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DC fans your champion has finally arrived! Huzzah! No longer will you lament what could've been. Wonder Woman breathes urgent life into a franchise which has withered like a slowly deflating balloon. I've got a few niggling complaints, but Wonder Woman is a tonne of fun. Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice was our introduction to Gal Gadot’s Wonder Woman; sadly her role was limited to a bit of banter and the climatic fight scene with Doomsday. For such an iconic character, it was an underwhelming debut. All is forgiven now that director Patty Jenkins ( Monster ) has delivered such an entertaining film. Mind you it's another origin story, and I’m almost done with origin stories, mostly because they follow rigid templates where seemingly minor details are substituted depending on the hero’s specific journey. That being said in the case of Wonder Woman/Diana Prince, she’s an Amazonian Princess from the mystical land of Themyscira, which is exclusively popula...

Episode 47! Stu and Billy are back at the flicks this week to watch Wonder Woman ! Directed by Patty Jenkins ( Monster ),   Wonder Woman   is 4th  instalment in the DC Extended Universe, and tells the origin story of Wonder Woman. Set in the early 20th century Diana (Gal Gadot), Princess of the Amazons, has been trained to be an unconquerable warrior on  the hidden paradise island of Themyscira . After American pilot Steve Trevor (Chris Pine) crash lands on the island he tells Diana and the Amazons about the ongoing events of the first World War. Compelled by duty to help, Diana leaves her island home to travel with Steve to London and bring an early end to the war. The film also stars Robin Wright,  Connie Nielsen , Elena Anaya, Lucy Davis, Danny Huston, David Thewlis, Said Taghmaoui, Ewen, Bremner, and Eugene Brave Rock. As well as the films, Stu and I discuss what else we've been watching this week, and look over the latest in movie ne...

The latest film in the DC Extended Universe is available on DVD and Blu-ray from December 7th! It feels good to be bad. Assemble a team of the world’s most dangerous, incarcerated Super Villains, provide them with the most powerful arsenal at the government’s disposal, and send them off on a mission to defeat an enigmatic, insuperable entity. U.S. intelligence officer Amanda Waller has determined only a secretly convened group of disparate, despicable individuals with next to nothing to lose will do. However, once they realise they weren’t picked to succeed but chosen for their patent culpability when they inevitably fail, will the Suicide Squad resolve to die trying, or decide it’s every man for himself? To win a copy of Suicide Squad on Blu-Ray simply Like, Share or Comment on our Facebook post to win The series stars: Viola Davis, Will Smith, Margot Robbie, Joel Kinnaman, Jai Courtney, Jay Hernandez, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Cara Delevingne...

HOLY NEW PODCAST GEEK OF OZ FANS! That's right, we are back with a new episode this week discussing Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice. Joining Stu and I this week is friend of the show (and Stu's Nemesis), Tim Kwok! Spoiler Warning in Advance as we go in depth to discuss the film. Also a profanity warning as well as the discussion got very heated and emotive. As always it would make our day if you could take a couple of minutes to rate and reviews us on iTunes or drop us some feedback below! Really keen to have your input in the show. Enjoy! -Billy                                       Get it from Podomatic  here                                             Get it from Itunes  here

Thanks to our pal at Warners Bros, we've got 5 copies of Batman: Assault on Arkham on Blu Ray to give away. The latest DC Universe Animated Original Movie focuses lest on the Bat and instead follows the exploits of everyones rabble rousing ragtag bunch of big bad baddies, the Suicide Squad. For your chance to get your hands on a copy, all you have to do is read Christof's review of the film and fill out the form below. Don't forget, you can get yourself a bonus entry just by  following us on Twitter  or  liking us on Facebook! THIS COMPETITION HAS CLOSED E ntries close 11:59pm on Sunday 7th September 2014. Your details will not be used in any way other than for the delivery of your prize. Geek of Oz and Warner Bros do not take any responsibility for the loss, damage or delay of/to prizes sent to winners (blame Australia Post for that one). The judges decision is final and no correspondence will be entered upon. One entry per person, subsequent entries w...

There's no such thing as too much, or too little, when you're talking about Batman. As such, Warner Bros Interactive Entertainment have just released a look at the Batmobile in "Battle Mode". The absolute worst thing about watching this trailer is knowing that the game has been pushed back to next year. That said, hopefully it will just result in an even more polished product. WARNER BROS INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT PRESS RELEASE: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and DC Entertainment have just released the first Battle Mode gameplay footage for the upcoming Batman: Arkham Knight videogame. Scarecrow has returned to unite the Rogues Gallery and has enlisted the Arkham Knight and his immense military force to bring all-out War to Gotham City and destroy the Batman once and for all. The Dark Knight must utilise the Batmobile’s newly-revealed Battle Mode, as well as his full arsenal of abilities, to protect his city from complete destruction. Batman: Ark...

Thanks to our friends at Warner Bros we've got 5 copies of The Big Bang Theory The Complete Sixth Season to give away on DVD. The incredibly successful, and hilarious, Big Bang Theory returns for its 6th season and it's lost none of its mojo. The Big Bang Theory, The Complete Sixth Season, is available on DVD and Blu-ray with UltraViolet from September 18th. All you have to do is fill out the form below and you're in the running to score a copy of The Big Bang Theory Season 6 on DVD. Don't forget, you can score yourself an extra entry just by  following us on Twitter  or  liking us on Facebook!

Man of Steel has made a ridiculous amount of money proving that the superhero boom has still got a hell of a lot of steam left in it with Zack Snyder returning to write and direct an as yet unnamed film featuring both Superman and Batman, the world's finest. While this information may already be all over the internet following San Diego Comic Con, Warner Bros have only just released their official press release which outlines the production team and other related details.

