PopCultHQ Comic Book Review – Imperium #12 From Valiant Comics

Imperium #12 from Valiant, available now, continues with “The Vine Imperative – Chapter 4: Between Then and Now” story.  The issue focuses on the present day and the past (1968) when Toyo Harada was once being hunted by an assassin, Lord Vine-99 (LV-99), a genetically engineered alien trained in marksmanship.  There is a dichotomy that exists between the psiot and the Vine that keeps the reader engaged and intrigued.  The shared psychic, collective consciousness of the Vine operatives, or plantings, makes for an enthralling concept.  There is a satisfying story in the works and what appears to be a compelling confrontation in the

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PopCultHQ Comic Book Review- Wrath of the Eternal Warrior #3 From Valiant Comics

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Wrath of the Eternal Warrior #3 from Valiant, available now, continue its “Risen” story arc.  Even if you’re new to this series (or the Valiant Universe), you cannot help but enjoy this issue from cover to cover.  The dark, ominous tone featured in the torture lair, the painful imagery of the sadistic barbarism, a hulking antagonist determined to bring misery to Gilad Anni-Padda, and an immortal hero’s tale of loyalty and steadfastness to protect the living world from evils all make for a completely enjoyable read.  This impressive issue alone will make you add Wrath of the Eternal Warrior to

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From Insane Comics: “Ximphonic Versus” – A PopCultHQ Spotlight Review

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COMING SUMMER/FALL 2016 FROM INSANE COMICS Ximphonic Versus: Fabula Cristallum Thronus. PopCultHQ Review: I have been very fortunate to get a special exclusive sneak peek at Ximphonic Versus, thanks to fine people of Insane Comics and Ximphonic Versus‘ phenom artist Xing Xin. What a privilege it was, to get a glimpse of what fans will be blown away by when this jaw-dropping fantasy tale is launched this coming summer/fall. What I can say so far about Ximphonic Versus; is that it will be a grand-epic of its own hyper-fantasy, sci-fi design. While I would like to compare this to something….I just can’t. There is nothing in

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Top Movies of 2015: #1 The Revenant

Alright guys, here it is! Our NUMBER 1 pick for the top movies of 2015. While we had 4 gems that really stood out among all the different movies that came out, this one stood out even more. This movie is currently at 12 Academy Award nominations and is looking to take home all of them. So without further ado, here’s our #1 picks of 2015! The Revenant Yes, The Revenant is our top pick and that should come as no surprise considering the movie has landed in that spot for many people, but why? What makes this movie in

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Night of the Fire-Beast #1 – From Insane Comics: PopCultHQ Comic Book Review

STORY/ART – CHRISTOPHER MARTINEZ STORY/SCRIPT – JONATHAN CLODE STORY/SCRIPT & COVER ART – JAMES BIGGIE The story goes that “Night of the Fire-Beast” comes from a long-lost monster movie created from Randall Williamson, a man who wanted to cash in on the fame of the big sci-fi monster movie phenomenon. While the owner of these (as some my call “knock-offs”) B-rated studio movies, was so darn cheap, that he barely even gave writers or actors credits for their hard labors. Filmed in Mexico and using English stage actors. Even with all the lack of funding, Night of the Fire-Beast ended

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Leave On The Light #1 – From Insane Comics: PopCultHQ Comic Book Review

Ever been terrified of the dark? Ever feel like there is someone in the shadows, hidden, waiting for your fears to intensify before he reveals himself and begins to unmercifully stab and slice your body to pieces. The last thing you hear is your own death curdling screams, leaving a horrific blood splattered scene of utter chaos on the walls. That’s just what you’re about to embark on with Leave On the Light #1 from Insane Comics, the leader in underground independent comics. You start off this horror / mystery with one of the most horrifically graphic murder scenes I’ve ever seen

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Mississippi Zombie #1 – From Insane Comics: PopCultHQ Comic Book Review

Mississippi Zombie #1 Written byBradley Golden Art byPhill Williams Lettered byMartin Rivas Review: Mississippi Zombie is like Tales of the Crypt with your very own zombie keeper host. With short quick-paced tales of daily life in Southerner’s living with zombies in the Mississippi swamps. No characters to really have to worry about here since mostly everyone dies, with some humor of course. If you’re from the bayou and want to escape the hot dog days of summer, pick up a copy of Mississippi Zombie to read and swat them pesky mosquitos with. No need to be overly critical here, you know

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Hang Low Aim High #1 – From Insane Comics: PopCultHQ Comic Book Review

Hang Low Aim High #1 Written by: Kelly Bender Art by: Adrian Crismaru Lettered by: Nic Shaw It’s a big day in town, as the hanging of a deadly train robber is bringing all the folks out to the big event. The most wanted man in three states is about to meet his justice, only there is one problem. This known lying sack of cattle chips is saying he has a treasure hidden and only he knows the secret. The poor towns people needs this money, his gang wants their loot and any dirty lowlife around these parts of the country want in on

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Top Movies of 2015 #2: Mad Max: Fury Road

  As we get to our final two picks for award worthy movies of 2015, I must mention that it is no surprise that the list so far has not only been nominated, but has also won some awards at the recent Golden Globes. Now with the Academy Awards right around the corner, I felt it would be perfect timing to talk about my final two picks, that both have multiple nomination for the upcoming award ceremony. My number 2 is Mad Max: Fury Road. George Millers’ return to the wasteland that shot Mel Gibson to international star status and set

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Whatever Happened To The Archetype! by Insane Comics: PopCultHQ Comic Book Review Spotlight

WHATEVER HAPPENED TO THE ARCHETYPE! Writer – Stu Perrins
 Art – Ron Gravelle 
Color Cover – Shaun Dobie What if a super-man had crashed landed on our planet many decades ago, lived the life of the icon hero and was unceremoniously discarded into the stories of legends past? A legend that was so long ago that he is barely remembered at all, considered perhaps by many as just a myth or fable? What if, before that super-man was to come to our planet, he had gone through some very REAL emotional losses and sadness? If he were to have a troubled history,

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