Trish Walker), Carrie-Anne Moss (Jeri Hogarth), Eka Danville (Malcolm Ducasse) and new cast members Janet McTeer and J.R. Ramirez, among others.

Marvel’s Jessica Jones on Netflix is Executive Produced by series Showrunner Melissa Rosenberg (“Twilight”, “Dexter”), Ruelle Tucker (“True Blood”), Jim Chory (“Marvel’s Daredevil”, “Marvel’s Luke Cage”, “Marvel’s Iron Fist”) and Jeph Loeb (“Marvel’s Daredevil”, “Marvel’s Luke Cage”, “Marvel’s Iron Fist”) who also serves as Marvel’s Head of Television.

Marvel’s Jessica Jones returns for a second season on International Women’s Day, March 8, 2018 on Netflix.

Preview: Jessica Jones #16

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Jessica Jones #16

(W) Brian Michael Bendis (A) Michael Gaydos (CA) David Mack
Parental Advisory
In Shops: Jan 31, 2018
SRP: $3.99

RETURN OF THE PURPLE MAN PART 4
• Never in the history of Marvel Comics has a horror so true and all-encompassing found its way to the door of one of our heroes.
• How can Jessica Jones and family survive the return of the Purple Man?

Diamond Select Toys On Sale This Week: Spidey, Cthulhu & the Guardians of the Galaxy!

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It’s a new year, and the year is kicking off in a big way for comic shops, as New Toy Day brings a plethora of new products form Diamond Select Toys! Characters from Marvel Comics, Marvel Movies, Alien: Covenant, Batman Beyond, Batman: The Animated Series, The Nightmare Before Christmas, National Lampoon’s Vacation and the world of H.P. Lovecraft!

Alien Covenant Xenomorph Vinyl Bust Bank

A Diamond Select Toys release! Run! Hide! Save! If you’re planning a new life on a distant planet, there’s no better way to save up for the trip than with this new vinyl coin bank based on Alien: Covenant! The new film features an even creepier batch of xenomorphs, and this approximately 7” bust captures the creature in exquisite detail. Featuring collectible-quality paint and sculpting, this vinyl bank features a coin slot on the back, and an access door in the base, and comes packaged in a clear polybag. Sculpted by Eli Livingston! (Item # JUN172644, SRP: $22.99)

Cthulhu Vinimates Vinyl Figure

A Diamond Select Toys release! It’s 2017, and Cthulhu has a new look for a new year! “Old god” and literary superstar Cthulhu is the latest 4-inch figure to join the Vinimates vinyl figure line. With an articulated neck, he can cast his gaze at the faithful and unfaithful alike, summoning all to join his shambling host! Packaged in a full-color window box, Cthulhu is the perfect addition to your Vinimates or Cthulhu collection and will tower over your Minimates mini-figures! Sculpted by Eli Livingston! (Item #AUG172648, SRP: $9.99)

Batman Beyond Bruce Wayne Resin Bust

A Diamond Select Toys Release! Time to go back to the future… the future of Gotham City! Not long from now, Gotham has transformed into a high-tech town, and a high-tech Batman has risen to fight the criminal element. Bruce Wayne is retired, but he mentors the new Batman and keeps him informed on old threats when they resurface. This approximately 6-inch resin bust of Bruce Wayne depicts him as he appears in Batman Beyond, and sits on top of a pedestal base inspired by the city’s ultra-modern architecture. Limited to only 3,000 pieces, it comes packaged in a hand-numbered, full-color box with a certificate of authenticity. Sculpted by Varner Studios! (Item # JUL172790, SRP: $59.99)

DC Gallery Batman Animated HARDAC PVC Diorama

A Diamond Select Toys Release! There is only one Batman now! The Batman duplicate created by HARDAC, the Holographic Analytical Reciprocating DigitAl Computer, is back, and he’s looking to replace all of humanity with robots! Based on the episode “His Silicon Soul,” this 11″ PVC diorama features new sculpted details revealing the circuitry behind HARDAC’s Batman costume, and arms him with a scimitar sword from Batman’s own armory! HARDAC is in scale to all Gallery and Femme Fatales PVC figures and comes packaged in a full-color window box. Sculpted by Varner Studios! (Item #MAR172723, SRP: $45.00)

