New Eaglemoss BATMAN AUTOMOBILIA Die-Cast Batmobile Series

Eaglemoss Collections, the UK company that brought us the cool "DC Superhero Figurines", is now coming out with a new collection of Batmobiles! These new cars are die-cast, 1:43 Scale, & come inside a presentation case that has a 3D lenticular backdrop. Also, each car comes with a collectible 12-page magazine that gives the history of the vehicle. The 1st car in the BATMAN AUTOMOBILIA Series will be the Batmobile from the 1989 Batman Movie! Then, they're making the 1966 Batmobile from the Classic TV Show!



Here's a list of the five cars in the 1st wave:

1. 1989 Batman Movie
2. 1966 Batman TV Show
3. 2005 Batman Begins Movie
4. 2009 Comic Book Version
5. 1944 Comics Version

They plan on continuing the collection & those cars, in the 2nd wave, will include: 1992 The Animated Series, 1985 Comic Book Version, 1939 Comics, 1995 Comics, & 2008 The Dark Knight Movie Bat-Pod!

Oh man, these sound really great! Plus, the production photos of the 1st five cars so far look really really good, I'm totally excited!! Now the bad news: I gotta say that these cars will take a little trouble to find in the US. You see, they're made in the UK exclusively for the European Market & will only be made available in the USA through special outlets. One rumor I've heard is that they might be distributed through Diamond Distributors, they supply American Comic Book Stores with product. So, you might check one of those. Another source will be a few online stores that do ship in the US. Once I get that list compiled I will be doing another post here so be sure to stay tuned to the Bat-Blog!

BATMAN NEWS: Bruce Wayne Went To Yale University!!

Batman is on the cover of this month's YALE Alumni Magazine! No, seriously! Some very serious Scholars have done a lot of research and found more than one example of proof that Bruce Wayne, while in his early "Batman training days", had gone to Yale & even got a Diploma! They cite "Detective Comics # 439, page 16" where there's an image of Batman standing in Bruce Wayne's office & it shows a framed YALE Diploma on the wall, ha! They also use the proof from another piece of Bat-Hstory where Batman is looking at a Wayne Family Photo Album & there's a picture of his Grandfather wearing a Yale Football Uniform & there's some comment about 3 generations of the Wayne Family going there. There are also many more fun references that are total proof that "Batman Went To Yale", ha! For the complete story be sure to visit the YALE Alumni Magazine website, just click HERE!



Side Note: Remember that there are different articles to read online, just look for the "March/April 2011" issue.

New GLOBE Tabloid With 1966 BATMAN TV Show On Cover!

Here's a brand new "collectible item" for Bat-Fans who love the old 1966 BATMAN TV Show, Adam West & Burt Ward are on the cover of GLOBE! Yes, this week's GLOBE tabloid newspaper has a cover story about "25 Favorite Celebs: Where Are They Now?". The cool thing is that they actually had something nice to say about them, ha! Plus, they put a small color photo of Batman & Robin on the cover! This is in stores right now so if you want one be sure to act quickly.

BATMAN Wallpaper Backgrounds - Graphic Artwork & Action Figures Photo

Here every week at the Bat-Blog.com we post some unique BATMAN Wallpaper Backgrounds that are fun. We call the event, "Wacky Wallpaper Wednesday", ha! The 1st one is a wonderful graphic sent in by our friend Chris. It's a colored drawing of multiple Batman heads, very cool! His friend, Aaron Florian, created it. You can visit Aaron's website by clicking HERE! ( Sorry, I think you have to be a Tumblr Member to see everything ). The next wallpaper is pretty simple, but still looks great as a background. It's a photo of 2 very cool DC Direct Batman Action Figure Toys. The left one is a "Golden Age 1939" version ( or "Batman's First Appearance ). The right one is a more "Modern Day" version... awesome! I wanna thank Chris for thinking about the Bat-Blog & sending this wonderful artwork. Plus, as always, please let me know which Dark Knight Wallpaper you like the best!

International BATMAN Comic Books - Photo Reference

I was recently surprised by a wonderful email from a Bat-Blog Fan named Marc. He lives in Germany & loves to collect "international Batman Comics". He sent us some photos from his comic book collection & they're a total joy to see. Basically, they're a few issues he has where he shows different variations from different countries. We get to see books in many foreign languages: German, English, French, Spanish, etc... The interesting thing is that sometimes they create whole new artwork for the cover. The "BATMAN: GOTHAM NOIR" Graphic Novel is the perfect example of that. I wanna thank Marc for taking the time to shoot these pics, I appreciate that. If any other Bat-Blog Readers have interesting things about their comic book or toy collections that you would like to share then please do. The main focus of the Bat-Blog is the joys of being a Bat-Fan & Collector.

Video - The Dark Knight Rises: Gary Oldman Interview ( Batman Movie )

Actor Gary Oldman (Commissioner Jim Gordon) chats to Adrian Hieatt from Absolute Radio about the upcoming Batman movie, "The Dark Knight Rises". Gary reveals everything he's allowed to say so far about the top-secret script, how Director Christopher Nolan manages to keep things secret, and working with Tom Hardy ( Bane, the Villain ).

