Man of Steel First Look: Henry Cavill as Superman

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Here is the moment we’ve all been waiting for, our very first look at Henry Cavill as Superman in the upcoming film Man of Steel directed by Zack Snyder. I was a little unsure about the look at first, but once I really had time to digest it I absolutely loved it! I’m digging the S shield and the cape and think the new darkened color scheme really works.

I do miss Superman’s trademark hair curl, and was very skeptical of the textured (almost chainmail looking) suit, but I think it makes sense. Superman’s body is indestructible and he needs a costume that can take the same beating. At least it isn’t armored like Superman’s costume in the new DC Universe debuting in September's comic books! Here’s my only question, is his red underwear gone? I can’t tell from the photo above.

Man of Steel also stars Amy Adams as Daily Planet journalist Lois Lane, Laurence Fishburne as her editor-in-chief Perry White, and Diane Lane and Kevin Costner as Superman’s adoptive parents Martha and Jonathan Kent. Squaring off against the superhero are two other surviving Kryptonians, the villainous General Zod, played by Michael Shannon, and Faora, Zod’s evil partner, played by Antje Traue. Also from Superman’s native Krypton are Lara Lor-Van, Superman’s mother, played by Julia Ormond, and Superman’s father, Jor-El, portrayed by Russell Crowe. Rounding out the cast are Harry Lennix as U.S. military man General Swanwick, as well as Christopher Meloni as Colonel Hardy.

Man of Steel is slated for release on June 14, 2013.

The Dark Knight Rises First Look: Anne Hathaway as Catwoman

The Blot’s been waiting for this one! The first photo from the set of the new Batman film The Dark Knight Rises of Anne Hathaway as Catwoman! To be quite honest, I’m not sure if this is Hathaway as Catwoman or her secret identity, Selina Kyle. There’s been no real explanation if “Catwoman” will even be in the film, and it’s hard to tell exactly what’s happening in this official production still.

But with the all black suit, high-tech eye goggles and supped up motorcycle (possibly the Batpod?), you can assume Selena is up to no good. I’m just hoping we eventually see her in something a little more cat like! Either way, this photo has me even more hyped up for the film, which is still a year away. I need more photos now! So, what do you think of this first look at Anne Hathaway as Selina Kyle/Catwoman!?!

The Dark Knight Rises is scheduled for release on July 20, 2012.

Mint Foster Vinyl Figure by Super7

The newest addition to Super7’s Candy Kaiju line of deliciously evil vinyl figures is about to be released with an all new color scheme! Meet Foster, the cannibalistic ice cream sandwich, this time produced with Mint Filling! Foster’s first two colorways were almost impossible to get (Lucky Bag 2011 Blue GID and SDCC 2011 Exclusive Vanilla Filling), so if you’ve been jonsing to add one of these yummy figures to your collection be sure to head to the Super7 online store later today!

The Ice Cream Sandwich with a taste for his own sweetness was met with delight in hot and sunny San Diego. Now he's back with a refreshing mint follow up for just $18.

Toy2R 36” Qee Artist Series 2 Frank Kozik Teaser Image

Toy2R announced the fifth and final artist in its upcoming 36 inch Qee Artist Collection Series 2 and it is none other than the one and only Frank Kozik! Get your eyes prepared, because when Kozik gets his hands on a canvas of this scale you know it’s gonna be cool! Kozik rounds out an impressive artist line-up that includes Jon-Paul Kaiser, David Horvath, Emilio Garcia and Jason Freeny. The Blot can’t wait to see what these five talented artist do with a 36” figure! Stay tuned to TheBlotSays.com for even more details on Toy2R's soon to be released monster sized line of Qee collectible vinyl figures!

Crystal Clear Garuru by Itokin Park

Super7 will be releasing an all new colorway of Itokin Parks' Garuru today, and it’s definitely the most stunning version produced to date! The Blot absolutely loves this color scheme, with its bright pink and purple colors on a crystal clear body. I know some dislike crystal clear vinyl because it makes it hard to see the sculpt’s detailing, but the perfectly placed sprays really accentuate Garuru’s intricate design.

Cast in crystal clear vinyl with pink and purple sprays, the sweetly sleepwalking snow creature wanders his way into our hearts, whether he is awake or not. Pick one up this afternoon for $35 at the Super7 online store.