VIZ Media Announces "The Art of Castle in the Sky"

VIZ MEDIA CELEBRATES THE WORK OF LEGENDARY DIRECTOR HAYAO MIYAZAKI WITH THE ART OF CASTLE IN THE SKY

Coinciding With The Film’s 30th Anniversary, New Hardcover Release Joins The Studio Ghibli Art Book Collection And Features A Stunning Array Of Illustrations, Character Artwork And Insights From The Pioneering Creator

San Francisco, CA – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), a premier company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, presents a special new offering to fans of the work of famed anime visionary Hayao Miyazaki with the release of THE ART OF CASTLE IN THE SKY on October 18th, 2016.

This beautiful hardcover edition joins VIZ Media’s highly commended series of art books showcasing Studio Ghibli films. THE ART OF CASTLE IN THE SKY’s debut also coincides with the 30th Anniversary of the original release of the film. THE ART OF CASTLE IN THE SKY will carry an MSRP of $34.99 U.S. / $39.99 CAN.

Hayao Miyazaki’s Castle in the Sky was the first feature film produced by the legendary Studio Ghibli. Sheeta, a girl who has the power to defy gravity, is on the run from pirates when she meets the young inventor Pazu. Together they explore the secrets of Laputa, a flying city constructed by a long-lost race of people. All of Miyazaki’s major themes – the power of flight, the bravery of young women, and a world wrecked by change – are captured with beautiful animation and joyous storytelling.

“We are proud to release this gorgeously illustrated book that celebrates the extraordinary artwork of Hayao Miyazaki’s groundbreaking film,” says Masumi Washington, Senior Editorial Director. “This comprehensive edition is packed with the film’s art, from conception to final release, as well as commentary and insights from Miyazaki himself. It makes a fitting addition to our extensive Studio Ghibli library.”

Hayao Miyazaki is one of Japan's most beloved animation directors. His first feature, The Castle of Cagliostro, was released in 1979 and his critically acclaimed film, Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, which was based on his own manga, was released in 1984. In 1985, Miyazaki cofounded Studio Ghibli, through which he directed the box office smashes Princess Mononoke (1997) and Spirited Away (2001), which won the Golden Bear at the 2002 Berlin International Film Festival and the Academy Award® for Best Animated Feature Film in 2003. Howl's Moving Castle (2004) received the Osella Award for technical achievement at the 2004 Venice International Film Festival. In 2005, VIFF awarded Miyazaki the Golden Lion Award for Lifetime Achievement.

Miyazaki’s other acclaimed films include My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki's Delivery Service and Ponyo. Miyazaki's essays, interviews and memoirs have been collected in STARTING POINT: 1979–1996 and TURNING POINT: 1997–2008. His final film, The Wind Rises, was nominated for both a Golden Globe and an Academy Award®. In November 2014, Miyazaki received an honorary Academy Award® at the academy's sixth annual Governor's Awards.

For information on other award-winning anime and manga titles from VIZ Media, please visit www.VIZ.com.


About VIZ Media, LLC
Established in 1986, VIZ Media is the premier company in the field of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing. Along with its popular digital magazine WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP and blockbuster properties like NARUTO, DRAGON BALL, SAILOR MOON, and POKÉMON, VIZ Media offers an extensive library of titles and original content in a wide variety of book and video formats, as well as through official licensed merchandise. Owned by three of Japan's largest publishing and entertainment companies, Shueisha Inc., Shogakukan Inc., and Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions, Co., Ltd., VIZ Media is dedicated to bringing the best titles for English-speaking audiences worldwide.

Learn more about VIZ Media and its properties at www.VIZ.com.

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Filming Begins on Melissa McCarthy and Ben Falcone's "Life of the Party"

Filming Underway on New Line Cinema’s “Life of the Party”

Melissa McCarthy and Ben Falcone Reteam for the Campus Comedy

BURBANK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Principal photography is underway on New Line Cinema’s comedy “Life of the Party,” starring award-winning actor Melissa McCarthy under the direction of Ben Falcone. McCarthy and Falcone co-wrote the screenplay and will produce through their production company On the Day Productions.

