www.86thfloor.com     PREVIEWS VOL. XVIX #5 May 2009  

UK Supplement

COMICS

2000 AD

2000 AD PROG #1642-1646
Thirty-two pages of action, excitement and adventure, 2000 AD is the UK’s leading sci-fi comic, packed with stories by a stellar lineup of creators! Future lawman Judge Dredd investigates possessed perps in “High Spirits” by Ian Edginton and Dave Taylor; Johnny Alpha is on the trail of a missing wife in “Strontium Dog: The Mork Whisperer” by John Wagner and Carlos Ezquerra; whack-tastic hitmen Sinister Dexter are back, and the city of Downlode is under threat in “Wish You Were Here” by Dan Abnett and Anthony Williams; humanity faces its darkest hour in a new Red Seas adventure, “The Chimes at Midnight” by Ian Edginton and Steve Yeowell; and hoodie horror series “Cradlegrave” comes to a fiery climax courtesy of John Smith and Edmund Bagwell!
SC £1.90 Ea.

ABC WARRIORS: THE VOLGAN WARS VOLUME 1 HC
Scribe, Pat Mills and artist Clint Langley bring you the first volume of the Volgan War... Mars, the far future. War droids created for a conflict that ended centuries ago, the ABC Warriors are resistant to atomic and chemical warfare. Recruited to bring peace to the civil war-ravaged frontier colonies on the Red Planet, the Meknificent Seven are currently reminiscing over their years spent fighting in the Volgan War. (9781906735029)
HC £13.99

BATMAN

BATMAN LEGENDS #31
The “Final Crisis” crossover spectacular continues here! Glimpse the thrilling conclusion of Superman’s mission to the Oververse, as he battles the enemy of all life and all stories – then discover what’s been up with Batman since his abduction by the forces of Darkseid last issue! (977174108202031)
SC £2.60

EUROPEAN

THE ART OF AUSONIA HC
The contemporary world has countless different faces, with much light and shade. Ausonia captures its most disquieting features. Those who loved Pinocchio – Storia di un Bambino and P Hpc should not miss this one, for it provides unique insight into the workings of the mind of one of the most interesting comic authors to have emerged in recent years. Pictures and words, preparatory studies and colour illustrations take us through the creation of famous and as yet unfinished works. Let Ausonia show you the world through different eyes. (9788862330015) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
HC, 56pg £17.50

OFFERED AGAIN

O/A ONIRIKA HC GN
by Simone Bianchi
Rising comics superstar Simone Bianchi followed up his work on the bestselling Ego Sum and Shining Knight series (the last one written by Grant Morrison) with this stunning illustration book, now available once more. Onirika is Bianchi’s exploration of a fantastic realm unique in its genre. You’ll discover a parade of paintings, sketches and studies never printed before, from classic fantasy background to metaphysical mood, plus special tributes to major comic book heroes. (888781063X) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
HC, 64pg £19.99

PINOCCHIO – HISTOIRE D’UN ENFANT HC GN
While the puppets’ world is tossed by the war against the crickets, a strange defendant deposes in front of the justice. His name is Pinocchio… The immortal novel written by Collodi, revised from the biting texts and drawings of Ausonia, becomes a deformed lens to relate a world crudely real. This French language GN offers a take on this classic tale that will leave a haunting impression long after you’ve finished reading. (8887810842) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
HC, 64pg £14.99

TOUR DE FRANCE GN
by Massimiliano Frezzato
A poetic travelogue? An experiment? A journal? Tour de France defies any easy description. Simply put, this title is the wildly creative result of Frezzato’s documentation of a four month promotional tour. The 60 pages of this French language book are printed on coloured paper, as in the original journal. (8887810656) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC, 64pg £11.99

MARVEL COMICS

ASTONISHING SPIDER-MAN VOLUME 2 #59
A “Civil War” epilogue! Following the shocking events in Marvel Legends #34, Spider-Man questions everything he’s ever fought for. But before he can come to terms with recent events, the wall-crawler must contend with the Rhino! Also, following on from the fallout of Civil War, Spider-Man faces his most traumatic challenge to date! Aunt May is dying – shot by a bullet meant for the web-slinger! Can Spider-Man save her life and uncover who is responsible for this heinous crime? Plus, Spider-Man’s life is further complicated as strange Spider-Men begin appearing all over the city, causing havoc wherever they go. Who’s creating these arachnid doppelgangers and why? Story and art by Jeph Loeb, David Finch, Ron Garney, Roberto Aguirre-Sasca, Ramon Bachs and Angel Medina! Includes material reprinted from Fallen Son: Spider-Man, Amazing Spider-Man #539 and Sensational Spider-Man #35! (977136051704059)
Comic, 76pg £2.50

