"Turok: Son of Stone"

ManofTheAtom · Post by **ManofTheAtom** » Thu Jan 17, 2008 11:26 am

http://news.toonzone.net/article.php?ID=20767

THE QUINTESSENTIAL DINOSAUR HUNTER RETURNS IN GENIUS PRODUCTS AND CLASSIC MEDIA’S TUROK: SON OF STONE

The Legend is Born With DVD Debut February 5th

SANTA MONICA, CA – A great warrior in a lost land is about to find his destiny when TUROK: SON OF STONE charges onto DVD for the first time February 5th from Genius Products and Classic Media. Presented by The Weinstein Company, this Gold Key Production draws on the original 1950s comic book series, as well as influences ranging from Frank Miller to Akira Kurosawa, to create a dark, intense, epic reimagining of Turok®’s origin story. For the generation of fans who grew up on Turok video games as well as new devotees of the legendary franchise, this film is a chance to peer into the heart of the hero — and witness the birth of the legend. Turok gamers will love this return to the original story.

Timed to coincide with the property’s landmark re-launch, the TUROK: SON OF STONE DVD features the vocal talents of Adam Beach (Flags of Our Fathers, Law and Order: SVU), Robert Knepper (Prison Break), Cree Summer (A Different World) and Irene Bedard (Pocahontas).

TUROK: SON OF STONE is directed by Frank Squillace (X-Men: The Animated Series), Curt Geda (Marvel’s Ultimate Avengers), Dan Riba (Batman Beyond).

Tad Stones (Hellboy: Blood and Iron) is supervising director. Evan Baily (Invader Zim) produced the film. Tony Bedard, whose credits include comic book series “Negation” and “Route 666,” wrote the screenplay from a story co-written with Baily. Michael Uslan (Batman Begins) and Deborah Dugan are Executive Producers.

Synopsis

During 20 years in exile, Turok has become a powerful and feared warrior. He now returns home to find his village destroyed and his family slaughtered at the hands of the ruthless tyrant Chichak. On a mission of vengeance, Turok must journey to the Lost Land, a savage place forgotten by time, where primeval beasts hunt all who enter. Turok will face his greatest battle as he fights man-eating dinosaurs, merciless cave dwellers, and the darkness inside himself to take revenge on his sworn enemy. In this epic journey, Turok will find his destiny. In this Lost Land… A legend is born.

The DVD contains exclusive bonus materials including an in-depth look at the Turok property from comic book to video game and now an animated movie. The DVD also includes a commentary by the creators of the film. TUROK: SON OF STONE will be available for the suggested retail price of $19.95.

Special Features:

“Total Turok” - An in-depth look at the Turok property from comic book to video game and now an animated movie.
“Son of Stone Commentary” with Producer Evan Baily, Director Tad Stones, Director Dan Riba, Director Curt Geda, and Director Frank Squillace

BASICS

Price: $19.95
Street Date: February 5, 2008
Order Due Date: December 26, 2007
Catalog Number: 80980
Rating: NR
Run time: 73 minutes
Screen Format: Widescreen
Language: English
Closed Captioned

Todd Luck · Post by **Todd Luck** » Thu Jan 17, 2008 12:24 pm

ManofTheAtom wrote:http://news.toonzone.net/article.php?ID=20767

THE QUINTESSENTIAL DINOSAUR HUNTER RETURNS IN GENIUS PRODUCTS AND CLASSIC MEDIA’S TUROK: SON OF STONE

The Legend is Born With DVD Debut February 5th

SANTA MONICA, CA – A great warrior in a lost land is about to find his destiny when TUROK: SON OF STONE charges onto DVD for the first time February 5th from Genius Products and Classic Media. Presented by The Weinstein Company, this Gold Key Production draws on the original 1950s comic book series, as well as influences ranging from Frank Miller to Akira Kurosawa, to create a dark, intense, epic reimagining of Turok®’s origin story. For the generation of fans who grew up on Turok video games as well as new devotees of the legendary franchise, this film is a chance to peer into the heart of the hero — and witness the birth of the legend. Turok gamers will love this return to the original story.

