Photosensitivity Warning: One of the creatures in Sketch glows with rapidly changing colors when active and there is a quick burst of light during the climax; both of which may be triggering for photosensitive individuals. There’s a meme going around… Read More ›
A world invaded by monsters. Celestial observers meddling with humanity. Humans given the ability to upgrade their physical form by completing scenarios and defeating monsters, including acquiring specialty weapons. If this sounds like the 2016 web novel series Solo Leveling… Read More ›
There are dueling sentiments in the cinephile community: not everything needs a new edition and film preservation on physical media matters. Given the shift toward digital consumption which removes ownership from the viewer and keeps it steadily in the hands… Read More ›
Upon its release in 2022, The Bad Guys proved to be a surprising smash hit. The reviews were quite positive, with praise on all accounts. This included the screenplay, voice performances, and very entertaining action. Add in a gross of… Read More ›
Trigger Warning: Thunderbolts* includes depictions of suicidal ideation and an exploration of depression. Phase Five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is official over and Six is set to kick off with The Fantastic Four: First Steps; but, before we… Read More ›
“With great power, comes great responsibility.” – Stan Lee, 1962 Amazing Fantasy #15 Despite it now being more than 17 years since the Marvel Cinematic Universe began with Iron Man (2008), superhero stories remain in high demand from audiences in… Read More ›
The Jurassic Park series is one of the most profitable and beloved franchises in film history. There’s a sense of reliability in their fun nature, no matter the overall quality of the film. Steven Spielberg’s iconic 1993 film was revolutionary… Read More ›
Fifty years ago, on June 20th, 1975, Steven Spielberg (Hook) unleashed Jaws into theaters and audiences immediately became terrified to go into the water. Widely regarded as the first blockbuster film, its legacy is indelible between its John Williams (Star… Read More ›
This film is a miracle of cinema. Let me explain. After struggles making the film, including production delays, cast conflicts, and more, William Friedkin’s tense masterpiece of a thriller Sorcerer was finally released in cinemas in 1977. Another film released… Read More ›
In the history of the world, there have been indigenous peoples and there have been colonizers. In some cases, it’s viewed as a matter of perspective, but, by and large, if a people originated from a location, they are the… Read More ›
When I discovered cinema, my first dreams were of making my mark on franchises I loved. Then, I grew and learned how to harness my creativity to dream my own dreams. This is the key difference between the passive imaginer,… Read More ›
They may not be the draw that they once were, but never discount the Looney Tunes. Those who think the general population has forgotten the kooky cartoons will find themselves on the wrong end of public opinion, whether it’s by… Read More ›
Bethany: Having beliefs isn’t good? Rufus: I think it’s better to have ideas. You can change an idea. Changing a belief is trickier… — Dogma (1999) There are some directors whose work influences you in surprising ways. Of the many… Read More ›
Trigger Warning: The Final Reckoning contains two sequences involving flashing lights and light patterns that may be difficult for photosensitive viewers. In 1996, director Brian de Palma’s spy thriller Mission: Impossible released into theaters, bringing the beloved television series created… Read More ›
Trigger Warning: Fountain of Youth contains scenes of flashing lights and patterns in the final act that may disturb photosensitive viewers. At this point in his extensive career, it seems fair to boil down filmmaker Guy Ritchie’s films into two… Read More ›
May 2nd, 2008 — the Paramount Pictures produced and distributed Iron Man releases into theaters and audiences discover they are a small part of a larger universe. Seventeen years later, Thunderbolts* debuts, the 36th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe… Read More ›
What is it that gives life meaning? Is it the brevity? Is it what you do with it? Who you meet along the way? Is it the service you provide or the service provided to you? On the one hand,… Read More ›
“What If …” is not a question reserved for Marvel Comics; rather, it’s a question that’s been asked by philosophers, scientists, and more for the bulk of humanity’s existence. Within that question lives innumerable possibilities that no amount of planning… Read More ›
True crime stories are nothing new in terms of being a source for adaptive works. Law & Order consistently takes their inspiration from real crime tales, as do a variety of films. The four-film deep Crime City series led by… Read More ›
Of all the video game adaptations made (and there are several folks may not even realize are adaptations), none have met or exceeded expectations like director Jeff Fowler’s Sonic the Hedgehog trilogy. Each one is an entertaining family film with… Read More ›