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PopCultHQ Comic Book Review – “Hellchild” #2 from Zenescope (Available 4/20/16)

PopCultHQ received an advance copy of Hellchild #2 from Zenescope Entertainment which arrives in stores this Wednesday, April 20th. The creative team for this new series features Pat Shand writing, interior artist Vincenzo Riccardi (Wonderland & Aliens vs Zombies), and colorist Eleonora. Here is PopCultHQ’s spoiler-free review of Hellchild #2… PopCultHQ’s Comic Book Review: Hellchild #2 Prior to reading and reviewing Hellchild #2 (of 5), I had to familiarize myself with the premiere issue which I missed. What I got was a stimulating and gritty story showcasing a dark fantasy filled with vampires, werewolves, and demons, but also heart. Angelica Blackstone’s

What you Need to Read to Know: Doctor Strange

If you want to do some quick read up on Doctor Stephen Strange, as perceived by his fans then here is a list to get you started on the basics. This is by no means definitive, it's just a guideline to get you started.

The Cinematic History of Doctor Strange

It has been over twenty years since Doctor Strange was initially listed as pre-production and comic fans rejoiced. Without ever hitting the screen this movie has had more reboots than Spider-Man.

PopCultHQ Comic Book Review – Hyper Force Neo #1 by Jarrett Williams and Z2 Comics

This month a new series debuts called Hyper Force Neo. It is an all-ages comic book with an African-American lead character from African-American creator Jarrett Williams (SUPER PRO K.O.!). The creator owned series from Z2 Comics follows Dean Masters, a high-school freshman who leads a crew of tech-savvy teens in mech suits, known as Hyper Force Neo. Their Mission? Save New Sigma City and their high-school from the sinister, intergalactic vagabonds known as the Dark Edge. With the use of their Hype Suits, Neo Keys, High-tech weaponry, and over-sized Neo Mechs, Dean and his friends just may get the job done. HYPER FORCE

PopCultHQ Comic Book Review of Insane Comics – Bust #2

What a great surprise I found in reading the latest tale of Bust #2 from Insane Comics. Written by Dave Cook and illustrated by Chris O’Toole, we do not just simply follow the events found in the last great issue. We are now ten years into the future and Jack, the Ronin man who has lost everything in the battle of Austin, Texas, is not in a good place, literally and mentally. Even worse off is when the army gang known as the Smilers are hot on his tail, looking to bring him back alive to their leader. Too bad Jack is not

PopCultHQ Comic Book Review – “Ghost” #1 from Insane Comics

PopCultHQ’s Spoiler-Free Review of Ghost #1: PopCultHQ had the opportunity to review Ghost #1 from Insane Comics. Written by the writing team of Wade Price and Brian Berg, and with illustrations by Bob Raigen, the story tells of a urban legend terrorizing the the criminals of a corrupt Southern town. We are shown Crescent City, Louisiana. Not the outside, polished real nice, tourist good times about the city, but rather the darker underbelly that exists and truly rules the town. Overrun with gangs, flooded with drugs and violence, and corruption at every level. The Carriers are one of those gangs,

Daisy Ridley’s Audition for Star Wars: The Force Awakens + Hear from Ridley and Director J.J. Abrams

With the release of mega-hit Star Wars: The Force Awakens on DVD and Blu-Ray today (April 5th), we are getting additional footage and features with which to grow in admiration for the franchise. Case in point: BuzzFeed has put out an exclusive video featuring Daisy Ridley as she auditions for the role of Rey. We also get to hear from both her and director J.J. Abrams regarding what the director was seeking in the role of Rey. Watch the video to see how intense the audition was and how brilliant Ridley was in trying out. JJ Abrams points out he expected

PopCultHQ Comic Book Review – “Golem” from Magnetic Press (Available 3/30)

Young Steno Critone doesn’t want to stop dreaming. In a world where no one has the time to try something that isn’t already provided by the system, Steno fears that his dreams will one day die. He has no idea that the fate of the world relies on his ability to dream. PopCultHQ received a 24-page preview of the graphic novel Golem from Magnetic Press. Released on March 30, this sci-fi offering by writer/artist LRNZ depicts a not-so-distant future where nations are politically dependent, we see the early stages of a prophetic one world society, and a child whose dreams are

PopCultHQ Comic Book Review – Magpie #2 From Aussie Publisher Comicoz

Comic Books, Pop Cult News

Whenever a new comic book series debuts, the premiere issue plays such a huge role. It is the writer’s hope, and goal, to get you hooked, or at least interested enough to check out the next issue. The artist has to bring their A-game and give you something visually stimulating to your eyes. Likable characters, appealing or unique storyline, even nicely laid out panels. All this and more is what comic book creative teams must endure with a title’s development. So whether your first issue is filled with backstory, character development, overall storyline synopsis, or whichever route you choose, you’ve

Forget Wonder Woman – Check out the Real Amazons of History

The Dahomey Amazons are the only truly documented all-female front-line military unit in modern history. This was a tough-ass group of battle hardened veterans that were feared throughout Western Africa for over two centuries. They were well known for their refusal to retreat from any fight unless ordered by their king.