Five to ten years ago, when nerd culture really started cracking the mainstream, we saw two very different reactions from people creating content. One group was enthusiastically happy and embraced it wholeheartedly. The other, didn't understand it at all--but knew that they wanted to make money off it. The examples that spring to mind are the NBC show Community and the CBS … [Read more...]
The Good, The Bad And The Ugly Of Batman Vs Superman
Before I delve into the good, the bad and the ugly of Batman Vs Superman (BvS), I want to share a few disclaimers and insights, so that no one reading this thinks that I'm a Marvel fanatic and/or DC hater. I am a comic book movie fan before I am a fan of DC or Marvel. Movie reviews are opinions not facts, but are often key indicators on how well a film is made as well as … [Read more...]
Cautious Optimism About Batman v Superman
I know the whole world is on fire with Marvel's latest killer Civil War trailer, and while there's plenty to talk about there, we should all remind ourselves that May is still a long way away. We've got plenty of time to hype ourselves up into a state of rabid anticipation. Let's try to pace ourselves, people. Meanwhile, that OTHER comic book movie franchise is preparing to … [Read more...]
The Good, The Bad And The Ugly In The Batman V Superman Trailer
Unless you are living under a rock, do not have Internet access or have zero interest in comic book movies, you have probably already seen the Batman v Superman trailer. After initially watching, my reaction was generally positive. However, after some back-and-forth banter with my family and friends offline, I began to question my initial reaction. And then I inevitably … [Read more...]
What Makes A Great Superhero?
I recently came across an article entitled, Stan Lee Explains What Makes A Great Superhero? It is an interesting question, and of course, when someone like comic book pioneer Lee speaks on it you'd best listen. Some of the key qualities that I noted in the short clip (the full interview can be found on Ora.tv) are: "Care-able:" Yes, I made up a word. But Lee is simply … [Read more...]