In what was a relatively light year in terms of comic book movie content on the big screen, what was the best superhero movie of the year? Before I tell you which one was the best release, here are the only real candidates to me: The “big three” superhero flicks of the past year all have a strong case for being the “winner.” But when push comes to shove, I choose … [Read more...]
Avengers: Doomsday Versus Spider-Man: Brand New Day
I know it’s holiday season. And I know I should be spreading holiday cheer. But am I a Scrooge because I’m not that excited to see Avengers: Doomsday next year? in fact, I am way more geeked 🤓 to see Spider-Man: Brand New Day! Cooking with old grease in Doomsday Looking at how Marvel Studios is leaning into re-casting its original cast members in familiar (Chris Evans as … [Read more...]
Thanks to the DC Universe in 2025!
Happy (early) Thanksgiving 🦃 to everyone! I’m in holiday/chill mode, so I got a really short post for you! Sticking with the thankful theme, I’d like to thank DC for finally restoring faith in its film and television franchises. Many props go to creator James Gunn, for his work in directing Superman and Peacemaker, Season 2, which I thoroughly enjoyed. But this upward … [Read more...]
I’m Afraid Of Doctor Doom But For The Wrong Reasons
With Halloween 🎃 around the corner, I am having scary thoughts. They are about Doctor Doom. Not because I don’t like the character. Quite the contrary—this side of the Green Goblin, he is my favorite Marvel supervillain. 🦹♂️ Not MY Doctor Doom My concern is with the casting choice of Robert Downey, Jr. as Doctor Doom in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. I know “RDJ” is … [Read more...]
Will the Mandalorian and Grogu Save Star Wars (Again)?
When asking the question in the blog post title, “again” refers to the first time that the Mandalorian and Grogu saved the Star Wars IP—after it debuted on Disney + in November 2019. This time around, the “save” reference is referring to the big screen—since The Last Jedi and The Rise of Skywalker, the last two, and arguably the most polarizing movies in the Star Wars movie … [Read more...]