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FANDOM’S BACK IN SAN DIEGO FOR COMIC-CON 2022 WITH ITS ANNUAL PARTY ON JULY 21
Fandom’s Fifth Annual Party Presented in Partnership with Paramount+ and Z2 Comics
Celebrities, Industry VIPs and Fans Gather at Hard Rock Hotel’s Float Featuring a Performance by a Surprise Musical Guest, Experiential Activations, Entertainment-Inspired Installations And More!
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – June 30, 2022 – Fandom, the world’s largest fan platform, is back in San Diego for Comic-Con to host one of the most sought-after events, partnering with premium streaming service Paramount+ and the graphic novel and collectibles publisher Z2 Comics. After a three-year hiatus, the immersive event will be held at Float at the Hard Rock Hotel on July 21 from 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m . Guests can dive into some of pop culture’s most popular franchises, including Halo, Beavis and Butt-Head, and the Star Trek universe, in a fun and immersive way that only Fandom can provide, including themed activations, interactive photo booths and an entertainment-inspired menu.
“There is no better place to come together and celebrate your fandoms than San Diego Comic-Con and we’re excited to finally bring back this immersive experience,” said Perkins Miller, CEO of Fandom. “Being back together in person with fans, creators and partners is a true fan homecoming.”
“Z2 is where culture and comics meet, so who better to partner with at the 2022 San Diego Comic-Con but the incredible teams at Fandom and Paramount+,” said Josh Bernstein, CBO of Z2. “Excited for everyone to see what we have in store!”
From custom collectible items to interactive photo booths to a Halo themed bar, everything at the Fandom party is created “For the Love of Fans” including:
● Say so long to standard wristbands – fans who attend the party will receive a custom collectable event lanyard and Pinfinity pin, which will provide an exclusive
augmented reality experience for attendees that they can continue to relive throughout the year.
● Guests can dive into their favorite Paramount+ series in the Fandom & Paramount+ interactive photo booth. Not only can attendees share these photos on social media, but they’ll also be streamed on the party’s giant LED screen in a digital mosaic celebrating the love of fans.
● Attention all fans (but especially Halo Fans!) – quench your thirst at our Halo themed bar complete with drinks inspired by Halo, streaming exclusively on Paramount+.
The Fandom Party welcomes fans, celebrities, press, and industry influencers. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. For more information and details, please email fandomrsvp@bhimpact.com
About Fandom
Fandom is the world’s largest fan platform where fans immerse themselves in imagined worlds across entertainment and gaming. Reaching more than 300 million unique visitors per month and hosting more than 250,000 wikis, Fandom.com is the #1 source for in-depth information on pop culture, gaming, TV and film, where fans learn about and celebrate their favorite fandoms. Fandom’s Gaming division manages the online video game retailer Fanatical. Fandom Productions, the content arm of Fandom, enhances the fan experience through curated editorial coverage and branded content, its Emmy-nominated Honest Trailers and the weekly video news program The Loop. For more information follow @getfandom or visit: www.fandom.com.
About Paramount+
Paramount+ combines live sports, breaking news and a mountain of entertainment. The premium streaming service features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including BET, CBS, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures and the Smithsonian Channel. The service is also the streaming home to unmatched sports programming, including every CBS Sports event, from golf to football to basketball and more, plus exclusive streaming rights for major sports properties, including some of the world’s biggest and most popular soccer leagues. Paramount+ also enables subscribers to stream local CBS stations live across the U.S. in addition to the ability to stream other live channels: The CBS News Streaming Network, CBS Sports HQ for sports news and analysis and ET Live for entertainment coverage.
For more information about Paramount+, please visit www.paramountplus.com and follow @ParamountPlus on social platforms.
About Z2 Comics
Recently dubbed the “Hottest brand in music” by Forbes, Z2 Comics has quickly become the premier destination for authentic graphic novels and collectibles, created in partnership with top-tier artists, musicians and pop-culture icons. Distributed globally via Simon & Schuster, Z2 has produced 50-plus unique graphic novel properties, collaborating with Gorillaz , Blondie, Elvis Presley, Balmain, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, Jason Derulo, The Grateful Dead, Machine Gun Kelly, Sublime, Beethoven, RZA, Mötley Crüe, Vince Staples, Cheech & Chong, The Doors, Anthrax, Public Enemy, Ronnie James Dio, King
Diamond, All Time Low, Ivan Moody, Yungblud, Cypress Hill, Babymetal, Major Lazer, RZA, Alter Bridge, Sturgill Simpson, Poppy, John Lee Hooker, and Charlie “Bird” Parker. Learn more at Z2comics.com, and follow us on Instagram (@z2comics) and Twitter (@z2comics).
