Describing 2012 as a huge year for comic book movies feels like an equally huge understatement. This is the year that Christopher Nolan closes out his Batman trilogy, the year that Marvel Studios finally assembles Iron Man, Captain America and Thor in one giant superhero epic, and the year that Spider-Man swings into theaters for the very first time without old reliables Tobey Maguire and Sam Raimi in tow. Between those films and others, such as the return of the "Ghost Rider" and "Men in Black" franchises, 2012 isn't just a huge year -- it's a monumental one.
But those comic book movies aren't the only noteworthy blockbusters hitting the big screen this year -- the "Twilight" saga is coming to an end, "Hunger Games" is entering the scene, and other geek favorites like "Prometheus" and "The Hobbit" are also making their debut in the coming months. 2012 is such an enormous year for movies that we're asking you to decide: which of this year's movies is the most anticipated one of all?
MTV Movie Brawl 2012 Begins!
Let your voice be heard in MTV Movie Brawl 2012, where you'll champion the movie you're most looking forward to in the coming year. Whether it's "The Dark Knight Rises," "The Amazing Spider-Man," "The Avengers" or something else entirely, this is your chance to let us know which movies you're excited about in 2012.
Head over to MTV Movies Blog to start voting now!
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Nathan Fillion's 'Castle': The Secret Comic Book History
Posted 1/23/12 11:00 am EST by Splash Page Team in Commentary
by Ethan Kaye
Comic books weave threads through all popular media. What once lived in attics and dingy strip mall stores are now headlining box offices, Broadway stages, and magazine covers. So how far do these tentacles stretch? This column looks at what’s popular, and uncovers some of the hidden connections to the comic world!
This week: “Castle!” When best-selling mystery author Richard Castle runs into a bout of writer’s block, he does what any writer does: goes into the field and shadows a real cop, Kate Beckett. His writing takes on a new life, as he gets dragged into case after case by his “partner.” The best part? Actual novels by “Richard Castle” are available at bookstores. And not just books – comics!
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