A few days ago, I speculated that the “Avengers” role a lot of Hollywood starlets were vying for would be for the Wasp. Well, enough speculation, as we now have some definite answers! According to Newsarama via Variety, Colbie Smulders has been cast as Agent Maria Hill in “The Avengers”.  A bit of backstory on the character: Maria Hill, according to Newsarama, was created by writer Brian Michael Bendis and artist David Finch. She first appeared in New Avengers #4 and later became the interim executive of S.H.I.E.L.D. during the Marvel Comics event “Civil War”. After refreshing myself with the look of the character, I can see why a lot of…

Filmz.ru got their hands on this brand new behind the scenes movie still from the upcoming action film “Hercules: The Beginning” starring Alexander Nevsky (Magic Man). The photo features Nevsky and actor Lou Ferrigno (The Incredible Hulk). Synopsis: Russian action star-producer Alexander Nevsky is developing “Hercules: The Beginning.” In a move reminiscent of Arnold Schwarzenegger’s role as mythical strongman Conan the Barbarian, Nevsky will play the classic Roman hero adopted from Greek legend (where he’s called Heracles). Hercules also will star in a competing feature project that Millennium Films is developing. Nevsky is a bodybuilder, author and movie star in his native Russia. Stay tuned to Shockya.com for the latest…

Looks like Wizard World LA is going to have some really cool programming this year, here’s a press release from our friends at Wizard World Los Angeles. Congers, NY (February 25, 2008) – Wizard World Los Angeles, the family friendly comics and pop culture extravaganza at the LA Convention Center March 14-16, has locked a weekend full of amazing programming and panels. Highlights include Lucasfilms, NBC’s hit show “Heroes,” multiple panels on screenwriting, an “Incredible Hulk” retrospective with Lou Ferrigno the latest inside scoop at a Wizard-hosted Mega Movie Panel, plus so much more! STAR WARS AND INDIANA JONES: WHAT’S HOT FROM LUCASFILM Lucasfilm’s Steve Sansweet will showcase the exciting…