Hollywood HQ | DC Entertainment Tour

10.24.2016 – Just in time to celebrate Wonder Woman’s 75th anniversary is Variety’s premier for ‘Hollywood HQ’ hosted by Jessica Chobot (of Nerdist News), where she tours inside DC Entertainment’s office in Burbank California. Chobot tours the DC Collectible, where exclusive toys and other merchandise are revealed. She also goes to the DC Library, where the comicbooks are archived, and finally the costumes used in the movies are also shown and more!

Manga Library in Japan's Corner!

01.05.2015 – If you’re a hardcore Japanese culture enthusiast or an Otaku then you must have heard about a place that sells original second hand Manga titles. For years the Philippines have become a fan crazed nation into Japanese anime and music. It has become an influence from the 1970s Super Robots to anime and anything from the rising sun you’ll see why Filipinos like it.

The Truth Why Kylo Ren's Defeat!

12.31.2015 – There has been countless discussions and theories about everything Star Wars. Certainly the Force is strong on those who are passionate about the franchise. There was one user named SomeDayWeMightBeDead stating his debate regarding Kylo Ren, but before you through the details for those who have not seen Star Wars: The Force Awakens SPOILERS AHEAD! But if you’ve seen the film read it here…

First Comic Odyssey to Close on December 21st!

12.04.2015 – If you’re a regular customer of Comic Odyssey from its original branch it won’t be hardly not to miss the store’s beginnings in the late 1990s. The branch was originally located where the Fitness First branch currently stands. After eighteen years it’s what you called the “End of an Era” as the current kiosk is now closing its doors on December 21, 2015 and here’s what it looks like now.

BTS: Arnold Arre's The Mythology Class!

11.22.2014 - It’s been a long time since Arnold Arre released a new graphic novel, but for each release it was appreciated by many. His recent work was collaboration with Gerry Alanguilan in Rodski Patotski: Ang Dalagang Baby. This brought a positive response to the Philippine komiks community to revive some of his early works that made him a household name. In the recent Indieket he re-released his short story “Trip to Tagaytay” and in Komikon the much awaited “Mythology Class.”

Building Worlds with David Hontiveros: A feature on Philippine Daily Inquirer!

The blog has new purpose and that is to give a more pronounced presence for my award winning Uncle on social media (I'm his Social Media pimp so to speak- Social Media Manager is a better way of putting it also :p)

I mentioned on a recent post that my uncle - Author, writer and comic book writer - David Hontiveros will be featured on this Sunday's Philippine Daily Inquirer Sunday Magazine, I picked up a copy of the newspaper this morning and unfortunately the feature wasn't there. I've been informed that there was a delay in the printing and that it would be available on the November 9 edition but no need to be sad since there is already a digital copy of the article available!

See Rocket Raccoon & Groot in Philippine Cinemas!

08.11.2014 – The Guardians of the Galaxy continue to break records and becoming the most memorable Marvel film to date sure you've seen it more than once. For those fans that have been clamoring for Groot & Rocket Raccoon but can’t afford the opportunity to own any collectible don't worry. If you happen to be catching the film again might as well make the trip to SM Megamall’s SM Cinema you might find these two greeting you. A good photo with these two characters is enough proof you’re excited to see the sequel in 2017.

The Hulk Cameo on Nike Football Ad!

04.28.2014 – Football has become a global sport and it became first known international before the NBA dominated it. Nike’s ‘Risk Everything’ campaign inspires the young generation about getting into football and its evident here. Famous football athletes like Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar Jr., Wayne Rooney, Zlatan Ibrahimović, and Gerard Piqué to name a few who has made name in the game…

ThrowBack: Simone Legno at STGCC 2009!

04.24.2014 – SM Department Store is teaming up for ‘tokidoki in the City’ for this weekend and founder and co-owner Simone Legno will be in town for this event. For those unaware Legno is the creator of tokidoki characters. The Italian who was inspired by Japanese culture is town for the second time since his last visit in 2008. This time tokidoki takes center stage with a weekend of events culminating the launch of his global brand of art toys, apparel, and accessories that is slowly appearing in SM Department stores.

National GoBots Day is April Fools Day!

04.01.2014 – If you happen to be a Transformers fan and were excited about the news regarding the GoBots becoming part of the TF Generations toy line, maybe you’re not reading the tags below and what is the date today. Your guess April Fools Day is like a trap if General Ackbar from Star Wars would describe the news. But the idea is way past to be intentional as Transformers Philippines has made April 1st as the annual GoBots Day since having it began in 2008.

Mystery Behind The Winter Soldier!

