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Here are the upcoming graphic novels and comic books published by Marvel Comics for September 2008!

The goodness from the House of Ideas maintains and expands its quality!

Check it out, here!

Unbridled rage can be a powerful thing, if used responsibly, if it can be controlled, if the full might of every superhero on the planet can keep it at bay...

Ok, the Hulk has returned. In the second incarnation, which is more of a reintroduction than a sequel, I came away from watching it feeling very satisfied.

Unlike it's predecessor, which I quite liked, this was more steeped in comic book lore with plenty of source references and a subtle hint of what is to come.

A connected Marvel Movie universe.

Marvel Comics greatest strength is it's stable of characters that live in the same world and interact frequently. Individually they are fantastic but, together, magic is made. The Incredible Hulk movie is one step towards that direction.

Everything about this movie worked. Edward Norton as acclaimed scientist Bruce Banner was effective in showing a tortured soul with a dark secret.

You believed in his portrayal, you rooted for him and you felt his pain. Liv Tyler as Betty Ross was amazing as Banner's long suffering scientific colleague and former girlfriend and Tim Roth who played the villian of the piece was sublime.

They say a hero is only as good as his nemesis. Roth as the Abomination was pure class.

I loved the CGI special effects all throughout this film. The Hulk effects were perfect and filmed beautifully. I liked the fact that a lot of thought had gone into this film.

This is the second outing from the fledgling Marvel Studios and they have hit the ground sprinting. Iron Man was the first smash hit.

I loved the effects of the sonic cannons used in the movie. It just reminded film of the X-Men character Banshee. Ladies and gentlemen, we now have the means to show a decent Banshee on screen in a future X-Men movie (hint, hint).

Of course, I can't talk about the Hulk with out mentioning the action. This is what was lacking from the first Hulk movie. Pure unbridled Hulk rage.

Whether he was battling army vehicles or going toe to toe with the Abomination this is how it should be done. Very exciting and very large.

I also loved seeing a couple of the classic fight moves taken straight from the comics. Excellent! Three other cameos in the film left the door open to a great sequel which I cannot wait to see.

This was a definite 8 out of 10 from me.

With the Marvel Universe being created on the big screen before our very eyes all I can say is, bring on Thor!!

Will Smith stars as Hancock in the upcoming superhero fiction tale. The trailer looks absolutely amazing, so feast your eyes and look forward to the goodness!

Learn more at the official website, here!

When metal meets man, the world will never be the same. Bring on the Iron...!

I recently had the pleasure to finally watch Iron Man on the big screen. Now. Don't get me wrong. I heard all the reviews, mostly positive, but I had to see it for myself. You see Iron Man is a classic Marvel superhero with a history that I know intimately. You could say that I grew up with the character along with the rest of the Marvel stable. Marvel Studios was a newly formed venture to produce their movies in-house with full creative control over their properties. Iron Man was the first out of the gate. Absolutely amazing! All the cast were spot on. The updated origin worked magnificently while keeping to the spirit of the character.

Robert Downey Jr as Tony Stark was inspired, he totally got the character.

And then there was the special effects.

In a word, breathtaking.

Iron Man lives!

At last, CGI (computer generated imagery) is able to take the imagination and lay it out on screen. The armour looked and felt real!

The film made me long for a sequel to come out as quick as possible.

And, staying til the end of the credits for the extra scene, it looks like the Avengers are preparing to be formed!

I must admit when I walked out of the cinema I told my mate that I rate it 7 out of 10.

But, on reflection, I have to give it 8 out of 10 as it is easily one of the greatest superhero movies ever made.

This will set the standard. The bar has been raised.

Next up, the Incredible Hulk!

The House of Ideas continues to create the stuff of dreams.

Take a look at Marvel Comics coming in July and August 2008!!!

Fighting to protect a world that hates and fears them.

Re-imagined and remixed, the X-men are back in a brand new animated series which looks amazing.

Just check out this trailer for Wolverine and the X-Men...!

The Marvel Secret Invasion is almost here!

The shapeshifting alien race known as the Skrulls have lain in wait until this moment.

The very fate of our planet is at stake!

The superhero comic book event of the year is nearly upon us.

Building up over a number of years I'm looking forward to reading the culmination of the story that will be helmed by writer Brian Bendis and artist Leiniel Yu.

You can read it in serial form in the individual comics or, like me, wait for the collected graphic novel (trade paperback) from Marvel Comics.

Click twice to learn more!

The latest superhero comic book titles from Marvel Comics are right here!

Check out the latest offerings for May 2008

and for June 2008

When stormclouds rage across the heavens, lightening streaks through the air followed by a massive explosion of thunder, threatening to tear apart the very fabric of the atmosphere!

Nature, it seems, has a sting in the tail... Storm of the X-Men is leadership personnified, harnessing the full might of the weather at her fingertips. Crashing rain, blazing sun, atmospheric pressure has just begun. Fierce wind, battering hail, better get in from the storm force gale. Blinding fog, freezing snow,

the elements are tempermental, don't you know?

Hurricanes, Typhoons, Tornadoes all.

Hang on tight, you don't want to fall,

into the eye, the blissful centre,

believe you me, you won't want to enter.

Climate change is at her control,

the fate of the planet is on a roll,

Mutant powers at the ready,

concentrating to keep it steady.

Leading a team of heroic X-Men,

Fighting to protect those who hate and fear them.

Doing the right thing is never in doubt,

with a streak of lightening and a crash of thunder,

this superhero will never go under.

Soaring the heavens with the greatest of ease,

Storm of the X-Men, more stories please.

Here is a brand new three part CGI mini-movie featuring Marvel Comics' Iron Man and a couple of guest stars you may recognise.

Just click to enjoy!

Iron Man - Part 1

Iron Man - Part 2

Iron Man - Part 3

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