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CCI, Day 3: Gaiman & McKean Preview "Mirrormask"

Neil Gaiman and Dave McKean made a special visit to Comic-Con International in San Diego to preview clips of their newest collaboration, "Mirrormask," a film for Jim Henson studios.

CCI Day 3: Fantastic Four-Play with Winter, Alba, Chiklis, Story, Gruffudd and Arad

In an eleventh-hour panel packed with star power, Marvel's first family gets their moment in the spotlight. Plus news on "Elektra!"

CCI, Day 3: Robert Kirkman Exclusive to Marvel

Announced today at Comic-Con International in San Diego, "The Walking Dead" and "Invincible" writer Robert Kirkman has signed a two-year exclusive contract with Marvel Comics. CBR News caught up with the scribe for a quick chat.

CCI, Day 3: Devils Due Previews Original Sueprhero Line

Josh Blaylock lays out plans for a new line of super-hero comics, rolling out in October with Ron Marz, Joe Casey and Chuck Dixon amongst the contributors.

CCI, Day 3: One Letter, Many Surprises: Marvel talks all things "X"

The "X-Men: Reloaded" panel at CCI was well attended with the announcement that Peter Milligan will be the new writer on "X-Men" following Chuck Austen's finish. Much more news inside.

CCI, Day 3: Lightning Strikes: Wildstorm Reveals '04 & '05 plans

At today's Wildstorm panel the company offered up a number of surprises, including an announced deal wherein Alan Moore and daughter Leah Moore will bring back characters from British comics publisher IPC, the new Jim Lee/Joe Casey series "The Intimates," and "Global Frequency" producer John Rogers dropped by to talk up the new TV show. Updated

CCI, Day 3: Rock and Roll Lifestyle: "The Amazing Joy Buzzards" Coming from Image

The rookie team of Mark Smith and Dan Hipp ssell Image Comics on a new rock 'n' roll adventure comic, "The Amazing Joy Buzzards," coming this October.

CCI Day 2: Keanu Reeves, Djimon Hounsou, Karen Berger and Francis Lawrence talk "Constantine"

From the Spear of Destiny to "Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure," fans were treated to a spoiler-heavy look at Vertigo's magical con man movie.

CCI Day 2: "Lady Death," the animated movie

Lady Death is back in all of her incarnations, and the Comic Reel is on hand to get all the gory details.

CCI Day 2: WB Animation Strikes Back

"Teen Titans" go for broke, "Justice League" goes for strength in numbers, and "The Batman" goes for style points. Plus: zero information about "Hellboy 2." Warning: spoilers within!

CCI Day 2: David Goyer and Cillian Murphy talk "Batman Begins"

The "Blade" helmer and the future Dr. Jonathan Crane sat down in front of a throng of fans to talk about the rebooting of the Bat franchise.

CCI, Day 3: So… Shiny! - Ted Naifeh talks "Glimmer"

"Courtney Crumrin's" Ted Naifeh takes a stab at a "Lord of the Rings" style story, with a gothic twist, with the upcoming Glimmer from Oni Press.

CCI, Day 2: "Blade: Trinity" and The Lord of the Comic-Con

New Line Cinema provided fans with a look at and panel discussion of the upcoming film "Blade: Trinity" as well as a sneak peak at the directors cut to the upcoming "Return of the King" DVD.

CCI, Day 2: Man of Action - Joe Kelly talks "Justice League Elite," "Space Ghost" & more

Catching up with Man of Action Joe Kelly at Comic-Con International, the writer talked about "Justice League Elite," "Space Ghost," "X-Men: Legends" and more.

CCI, Day 2: TOKYOPOP Wants You!

TOKYOPOP laid out their publishing plans for the rest of 2004 and in to 2005, plus honors the winners of the Rising Stars of Manga contest and much more.

CCI, Day 2: Friday Photo Parade

More sites and sounds from the convention floor with mostly costumed peoples. Some good. Some bad. One truly questionable. We'll let you decide.

CCI, DAY 2: Burlyman Reloaded: Wachowski & Co talk at CCI

The Wachowski's made a surprise appearance at Comic-Con International in San Diego to talk about their new company, Burlyman Comics.

CCI, DAY 2: Breaking & Entering - DC's Write Stuff Panel

A collection of DC writers fielded questions from the audience about writing in the industry. Howard Chaykin, Andy Diggle, Paul Jenkins and others joined the panel.

CCI, Day 2: Stars & Stripes: Brubaker to write "Captain America" this November

Writer Ed Brubaker and artist Steve Epting will take over the creative duties on "Captain America." CBR News caught up with the writer to learn more about his plans and thoughts on the character.

CCI, Day 2: Avengers Panel at Comic-Con

At the Avengers panel at CCI today, many announcements were made including a new "Young Avengers" series, Warren Ellis on "Iron Man," a new "Thunderbolts" series, details on "Invaders" and much more. Updated with images.

