Henry Cavill Talks ‘Superman: Man Of Steel’

We have a bit under a year until Zack Snyder‘s Superman: Man of Steel hits theaters, and while that may seem like a long ways away, the buzz that was generated from the footage that was shown at the SDCC has definitely gotten people into anticipation-mode after having seen that it’s fairly different from the other Superman flicks we’ve seen.

Henry Cavill, the new Supes, spoke with Cineplex Magazine about the film and his take on the character:

What I can say is that it’s a modernization of the character and a very realistic view of one, obviously, very fantastic individual. It’s an unreal situation, but it’s approached from a very practical viewpoint. We wanted to make the character easier to identify with. [...] It's important to do the role justice. There are a lot of people relying on me to do this well. I gladly accept that responsibility, and it's a great one to have because it's a wonderful opportunity. I don’t let the pressures get to me because that’s going to hinder my performance and, therefore, let people down. So I choose to ignore the pressure side of it and focus on doing justice to Superman.

I think it’s fair to say that Cavill will do a decent job. At the very least, he’ll be good for us to look at. And knowing Snyder, there will be plenty of other eye candy (even if it’s just beautiful cinematography).

Amy Adams, Michael Shannon, Kevin Costner, Diane Lane, Laurence Fishburne, Antje Traue, Ayelet Zurer, Christopher Meloni and Russell Crowe will join Henry Cavill on the big screen in June 2013.

Source: Cineplex Magazine

New York Comic Con 2011 Wrap up

This year was my first time attending the New York Comic Con Convention which took place October 13th thru the 16th at the Javits Center. I attended the show Saturday and Sunday and was eager to compare it to the crowds, chaos and excitement of the San Diego Comic Con.
After arriving in the Big Apple in the early afternoon with my event photographer Brian, we met up with our mutual friend Alisha, checked into our hotel and I changed into Slave Leia before heading out to the biggest comic show on the East Coast. Upon arrival I immediately noticed that some of the same displays at the San Diego show were also at the New York show (the up side down Spider-Man display, a life size Revenge of the Jedi action figure package, a life size model of Optimus Prime just to name a few). Of course there was plenty that was not at the San Diego show such as a Jem and the Holograms display at the Hasbro booth, Young Justice action figures featuring a completed Hall of Justice and the new 52 DC action figures featuring my personal favorites, Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman.

Cosplaying is obviously one of my passions and I find that when I wear the metal bikini to events, people get out of hand. Something about the image of Slave Leia puts comic geeks into overdrive and majority of them don't know how to ask for a photo so they grab you. I literally lost count with how many times someone grabbed me by the shoulder or arm. It happened within a few minutes after arriving on the convention floor. I turned around and said to many individuals "Don't touch me." It's not a pleasant feeling walking around and a hand suddenly reaching out and pulling you back. I can't stress this enough: KEEP YOUR HANDS TO YOURSELF AND USE YOUR WORDS. As usual the same problems arised; people asking for a photo while I'm talking to a friend, trying to text or make a call or while I'm attempting to take photos for my Blog. Even when I put my hoodie on (a clear sign saying I've had enough of taking photos people still stopped me. I began to shoot down the requests. And to top it off a "wrestling team" with a camera stopped me for a video interview and began asking me the most inappropriate questions ("Admit that Jabba turns you on", "Does Han pull on this chain in bed?", "Do you have a vibrator?") and when they weren't getting the answers they wanted they claimed they "refused to believe I was a good girl". Assholes. I vowed not to cosplay Sunday. On a positive note, I did get many compliments. One woman thanked me for dressing up as Leia and many said I looked better and was prettier than the original princess (which is always odd to hear). Speaking of Cosplay, my friend Hannah arrived in her trademark flawless Harley Quinn and Alisha debuted her fabulous new Supergirl cosplay. Andrea, a beautiful woman I was introduced to by Alisha arrived as She Hulk and was a real crowd pleaser! Boothes had their mascots and representatives such as a lego BumbleBee.

