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Geek Dad
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Dad
Review – Batman: Detective Comics #1097 – Harvey's Case
Batman: Detective Comics #1097 cover, via DC Comics. Ray: Last issue saw the end of the first arc, as Asema was exposed and the corporation offering mysterious youth treatments saw itself demolished – along with Bruce's hope for an extended lifespan. But the threat is far from over, as Elixir was just a shadow corporation for the REAL Elixir – a secret cult of agents who have half of Gotham in hock to them. As the issue opens, they're cleaning up their old messes, so Batman seeks out an ally of his own – Harvey Bullock, who has been fired from the GCPD by Vandal Savage and is currently working as a PI. It turns out that Bullock has had dealings with Elixir before, encountering them when he was a rookie cop and nearly getting himself killed for asking too many questions. His partner, who knew the score, bailed him out – but Bullock has been seeking revenge for the murder he couldn't solve since his earliest days on the force. The cleanup crew. Via DC Comics. Bullock has always been one of Gotham's more interesting police officers, because he's a great view into the world of Gotham's more corrupt law enforcement systems. Bullock has always toed that line, not being afraid to engage in some vices while enforcing the law, but having some firm scruples. That can't be said for his former partner, who knew the ins and outs of getting along in Gotham. Now an old man, that partner is barely willing to share his secrets as Elixir starts making moves in the city again. There are some interesting parallels between Elixir and groups like the Court of Owls and the Orghams, but these villains seem to have a greater reach and a more efficient approach – and they waste no time targeting Bullock for looking too closely. As the issue draws to a close, Batman is on the trail of his friend – but winds up finding someone else entirely. Great stuff, building on the themes of the first arc and taking them global. To find reviews of all the DC issues, visit DC This Week. GeekDad received this comic for review purposes. Liked it? Take a second to support GeekDad and GeekMom on Patreon!
Newsweek
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
'Batman' Horror Spinoff 'Clayface' Being Rewritten
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors Mike Flanagan may be one of the most fan-favorite filmmakers in the horror genre right now, but apparently his version of "Clayface" isn't exactly what DC Studios was looking for. According to a report from TheWrap, the body horror film is being rewritten by Hossein Amini, best known as the writer for 2011's "Drive". Read More: Top 4 Perfect Actors to Terrorize as DCU's Clayface There's no word exactly what it was about Flanagan's script that necessitated a rewrite. Clayface in "Detective Comics" #943 Clayface in "Detective Comics" #943 DC Comics Very little is known so far about the "Clayface" movie, but it is said to be a "horror-thriller-tragedy, with the lead protagonist not expected to be portrayed as the notorious villain he's known as in the Batman canon." Clayface is somewhat unusual in Batman's rogues' gallery as he's one of the few of the Dark Knight's villains to enjoy actual super powers. There have been multiple iterations of the character throughout the years but the most well known see him starting off as a failed actor who gains the ability to shape shift into whatever form he chooses by changing his body into clay. This also allows him to change himself into a large, physically powerful monster. Technically speaking, Clayface has already shown up in the DCU. The creature comes close to murdering Rick Flag Sr. (Frank Grillo) in an episode of the animated series "Creature Commandos". Clayface is voiced by Alan Tudyk in the episode, who also voices a much more comical version of the character in the cartoon series "Harley Quinn". It will be interesting if and how "Clayface" in any way references the "Creature Commandos" appearance. On one hand, the character appears as a much more malevolent and villainous figure than it sounds like we'll be meeting in the film. On the other hand, Clayface appears to be killed at the end of the episode. Of course, in the superhero genre, death is never as permanent a state as it is in others. There have been a number of live-action versions of Clayface in shows such as "Gotham", "Birds of Prey", and "Pennyworth", but "Clayface" will mark the very first live-action theatrical appearance of the character. "Clayface" hits theaters September 11, 2026. The film will be directed by James Watkins of "See No Evil" fame. Matt Reeves and Lynn Harris are producing. More Comics: 'Fantastic Four' Releases New Look at Unofficial Fifth Member Robert Downey Jr. Gives Blessing to Marvel Successor
Straits Times
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
Warner Bros fends off Superman copyright lawsuit ahead of new movie
