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Invader Bloo · 08-31-2009, 05:19 PM

http://comics.ign.com/articles/101/1019830p1.html

I'm not worried about this. This is actually better for Marvel so they don't go bankrupt again (they did in the '90s & that's why all of the different characters are at different movie studios. Marvel auctioned off characters to get money).

Plus, Disney said they'll let Marvel do what they want like they're doing with Pixar & like WB's been doing with DC comics.

I do wonder if we'll see Punisher in Kingdom Hearts 3 alongside Pooh Bear.

GASP! Maybe Marvel will try to bring back Darkwing Duck!!!!

Lynnie · 08-31-2009, 06:54 PM

I think it's pretty cool, although I'm not sure what to think about Spiderman partnering up with Goofy and Max. Seems a little odd.

But I agree, I don't think this is a bad thing at all, and I'm curious to see what comes out of the whole deal.

frankie_fan · 08-31-2009, 07:20 PM

I'm interested in how Disney is going to do future Marvel films now. The idea of Walt Disney teaming up with (for arguments sake) Paramount to do a Captain America film seems kinda interesting...

Although Walt Disney have worked with Paramount before. They distributed Robin Williams' first feature film, Popeye.

Cassini90125 · 08-31-2009, 08:10 PM

If I see anything called "Iron Mouse" or "Donald and Howard's Excellent Adventure", I'm deleting Disney from my cable box.

I'll give Disney the benefit of the doubt for now but I'm wary of this merger.

BluebottleFlyer · 09-01-2009, 03:53 AM

Heard about this yesterday, a right bolt from the blue.

It just seems like a bad omen, to be honest...I do hope that Disney do as they've done wih Pixar and continue to let Marvel do ther own thing. I'm very wary of it though.

Major Abbey · 09-01-2009, 05:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Invader Bloo

I'm not worried about this. This is actually better for Marvel so they don't go bankrupt again (they did in the '90s & that's why all of the different characters are at different movie studios. Marvel auctioned off characters to get money).

Plus, Disney said they'll let Marvel do what they want like they're doing with Pixar & like WB's been doing with DC comics.

I agree with this.

Kootiebirdo · 09-01-2009, 01:48 PM

Can't say I'm a 100% comfortable about it myself. It'd be sweet however to see Pixar involved in a Fantastic Four project somewhere down the line once the rights with 20th Century Fox die out.

koosie · 09-01-2009, 02:13 PM

If a classic brand like Marvel going to be owned by anyone, then a big entertainment-centered corporation like Disney is probably best. They're aware of the long term value of a peice of art as well as consistently investing in cutting-edge projects. It's better than being owned by someone who specialises in different areas of the economy, or even worse an investment company.

edit: I just read the whole article. Hey I hadn't thought of the theme park possibilities. Wow! Watch this space!

Lynnie · 09-01-2009, 10:36 PM

Has anyone else seen this yet? A collection of submitted artwork combining something Disney with something Marvel. Some of the pieces are outright hilarious, some awe inspiring, others just plain wrong.

Much thanks to none other than Lauren for pointing me to this.

Cassini90125 · 09-01-2009, 11:09 PM

Mickey vs. the Punisher.

08-31-2009, 05:19 PM	#1
Invader Bloo Elder Spam Teh Merc with teh Mouth Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Weapon X Posts: 1,268	Disney Buys Marvel for $4 Billion http://comics.ign.com/articles/101/1019830p1.html I'm not worried about this. This is actually better for Marvel so they don't go bankrupt again (they did in the '90s & that's why all of the different characters are at different movie studios. Marvel auctioned off characters to get money). Plus, Disney said they'll let Marvel do what they want like they're doing with Pixar & like WB's been doing with DC comics. I do wonder if we'll see Punisher in Kingdom Hearts 3 alongside Pooh Bear. GASP! Maybe Marvel will try to bring back Darkwing Duck!!!! __________________ JOIN THE CAUSE! Become a Spam Role-Player!

08-31-2009, 06:54 PM	#2
Lynnie Lady of Brightwood Dream maker, wherever you're going I'm going your way Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: The Emerald City, in the Evergreen State, where everything is GREEN Posts: 2,419	I think it's pretty cool, although I'm not sure what to think about Spiderman partnering up with Goofy and Max. Seems a little odd. But I agree, I don't think this is a bad thing at all, and I'm curious to see what comes out of the whole deal. __________________ MySpace-Facebook-LiveJournal-Y!Profile-Dragon Cave

08-31-2009, 07:20 PM	#3
frankie_fan Resident Movie Buff But that's another show Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: I come from the land down under Posts: 1,078	I'm interested in how Disney is going to do future Marvel films now. The idea of Walt Disney teaming up with (for arguments sake) Paramount to do a Captain America film seems kinda interesting... Although Walt Disney have worked with Paramount before. They distributed Robin Williams' first feature film, Popeye. __________________ My deviantART page My myCast.io page

08-31-2009, 08:10 PM	#4
Cassini90125 The Postmaster Love gives you courage that's stronger than anything! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Saturn Posts: 6,645	If I see anything called "Iron Mouse" or "Donald and Howard's Excellent Adventure", I'm deleting Disney from my cable box. I'll give Disney the benefit of the doubt for now but I'm wary of this merger. __________________ "Frankie! That weird kid is using a flower pot for a cup!" Sailor Moon. Best Anime EVER.

09-01-2009, 03:53 AM	#5
BluebottleFlyer Foster's Legend Bug/monster/snowman/surfer creator at work Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Connecticut, USA (originally from County Durham, UK) Posts: 506	Heard about this yesterday, a right bolt from the blue. It just seems like a bad omen, to be honest...I do hope that Disney do as they've done wih Pixar and continue to let Marvel do ther own thing. I'm very wary of it though. __________________ "There's no promise of safety on these second-hand wings, but I'm willing to find out what impossible means" ~ "The Melting Point of Wax" - Thrice

09-01-2009, 01:48 PM	#7
Kootiebirdo Settling In I ate his liver with some fava beans and a nice chianti! Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Long Beach, NY Posts: 71	Can't say I'm a 100% comfortable about it myself. It'd be sweet however to see Pixar involved in a Fantastic Four project somewhere down the line once the rights with 20th Century Fox die out.

09-01-2009, 02:13 PM	#8
koosie Moon-Calf It was just imagination Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Northern Britain Posts: 695	If a classic brand like Marvel going to be owned by anyone, then a big entertainment-centered corporation like Disney is probably best. They're aware of the long term value of a peice of art as well as consistently investing in cutting-edge projects. It's better than being owned by someone who specialises in different areas of the economy, or even worse an investment company. edit: I just read the whole article. Hey I hadn't thought of the theme park possibilities. Wow! Watch this space! __________________ Aw....Snicket Last edited by koosie; 09-01-2009 at 02:16 PM.

09-01-2009, 10:36 PM	#9
Lynnie Lady of Brightwood Dream maker, wherever you're going I'm going your way Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: The Emerald City, in the Evergreen State, where everything is GREEN Posts: 2,419	Has anyone else seen this yet? A collection of submitted artwork combining something Disney with something Marvel. Some of the pieces are outright hilarious, some awe inspiring, others just plain wrong. Much thanks to none other than Lauren for pointing me to this. __________________ MySpace-Facebook-LiveJournal-Y!Profile-Dragon Cave

09-01-2009, 11:09 PM	#10
Cassini90125 The Postmaster Love gives you courage that's stronger than anything! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Saturn Posts: 6,645	Mickey vs. the Punisher. __________________ "Frankie! That weird kid is using a flower pot for a cup!" Sailor Moon. Best Anime EVER.