HOT TOYS MAN OF STEEL GENERAL ZOD Preview

Here's a preview for HOT TOYS' GENERAL ZOD figure based on the likeness of actor Michael Shannon from the film MAN OF STEEL.

Here's the official word from Hot Toys from their Facebook Fanpage:

“You are not alone.” Hot Toys has previously presented the Superman and Jor-El Collectible Figures from Man of Steel and we are very excited to introduce the next character to join the series – General Zod.

Determined to rebuild Krypton and restore the Kryptonian race, General Zod has searched across an ocean of stars for Kal-El and the codex. Upon confrontation with Superman, General Zod proves to be a formidable opponent and engages in intense battle across the city during the climax of the movie.

The movie-accurate collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Michael Shannon as General Zod in the movie which features a detailed head sculpt, interchangeable armored head, and meticulously constructed costume."



























I got no problem with this figure but I'm really hoping that you can remove the armor so that you can imitate that last scene from MAN OF STEEL.

Man of Steel Breaks Record with P69.52-M Opening Returns

MANILA, June 13, 2013 – The new, origin film of Superman flew off to a blockbuster start yesterday as “Man of Steel” surpassed the industry's all-time opening day record with a nationwide gross of a monumental P69.52-M.

“Man of Steel's” phenomenal debut bested the opening day record previously established only last April by “Iron Man 3” at P62.9-million.

This was announced today by Francis Soliven, general manager of Warner Bros. (F.E.), Inc. which distributed the film. “This is a day of reckoning for Superman,” added Soliven. “He's a larger-than-life character beloved by millions of Filipinos, and this was proven today. Fans and families welcomed him back overwhelmingly as evidenced by the long lines, the ubiquitous Superman shirts everywhere, and the cheers at the end of screenings.”

Man of Steel Reveals Evolution of Modern Super Hero

From Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures comes the epic action-adventure “Man of Steel,” under the direction of Zack Snyder (“300,” “Watchmen”).

In the film, a young boy learns that he has extraordinary powers and is not of this Earth. As a young man, he journeys to discover where he came from and what he was sent here to do. But the hero in him must emerge if he is to save the world from annihilation and become the symbol of hope for all mankind.

The film stars Henry Cavill in the role of Clark Kent/Kal-El, four-time Oscar® nominee Amy Adams, Oscar® nominee Michael Shannon, Academy Award® winner Kevin Costner, Oscar® nominee Diane Lane (“Unfaithful”), Oscar® nominee Laurence Fishburne (“What’s Love Got to Do with It”), Antje Traue, Ayelet Zurer, Christopher Meloni, and Academy Award® winner Russell Crowe (“Gladiator”).

Heat Vision and Mountains of Skulls in Man of Steel Screenshots

Here are a couple of screenshots from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures including Superman buried a pile of skulls and General Zod using heat vision.

These screenshots of course came from the recent Zod-centric trailer for Zack Snyder and Christopher Nolan's vision for Superman.

More photos after the cut...

It's General Zod's Turn in the New Man of Steel Trailer

Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures have just revealed online the `Fate of Your Planet' trailer of “Man of Steel” which you can watch at http://youtu.be/QgsgkrTdNJU.

In “Man of Steel,” a young boy learns that he has extraordinary powers and is not of this Earth. As a young man, he journeys to discover where he came from and what he was sent here to do. But the hero in him must emerge if he is to save the world from annihilation and become the symbol of hope for all mankind.

New Character Poster for Man of Steel Features Zod, Superman and Jor-El

The new Man of Steel One-sheets that have been released features cool looking poses for Superman (Henry Cavill), General Zod (Michael Shannon) and Jor-El (Russell Crowe).

More character posters after the cut...

Man of Steel Gets Empire Cover plus Never-Before-Seen Photos

The promotion for Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures' MAN OF STEEL is kicking into overdrive as we're seeing a barrage of different photos from various sources. The one below however takes the cake this week, two different covers for Empire featuring Superman and his Kryptonian nemesis General Zod.

More photos including the Empire cover featuring Zod after the cut.