03.18.2014 – Captain America an iconic character and the first Marvel hero to appear in the comic books has a fair share of history. Steve Rogers won’t be the star spangled hero without his supporting cast and Bucky Barnes is the closest he had as a sidekick. When Bucky perished during WWII when he tried to disarm a bomb, but failed to do so that cost his life. In the cinematic film he plunged to his death trying to help Captain America in his mission. The comic book character was dead for a long time until 2005.

Human interaction in Muppets Most Wanted!

03.15.2014 – The Muppets Most Wanted has the original cast from the first film return, but without their human friends since this is set in Europe if you haven’t seen the trailers and teaser posters. In this film the human characters looks mighty interesting with actors like Ty Burrell, Tina Fey, and Ricky Gervais joining the cast of Muppets everyone can’t wait to see again. Besides the three actors there will be surprise cameos in this film…

Russo Brothers Directors of The Winter Soldier!

03.14.2014 – Captain America: The Winter Soldier is a few hours away to premiere in a special red carpet screening at the El Capitan Theatre in the US. But there’s more behind the scenes about this film that would be interesting to find out. Anthony and Joe Russo are the men behind the camera taking on the helm in bringing the sequel for Captain America. They are enthusiastic to share the experience on how they put together this political and espionage themed film in the world for the Marvel Cinematic Universe…

Stan Lee Talks About Amazing Spider-Man 2!

03.13.2014 – The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is a month away and the promotion for the upcoming sequel keeps on rolling. For those who haven’t read the comic books the amazing wall crawler has built a huge following jumping into the big screen. Created by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko which first appeared in The Amazing Fantasy #15 on August 1962 is also the face of the brand. Spider-Man swings to action once again and what’s the person to hear more about this character is none other than Stan Lee…

The Muppets Most Wanted Face Their Darkside!

03.10.2014 – There’s saying for every positive there is a negative. In the case of Kermit there’s no such negativity with this famous frog. Unless you have an evil twin or a clone that might wreck havoc in your life that spells catastrophe to our muppet friends. The Muppets Most Wanted is as intriguing as hilarious the plot says. But you can never get enough with the crew. There are some surprises awaits and it’s not at the end of the rainbow. But it will be a ride that Kermit and the gang will take to explore it…

Clueless Gamer: Conan Plays WWE 2K14 on Xbox 360!

03.08.2014 – There are great wrestling games but due to 2K’s popularity with the NBA 2K series they also ventured into other sports that featured a lot of serious beating. The game is the WWE 2K14 which features Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson on the cover. It’s the first game published by 2K Sports since Take-Two, which gained the license from THQ in a bankruptcy filing...

Rodrigo Santoro Reprises Tolio in Rio 2!

03.08.2014 – Rio 2 is coming back in a whole new way and they are heading to the wild parts of the Amazon. The voice cast reprises their roles in this big adventure that brings more laughs and introducing new faces. Fast-rising to be one of Hollywood’s leading men, Rodrigo Santoro, a Brazilian native reprises his role as Tulio in “Rio 2,” from the globally beloved hit “Rio” where he plays an eccentric scientist opposite Leslie Mann’s character, Linda who owns Blu.

50 Shades star Dakota Johnson in Need for Speed!

03.07.2014 – You’ve got the villain Dominic Cooper and the hero in Aaron Paul. As they say there’s a woman behind a man and Dakota Johnson fits the role. Need for Speed is getting amped to be shown soon and this time Dakota Johnson gets featured. Scott Waugh, the director of DreamWorks Pictures' new action-adventure “Need for Speed” was looking for someone special for the role of Anita, the girl the film's hero let get away.

Dominic Cooper Talks About Need For Speed!

03.06.2014 – Every hero there’s a villain that makes the narrative interesting. Aaron Paul in the driving seat won’t be without a counterpart that has Dominic Cooper the eventual villain in Need For Speed. “A hero is only as great as his villain,” says Scott Waugh, director of DreamWorks Pictures' gear-grinding thriller “Need for Speed.” “We searched really hard for our bad guy and found Dominic Cooper. He’s an incredible actor and ideal in this role.”

Sullivan Stapleton in 300 Rise of An Empire!

03.04.2014 – Themistokles is no Leonidas but unlike the legendary man Sparta he’s as blood thirsty and fierce tactician you’ll ever see in 300: Rise of an Empire. Portrayed by Sullivan Stapleton a new face to be introduced in this film takes center stage in battle! The naval commander from Athens has his hands full as Themistokles venture to battle against Eva Green’s alluring Artemisia.