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The Secrets of Isis was a 1975 television show that featured a high school teacher who could transform into the Egyptian goddess Isis. She used her powers to fight crime and help people in need. The show was one of the first to have a female superhero as the main character, portrayed by the wonderful […]
A more cartoon style version of my character, Phin.
If you are a fan of superhero movies, you might have heard of Doctor Strange, the Marvel character who uses magic to fight evil. But did you know that there was another movie about a similar character that came out in 1992? It was called Doctor Mordrid, and it starred Jeffrey Combs as a wizard who battles a demonic sorcerer named Kabal. Now, it’s been a minute since I’ve watched this one. After my post about the 1978 Dr. Strange television movie fellow blogger, Firewater suggested that I should watch this one. Since it’s been a while, I just did a rewatch and I am ready to dig in.
Explore the captivating journey of Hammer Film Productions Ltd., a legendary British film studio known for its iconic contributions to gothic horror and cult classics. From its humble beginnings in the 1930s to its reign as a dominant force in the genre, discover how Hammer Films shaped the landscape of horror cinema. Uncover the studio’s most memorable films, the talented individuals behind them, and the enduring legacy they left behind.
A review of the Doctor Strange Television Movie from 1978, a pilot for a potential series that featured Peter Hooten as Dr. Stephen Strange and Clyde Kusatsu as Wong.
If you love horror and superheroes, you might be interested in DC Comics’ Creature Commandos, a team of military superhumans who fought in World War II. The original team debuted in Weird War Tales #93 (November 1980), created by J.M. DeMatteis and Pat Broderick. The team consisted of a human leader, a werewolf, a vampire, […]
First, a bit of site business: for 446 consecutive days, I’ve posted here on my blog. Sometimes more than once a day. As of today, or tomorrow to be more specific, I will be a bit more random with my posts. I haven’t seen any significant boost from my extra work. However, I have improved […]
One of my oldest original character designs is Phin, Guardian of the Seven Seas. More experimental use of brushes. It’s been a while since I posted an illustration as a regular blog post. I figured it was about time. I wish I had kept some of my early drawings of her. C’est la vie…
A review of Clash of the Titans (1981), a classic fantasy adventure film based on Greek mythology and featuring the work of visual effects artist Ray Harryhausen.