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Welcome to Astonishing Marvels
Hello, everyone! If you are reading this, then you are among the first to visit our new website, Astonishing Marvels. But what is Astonishing Marvels, exactly? Astonishing Marvels is a spin-off site from Watchtower of Babel News, which covers content on DC movies, television shows, and more. On AM, however, we will be giving you the latest news and rumors surrounding Marvel projects. Additionally, we will feature original content, such as editorials and reviews. Which Marvel projects will we talk about, you may ask? Obviously, the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s films and television shows will be covered. But we will also discuss 20th Century Fox’s X-Men and Fantastic Four franchises, Sony’s…
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OFFICIAL: Watchtower of Babel News Launches Sister Site – Astonishing Marvels
After months of planning, Watchtower of Babel News is ready to launch something new. Today, we are excited to confirm that our next venture goes beyond the DC Universe. We are happy to introduce to you our brand new sister site, Astonishing Marvels. Astonishing Marvels is a spin-off site from Watchtower of Babel News, which covers content on DC movies, television shows, and more. On AM, however, we will be giving you the latest news and rumors surrounding Marvel projects. Additionally, we will feature original content, such as editorials and reviews. Which Marvel projects will we talk about, you may ask? Obviously, the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s films and television shows will…
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THE FLASH Finally Reveals Savitar’s Identity
Like in its first two seasons, The Flash‘s biggest mystery this year has been the man behind the mask of the evil speedster Savitar. There have been a lot of fan theories surrounding his identity, as usual. Plus, the show has really taken its time in building up to the reveal, which certainly tests the patience of its viewers. And last week’s cliffhanger, which saw Savitar reveal himself to Killer Frost (but not to us), only further increased the frustration. But in this week’s episode – Episode 20 of the season, in fact – Savitar’s true identity is finally revealed. While fans may have seen this coming, it is truly…
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AQUAMAN Officially Begins Production
After years of development and preparation, production on the next DC film is now underway in Australia. Via Twitter, director James Wan confirmed the start of principal photography on Aquaman (working title “Ahab”). Filming will continue until some time later this year. Months of intensive prep have led to this. Here we go. #DayOne #Ahab pic.twitter.com/Ryhl3NUtRY — James Wan (@creepypuppet) May 3, 2017 Aquaman stars Jason Momoa as the titular hero, along with Amber Heard as Mera, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Black Manta, Patrick Wilson as Orm, Nicole Kidman as Atlanna, Dolph Lundgren as Nereus, Temuera Morrison as Thomas Curry, and Willem Dafoe as Vulko. We first saw Momoa’s Aquaman in Batman…
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John Barrowman’s Malcolm Merlyn Won’t Return to the Arrowverse Next Season
Malcolm Merlyn, played by John Barrowman, has been a key player in the Arrowverse from the beginning. The actor signed a deal last year to be a series regular across all three shows; Wentworth Miller and Katie Cassidy signed similar deals. Barrowman was the big bad of Arrow‘s first season, popped up a couple times in the second season, and was a series regular in seasons three and four. This season, he was a member of the Legion of Doom on DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, and he even appeared in the Flash/Supergirl musical crossover. But, alas, all good things must come to an end. Barrowman confirmed to fans at Planet…
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THE BATMAN Director Matt Reeves Comments on His Love for the “Powerful” Character
A couple months ago, Warner Bros. confirmed that Matt Reeves will be directing The Batman, taking over from star Ben Affleck. While unconfirmed, it is expected that the film’s script – previously written by Affleck, Geoff Johns, and Chris Terrio – may undergo additional changes to better suit Reeves’ vision. Now, the filmmaker has shed some light on exactly why he was drawn to this character in the first place. Speaking with LA Daily News, Reeves admits that he hasn’t fully finalized his approach to Batman yet, due to his post-production work on War for the Planet of the Apes. But he says that, as a child, the two franchises…
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Funko Unveils JUSTICE LEAGUE Movie Pop! Figures
Recently, Warner Bros. launched the “Join the League” viral site, which allows readers to access exclusive content and more from the Justice League movie. Yesterday, the site debuted our first proper look at Funko’s upcoming Pop! line for the film. The Pop! figures will hit stores on August 12th. The figures are of Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, The Flash, Cyborg, and, yes, Superman. Of course, this is just the initial wave; store exclusives are expected to be revealed at a later date, while Mera has been seen in concept art. Check out the Funko Pops! below, and stay tuned for more as we have it. Justice League is scheduled to…
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FLASH SPOILER Review: Episode 3×19- “Once and Future Flash”
The Flash (3×19) – “The Once and Future Flash” Written by: Carina Adly MacKenzie Directed by: Tom Cavanagh O-KAY! Quick thing first, thanks Michael for taking the controls for the last review. You did me proud. You even kept it short, I get the feeling I would’ve gone on some sort of tangent about the origins of the word “Abracadabra” in the Kabbalah… and here I am; about to fall into that trap now. Let’s get to the review. We open on snowy Central City while Barry and Iris contemplate their future. Not together and not in the same way, Iris is essentially planning her will while Barry’s…
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DC to Launch Digital Streaming Service Spearheaded by YOUNG JUSTICE Season 3 and TITANS
DC Entertainment made a very exciting announcement today. The company is teaming up with Warner Bros. Digital Networks Group to launch a new digital streaming service, dedicated exclusively to DC. Launching in 2018, the direct-to-consumer service will be home to DC-related content, including original shows. For this venture, DC is reviving two television projects: the live action Titans and the previously announced third season of Young Justice. Titans will be written by Akiva Goldsman, Geoff Johns, and Arrowverse creator Greg Berlanti. The three will produce the series alongside Sarah Schechter. Titans will unite many younger superheroes from the DC Universe, including Dick Grayson, Starfire, Raven, and Beast Boy. Additionally, we…
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WONDER WOMAN Director Patty Jenkins Talks Ares’ Motivation, Possible Sequel, and More
We’re a little over a month away from the release of DC Films’ Wonder Woman, and the marketing campaign is in full swing. Recently, director Patty Jenkins spoke with Toronto Sun about creating the superhero movie. During the interview, she shed some light on the big bad’s motivation, along with what she hopes to see in a sequel. By now, it’s no secret that Ares is the main villain of Wonder Woman. Jenkins previously confirmed him, while we’ve seen him in toys based on the film. Now, she explains what Ares’ mission is. (Some potential MILD SPOILERS ahead.) “The villain just wants the war to continue. He’s infiltrated himself into…





