ASTONISHING SPIDER-MAN VOLUME 2 #60
As Aunt May’s life hangs in the balance, Spider-Man goes on a quest for vengeance! But the
question is, if and when Spider-Man finds those responsible, will he cross the line from hero to
killer? Plus, the mystery of the multiple Spider-Men deepens. Who are these men crawling around the city of New York? From where did they acquire their powers, and why? And what does Peter’s student Jordan Harrison have to do with it? Mad scientist Dr. Calvin Zabo may have the answers, but asking him risks the wrath of… Mister Hyde! Also, will Spider-Man uncover the truth behind the Uncle Ben from the alternate universe? Plus, the savage Sandman returns! Story and art by J. Michael Straczynski, Ron Garney, Roberto Aguirre-Sasca, Ramon Bachs, Angel Medina, Peter David and Todd Nauck! Includes material reprinted from Amazing Spider-Man #540, Sensational Spider-Man #36 and Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #17! (977136051704060)
Comic, 76pg £2.50

AVENGERS UNCONQUERED #8
The Secret Avengers hit Japan on their first explosive mission! Will they escape Iron Man? Can they save Echo from Elektra and the Hand? Who is the new Ronin? What is the true fate of Captain America? The answers are revealed here! Story and art by Brian Michael Bendis and Leinil Yu! Includes material reprinted from New Avengers #28-30. (977175899400208)
Comic, 76pg £2.50

DEADPOOL VOLUME 2: WE DON’T NEED ANOTHER HERO TP
The merc with a mouth returns and finds himself up to his neck in trouble and a world of pain as he battles Sasquatch, Taskmaster and his academy of Ninjas as well, as he is hoping to find a cure for the fatal disease that is ravaging his body! However, the key to his cure just happens to be everybody’s favourite jade giant – the Incredible Hulk! Guest starring Siryn of the X-Men. Collecting Deadpool (Vol. 1) #1-11, from the creative team of Joe Kelly and Ed McGuinness. (9781846534270)
SC £14.99

ESSENTIAL X-MEN #180
A “Civil War” chapter! Storm clashes with the Thor clone in the final conflict between Captain America and Iron Man’s forces! Plus: a new adventure! The X-Men and Agent Brand head for the planet called Breakworld – and a fight against an entire species! Story and art by Joss Whedon, John Cassaday, Reginald Hudlin and Marcus To! Includes material reprinted from Astonishing X-Men #19-20 and Black Panther #25. (977136051804780)
Comic, 76pg £2.50

FANTASTIC FOUR ADVENTURES #54
The new Fantastic Four receive a baptism by fire when they face the Silver Surfer in combat! But why has their former ally turned on them? Don’t miss the cosmic battle as a fallen hero is reborn! Also: a classic 1960s adventure! Galactus prepares to consume Earth – and the FF are powerless to stop him! Story and art by Dwayne McDuffie, Paul Pelletier, Stan Lee and Jack Kirby! Includes material reprinted from Fantastic Four #545-546 and Fantastic Four (Vol. 1) #49. (977174616901654)
Comic, 76pg £2.50

G.I. JOE VOLUME 1 TP
A new beginning and a new world of threats for the fighting men and women of the elite military force known as G.I. Joe! They are freedom’s last hope and the first to battle against a hidden enemy in a secret war that’s already been won. The terrorist underworld whispers of COBRA, but who or what is that, and what can the Joes do to stop an enemy they can’t identify (or find)? Written by fan favourite Chuck Dixon with art from Robert Atkins, as well as a gallery of variant covers from painter extraordinaire Gabrielle Dell’Otto! Collects issues #1-10 of IDW’s relaunched series. (9781846534249)
SC £14.99

THE BEST OF G.I. JOE VOLUME 1 TP
The ultimate world peacekeeping force is back! G.I. Joe is an international anti-terrorist task force dedicated to protecting the free nations of the planet from any and all threats, none of which come any deadlier than that of the nefarious COBRA, a dangerous and highly equipped organisation intent on world domination. Collected together for the first time are best issues from the legendary 12 year run from Marvel Comics. Includes stories from G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Special Missions and G.I. Joe Yearbook. (9781846534256)
SC £14.99

MIGHTY WORLD OF MARVEL #84
A “Civil War” chapter! More action from the Marvel Universe with three titanic tales! The Punisher faces the wrath of Captain America as the Civil War blazes! She-Hulk’s pal Awesome Andy gets the spotlight as his origin is revealed! The Hulk struggles to bring peace to Sakaar in “Planet Hulk”! Story and art by Matt Fraction, Ariel Olivetti, Dan Slott, Rick Burchett, Greg Pak and Aaron Lopresti! Includes material reprinted from Punisher: War Journal #3, She-Hulk #14 and Incredible Hulk (Vol. 2) #103. (977147980501484)
Comic, 76pg £2.50