About Pinfinity
Pinfinity is evolving the world of collecting by combining augmented reality experiences with their high-quality patented pins for fans of entertainment franchises. Pinfinity partners with major studios, game companies, comics publishers, and personalities to develop licensed and exclusive drops. Pinfinity+ is their bi-monthly membership that delivers limited edition items and perks throughout the year, including their highly popular Magic: The Gathering program. For more information and to sign up for a Pinfinity+ membership, please visit http://pins.ar
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FANDOM’S BACK IN SAN DIEGO FOR COMIC-CON 2022 WITH ITS ANNUAL PARTY ON JULY 21
Fandom’s Fifth Annual Party Presented in Partnership with Paramount+ and Z2 Comics
Celebrities, Industry VIPs and Fans Gather at Hard Rock Hotel’s Float Featuring a Performance by a Surprise Musical Guest, Experiential Activations, Entertainment-Inspired Installations And More!
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – June 30, 2022 – Fandom, the world’s largest fan platform, is back in San Diego for Comic-Con to host one of the most sought-after events, partnering with premium streaming service Paramount+ and the graphic novel and collectibles publisher Z2 Comics. After a three-year hiatus, the immersive event will be held at Float at the Hard Rock Hotel on July 21 from 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m . Guests can dive into some of pop culture’s most popular franchises, including Halo, Beavis and Butt-Head, and the Star Trek universe, in a fun and immersive way that only Fandom can provide, including themed activations, interactive photo booths and an entertainment-inspired menu.
“There is no better place to come together and celebrate your fandoms than San Diego Comic-Con and we’re excited to finally bring back this immersive experience,” said Perkins Miller, CEO of Fandom. “Being back together in person with fans, creators and partners is a true fan homecoming.”
“Z2 is where culture and comics meet, so who better to partner with at the 2022 San Diego Comic-Con but the incredible teams at Fandom and Paramount+,” said Josh Bernstein, CBO of Z2. “Excited for everyone to see what we have in store!”
From custom collectible items to interactive photo booths to a Halo themed bar, everything at the Fandom party is created “For the Love of Fans” including:
● Say so long to standard wristbands – fans who attend the party will receive a custom collectable event lanyard and Pinfinity pin, which will provide an exclusive
augmented reality experience for attendees that they can continue to relive throughout the year.
● Guests can dive into their favorite Paramount+ series in the Fandom & Paramount+ interactive photo booth. Not only can attendees share these photos on social media, but they’ll also be streamed on the party’s giant LED screen in a digital mosaic celebrating the love of fans.
● Attention all fans (but especially Halo Fans!) – quench your thirst at our Halo themed bar complete with drinks inspired by Halo, streaming exclusively on Paramount+.
The Fandom Party welcomes fans, celebrities, press, and industry influencers. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. For more information and details, please email fandomrsvp@bhimpact.com
About Fandom
Fandom is the world’s largest fan platform where fans immerse themselves in imagined worlds across entertainment and gaming. Reaching more than 300 million unique visitors per month and hosting more than 250,000 wikis, Fandom.com is the #1 source for in-depth information on pop culture, gaming, TV and film, where fans learn about and celebrate their favorite fandoms. Fandom’s Gaming division manages the online video game retailer Fanatical. Fandom Productions, the content arm of Fandom, enhances the fan experience through curated editorial coverage and branded content, its Emmy-nominated Honest Trailers and the weekly video news program The Loop. For more information follow @getfandom or visit: www.fandom.com.
About Paramount+
Paramount+ combines live sports, breaking news and a mountain of entertainment. The premium streaming service features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including BET, CBS, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures and the Smithsonian Channel. The service is also the streaming home to unmatched sports programming, including every CBS Sports event, from golf to football to basketball and more, plus exclusive streaming rights for major sports properties, including some of the world’s biggest and most popular soccer leagues. Paramount+ also enables subscribers to stream local CBS stations live across the U.S. in addition to the ability to stream other live channels: The CBS News Streaming Network, CBS Sports HQ for sports news and analysis and ET Live for entertainment coverage.
For more information about Paramount+, please visit www.paramountplus.com and follow @ParamountPlus on social platforms.