When her husband suddenly dumps her, longtime dedicated housewife Deanna (McCarthy) turns regret into re-set by going back to college…landing in the same class and school as her daughter, who’s not entirely sold on the idea. Plunging headlong into the campus experience, the increasingly outspoken Deanna—now Dee Rock—embraces freedom, fun and frat boys on her own terms, finding her true self in a senior year no one ever expected.

Alongside McCarthy, the film also stars Gillian Jacobs (“Don’t Think Twice,” Netflix’s “Love,” TV’s “Community”), Maya Rudolph (“Bridesmaids,” “Sisters”), Julie Bowen (ABC’s “Modern Family”), Molly Gordon (“Love the Coopers,” TNT’s “Animal Kingdom”), Matt Walsh (HBO’s “Veep,” “Ghostbusters”), with Stephen Root (“Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates”), and Oscar nominee Jacki Weaver (“Silver Linings Playbook,” “Animal Kingdom”), Jessie Ennis (AMC’s “Better Call Saul”), Adria Arjona (HBO’s “True Detective,” NBC’s upcoming “Emerald City”), Debby Ryan (Disney Channel’s “Jessie”) and Jimmy O. Yang (HBO’s “Silicon Valley”).

Along with McCarthy and Falcone, Chris Henchy is producing the film, with David Siegel serving as executive producer.

Falcone’s behind-the-scenes creative team includes director of photography Julio Macat (“The Boss,” “Horrible Bosses 2,” “Daddy’s Home”); production designer Rusty Smith (“The Boss”); editor Brian Scott Olds (“Central Intelligence”); and costume designer Kari Perkins (“Boyhood,” “Mud”).

Filming on location in Atlanta, Georgia, the film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

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I Reads You Review: KARNAK #1

KARNAK No. 1
MARVEL COMICS – @Marvel

[This review was originally posted on Patreon.]

WRITER: Warren Ellis
ART: Gerardo Zaffino
COLORS: Dan Brown
LETTERS: VC's Clayton Cowles
COVER: David Aja
VARIANT COVERS:  Gerardo Zaffino; Jim Cheung with Justin Ponsor; Skottie Young; Eric Powell (Monster variant) Kaare Andrews (Hop Hop variant)
28pp, Color, $3.99 U.S. (December 2015)

Rated T+

Karnak created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby

“The Flaw in All Things” Part 1

Karnak is a Marvel Comics character that is part of the super-human race known as the Inhumans.  Karnak was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby and debuted in Fantastic Four #45 (cover dated: December 1965), the same issue in which the Inhumans first appeared.

Unlike most Inhumans, Karnak was not exposed to the Terrigen Mists.  Because he did not undergo Terrigenesis, he did not develop additional powers like other Inhumans.  A martial artist, Karnak can find the weakness or the flaw in anything (people, ideas, objects, philosophies, structures, and systems).  Using his training and strength, Karnak exploits his talents and can turn a weakness into a weapon.

Marvel Comics is apparently expanding the profile of the Inhumans even more, and that includes launching Inhuman solo titles.  The first one is Karnak, which is written by Warren Ellis; drawn by Gerardo Zaffino; colored by Dan Brown; and lettered by Clayton Cowles.  [Of note:  due to unforeseen circumstances, the art team will change in future issues.]

Karnak #1 (“The Flaw in All Things” Part 1) finds Magister Karnak doing his thing at the Tower of Wisdom.  His thing is interrupted when S.H.I.E.L.D. and Agent Coulson come calling for his help and whisk him off to a S.H.I.E.L.D. base in the Arctic.

It seems that William and Sarah Roderick have lost their son, Adam.  He recently underwent Terrigenesis and afterwards, was abducted.  The culprit seems to be I.D.I.C. (International Data Integration and Control), an old splinter group of A.I.M. (Advanced Idea Mechanics), thought to be defunct. Now, Karnak, the baddest philosopher since I-don't-know-who, will find Adam and I.D.I.C.

Karnak is another intriguing series from the mind of Warren Ellis, one of most the imaginative and inventive writers of North American and British comic books.  When I first heard that there was going to be a Karnak comic book, I was all like “Puh-lease!”  However, once I learned that Ellis would be the writer, I was intrigued.

I read Ellis' Karnak as an amalgamation of a fixer, special operative, troubleshooter, and martial artist.  He is the Inhuman blunt instrument, called in when no one can get the job done.  I wonder if Karnak will be a pop comic, full of kick-ass and action swag, while offering up something new in terms of ideas, plots, and settings.

