I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed Marvel’s Echo, which is currently streaming on Disney+. This darker, more-violent-than-your-typical MCU entry feels very similar to the tone of the now-defunct Marvel Netflix universe. And it works for me. The standouts Alaqua Cox is fantastic in the titular role (Echo/Maya Lopez). Her non-verbal acting is on point, … [Read more...]
Deadpool May Just Save the MCU
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...]