About Z2 Comics
Recently dubbed the “Hottest brand in music” by Forbes, Z2 Comics has quickly become the premier destination for authentic graphic novels and collectibles, created in partnership with top-tier artists, musicians and pop-culture icons. Distributed globally via Simon & Schuster, Z2 has produced 50-plus unique graphic novel properties, collaborating with Gorillaz , Blondie, Elvis Presley, Balmain, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, Jason Derulo, The Grateful Dead, Machine Gun Kelly, Sublime, Beethoven, RZA, Mötley Crüe, Vince Staples, Cheech & Chong, The Doors, Anthrax, Public Enemy, Ronnie James Dio, King
Diamond, All Time Low, Ivan Moody, Yungblud, Cypress Hill, Babymetal, Major Lazer, RZA, Alter Bridge, Sturgill Simpson, Poppy, John Lee Hooker, and Charlie “Bird” Parker. Learn more at Z2comics.com, and follow us on Instagram (@z2comics) and Twitter (@z2comics).
About Pinfinity
Pinfinity is evolving the world of collecting by combining augmented reality experiences with their high-quality patented pins for fans of entertainment franchises. Pinfinity partners with major studios, game companies, comics publishers, and personalities to develop licensed and exclusive drops. Pinfinity+ is their bi-monthly membership that delivers limited edition items and perks throughout the year, including their highly popular Magic: The Gathering program. For more information and to sign up for a Pinfinity+ membership, please visit http://pins.ar
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Avatar 2, otherwise known as Avatar: The Way of Water, has been a long time coming. We got our first glimpse at the return to Pandora when the movie’s trailer was released. But the Avatar 2 trailer didn’t reveal too much about the plot of the show. But now, thanks to Empire, we’re meeting one of the movie’s new characters. Ronal, played by Kate Winslet, will be a main player in the upcoming film. And Sigourney Weaver’s character will also play a crucial, yet surprising, role. Here are some new images and plot details about Avatar 2 and its new characters.
Jake and Neytiri’s Avatar 2 Family
— Empire Magazine (@empiremagazine) July 1, 2022
WORLD-EXCLUSIVE ALERT
Meet Sigourney Weaver’s brand new character in #Avatar: The Way Of Water – Jake and Neytiri’s teenage Na’vi daughter, Kiri.
READ MORE: https://t.co/G3B1ZPZ0MV pic.twitter.com/4OiupFplkO
In news we’re still processing, Sigourney Weaver will play Kiri, Jake and Neytiri’s adopted teenage daughter.
Weaver shares, “I think we all pretty much remember what we were feeling as adolescents… I certainly do. I was 5’ 10” or 5’ 11” when I was 11.” She adds, “I felt strongly that Kiri would feel awkward a lot of the time. She’s searching for who she is. I was thrilled to be given that challenge by Jim.”
James Cameron also notes, “As an acting challenge, it’s big… We’re gonna have a 60-something actor playing a character [decades younger than] her actual biological age. Sig thought it was all kinds of fun.” This will be an adventure, to be sure.
But it turns out, Sigourney Weaver’s Kiri is not the only child that Jake and Neytiri have. They actually have a whole bunch.
EXCLUSIVE IMAGE ALERT!
— Empire Magazine (@empiremagazine) July 4, 2022
Meet Jake and Neytiri's brand new Na'vi family in #Avatar: The Way Of Water.
READ MORE: https://t.co/AGBP6eVoXY pic.twitter.com/CRnmS0d9Of
Empire reveals that alongside their adoptive daughter, they also have “three biological Sully kids – Neteyam (Jamie Flatters), Lo’ak (Britain Dalton) and Tuktirey (Trinity Bliss).” As well as a human adopted son named Spider. That’s a pretty big squad.
Cameron shares:
I look around – I don’t want to specifically say the Marvel Universe, or the DC Universe – at current fantasy and science-fiction and all these heroes seem unbound in the mire of relationships, the stuff that pulls you down and clips your wings, that stops you running around and risking your life. I thought, “What if I take these incredible characters of Jake and Neytiri and give them a family?’ That gives them feet of clay right there.”
Star Sam Worthington also mentions that this will reveal a whole new aspect of Jake and that deciding what he should teach his children is a crucial part of the movie.
Kate Winslet’s Ronal
“She is strong. A warrior,” Winslet tells Empire of her #Avatar character. “Even in the face of grave danger, and with an unborn baby on board, she still fights for what she holds most dear. Her family and their home.”
— Empire Magazine (@empiremagazine) June 30, 2022
READ MORE: https://t.co/ZfvLA7ywH9
Empire also reveals more about another character from the film. “Along with Cliff Curtis’ Tonowari, Kate Winslet’s Ronal leads the Metkayina tribe, who dwell in the shallows of Pandora’s vast oceans.” And Winslet further shares with the publication, “She is deeply loyal and a fearless leader…She is strong. A warrior. Even in the face of grave danger, and with an unborn baby on board, she still joins her people and fights for what she holds most dear. Her family and their home.”