Surprisingly, I am as impressed with the art of Gerardo Zaffino and Dan Brown as I am with Ellis' story-script-concept.  Zaffino's compositions are representational in a moody and impressionistic way, but the art makes for kinetic storytelling – as if the narrative is always urging forward.  The colors are alluring; they are like candy, and I think Brown's hues were the elements that kept drawing me deeper into this first issue.

I heartily recommend Karnak.  Readers looking for the really different in the All-New, All-Different Marvel will want to buy this first issue, even if it means mail order or digital.

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Reviewed by Leroy Douresseaux a.k.a. "I Reads You"


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"Me Before You" is a Worldwide Box Office Hit

“Me Before You” Crosses $200 Million at the Global Box Office

BURBANK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--New Line Cinema’s and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures’ romantic drama “Me Before You” crossed a major milestone over the weekend, reaching the $200 million mark worldwide and wrapping up a hot summer season at the box office for the film’s distributor, Warner Bros. Pictures. The announcement was made today by Veronika Kwan Vandenberg, President, Worldwide Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

    “We couldn't be more thrilled that the film Thea and her stellar team delivered accomplished the rare feat of being embraced by audiences all over the globe.”

With an outstanding opening in Italy this weekend of over $2.5 million on 413 screens, the film, based on Jojo Moyes’ bestselling book of the same name, was a dominant #1 in that market. “Me Before You” began its successful run in June, opposite the EURO 2016 soccer championships, and has shown longevity through the summer months; top international markets include Germany ($20.1 million), Brazil ($17.1 million), the UK ($13.7 million), Mexico ($11.6 million) and Australia ($9.1 million). It is also the year’s #1 grossing film in Norway, with $5.4 million. Italy’s impressive numbers put the total international box office at $144.4 million and counting which, when combined with a domestic total of $56.3 million, puts “Me Before You” above $200 million globally.

In making the announcement, Kwan Vandenberg stated, “Congratulations to our partners at MGM and New Line, as well as director Thea Sharrock and her entire cast and crew, for this big win. We are delighted with the film’s success and its continued momentum.”

“We have believed in the power this film could have from the day we first read Jojo Moyes’ incredible novel and began putting together the project,” added Jonathan Glickman, MGM’s President, Motion Picture Group. “We couldn't be more thrilled that the film Thea and her stellar team delivered accomplished the rare feat of being embraced by audiences all over the globe.”

Oftentimes you find love where you least expect it. Sometimes it takes you where you never expected to go…Based on the critically acclaimed, bestselling novel by Jojo Moyes, New Line Cinema’s and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures’ “Me Before You” stars Emilia Clarke (“Game of Thrones”) and Sam Claflin (“The Hunger Games” movies), under the direction of renowned theatre director Thea Sharrock, in her feature film directorial debut.

When Louisa Clark—Lou, as she’s known—unexpectedly loses her waitressing job she must scramble to replace the income that her tight-knit family depends upon. Desperation drives her to take a job as a caregiver to Will Traynor, a man who used to be a wealthy banker with an adventurous soul, living life to the very fullest, but for whom those days are in the past. After a tragic accident, Will lost the desire to live and now keeps everyone at a distance with his caustic, overbearing attitude. But unlike his family, Lou refuses to tiptoe around him or cater to his moods. In fact, her sparkling personality and easy nature are hard for even Will to ignore, and soon enough each becomes exactly what the other needs. The film also stars Oscar nominee Janet McTeer (“Albert Nobbs,” “Tumbleweeds”), Charles Dance, Brendan Coyle, Stephen Peacocke, Matthew Lewis, Jenna Coleman, Samantha Spiro, Vanessa Kirby and Ben Lloyd-Hughes.

Sharrock directed from a screenplay by Jojo Moyes, based on her book. The film was produced by Karen Rosenfelt and Alison Owen, and executive produced by Sue Baden-Powell. The behind-the-scenes creative team included Oscar-nominated director of photography Remi Adefarasin (“Elizabeth”), production designer Andrew McAlpine, editor John Wilson and costume designer Jill Taylor. The music is by composer Craig Armstrong.

