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'The Losers' Gets New Jock Art For U.K. DVD/Blu-Ray Release

Posted 8/27/10 4:01 pm EST by in News, Preview, Vertigo


The LosersIf you missed out on "The Losers" back in April, you missed out on a great, action-packed adaptation of Andy Diggle and Jock's hit comic book series that impressed the heck out of me when I caught a screening. Along with its all-star cast, "The Losers" featured some great action sequences, witty dialogue, fun performances, and original art from Jock sprinkled throughout the marketing campaign and the film itself.

And now the DVD and Blu-Ray release of the film will get some new art from Jock, too.

The celebrated artist shared with MTV News some of the art he created for the Play.com exclusive DVD and Blu-Ray versions of the film, which will be available in the U.K. on November 10. The exclusive slipcase for the discs and accompanying poster feature the entire team engaged in a violent firefight, and sport the tagline "Anyone Else Would Be Dead By Now." Oh, and Max makes a cameo on the back cover of the slipcase, too. Read More...

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Jeffrey Dean Morgan's Favorite Part Of 'The Losers'? Making Out With Zoe Saldana!

Posted 4/23/10 6:14 pm EST by in DC Comics, News, Vertigo, Video


"The Losers" has arrived in theaters, and while we've been raving about Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Chris Evans' performances in the film, Morgan said it was fellow cast member Zoe Saldana that provided him with his favorite experience on the set.

"The cool thing about getting to play the character is, for one, he's simply bad-ass," said Morgan, "and two, I get to make out with Zoe Saldana — which is not a bad thing and not a bad way to spend your afternoon."

Yeah, can't really argue with him on that one.

Let us know what you think in the comment section or on Twitter!

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Has 'The Losers' Assembled The Ultimate Comic Book Movie Cast?

Posted 4/23/10 1:59 pm EST by in DC Comics, Lists, Vertigo


The LosersAs "The Losers" are preparing to prove that they're actually winners this weekend, it's worth remembering that for some of the film's various players, this is not their first taste of the comic book world — far from it, in fact.

From throwing shields and flying on fire to chewing on cigars and fighting crime across the decades, many of the cast and crew on "The Losers" have already waded through comic book lore and are prepared to do it again.

After the jump, we've listed some of the past and future connections between the "Losers" team and comic book movies! Read More...

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'The Losers' Director On Where The Movie And Comics Connect, Revealing The Villain, And Potential Sequels!

Posted 4/23/10 12:31 pm EST by in DC Comics, interviews, News, Vertigo


The Losers"The Losers" blasts into theaters this weekend, and along with all the "Losers" clips and interviews with the cast, I also managed to score some time with the man bringing Andy Diggle and Jock's comic book series to life on the big screen: director Sylvain White.

Previously, White told Splash Page readers about some of his favorite scenes in the film and how closely he worked with the comic's creators to recreate the visual tone of the story. This time around, he explains which chapters from the long-running comic make up the film's plot, why he chose to reveal the villain early on (unlike in the comic), and his thoughts on potential sequels.

With the film going wide today (April 23), there's a lot to like about "The Losers," and White explained why he hopes audiences will make his "Losers" turn out to be winners at the box office. Read More...

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Chris Evans Gets 'Nerdy' For 'The Losers' Role

Posted 4/23/10 10:01 am EST by in DC Comics, Vertigo, Video


"The Losers" hits theaters today, bringing Andy Diggle and Jock's explosive comic book series to life via filmmaker Sylvain White.

Among its colorful cast of characters is the unpredictable Jensen, who serves as the team's intelligence specialist, computer hacker and, as actor Chris Evans notes, comic relief. In an interview with MTV News on the set of the film, Evans explained why the character was such a different role for him.

"He's just a fun guy, you know? He's kind of the comic relief," said Evans. "He loves life. He's a little nerdy. He's not very smooth." Read More...

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'The Losers' Clip: 'How To Steal A Helicopter'

Posted 4/22/10 6:16 pm EST by in DC Comics, Vertigo, Video


Today we have yet another clip from "The Losers," which premieres this weekend.

Based on Andy Diggle and Jock's action-packed comic book series, director Sylvain White's adaptation stars Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Chris Evans, Idris Elba, Columbus Short and Óscar Jaenada as a framed, left-for-dead special ops team out to clear their names. Zoe Saldana plays the mysterious and lethal Aisha, who joins them in their mission.

Today's clip features a scene in which the team hijacks a helicopter using the skills of loudmouth hacker Jensen (Evans) and their silent-but-deadly sniper, Cougar (Jaenada).

Let us know what you think of the new clip in the comment section or on Twitter!

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SECRET IDENTITY: More Comic Book Characters 'The Losers' Star Jeffrey Dean Morgan Should Play

Posted 4/22/10 4:44 pm EST by in DC Comics, Image Comics, Marvel, Secret Identity


Jeffrey Dean Morgan has two reasons to celebrate this week. For one, "The Losers" comes out tomorrow. For another, it's his birthday today!

In the past couple of years, Morgan has established himself pretty firmly with the comic book crowd thanks to his praised turn as The Comedian in "Watchmen" and his upcoming role as Clay, the leader of the Losers. But with the Sylvain White-directed action movie set to hit theaters in just a few short hours, Morgan is once again left without a current comic book role.

In honor of the terrific actor's birthday and his forthcoming movie premiere, we've listed five other comic book roles that Morgan could play with ease. Read More...

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Comic Books Have 'The Best Characters And Smartest Writing,' Says 'The Losers' Star Jeffrey Dean Morgan

Posted 4/22/10 10:29 am EST by in DC Comics, Vertigo, Video


"The Losers" hits theaters this Friday, April 23, featuring a cast of actors with some history in the comic book movie world. Among them is Jeffrey Dean Morgan, who previously played The Comedian in Zack Snyder's 2009 adaptation of "Watchmen," Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' groundbreaking comic book series.

When MTV News caught up with him on the set of "The Losers," Morgan explained why films based on comics are so appealing to him these days.

"I like the genre, but it seems to me that the best scripts coming out right now are based on graphic novels and comic books," Morgan told MTV News. "The best characters and the smartest writing is coming from that world." Read More...

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'The Losers' Clip: Clay And Aisha Get Physical In 'Frenemies'

Posted 4/21/10 4:14 pm EST by in DC Comics, Vertigo, Video


Yesterday, we gave you a new clip from "The Losers" featuring the team in their early days — before the whole framed-and-left-for-dead deal.

Now we have a new scene from the film featuring team leader Clay (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) engaging in a very physical encounter with Aisha (Zoe Saldana), the mysterious, brutal mercenary who joins the team.

Let us know what you think of the clip in the comment section or on Twitter!

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'The Losers' Clip: 'Saving The Children'

Posted 4/20/10 4:01 pm EST by in DC Comics, Vertigo, Video


As we near the release of "The Losers," director Sylvain White's live-action adaptation of Andy Diggle and Jock's action-packed comic book series, more photos, footage and other promotional material is starting to arrive online.

In the following clip, we get a look at the "Losers" team on one of their early missions — well before the squad of special ops soldiers found themselves framed, left for dead and fighting to get back their lives.

"The Losers" hits theaters this Friday, April 23.

Let us know what you think of the new clip in the comment section or on Twitter!

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