WOLVERINE & DEADPOOL #167
A new saga begins! Wolverine teams up with Captain America and Nick Fury in World War II – but are they really all on the same side? The shocking truth unfolds! Also: Deadpool’s mental state deteriorates even further, thanks to the diabolical Black Swan – but will anyone notice? Story and art by Daniel Way, Steve Dillon, Gail Simone and Arnold Tsang! Includes material reprinted from Wolverine: Origins #16-17 and Deadpool #68. (977174485301667)
Comic, 76pg £2.50

MANGA

THE SAGA OF DARREN SHAN VOLUME 1: CIRQUE DU FREAK GN
by Darren Shan & Takashiro Arai
First time in Previews UK! The amazing manga retelling of Darren Shan’s international best-selling vampire saga, with illustrations by Japanese artist Takahiro Arai is here! The stunning illustrations and manga format give a new dimension to this ever-popular adventure, available for the first time in translation in the UK. This is a must-have for Shan fans and manga aficionados alike. (9780007320875) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC £5.99

MISCELLANEOUS

ARTHUR: THE LEGEND GN
The Dark Ages were a time of change and turmoil across Europe. After reigning supreme in Britain for 300 years the Romans returned to the continent, leaving the Isle of the Mighty in the hands of its original inhabitants, the Britons. Covered by marauding Saxons from the east, pillaging Irish from the west and fearsome Picts from the north, Dark Ages Britain’s bountiful pastures were under constant siege. With never ending quarrels and inter-tribal warring between the Britons themselves, Britain was ready for a strong and mighty leader to rally its people and repel the invading hordes. This leader was to be Arthur, born to return the Island of Britain to its rightful owners – the Britons. His fame and stature transcended the centuries and he remains as enigmatic today as he has always been. Originally published as part of a nine volume series in French, this graphic novel is a collection of the first two volumes. (9781906587079) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC, 108pg £9.99

FIDEL: A GRAPHIC NOVEL LIFE OF FIDEL CASTRO
The Cuban Revolution of 1959, spearheaded by the young Fidel Castro along with his companion in arms, Ernesto “Che” Guevara, is mythic in both its dream and reality. Fidel offers a uniquely readable and illustrated account of the struggle for Castro to define and defend his nation in the face of fear and opposition from the United States, Cuba’s neighbour a scant ninety miles away. In addition to discussing the Bay of Pigs and the Cold War, the author examines Cuban influence in Latin American insurgencies, the student protests of 1968 in Europe, African American uprisings in the United States, the liberation of Vietnam, the decolonization of Africa, the end of apartheid, and the rise of Cuban ally Hugo Chávez, the president of Venezuela. Along with entertaining comics and photographs, this short text traces Castro’s ambitions as he aims to endow the face of socialism with creative, intelligent, and humanitarian features, and shows a man indistinguishable from his revolution and his country. (9781583227824) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC, 176pg £10.99

I LIKE MY JOB
by Sarah Herman
I Like My Job begins with its protagonist facing the numbing realisation that her job is no longer challenging. From performance review to unwanted promotion we follow her ups and downs against a backdrop of petty office politics. But hers isn’t a mundane every-day-is-the-same existence. At times charming, at times brutal, the minimal black and white line drawings of this graphic novel deftly uncover hidden emotions. Sarah Herman skewers the mixture of monotony and paranoia that is office life in a few wincingly funny words and pictures. NOTE: This item may be available in high street stores prior to comic shops. (9780224085762) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC, 296pg £12.99

KIDNAPPED GN UK
by Cam Kennedy & Alan Grant
It is 1751. Scotland has suffered through a time of uncertainty and rebellion, and young David Balfour is alone and penniless in the world. He doesn’t realise that a letter from his dead father is about to launch him on the most frightening, exciting and incredible adventure of his life. As he sets out to find an uncle he didn’t know existed, David has no idea that he will narrowly escape being murdered - that a fortune is rightfully his - that he will be kidnapped and thrown from one escapade to another in the company of the dynamic master-swordsman and fugitive, Alan Breck. Together, they must make a dramatic and extraordinary journey across Scotland so that David can claim his rightful inheritance. This is an epic story of adventure, friendship, murder and revenge! (9781902407388) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC, 64pg £8.99

THE STRANGE CASE OF DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE GN UK
by Cam Kennedy, Alan Grant & Jamie Grant
This stunning 2008 graphic novel of an R.L. Stevenson classic from the creative “dream team” of Cam Kennedy and Alan Grant, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde follows their acclaimed graphic novel adaptation of Kidnapped, which was commissioned by the Edinburgh UNESCO City of Literature Trust. A respectable London lawyer, John Utterson, is compelled to uncover the strange connection between his old friend, the brilliant scientist Dr. Henry Jekyll, and a brooding and dangerous stranger called Edward Hyde. All who lay eyes on Hyde experience a strange and chilling feeling of fear and foreboding, and his reputation is that of a vile and violent individual. To Utterson’s dismay he finds Jekyll and Hyde have a mysterious contract between them, the details of which neither will reveal. As Utterson investigates further he uncovers a truly horrifying story of deception. (9781902407449) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC, 48pg £6.99