“Me Before You” is a presentation of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures, and is distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment company, and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures.

www.mebeforeyoumovie.com


About Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer is a leading entertainment company focused on the production and global distribution of film and television content across all platforms. The company owns one of the world’s deepest libraries of premium film and television content. In addition, MGM has investments in domestic and international television channels. For more information, visit www.mgm.com.

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Dark Horse Comics Celebrates Two Wins at 2016 Harvey Awards

DARK HORSE TAKES HOME TWO HARVEY AWARDS

Two Brothers and Usagi Yojimbo Chosen as Industry Favorites

MILWAUKIE, Ore.—This past Saturday, Dark Horse Comics, the premier independent publisher in the industry, took home two awards at the 2016 Harvey Awards ceremony. Gabriel Bá and Fábio Moon’s Two Brothers shared a win for Best American Edition of Foreign Material. Stan Sakai of Usagi Yojimbo fame was named Best Cartoonist.

The Harvey is one of the comic book industry’s oldest and most respected awards. Held annually at Baltimore Comic-Con, the Harvey Awards recognize outstanding achievements in more than twenty categories. The Harvey Awards are the only industry awards that are both nominated and selected by the full body of comic book professionals.

Below is more information on Dark Horse’s winners:

Best American Edition of Foreign Material (Shared Win): Two Brothers, Gabriel Bá and Fábio Moon

Summary of Two Brothers:

Twin brothers Omar and Yaqub may share the same features, but they could not be more different from one another. After a brutally violent exchange between the young boys, Yaqub is sent from his home in Brazil to live with relatives in Lebanon, only to return five years later as a virtual stranger to the parents who bore him, his tensions with Omar unchanged. Family secrets engage the reader in this profoundly resonant story about identity, love, loss, deception, and the dissolution of blood ties.

Praise for Two Brothers:

"Two Brothers is one the best graphic novels of 2015 and deserves a space on the shelf of every serious fan of the medium."—Comic Book Resources

Best Cartoonist: Stan Sakai, Usagi Yojimbo

Stan Sakai began his career by simply lettering comic books as he perfected his art and began working in the industry. He also wrote and illustrated The Adventures of Nilson Groundthumper and Hermy; a comic series with a medieval setting, influenced by Sergio Aragones's Groo the Wanderer. The characters first appeared in Albedo #1 in 1984, and were subsequently featured in issues of Critters, GrimJack, Amazing Heroes and Furrlough. Stan Sakai became famous with the creation of Usagi Yojimbo, the epic saga of Miyamoto Usagi, a samurai rabbit living in late-sixteenth and early-seventeenth-century Japan.

Praise for Usagi Yojimbo:

“One of the most original, innovative, well-executed comic books anywhere to be found.”—Stan Lee

Congratulations to all the talent honored at the 2016 Harvey Awards.


About Dark Horse Comics
For thirty years, Dark Horse Comics has proven to be a solid example of how integrity and innovation can help broaden a unique storytelling medium and establish a small, homegrown company as an industry giant. Founded in 1986 by Mike Richardson, the company is known for the progressive and creator-friendly atmosphere it provides for writers and artists. In addition to publishing comics from top talent, such as Eric Powell, Mike Mignola, Geof Darrow, Brian Wood, Gail Simone, Stan Sakai, and Guillermo del Toro, and comics legends, such as Will Eisner, Milo Manara, Kazuo Koike, Neil Gaiman, and Frank Miller, Dark Horse has developed its own successful properties, such as The Mask, Ghost, X, and Barb Wire. Its successful line of comics, manga, and products based on popular properties includes Dragon Age, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Aliens, Conan, Tomb Raider, Halo, The Witcher, Serenity, Game of Thrones, and Avatar: The Last Airbender. Today Dark Horse Comics is the largest independent comic book publisher in the US and is recognized as one of the world’s leading entertainment publishers.

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Dark Horse Comics Announces its Rose City Comic-Con 2016 Schedule

Dark Horse Announces Rose City Comic-Con 2016 Programming Schedule

MILWAUKIE, Ore.,— It's here! Visit Dark Horse Comics in Portland, Oregon for RCCC and get free swag, including comics, buttons and posters, plus meet our talented creators and more! Check out our signings and panels too!

