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I TOOK IT AS A PERSONAL INSULT

September 25th, 2006 | by Tom
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 I know I’m a little bit early with this dig on Brett Ratner considering that X-Men 3 doesn’t come out on DVD for another week, but I wanted to take my pot-shot early since the story referenced in the comic went up late last week and I want it to be somewhat fresh.

Brett Ratner has an uncanny ability to say exactly the wrong thing at exactly the wrong time. Fans of the X-Men franchise already viewed Ratner’s involvement in the second sequel to be a bad omen. Despite the boffo box office, they’re fears came true. I don’t know anyone who sat through that movie and said they enjoyed it.

While it was prudent of previous X-Men director Bryan Signer to advise Ratner not to pay attention to what’s being said about him on the internet, his quote in the MTV article makes it sound like the only person he was out there making a movie for was himself. This isn’t Citzen Kane, Brett! For you to ignore all of the character development laid out before you was supremely foolish. Killing off characters was salt in the wound. Now VERIFYING what fandom has been saying about you all along – that you didn’t care what anyone else wanted? Good luck getting any applause at comic book conventions after your career completely stalls.

Do I think the director is completely beholden to the audiences expectations when making a movie? No. Of course not. Do I think Ratner could have shown a little more tact? Probably. I just have a serious grudge against the guy. Anyone who doesn’t take the fans seriously deserves to be smacked around a little. Because it sure as hell isn’t middle-America that’s making these movies popular. It’s the people who have had their hearts and souls invested in these characters DECADES before Hollywood came calling.

I’ve mentioned this about a dozen times already, so I’ll keep it brief today. We’re closing in on our sales drive goal. Don’t forget that "Theater Hopper: Year Two" is available for pre-order. I could really use your help on this one, guys! Be sure to spread the word!

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FOR YOUR CONSIERATION

September 27th, 2006 | by Tom
Posted In: Blog

 I have a few bits of site news that I need to mention.

First off, this was something that I completely neglected, but I want you guys to investigate. ZeStuff.com now has copies of "Theater Hopper: Year One" and you can purchase a copy here. The site also has tons of other cool merch from web comics such as 8-Bit Theater and VG Cats. They also have a TON of great geek stuff like toys, video games and stuff for your computer!

Back when I was doing pre-sales and fundraising for the first book, these guys really saved my bacon by showing faith and investing in what I had put together. It’s time to return the favor. So be sure to visit ZeStuff and pick out something cool. You won’t be dissapointed.

I’d like to take this moment and welcome our newest advertiser, Bad Hair Day. Be sure to swing by and say "Hello."

I also want to call attention to our other advertiser, Digital Entertainment News. Right now they’re having a contest and giving away 5 copies of the newly remastered A Nightmare On Elm Street that’s coming to DVD on October 17. It’s a really cool giveaway and all you have to do is e-mail them to enter. I figured it was right up your alley and would want to know about it. Read the submission rules here.

As for my own stuff to pimp… well, you know the score there. Pre-sale for Theater Hopper: Year Two ends Friday. Submit your order by September 29 to be in the running for the last hand-made Truman doll! Don’t forget that we’re also offering a specially priced bundle that collects the first two books for $25!

Also, if you’re looking to advertise with the site, we sell space based on ad views now. So that means means campaigns can overlap and you get the same amount of coverage! It’s a really good deal. Remember that all advertising paid for through the site gets first exposure – which means that it is given priority over the other generic affiliate ads you typically see on the site. If you have something you’d like to promote, visit the advertising page and place your order. Now you can submit the location of your advertisement along with the URL you’d like to link to for more convienience! All advertising profits go toward the production of "Theater Hopper: Year Two!"

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