I’ve already gone on record saying that Ben Affleck’s version of Batman in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice is my favorite version so far. I loved the darkness and intensity of the character, and I also loved that classic look of the Dark Knight being brought to life on the big screen. But that’s not the first time we’ve seen this version of Batman in a film.
In 2003, Sandy Collora shook the geek world when he unveiled his badass short film Batman: Dead End, and there are a lot of similarities between that version of Batman (played by Clark Bartram) and Affleck’s version of the character. The costume in Batman v Superman has more detail to it, but the concept of it and how the character was portrayed is exactly the same as what Collora and his team created all those years ago.
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In 2003, Sandy Collora shook the geek world when he unveiled his badass short film Batman: Dead End, and there are a lot of similarities between that version of Batman (played by Clark Bartram) and Affleck’s version of the character. The costume in Batman v Superman has more detail to it, but the concept of it and how the character was portrayed is exactly the same as what Collora and his team created all those years ago.
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- 3/29/2016
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
Tim Burton, Joel Schumacher, Christopher Nolan, and Zack Snyder have all done what most superhero junkies could only dream of doing: direct a Batman movie. But there was one other filmmaker privileged enough to have suited up the masked manhunter for cinema, achieving almost overnight success in 2003 and a cult classic amongst Batman fans—without the “superpowers” of a million dollar budget or the tyranny of studio executives. The director: Sandy Collora. The film: Batman: Dead End.
“Behind The Mask”, a 90-minute documentary on the life and career of Sandy Collora, was shown recently at Monsterpalooza in Burbank, CA, telling the story of the indie filmmaker’s refusal to “sell out” to major studios and finding satisfaction in directing his own films.
For those unfamiliar with the super-hero/horror movie, Batman: Dead End (available for free online) is an 8-minute fan film made by director and creature creator Sandy Collora...
“Behind The Mask”, a 90-minute documentary on the life and career of Sandy Collora, was shown recently at Monsterpalooza in Burbank, CA, telling the story of the indie filmmaker’s refusal to “sell out” to major studios and finding satisfaction in directing his own films.
For those unfamiliar with the super-hero/horror movie, Batman: Dead End (available for free online) is an 8-minute fan film made by director and creature creator Sandy Collora...
- 5/11/2015
- by Holly Interlandi
- FamousMonsters of Filmland
*Full disclosure: a DVD screener of this film was provided by Maya Entertainment and Mprm.
**Here be some spoilers.
Director/writer: Sandy Collora.
First off, this reviewer freely admits that the science fiction genre is a real blind spot in this writer's expertise. After listening to director Sandy Collora's ("Batman: Dead End") commentary on Hunter Prey, there are some comparable anchoring points. Collora pulled some of his influences from the '70s Buck Rogers, Planet of the Apes, Star Wars and others for this December, 2010 release. Collora is also influenced by westerns, but Hunter Prey feels like an extended version of Star Trek's 1967 "Arena."
In this feature, a captive escapes from a downed spacecraft, known as the Prometheus. A three man military trained crew moves in to chase, while initially pinned down by accurate plasma fire. Did this reviewer just say "plasma fire?" Anyways, a cat and...
**Here be some spoilers.
Director/writer: Sandy Collora.
First off, this reviewer freely admits that the science fiction genre is a real blind spot in this writer's expertise. After listening to director Sandy Collora's ("Batman: Dead End") commentary on Hunter Prey, there are some comparable anchoring points. Collora pulled some of his influences from the '70s Buck Rogers, Planet of the Apes, Star Wars and others for this December, 2010 release. Collora is also influenced by westerns, but Hunter Prey feels like an extended version of Star Trek's 1967 "Arena."
In this feature, a captive escapes from a downed spacecraft, known as the Prometheus. A three man military trained crew moves in to chase, while initially pinned down by accurate plasma fire. Did this reviewer just say "plasma fire?" Anyways, a cat and...
- 2/1/2011
- by Remove28DaysLaterAnalysisThis@gmail.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
It has been more than a year since the first trailer for sci-fi thriller Hunter Prey was published (here). Since April there have been a number of developments on this project including: a new poster, a longer trailer, and confirmation that the film will release December 7th, 2010. Maya Entertainment has recently picked up distribution for this project. Maya Entertainment is the only full service "Latino media content company in the world" (Maya) and the many science fiction buffs out there can watch the colour corrected and extended trailer below. Enjoy!
