Who would’ve ever thought the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) would need saving? Not me, for one, after bearing witness to the ridiculous run of success of the MCU from 2008-2019. The success continued with a few streaming hits (WandaVision and Loki) and big screen ones (Spider-Man: No Way Home, Wakanda Forever and Guardians of the Galaxy 3). But it’s fair to say that the … [Read more...]
Reasons Why The Marvels Failed At The Box Office
The Marvels had a budget of approximately $220 million but has only earned roughly $165 million through November. By any metric, that qualifies as a box office bomb. Why did The Marvels bomb? I found the movie to be pretty entertaining but it’s not without its flaws. But I’m not here to chronicle the film’s flaws. I am here to tell you the four reasons why I think … [Read more...]
Loki, Season Two, Is MARVELOUS
I do not know if the Marvel Cinematic Universe is back to its Infinity ♾️ Saga form, but I do know that the second season of Loki has been must-see television. Tom Hiddleston Hiddleston shines as per usual as the god of mischief. It’s been amazing to watch his transformation from Phase I villain to Phase II and III antihero to a fully-fledged hero in his own series. … [Read more...]
Ahsoka Is Vintage Star Wars
I have really enjoyed Ahsoka after six episodes. The action is measured, the plot is well-paced, and Rosario Dawson and Ray Stevenson have really stood out. My favorite parts of the show I have enjoyed the Jedi training droid a lot! Huyang (voiced by Doctor Who's David Tennant) is witty, humorous, has a design similar to something out of Battlestar Galactica (which I … [Read more...]
The Three Greatest Opening Scenes In Superhero Movie History
It was difficult to nail it down to three but I gave it considerable thought. Not-so-coincidentally, the three scenes that I selected happen to be in three of the greatest and most impactful superhero movies ever made. #1 The Dark Knight 🦇 What makes this scene so crazy is that it takes place in plain daylight, doesn’t include Batman, and never reveals the Joker’s face … [Read more...]