Fanboy Theatre - Issue 1 - Mobile Edition

Fan Films
Fanboy Theatre - Issue 1
By William McKenzie
February 24, 2007 - 18:02

News

There's word of a DEADPOOL fan film on the way from Chris Notarile, WITCHBLADE & LARA CROFT crossover fan film by Director H.R. Crystal, and a TEEN TITANS Film coming soon courtesy of Director Gil Herbert and Maximum/MXM Entertainment.

I've gotten my hands on some awesome promo posters for upcoming films

ALLEYCAT: A CATWOMAN STORY by Chris Notarile and Blinky Productions.

JSA CHRONICLES - CHAPTER ONE:WILDCAT by David Spitzer and Toxic Lipstick Productions.

I've got a special announcement to make! On February 24th, I will be attending the second annual New York Comicon at The Jacob Javits Center, located in lovely Manhattan NYC. I will be strolling the grounds with My lovely Fan-Girlfriend Patty handing out Flyers for FBT and just promoting the site in general. Just look for the goofy guy, and beautiful gal wearing Fanboy Theatre T-shirt's. If You are definitely going to be attending on the 24th E-Mail Us and let me know. I would love to meet and network with as many of you as possible. Spread the word!

Reviews

NNY

This Fan Film by Director Rex Hicks and his film group Revolution Films is based on creator Jhonen Vasquez and Slave Labor Graphics smash comic series Johnny the Homicidal Maniac, a charming tale of a reclusive social outcast turned raving psycho killer. The film's script is actually an adaptation of one of Vasquez's stories appearing in the JTHM series. The film is basically a shared "special moment" between a killer and his innocent victim, a man named Edgar, right before his imminent demise. The film opens with Johnny offering his unique philosophy on life, and people in general, in the form of insane ramblings while his innocent victim is chained up to an elaborate killing device in Johnny's basement. Pride St. Clair (who plays Johnny in the film) doesn't necessarily look like the comic book version of Johnny, but his performance in the film is so well done it makes image authenticity completely irrelevant. St. Clair really has a grasp on the character's state of mind, one minute almost sympathizing with his victim, the next exploding in rage filled outbursts fueled by his lust for murder. Sam Hays also puts on a fine performance as Johnny's hapless victim Edgar. Hays is perfect as a nerdy, borderline pathetic man with just the right amount of courage to catch Johnny off guard. Edgar can almost relate to Johnny himself, having no friends or family and feeling alone in the world. There is definitely an unmistakable chemistry between St. Clair and Hays that makes for a very entertaining piece of short film. Those of us that have read and enjoyed Johnny the Homicidal Maniac over the years should agree that this film is an effective adaptation of the series trademark blend of humor and horror. You guys should really give yourselves a big pat on the back for this one, I was really pleased with this film and I'm sure most of you will be as well, whether you’re familiar with JTHM or not.

Trailer Report

SPIDER-MAN: DARKNESS FALLS

Spidey's popularity in the Fan Film community seems to grow bigger everyday with this upcoming Fan Film by Homework Entertainment as proof positive. The trailer is quite impressive and you get a good look at the Spider-Suit as well as Spidey Himself in action. THWIP!

SPIDER-MAN: CITY OF FIRE FALLS

In this upcoming Spider-Man Fan Film the crimelords of the city are at war, and if that's not bad enough Spidey's old foe The Rose threatens to bring about the end of the world with the help of an ancient evil. Look for appearances from heavy hitters in Spidey's Rogues gallery like Electro. I'm not sure of the filmakers name(s) If anyone knows please let me know so I can give credit where it is due.

SPIDER-MAN

A new Spider-Man Fan Film is on the way courtesy of Cloudburst Studios.

SUPERMAN

A film by directors Clint Loveness, Scott Smith, and CL Productions. The full length film is now available online HERE. A DVD of the film is also available with a donation. I'll have a review of this film coming soon.

BATMAN: REBORN

An all original take on the Dark Knight is coming our way from Director Nicholas Ortiz. This will be a Batman re-imagined and sporting an all new costume which looks really cool.

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SHORT CLIP

ALIEN: INFLUX

This Fan Film, based on the smash Sci Fi Film series Alien, is brought to Ya' by Director Andy Sawyer and TNT LTD. Productions. If You dig what you see you will be happy to know that the film is now complete and available for your viewing pleasure at their website.

JSA CHRONICLES - CHAPTER ONE: WILDCAT

From the Director who brought You "BATMAN:FORMULAS", David Spitzer, comes this first in a series of JSA Fan Films. This film will focus on the one and only Wildcat featuring appearances by Green Lantern, The Flash, and Dr.Midnite.

X-MEN: ONSLAUGHT

Fans of Marvel Comics merry band of Mutants will be glad to know that a new X-Men Fan Film is currently in post-production. The film will be a collaboration of Comic Fans and Filmmakers and promises to be the biggest X-Men film ever! Judging from the trailer it looks like we'll finally get to see the X-Men taking on a certain series of Mutant hunting robots.

Finishing up today I'd like to bring your attention to the work of a couple of friends of FBT. First up - check out training footage for the upcoming Superman/Smallville film SUPERMAN REBORN, courtesy of the director and good buddy of FBT, Jean Charles by clicking HERE. And finally check out Clive Young's Fan Film blog, FAN CINEMA TODAY.

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