DARK HORSE COMICS | ROSE CITY COMIC-CON 2016 | BOOTH #1011

SIGNING SCHEDULE

All creators signing in our booth offer their autographs for FREE. FREE prints, comics, or posters are provided for signings (while supplies last). You may purchase or bring items to be signed. Please note that some of the titles listed below have not been released for sale yet—in those cases, special prints will be available.

Lines may also be closed for some signings due to crowding or time restrictions.

All events are subject to change. Some restrictions apply. Please ask the Dark Horse Comics staff if you have questions.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2016

11:00 a.m.–11:50 a.m.  USAGI YOJIMBO: Stan Sakai
                                     JOE GOLEM, ALIENS: FIRE AND STONE: Patric Reynolds

12:00 p.m.–12:50 p.m.  COLDER, THE WITCHER, MYSTERY GIRL, PLANTS VS. ZOMBIES: Paul Tobin
                                      BANDETTE: Paul Tobin, Colleen Coover

1:00 p.m.–1:50 p.m.  ETHER, MIND MGMT, PAST AWAYS: Matt Kindt
                                  DEPT. H: Matt Kindt, Sharlene Kindt
                                  WONDERFALL, LEAVING MEGALOPOLIS, TOMB RAIDER: Gail Simone

2:00 p.m.–2:50 p.m.  HELLBOY, B.P.R.D., BALTIMORE, LOBSTER JOHNSON: Mike Mignola
                                  SERENITY, HELLBOY AND THE B.P.R.D.: Chris Roberson

3:00 p.m.–3:50 p.m.  HOW TO TALK TO GIRLS AT PARTIES, TWO BROTHERS: Gabriel Bá, Fábio Moon
                                  THE FIFTH BEATLE: Vivek Tiwary

4:00 p.m.–4:50 p.m.  HARROW COUNTY, CONAN THE SLAYER: Cullen Bunn
                                  HARROW COUNTY, B.P.R.D. HELL ON EARTH, WITCHFINDER: Tyler Crook
                                  THE SHAOLIN COWBOY, THE BIG GUY AND RUSTY THE BOY ROBOT: Geof Darrow

5:00 p.m.–5:50 p.m.  MISFITS OF AVALON, BUFFY: THE HIGH SCHOOL YEARS: Kel McDonald
                                  GUN THEORY: Daniel Way

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2016

10:10 a.m.–11:50 a.m.  GRENDEL VS. THE SHADOW: Matt Wagner, Brennan Wagner
                                      TARZAN ON THE PLANET OF THE APES, NUMBER 13: David Walker

12:00 p.m.–12:50 p.m.  KINGSWAY WEST: Greg Pak
                                      COLDER, THE WITCHER, MYSTERY GIRL, PLANTS VS. ZOMBIES: Paul Tobin
                                      PLANTS VS. ZOMBIES: Paul Tobin, Ron Chan

1:00 p.m.–1:50 p.m. THE GOON, CHIMICHANGA: Eric Powell

2:00 p.m.–2:50 p.m. DEAR CREATURE, THE NEW DEAL, GREEN RIVER KILLER: Jonathan Case

3:00 p.m.–3:50 p.m. TREKKER: Ron Randall

DARK HORSE PANEL SCHEDULE

Please join us at the panels below, brought to you by Dark Horse Comics and friends! Please visit http://rosecitycomiccon.com/programming/ for more panels featuring Dark Horse creators, as well as guidelines for attending panels.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2016

10:30 a.m.–11:20 a.m.   Editing Comics: Where the Magic Happens (Panel Room 4)

With the shifting landscape of comics today, this is your invaluable guide to breaking into the industry and working with a powerhouse publisher. Join Dark Horse editors Katii O’Brien, Cardner Clark, and Shantel LaRocque for a rare behind-the-scenes look at the secrets of building successful comic and graphic novel programs.

1:30 p.m.–2:20 p.m.    Power Up! The Art of Video Games (Panel Room 4)

With Dark Horse, video game franchises found a foothold in comics. With a line of video game–related comics and deluxe art books, including the best-selling World of Warcraft Chronicle, the publisher now works with the biggest studios and brands in the business. Join Dark Horse editors Ian Tucker, Rachel Roberts, and Cardner Clark for a discussion on video game art and stories for Tomb Raider, ReCore, and more!