Warner's new Superman movie, starring American actor David Corenswet, is scheduled to be released in July. PHOTO: WBEI Warner Bros fends off Superman copyright lawsuit ahead of new movie NEW YORK - Warner Bros Discovery convinced an American judge to dismiss a lawsuit over rights to the iconic character Superman, lifting a legal headache before the entertainment company releases its new Superman movie later in 2025. United States District Judge Jesse Furman in New York said on April 24 that his court lacked jurisdiction over the copyright claims brought by the estate of Superman's co-creator, late illustrator Joseph Shuster. The lawsuit against Warner and its DC Comics subsidiary, part of a long-running legal battle over the rights to Superman, had sought damages for the superhero's unauthorised use in Britain, Canada, Australia and other countries. A Warner spokesperson said the company was pleased with the decision. 'As we have consistently maintained, DC controls all rights to Superman,' the spokesperson said. The estate's attorney did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The estate refiled its lawsuit in New York state court on April 25. Shuster, who died in 1992 at age 78, created Superman with late writer Jerome Siegel and licensed the character to DC's predecessor Detective Comics. Shuster's estate's lawsuit, filed in January, said that the rights to Superman reverted to the estate under British law in 2017, 25 years after his death. The estate accused Warner of failing to pay royalties to use Superman in countries that follow British law on copyright reversion, which also include India, Israel and Ireland. Judge Furman agreed with Warner on April 24 that the case should be dismissed because it was 'brought explicitly under the laws of foreign countries, not the laws of the United States'. Warner's new Superman movie, directed by American film-maker James Gunn and starring actor David Corenswet, is scheduled to be released in July. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Reuters
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Reuters
Warner Bros fends off Superman copyright lawsuit ahead of new movie
April 25 (Reuters) - Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD.O), opens new tab convinced a U.S. judge to dismiss a lawsuit over rights to the iconic character Superman, lifting a legal headache before the company releases its new "Superman" movie this summer. U.S. District Judge Jesse Furman in New York said on Thursday, opens new tab that his court lacked jurisdiction over the copyright claims brought by the estate of Superman's co-creator, the illustrator Joseph Shuster. The lawsuit had sought damages for the unauthorized use of Superman in the U.K., Canada, Australia and other countries. The estate's attorney and an attorney and spokespeople for Warner did not immediately respond to requests for comment on Friday. The lawsuit is part of a long-running legal battle over the rights to Superman. Shuster created Superman with writer Jerome Siegel and licensed the character to Detective Comics, the predecessor of Warner subsidiary DC Comics. Shuster's estate's lawsuit, filed in January, said that the rights to Superman reverted to the estate under British law in 2017, 25 years after his death. The estate accused Warner of failing to pay royalties to use Superman in countries that follow U.K. law on copyright reversion, which also include India, Israel and Ireland. Furman agreed with Warner on Thursday that the case should be dismissed because it was "brought explicitly under the laws of foreign countries, not the laws of the United States." Warner's new Superman movie, directed by James Gunn and starring David Corenswet, is scheduled to be released in July.
CBC
06-02-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
Superman copyright lawsuit could delay release of new Warner Bros. film
The estate of one of Superman's co-creators has filed a copyright lawsuit in a U.S. court against Warner Bros ahead of the release of its new movie Superman, part of a planned reboot of the DC Comics superhero film franchise. The lawsuit was filed on Friday in federal court in New York City by the estate of Superman illustrator Joseph Shuster, who created the famous superhero along with writer Jerome Siegel. The lawsuit noted that Shuster and Siegel had licensed their rights to the character to Detective Comics, the predecessor of DC Comics, now a subsidiary of Warner. The lawsuit claims that under British law, Shuster's rights reverted to his estate in 2017, 25 years after his death. The estate accused Warner of unlawfully failing to pay royalties to use Superman in Britain, Canada, Australia and other countries outside the United States. Shuster and Siegel and their estates have been involved in litigation with Warner over the rights to Superman for decades. The San Francisco-based 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals determined in 2013 that the creators could not reclaim their rights from Warner under U.S. law. The new lawsuit, however, cites British law. The estate claimed that the distribution of works featuring Superman since 2017 — including movies, television shows and video games — infringes its copyright in jurisdictions based on British law. The new Superman movie, directed by James Gunn and starring David Corenswet, is set to be released in theaters in July. The new litigation could complicate the international distribution of the film. It marks the latest salvo in a long-running legal battle over the rights to the character. Shuster's estate is seeking monetary damages and a court order blocking Warner from depicting Superman without a license. "We fundamentally disagree with the merits of the lawsuit, and will vigorously defend our rights," a Warner spokesperson said. "This suit is not intended to deprive fans of their next Superman, but rather seeks just compensation for Joe Shuster's fundamental contributions as the co-creator of Superman," the estate's attorney, Marc Toberoff, said in a statement. The lawsuit said Shuster and Siegel began creating Superman comic strips in 1934. DC's predecessor, Detective Comics, began publishing their comics in 1938.