Timed to coincide with the property’s landmark re-launch, the TUROK: SON OF STONE DVD features the vocal talents of Adam Beach (Flags of Our Fathers, Law and Order: SVU), Robert Knepper (Prison Break), Cree Summer (A Different World) and Irene Bedard (Pocahontas).

TUROK: SON OF STONE is directed by Frank Squillace (X-Men: The Animated Series), Curt Geda (Marvel’s Ultimate Avengers), Dan Riba (Batman Beyond).

Tad Stones (Hellboy: Blood and Iron) is supervising director. Evan Baily (Invader Zim) produced the film. Tony Bedard, whose credits include comic book series “Negation” and “Route 666,” wrote the screenplay from a story co-written with Baily. Michael Uslan (Batman Begins) and Deborah Dugan are Executive Producers.

Synopsis

During 20 years in exile, Turok has become a powerful and feared warrior. He now returns home to find his village destroyed and his family slaughtered at the hands of the ruthless tyrant Chichak. On a mission of vengeance, Turok must journey to the Lost Land, a savage place forgotten by time, where primeval beasts hunt all who enter. Turok will face his greatest battle as he fights man-eating dinosaurs, merciless cave dwellers, and the darkness inside himself to take revenge on his sworn enemy. In this epic journey, Turok will find his destiny. In this Lost Land… A legend is born.

The DVD contains exclusive bonus materials including an in-depth look at the Turok property from comic book to video game and now an animated movie. The DVD also includes a commentary by the creators of the film. TUROK: SON OF STONE will be available for the suggested retail price of $19.95.

Special Features:

“Total Turok” - An in-depth look at the Turok property from comic book to video game and now an animated movie.
“Son of Stone Commentary” with Producer Evan Baily, Director Tad Stones, Director Dan Riba, Director Curt Geda, and Director Frank Squillace

BASICS

Price: $19.95
Street Date: February 5, 2008
Order Due Date: December 26, 2007
Catalog Number: 80980
Rating: NR
Run time: 73 minutes
Screen Format: Widescreen
Language: English
Closed Captioned

Looks promising. Makes me wish i hadn't used up all my free Netflix and Blockbuster trails. LOL

ManofTheAtom · Post by **ManofTheAtom** » Thu Jan 17, 2008 12:26 pm

Who knew Turok would end up becoming one of the most successful VALIANT-related properties?

Hopefully this will lead into some VALIANT animated movies, but unlike the debacle with the X-O and Armorines video games, they'll be good.

cinlach@aol.com · Post by **cinlach@aol.com** » Thu Jan 17, 2008 1:49 pm

so what are the chances that with turok being so far in the public eye right now that classic might be willing to work with a comic company to resume publications?

i mean, both the dvd and the video game...someone's obviously interested in not only the past of turok, but the future as well.

could this multiple licensing, in two different mediums, be a good omen for the potential return of turok and the gang?

Daniel Jackson · Post by **Daniel Jackson** » Thu Jan 17, 2008 2:02 pm

cinlach@aol.com wrote:so what are the chances that with turok being so far in the public eye right now that classic might be willing to work with a comic company to resume publications?

i mean, both the dvd and the video game...someone's obviously interested in not only the past of turok, but the future as well.

could this multiple licensing, in two different mediums, be a good omen for the potential return of turok and the gang?

Hopefully Dino & Co. have already been discussing that with them.

iggy101us · Post by **iggy101us** » Thu Jan 17, 2008 2:08 pm

http://www.amazon.com/Turok-Son-Stone/d ... 290&sr=1-1

DVD at Amazon.com . . . the dinosaur has horns? Is that what the dinosaurs look like in the original comics?

