Posts Tagged ‘Anime’
Robots vs. Princesses is Live
Posted: May 8, 2016 in Animation, Anime, Cartoons, Comedy, Comics, Dark Horse Comics, DC Comics, Fantasy, Fiction, Humor, Links, Making Comics, Marvel Comics, News, Robots vs. Princesses, Science Fiction, Transformers, VoltronTags: All Ages, Anime, comic books, Disney, Disney Princesses, Giant Robots, Kickstarter, Kid Friendly, Making Comics, Robotech, Robots vs. Princesses, Transformers, Voltron
Voltron Force Season One Post-Game with Jeremy Corray
Posted: May 11, 2012 in Animation, Anime, Cartoons, Fantasy, Interviews, Science Fiction, TV, Uncategorized, VoltronTags: Anime, Giant Robots, Jeremy Corray, Nick Toons, Voltron, Voltron Force
By Todd Matthy
The first season of “Voltron Force” has wrapped and what a ride it was. From betrayals, trainees, secrets, and new pilots, the series not only resurrected the beloved property, but pushed it into new areas of excitement.
Jeremy Corray is one of the architects behind Voltron’s revival and was kind enough to take the time to talk to me about the development of the series, the origins of some of the twists, and a little “fishing” for tidbits on Season Two. (more…)
Voltron: Interview with Dynamite’s Brandon Thomas
Posted: April 13, 2012 in Anime, Cartoons, Comics, Fantasy, Interviews, Science Fiction, TV, VoltronTags: Alex Ross, Anime, Brandon Thomas, comic books, Dynamite Entertainment, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Voltron
By Todd Matthy
For readers in the Chicago area, the Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo (C2E2) is taking place in the North Building at McCormick Place.Voltron will have a heavy presence there at booth #430 and a panel called “Form Blazing Comics” taking place on Saturday at 3:15 in room S401abc.
One of the panel’s participants is Brandon Thomas, the writer on Dynamite’s Voltron comic book. He’s taken the franchise in a very interesting direction. I recently spoke to Brandon about the direction he’s leading Voltron down. Warning there are SPOILERS for those who are waiting for the trade. (more…)
Voltron at Comic Con: Nick Barrucci, President of Dynamite Entertainment
Posted: March 3, 2012 in Animation, Anime, Comics, Fantasy, Interviews, Science Fiction, Transformers, TV, VoltronTags: Alex Ross, Anime, Dynamite Entertainment, New York Comic Con 2011, Voltron
By Todd Matthy
With Voltron # 3 (see above) on sale at comic stores everywhere, I thought I’d share with you my interview with Nick Barrucci, the President of Dynamite Entertainment, the publisher of the “Voltron” comic book. We discuss the book’s direction and the prospects of the giant robot crossover we ALL want to see. (more…)
Voltron at Comic Con: Bob Koplar
Posted: February 23, 2012 in Animation, Anime, Cartoons, Entertainment, Fantasy, Interviews, Science Fiction, VoltronTags: Anime, Carrie Keagan, Interviews, New York Comic Con, NYCC 2011, Voltron, Voltron Force, World Events Productions
By Todd Matthy
You may not know Bob Koplar, but as Vice-President of World Events Productions, he is one of the most important figures behind the revival of “Voltron” and the creation of “Voltron Force.”
With new “Voltron Force” episodes beginning February 29th at 8:00 pm on Nicktoons, I present to you this interview with Bob Koplar from New York Comic Con. (more…)
Voltron at NYCC: Talking to “Voltron Force” Producer Jeremy Corray
Posted: November 17, 2011 in Animation, Anime, Cartoons, Entertainment, Fantasy, Interviews, Science Fiction, Transformers, TV, VoltronTags: Anime, Lion Voltron, New York Anime Fest, New York Comic Con, Vehicle Voltron, Voltron, Voltron Force, World Events Productions
I am a huge fan of “Voltron: Defender of the Universe.” Growing up it was one of my favorite shows. Something about the cross between “Transformers” and “Legend of Zelda” resonated with me so much that the show continues to hold a special place in my heart. So much so, that “Voltron” has become part of my professional life. I served as the “Assistant Editor” on the Media Blasters DVD release and was the subject of my first published article in “Protoculture Addicts” (which you can order here). As you can see, the mighty robot’s and my paths have crossed quite a bit.
I guess it was inevitable we’d meet again at the annual New York Comic Convention. This year World Events Productions was there to promote their new show “Voltron Force” (currently airing Thursday nights at 8:30 on Nicktoons) which turns the Voltron dynamic on it’s head by making the team enemies of Galaxy Alliance they swore to protect.
In the first of a series of articles I talked to “Voltron Force” producer Jeremy Corray about the new show, what we can expect in upcoming episodes, and whether the Vehicle Force will make a cameo appearance. (more…)
Voltron: United and Drawn.
Posted: February 25, 2011 in Animation, Anime, Book Excerpts, Cartoons, Comics, Commentary, Entertainment, Fantasy, Fiction, Pictures, Science Fiction, TVTags: 80's cartoons, Anime, Artbooks, Dairugger XV, Go-Lion, Lion Voltron, Manga, robots, Vehicle Voltron, Voltron, Voltron Force, Voltron: United and Drawn, WEP, World Events Productions
I received recognition on the acknowledgment page of the new art book, “Voltron: United and Drawn.” An amazing collection of artwork based on “Voltron: Defender of the Universe.” To order click here. Need an incentive? Proceeds go to the March of Dimes. Click below to check out some art from the book. (more…)
The Greatest Voltron Episodes
Posted: June 9, 2016 in Animation, Anime, Cartoons, Comics, Commentary, Entertainment, Fantasy, Science Fiction, TV, VoltronTags: Anime, Fantasy, Lion Forge Comics, Lion Voltron, Netflix, Science Fiction, Voltron, Voltron Force, Voltron Legendary Defender, World Events Productions
By Todd Matthy
This Friday Netflix will release Voltron: Legendary Defender, a reimagining of the classic TV series I grew up with.
Voltron has a special place in my heart. It’s a mix of my favorite genres: Sci-Fi and Fantasy, and robots. Plus, (in addition to Robotech) it kickstarted my love of Anime. Personally, Voltron means much more. I was an “Assistant Editor” on the Media Blasters DVD. I’ll never forget when I went to New Jersey to look at footage for extras and discovered the long lost original pilot. I wrote an article for Protoculture Addicts about my experience.
To prepare for the new Netflix series, I’m rewatching the classic show and thought I’d share my favorite episodes with you. Click below and comment if you agree or disagree. (And if you want to watch a few of these episodes check out the Voltron You Tube Page.)
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