C2E2 2013: Pictures From The Show Floor

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Another C2E2 has come and gone for thousands of comic book and entertainment aficionados in Chicago. Like the San Diego Comic Con, there is so much going on, between the panels, shows, signings, and exhibits, it is impossible to be able to see and do everything that is offered. I found myself roaming the show floor for the majority of my two days there, and I wanted to share a glimpse of the eclectic sights on display. Hit the jump to see photos of some of the biggest highlights of C2E2, including the Marvel booth, my favorite cosplayer, a couple very old and famous comics, and more.

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C2E2 2013: The Hunger Games Costume Exhibition and Auction

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The Windy City is once again the focus of the geek world as this weekend celebrates the fourth annual Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo (C2E2) at McCormick Place. While not near the scope or impact of the San-Diego Comic Con or the New York Comic Con, C2E2 has solidified itself as the biggest convention in the Midwest and a summit for all things comics, television, movies, and pop culture. As in years past, I have represented the site to bring just a little of the show to you, and I’ll be doing that again this year. To start, hit the jump to learn more about one of the hottest exhibits on the show floor right now: The Hunger Games Costume Exhibition and Auction.

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Zach Braff Wants You To Help Make His Next “Garden State”-Style Film

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On the heels of the successful Veronica Mars Kickstarter campaign, Zach Braff has thrown his hat into the crowdsourcing ring with his next film project, Wish I Was Here. A film that would be a companion piece to his only directorial effort, Garden State. Find out more about the movie and how you can be a part of it after the break.

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First Lady Michelle Obama Hosts Cast and Crew of “42″ For Interactive Student Workshop at White House

42slide42 is the upcoming biopic about the life of Jackie Robinson, the first African-American to play Major League Baseball. It stars Chadwick Boseman as Jackie Robinson, Harrison Ford as Branch Rickey, an MLB executive. Yesterday afternoon, the First Lady, Michelle Obama, hosted an interactive panel discussion with the members of the cast and crew as well as Rachel Robinson, Jackie Robinson’s widow. MovieViral was very fortunate to have been invited to this event. Check out pictures and video after the jump! [Read more...]

WonderCon 2013: “LEGO Batman: The Movie” Roundtable Interviews

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Our WonderCon 2013 coverage wraps up with two posts about LEGO Batman: The Movie – Superheros Unite, which sees its home release on May 21st. The animated film based on the similarly-titled video game was screened at the convention, and we’ll have our review tomorrow. Today, however, we have the audio from roundtable interviews with director Jon Burton and some of the voice cast. Listen in after the break.
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WonderCon 2013: “Hemlock Grove” Roundtable Interviews With Cast and Crew, including Eli Roth and Famke Janssen

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All 13 episodes of Netflix’s newest series Hemlock Grove will be available for streaming on April 19th. While you have to wait until April 15th to get our review of the first three episodes, the horror series made an appearance at WonderCon this weekend, and we have the audio of several roundtable interviews with the cast and crew. Check it all out after the break.
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WonderCon 2013 Days 2 and 3 Blog and Gallery

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My second and third days for WonderCon 2013 were not as diverse as my first day, so I decided to combine them into one post for you all to read. Check out my blog on the last two days of WonderCon after the break along with a small gallery of photos I took.
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WonderCon 2013 Sony Panel Highlights: “Mortal Instruments: City of Bones”, “Evil Dead”, and “This is the End”

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Our coverage of WonderCon 2013 continues with the big Hollywood panels from Saturday in the Arena. After the break, read some of the highlights from the Sony/Screen Gems panel for the movies Mortal Instruments: City of Bones, Evil Dead, and This is the End.
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WonderCon 2013 Warner Bros. Panel Highlights: “The Conjuring” and “Pacific Rim”

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Our coverage of WonderCon 2013 continues with the big Hollywood panels from Saturday in the Arena. After the break, read some of the highlights from panels for The Conjuring and Pacific Rim.
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WonderCon 2013 Day 1 Blog and Gallery

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The three day convention that is WonderCon 2013 began yesterday, so check out my thoughts after the break, along with a gallery of some cool booths, costumes, and panels.
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