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  NationMaster - Encyclopedia: Marvel Studios   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Marvel Studios is an American television and motion picture studio based in Beverly Hills, California.
Marvel Studios heads were Avi Arad (1993-31 May 2006), Chairman and Chief Executive Officer and David Maisel President and Chief Operating Officer.
The Punisher is a 2004 movie, based on the Marvel Comics character, starring Thomas Jane as Frank Castle (The Punisher) and John Travolta as the gangster who orders the death of Castles family.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Marvel-Studios   (782 words)

  
  Marvel Studios: Facts and details from Encyclopedia Topic   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Spider-man, the alter ego of peter benjamin parker, is a marvel comics superhero created by stan lee and steve ditko who first appeared in amazing...
Marvel comics, sometimes called by the nickname house of ideas, is an american comic book company....
A blade is the part of a sword that is used to cut (as opposed to the hilt)....
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/m/ma/marvel_studios.htm   (1008 words)

  
 Marvel Studios Sizing Up Ant-Man - Hollywood North Report
Marvel Studios' Ant-Man is currently in script development as a major motion picture.
The character, bio-scientist 'Dr. Henry Pym', debuted in Marvel Comics' "Tales To Astonish" #27 (1962), as “The Man in the Ant Hill”, who discovers a liquid that evaporates into a gas, reducing a man to the size of an insect.
In "Tales To Astonish" #35, Marvel editor Stan "The Man" Lee re-introduced Pym as the superhero Ant-Man, able to shrink to the size of an ant, while retaining his full-size strength.
www.hollywoodnorthreport.com /article.php?Article=789   (246 words)

  
 Marvel Studios - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Marvel Studios is an American television and motion picture studio based in Beverly Hills, California.
It was formed in the late 1990s following Revlon CEO Ronald Perelman's acquisition of parent company Marvel Entertainment.
This article about a film studio is a stub.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Marvel_Studios   (92 words)

  
 Marvel Entertainment - Owners of Spider-Man, X-Men and Incredible Hulk
Marvel facilitates the creation of entertainment projects, including feature films, television, home video and the Internet, based on its characters and also licenses its characters for use in a wide range of consumer products and services including video and computer games, apparel, collectibles, snack foods and promotions.
Marvel's characters and plot lines are created by its comic book division which continues to maintain a leadership position in the U.S. and worldwide while also serving as an invaluable source of intellectual property.
Marvel Studios has announced that the company will feature five major motion pictures over the next 18 months culminating with a May 2, 2003 release for X-Men 2 and a June 20, 2003 release for The Incredible Hulk.
www.goantiques.com /detail,marvel-entertainment-owners,340708.html   (496 words)

  
 Netherlands Corporate News - Marvel lanceert onafhankelijk gefinanceerde filmreeks dankzij $525 m..
Marvel will receive a gross participation on all revenues from the facility as the producer of each film and will retain all of the film-related merchandising revenues.
Marvel's operations are focused in three areas: licensing and entertainment (Marvel Studios), comic book publishing and toys.
Marvel's characters and plot lines are created by its publishing segment that continues to expand its leadership position in the U.S. and worldwide, while also serving as an invaluable source of intellectual property.
www.netherlandscorporatenews.com /archive/en/2005/09/06/l014.htm   (1094 words)

  
 Science Fair Projects - Marvel Studios
The Company began in 1963 as DePatie-Freleng Enterprises and was sold to Marvel Comics Group in 1981 after DFE founder and company executive Friz Freleng retired.
Studio executives including Margaret Loesch, Lee Gunther, Joe Bacal and Tom Griffin moved to other animation studios while Stan Lee remained with Marvel Comics until the late 2000's announcing that he and Marvel had mutually parted ways.
In the early 1990s, the studio was renamed Marvel Films (later Marvel Studios) and it began produce live action films such as Blade, Spider Man, and X-Men.
www.all-science-fair-projects.com /science_fair_projects_encyclopedia/Marvel_Productions_Ltd   (438 words)