5:30 p.m.–6:20 p.m.     30th Anniversary of Dark Horse Comics (Panel Room 4)

Thirty years ago, Dark Horse arrived with an agenda different from that of any other publisher in comics. The young company was founded on the belief that comics creators should have the option to retain the rights to their own work, and it continues to be a highly fertile breeding ground for new characters, concepts, and more! Join Dark Horse masters of the craft Mike Mignola (Hellboy), Eric Powell (The Goon), Cullen Bunn (Harrow County), Chris Roberson (Witchfinder: City of the Dead), and Gail Simone (Wonderfall) for an exclusive look at upcoming creator-owned work from some of the biggest names in and outside the industry. Moderated by Vivek Tiwary, creator of the award-winning graphic novel The Fifth Beatle.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2016

10:30 a.m.–11:20 a.m.    Kidz Comix Reading List: Back 2 School! (Panel Room 4)

Comics are a great way to get kids interested in art, reading, and storytelling—and, well, they’re fun! Join Dark Horse editor Shantel LaRocque and comics creators Matt Kindt and Brian Hurtt (Poppy! and the Lost Lagoon), Eric Powell (Chimichanga), Stan Sakai (Usagi Yojimbo), and Kel McDonald (Misfits of Avalon) to discover and discuss the ever-growing library of incredible all-ages comics!

12:30 p.m.–1:20 p.m.    Artists Who Write: On the Craft and Creation of Comics (Panel Room 4)

Whether it’s an underwater murder mystery or a retelling of past histories, there’s a lot of thought put into the sequential art that drives stories told in comics. Join some of the industry’s best artists—Matt Kindt (Dept. H, Ether), Gabriel Bá and Fábio Moon (Two Brothers), Kel McDonald (Buffy: The High School Years), Jonathan Case (Dear Creature), and Michael Avon Oeming (Aleister & Adolf)—as they discuss turning an idea into a full-fledged story and how they continue to keep their writing fresh.    

3:30 p.m.–4:20 p.m.   Dark Horse Manga (Panel Room 4)

Dark Horse’s history with Japanese comics can be traced back to the company’s earliest years, with a legacy that includes such legendary series as Lone Wolf & Cub, Berserk, and many more! Now Dark Horse continues to publish some of the industry’s best-selling titles, like Unofficial Hatsune Mix, I Am a Hero, Danganronpa, and the works of the creative powerhouse CLAMP. Join Dark Horse editors Carl Horn and Jemiah Jefferson and translator Zack Davisson for a look at the past, present, and future of manga at Dark Horse!
Dark Horse Creators' Panels

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2016:

11:30 a.m. –12:20 p.m.  A Spotlight on Gail Simone (Panel Room 8)

Award winning creator with such titles under her belt such as Secret Six, Wonder Woman, Batgirl, Birds of Prey, Action Comics, and so many more, Gail has proven to be an unstoppable force in comics.

12:00 p.m. - 12:50 p.m.  A Spotlight on Mike Mignola (Panel Room 3)

Creator (and killer) of Hellboy, Mike has been a staple of the comic world for decades. Come pick his brain about anything from creating one of the most iconic characters in modern comics to how he write and draws.

12:30 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. A Spotlight on Eric Powell (Panel Room 8)

The Goon has a cult hit since it’s release, and multiple Eisner winner Eric Powell isn’t slowing down. Come pick the brain of this monster expert to see what’s cooking up next.

1:00 p.m.–1:50 p.m.  Drawn Together: Art & the Artist (Panel Room 7)

This will be an intimate discussion of creating art for comics with two artists currently working for local publishers. Hear from Patric Reynolds, artist on Dark Horse's Aliens comic as well as another working artist.

2:30 p.m.-3:20 p.m.  A Spotlight on Stan Sakai (Panel Room 8)

For 32 years and over 150 issues, Stan has been crafting the unique world of Usagi Yojimbo. What goes into a life’s work? Here’s your chance to find out while he does live demonstrations of his art.

4:30 p.m.-5:20 p.m.  THE FIFTH BEATLE: EXCLUSIVE TV PILOT READING (Panel Room 6)

A reading of scenes from "The Fifth Beatle" TV pilot script, adapted from the award-winning graphic novel based on the life of Beatles manager Brian Epstein, and shooting in 2017. This will be followed by a discussion of the process of adaptation, using the selected readings to highlight and explore how the TV series will be both similar and different to the hit graphic novel. Additionally, exclusive new Kyle Baker art  from the The Fifth Beatle: Expanded Edition graphic novel (Dark Horse / in stores Oct 5) will be revealed.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2016:

10:30 a.m.-11:20 a.m.  A Spotlight On Cullen Bunn (Panel Room 8)

Whether it’s Sixth Gun, Deadpool, or Uncanny X-Men, Cullen brings the hurt. Join one of the most prolific writers in comics as he breaks down how he does it.

