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Marvel Sneak Peek: Taskmaster #2

Stephen Schleicher — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 13:55:23 +0000

Marvel sent Major Spoilers a sneak peek of Taskmaster #2 by Fred Van Lente and Jefte Palo. “This is the type of fun, crazy, off-the-wall escapism that I love. This is the type of inventive, action-packed, character-driven wackiness that can make the world of superheroes so captivating and thrilling.” – Richard George, IGN.com “I’m excited [...]

REVIEW: Taskmaster #1

George C. — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 16:55:51 +0000

“I’m still breathin’. That means as students you’re all a huge disappointment to me.” On the face of it, fans probably aren’t clamoring for a Taskmaster solo series. He’s never had the highest of profiles; as a villain, he’s not terribly villainous, and his power isn’t terribly powerful. While his stock has risen recently, appearing [...]

Marvel Sneak Peek: Taskmaster #1

Stephen Schleicher — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 13:10:12 +0000

Totally missed this one yesterday while I was busy running around working on cool things for the site. Marvel has released a sneak peek first look of the upcoming Taskmaster #1 by Fred van Lente and Jefte Paolo. TASKMASTER #1 (JUL100598) Written by FRED VAN LENTE Penciled by JEFTE PAOLO Cover by ALEX GARNER Taskmaster [...]

‘A-Team’ Director Wants ‘Taskmaster’ And ‘Preacher’ Movies

Blair Marnell — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 15:29:42 +0000

With "The A-Team" finally set to burst into theaters later on this week, director Joe Carnahan has already set his sights on two comic book properties as potential future projects. While his interest in Garth Ennis and Steve Dillion's "Preacher" is unsurprising, Carnahan's passion for the Marvel supervillain (and frequent "Avengers" foe) Taskmaster is also evident. [...]

Anything You Can Do He Can Do Exactly the Same: Taskmaster #1 [Review]

Chris Murphy — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 23:59:59 +0000

Filed under: Marvel, Opinion

Taskmaster has been something of a fan favorite B-list supervillain in the Marvel Universe, using his abilities to mimic any physical skills he observes as both a mercenary and a trainer of fledgling superheroes, supervillains, and random cannon ... Read more

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‘Warriors Three’ #1 and ‘Taskmaster’ #3: Evil Science and Endless Hitlers [Review]

Chris Murphy — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 23:59:59 +0000

Filed under: Reviews, Opinion

If the current political landscape of the United States makes one thing clear, it's that certain aspects of science can polarize a populace. It often seems as though scientists are viewed less as benevolent knowledge-seekers and more as dangerous ... Read more

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‘Marvel Vs. Capcom 3′ Comic Could Include Galactus and Taskmaster

Caleb Goellner — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 23:59:59 +0000

Filed under: Marvel, Gaming

Well, it's far from official, but if the images at Shoryuken are indeed pages from the upcoming Marvel Vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds comic book adaptation, fans could be looking forward to at least cameos from Galactus and Taskmaster in ... Read more

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Taskmaster Will Kick Your Butt, Insult You in ‘Marvel Vs. Capcom 3′ [Video]

Andy Khouri — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 23:59:59 +0000

Filed under: Marvel, Gaming

In a move that's so obvious it's brilliant, Capcom has added Marvel's Taskmaster to the playable characters of Marvel Vs. Capcom 3: The Fate of Two Worlds, the hotly anticipated new fighting game that pits the iconic Marvel superheroes against ... Read more

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Marvel Universe Taskmaster and Silver Samurai Action Figures Possibly On the Way in 2011

Caleb Goellner — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 23:59:59 +0000

Filed under: Marvel, Toys

There are battles and then there are the "Greatest Battles," which in the case of Hasbro's rumored Marvel Universe 3.75" action figure line of the same name might include clashes between Deadpool and Taskmaster, plus Patch (Wolverine) and ... Read more

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Link Ink: Fear and Loathing with ‘Rango,’ Elizabeth Hurley to Take on TV’s Wonder Woman and Todd McFarlane Teaches

Caleb Goellner — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 23:59:59 +0000

Filed under: Link Ink, Culture

Movies: Artist Edward Rueda does his best Ralph Steadman impersonation of what Rango's tale might look like if it were inspired by Hunter S. Thompson's exotic adventures. [Moviefone] TV: Elizabeth Hurley will play an unspecified villain role in ... Read more

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Don’t Ask! Just Buy It! – May 4, 2011: Bad People, Bat Boy and Brains

Douglas Wolk — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 23:59:59 +0000

Filed under: Don't Ask! Just Buy It!, Opinion

Reading Comics author Douglas Wolk runs down the hottest comics and graphic novels coming out this week. KEY: * Bring on the bad guys ^ Bring on the dancing horses % Bring on the night ¢ Bring on the rain * AVENGERS ACADEMY ... Read more

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‘Taskmaster: Unthinkable’ – One of Marvel’s Best Books of 2010 [Review]

Chris Murphy — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 23:59:59 +0000

Filed under: Marvel, Reviews, Opinion

Taskmaster had previously been a character who drifted through the backgrounds of larger Marvel Universe stories, a supporting player in adventures that weren't his own, but developed a cult fanbase largely thanks to his knack for kicking ass and ... Read more

Comic Book Critics » Taskmaster

Marvel Sneak Peek: Taskmaster #2

REVIEW: Taskmaster #1

Marvel Sneak Peek: Taskmaster #1

‘A-Team’ Director Wants ‘Taskmaster’ And ‘Preacher’ Movies

Anything You Can Do He Can Do Exactly the Same: Taskmaster #1 [Review]

‘Warriors Three’ #1 and ‘Taskmaster’ #3: Evil Science and Endless Hitlers [Review]

‘Marvel Vs. Capcom 3′ Comic Could Include Galactus and Taskmaster

Taskmaster Will Kick Your Butt, Insult You in ‘Marvel Vs. Capcom 3′ [Video]

Marvel Universe Taskmaster and Silver Samurai Action Figures Possibly On the Way in 2011

Link Ink: Fear and Loathing with ‘Rango,’ Elizabeth Hurley to Take on TV’s Wonder Woman and Todd McFarlane Teaches

Don’t Ask! Just Buy It! – May 4, 2011: Bad People, Bat Boy and Brains

‘Taskmaster: Unthinkable’ – One of Marvel’s Best Books of 2010 [Review]

‘Taskmaster: Unthinkable’: One of Marvel’s Best Books of 2010 [Review]