Everything about the new Zod is menacing and intimidating, well everything except Michael Shannon's bowl cut.

Meanwhile check out the lo-res photos from Entertainment Weekly featuring Faora and much more.

This one I like mainly because of the pre-heat vision signature look

Man of Steel stars Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Michael Shannon, Antje Traue, Kevin Costner, Russell Crowe, Laurence Fishburne and more. It's directed by Zack Snyder and is produced by Christopher Nolan. Locally distributed by Warner Bros. Philippines and opens June 2013.

Play Arts Kai Man of Steel General Zod Preview - Looks Vicious and Appealing

Leave it Square Enix's Play Arts Kai to just go out of their way and create this beast of an action figure - General Zod from Man of Steel.

The figure has lots of articulation and also features a decent likeness of actor Michael Shannon who plays Zod in the new movie from Warner Bros. directed by Zack Snyder and produced by Christopher Nolan.

New EW Cover Features Man of Steel's Henry Cavill

Henry Cavill gives us a great action pose as Superman as he lands in the cover of Entertainment Weekly promoting the upcoming Man of Steel.

Cannot wait for Zack Snyder and Christopher Nolan's envisioning of Superman from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Studios. Man of Steel also stars Amy Adams, Michael Shannon, Kevin Costner, Russel Crowe, Laurence Fishburne and more.

Man of Steel Movie Masters Wave 1 Preview

Coming soon from Mattel - the first wave of Man of Steel Movie Masters.

Here's what TNI had to say:

Movie Masters figures are designed with the ultimate authentic detail and supreme quality to bring fans favorite characters to life. This assortment features heroes and villains from the movie “Man of Steel™.” A high level of articulation lets fans of all ages pose the figures in countless ways for fan-tastic fun! Includes one figure and one display base. Each sold separately, subject to availability. The first wave includes:

A Closer Look at the Man of Steel Emblems

I'm always fascinated by coat-of-arms and so here's me analyzing or failing at analyzing the 'coat-of-arms' which will be seen in Warner Bros.' "Man of Steel" starring Henry Cavill as Superman/ Clark Kent.

So let's see is really just a skewered version of the "S" shield logo from "Superman Returns". Rather than sticking to the classic look, the creative team for the movie added some nice touches such as the intertwining lines. They've also managed to fatten up the middle part of the logo. Love what they did to the upper "S", they made it look sleeker like somehow getting inspiration from a car logo or something.

Superman is Chained and Arrested in Man of Steel Teaser Poster

Henry Cavill's Superman is chained and dragged away in this new poster for Zack Snyder's Man of Steel.

I've heard reports of this scene as early as SDCC 2012 but I wasn't counting on this being the first promotional poster for the movie. Anyway the new Superman movie from Warner Bros. will also star Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Michael Shannon as General Zod and is produced by The Dark Knight Rises director Christopher Nolan.

Here's what our friends from Warner Bros. Philippines official statement for this new poster:

New Promotional Material for Man of Steel by Jim Lee

Jim Lee does excellent promotional materials including this cool looking popart-esque portrait featuring the Superman iteration we would be seeing for Warner Bros.' "Man of Steel".

Also word on the street is that we'll definitely be seeing the first full trailer for Man of Steel which stars Henry Cavill as Superman, Amy Adams as Lois Lane and Michael Shannon as General Zod. 

Via [Comics-x-aminer]

Man of Steel to be Released in 3D

BURBANK, CA, November 7, 2012 – Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures announced today that director Zack Snyder’s upcoming action adventure “Man of Steel” will be presented in 3D in select theaters, as well as in 2D and IMAX®, so fans of the iconic superhero will be able to experience the much-anticipated movie in their format of choice.

Snyder stated, “The film is going to be a visually exciting experience in all formats: 2D, 3D and IMAX. Anticipating how audiences today embrace 3D, we designed and photographed the movie in a way that would allow ‘Man of Steel’ to captivate those movie goers, while respecting fans who prefer a more traditional cinematic experience. We’ve taken great measures to ensure the film and the story come first, and 3D is meant as an enhancement.”