Tag: kick-ass

Mark Millar Draws a Bloody Curtain on "Kick-Ass"

Mark Millar teases what to expect in the final volume of his smash hit series, "Kick-Ass," which kicks off in June, as he compares Hit Girl to Han Solo and himself to Dave Lizewski and Big Daddy. Plus, exclusive art!

John Romita Jr. is Ready For More "Kick-Ass"

With "Kick-Ass 3" looming, CBR spoke to co-creator John Romita, Jr. about his inspiration for Dave Lizewski, drawing Marvel characters vs. creator-owned and not trusting everything Mark Millar says.

EXCLUSIVE: Adam Hughes' Hit-Girl-Starring "Kick-Ass 3" Variant

Mark Millar and John Romita Jr.'s "Kick-Ass 3" kicks off in mid-May, but CBR has an exclusive first look at Adam Hughes' Hit-Girl-starring variant cover today!

EXCLUSIVE: Millar & Romita Ready For The End In "Kick-Ass 3"

The team behind the creator-owned hit turned superhero movie franchise are wrapping things up in the Kick-Ass world. Mark Millar explains why "Kick-Ass 3" is the bloody end of Dave Lizewski's saga.

PRESS RELEASE: Millar's "Nemesis" & "Hit-Girl" Debuts on comiXology

EXCL PREVIEWS: "Ultimate Comics Spider-Man" #20, "Hit-Girl" #5

Courtesy of Marvel Comics, CBR presents exclusive previews for Brian Michael Bendis and Sara Pichelli's "Ultimate Comics Spider-Man" #20 and the final issue of Mark Millar and John Romita Jr.'s "Hit-Girl" mini!

Millar Strikes Back With "Hit-Girl's" Journey To "Kick-Ass 2"

As the second film for his and John Romita, Jr.'s real life superhero universe rolls along, Mark Millar digs into Hit-Girl's mind in one last issue of her over-the-top solo adventures, dishing details on both comics and movies.

EXCLUSIVE: Bill Sienkiewicz's "Hit-Girl" #5 Variant Recalls "Elektra: Assassin"

Ahead of the series finale of Mark Millar and John Romita, Jr's "Kick-Ass" spinoff, Icon shares with CBR an exclusive first look at "Hit-Girl's" final bloody variant by the legendary Bill Sienkiewicz.

EXCLUSIVE: Bodies Fall In Geof Darrow's "Hit-Girl" #4 Variant

Marvel has provided CBR with an exclusive first look at Geof Darrow's variant cover for "Hit-Girl" #4 by Mark Millar and John Romita Jr. The adventures of Hit-Girl continues September 26.

EXCLUSIVE: Jock's Variant Cover for Millar & Romita Jr.'s "Hit-Girl" #3

Mark Millar and John Romita Jr.'s "Hit-Girl" miniseries rolls on in September, and CBR has the exclusive first look at the third issue's variant cover by Jock.

Pipeline - 7/31/2012

Augie thinks about rereading favorite works and why he doesn't do enough of it. And should he? Also, some thoughts on the McFarlane art auction, his "secret identity" and "The Walking Dead" #100.

CREATORS ON CREATOR-OWNED: Kirkman, Millar & Niles

CBR is proud to present a new ongoing series of roundtable discussions on creator-owned comics, starting with modern masters Robert Kirkman, Mark Millar and Steve Niles talking rights, responsibilities, Hollywood and more.

REVIEW: "Hit-Girl" #1

James Hunt gives "Hit-Girl" #1 by Mark Millar, John Romita Jr. and Tom Palmer 4 stars saying "pure storytelling talent shines through every panel" by Romita and Palmer.

Millar Spins Red Mist's Origin In "Hit-Girl"

With its first issue in stores now, Mark Millar explains how his and John Romita, Jr.'s "Hit-Girl" will run solo from "Kick-Ass 2" in comics and film while filling in fans on the secret origin of Red Mist.

EXCLUSIVE: Dave Johnson Covers "Hit Girl" #2

In advance of the first issue hitting stores, Mark Millar reveals the Dave Johnson-illustrated variant cover to "Hit-Girl" #2, written by Millar and drawn by John Romita, Jr. and Tom Palmer.

Kapow 2012: Millarworld

Mark Millar, Dave Gibbons, Frank Quitely and Nacho Vigalondo discuss Millarworld projects, going curse-free for "Jupiter's Children," Frank Miller's secret identity and a "Supercrooks" dream cast at Kapow Comic Convention.

John Romita, Jr. Makes His "Hit-Girl"

The artist of Marvel's chart-topping "Avengers Vs. X-Men" sets his sight on a return to "Kick-Ass" spitfire Hit-Girl in a new solo series that lets him switch up his style and focus beyond Hollywood.

Mark Millar Makes A Star of "Hit-Girl"

With the solo debut of Kick-Ass' foul-mouth hero just around the corner from Mark Millar and John Romita, Jr., the writer tells how "Hit-Girl" is a more emotional character study. Plus, an exclusive look at Phil Noto's issue #1 variant.

Universal In Talks To Make, Distribute "Kick-Ass 2"

Universal Pictures is in talks to make and distribute "Kick-Ass 2," the sequel to Matthew Vaughn's adaptation of Mark Millar and John Romita Jr.'s comic series.

