If you have read my previous posts and know anything about me, you know that Superman, Star Wars and the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) are the three properties that have most impacted my geeky sensibilities. Superman (1978) This is the first fantasy/sci-fi movie that mesmerized me as a youth. I can remember it like it was yesterday. Christopher Reeve really made me … [Read more...]
The Return of the Mandalorian (Season 2)
It’s been a long year, to say the least. From COVID-19 to political divisiveness here in the U.S., “Baby Yoda” and Din Djarin will be sights for sore eyes later this weekend on Disney+. … [Read more...]
Thank You Chadwick Boseman
For 42 ⚾️ And re-educating millions of people around the world about the legacy and legend of the late, great Jackie Robinson. The most famous Dodger of all-time was given a re-boost into our collective conscience. I thank you for that. For Get On Up 🎙 And re-introducing the “Godfather of Soul” to millions. His influence is undeniable—from rock-and-roll of the late … [Read more...]
The Batman
At first, I wasn't too excited when I heard that Batman was being re-cast so soon. Although I didn't love Batman v. Superman or the Justice League movies, I was totally fine with Ben Affleck's depiction of the Caped Crusader. In fact, Batfleck was starting to grow on me. Enter Robert Pattinson Like many fans and pundits, I asked myself, "why is the dude from those … [Read more...]
What Superman Means To Me
Superman is arguably the most recognizable and imitated character in comic books and superhero movie history. But he's meant so much more to me during my nearly half-a-century on earth. Superhero Movie Genesis In 1978, when the first big budget Superman film released, I was smitten. Like many of my fellow children of the 1980's, I really thought a man could fly after seeing … [Read more...]