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LOS ANGELES, CA (July 14, 2022) – BOOM! Studios announced today their panel schedule at Comic-Con International: San Diego 2022 (Booth #2229) from July 20-24th San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, CA. The publisher, home to award-winning imprints BOOM! Studios, BOOM! Box, KaBOOM!, and Archaia, will host an array of panels throughout the convention, featuring exciting guests such as global star Keanu Reeves for the Keanu Reeves’ BRZRKR: The Immortal Saga Continues panel in Hall H, as well as bestselling writer and creator James Tynion IV for the Slaughterverse: The World of Something is Killing the Children panel, and even more acclaimed creators and celebrities at this year’s event. For fans and readers in attendance, BOOM! Studios presents an exciting slate of programming, full of exclusive announcements and brand new reveals, throughout Comic-Con. Details below:
Thursday, July 21st
Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Charge to 100 and Beyond!
(2:00PM-3:00PM, Room 25ABC)
A MORPHINOMINAL Celebration of 100 issues over five years of ongoing Mighty Morphin Power Rangers comic books from BOOM! Studios. Join writers Ryan Parrott (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Mat Groom (Mighty Morphin), and Melissa Flores (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), along with series editors Dafna Pleban (Senior Editor, BOOM! Studios) and Allyson Gronowitz (Editor, BOOM! Studios), for a discussion on the history of the series, and an exciting look at what’s next! Moderated by Alyson Kiperman Sullivan (Power Rangers Wild Force).
Friday, July 22nd
Slaughterverse: The World of Something is Killing the Children
(1:30PM – 2:30PM, 5AB)
In 2019, Erica Slaughter introduced readers to the secret world of monsters, and the hunters who fight them. In 2021, the doors to the House of Slaughter were opened, expanding Erica’s world into a storytelling universe. Now entering its fourth year of publishing, the bestselling, Eisner Award-nominated series is only just getting started! Join James Tynion IV (Something is Killing the Children, House of Slaughter) and Eric Harburn (Executive Editor, BOOM! Studios) for an in-depth look at the creative process, as well as a look ahead at what’s next for fans! Moderated by Hunter Gorinson (Vice President, Business Development, BOOM! Studios).
Keanu Reeves’ BRZRKR: The Immortal Saga Continues
(3:00PM – 4:00PM, Hall H)
Since its record-breaking debut in 2021, BRZRKR has been thrilling readers with its story of the half-mortal, half-god warrior as he battles through the ages, seeking answers to the mystery of his endless blood-soaked existence, and how to end it… Join the iconic Keanu Reeves alongside series co-writer Matt Kindt, artist Ron Garney, screenwriter on the BRZRKR film Mattson Tomlin, Matt Gagnon (Editor-in Chief, BOOM! Studios), Eric Harburn (Executive Editor, BOOM! Studios), and Stephen Christy (President, Development, BOOM! Studios) for an exclusive look at the final issues of the series… and never-before-seen details on where the saga will go next! Moderated by Coy Jandreau (Reel Rejects, Collider, Nerdist).
Saturday, July 23rd
BOOM! Studios: Discover Yours
(1:45PM – 2:45PM, Room 6DE)
Discover your new comic book obsession! Join some of the most acclaimed and exciting creators in comics as Matt Kindt (BRZRKR), Christopher Cantwell (Briar, Halt & Catch Fire), Michael Dialynas (Wynd), and Matt Gagnon (Editor-in-Chief, BOOM! Studios) give you an in-depth look at the upcoming slate from BOOM! Studios, Archaia, BOOM! Box, and KaBOOM! Plus, exclusive surprises and an extra special sneak peek at some top secret projects that you won’t want to miss. Moderated by Filip Sablik (President, Publishing & Marketing, BOOM! Studios).
Sunday, July 24th
Celebrate YA Comics!