Now let's talk shopping and art! For years I have always wanted a Moogle stuffed animal (from the Final Fantasy games) but they aren't available in America. I finally had the opportunity to get one at the Square Enix booth. That seriously made me happy beyond words. I always enjoy going to the Artist Alley to talk to the talented artists and buy prints. This year I discover Ant Lucia (check out his site HERE), who had a beautiful Princess Leia print at his table but what really caught my eye was a stunningly beautiful piece of Superman and Lois Lane. It was love at first sight for me and I immediately said "I'll take it!" I also caught up with artist Vinnie Tartamella whom I have spoken to online for the past three years but never met in person (he also did a Mermaid commission for me a couple of years ago). I got three beautiful prints from him; two of his version of Alice and Wonder Woman. We also stopped by to see friend and Living Corpse creator Ken Haser. On Sunday I had a shoot for the Filipino edition of FHM magazine (the theme was black lingerie in a nightclub) then headed back to the show to meet up with friends and take one last tour of the convention. I caught up with artist and friend Billy Tucci and Eric Basaldua (eBas) who requested that I lay on his table for some fun shots.

My opinion on the New York Comic Con was that it was a fun show with a lot to offer. It's better organized than the San Diego Comic Con (which in all honestly has too many attendees and not enough security and employees). I'm not saying that the crowds are better in New York; there's a massive amount of people and at times getting from point A to point B is close to impossible. The crowd is overwhelming. The Artist Alley was my favorite area but the best part of this show (and any show I attend) is catching up with friends. I truly feel that the greatest thing about these events is that they bring people together. It's always great to spend a little time with the people you care about weither it's gawking at geek stuff, sharing dinner or watching cartoons at your hotel (Daffy Duck is an asshole by the way). I want to thank everyone involved at the New York Comic Con for this year's show.

Cosplay Survey

Recently a Cosplay Survey has been circling around on Facebook. The questions seemed interesting and rather than fill it out and tag people on my personal account, I decided to instead share it on my Blog.


1 . Your first cosplay?
Aerith Gainsborough from the video game Final Fantasy VII.

2. How many costumes have you done?
Thirteen.


3. Your most recent cosplay?
Japanese Vocaloid Hatsune Miku.

4. Your favorite cosplay?
It's always hard to choose just one but I would have to say Catwoman. I've loved her all my life and have been with her throughout her many incarnations. The costume is comfortable and sexy. My Catwoman cosplay is featured in a cosplay calendar with proceeds going to the American Red Cross: http://angryweb.net/2012/01/10/angry-girls-2012-calendar-now-on-sale/ I also love Selina's heated affair with The Batman and her dangerous lifestyle.

5. The character you have cosplayed that is most similar to you (if none that you have cosplayed, then one that you will cosplay?
Oh geeze, I don't know! Obviously I'm not from Krypton and I'm not an enslaved princess on Tatooine! All of the characters I've cosplayed are strong characters and a little fun so I'd like to think I'm a little like all of them.

6. Your cosplay plans for the rest of the year (if you have no more for this year, then do next year!)
I'm doing something a bit different and am cosplaying non super powered characters such as Lois Lane and Pepper Potts. I'll be doing joint shoots with a Superman and Tony Stark cosplayer. I'll be debuting Monster High character Cleo. I would love to squeeze in Slave Princess Jasmine but we will see if I have the time.

7. The dream cosplay that might just happen?
Huntress!

8. The dream cosplay that will never happen?
Never say never! Anything is possible. I don't limit myself.

9. Something cosplay-related that you will never do (eg. crossplay, cosplay from a certain series).
I'm personally not into crossplay but am not against it. However you won't see me doing it.

10. Your cosplay idol?
"Idol" is a bit of an odd term. I can tell you who I love, respect and admire; Iggy Cosplay, Han Pan, Lucid Cosplay, Danny Kelley, Jonathan Carroll and Margie Cox.

11. Your cosplay specialty (ie. something that seems to apply to a large amount of your cosplays, it could be a specific series, or a common feature in their appearance, such as glasses).
DC Comics characters. It's pretty obvious I'm a big fan of the DCU.

12. Your cosplay-making habits (eg. singing while working on cosplay):
I need peace and quite when I'm working on something.

13. Your least favourite thing about cosplay?
The phonies who don't know anything about the character their dressed as and only do this for attention. Stalkers are annoying too.

