DUBAI: US actors Michael Rooker and Jon Bernthal are set to attend the 10th edition of the Middle East Film and Comic Con, taking place in Abu Dhabi from March 4-6.
Rooker and Bernthal are part of a star-studded guest list that includes US voice actor Charles Martinet and “Game of Thrones” actress Nathalie Emmanuel.
Rooker is best known for his portrayal of Yondu Udonta in the blockbuster “Guardians of the Galaxy” movies and has thrilled fans with his roles in films and TV shows such as “The Walking Dead” and “The Suicide Squad.”
Bernthal starred alongside Rooker in “The Walking Dead.” He also had roles in Marvel’s “The Punisher,” “The Wolf of Wall Street,” “Baby Driver” and more.
The festival, which is dedicated to film, comic book and video game fans, will feature workshops, a theater experience, an Artists’ Alley and the ever-popular cosplay competition.