(12:00PM-1:00PM, Room 25ABC)
From the publisher that brought you Lumberjanes, Fence, and Giant Days comes a panel filled to the MAX with a celebration of teen drama, young love, and queer joy. Meet some of your favorite YA comics creators Shannon Watters (Lumberjanes, Hollow), Michael Dialynas (Wynd, The Woods), Nicole Andelfinger (An Ember in the Ashes, Power Rangers), and editors Dafna Pleban (Senior Editor, BOOM! Box) and Elizabeth Brei (Editor, BOOM! Studios) as they discuss what they love about making comics and what’s next for these all-stars. Moderated by Tina Lerno (ALA GNCRT)
For more news on BOOM! Studios at COMIC CON INTERNATIONAL: SAN DIEGO, stay tuned to boom-studios.com and follow @boomstudios on Twitter.
About BOOM! Studios
BOOM! Studios was founded by Ross Richie in 2005 with the singular focus of creating world-class comic book and graphic novel storytelling for all audiences. Through four distinct imprints—BOOM! Studios, BOOM! Box, KaBOOM!, and Archaia—the company has produced bestselling, award-winning original work, including Keanu Reeves’ BRZRKR, Something is Killing the Children, and Lumberjanes, while also breaking new ground with established licenses such as Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Dune, Magic: The Gathering, Buffy The Vampire Slayer, and The Jim Henson Company properties. R.L. Stine’s Just Beyond, based on bestselling BOOM! graphic novel series, is currently streaming on Disney+. BOOM! will also bring their original series to life through a first-look relationship with Netflix including the upcoming animated TV series Mech Cadets in 2023. Please visit www.boom-studios.com for more information.
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A Flippin’ Big Deal That’s Out of this Universe:
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and The Bob’s Burgers Movie Head to San Diego Comic-Con
with Games and Grub
Plus a Special Family Screening of Disney and Pixar’s Lightyear
In celebration of the Digital and Blu-ray
/DVD releases of Marvel Studios’ Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, 20th Century Studios’ The Bob’s Burgers Movie and Disney and Pixar’s Lightyear, an exciting range of activities are set to take place at Comic-Con International in San Diego, presented by Disney Media and Entertainment Distribution.
Fans of Marvel Studios’ Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and The Bob’s Burgers Movie can enjoy themed, interactive experiences at the Gaslamp Diagonal, including immersive photo ops, games that are sure to “pack a punch” and complimentary burgers that will “get the patty started.”
Plus, in anticipation of the forthcoming Lightyear home entertainment release, a special family screening of the film will take place on Sunday.
The Bob’s Burgers Movie
WHEN: Thursday, July 21 – Saturday, July 23 | 10am-6pm
WHAT: Fans are invited to get their buns to The Bob’s Burgers Movie activation to enjoy engaging photo ops, play the Lucky Ducks game, and enjoy a complimentary burger during the daily “Patty Hour” from 3-6pm — while supplies last and on a first-come, first-served basis.
Collectors can beef up their movie collection with The Bob’s Burgers Movie – now available on Digital and on Blu-ray and DVD July 19.
WHERE: Gaslamp Diagonal, adjacent to the Omni Hotel (where Sixth Avenue ends)
Marvel Studios’ Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
WHEN: Thursday, July 21 – Saturday, July 23 | 10am-6pm & Sunday, July 24 | 10am-2pm
WHAT: Marvel Studios’ Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is taking a thrilling ride to Comic-Con! Experience the multiverse in person with ‘Pop-A-Poppa’ – an entertaining game inspired by Pizza Poppa, the hilarious pizza purveyor from Universe-838. Fans will be given a chance to win prizes, as well as enter a new reality with themed photo ops. Plus, Multiverse Scavenger Hunt invites fans to journey from the Marvel booth through Comic-Con’s multiverse of madness to complete tasks for a chance to win prizes.
Marvel Studios’ Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is now available on Digital and will be released on 4K, Blu-ray and DVD July 26.
WHERE: Gaslamp Diagonal, adjacent to the Omni Hotel (where Sixth Avenue ends)
Disney and Pixar’s Lightyear
WHEN: Sunday, July 24 | 12:45pm
WHAT: Special family screening of Lightyear plus free souvenir postcards for attendees
WHERE: Room 6BCF
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Persuasion is Jane Austen’s last complete novel and a perfect blend of biting wit, sympathy, impressive insight, and terrific style. These aren’t the exact sentiments felt towards the latest Netflix film. 2022’s Persuasion is a more freely updated expression of the classic. It’s the Sparknotes film version for the folks that may be looking for a modern twist to the old English. This is not the best adaptation to come from a Jane Austen novel in this current renaissance of the Regency Era.