Marvel Gallery Daredevil Comic PVC Diorama

A Diamond Select Toys release! Have you started your Gallery? The Marvel Gallery line has offered characters from Marvel comics, movies and TV, but the newest character has made his mark on all three! Based on his comic book appearance, this 9” scale PVC diorama of Daredevil shows the Devil of Hell’s Kitchen leaping from a church rooftop and letting fly with one of his billy clubs. Measuring approximately 11 inches tall, this figure is in scale to all Gallery and Femme Fatales PVC figures, and comes packaged in a full-color window box. Sculpted by Ramirez Studios! (Item #JUN172633, SRP: $45.00)

Marvel Gallery Jessica Jones Netflix TV PVC Diorama

A Diamond Select Toys release! Defenders Assemble! Joining Luke Cage and Daredevil, Jessica ones is the third member of the Defenders to join the Marvel Gallery PVC Diorama line-up! Measuring approximately 11 inches tall atop a New York City-inspired diorama base, Jessica Jones wears her trademark scarf and jacket, and features the likeness of actress Krysten Ritter from the Jessica Jones Netflix TV series. She is in scale to other Marvel Gallery and Femme Fatales PVC Dioramas, and comes packaged in a full-color window box. Sculpted by Varner Studios! (Item #JUL172795, SRP: $45.00)

Marvel Milestones Doctor Strange Movie Resin Statue

A Diamond Select Toys release! By the Vishanti! Doctor Stephen Strange has cemented his space in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and now he has teleported into the Marvel Milestones statue line! Leaping from a portal, Doctor Strange casts spells with both hands in this dynamic statue featuring detailed paintwork as well as translucent sculpted effects. This approximately 14.5” resin statue is limited to only 1,000 pieces, and comes packaged in a full-color box with a certificate of authenticity. Sculpted by Gentle Giant Studios! (Item #MAY172527, SRP: $225.00)

Marvel Minimates Black Panther Movie Box Set

A Diamond Select Toys release! It came from Wakanda! The highly anticipated Marvel Studios film Marvel’s Black Panther joins the Marvel Minimates Universe with this exclusive box set! Featuring Black Panther, M’Baku, Killmonger and Shuri, this set of four 2-inch Minimates mini-figures features 14 points of articulation on each figure, as well as fully interchangeable parts. Packaged in a full-color window box. (Item #SEP172485, SRP: $24.99)

Marvel Minimates Series 74 Greatest Stories 2-Pack Asst.

A Diamond Select Toys release! The record-setting 74th series of Marvel Minimates is one for the ages, and it’s only available at comic shops and specialty stores! Spanning four different storylines from Marvel’s history, this assortment of four two-packs captures four of the greatest Avengers in four of their most epic battles, with four new outfits and four never-before-made opponents! From the “Surtur Saga,” Ages of Thunder Thor takes on the first-ever Surtur Minimate! From “Planet Hulk,” King Hulk takes on the first-ever Red King! From “Old Man Logan,” Logan takes on the never-made Ashley Barton Spider-Girl! And from “Secret Empire,” Agent of Hydra Captain America takes on the all-new Ironheart! Each 2” Minimates mini-figure features up to 14 points of articulation, as well as fully interchangeable parts! Each 2-pack comes packaged in a full-color window box. (Item # AUG172641, SRP: $9.99/ea.)

Marvel Select Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Movie Action Figures

A Diamond Select Toys Release! You’re welcome! The Guardians of the Galaxy have been one of the most requested additions to the Marvel Select action figure line of the past few years, and now DST is happy to announce figures of Star-Lord and Drax the Destroyer from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2! Measuring approximately 7 inches tall, each figure is based on the actor’s appearance in the new film, and comes with a bonus articulated figure — Star-Lord comes with Rocket and Drax comes with baby Groot! Sculpted by Gentle Giant Studios!

Star-Lord with Rocket (Item #JAN172662, SRP: $24.99)

Drax with Groot (Item #JAN172663, SRP: $24.99)

Marvel Spider-Man Homecoming Movie Resin Busts

A Diamond Select Toys release! It’s almost time for Homecoming! The first Spider-Man film to be part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is almost here, and DST is commemorating the occasion with to resin busts based on the film! One depicts Spidey in his high-tech suit, with web wings, while the other shows him in his homemade suit. Each measures approximately 6 inches tall and sits atop a pedestal inspired by New York architecture. Each comes packaged in a hand-numbered, full-color box with a certificate of authenticity. Sculpted by Gentle Giant!