STAR TREK

STAR TREK COMIC #3
The movie prequel comic concludes with a bang this issue, leading directly into the science fiction spectacular that everyone’s talking about! Plus: dive deeper into the universe of the movie with more puzzles, profiles, features and pictures! (977204011900403)
Comic £2.70

STAR TREK COMIC #4
The Star Trek Comic universe expands, as we introduce a whole new generation... to the next generation! All the usual mix of puzzles, pics, profiles and features from the movie universe too! (977204011900404)
Comic £2.70

TERMINATOR

TERMINATOR COMIC #3
More stunning adventures with the human Resistance, as they take the battle to Skynet and beyond! All this, plus some amazing features on the making of the forthcoming titanium skull-crushing movie! (977204012000003)
Comic £2.70

TRANSFORMERS

TRANSFORMERS COMICS VOLUME 2 #2
Tying into the unbelievable mayhem on-screen in Revenge of the Fallen, the brand-new volume of the Transformers UK comic ramps up a gear, as an exclusive new comics story from Simon Furman sends two new Autobot heroes from Cybertron to Earth with dire warnings for Optimus Prime and the rest! Also, don’t miss the shocking second part of “All Hail Megatron!”, the day that the Decepticons won! Plus: a stunning free gift, and more incredible features on the new film! (977175144001827)
Comic £2.70

MAGAZINES

DANGEROUS INK

DANGEROUS INK VOLUME 2 #2
The US/UK lowbrow arts and illustration magazine returns, with over fifty pages of high-quality art, interviews and the best international comics! This issue features exclusive in-depth interviews with cult Ghostbusters and Oz actor Ernie Hudson, artists Laurie Lipton, Jess Joslin, Jared Joslin and Jason Limon, all-new comic strips Jonny Subconscious and Jenny’s Weird Friend, as well as regular strips The Mooks, Kreepy Kat, and loads more content! (9771754082802202)
Magazine £2.50

DANGEROUS INK VOLUME 2 #3
This issue’s got in-depth interviews with Gonzo artist Ralph Steadman, legendary animator Ray Harryhausen, and Mr. Rocky Horror himself – Richard O’Brien! Add to that the comic strips and gallery features, and you’ve got one heck of an issue! (9771754082802203)
Magazine £2.50


FORTEAN TIMES

FORTEAN TIMES #252
Since 1973, Fortean Times has been bringing you news of the weird, strange, paranormal and all out bonkers goings on in the world. With UFO spotting, ghostly images and much more appearing on a regular basis, Fortean Times is a must read magazine for followers of the strange. (72527457331852)
Magazine £4.25

NEO

NEO #61
NEO is the UK’s only anime, manga, games and Asian pop culture magazine. A highly feature-led magazine, a full spectrum of exciting topics are covered every issue, from the most mainstream to the most underground. Meanwhile a comprehensive review and preview section provides an essential buyer’s guide each issue. NEO is a fully independent magazine that is widely respected as the most authoritative voice on the subject in the UK, and constantly provides coverage that fans simply cannot be without. (977174495904661)
Magazine £4.25

SFX

SFX #186
The new Fall season of US television gets the in-depth preview treatment, including Heroes, Defying Gravity, Sanctuary and the second season of True Blood. Get all the interviews and predictions you can stand! The summer’s best DVD box sets, books and comics are reviewed, there’s a 10 page selection of retro articles that look back at the best science fiction of yesteryear, and the five pages of readers’ letters and online feedback provide irrefutable proof that SFX is the only magazine in the business to focus on grassroots sci-fi fandom. (977135859507409)
Magazine £3.99

SMALLVILLE

SMALLVILLE MAGAZINE #29
The Legion of Super-Heroes is revealed and we introduce Zatanna! Actress Cassidy Freeman dishes on playing the evil Tess Parker and Justin Hartley talks troubled super-hero Oliver Queen… Plus, take a look back at Season Eight! (977174262004729)
Magazine £4.99

STARGATE

STARGATE MAGAZINE #29
In this issue of Stargate Magazine we enter a new universe as we go inside the new spin-off! Meet Stargate star Robert Carlyle and take a look back at SG-1’s best moments. Plus, exclusive new fiction!
Magazine, FC £3.99

STAR TREK

STAR TREK MAGAZINE #146
With the brand new film approaching at warp speed, Star Trek Magazine brings you exclusive cast and crew interviews. Plus, an exclusive report from the set!
Magazine, FC £4.99

