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So the question is: is it a swipe? A homage? Or a coincidence? More importantly, will Disney, which owns both Marvel and Star Wars, turn its own lawyers on itself to start the first copyright civil war? Let us know what you think in the comments. Separated At Birth used to be called Swipe File, in[...]

LOL. Patrick Gleason replied, Woah! lol Of course, there are precedents… such as Avengers #71 from 1998… X-Force #128 from 2002… And U.S.Avengers #3 from 2017… While You Are Deadpool #4 was a little more on the nose. You roll your dice, you take your chances… Separated At Birth used to be called Swipe File, in which we presented two or more images[...]

And recognised an older photo of cosplayer and adult model Vera Bambi. Here's an interstitial… Separated At Birth used to be called Swipe File, in which we presented two or more images that resemble each other to some degree They may be homages, parodies, ironic appropriations, coincidences, or works of the lightbox We trusted you, the reader,[...]

Please let me know what you are looking for and I will see what I can do.' This is not the only time Simon Williams has suffered such indignities… light switches instead of socks this time, Simon? Separated At Birth used to be called Swipe File, in which we presented two or more images that resemble each[...]

I presume that, as a result of this article, that some hard-working lawyers or accountants will be proposing a solution – before anyone else does. Separated At Birth used to be called Swipe File, in which we presented two or more images that resemble each other to some degree They may be homages, parodies, ironic appropriations,[...]

I mean, not 'the creeps' at all… And for comparison, here's a Pepe Gonzalez house advertisement in the Spanish publication Dossier Negro! G!, featuring Vampirella… Separated At Birth used to be called Swipe File, in which we presented two or more images that resemble each other to some degree They may be homages, parodies, ironic appropriations, coincidences,[...]

Gallagher also did a run of covers on the Chapterhouse comic book Captain Canuck, that received considerable praise and attention. But was he up to his old tricks? Take this cover to Captain Canuck #1…   It looks like he was using a flipped version of this Sideshow Collectibles 6 inch poseable figure, released alongside Captain America: Civil[...]

The poster for the October/November show has been released by graphic novelist Barbara Baldi and it looks a little familiar to some. Not just the image of the Teatro del Giglio behind it… But also a certain robotic arm… Baldi does have form in this regard… Separated at Birth used to be called Swipe File, in which we presented two[...]

Does it make it any better if it's a statue rather than another person's painting? Separated At Birth used to be called Swipe File, in which we presented two or more images that resemble each other to some degree They may be homages, parodies, ironic appropriations, coincidences, or works of the lightbox We trusted you, the[...]

This includes  'Precision Crafted Gear Made With Pride' and they guarantee that all their products are 'Made in the U.S.A.' Such as this penis ring. Currently on sale through eBay for $17. But does their logo look a little familiar? We think so. Namor… we know that John Byrne reinvented you as a businessman, but is this really where you[...]

From Clayton… …and from Andrew. Want to vote on it?   Separated At Birth used to be called Swipe File, in which we presented two or more images that resemble each other to some degree They may be homages, parodies, ironic appropriations, coincidences, or works of the lightbox We trusted you, the reader, to make that judgment yourself[...]

We ran quite a few over here. But, with the new DC Comics solicitations, there have been more. Here is a Ben Oliver cover from 2015, for Lobo #4. And this is the recently solicited cover to Deathstroke #42 by Francesco Mattina. What do you reckon? Separated At Birth used to be called Swipe File, in which we presented two[...]

Here's the latest for Female Furies #1… Anyone recognise it? Separated At Birth used to be called Swipe File, in which we presented two or more images that resemble each other to some degree They may be homages, parodies, ironic appropriations, coincidences, or works of the lightbox We trusted you, the reader, to make that judgment yourself[...]

Man, we were only talking about Superman: Red Son the other day, how the Millarworld Netflix press release said that it was the best-selling Superman

But it does beg the question: could Doctor Strange be part of Marvel's potential plans for a new Marvel Knights imprint following the reimagined mini-series led by superstar writer Donny Cates? (side note: for a rewarding read, check out Kate Willaert's look at the history of Jim Lee and Joe Quesada related to the original Marvel[...]