Based on Geoff Johns' and Gary Frank's "Brainiac" story arc from Action Comics #886-870, Superman Unbound is perfectly timed to take advantage of the runaway freight train that is Zack Snyder's Man of Steel.  The 16th film in the DC Universe Animated Original Movies, Superman Unbound offers a look at Superman that is sadly missed in many an adaptation. What Unbound manages to do in 70 short minutes, is show just how much Superman's adopted home means to him. This human element is what makes Superman not only relatable but also interesting. Without such a focus, he can often come across as being quite vanilla. With no real threat to his safety, it is his attachment to the things and people around him that gives importance to his exploits.

The more information that comes out about Batman: Arkham Origins, the more I want it to be here now! Unfortunately the all new trailer doesn't show any gameplay but what it does show is that the team in charge of the game has a knack for story telling. However, we do have a couple of screenshots that look as though they're from gameplay. More than just an awesome CGI clip, it shows a Batman who hasn't yet become as grizzled and surly as he was in the most recent games. It also shows a Batman who, while still kicking all sorts of butt, isn't quite as masterful as he will become. It also shows that a CGI film needs to be made, now! Check out the full trailer and details on preorder bonuses after the jump!

Personally, I loved The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey just as I've loved all of Peter Jackson's efforts in Middle Earth. While Jackson is known to press the envelope himself, it's Warner Bros that are forging new ground. Set for release on May 1st, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey will be released on DVD, Blu Ray and in an Australian first, UltraViolet.  What's UltraViolet? I hear you ask. Should I buy suncream? You openly wonder. Aw, not another crappy Milla Jovovich movie! You harumph. Well,  fear not. Find out all of the details after the jump!

It's only a fistful of days until the release of Injustice: Gods Among Us, NetherRealm's DC smack down which promises to bring the EPIC. Thanks to the good folks at Warner Home Entertainment we have FIVE copies of Injustice: Gods Among Us to giveaway on either PS3 or Xbox 360. All you have to do is follow on after the jump and fill out the form and you're in with a chance to win a copy of Injustice: Gods Among Us on your choice of console! Don't forget, you can score yourself an extra entry just by  following us on Twitter  or  liking us on Facebook!

Warners have made some massive headway in terms of furthering the DC brand both on the screen and in terms of video games. Not only has ARROW premiered to become one of the highest rating shows on CW but news at hand states that Warner's have managed to secure the rights to use the Man of Steel in a rumoured Justice League film! So, without further ado, we present you with a behind the scenes look at the upcoming Injustice: Gods Among Us , a fighting game like no other from the people behind the absolute classic, Mortal Kombat.

Since it's release in 2008, Star Wars: The Clone Wars has quickly become a fan favourite among geeks young and old. Often lauded as being the most enjoyable extension of Lucas' franchise, it expands upon a number of storylines that are mentioned in passing in the films or hold particular relevance to a number of main characters. Set between Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith, it fills in a number of blanks and gives relevance to a number of characters that seem important in the films, such as Count Dooku and General Grievous. Executive Producer George Lucas and Lucasfilm Animation present Star Wars™: The Clone Wars™ The Complete Season Four. The battle to save the galaxy reaches new heights of peril and new depths of darkness. The valiant Jedi Knights and clone troopers defend exotic planets from enemy forces. They wage war underwater, battle across a night-shrouded world and take on the merciless Death Watch. Our heroes are tested like never before as Anakin i...

DC Universe Animated Original Movies are without a doubt the more polished and enjoyable of "the big 2" comic companies, so what happens when they take on one of the greatest superhero graphic novels of all time?  Legendary creator Frank Miller is one of many well known writers to give his own spin on the caped crusader but not many have created something so unique yet still instantly recognisable as Batman. Batman: The Dark Knight Returns tells the story of a retired Batman. Worn out and middle aged he had hung up his cape and cowl only to be called again off the bench to fight an all new foe. Hitting shelves (digital and physical) throughout Australia on October 3, Batman: The Dark Knight Returns Part 1 is sure to thrill Batfans old and new. Check out all the details, special features, competition details and trailer after the jump!

Injustice: Gods Among Us looks insane! It has exactly what every superhero game needs, scale. Instead of punching on like mere mortals, the folks at NetherRealm Studios and Warner Bros. Interactive are creating a game that is every bit as epic as a superhero beat em' up should be.  The big question is, how will the less powerful characters fare? Characters like, I don't know, Catwoman for instance? Well, check out the all new reveal trailer below to find out!

Green Lantern: Rise of the Manhunters let's us take the reigns and wield the power of Hal Jordan as portrayed by Ryan Reynolds in the soon to be released Green Lantern from Warner Bros. Reminiscent of beat em ups of old, this game actually reminded me of games like Streets of Rage, not in terms of the production values, but just in relation to the button-mashingly addictive game play. Considering that this game is based on a film which is based on a comic book, it is surprisingly fun!

Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths is the seventh in the "DC Universe Original Animated Movie" series. It sees the usual JLA crew of Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash and Martian Manhunter travel to a parallel Earth in order to help out an alternate Lex Luthor. The latest in the DCU:OAM is by far the best of a good bunch. The film is somewhat loosely based on "Crisis on Earth Three" from Justice League of America #29–30 published in 1964 and Grant Morrison's JLA: Earth 2. The story begins on a parallel world in which Lex Luthor and The Joker, alternatively named The Jester, are heroic figures on the run from the "Crime Syndicate". The Syndicate are a Bizarro version of the Justice League led by Ultraman (Brian Bloom), an evil doppelganger of Superman. Lex makes his way to the DCU to plead with the JLA to assist in removing the Crime Syndicate from their position of power as overlords on his home world. I won't go anymore into the st...