![]() ![]() “This drawing encompasses everything that the relationship between Batman and Robin represented as Miller re-imagined and re-energized the franchise,” said Todd Hignite, Vice President of Heritage Auctions. The best grouping of Frank Miller Dark Knight artwork ever to be offered in a single auction, led by one of the most evocative images from the famed series, The Dark Knight Returns #2 Batman and Robin Splash Original Art (DC, 1986), estimated at $75,000+, depicting a seriously wounded and determined Bruce Wayne in a fatherly embrace with his protégé Robin (Carrie Kelly), will cross the block on May 17 in Dallas as the highlight lot in Heritage Auctions’ Comics and Original Comic Art Signature Auction. Bruce Wayne begins his training to turn himself into Batman, an avenging hero who vows to save his beloved Gotham City from the Scarecrow and the League of Shadows. Just when Batman thinks it can’t get much worse, he meets his match with Catwoman, a cat burglar with a hidden agenda.Ĩ p.m., “Batman Begins” ABC Family Premiere starring Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Liam Neeson, Katie Holmes, Gary Oldman and Cillian Murphy. A corrupt businessman teams up with The Penguin to wrestle control of Gotham City away from Batman. His only ally is earnest reporter, Vicki Vale.ĩ p.m., “Batman Returns” starring Michael Keaton, Danny DeVito, Michelle Pfeiffer and Christopher Walken. The Dark Knight faces his worst enemy: the psychotic Joker. Batman gets unexpected “help” in the form of Batgirl, a young woman eager to join the Dynamic Duo in their crime fighting.Ħ p.m., “Batman”starring Michael Keaton, Jack Nicholson and Kim Basinger. Freeze and Poison Ivy for control of Gotham City. Meanwhile, Bruce flirts with a beautiful psychiatrist who is trying to track down the Caped Crusader.ģ:30 p.m., “Batman & Robin” starring George Clooney, Chris O’Donnell, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Uma Thurman and Alicia Silverstone. Batman and Robin go up against Two-Face and The Riddler. The “Batman” marathon schedule is as follows:ġ p.m., “Batman Forever,” starring Val Kilmer, Tommy Lee Jones, Jim Carrey, Nicole Kidman and Chris O’Donnell. The marathon starts with “Batman Forever” on Saturday, April 6 (1 p.m.), and will conclude with the ABC Family premiere of “Batman Begins” on Sunday, April 7 (8 p.m.). Jim’s character and logo designs have appeared in various editorial initiatives and videogames.Ī lifetime musician, Jim has been in several bands and played at the legendary CBGB’s! A true artist and fan, Jim has been interviewed by local and national media to discuss everything from comics to design, and of course all things DC.ABC Family presents a two-day “Batman” marathon. Jim’s early comic book credits include illustrations for the Savage Sword of Conan and a collection of stories in Heavy Metal Magazine. He also had a stint working in the garment center in NYC, an experience that would help shape him into the talented and creative artist he has become.Īs his interest in toy collecting grew, he eventually focused his career path on this unique specialty. At the start of his career, he ran his own design and illustration studio. Jim has also art directed numerous products for almost every major film release since joining DC.Ī native of Setauket, New York, Jim is a self-described illustrator turned toy designer. Jim also spearheaded some of DC ‘s longest running, successful action figure lines - Batman the Animated series, Justice, Blackest Night and the various Arkham video game collectible figures, all highly prized by collectors. He guided the Batman Black and White statue series to include more than 100 statues. During his DC career, Jim designed the Ame-Comi PVC statue series, Uni-Formz designer vinyl figures, DC Core PVC statues as well as many battle statues and props. He also co-founded the fan-favorite DC Bombshells line and oversaw the development of the DC Designer series statues and the unique Artist’s Alley program. Joining WarnerMedia in 2004, Jim has served as the creative leader for all DC collectibles products since 2010, and spearheaded many of the department’s most impactful initiatives. Jim Fletcher is the Creative Director of DC Direct, the highly regarded collectible division of DC which is one of the largest publishers of comics and graphic novels in the world and home to some of the most iconic and recognizable characters ever created.
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