' Well, it appears that whether or not Rob remembers seeing Kyle's version, Kyle does have Rob's blessing to publish, without copyright concerns… Separated At Birth used to be called Swipe File, in which we presented two or more images that resemble each other to some degree They may be homages, parodies, ironic appropriations, coincidences, or works[...]

And here is Tejay's more recent print. What do you think? Look to the lines under his nose and the placement of his fist… Separated at Birth used to be called Swipe File, in which we presented two or more images that resemble each other to some degree They may be homages, parodies, ironic appropriations, coincidences,[...]

Part man, part machine, and bound together with the most extreme technological enhancements that the 1980s have to offer, NINJA-H is faster, stronger, and deadlier than any who have come before… Separated at Birth used to be called Swipe File, in which we presented two or more images that resemble each other to some degree[...]

It was created by writer Warren Ellis and artist Cully Hamner and was adapted into a series of movies What do you think? A subtle influence? Separated at Birth used to be called Swipe File, in which we presented two or more images that resemble each other to some degree They may be homages, parodies, ironic appropriations, coincidences, or[...]

Volume 2 is out next week. Separated at Birth used to be called Swipe File, in which we presented two or more images that resemble each other to some degree They may be homages, parodies, ironic appropriations, coincidences, or works of the lightbox We trusted you, the reader, to make that judgment yourself If you were[...]

Suicide Squad #37, out this week, with a cover by Jorge Jimenez. And Heroes For Hire #5 from 11 years ago, by Billy Tucci. Separated at birth? Or strangled at birth? Separated at Birth used to be called Swipe File, in which we presented two or more images that resemble each other to some degree They may be homages,[...]

Plus I'm going to watermark the hell out of every picture I post now: https://t.co/YcTbYO9wUF — GarlicPowder (@fartpowder) February 1, 2018 Any more for any more? In Swipe File we present two or more images that resemble each other to some degree They may be homages, parodies, ironic appropriations, coincidences or works of the lightbox[...]

The upcoming issue of Tom King and Joelle Jones's Batman #39 is much anticipated, following on from the very well-received double date at the fair, Batman

Even the bad guys need a little help, and with the Henched app you can find the perfect evil boss for you! Just don't be surprised if Red Hood and the Outlaws show up to your budding henchmen convention and stop your dreams dead in their tracks. On sale MARCH 14 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99[...]

But if Scott Free truly is infected by Darkseid, as Orion says, you can bet some dark force will intervene-only to what end? MATURE READERS In Shops: Dec 13, 2017 SRP: $3.99 As Philip Larkin asked "Where can we live but days? Ah, solving that question Brings the priest and the doctor In their long coats Running over[...]

We mentioned the oddly specific success that the Christmas TV ad for the John Lewis chain has had, and its effect on people flipping night lights on

Have at it… Separated At Birth used to be called Swipe File, in which we presented two or more images that resemble each other to some degree They may be homages, parodies, ironic appropriations, coincidences, or works of the lightbox We trusted you, the reader, to make that judgment yourself If you were are unable to[...]

Who might have enjoyed his reworking of Mary Jane Watson in a nude pose… Such as well-known Italian comic artist Francesco Mattina, when composing his exclusive cover of Venom #150 for Orlando Megacon, with a Mary Jane Venom. Let's do a little flipping, rotating and side-by side comparison before making judgment… Okay, now we can make judgement! This would[...]

And everything gets a little Halloween makeover, too. Such as purple vampires… Orange scarecrows… And Red… Skulls? Sadly, this is not an official Marvel licensed product. But for Marvel fans, could it be a collectible in its own right as a result? * * * * * In Swipe File, we present two or more images that resemble each other to some[...]

In 1988, Bill Drummond and Jimmy Cauty, who would be later known as the band KLF published The Manual, a low print run guide on how to game the UK music