STAR WARS

STAR WARS: THE OFFICIAL STARSHIPS & VEHICLES COLLECTION #22-23
This amazing collection includes the most authentic models of starships and vehicles, cast in metal with plastic trim parts and accurate hand-painted details. These faithful reproductions of the ships and machines from the movie are superbly crafted and boast detailed parts. Each one is a work of art and a collector’s item to treasure. Each issue is accompanied by an all-you-need-to-know fact book about the starships and vehicles of the Star Wars universe, as well as character biographies and more. Each model comes in a plastic display case with backdrop ready to display on any shelf. A must-have for Star Wars fans. Ships fortnightly. (9771756967060-22/23)
#22 IMPERIAL SHUTTLE (ORIGINAL TRILOGY)—Magazine, FC £7.99
#23 STAP (SINGLE TROOPER AERIAL PLATFORM) (PREQUELS)—Magazine, FC £7.99

STAR WARS INSIDER #86
Far, far away? Discover why Star Wars locations are closer than you think. Also, James Arnold Taylor weighs in on voicing the Jedi Knight Obi-Wan Kenobi, Warwick Davis dishes on the furry side of the Force and we take a look at Princess Leia’s journey to becoming a Rebel rouser! Plus, meet the Ewoks! (977175407502686)
Magazine £3.99

BOOKS

DOCTOR WHO

DOCTOR WHO: THE EIGHTH DOCTOR ADVENTURES – 3.5 THE SCAPEGOAT CD
A new adventure in time and space for the Eighth Doctor (Paul McGann) and his companion, Lucie (Sheridan Smith). Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome to the Theatre des Baroque! Oh, but if you think you’ve seen and heard all that Paris by night has to offer... the exotic sights of Le Moulin Rouge, perhaps, or the horror tricks of Le Grand Guignol... if you think nothing could cause your mouth to dry and your heart to pound... you’re wrong. Ladies and gentlemen, mesdames et messieurs – not forgetting our honoured guests from the Gestapo – tonight, it is my privilege to present to you the star of the Theatre des Baroque! A man who has died on stage near ten thousand times! The Most Assassinated Man in the World… Max Paul! And joining him, in a playlet we call “The Executioner’s Son” – from Blackpool, England: the enchanting Lucie Miller! Ah, la belle Lucie. She’s got no idea what she’s let herself in for. Should you feel faint, or nauseous – never fear. Tonight, we have a Doctor in the house! Just pray he lasts ‘til the interval... (9781844353972) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
CD £10.99

DOCTOR WHO: THE COMPANION CHRONICLES – 4.1 THE DROWNED WORLD CD
A new adventure with the First Doctor, as told by his companion, Sara Kingdom (played by Jean Marsh). Space Security Agent Sara Kingdom is dead, her ashes strewn on the planet Kemble. But, in an old house in Ely, Sara Kingdom lives on… To the Elders of this ruined world, Sara is a ghost, a phantom that must be excised. She must prove her right to exist, and she does so with stories. Stories of a time when she travelled the Universe with an ancient Doctor and his heroic companion Steven inside a magical space/time ship called the TARDIS. And one story in particular could make a difference. The one about their trip to a world covered in water, where a human expedition is being wiped out. It’s a battle to survive, as the travellers face the horrors of the drowned world… Running time approximately 60 minutes. (9781844354245) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
CD £8.99

FICTION

NAKED LUNCH 50TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION
by William S. Burroughs
A special 50th anniversary edition of the anarchic, phenomenally strong-selling classic from the godfather of the Beats, featuring the restored text, all the accompanying essays, and newly discovered material from the original manuscript. Over forty years since its first publication, Burroughs scholar Barry Miles and his longtime editor James Grauerholz have compiled this definitive restored text, correcting numerous errors that have accumulated over the years, and incorporating all of Burroughs’ notes and accompanying essays. Most exciting of all, this edition includes an appendix of newly discovered, never before seen material – including alternate drafts from the original manuscript and letters from Burroughs’s private correspondence. (9780007320905) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC, 320pg £7.99


SONGS OF THE BLACK WURM GISM
The Black Wurm Gism Cult – Oceanic Insect Porn – A Vortex of Cosmic Mayhem stalked by ravening lysergic entities – A post-human psychedelic seizure of Lovecraftian text, art and fragments. Songs of the Black Wurm Gism picks up where the acclaimed anthology The Starry Wisdom left off and goes beyond - way beyond - what H.P. Lovecraft dared to show. Editor D.M. Mitchell presents an illustrated brainstorm of visceral deep-sea dream currents, aberrant trans-species sex visions and frenzied ophidian entropy. Features work by Grant Morrison, John Coulthart, David Britton and cover art by Alan Moore. (9781902197289) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC, 192pg £11.95