CCI, Day 2: Romita Jr. Slashes His Way on to "Wolverine" this October with Millar

John Romita Jr. joins Mark Millar for a 12 issue run on Marvel's "Wolverine" this October. CBR News spoke with Romita who revealed the many differences in switching from a character like Spider-Man to Wolverine and whether he'll one day return to Spider-Man.

CCI, DAY 2: Editor Tim Ervin Talks Dark Horse Manga

During a panel at Comic-Con International, editor Tim Ervin talked about some of the plans Dark Horse has coming from the Manga line.

CCI, Day 2: CCI Awards Golden and Silver Age Greats

At a panel during CC, the convention recognized a group of Golden and Silver Age greats including Gene Colan and Harry Harrison by awarding them surprise Inkpot awards. They reminisced about the old days when children's comics sold millions and millions.

CCI, Day 2: Keanu Sold Separately: Carey talks "Hellblazer: All His Engines" OGN

Long time "Hellblazer" author Mike Carey offers up the OGN "Hellblazer: All His Engines" next year, about a guy who plays poker with the devil on a regular basis and the inherent problems within. Carey spoke with CBR News about the project.

CCI, Day 2: City of Angels: Gary Phillips talks "Angeltown"

Crime novelist Gary Phillips will offer up a new private eye mini-series set in Los Angeles from Vertigo this November titled "Angeltown," about a hot-tempered all-star basketball player wanted for the murder of his ex-wife.

CCI, Day 2: Seagle pens "Constantine" Comics Adaptation

Announced at CCI Friday, writer Steven T. Seagle will writer the adaptation for the upcoming feature film "Constantine" and is joined by artist Ron Randall.

CCI, Day 1: Comic-Con News Wrap for Thursday

Lots of news and guzz from the convention floor including a look at the "X-Men: Legends" game, "Flight" sales and sequel news, "The Red Star" video game previewed and more.

CCI, Day 2: Sing It!: B. Clay Moore talks "Battle Hymn"

Announced during CCI, B. Clay Moore and Jeremy Haun ask the question "What if super-heroes really existed in World War II?" Look for the answer in "Battle Hymn" this December from Image.

CCI, Day 2: Niles Explores LA's Monster Sized Secrets in "Lurkers" this October

You've seen Niles take on vampires, and you've seen him take on a world filled with monsters with Cal MacDonald. This October, Niles takes a Los Angeles detective into a world he never knew existed with "Lurkers" from IDW Publishing.

CCI, Day 1: Winick Named Permanent Writer of "Batman," joined by artist Dough Mahnke

During a panel discussion at CCI, DC Comics announced that writer Judd Winick has been named the permanent writer of "Batman" starting with November's #634. The writer will be joined on "Batman" by artist Doug Mahnke. CBR News spoke with Winick to learn more about his plans.

Catwoman, Lady Death, Sin City: July 23rd Comic Reel Wrap

It's a good day for pale skinned macabre women, Don Murphy is the industry's biggest tease, and Warren Ellis quashes the rumors.

CCI, Day 1: Man of Action - Duncan Rouleau talks "Nightmarist" & More

Man of Action Duncan Rouleau spoke with CBR News about his latest projects, including Nightmarist," a new graphic novel coming this January from Active Images.

CCI, DAY 1: DC's "Batman: War Games" Panel

Judd Winick named permanent writer on "Batman," Matt Wagner does "Dark Moon Rising," and the Batman team reveals "Batman: War Games" details at a panel during CCI.

CCI, DAY 1: Thursday Photo Parade

Costumes, creators and loads of Star Wars costumes. Plus, Robert Kirkman cops a feel, spinny things, Joe Kelly plays video games, pirates, wenches and sights from the first full day of the convention.

CCI, Day 1: Locked, Cocked & Ready To Unload: Jason Hall talks "Trigger"

Writer Jason Hall and artist John Watkiss bring a brand new series to readers from Vertigo later this year in "Trigger." Jason Hall spoke with CBR News briefly with details on the series.

CCI, Day 1 : Johns, Austen, Garney, Kelly & Carlin talk JL-anything

During a panel at CCI in San Diego, DC Comics announced detailes of a new Justice League series, "Justice League Classified," with writer Grant Morrison and Ed McGuiness handling the first story arc.

CCI, Day 0: Preview Night Photo Parade

A handfull of pictures featuring the sites at Comic-Con International in San Diego on Preview Night.

Smallville, Sin City, Catwoman, Superman: July 22nd Comic Reel Wrap

In today's round up, Lionel Luthor talks, you've got Marv, the Kryptonian's chronicled and that Cat may not be what you think ...

PRESS RELEASE: Comic-Con 2004 News Index

CCI, DAY 1: "30 Days Of Night" Ongoing Debuts October, Niles & Fraction Weave Horror

This October sees the debut of the new ongoing series "30 Days Of Night: Bloodsucker Tales" with stories by Steve Niles & Kody Chamberlin as well as Matt Fraction & Ben Templesmith. Niles and Fraction spoke to CBR News about their plans for the series.

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