The Marvel Cinematic Universe – populated with the likes of Iron Man, Thor, and Captain America – is getting a movie about its first Asian superhero, and the film is being directed by Maui's own Destin Daniel Cretton. Marvel Studios announced last week that it is developing plans to bring the superhero Shang-Chi, the "Master of Kung Fu," to the silver screen; the character … [Read more...] about Maui’s Destin Daniel Cretton to Direct Marvel Superhero Movie
Maui Comics and Collectibles
Free Comic Book Day at Maui Comics and Collectibles
Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at Maui Comics and Collectibles on Saturday, May 5. Maui Comics will give out free comics to all guests, and the event will feature the annual Bruce Ellsworth memorial auction. There’ll also be local artists talking about their current and upcoming projects. Free. 10am. Maui Comics and Collectibles, (115 S. Wakea Ave., Kahului); 808-868-0219; … [Read more...] about Free Comic Book Day at Maui Comics and Collectibles
Maui Comic Con 2017
The first ever Maui Comic Con took place last year at the Lahaina Cannery. An estimated 2,000 people attended, many in costume with their keiki. The event featured appearances by top tier comic book artists, an Artist's Alley of local comic book artists, buyer's booths, scores of comic books, a VIP room and panels pertaining to comic book films and TV shows. The Lahaina Cannery … [Read more...] about Maui Comic Con 2017
‘Comics and Comics’ at Maui Comics and Collectibles
"Comics and Comics" will be at Maui Comics and Collectibles on Wednesday, Sept. 20. It will be a riot of a comedy show hosted by Maui’s own Willie Simon. Check out comic books, laugh out loud and learn more about the upcoming 2017 Maui Comic Con. There’ll also be free pizza! Free. 8pm. Maui Comics and Collectibles, (333 Dairy Rd., Kahului); 808-868-0219; … [Read more...] about ‘Comics and Comics’ at Maui Comics and Collectibles
Talking story with Steve Leialoha, Trina Robbins and James Silvani about the first ever Maui Comic Con
The first ever comic book convention (or “comic con”) of note took place in California. The year was 1970 and those present said it was like a church bake sale, with burly dudes sitting around card tables, selling stacks of comic books, while a few notable artists were present. It took a few decades but the event would eventually become the annual San Diego Comic Con that it is … [Read more...] about Talking story with Steve Leialoha, Trina Robbins and James Silvani about the first ever Maui Comic Con