THE STRAIN HC
by Guillermo del Toro & Chuck Hogan
A high-concept thriller with a supernatural edge from the visionary director of Pan’s Labyrinth and Hellboy, soon to be working on The Hobbit. A plane lands at JFK and mysteriously “goes dark”, stopping in the middle of the runway for no apparent reason, all lights off, all doors sealed. The pilots cannot be reached. When the hatch above the wing finally clicks open, it soon becomes clear that everyone on board is dead – although there is no sign of any trauma or struggle. Ephraim Goodweather and his team from the Center for Disease Control must work quickly to establish the cause of this strange occurrence before panic spreads. The first thing they discover is that four of the victims are actually still alive. But that’s the only good news. And when all two hundred corpses disappear from various morgues around the city on the same night, things very rapidly get worse. Soon Eph and a small band of helpers will find themselves battling to protect not only their own loved ones, but the whole city, against an ancient threat to humanity. NOTE: This item may be available in high street stores prior to comic shops. (9780007310258) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
HC £12.99

FILM & TV

CINEMA SEWER VOLUME 2: ADULTS ONLY GUIDE TO HISTORY’S SICKEST & SEXIEST MOVIES
by Robin Bougie
Get ready to be flushed! Cinema Sewer is an ode to the seamier side of film and the culture which surrounds it. Robin Bougie has used his geek knowledge, skills as a comic book artist and his connections in the world of porn to give birth to this unseemly but loveable publication. Now, the celebrated underground smash that is Cinema Sewer: The Magazine has been transformed and mutated into Cinema Sewer: The Book. A mind-melting compilation of gonzo writing, illustration and comics about the most insane, sexy, awkward, cheesy, hilarious, upsetting and jaw-dropping movies in the history of film, Cinema Sewer joyously celebrates the sleaziest aspects of the movie going experience, whilst delving deep into bizarre cinematic history. (9781903254561) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC, 192pg £11.99

HIGHLANDER

HIGHLANDER – 1.4 KURGAN RISING CD
“Everyone has a bogeyman… A name whispered with fear and dread…” With an increasing number of Immortals disappearing, Duncan and Watcher Joe Dawson decide to investigate. The trail leads to an imposing Parisian office building owned by business magnate Augustus Mason, but nothing can prepare the Highlander for what he will find within. An old friend, a new foe and an ancient terror reborn! This is an action adventure written specially for audio and featuring Duncan MacLeod, as seen in the Davis-Panzer/MGM TV series and movies and read by Adrian Paul. (9781844353613) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
CD £8.99

MISCELLANEOUS

RAD ROBOTS HC: A CELEBRATION OF AWESOME AUTOMATONS
A light-hearted roundup of robots in popular culture, fiction, films, TV, animation and toys. From the earliest robots through to the 21st Century’s cutting-edge automatons, Simon Furman highlights the influential, the radical and the downright weird: from Robby to Gigolo Joe, from Asimov to Douglas Adams, from Robot Sparky to Transformers. Chapters include “Robots Go Galactic”, “When Robots Go Bad”, “Spaced-Out Robots” and “Robots with Dangerous Curves”. Packed with stunning color photographs and infused with Simon Furman’s enthusiasm and wit, this book will be a treasure trove for all robot fans. NOTE: This item may be available in high street stores prior to comic shops. (9781856268554) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
HC, 160pg £16.99

ROBIN HOOD

ROBIN HOOD – 1.6 THE SIEGE CD
Robin Hood and the Outlaws are on the run from a gang of mercenaries and are forced to take shelter in the ruins of a castle where they are soon besieged. Robin’s more used to breaking into castles than defending them. But he also knows this castle – he was apprentice to its lords many years ago. A great family brought to ruin by recent, cruel times... No one has dared set foot within these walls since then. Robin and the Outlaws know there’s no such thing as ghosts. Don’t they? Read by Richard Armitage, who plays Sir Guy of Gisborne in the hit BBC TV/Tiger Aspect series. (9781844353927) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
CD £8.99

STAR TREK

STAR TREK MOVIE NOVELISATION
by Alan Dean Foster
First time in Previews UK! The novelization of the eagerly-awaited brand new Star Trek feature film, which reaches cinema screens in May 2009. Few films have been so keenly awaited or the subject of as much internet debate as the twelfth Star Trek movie, directed by J.J. Abrams, creator of cutting-edge cult television shows Lost and Alias. Going back to the very beginnings of the classic Star Trek television series, the film tells how James T. Kirk, the half-Vulcan Spock, Dr. McCoy, engineer Montgomery Scott and crew members Chekov, Sulu and Uhura first came together as rookie Starfleet recruits and embraced the destiny that would later send them out across the galaxy accompanied by the immortal words: “These are the voyages of the Starship Enterprise…” (9781439158869) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC, 192pg £9.99