BATMAN Spotted in Okinawa, Japan!!

Here's a totally cool photo from a Bat-Blog Fan named Jerry. Two months ago he went to Okinawa, Japan for vacation and, while there, saw this big Batman Statue in front of a local souvenir shop on Kokusai Street (also called "International Street"). I really love this picture but it also reminds me about the current tragic events in Japan. The Japanese People still need help. So, I gotta ask everyone, if they can, to please donate to the AMERICAN RED CROSS. Thank You. Oh yeah, before I forget, a special thanks also goes out to Jerry for sharing this fun pic, it's GREAT!!

Drew's VINTAGE BATMAN COMIC BOOK LOGO TATTOO Photo

Check out this really really great BATMAN TATTOO ART that features the Golden Age BATMAN Comic Book Logo! I have always loved this old vintage graphic so seeing it as a tattoo is a lot of fun. Plus, the Artist, Bill at the Tattoo Lounge in Los Angeles ( CA. ), did an amazing job on it. A Bat-Blog Fan named Drew sent us this photo, thanks Drew!

Video - Custom Life-Size Batmobile Car From Batman: The Animated Series

Batman: The Animated Series still ranks as one of my all-time favorite Batman cartoons. I mean, I love the new "Brave and the Bold", but nothing will ever beat the old 90's series. One cool thing about that TV show was the Art Deco Style Batmobile. Well, check out the video down below. Here is a Batman Fan, who I think is an Italian, showing his custom-made Batmobile car. Now it's not totally & completely perfect ( like he made it a "one-seater", not two ), but it is extremely nice. After watching the video click HERE to see some wonderful photos of this car.

Frankenstein Plays Bogart in Astounding Patrick Tatopoulos Concept Art

Frankenstein lives and is sporting a Humphrey Bogart trench coat and Twilight hairdo in concept art by veteran artist Patrick Tatopoulos (Underworld, Stargate, Independence Day, I Am Legend) for I, Frankenstein.

I, Frankenstein, based on Kevin Grevioux’s Darkstorm Studios graphic novel, "is a contemporary fantasy thriller in which the original monster of Victor Frankenstein stands between the human race and an uprising of supernatural creatures determined to overthrow the world."
It was announced yesterday that Screenwriter Stuart Beattie (Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl, Collateral, Australia) will taking over the writing and directing of I, Frankenstein.

Last year Lakeshore had announced that Tatopoulos would direct the film and he said “It is a privilege to be given the chance to direct this highly visual piece. Kevin Grevioux has created something truly special with I, Frankenstein and I couldn’t dream of a better team than my friends at Lakeshore to make this project happen.”

Here are some designs he completed in 2009. Click on the images below for the hi-res versions.

The Bride of Frankenstein sports a sexy new set of bandages

The Wolfman always looks both ways before crossing the street

Frankenstein emerges from the birthing chamber

It's a shame he won't be directing anymore. I hope his moody designs will still make it to the big screen.
Shooting is expected to start this fall.

Via comicbookmovie  IESB, ShockTilYouDrop, Bloody-Disgusting AintItCoolNews

GREEN LANTERN's Parallax Revealed in Concept art

Green Lantern (2011) keeps releasing concept art and here's another one of the ending villian "Parallax." It was scanned in from a comic book by Daily Blam.

 
Via cosmicbooknews

SUPERMAN on BATMAN THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD - Wallpaper Backgrounds

YES! BATMAN: THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD IS BACK! The 1st new episode, "The Battle of the Superheroes!", airs TONIGHT, Friday, March 25th, at 6:30 PM on the Cartoon Network. here are a few scenes from the show which I have made into Desktop Wallpaper backgrounds. In this new episode the main guest is SUPERMAN and his friends, Lois Lane and Jimmy Olsen! The Villain Lex Luthor makes an appearance too, ha! Be sure to check out the video clip previews here at the Bat-Blog ( Look for the post below this one ).

Video Clips - SUPERMAN On BATMAN THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD!

Yes! BATMAN: THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD has returned and the 1st new episode, titled “The Battle of the Superheroes!”, will air tonight on Friday, March 25th, on the Cartoon Network! It comes on around 6:30 pm, check your local listings. The Basic Plot: The Man of Steel and the Caped Crusader do battle after Superman is infected with red kryptonite. Batman must find a way to turn Superman back to his old self because he is going to need all the help he can get when Lex Luthor unleashes his latest scheme on Metropolis. Now, the cool thing about this episode is that the Art Direction gives the characters a wonderful "Retro 1950's" look! Plus, it features Superman, Jimmy Olsen, Lois Lane, Lex Luthor, The Bottled City of Kandor, & much more!

BAT-BLOG CONTEST - Win a Copy of the New BATMAN: THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD Season One, Part Two DVD Set!

