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GKO: MADHOUSE
Here you will find our rambalings on all area's of Batman, interviews and speical features!
JL: CRISIS ON TWO EARTHS REVIEW
We review Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths.
BATMAN OF ZUR-EN-ARRH
We take a look at the Batman of Zur-En-Arrh from Batman #113.
GREG RUCKA INTERVIEW
Gotham Knights Online - Interview with Greg Rucka.
BTS: MUSIC MEISTER
A behind the scenens look at The Music Meister.
REVIEW: SB: PE
We review Superman / Batman: Public Enemies.
J.H. WILLIAMS III INTERVIEW
Gotham Knights Online - Interview with J.H. Wiilams III
REVIEW - BATMAN: AA
We review the most eagarly anticipated game this year!
BATMAN CRIME JAZZ
Composers talk crime jazz for Batman
DC Direct have released their advance November product solicitations. November is a huge month for Batman Merchandise, but we've also been show the Red Hood maquette again with cover art from Batman: Under the Red Hood DVD.
BATMAN: UNDER THE RED HOOD DVD RED HOOD MAQUETTE
SCULPTED BY DEREK MILLER
Batman faces his ultimate challenge as the mysterious Red Hood takes Gotham City by firestorm. One part vigilante, one part criminal kingpin, Red Hood begins cleaning up Gotham City with the efficiency of Batman, but without following the same ethical code. Killing is an option. And when The Joker falls in the balance between the two, hard truths emerge and old wounds reopen. With a fantastic voice cast headed by Bruce Greenwood, Jensen Ackles, Brad Dourif and Neil Patrick Harris, this dazzling DC Universe Original Animated Movie twists and turns through action-packed battles and exciting surprises for a thrill ride you can’t miss!
This hand-painted cold-cast porcelain maquette of Red Hood is based on art from the highly anticipated Warner Home Video made-for-DVD animated original movie, Batman: Under the Red Hood!
Measuring approximately 9.5” high x 4.25” wide x 6.25” deep (including the base), the maquette includes a 4-color Certificate of Authenticity and is packaged in a 4-color box.
Limited edition of 1000! * Quantities may be allocated.
On sale July 7, 2010 * Statue *$99.99 US
THE JOKER 1:4 SCALE MUSEUM QUALITY STATUE
SCULPTED BY JONATHAN MATTHEWS
He’s dy-na-mite!
The Joker flirts with his own destiny as he stands on top of a pile of dynamite, with his hand on the detonator!
This classic rendition of the Clown Prince of Crime is the latest addition to DC Direct’s exclusive 1:4 scale museum quality statue series. Featuring mixed media elements from resin to fabric, the numerous textures add visual interest to the already stunning scene.
THE JOKER 1:4 SCALE MUSEUM QUALITY STATUE includes hand-painted resin parts, measures approximately 19” high x 11” wide x 7.25” deep, and is packaged in a 4-color box with a 4-color Certificate of Authenticity.
Limited Edition. Manufactured to order.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 3, 2010
Statue * $325 US
GOTHAM CITY STORIES: PART 4: HARLEY QUINN VS. ROBIN
SCULPTED BY JOSEPH MENNA
Build your own adventure with GOTHAM CITY STORIES!
Harley Quinn and Robin join the GOTHAM CITY STORIES line as the fourth part of DC Direct’s series of dimensional display pieces! In this scenario, Harley bops Robin on the head as he tries to thwart her escape.
DC Direct has created a new way for fans and collectors to celebrate their favorite DC Comics characters. This highly detailed resin rendition of Harley Quinn vs. Robin is designed to hang on the wall or be displayed on a desk or shelf. Each piece in the GOTHAM CITY STORIES series tells a story on its own, and when multiple pieces of the series are displayed together, new and different stories emerge.
This limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain display piece measures approximately 5.75" high x 6.5" wide x 3.25" deep and is packaged in a 4-color box with a 4-color Certificate of Authenticity.
Limited Edition. Manufactured to order.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 10, 2010 * Statue * $99.99 US
COVER GIRLS OF THE DC UNIVERSE: BATGIRL STATUE
DESIGNED BY ADAM HUGHES
SCULPTED BY JACK MATHEWS
Batgirl is the latest superhero to join one of the most successful DC Direct statue lines of all time – the COVER GIRLS OF THE DC UNIVERSE!