The synopsis for Hunter Prey is here:
"The Prometheus has dropped out of orbit. Communications and life support systems are down. Situation Critical: status of crew and prisoner unknown. With orders to catch their Alien Prisoner alive the surviving crew of the spaceship Prometheus pursue a dangerous game of cat-and-mouse with their escaped prisoner on a deserted and barren planet.
The synopsis for Hunter Prey is here:
"The Prometheus has dropped out of orbit. Communications and life support systems are down. Situation Critical: status of crew and prisoner unknown. With orders to catch their Alien Prisoner alive the surviving crew of the spaceship Prometheus pursue a dangerous game of cat-and-mouse with their escaped prisoner on a deserted and barren planet.
- 11/6/2010
- by 28DaysLaterAnalysis@gmail.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
Sandy Collora is going to be huge. Yes, that’s purely my opinion, but it’s one a lot of studios shared after seeing what he could do in his eight minute short Batman film, Batman: Dead End.
Starting out at Stan Winston Studios, he went on to work with practical effects legends like Rick Baker and Rob Bottin and did concept design on Men in Black, The Crow and Predator 2. With his vision and talent for creature design he certainly has a touch of Guillermo Del Toro about him, and once the suits saw Batman: Dead End, they circled eagerly.
Unfortunately Collora fought an uphill battle with the aforementioned studios in getting his debut Hollywood feature sorted. This was incredibly frustrating for those waiting to see what he could do with a full feature and a healthy budget, and can’t have been a lot of fun for the man himself either.
Starting out at Stan Winston Studios, he went on to work with practical effects legends like Rick Baker and Rob Bottin and did concept design on Men in Black, The Crow and Predator 2. With his vision and talent for creature design he certainly has a touch of Guillermo Del Toro about him, and once the suits saw Batman: Dead End, they circled eagerly.
Unfortunately Collora fought an uphill battle with the aforementioned studios in getting his debut Hollywood feature sorted. This was incredibly frustrating for those waiting to see what he could do with a full feature and a healthy budget, and can’t have been a lot of fun for the man himself either.
- 9/2/2010
- by Alan Simmons
- FilmShaft.com
While the main purpose of Secret Identity is to discuss the possibilities of future comic book movie casting, it's also worth dwelling on the perfect casting of the past. One particular character has changed through many different but equally capable hands over the years — and while everyone has his or her favorite interpretation, there is no question that The Joker has always been a fan favorite.
As today is April Fools' Day — the one day of the year where endlessly pranking people is the societal norm — it feels appropriate to look back on the various actors that have caused mischief as the Clown Prince of Crime.
Cesar Romero: Adam West's portrayal of Batman is certainly iconic, but it would have lacked some serious biff-bang-pow without the inclusion of an excellent rogues gallery — and thankfully, Cesar Romero was there to do the job as The Joker in the 1960s...
As today is April Fools' Day — the one day of the year where endlessly pranking people is the societal norm — it feels appropriate to look back on the various actors that have caused mischief as the Clown Prince of Crime.
Cesar Romero: Adam West's portrayal of Batman is certainly iconic, but it would have lacked some serious biff-bang-pow without the inclusion of an excellent rogues gallery — and thankfully, Cesar Romero was there to do the job as The Joker in the 1960s...
- 4/2/2010
- by Josh Wigler
- MTV Splash Page
There's been a lot of excitement from fans over the new Predators film - especially after a first look at footage and concept artwork - and a similar sense of anticipation over a third Batman movie now that it's been confirmed by Christopher Nolan.
But what if the two worlds collided?
As fanboys will know, it's already happened in the comics. A crossover series called Batman versus Predator, written by Dave Gibbons (the artist on Watchmen) was published in 1991 and saw the caped crusader investigating grisly murders in Gotham.
A sequel, Batman versus Predator II: Bloodmatch, followed in 1995 and a third series, Batman versus Predator III: Blood Ties, in 1997.
The two characters have also encountered each other on celluloid. In 2003, Sandy Collora released a short film called Batman: Dead End.
The eight-minute story sees Batman (Clark Bartram) pursuing the Joker (played by the late actor Andrew Koenig, who passed away...
But what if the two worlds collided?
As fanboys will know, it's already happened in the comics. A crossover series called Batman versus Predator, written by Dave Gibbons (the artist on Watchmen) was published in 1991 and saw the caped crusader investigating grisly murders in Gotham.
A sequel, Batman versus Predator II: Bloodmatch, followed in 1995 and a third series, Batman versus Predator III: Blood Ties, in 1997.
The two characters have also encountered each other on celluloid. In 2003, Sandy Collora released a short film called Batman: Dead End.