  
 NEWSARAMA.COM: MARVEL, BUNGIE TEAM FOR HALO OGN
Marvel Comics is a division of Marvel Entertainment, Inc., a leading global character-based entertainment company that has developed and owns a library of more than 5,000 characters, which have entertained generations around the world for over 60 years.
Marvel’s creative team also supports the creation of video games and toy lines based on its characters as well as for a broad and growing range of consumer products and services including apparel, collectibles, foods and promotions.
Marvel's comic book division is a leading publisher in the global marketplace while also serving as an invaluable source of intellectual property.
www.newsarama.com /WWLA06/Marvel/HALOOGN.htm   (849 words)

  
 Welcome to Silver Bullet Comics! // THE source, nuff said! // Comics, Subscriptions, News, Previews, Reviews, Events, ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Marvel Enterprises, Inc. and Paramount Pictures, a part of the entertainment operations of Viacom, Inc. (NYSE: VIA and VIAB) announced that they have entered into an agreement under which Paramount will distribute a slate of feature films to be produced by Marvel.
Marvel also announced a new, non-recourse financing facility to be provided by Merrill Lynch Commercial Finance Corp. that will allow the company to produce its own slate of feature films based on its renowned comic book characters.
Marvel expects that producing its own slate of films will permit it to obtain greater participation in all revenue streams related to its films and the opportunity to begin building its own film library.
www.silverbulletcomics.com /news/story.php?a=351   (648 words)

  
 Nick Cassavetes to Direct New Line Cinema and Marvel's 'Iron Man'
The project, which is being produced by Marvel Studios' CEO Avi Arad ("Spider-Man," "X-Men") and Angry Films' Don Murphy, is based on a script by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, and David Hayter.
Marvel's operations are focused in four areas: entertainment (Marvel Studios), licensing, publishing and toys (Toy Biz).
Marvel's characters and plot lines are created by its publishing division, which continues to expand its leadership position in the U.S. and worldwide while also serving as an invaluable source of intellectual property.
www.prnewswire.com /cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=104&STORY=/www/story/11-30-2004/0002555104&EDATE=   (724 words)

  
 Marvel to open film studio for comic-based films   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
For Marvel, the new studio is the latest step since its emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 1998 to extend its business beyond traditional comic-book publishing.
Marvel won a better deal on the merchandising side after it sued Sony and improved the terms to a 75/25 revenue split with Sony from a 50/50 split.
For Marvel, part of Paramount's appeal was the opportunity to capitalize on the wider media assets of its parent company, Viacom, which owns the MTV and Nickelodeon cable networks.
www.post-gazette.com /pg/05118/495810.stm   (1139 words)

  
 WebWire | Marvel Studios Engages All-Star Roster For New Film Slate
Marvel, and all related character names and the distinctive likenesses thereof are trademarks of Marvel Characters, Inc. and are used with permission.
Marvel’s operations are focused in three areas: entertainment (Marvel Studios) and licensing, comic book publishing and toys (Toy Biz).
Marvel’s characters and plot lines are created by its publishing segment that continues to expand its leadership position in the U.S. and worldwide while also serving as an invaluable source of intellectual property.
www.webwire.com /ViewPressRel.asp?aId=13350   (764 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - Marvel sues two companies over role-playing game   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
LOS ANGELES — Marvel Enterprises is suing two firms behind a computer superhero role-playing game it claims allows players to make virtual characters that are too similar to "The Hulk," "X-Men" and other heroes in the comic book company's stable.
Marvel seeks unspecified damages and an injunction against the two companies to stop using its characters.
Marvel claims the firms' are responsible because the game is played on servers operated by the companies, raising the question of whether a company is responsible for their customers' actions on its computer server.
www.usatoday.com /tech/news/2004-11-11-marvel-sues-over-avatars_x.htm   (538 words)

