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Comic books and horror films are both experiencing a surge in popularity these days, and it looks like the two genres will mingle in a recently optioned property titled "The Nye Incidents."

Variety reports that the Devil's Due graphic novel "The Nye Incidents," written by Whitley Strieber, is headed to the big screen courtesy of Warner Brothers' horror label, Dark Castle. Todd Lincoln, the director of the upcoming "Hack/Slash" adaptation -- also a DDP property -- is set to helm the picture. Read more...

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Another day, another piece of video reminding us that "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" is hitting theaters May 1. This time around, Apple.com has an "Exclusive Clip" that's actually quite a few clips combined into, well... a new "Wolverine" trailer.

While there isn't much in the way of new footage, I did manage to snag this great little shot of Logan letting loose with his bone claws:

As we were reminded in the latest batch of "Wolverine" character profiles, Logan is the best there is at what he does -- and what he does these days includes, apparently, plugging Free Comic Book Day, starring in a pretty great-looking game and selling pizza and Slushees. Read more...

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To the surprise of many, "Pooh's Heffalump" screenwriter Evan Spiliotopoulos was announced last week as the new writer for "Wanted 2," the sequel to the 2008 film based on Mark Millar and J.G. Jones' comic book series.

Spiliotopoulos appears to have taken over the writing duties from original "Wanted" movie scribe Chris Morgan, who told MTV News back in November that he was working on a more "global" story for the sequel.

Earlier this week, Millar addressed concerns about the former "Pooh" writer on his website's message boards, explaining the basis for Spiliotopoulos' selection and teasing that there's blockbuster-level money at play in the development of "Wanted 2." Read more...

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There have been a number of "Thor" rumors lately -- specifically, who wants the part and who is out of the running. While no official word has been made one way or the other -- thanks in large to the film's delayed release date -- Marvel is definitely eyeballing contenders for the Asgardian warrior.

Charlie Hunnam, one of the stars of FX's "Sons of Anarchy," is one such contender, according to IGN. The actor confirmed that not only is he up for the leading role in "Thor," he's actually screen-tested for the part. Read more...

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There’s been no shortage of comic books jumping from the shelves to the big screen lately, but as any fan will attest, there are still a lot of great books out there flying below Hollywood’s radar. In this weekly feature, we’ll take a look at stories that merit attention from filmmakers — and offer some thoughts on why (and how) they should be brought to the big screen.

THE STORY: "Streets of Glory" by Garth Ennis and Mike Wolfer

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: Writer Garth Ennis previously earned the attention of Hollywood for his irreverent, adult-oriented take on organized religion in "Preacher," but he turned his focus to the Wild West in 2007's "Streets of Glory." The six-issue series follows a gunfighter in his twilight years as he's forced to confront danger from both his bloody past and the industrialization that will bring an end to the era.

White-haired, hard-nosed and weathered by the sins of his past, Joseph R. Dunn is well aware that he's a holdover from a rapidly closing chapter in American history. His efforts to peacefully transition into whatever future awaits an old gunslinger are complicated by various forces, including a terrifying enemy from his past, looking to bring an early end to him and the way of life he represents. Read more...

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From set photos to office tours, Jon Favreau's Twitter page has been an incredibly entertaining source for all things "Iron Man." But is the director's Twittering habit now bringing some of the superhero sequel's plot details to light?

According to Favreau, the "Iron Man 2" director has reprised his role as Happy Hogan, Tony Stark's bodyguard sidekick. While the character was rather subdued in the first film, it sounds like Favreau's role will be significantly more colorful in the sequel -- the actor-turned-director has already been involved in stunt work.

"Woke up sore from doing stunt work last night," Favreau posted on April 18th. "I shoulda known it was coming when the stuntwoman said goodbye by saying 'Take some Advil.'" Read more...

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Planet Earth isn’t always treated as well as she should be. Fortunately for all of us, there are some super-powered folks who make a point to look out for her. No, we’re not talking about that green-haired Captain Planet guy. These are serious superheroes who have fought alongside the likes of Batman and Superman.

So, in celebration of Earth Day 2009, here are some of comics' most prolific protectors of the planet -- heroes who put Earth first when it comes to saving the world: Read more...

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While chatting with Marvel Comics' Spider-Man editor, Steve Wacker, about "Spider-Man: The Short Halloween" (written by "Saturday Night Live" regulars Bill Hader and Seth Meyers and previewed here on Splash Page yesterday), the conversation turned to the famous wall-crawler's return to the big screen. Naturally, I had to ask Marvel's go-to Spidey guy who he'd like to see Peter Parker battle in "Spider-Man 4."

"I like The Vulture," Wacker told MTV News. "The flying around would be cool, and if you cast Larry David in that role, I'll watch forever -- even if it's just a beginning fight, with Spider-Man beating on Larry David with wings."

"Morbius would be awesome, but who do you put in that?" added Wacker. "I guess you put the guy from 'Twilight,' right?" Read more...

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Earlier today, we posted some comments from "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" actor James Marsters regarding his experience writing (and reading) the various comic books that further the adventures of the "Buffy" cast of characters -- specifically, Marsters' villain-turned-hero vampire, Spike.

In describing his experience co-writing a one-shot story for Dark Horse Comics focused on Spike, Marsters called the project a "rude awakening," and criticized the work of artist Ryan Sook, who he claimed made the characters Spike and Drusilla (played by Juliet Landau in the television series) look "feral and ugly." Marsters told MTV News he voiced his complaints too late in the process for anything to be changed.

However, Dark Horse has provided MTV News with an official response to Marsters' comments regarding the 1999 "Spike and Dru" story he co-authored, as well as the choice of Sook as the book's artist. According to the book's publisher, the choice of artist came directly from the "Buffy" creator himself, Joss Whedon. Read more...

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Don’t look now, but old radio serials are suddenly hotter than any Wii game or iPhone app. These days, visionary director Michel Gondry is hard at work with Seth Rogen bringing back “The Green Hornet,” Jerry Bruckheimer and Johnny Depp are gaining momentum on “The Lone Ranger,” and the two worlds are making plans to meet. Well, kinda.

Flashback to January 31, 1936, when a new program entitled “The Green Hornet” premiered on Detroit radio station WXYZ. Envisioned as a worlds-away spinoff to the immensely popular show “The Lone Ranger,” masked crimefighter Britt Reid was explained to be the son of LR’s comic-relief nephew Dan. Although their connection faded as Green Hornet became more closely linked with Batman in their '60s TV shows, it returned as recently as the late-'80s when a “Hornet” comic book series published by NOW Comics had a portrait of The Lone Ranger hanging on Reid’s wall, a sly reference to their familial ties. Read more...

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