STAR WARS

THE ART OF STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS
Star Wars: The Clone Wars, the blockbuster 3D animated movie, covers events between the live-action movies Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith and features characters and events previously unseen anywhere else in the Star Wars saga, featuring Anakin, Obi-Wan, Yoda and Mace Windu. This full-colour book is bursting with final images and development artwork for characters, creatures, planets and vehicles, covering every aspect of the creation of the first animated Star Wars movie, accompanied by comments from the creative team. Packed with previously unseen artwork, this book is a must for fans of Star Wars, cutting-edge animation and beautiful artwork! (9781848562318) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC, 272pg £24.99

STAR WARS: THE FORCE UNLEASHED PB TITAN UK EDITION
A gripping action-adventure novel set during the previously unexplored “Dark Times” between Episode III: Revenge of the Sith and Episode IV: A New Hope. The Jedi order has been crushed under the devious hand of Emperor Palpatine. A new order has risen, one that seeks to dominate the galaxy using the iron fist of Darth Vader. But Vader cannot control an entire galaxy alone: he has selected his own apprentice! As the fate of the galaxy hangs in the balance, this new apprentice must choose his own destiny... This is the official tie-in novel to the Summer 2008 next-generation videogame from LucasArts, now in paperback, an official part of the Star Wars story. (9781848563377) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC, 384pg £7.99

CALENDARS

FILM & TV
Keep track of your important dates and events with this fantastic range of official wall calendars for 2010. From Doctor Who to Transformers, there is something for everybody amongst this selection. All calendars are square sized and have an SRP of £7.99.

DOCTOR WHO OFFICIAL 2010 WALL CALENDAR
(DANILO209)
Calendar £7.99

FAMILY GUY OFFICIAL 2010 WALL CALENDAR
(DANILO210)
Calendar £7.99

HELLO KITTY OFFICIAL 2010 WALL CALENDAR
(DANILO219)
Calendar £7.99

HEROES OFFICIAL 2010 WALL CALENDAR
(DANILO220)
Calendar £7.99

PRISON BREAK OFFICIAL 2010 WALL CALENDAR
(DANILO209)
Calendar £7.99

STAR WARS CLONE WARS OFFICIAL 2010 WALL CALENDAR
(DANILO234)
Calendar £7.99

STAR WARS HEROES & VILLAINS OFFICIAL 2010 WALL CALENDAR
(DANILO233)
Calendar £7.99

TERMINATOR: SALVATION OFFICIAL 2010 WALL CALENDAR
(DANILO236)
Calendar £7.99

TOY STORY OFFICIAL 2010 WALL CALENDAR
(DANILO243)
Calendar £7.99

TRANSFORMERS: REVENGE OF THE FALLEN OFFICIAL 2010 WALL CALENDAR
(DANILO209)
Calendar £7.99

GAMES

TORCHWOOD

TORCHWOOD PLAYING CARDS
This fantastic illustrated 55-card deck gives you the chance to shuffle up close to Captain Jack Harkness, Gwen Cooper, Dr. Owen Harper, Ianto Jones, Toshiko Sato and Weevil. So, just what you need to keep yourself busy until the third series of this hit show hits our screens later in 2009. Available in single packs or a 12 pack Counter Display Unit. (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SINGLE PACK—Playing Cards £2.95
COUNTER DISPLAY UNIT—Playing Cards £2.95

APPAREL

MARVEL COMICS

DAREDEVIL LOGO T-SHIRT
Hell’s Kitchen’s foremost vigilante doesn’t leave home for an exciting night of street justice without his logo emblazoned on his chest. Why should you? Available in S-XL sizes.
T-Shirt SRP: £14.99

SILVER SURFER CLASSIC T-SHIRT
The Sentinel of the Spaceways! Salute the former Norrin Radd by picking up this stunner. Available in S-XL sizes. NOTE: The Power Cosmic is not included.
T-Shirt SRP: £14.99

PUNISHER WOMEN’S SKINNY FIT T-SHIRT
Litter the street with the corpses of dead criminals in this excellent Punisher t-shirt! Part of a series of collectible Marvel tees, this classic design will appeal to all fans of the classic comic book. One size only.
T-Shirt SRP £14.99

XAVIER INSTITUTE T-SHIRT
Boast your surprising enrollment at Professor X’s school of higher mutant learning by sporting this snazzy tee. Available in S-XL sizes.
T-Shirt SRP: £14.99

STAR WARS
Lego and Star Wars are two amazingly successful brands known the universe over, and the Lego toys and computer games based on the property proved an instant success. Now that wonderful partnership continues with these fantastic t-shirts. There are 3 designs to choose from, each showing some of your favourite Star Wars characters in a Lego style. Just the job for summer and sipping a heady cocktail at the Cantina! All shirts available in M-XL sizes. (CAUT: 0-0-4)