It seems that when Jake and Neytiri, played by Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldaña, encounter difficulty they “flee to the Metkayina’s waterworld.” But things don’t seem like they’ll go very smoothly for them. And perhaps they may even come into conflict with Ronal and Tonowari. We’ll have to wait and see what happens.
Dive deep into Empire’s #Avatar: The Way Of Water issue when it goes on sale from Thursday 7 July.
— Empire Magazine (@empiremagazine) June 30, 2022
Pre-order a copy via the link below, and keep an eye out for more big blue world exclusives over the next few days…https://t.co/0ZRSWO8O8z pic.twitter.com/aVVeHv7tDI
For Kate Winslet, joining Avatar: The Way of Water meant a Titanic reunion with James Cameron… And the ocean.
Other Avatar 2: The Way of Water Images
In addition to all the new characters, we also catch a glimpse of some that are returning for the Avatar sequel.
This includes Stephen Lang’s Miles Quaritch, who returns in Na’vi form.
EXCLUSIVE IMAGE ALERT
— Empire Magazine (@empiremagazine) July 3, 2022
In #Avatar: The Way Of Water, Stephen Lang's Quaritch is 'bigger, bluer, and pissed off,' he tells Empire.
READ MORE: https://t.co/78ox7vum2W pic.twitter.com/gYpz3jwZqr
And, of course, Jake and Neytiri.
EXCLUSIVE IMAGE ALERT
— Empire Magazine (@empiremagazine) July 2, 2022
James Cameron likens the #Avatar sequel saga to Lord Of The Rings: 'I had to create the frickin' novels to adapt,' he tells Empire.
READ MORE: https://t.co/r82r6so5bg pic.twitter.com/ddkE31CyrE
These first-look images from Avatar 2 have us excited about what’s to come and ready to meet these new characters.
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Shout! Factory has been instrumental in bringing Japanese tokusatsu (or “special effects”) television to the masses. They’ve had many seasons of Power Rangers antecedent Super Sentai over the years, and in 2020 they added the original Kamen Rider and 2000’s Kamen Rider Kuuga to its brand new TokuSHOUTsu streaming channel. Soon thereafter, Shout! teamed with Tsuburaya Productions and Mill Creek to add Ultraman series for streaming. But Shout! still believes in physical media (physical media forever!) and as such, have announced Kamen Rider Kuuga will make its Blu-ray debut, along with the 1990 Sentai series, Chikyuu Sentai Fiveman.
The news comes Saturday evening following a Rider panel at Anime Expo 2022, with the releases a collaboration between Shout! and Japan’s Toei Company. This September will see the physical release of both complete series for the first time in North America. Kuuga will be only the second Rider series to hit Blu-ray in North America. Last year, 2019’s Kamen Rider Zero-One was the first. Kuuga debuted on Japanese television in 2000 and ushered in a 22-year unbroken streak of series following various Masked Riders and their war against evil.
Kuuga begins with group of archaeologists uncovering the tomb of a legendary warrior. They unearth Kuuga’s belt, accidentally releasing an ancient race of monsters called the Grongi, bent on destroying humanity. Enter Yusuke Godai, a modern-day guy-next-door, who learns he is telepathically linked to the mysterious stone belt. With its power, he transforms into the legendary warrior known as Kuuga, humanity’s only defense against the murderous Grongi monsters.
On the other side of things, Fiveman is the fourteenth entry in the 46-year long-running Super Sentai metaseries. Each features a team of heroes (usually five of them) who take on various monsters and aliens and whatnot. Though Shout! had released all of the seasons of Sentai Saban used to create Power Rangers, Fiveman marks only the second pre-Power Rangers season to hit DVD in North America. The first, Fiveman‘s direct follow-up, Chōjin Sentai Jetman, remains a fan favorite.
Twenty years after their planet was attacked by the brutal Zone Empire, the five Hoshikawa children, who escaped and were raised on Earth, must prepare for a brand-new war. This time, though, they’re ready … having developed the powerful Fiveman technology that will help them defend Earth from the same empire that conquered their home world.
Kuuga and Fiveman will each drop in September in seven-disc complete series sets. Fiveman will be direct-to-consumer on September 6 via Shout! Factory’s website, while Kuuga will be available through all retailers on September 20.
For more information, head to Shout! Factory’s site.
Kyle Anderson is the Senior Editor for Nerdist. You can find his film and TV reviews here. Follow him on Instagram and Letterboxd.
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