14. Do you belong to any cosplay groups?
My girlfriends and I made a splash at the 2010 Philadelphia Comic Con aka Wizard World Philly as the Gotham City Sirens. I was also asked to be Catwoman for another Gotham City Sirens group for an upcoming show.

15. What events have you cosplayed to? Future event plans?
I've been to the San Diego Comic Con, New York Comic Con,
Wizard World Philly, Baltimore Comic Con, Zenkaikon and Monster Mania. As for future shows...wait and see!



16. What is your best cosplay memory?
Being offered a job as an official Slave Leia model.

17. What is your worst cosplay memory?
Some guy kept calling me "Supergirl" when I was dressed as Wonder Woman. I felt embarassed not for me, but for HIM and had to correct him! Also I had to tell a very rude individual off when he got angry I wouldn't grant his photo request (because I was on the phone).

18. Have you won any cosplay awards?
I've received titles. The Modern Tokyo Times and Axiom Magazine named me the "Queen of Cosplay".

19. Your best cosplay derp photo?
When I was Black Canary my choker fell off. Does that count? Probably not...


20. Have you worn cosplay in a regular situation?
I sometimes take certain items and wear them out like my Black Canary or Zatanna jacket. I've also worn my Wonder Woman and Belle wig out.

21. Your most expensive cosplay?
Slave Leia and Wonder Woman. Each costume is worth over $300!

22. Your most comfortable cosplay and most uncomfortable cosplay?
My most comfortable would be Catwoman. Most uncomfortable is Hatsume Miku. The wig and boots are heavy.

23. The cosplay you put the most effort into?
Hatsune Miku. Between the wig, makeup and costume it takes me over an hour to get everything on!


24. Any unfinished costumes? Will you ever finish them?
I currently have an Alice: Madness Returns cosplaying lying around. I really need to get the ball rolling and do a pro shoot with it!


25. How many wigs do you own? Which is your favorite?
Eight wigs and one ponytail extension.I love them all! I can change my hair color whenever I want!

26. Where do you work on your cosplays and where do you store them when they're done?
I work on them in the bedroom. The wigs are all on mannequin heads. Costumes and accressories are in a giant bin in my closet. Footwear is with my normal shoes.

27. What is your favorite cosplay item?
My Wonder Woman bracelets.

28. Cosplay peeves/things you are particular about?
Half assed cosplays.

29. Something you want to improve on for future cosplays?
I would love to get over my fear of sewing machines and start making my own costumes!


30. Cosplay-related work you are most naturally talented at (ie: sewing, prop-making, wigstyling, etc)?
I'm good with getting the hairstyles right weither it be purchasing and styling a wig, using my natural hair or adding hair extensions. I've also become pretty good with makeup.

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Kingdom Hearts Cloud Strife Cosplay

Cloud Strife (from Kingdom Hearts) by Attyca Photographed by Kevin Brewer at Otakuthon 2011.

Fairy Tail: Erza Scarlet

Any 19-year-old S-Class Guru, Erza Scarlet is often tasked with conducting extremely risky objectives, because she will be thought of as the best women's part of any guild. Acquiring about “The Knight” wizardry, she can easily “re-equip” several rifles and alter armor along with clothes employing a hammerspace. On the other hand, don't mind the occasional evident ability to this program, Erza typically stretches together 1000s of luggage while traveling.It appears to be many people are trying to find out there whom this cosplayer is from any Oh No! Manga Cosplay Camping 2012. I ponder if anyone ever in your life were able to understand? Really bad I had been nonetheless oftentimes our camera’s accurate surroundings or otherwise I would have in all probability managed to try a much better snapshot!

Get Backers: Fuchoin Kazuki

Recently one of the Some Kings on the Volts, Kazuki is the previous expert with the Fuuchouin Carefully thread Martial arts, any struggling with design and style that takes advantage of koto strings handled through shake in her fingertips. The actual strings could split way up good planet, bone tissues, skin tone, muscle mass, and even metal. Kazuki can also utilize the guitar strings to listen within for faraway discussions.In line with his / her Heal Shape, Kenn is actually a man cosplayer out of China and taiwan. I actually thought he / she was a girl to start with for the reason that he’s so… pretty. Kazuki is going to be excellent persona pertaining to your ex so that you can cosplay. On account of Ohime (Kenn’s primary supporter) intended for giving this throughout!