Making Space for Space With ‘For All Mankind’ And ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’
Sometimes you just want to watch something with spaceships. That’s how I felt a few weeks ago when I decided to start watching the AppleTV+ series ‘For All Mankind’.
Peacock Is Recreating NBC’s Thursday Night Must See TV Sitcom Line-Up
There are currently three sitcoms available on Peacock that brought over the 30 Rock/Office/Parks And Rec pedigree with them – mainly by employing a number of creative team members from those shows.
The Evolution Will Be Televised: How Barry and Stranger Things Embraced Change
Many shows that start out strong allow themselves to stagnate in the mire of status quo. Considering how much content is demanding our attention from networks and streamers in this modern Darwinist landscape of television, Stranger Things and Barry have wisely evolved to survive.
Ranking Raimi (Yes, Including Multiverse Of Madness)
Sam Raimi was my first favorite filmmaker. Army Of Darkness came out in 1992 when I was thirteen-years-old. I saw it in the theater, and thought it was just the absolute coolest thing ever.
Defending Wanda Maximoff (And Her Characterization In Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness)
First, my succinct review of the film: It was exactly what I expected an MCU movie directed by Sam Raimi would be, and I very much enjoyed it.
Everybody Loves Uhtred – An Uht-Head’s Elevator Pitch For Watching The Last Kingdom
I can’t say for sure that I created the term “Uht-Head” but I haven’t heard it before, so I’ll stake a claim to it until proven otherwise.
The Batman May Not Reinvent The Wheel, But It Is The Roundest Bat-Wheel Yet
I’m of the opinion that The Batman is the best live action Batman movie ever made.
I’m going to make my case but, if you happen to read this post and disagree, I’ll thank you to not lambaste me about how very wrong I am, and I shall extend you the same courtesy.
Orphans – Read The First Four Chapters Of My New Novel For Free
Sheriff Clarence Barnes is the law in the small Wyoming town of Hillbrook.
Anthony Cantare is a hired killer who finds his way to Hillbrook after a job-gone-wrong.
Uriel is a man with no memories, and no place in the world, whose unending search for a lost past takes him to Hillbrook.
These three strangers find their fates intertwined, even as a murderous militia group threatens to lay siege to the town.
But this looming incursion may not be as great a threat to them, as they are to each other.
Reacher And The Catharsis Of Comeuppance
If you have eight hours to spare, and you want to watch justice being served with flying fists and hot lead, then go check out Reacher.
Star Wars X And The Promised Future Of A Galaxy Far, Far Away
It’s been almost exactly one year since I posted about my grievances with Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise Of Skywalker. Not much has happened… Continue reading Star Wars X And The Promised Future Of A Galaxy Far, Far Away
Read The First Three Chapters In The Final Book Of The Venator Series: The Sacrifice
Read The Sacrifice now on Amazon Kindle, and catch up on the entire Venator Series!
Who Soared Like A Fanged Eagle In Cobra Kai Season 4?
Like many other people, I binged all of the new season of Cobra Kai on Netflix over the span of three or four days. Consider this my season review, though I’ll be writing it by ranking the journeys of the primary characters over the course of latest 10 episodes.
The Matrix: Revisited
With The Matrix: Resurrections coming in December, I figured it was a good time to re-watch the original trilogy. I loved the first movie ever… Continue reading The Matrix: Revisited
Malignant Is The Long Island Iced Tea Of Horror Films
I spent some time as a bartender about 20 years ago. It was something I trained for, and I even got a certification in Mixology.… Continue reading Malignant Is The Long Island Iced Tea Of Horror Films
Unlucky 7: The Most Notable Times WWE Failed Bray Wyatt
Bray Wyatt (real name Windham Rotunda) was recently released from his WWE contract. This sort of thing happens all the time in the pro wrestling… Continue reading Unlucky 7: The Most Notable Times WWE Failed Bray Wyatt
Where Are We Going In The Marvel Cinematic Universe (Multiverse) Phase (Fantastic) 4
It would appear that Kang (or Kangs) is/are the new Big Bad for MCU Phase 4. So, where do we go from here? Let’s take a look at what has officially been announced and try to piece together how Phase 4 will play out the challenge of Kang The Conqueror.
