In this special episode I’m joined by Pat Loika (Loikamania!) to discuss two comic book movies that came out this summer. We talk about Captain America: The First Avenger and Cowboys & Aliens. Spoilers!

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Captain America #615 by Marko Djurdjevic

With Captain America on trial, this cover is extremely fitting. It shows Bucky’s struggle with which part of himself to identify with, and how to go about in doing his duty as Captain America. Stand for truth, justice, and all that jazz, or fight against injustice at any means necessary? Again, very fitting cover reflecting the current arc.

Morning Glories #7 by Rodin Esqueljo

So what if I just happen to like cheerleaders? Is that so wrong? It’s not their fault they’re so flexible. Anyways, with the comic fans cheering about this new series, it only seems fitting to have the characters cheering right back at them. Okay, that’s not the reason by a long shot, but the cover does look very nice with the combination of the cheerleader and her big…pom-poms, and the old school action dots surrounding her. Good series, good cover, enough said.

Metalocalypse: Dethklok #3 by Eric Powell

Oh Eric Powell, this definitely was the perfect collaboration for you. Same look, same dark humor as The Goon, illustrating the Dethklok covers with your style was a match made in hell. Here you have Dr. Rockzo the Rock-N-Roll Clown (he does c-c-c-cocaine), about to dive-in nose first to a mountain of cocaine so large, the last time I saw that much was at Charlie Sheen’s bachelor party. For fans of the [adult swim] show, this mini-series has been both hysterical and enjoyable every issue. Covers like this one is just the icing on the cake.

The Amazing Spider-Man #655 by Marcos Martin

It’s the simple covers with minimal details that really make you pay attention. Take this Marcos Martin cover for instance; we see Spidey feeling defeated, and in the center of a web of trouble perhaps caused by him. The blacks and reds of his costume reversed not only look cool, but send the message of something not being okay. This almost looks like something Tim Sale might have done, but if you have a closer look, it’s obviously another Martin masterpiece.

Detective Comics #874 by Francesco Francavilla

Without question, Francesco Francavilla is quickly ascending in the ranks as my new favorite artist of the year. Every cover, every issue featuring his glorious interior art, and I’m left speechless. His pulpy feel sells the covers and characters well, giving you a gloomy, yet suspenseful feeling. And the way he plays with the shades of colors on this cover in particular is just fantastic! Give me more Francavilla Batman, DC. I demand this of you.

In this episode, I’m joined once again by Nic Fury to discuss the upcoming geeky movies of 2011. Well, they’re not all geeky, but the ones that strike our fancy.

In this special episode, Cammy discusses how awesomely amazing Iron Man 2 was (just like we knew it would be).

Even with a dull week for comics, a Pick of the Week rises to the top! From Greg Rucka & Matt Southworth, we have Stumptown #1 (Oni Press). Fast Five picks include Captain America: Reborn #4 (Marvel), Atomika #11 (Mercury Comics), Psylocke #1 (Marvel), The Mighty #10 (DC), and Strange Tales #3 (Marvel).

If you like crime comics, I highly recommend you give Stumptown a try! With Greg Rucka at the helm, how can you go wrong?

Tons of fun in this episode! Pick of the week goes to the Luna Brothers for The Sword #19 (Image). Fast Five includes Dark Reign: The List – Daredevil (Marvel), Batman and Robin #4 (DC), M.O.D.O.K. Reign Delay #1 (Marvel), Blackest Night #3 (DC), and Punisher: Noir #2 (Marvel).

Stay tuned for a special contest thanks to Rising Sun Creations!

The picks keep on coming in this Point-Five Episode! Fast Five picks include Dark Avengers #7 (Marvel), Fables #86 (Vertigo), Blackest Night: Tales Of The Corps #1 (DC), Captain America #601 (Marvel), and Robot 13: Colossus! #1 (Blacklist Studios).

Remember, no review show next week because of Comic-Con, but expect some footage from Preview Night as filler!

Surprising week for comics! Pick of the Week goes to Robert Kirkman and Ryan Ottley for Invincible #63 (Image). Fast Five picks include Destroyer #3 (MAX), Jack Of Fables #35 (Vertigo), Dark Reign: Fantastic Four #4 (Marvel), Red Mass For Mars #3 (Image), and Captain America #600 (Marvel).

Special Thanks to Rising Sun Creations for sponsoring the contest!

As promised, a “.5″ Episode! Picks include Batman: Battle For The Cowl #3 (DC), Invincible #62 (Image), Ex Machina #42 (WildStorm), Captain America #50 (Marvel), and Final Crisis Aftermath: Dance #1 (DC).

Batman, Captain America, and the Super Young Team made this week jam-packed with awesomeness!

Spectacular week for comics! The pick of the week goes to none other than the Crimson Comedian, the Regeneratin’ Degenerate, the Merc With A Mouth, that’s right; Deadpool #2 (Marvel)! Fast Five picks include Captain America #42 (Marvel), Hellboy: The Crooked Man #3 (Dark Horse), The Immortal Iron Fist: Orson Randall And The Death Queen Of California (Marvel), Superman / Batman #52 (DC), and Black Panther #41 (Marvel).

Marvel truly did dominate this week, and with Deadpool leading the way, how can you go wrong?