ManofTheAtom · Post by **ManofTheAtom** » Thu Jan 17, 2008 2:15 pm

Daniel Jackson wrote:
cinlach@aol.com wrote:so what are the chances that with turok being so far in the public eye right now that classic might be willing to work with a comic company to resume publications?

i mean, both the dvd and the video game...someone's obviously interested in not only the past of turok, but the future as well.

could this multiple licensing, in two different mediums, be a good omen for the potential return of turok and the gang?
Hopefully Dino & Co. have already been discussing that with them.

"Turok, Dino Hunter"

Edit,

Scratch that

"Dino, Turok Hunter... This Time It's Personal!"

Valiant_1 · Post by **Valiant_1** » Thu Jan 17, 2008 2:36 pm

After reading this post, I'm reminded of an early suggestion for a Turok live-action show I goofed around with almost 4 years ago on one of my earliest posts:

viewtopic.php?t=1569

C'mon, some of my ideas weren't TOO bad...LOL!

ManofTheAtom · Post by **ManofTheAtom** » Thu Jan 17, 2008 3:07 pm

Between this and something like "JLA: The Geriatric Frontier", I'm more inclined to order Turok.

Ryan · Post by **Ryan** » Thu Jan 17, 2008 5:26 pm

This sounds awesome, I'm glad they're taking Turok back to his roots instead of trying to do something 'cool' like the new video game's storyline.

I wonder if this does well if they'll consider doing a Magnus or Solar movie.

Chiclo · Post by **Chiclo** » Fri Jan 18, 2008 1:59 am

Anyone near a Hastings might do well to look into one there.

http://www.gohastings.com/Catalog/Item/ ... =266471342

$13.97

Valiant_1 · Post by **Valiant_1** » Fri Jan 18, 2008 9:13 am

If you're in Tennessee, there's 6 different Hastings!

The closest to me is in Murfreesboro, about 45 minutes away.

Todd Luck · Post by **Todd Luck** » Fri Jan 18, 2008 10:32 am

ManofTheAtom wrote:Between this and something like "JLA: The Geriatric Frontier", I'm more inclined to order Turok.

Actually I'm also really looking forward to JLA: The New Frontier after seeing a teaser for it. If I had known what it was (basically the spiritual sequel to The Golden Age using DC's Silver Age characters) when it was published I would've got the original graphic novels. Between that and Turok I'll probably be getting Blockbuster onlne soon just so I can watch them.

ManofTheAtom · Post by **ManofTheAtom** » Fri Jan 18, 2008 10:34 am

Todd Luck wrote:
ManofTheAtom wrote:Between this and something like "JLA: The Geriatric Frontier", I'm more inclined to order Turok.
Actually I'm also really looking forward to JLA: The New Frontier after seeing a teaser for it. If I had known what it was (basically the spiritual sequel to The Golden Age using DC's Silver Age characters) when it was published I would've got the original graphic novels. Between that and Turok I'll probably be getting Blockbuster onlne soon just so I can watch them.

I would much rather DC had let Robinson and Smith do their own version of the Silver Age Elseworlds mini.

According to a small report in Wizard, it was going to be a murder mystery story centered around the Martian Manhunter.

New Frontier was just bland. Superheroes who smile all the time are boring.

ManofTheAtom · Post by **ManofTheAtom** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 8:22 am

http://www.aintitcool.com/node/35337

*SQUEE* · Post by ***SQUEE*** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 8:37 am

ManofTheAtom wrote:http://www.aintitcool.com/node/35337

That review just sold it 100% for me. Thanks for the link!

cinlach@aol.com · Post by **cinlach@aol.com** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 9:50 am

ManofTheAtom wrote:http://www.aintitcool.com/node/35337

GAH! you bested me with your fast fingers...damn you MOTA!

i was just coming to post that link...

ManofTheAtom · Post by **ManofTheAtom** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 9:52 am

cinlach@aol.com wrote:
ManofTheAtom wrote:http://www.aintitcool.com/node/35337
GAH! you bested me with your fast fingers...damn you MOTA!

i was just coming to post that link...

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