STAR WARS LEGO: NOW I AM THE MASTER T-SHIRTS
T-Shirt SRP: £14.99

STAR WARS LEGO: HAN SOLO – DON’T GET COCKY T-SHIRTS
T-Shirt SRP: £14.99

STAR WARS LEGO: LET THE WOOKIEE WIN T-SHIRTS
T-Shirt SRP: £14.99

TORCHWOOD

TORCHWOOD T-SHIRT
Torchwood follows a group of investigators working for the secret organisation of the same name led by the mysterious Captain Jack Harkness. Set in Cardiff, Wales the team specialise in alien technology that has landed on Earth, and crime, whether it be alien or human and vows to guard humanity against alien threats. Now the characters of the Torchwood team from the first series of this exciting TV show are captured in all their glory on this fantastic t-shirt. Available in M-XL sizes. (CAUT: 0-0-4)
T-Shirt SRP: £14.99

TOYS

MOVIES

RESERVOIR DOGS 1/18 SCALE CADILLAC COUPE DE VILLE
Mr. Blonde’s luxurious Cadillac Coupe de Ville as seen in Quentin Tarantino’s Reservoir Dogs is rendered here in 1/18th scale. And who better to drive but the man himself? A Mr. Blonde figure in the same scale is included. Features window box packaging. (JA91421) (CAUT: 0-0-3)
Toy SRP: £39.99

STATUES & MODELS

MARVEL COMICS
Here are the latest Marvel Superhero statues from Attakus, with fantastic sculpts of three of Marvel Comics’ most popular characters, each limited to 699 copies. Choose from Iron Man (standing 20cm high), The Incredible Hulk (standing 26cm high) and Wolverine (standing 24cm high). If you are a comic fan or a movie fan these will look great in your home! (CAUT: 0-0-4)

IRON MAN STATUE
Statue SRP: £168.75

THE INCREDIBLE HULK STATUE
Statue SRP: £168.75

WOLVERINE STATUE
Statue SRP: £150.99

STAR WARS

STAR WARS OBI WAN KENOBI SABOTAGE DUAL DISPLAY DIORAMA
The Obi-Wan Kenobi Sabotage Dual Display Diorama depicts the Jedi Master on a mission to allow his allies to escape from the dreaded Death Star and its tractor beam. The diorama scene can be removed from the tabletop display base and mounted on a wall for alternate display, and features an LED light-up function in the Reactor Core for added authenticity. Each diorama is cast in high-quality, heavyweight polystone, then hand-finished to exacting detail. Each piece is individually hand-numbered, and packaged in a durable foam interior and stunning printed box. (SS200001) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
Diorama SRP: £179.99

PRINTS & POSTERS

LUIS ROYO

DEAD MOON PORTFOLIO
by Luis Royo
A fantastic tale about a magnificent and brutal love that confronts two characters: one woman, Luna, and one man, Marte. Two rival families, two fortresses. A city on a knife’s edge, divided by the passion it must endure. Violent and romantic, the story hurtles towards the Apocalypse. A tale with Oriental flavor in a gothic, tragic world with a wink to Sodom’s destruction. Luis Royo unleashes all his artistic talents, from graphite to detailed illustration to large canvasses, in a masterpiece bridging the tale, the illustrated book and the graphic novel. Dead Moon Portfolio is a 12 plate piece released in advance of the superb new book with all new illustrations: 6 full color and 6 black & white. The prints are presented in a quality portfolio measuring 10.5” x 15.5”. The most ambitious work so far by Luis Royo! (CAUT: 0-0-4)
Portfolio SRP: £14.75

COLLECTIBLES & NOVELTIES

STAR WARS

STAR WARS: YODA IN YOUR POCKET
Your time spent pondering the unanswerable has come to an end. Jedi Master Yoda is here to answer all of the questions that gnaw at your being. With Yoda In Your Pocket, a simple push of a button brings answers forth from the wise one himself. “Do, or do not. There is no try,” and “Size matters not!” are among the choice phrases uttered by the Jedi Master. If you seek everlasting serenity, picking up one of these is a step in the right direction. (IYP040) (CAUT: 0-0-3)
Novelty SRP: £8.99

WEENICONS

ELVIS & MR. T WEENICONS
Welcome to the Weeni Universe. These 3” resin characters like nothing more than to dress up as their favourite stars. First up are Elvis and Mr. T! Look out for more great Weenicon figures in coming months. (CAUT: 0-0-3)
ELVIS (WEEFIG001)—Novelty SRP: £9.99
MR. T (WEEFIG002)—Novelty SRP: £9.99