Homemade Spider-Man Suit (Item # JUL172798, SRP: $59.99)

Web-Glider Spider-Man (Item # JUL172799, SRP: $59.99)

National Lampoon’s Vacation Marty Moose Vinyl Bank

A Diamond Select Toys release! Who’s the moosiest moose we know? Marty Moose! The beloved mascot of WalleyWorld, who greeted the Griswolds upon their arrival at the magical theme park, is now the latest vinyl bank to come from Diamond Select Toys! Measuring approximately 8 inches tall, Marty will help you save up for your own family vacation, with a coin slot in his back and an access door in the base. Featuring collectible-quality paint and sculpting, Marty comes packaged in a clear polybag. Sculpted by Oluf Hartvigson! (Item #JUN172646, SRP: 22.99)

Nightmare Before Christmas Resin Busts

A Diamond Select Toys Release! Meet the Mayor of your collectible shelf! Joining Jack and Sally, these highly detailed resin busts of the Mayor and the Wolfman from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas each measure approximately 6 inches tall and sit atop detailed bases depicting the buildings of Halloween Town. Limited to only 3,000 pieces each, they each come packaged with a numbered certificate of authenticity in a full-color, hand-numbered box. Sculpted by Joe Menna!

Mayor Bust (Item #JUN172627, SRP: $59.99)

Wolfman Bust (Item #JUN172628, SRP: $59.99)

Review: Jessica Jones #15

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JJ15For the first half of Jessica Jones #15, Killgrave won’t shut the hell up, and Brian Michael Bendis pens some incredibly creepy, gaslighting dialogue as he talks about how interesting Jessica is which is answered by sarcastic glances courtesy of artist Michael Gaydos. Then, Bendis, Gaydos, and colorist Matt Hollingsworth take things in more of a black ops direction as the comic builds to an action horror crescendo. However, the scariest part of this comic is the opening conversation as the Purple Man tries to be civilized and ends up sounding like a wannabe pickup artist/man-baby/psychopath. Bendis and Gaydos lean less on the mind control aspect of his powers and return to the whole abusive relationship part and make him more frightening. So, Jessica Jones #15 ends up being a talk-y comic book, but the extended monologue has the chilling effect of being like a man talking over a woman because he thinks he knows best. Yuck.

Mostly, Hollingsworth has used a drab, yet noir-ish color palette for his work on Alias and Jessica Jones. However, Jessica Jones #15 is filled with pops of purple and yellow for Killgrave that starts small when he is chatting with Jessica and then erupts when he is shot by SHIELD and uses his powers again. The purple in the scene where he possesses everyone around Jessica, Carol Danvers, Nick Fury Jr., and Kraven the Hunter (Of all people.) is like a circuit breaker exploding and setting the house on fire. Michael Gaydos bombards the page with figures and people with intense expression and busts up the grid format that he has utilized for most of the issue. Talking and Killgrave pretending to be a “nice guy” is over, and only action and mind controlling one of the Marvel Universe’s greatest heroes is left on the table.

JJ15Interior

Dialogue is one of Brian Michael Bendis’ strengths, or definitely signatures, which is interesting because comics are primarily a visual, not verbal medium. Killgrave gets a long villainous monologue in Jessica Jones #15 that stretches over almost the entire first half of the comic, but because comics don’t have sound like film/TV, it doesn’t have the same effect as if it was delivered by David Tennant. Plus Gaydos reusing poses and faces hinders the emotional effect of Killgrave’s words on Jessica. His art definitely picks up steam after Killgrave gets hit by a sniper bullet in a double page spread that shows the wound from different POVs from Suicide Squad wannabe Kraven the Hunter to a “dying” Killgrave and a vengeful Jessica, who gets to unleash the anger she’s been holding in all issue.

Bendis’ writing is smart and sobering with Killgrave displaying signs of abusers like telling his former victim that she should be happy that he isn’t doing something worse like “grabbing her by the brain” or making Luke Cage beat all the Avengers to death.  In a similar manner to outed abusers like Harvey Weinstein, Kevin Spacey, and Donald Trump, it’s all a power thing for Killgrave, who feels insecure that Jessica has moved on from him and has a new life as a private eye, Defender, wife, and mother. She treats Killgrave like he’s pathetic with sassy quips, but by the end of the issue, Bendis and Gaydos remind us of how terrifying he is. With his immortality and mind control abilities, the Purple Man is one of the most powerful villains in the Marvel Universe and sending multiple Avengers squads against only enhances his ability because he can turn these good guys bad with a snap of his fingers.