Specially designed by fan-favorite artist Adam Hughes, this statue depicts a fun-loving Barbara Gordon as she untangles her bat-line.
Hand-painted, cold-cast in porcelain and measuring approximately 8.875” high x 8.375” wide x 4” deep, this statue includes a 4-color Certificate of Authenticity and is packaged in a 4-color box.
Limited Edition. Manufactured to order.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 10, 2010 * Statue * $99.99 US
DC UNIVERSE ONLINE STATUE: BATMAN
BASED ON THE ART OF JIM LEE
This statue features Batman clutching his cape as he prepares to set off to the rescue.
Hand-painted, cold-cast in porcelain and measuring approximately 7.5” high x 5.5” wide x 3.5” deep, this statue is packaged in a 4-color box.
Limited Edition. Manufactured to order.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 17, 2010 * Statue * $80 US
DC UNIVERSE ONLINE STATUE: CATWOMAN
BASED ON THE ART OF JIM LEE
This statue features Catwoman playfully twirling her whip.
Hand-painted, cold-cast in porcelain and measuring approximately 7.25” high x 4.5” wide x 2.25” deep, this statue is packaged in a 4-color box.
Limited Edition. Manufactured to order.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 17, 2010
Statue * $75 US
AME-COMI HEROINE SERIES: CATWOMAN (V.1) PURPLE SUIT VARIANT PVC FIGURE
SCULPTED BY JACK MATHEWS
She’s back!
After the first version of AME-COMI: CATWOMAN sold out in record time, DC Direct is pleased to offer the piece again – this time in her classic purple costume.
Packaged in a 4-color window box with J-hook, this non-articulated PVC statue stands approximately 9.25” high and includes a display base.
Limited Edition. Manufactured to order.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 10, 2010 * Statue * $60 US
LISTEN TO THIS WEEKS PODCAST ONLINE COVERING NEWS, REVIEWS AND INTERVIEWS WITH GUESTS FROM ALL BATMAN INDUSTRIES!
GKO: PODCAST #43
This week we cover the usual news in the Batman Universe. 4th to 17th Oct, including Batman: Knightfall Pt11.
23-10-10
GKO: PODCAST #42
This week we cover the usual news in the Batman Universe. 20th Sept to 3rd Oct, including Batman: Knightfall Pt10.
09-10-10
GKO: PODCAST #41
This week we cover the usual news in the Batman Universe. 13th to Sept 20th, including Batman: Knightfall Pt9.
14-09-10
GKO: PODCAST #40
This week we cover the usual news in the Batman Universe. Aug 30th to Sept 12th, including Batman: Knightfall Pt8.
14-09-10
GKO: PODCAST #39
This week we cover the usual news in the Batman Universe. Aug 23rd to Aug 29th, including Batman: Knightfall Pt7.
31-08-10
GKO: PODCAST #38
This week we cover the usual news in the Batman Universe. Aug 9th to Aug 22nd, including Batman: Knightfall Pt6.
24-08-10
GKO: PODCAST #37
This week we cover the usual news in the Batman Universe. Aug 2nd to Aug 8th, including Batman: Knightfall Pt5.
03-08-10
GKO: PODCAST #36
This week we have a new host and review Batman: Under the Red Hood along with all the news from the week.
03-08-10
GKO: PODCAST #35
This is our SDCC '10 coverage special covering all the news from July 19th to July 25th.
26-07-10
GKO: PODCAST #34
This week we cover the usual news in the Batman Universe. July 12th to July 18th, including Batman: Knightfall Pt2.
19-07-10
GKO: PODCAST #33
This week we cover the usual news in the Batman Universe. July 5th to July 11th, including Batman: Knightfall Pt1.
12-07-10
GKO: PODCAST #31
This week we cover the usual news in the Batman Universe. June 14th to June 20th.
21-06-10
GKO: PODCAST #30
This week we cover the amazing release of Batman #700. June 7th to June 13th.
14-06-10
GKO: PODCAST #29
This week we cover the usual news in the Batman Universe. May 31st to June 6th.
7-06-10
GKO: PODCAST #28
This week we cover the usual news in the Batman Universe. May 24th to May 30th.
31-05-10
GKO: PODCAST #27
This week we cover the usual news in the Batman Universe. May 10th to May 23rd.
24-05-10
GKO: PODCAST #24
This week we interview with artist Lee Garbett to talk about his current run on Batgirl
01-03-10
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