2022’s Persuasion is directed by theater director Carrie Cracknell. Based on the novel by Jane Austen, writers include Ron Bass (My Best Friend’s Wedding) and Alice Victoria Winslow in her feature writing debut.
The story follows Anne Elliot. Eight years ago she was persuaded to not marry and give up the love of her life, navy man Frederick Wentworth because he had no title and fortune. This film is about second chances. Wentworth comes back into Anne’s life with money and looking for a wife. Anne must put the past behind her or listen to her heart.
The film stars Dakota Johnson (Fifty Shades of Grey), Cosmo Jarvis (Lady Macbeth, 2016), Mia McKenna-Bruce (Get Even), and Henry Golding (Crazy Rich Asians). It also features Richard E. Grant (Loki), Nikki Amuka-Bird (Luther), Izuka Hoyle (Mary Queen of Scots), and Lydia Rose Bewley (The Royals).
When thinking of a Jane Austen-inspired film, there is emotion — a revelation. The latest adaptation of Persuasion is lacking in these departments. I don’t know if it’s the breaking of the fourth wall, the pacing, or the somewhat anticlimactic ending, but the emotional impact was missing. With any Jane Austen piece, the audience must feel something for the main characters or even one character. Persuading the audience to fall in love with or even care about these characters is a tough order.
If there is one character that played her role memorably, it would be Mia McKenna-Bruce as Mary Elliot or Mrs. Charles Musgrove. Mary’s pride and arrogance lend to the story very well when Anne (Dakota Johnson) comes to visit her upon her request. Mary is dramatic, sarcastic, and funny. She is overall ridiculous, but Mia plays her to the fullest.
Whether it’s being carried in the house by her husband after a long walk because she can’t stand to use her legs anymore or the consistent disregard for her children’s whereabouts, Mary is a character that highlights the correct Jane Austen portrayal of mothers that we so often see in her novels. A minor figure in the story, but a spotlight stealer nevertheless.
Dakota Johnson as the protagonist, Anne Elliot, was charming to start. Her British accent aside, she was convincing, at first, as the least favorite child whose family doesn’t think her beauty is of any consequence. The opening scenes showed a young woman who was sarcastic, smart, witty, and sensible, who had a sense of humor.
It’s an intriguing intro to the character, and you may want to know more, but it is quickly lost. Anne quickly goes from sweet and elegant to patronizing, and maybe even a bit pompous. Again, her direct addresses to the audience, even so far as to wink at the end like it was all a game that she knew she would win, takes away from the character of Anne that Jane Austen fans love.
Persuasion, on occasion, does manage to highlight that wit and sarcasm that Jane Austen was known for. Anne’s use of direct address and fourth wall asides highlights those moments, but to a point where it is unnecessary. The audience can discern sarcasm on their own. What should be funny, like Jim’s asides in The Office, comes across as disingenuous and disrupting to the audience’s flow of emotions.
We see what they were trying to do, but it didn’t work 100 percent as they hoped. The direct addresses make the film somewhat scattered. With not much to do, the film seems to drag along. Then comes Anne with a comment to the audience to get things moving. It’s uneven and boring at times.
The uneven pace makes the resolution unearned. It was rushed and sloppy. The way they treated William Elliot (Henry Golding) minimized what his character means to the story. They treated Lady Russell (Nikki Amuka-Bird) similarly. She should have been a formidable woman, influential, with integrity and honor. She should have been a more formidable antagonist to Anne.
The relationship between Anne and Lady Russell could have been much stronger and more interesting. Kind of a love-hate relationship because she is the one who wants the best for Anne but keeps her from being happy, to begin with. Overall the story could have been much stronger with character relationships leading the charge.
Jane Austen has come to be a popular writer whose stories are reinterpreted and adapted over and over again. Themes of love, loss, and love on your own terms can be found in Persuasion, but the story has always been much more than that. Feminism, politics, the economic position of women, class, and society are what fuel a Jane Austen story. I missed those in this version of Persuasion. This Rom-Com was not the Persuasion we needed today.
Persuasion will be released on Netflix on July 15, 2022.