  
 Platinum Studios : Marvel and Universal   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Marvel and Universal are also currently benefiting from their association in the theme park arena.
Marvel facilitates the creation of entertainment projects, including feature films, television, home video and the Internet, based on its characters and also licenses its characters for use in a wide range of consumer products and services including video and computer games, apparel, collectibles, snack foods and promotions.
Marvel's characters and plot lines are created by its comic book division which continues to maintain a leadership position in the U.S. and worldwide while also serving as an invaluable source of intellectual property.
platinumstudios.com /about/releases/marvel_universal.html   (770 words)

  
 Marvel studios CEO is a ‘kid in a very big candy store’ - INQ7.net   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Marvel Studios has a virtual Avengers-style lineup of movies coming out, with Wesley Snipes returning as the Daywalker in "Blade: Trinity" due out this year, "Elektra: Assassin" (with Jennifer Garner reprising her role from "Daredevil") due out next year.
In that area, he credits Marvel Comics Editor in Chief Joe Quesada with restoring the House of Ideas' proud standing in the industry: "Joe is a very good friend of mine and an amazing artist and we are very close because we think from the same point of view.
Now, Marvel is re-launching many of their core titles, such as "Avengers," "Iron Man" and "Captain America," written by a corps of comic's brightest: Brian Michael Bendis, Warren Ellis, Ed Brubaker and Kurt Busiek, among others.
news.inq7.net /entertainment/index.php?index=1&story_id=14569   (1728 words)

  
 Globeinvestor.com: The Incredible Hulk to Smash into Theaters June 27, 2008
Marvel Studios and Universal Pictures will unleash Marvel's renowned, larger-than-life green Super Hero onto moviegoers everywhere in summer 2008 as they have announced a June 27th release date for the action-packed, new big screen adaptation: The Incredible Hulk.
The Incredible Hulk is being independently produced by Marvel Studios through its $525 million, non-recourse film finance facility and will be distributed domestically and in several international territories by Universal Pictures.
Marvel's operations are focused on utilizing its character franchises in licensing, entertainment, publishing and toys.
www.globeinvestor.com /servlet/ArticleNews/print/BWIRE/20061106/20061106005529   (446 words)

  
 Thomas Jane is "The Punisher'' | Entertainment News on The Web Newsroom   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
The film is being produced by Marvel Studios' CEO Avi Arad ("Spider-Man," "X-Men," "Daredevil," "The Hulk") and producer Gale Anne Hurd ("The Hulk," "Aliens," "The Terminator") with renowned screenwriter Jonathan Hensleigh writing and directing.
Commented Marvel Studios' Arad, "Although Frank Castle is a tough-as-nails vigilante, he is, at his very core, an extremely tortured soul, a victim of survivor's guilt.
Thomas Jane, being a character actor, is going to have all the dimension necessary to bring to life the depth of a character who is both the hero and the victim with the physicality of a Super Hero®.
www.azreporter.com /entertainment/news/punisher.html   (897 words)

  
 Is Marvel Ready for its Close-Up? - May 1, 2006
Marvel says its debut films are already under development; the first is expected to hit the screen in early 2008.
Marvel tried to structure the loan to protect the parent company; under its terms, in case of default, lenders are generally barred from coming after the parent company's assets.
Marvel also faces plenty of competition: Last summer Batman Begins, based on the DC Comics caped crusader, outslugged Marvel's Fantastic Four, and this summer DC Comics's Superman Returns is expected by some analysts to generate about $400 million in U.S. box office alone.
money.cnn.com /magazines/business2/business2_archive/2006/05/01/8375925/index.htm   (3119 words)

  
 Xbox.com | Xbox News - Marvel Universe Online Unveiled
Cryptic Studios is known as the developer of the renowned MMO titles City of Heroes™ and City of Villians™, and bring a history of excellence in MMO design and best-of-breed community support to the development of Marvel Universe Online.
Marvel's repertoire of superheroes have evolved from the pages of comic books to become driving forces in entertainment, from the silver screen to television shows and best-selling video games, including Spider-Man, X-Men, and "The Hulk" franchises.
Cryptic Studios™, Inc., located in Los Gatos, California, was established in July of 2000 and is an independent employee-owned developer of massively multiplayer online games for the PC and next generation consoles.
www.xbox.com /en-AU/community/news/events/x06/marveluniverse.htm   (525 words)