2:30 p.m.-3:20 p.m.  A Spotlight on Gabriel Bá and Fábio Moon (Panel Room 8)

We’ve seen siblings in comics before, but these artist twins have taken their success and art to another level. With titles such as Casanova, Daytripper, Umbrella Academy, and more under their belt, a lot can be learned here about collaboration and technique.

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VIZ Media Announces Digital Manga Deals on Classic Shojo Manga

VIZ MEDIA DETAILS AN EXCITING SEPTEMBER DIGITAL MANGA AND WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP UPDATE

Catch A Special Shojo Beat Manga Promotion As Well As The Latest Addition To The WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP Lineup, THE PROMISED NEVERLAND

VIZ Media opens September with a fresh digital manga update highlighted by the latest entry in the WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP lineup as well as new additions to scores of other popular continuing titles.

Shojo and classic manga fans won’t want to miss September’s special digital sale. The Classic Shojo Beat Fantasy Sale covers entire series runs for timeless shojo fantasy titles and takes place each week throughout the month. Check in each week for the latest shojo series featured in the September sale.

WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP readers can look forward to Jump Start series, THE PROMISED NEVERLAND, officially joining the magazine’s lineup this month. WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP is the world’s premier manga brand and leading international weekly manga magazine. The first three chapters of THE PROMISED NEVERLAND will also be available on the WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP website’s free section along with the continued serialization of ASTRA LOST IN SPACE, a new science fiction survival epic from Kenta Shinohara, the creator of Sket Dance! Other series currently available in WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP’s free section include THE EMPEROR AND I, HAIKYU!!, ONE-PUNCH MAN, NARUTO: CHIBI SASUKE’S SHARINGAN LEGEND and more!

In THE PROMISED NEVERLAND, life at Grace Field House has been good for Emma and her fellow orphans. While the daily studying and exams they have to take are tough, their loving caretaker provides them with delicious foods and plenty of playtime. But perhaps not everything is as it seems.

Classic Shojo Beat Fantasy Manga Promotion

VIZ Media celebrates classic shojo fantasy manga series throughout September! Specially curated digital sales will discount every available volume of a featured series to $4.99 each and will be available across all digital platforms for a limited time.

CERES: THE CELESTIAL LEGEND · Digital Sale Available Sept. 6th–12th
·         Vols. 1-14

Check VIZ.com each week throughout the rest of the month for additional shojo fantasy manga titles to be featured in this month’s digital sale!

New September 2016 Digital Manga:

Digital manga updates for September include new volumes for 14 continuing VIZ Media series. Notable new releases this month include not-to-be-missed volumes for GOODNIGHT PUNPUN (Vol. 3), HAIKYU!! (Vol. 3), and NISEKOI (Vol. 17). New shojo manga additions include BLOODY MARY (Vol. 4), EVERYONE’S GETTING MARRIED (Vol. 2), IDOL DREAMS (Vol. 3), KIMI NI TODOKE (Vol. 25) and SKIP BEAT! (Vol. 37). Several notable titles also reach their exciting respective series conclusions this month including KOMOMO CONFISERIE (Vol. 5) and YU-GI-OH! ZEXAL (Vol. 9).

The free VIZ Manga App continues to be the top application for reading digital manga and features a massive library of the most popular series in the world. Through the innovative VIZ Manga digital platform registered users are able to use one account to view their purchased manga across more devices than ever. New series and volumes are added every Tuesday. Fans can also find these titles and more for the NOOK, Kindle Fire, and Kobo eReaders, as well as in the ComiXology, iBooks and Google Play Stores.

Most manga volumes are available for purchase and download in the U.S. and Canada within the VIZ Manga application starting from only $4.99 (U.S. / CAN) each. Readers can also explore free Chapter 1 previews of most series. For more information, please visit VIZ.com.

To learn more about VIZ Manga, please visit www.vizmanga.com.

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