“Purple” is the best arc of Jessica Jones so far because the stakes have been so personal with Killgrave going after Jessica’s family, friends, and mental state instead of trying to kill all the Avengers like in their first meeting in Alias. Jessica Jones #15 is a fairly strong middle chapter of the storyline as Brian Michael Bendis, Michael Gaydos, and Matt Hollingsworth continue to depict Killgrave as a gaslighting abuser with superpowers. They posit the friendship between Jessica and Carol as an equal reaction to him, but this relationship starts to become twisted in the Purple Man’s hands.

Story: Brian Michael Bendis Art: Michael Gaydos Colors: Matt Hollingsworth
Story: 7.8 Art: 7.5 Overall: 7.7 Recommendation: Read

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Preview: Jessica Jones #15

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Jessica Jones #15

(W) Brian Michael Bendis (A) Michael Gaydos (CA) David Mack
Parental Advisory
In Shops: Dec 27, 2017
SRP: $3.99

RETURN OF THE PURPLE MAN Part 3
• The Purple Man is back–and he’s wreaking havoc across the Marvel Universe!
• What curious thing does he want from Jessica Jones, and can she escape his horror?
• From the original creators of Jessica Jones comes the most terrifying villain return of the year!

Review: Jessica Jones Vol. 2 The Secrets of Maria Hill

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It’s Wednesday which means it’s new comic book day with new releases hitting shelves, both physical and digital, all across the world. This week we’ve got Jessica Jones!

Jessica Jones Vol. 2 The Secrets of Maria Hill collects issues #7-12 by Brian Michael Bendis, Michael Gaydos, Javier Pulido, and Matt Hollingsworth.

Get your copy in comic shops today and bookstores on December 12. To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

Amazon/Kindle/comiXology

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Preview: Jessica Jones #14

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Jessica Jones #14

(W) Brian Michael Bendis (A) Michael Gaydos (CA) David Mack
Parental Advisory
In Shops: Nov 08, 2017
SRP: $3.99

RETURN OF THE PURPLE MAN Part 2
• Killgrave is back.
• He has baby Danielle Cage.
• Dear God.

Marvel Legacy Week One Sells Out and Gets Second Printings

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On the heels of Marvel Legacy #1 being the best-selling issue of 2017, Marvel is pleased to announce that all week one Legacy titles have sold out, and will immediately return for a second printing: Avengers #672, Iceman #6, Iron Fist #73, Jessica Jones #13, Royals #9, Spirits of Vengeance #1, Venom #155 and X-Men: Gold #13.

The 1 million BC Avengers in Marvel Legacy #1 were just the beginning – over the past few weeks, Marvel Legacy has pushed the Marvel Universe into a new and exciting direction with epic adventures, returning fan-favorites, and fresh story arcs from top creative teams.

Missed them the first time? Don’t miss your chance to get caught up on some of the most exciting titles when they return to comic shops this November!

AVENGERS 672 SECOND PRINTING (AUG178889) ROYALS #9 SECOND PRINTING (AUG179020)
Written by MARK WAID Written by AL EWING
Art by JESÚS SAIZ Art by JAVIER RODRIGUEZ
FOC – 10/16/17, On-Sale – 11/08/17 FOC – 10/16/17, On-Sale – 11/08/17
ICEMAN #6 SECOND PRINTING (AUG178890) SPIRITS OF VENGEANCE #1 SECOND PRINTING (AUG178893)
Written by SINA GRACE Written by VICTOR GISCHLER
Art by ROBERT GILL Art by DAVID BALDEON
FOC – 10/16/17, On-Sale – 11/08/17 FOC – 10/16/17, On-Sale – 11/08/17
IRON FIST #73 SECOND PRINTING (AUG178891) VENOM #155 SECOND PRINTING (AUG178894)
Written by ED BRISSON Written by MIKE COSTA
Art by MIKE PERKINS Art by MARK BAGLEY
FOC – 10/16/17, On-Sale – 11/08/17 FOC – 10/16/17, On-Sale – 11/08/17
JESSICA JONES #13 SECOND PRINTING (AUG178892) X-MEN: GOLD #13 SECOND PRINTING (AUG17885)
Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS Written by MARC GUGGENHEIM
Art by MICHAEL GAYDOS Art by MIKE MAYHEW
FOC – 10/16/17, On-Sale – 11/08/17 FOC – 10/16/17, On-Sale – 11/08/17

Marvel Legacy Recap: Avengers, Spirits of Vengeance, and More

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Marvel Legacy is underway and we’re going to take a quick look at each first issue released to determine a few of things.