  
 Marvel.com - DAVID MAISEL JOINS MARVEL STUDIOS AS PRESIDENT & COO OF MARVEL STUDIOS TO OVERSEE NEW INITIATIVE   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Marvel Studios' mission is to maximize the financial and creative success from each entertainment project that is based on Marvel's vast universe of over 4,700 characters.
Marvel Studios will focus on unlocking the value of more of our characters through new entertainment projects that specifically target those demographic groups that most heavily purchase DVDs and video games.
Marvel's operations are focused in three areas: entertainment (Marvel Studios) and licensing, comic book publishing and toys (Toy Biz).
www.fantasticfour.com /company/showarticle.htm?id=27   (870 words)

  
 Superhero Times - Marvel Studios Engages All-Star Roster For New Film Slate   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Marvel Studios announced today plans to develop and produce a new slate of feature films, several big name screen writers and directors have been lined up to make the next round Marvel Films a success.
With screenwriters and directors on board, Marvel is commencing discussions with other talent and visual effects houses as it gears up for full-scale production on the new slate, with the first release anticipated in 2008.
These projects are expected to be financed with Marvel's $525 million revolving film financing facility and distributed under Marvel's overall distribution arrangement with Paramount, except for The Incredible Hulk which will be distributed by Universal.
www.superherotimes.com /newsarchive/001383.php   (583 words)

  
 Nick Cassavetes to Direct New Line Cinema and Marvel’s Iron Man
The project, which is being produced by Marvel Studios’ CEO Avi Arad (Spider-Man, X-Men) and Angry Films’ Don Murphy, is based on a script by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, and David Hayter.
Marvel's operations are focused in four areas: entertainment (Marvel Studios), licensing, publishing and toys (Toy Biz).
Marvel's characters and plot lines are created by its publishing division, which continues to expand its leadership position in the U.S. and worldwide while also serving as an invaluable source of intellectual property.
www.timewarner.com /corp/newsroom/pr/0,20812,1008236,00.html   (840 words)

  
 Variety.com - Marvel's CEO office gets crowded
Marvel Entertainment has upped two execs, David Maisel and John Turitzin, to the newly created role of exec VP, office of the chief executive.
Marvel's stock has been on the rebound since it sunk over the summer in the wake of topper Avi Arad's departure, rising more than 30% to top $24.
Studio's movies are partly financed by a $525 million debt facility from Merrill Lynch that Maisel was instrumental in landing.
www.variety.com /article/VR1117950755.html?categoryid=1350&cs=1   (321 words)

  
 A cache of characters - 3/12/2001 - Broadcasting & Cable - CA65765   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Marvel Studios, the production company behind last summer's smash film The X-Men and summer 2002's big buzz Spiderman, is hoping to power its way through a slew of TV projects with, well, superhuman strength.
That certainly sounds like a job for a superhero, but Marvel Studios has about 4,600 comic-book-based characters from which to choose for future story lines and plans to launch one TV animated tie-in per film.
Yet Marvel is also readying live-action syndicated series for 2002, to be based on comic properties not in its film pipeline.
www.broadcastingcable.com /article/CA65765.html?display=Programming&pubdate=03/12/2001   (621 words)

  
 Marvel Studios Head Spotlighted In Entertainment Weekly - Digital Tools For Broadcasters - Post601.com
Marvel's operations are focused in four areas: entertainment (Marvel Studios), licensing, toys (Toy Biz) and comic book publishing.
Marvel facilitates the creation of entertainment projects, including feature films, television and DVD/home video, based on its characters and also licenses its characters for use in a wide range of consumer products and services including video and computer games, apparel, collectibles, snack foods and promotions.
Marvel's characters are created by its comic book division which continues to maintain a leadership position in the U.S. and worldwide while also serving as an invaluable source of intellectual property.
www.post601.com /news/199   (379 words)

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