EXCLUSIVE: Millarworld 2012 Goes Viral

Mark Millar goes back to school to promote his incoming Millarworld line of comics from "Hit-Girl" to "The Secret Service" under the direction of incoming "Supercrooks" filmmaker Nacho Vigalondo.

MILLARWORLD EXCLUSIVE: Spinning Off "Nemesis 2" & "Hit-Girl"

2012 holds sequels and prequels for some of Mark Millar's biggest hits as the writer shares a look at the next phase of uber-villain Nemesis and the secret history of Hit-Girl's final mission with loads of exclusive art.

EXCLUSIVE: "Supercrooks" Trailer Teases Year Of Millarworld

Mark Millar's plan for industry domination hits on two fronts in 2012 as the writer teases a full slate of new Millarworld art and exclusively debuts the live-action trailer for the "CLiNT" "Supercrooks" story.

Millar Draws A Line On Digital Distribution

With the release of his latest "Kick-Ass" issue today, Mark Millar is taking a stance against day and date digital comics, and he tells CBR why print first is better for comics and retailers and how the series brings back Hit-Girl.

Marvel Comics On Sale November 23, 2011

Courtesy of Marvel, CBR brings you advance looks at new titles on sale next Wednesday including "Astonishing X-Men" #44, "Kick-Ass 2" #5, "Secret Avengers" #19 and many more.

Millar Creates Millarworld Productions For Film, TV

The Scottish scribe behind "Kick-Ass" and "Wanted" is looking to bring a Hollywood scale to film projects in his homeland as Mark Millar preps an "American Jesus" adaptation and multiple TV shows in the UK.

PRESS RELEASE: Millar and Romita, Jr. Reveal "Kick-Ass" #5 Variant Covers

CBR TV @ NYCC: John Romita Jr.

John Romita Jr. brought a friend to CBR TV's tiki room to discuss the use of his art in the "Kick-Ass" movie, working on "Avengers" and "Kick-Ass 2" at the same time, fan and critical reaction to his work and more.

Marvel Comics On Sale October 20, 2010

Courtesy of Marvel, CBR brings you advance looks at new comics on sale next Wednesday including "Carnage" #1, "Chaos War" #2, "Daredevil" #511, "Hulk" #26, "Loki" #1, "New Mutants" #18 and more.

REVIEW" "CLiNT" #1

Chad Nevetts looked at Mark Millar's "CLiNT" #1 and gave the new anthology magazine 3 stars, saying "Not everything lands and not everything is new, but the magazine is still a slick periodical with a lot to offer."

Mark Millar Kicks More Ass

With the incoming sequel to he and John Romita Jr.'s creator-owned comic-turned-movie, "Kick-Ass," Mark Millar goes "Balls To The Wall" with a new viral superteam, a sidekick for Red Mist and more.

Make Comics For Mark Millar's "CLiNT"

For the launch of his UK comic mag "CLiNT," best-selling writer Mark Millar is putting the call out for aspiring creators to pitch short sci-fi tales and iconic characters to run alongside "Kick-Ass 2," "Nemesis" and more.

Pipeline - 8/17/2010

This week, Augie rereads "NextWave: Agents of H.A.T.E." and finds what he calls "the most perfect comic." Also, some thoughts on the coloring of "Kick Ass," the truth of "Peter Pan" and more on digital comics.

X-Men: First Class, Batman 3, Mage: Aug 3rd Comic Reel

"First Class" drops a battle of the minds due to "Inception" as the boys of that film find themselves at the center of "Batman 3" rumors. Also, "Mage" to be a film discovered and more.

SPINOFF: Mark Millar Explains "Kick-Ass 2"

Wondering where "Kick-Ass" stands when it comes to its second outing? Creator Mark Millar has been spilling the beans on the planned sequel, and it sounds as though part two will be focusing more heavily on Hit-Girl.

Captain America, Green Lantern, X-Men: First Class: June 8th Comic Reel

Stanley Tucci signs onto "Captain America." Our first glimpse of "Green Lantern's" ring? Is Michael Fassbender the bad boy of "First Class?" Also, "Batman Year One" animated and more.

To McAvoy, the "X-Men"

James McAvoy has been cast as Charles Xavier in Fox's "X-Men: First Class." The film is set to begin production thus summer with director Matthew Vaughn. McAvoy takes on the role popularized by actor Patrick Stewart.

Millar to Launch UK Magazine with "Kick-Ass" Sequel

Mark Millar has announced "CLiNT Magazine," a new monthly venture with Titan Magazines to launch in September in the U.K. featuring the debut of "Kick-Ass 2: Balls to the Wall" and more.

Atomic Comics Kicks Ass On FCBD

Arizona retailer Mike Malve leverages his store's appearance in Mark Millar and John Romita, Jr.'s new movie into a Free Comic Book Day drive for new local readers with deals and a brand-new "Dollar Menu" promotion.

CBR TV: Aaron Johnson & Chloe Moretz from "Kick Ass"

The stars of "Kick-Ass," Aaron Johnson and Chloe Moretz talk to CBR TV at C2E2 about the new Matthew Vaughn film based on the hit Icon comic book by Mark Millar and John Romita, Jr.

CBR TV: John Romita Jr.

Comic book legend John Romita Jr. stopped by the CBR TV studio to talk about the current Kick-Ass phenomenon, his upcoming work on Avengers with Brian Michael Bendis, how his father feels about his work and more.

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