Taking A Nostalgic Stroll Down Fear Street
Fear Street ropes in viewers from my generation with nostalgia, while also appealing to the current crop of teenage viewers with teenage character who aren’t so very different than they are – even with 20+ years of history between them.
The Evolution Of Loki
On its broadest level, Loki was about getting the character to a point where he would have been had he not gotten killed by Thanos in Infinity War in a very underwhelming fashion. Since this Loki jumped timelines directly from the invasion of New York at the end of the first Avengers movie, that seemed to be a lot to ask
Re-Heating Hannibal
When Hannibal aired on NBC from 2013-2015 it was unlike anything seen before on network television. Which is to say that the gore in Hannibal,… Continue reading Re-Heating Hannibal
Jedi Mercy?
The Obi Wan Kenobi series on Disney+ is bringing back Hayden Christensen to presumably play some version of Anakin Skywalker / Darth Vader. The questions… Continue reading Jedi Mercy?
The Falcon And The Winter Soldier Season Recap: Who Wields The Shield?
This past Friday, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier completed the sixth episode of its first (and possibly only) season. There have been a million… Continue reading The Falcon And The Winter Soldier Season Recap: Who Wields The Shield?
10 For The Playlist – Vol 2
Time for another round of tunes that I love, and would like to share with more people who may not have heard them yet. So,… Continue reading 10 For The Playlist – Vol 2
Godzilla vs Kong, Or Why Can’t Everyone Just Chill And Let Kong Do Kong?
If what you want to see is Godzilla vs Kong, you’re gonna get your money’s worth.
If you’re looking for something more than that, you may want to look somewhere else.
Justice League: The Snyder (Un)Cut
Like millions of other people, I watched Zack Snyder’s Justice League (to be referred to as The Snyder Cut) over the weekend on HBO Max. And like almost everyone else who watched it, I’ve decided to post some thoughts.
What Is WandaVision If Not The MCU Persevering?
“What is grief, if not love persevering?”
That’s a line that Vision says in a flashback from the penultimate episode of WandaVision. It’s also, essentially, the show’s thesis statements
Avengers: Endgame – Closing The Circle
I loved Avengers: Endgame, and I think the last hour or so of it is the most rewatchable MCU movie out there.
What The Hell, Rise Of Skywalker?
Rise Of Skywalker was not only the final chapter of the long-awaited sequel trilogy, but also the final chapter in an extraordinarily beloved movie series that stems back more than 40 years.
10 For The Playlist – Volume 1
To preface: I am not a music critic. I don’t have a degree in Musicology, I can’t play any instruments, and frankly I can’t even sing unless I’m drunk in a private Karaoke room or all alone in my car.
Superman Returns: The Biggest Missed Opportunity In Comic Book Movie History
I understand that the title of this post is quite lofty, but I do want to clarify one big thing regarding this statement before we… Continue reading Superman Returns: The Biggest Missed Opportunity In Comic Book Movie History
Go To War For ‘Warrior’
“It’s Deadwood, but with Kung Fu!”
I’d bet dollars-to-donuts that was the elevator pitch for the Cinemax (now HBO Max) series Warrior. And, if that’s enough to get you to watch it, then my work here is done.
Ranking The Films Of The DC Multiverse
Since Warner Bros and DC have decided to officially open up the multiverse, I figured now was as good a time as any to list… Continue reading Ranking The Films Of The DC Multiverse
Archangel’s Descent
Some believe me to be a ghost cloaked in blackness, invisible as it rides amongst the other shadows. But those who contemplate me with fear do so with good reason. The criminal element will always fear the unknown, since those who feed on the fear of others are the ones more likely to be devoured by their own.