  1. If the issue is a good starting point.
  2. If the issue makes me want to come back for a second.
  3. How well the back-up story holds up

So, lets dive in to each issue and see!

Avengers #672 – (W) Mark Waid (A) Jesus Saiz – As far as a comic, this issue was not bad. You can read the full review. But, while the issue is entertaining to watch the Avengers and Champions team up, the threat itself doesn’t feel epic enough. A lot of focus is given to the characters, while the big picture lacks. Sure, there’s some cool use of powers to deal with the threat, but the threat itself feels like something we’ve seen before and isn’t all that memorable. This is a comic I’d like to read but not one that has me excited to see what comes next.

As far as being “new reader” friendly, the issue is good in that sense. It gives just enough to know who the characters are and why we should care.

The back-up comic is a good quick overview of the Avengers’ history (and in a way frames the comic better) and the art is decent, though not amazing.

Iceman #6 – (W) Sina Grace (A) Robert Gill – The Champions come together to mourn the loss of Black Widow and just decompress. This issue really focuses on the characters and gives us a great deal of info as to who they are and why we should care. Some characters get shortchanged when it comes to that, but overall it’s really good. If you like the “slice of life” mixed with superhero action, this comic has that and then some.

This one is very “new reader” friendly and you have to know very little going into the comic. Things are explained well and everything you need to know is in the comic.

The back-up material does a good job in catching readers up and there’s a lot to pack in. The art too is really good as well.

Read a review of the issue.

Iron First #73 – (W) Ed Brisson (A) Mike Perkins  – This issue is all set up and follows a hell of a lot of tropes. While it’s a good issue, I’m not quite sure if it’s one that really sucks me in to see what’s next.

The issue is mixed when it comes to being “new reader” friendly. There’s a lot that’s left hanging out there, like the dragon (never really explained) and Sabretooth’s history with Danny isn’t explained well enough either. Neither kill the issue, but it’s a gap.

The back-up is good in putting the key history in there, but there’s a lot that’s left out that shows some priorities. The art is really lacking though.

Jessica Jones #13 – (W) Brian Michael Bendis (A) Michael Gaydos – A really strong issue that brings back the Purple Man. There’s a solid sense of paranoia put in there and amazing art. The issue really makes Jessica the victim though and focuses on her PTSD. That might be off-putting for some, but it does match up to the television show’s first season really well.

This issue is not only “new reader” friendly but it’s also solid in matching up to the television show.

The back-up extra material does a good job in catching people up on Jessica’s life but the art is pretty lacking.

Royals #9 – (W) Al Ewing (A) Alvaro Lopez – Not new reader friendly at all. This comic relies heavily on the last eight issues and you’ll need to have read those to really understand what’s going on. The story itself is interesting but without knowing the backstory, it’s one that doesn’t hold interest.

The back-up is pretty good in filling that gap but since it comes after the main story it doesn’t help a ton. The art is good though and matches the main comic the most of those released this week.

Spirits of Vengeance #1 – (W) Victor Gischler (A) David Baldeon – Not bad, but also not good. The comic just doesn’t get to the meat of it all quick enough. Solid moments that don’t come together enough to make a solid comic. Not enough to really get me interested in a second issue which is a shame.

For new readers, the comic should be ok. You don’t need to know a ton and what you do is explained as the story goes on.

The back-up story again does a good job of catching readers up but again the art is lacking.

Venom #155 – (W) Mike Costa (A/CA) Mark Bagley, John Dell  – One of the strongest of the comics for the week. It runs you through the history of Venom and his motivations. The story is goofy but at least has something at the end to get me interested in seeing what’s next. This is a good intro comic.

The back-up again does a good job of running you through the history and the art is ok.

X-Men Gold #13 – (W) Marc Guggenheim (A) Mike Mayhew – Too much packed into the issue hurts it a lot. There’s not enough explained and it feels like you’re thrown into the deep end.

This one is not “new reader” friendly at all and there’s just major issues when it comes to that. Plus kicking off Legacy with a crossover doesn’t feel like the best of ideas.

The back-up again gives a good amount of history but the art is horrendous at times.

Read the full review of the issue.

While the comics aren’t bad this past week, at the same time few have me excited to see what’s next. While the back-up stories condense history they usually are accompanied with bad art. This is a mixed bag and doesn’t bode well for a first week.

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