The eight-minute story sees Batman (Clark Bartram) pursuing the Joker (played by the late actor Andrew Koenig, who passed away...
- 3/18/2010
- by David Bentley
- The Geek Files
For nearly a week now, the online world has been following the search for "Growing Pains" actor Andrew Koenig, whose body was discovered in Vancouver yesterday, according to various reports.
While most people recognize the 41-year-old Koenig as Richard "Boner" Stabone, the troublemaking buddy of Kirk Cameron in the ABC sitcom "Growing Pains," comics fans might know him better as the actor who played The Joker in the wildly popular fan-made film "Batman: Dead End." Made by Sandy Collora, "Dead End" starred Koenig as The Joker and Clark Bartram as Batman, and received high praise from critics and comic creators alike (including Kevin Smith and Alex Ross).
Along with his work on "Batman: Dead End," Koenig also provided several voices in the "G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero" animated series.
Check out "Batman: Dead End" below:
Let us know what you think in the comment section or on Twitter!
While most people recognize the 41-year-old Koenig as Richard "Boner" Stabone, the troublemaking buddy of Kirk Cameron in the ABC sitcom "Growing Pains," comics fans might know him better as the actor who played The Joker in the wildly popular fan-made film "Batman: Dead End." Made by Sandy Collora, "Dead End" starred Koenig as The Joker and Clark Bartram as Batman, and received high praise from critics and comic creators alike (including Kevin Smith and Alex Ross).
Along with his work on "Batman: Dead End," Koenig also provided several voices in the "G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero" animated series.
Check out "Batman: Dead End" below:
Let us know what you think in the comment section or on Twitter!
- 2/26/2010
- by Rick Marshall
- MTV Splash Page
Remember Sandy Collora? The guy who made that really hot short fan film called Batman: Dead End, where Batman fights the Alien then the Predator that was all the rage during Comicon 2003? The film that even Kevin Smith said was "An amazing piece of work, possibly the truest, best Batman movie ever made."If not then check it out the short by clicking Here to refresh your memory. The short was an excellent calling card and made so much noise it that got Sandy signed to Icm and soon he was being set up around town on the meeting circuit to meet with some pretty big folks at studios and production companies to pitch his other ideas. I always run into filmmakers who want to make a short film as a calling card and I always tell them that if their stuff isn't cool, high concept, or the execution isn't...
- 11/23/2009
- LRMonline.com
A film from Moviehouse Entertainment and directed by Sandy Collora, Hunter Prey has made headlines at the American Film Market. Already shown throughout the first week of November at the Afm, Hunter Prey has a new look and an official poster, both of which can be seen here. Right now, the film is looking for North American distribution as production is now finished on the film. So, with any luck this film will be released in theatres and then on DVD in 2010 (a prediction). Check out the trailer for the film below to refresh your memory until more news comes along on this very thrilling film.
Director: Sandy Collora.
Writer: Nick Damon, and Sandy Collora.
Cast: Simon Potter, Clark Bartram, Damion Poitier, and Isaac C Singleton Jr.
A synopsis for Hunter Prey here:
"Priority One. Alpha Base. The Prometheus has dropped out of orbit. Communications and life support systems are down!
Director: Sandy Collora.
Writer: Nick Damon, and Sandy Collora.
Cast: Simon Potter, Clark Bartram, Damion Poitier, and Isaac C Singleton Jr.
A synopsis for Hunter Prey here:
"Priority One. Alpha Base. The Prometheus has dropped out of orbit. Communications and life support systems are down!
- 11/8/2009
- by Michael Ross Allen
- 28 Days Later Analysis
"Hunter Prey," is quickly moving towards a release date and Sandy Collora's science fiction horror film dazzles despite the before seen costumes. The latest film from writer and director Sandy Collora "Hunter Prey," stays in line with a science fiction thriller. The first high quality trailer is available for the film, set in the future, and the costumes will remind viewers of past science fiction films or Japanese anime. Not revealing any dialogue in the first teaser some of the plot, involving the capture of an escaped alien, can be seen in the short promo for the film. Starring Isaac C. Singleton Jr. the film will release shortly as the film is now finished with production.
The sparse story involves a special ops crew chasing an alien escapee into a dangerous part of the universe. The teaser shows a similar theme and the antagonist in the film is briefly shown behind reams of make-up.
The sparse story involves a special ops crew chasing an alien escapee into a dangerous part of the universe. The teaser shows a similar theme and the antagonist in the film is briefly shown behind reams of make-up.
- 4/9/2009
- by Michael Ross Allen
- 28 Days Later Analysis
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