The Bat-Blog is famous for it's beautiful contest prizes and, thanks to the kindness of Warner Bros' Public Relations Department, we will be giving away a FREE COPY of the latest ( brand-new! ) BATMAN: THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD (Season One, Part Two) 2-Disc DVD Set!! Yes, you might have read our review of this new product right here, but just in case you didn't, it's AWESOME! ( I mean the DVD Set, not the review, ha ha! CLICK HERE! ). Now, you have a chance to win a free copy! Here's the simple rules on how to enter: First, Just email your full name/address with the phrase "NEW BATMAN BRAVE AND THE BOLD DVD SET!" in the title. Second, Please be sure to tell all your friends about the Bat-Blog.Com. It's that easy! The contest is open to all countries & the only thing we ask is that if you already own a copy then please pass this contest to allow someone who doesn't have it to get it, whew! Plus, the CONTEST ENDS on Monday, April 4th, 2011. We will announce the winner the next day here on the BAT-BLOG, April 5th. Our email button is down below, click on it NOW!! Also, here's a link to the DVD REVIEW we did, just CLICK HERE!

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LA JOKEROCONDA - Joker "Mona Lisa" Parody Art By Limone

Here's some wonderful artwork by our friend Limone Corteccia. The title of this piece of art is "LA JOKEROCONDA", which is sort of a play on words. You see, while most Americans know her as the "Mona Lisa", in other countries they call her "La Gioconda". Be sure to click HERE to enjoy more great art, thanks.

Samurai Warriors With Machine Guns featured in SUCKER PUNCH Concept Art

If you've ever wondered what Samurai warriors would look like holding automatic weapons check out the concept art for Sucker Punch.

Zack Snyder's new film Sucker Punch opens in theaters in the U.S. on March 25th, 2011 and one of the concept artists has posted some of his designs for the surreal world in his blog.

The smoky, dirty feel of the film is perfectly captured in these illustrations by Jerad S. Merantz (X-Men Origins: Wolverine). Rick Carter (Avatar, Jurassic Park), the Production Designer, has assembled an amazing team for this film.
Official Synopsis:

Close your eyes. Open your mind. You will be unprepared.

“Sucker Punch” is an epic action fantasy that takes us into the vivid imagination of a young girl whose dream world provides the ultimate escape from her darker reality. Unrestrained by the boundaries of time and place, she is free to go where her mind takes her, and her incredible adventures blur the lines between what’s real and what is imaginary.

She has been locked away against her will, but Babydoll (Emily Browning) has not lost her will to survive. Determined to fight for her freedom, she urges four other young girls—the outspoken Rocket (Jena Malone), the street-smart Blondie (Vanessa Hudgens), the fiercely loyal Amber (Jamie Chung) and the reluctant Sweet Pea (Abbie Cornish)—to band together and try to escape their terrible fate at the hands of their captors, Blue (Oscar Isaac), Madam Gorski (Carla Gugino) and the High Roller (Jon Hamm).

Led by Babydoll, the girls engage in fantastical warfare against everything from samurais to serpents, with a virtual arsenal at their disposal. Together, they must decide what they are willing to sacrifice in order to stay alive. But with the help of a Wise Man (Scott Glenn), their unbelievable journey—if they succeed—will set them free. 

Check out his blog and more of his work at http://jeradsmarantz.blogspot.com/

Find out more about the movie by visiting http://suckerpunchmovie.warnerbros.com/

[Image Source: Jerad S Merantz]

Batman GOTHAM CITY With Bat-Signal Birthday Cake

A Bat-Blog Fan named Jackie sent us this wonderful photo of a Batman Birthday Cake that her, her Husband and Mother created. Jackie's Mom runs a small side-business where she makes birthday cakes for people. One day she got a client who wanted a Batman-themed treat. So, they decided to make one featuring GOTHAM CITY WITH A LARGE BAT-SIGNAL. The completed cake is shown here & it turned out really great! It was for a little boy's 5th birthday & I know he will probably never forget it...it's very VERY cool! ( Thanks to Jackie for sending this fun pic ).

Batman Video - History of the Batmobile Car in Comics, TV, and Movies

Check out this Educational "Batman History" Video created by WATCHMOJO. It covers the evolution of the Batmobile Car in the Comic Books, TV Shows, and Movies.

B is For Batman, Bane, and Batmobile!

For today's "Wacky Wallpaper Wednesday" I thought I would get totally crazy & post some super-wacky backgrounds! The first shows the Villain BANE lifting Batman in the sky ( Is he gonna break his back again? ha! ) & then, if you feel like making your very own Batmobile Car, here are some blueprints. We hope you enjoy these. Also, if anybody makes a Batmobile in their garage, please send us some pics!

Photo - Adam West's Bad BAD Dog!

This photo from Adam West shows what his new dog has been busy doing lately, ha! "Holy Paper Shredder, Batman!"

Video - BATMAN ARKHAM CITY Interview with Game Marketing Manager Dax Ginn

In this short Machinima Interview with Dax Ginn, Marketing Game Manager at Rocksteady, we get a little bit of fresh news about their next video game, Batman: Arkham City.