Month: June 2021

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is becoming a very different place, as it has to face the 2020s without many of its greatest characters. This is going to force some changes on it and a big one will be the introduction of the X-Men. Bringing them over to the MCU is going to open a lot

WARNING: The following article contains spoilers for Batman #109 by James Tynion IV, Jorge Jimenez, Tomeu Morey and Clayton Cowles, on sale now. Right from the start, Ghost-Maker was out prove that he was better than Batman. Things took a surprising turn when they decided to work together instead of against each other. In a

Batman’s first objective is always the protection of Gotham City. It’s his home, where he was born, and his first love. This is more central to Bruce Wayne’s character than being a member of the Justice League and a defender of the planet. Gotham comes first in his heart, and Batman takes the status of

For those who prefer to be mentally stimulated, the typical shonen or shojo anime probably won’t be enough to hold their attention. Sure, the stories are generally predictable and comfortable, but where’s the fun in that? For the intellectually hungry, anime featuring mind games are sure to be enticing. Watching characters outwit, manipulate, and mislead

WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Legendary Season 2, Episode 7, “Ovah!” and Season 2, Episode 8, “Ice Haus,” which aired Thursday on HBO Max. This week, fans of Legendary were treated to a double feature, with both Season 2, Episode 7, “Ovah,” and Season 2, Episode 8, “Ice Haus,” being released the same day. The

It’s no secret to anyone familiar with older television shows that censorship was commonplace on most programs. At the time, actors couldn’t share the same bed or even say “pregnant” without facing scrutiny. Moreover, explicit language, sex, violence and other perceived vulgarities of the time weren’t the only content deemed in need of removal before reaching an audience, and

The Green Lantern ring is considered one of the most powerful weapons in the DC Universe. It can project energy, create force fields, make hard-light constructs, and allow the wearer to fly and survive in the depths of space. Other ring colors have been introduced over the years, and each has its own specific twist

Today, we look at how it took a Quantum Leap comic book in the 1990s to finally depict the Stonewall Riots in a mainstream comic book. This is a feature called “Nothing is Better,” where I spotlight aspects of classic comic books that have particularly impressed me. A few months ago, I wrote about 1992’s

The Nintendo Switch is home to incredible games across genres, thanks to it being the first Nintendo home console in a while to get massive third-party support. Many of these games are much more niche than some of the titles found on Sony and Microsoft’s consoles, such as the Switch’s vast library of retro and

The first trailer for Eternals officially introduced the group of god-like immortals to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The teaser shows the titular Eternals’ arrival on Earth and hints at the influence the group has had on humanity throughout its history. It’s implied in the trailer that the Eternals have primarily operated behind the scenes, keeping their presence

WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Sailor Moon Eternal: The Movie, now available on Netflix. Sailor Moon Eternal: The Movie is streaming on Netflix, which adapts the entire Dream arc of Naoko Takeuchi’s Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon manga in two feature-length films. New villains arrive on the scene and the Sailor Guardians return to take them

WARNING: The following contains major spoilers for Superman & Lois Season 1, Episode 8, “Holding the Wrench,” which aired Tuesday on The CW. For some time now on Superman & Lois, General Sam Lane has been preparing to take down Superman behind the superhero’s back. While the General is, in fact, Superman’s closest ally, Lane

Divinity: Original Sin II is a game players flocked to for its vast worldbuilding, emphasis on character development and fun combat encounters. It features a deep character creation system that not only allows the player to pick their race and appearance, but allows them to customize their background and select a class. One such class is the Metamorph, which is possibly

WARNING: The following article contains spoilers for Justice League #62 by Brian Michael Bendis, David Marquez, Ivan Plascencia, Josh Reed, on sale now. As the former King of the Seven Seas, Aquaman is normally depicted as a powerful and regal member of the Justice League who has little need to rely on anything outside of

Aliens living on Earth has been a common plot device in many movies, TV series and more. Normally, the aliens have to hide from humans to prevent themselves from being dissected. On Solar Opposites, the situation is much different, with a group of aliens living openly in a typical, suburban neighborhood. And no one seems

Avatar: The Last Airbender receives a titanic level of praise. But though its sequel series, The Legend of Korra, has many ardent fans, it often gets a disproportionate level of criticism. The comparison between the two series too often glosses over The Last Airbender‘s flaws while haranguing Korra for the same problems, and nowhere is that clearer than in

Wolverine has had a long string of young partners over the years, with the seasoned anti-hero often showing his soft side by becoming a surprisingly genuine and committed mentor to young mutants.Quentin Quire, Armor and even his own clone Laura Kinney have been at his side at various points — a trend that began with Kate

WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Bad Batch Episode 6, “Decommissioned,” streaming now on Disney+. In The Bad Batch’s previous episode, the members of Clone Force 99 made an ally out of Cid, the former Republic informant, and now, in “Decommissioned,” she presses them into further service. The Trandoshan informant has a

The Expanded Edition of Scott Pilgrim vs. the World‘s beloved soundtrack is officially slated for release next month. What’s more, one of the Expanded Edition‘s new inclusions — Brie Larson’s performance of “Black Sheep” by Metric — has dropped early, and is streaming now on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. “On July 9, the

“Suspenseful” is not a word that gets thrown around often in regards to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. That’s not said as a knock to the MCU itself. After all, the MCU prides itself on being lighthearted laced with quick-paced comedy and heartwrenching drama. Tense moments with a sense of uncertainty don’t really have a place

Percy Jackson & the Olympians is one of the beloved book series from the 2000s that got a movie franchise deal only for it to go south. The first two books of the adventure and fantasy pentalogy were adapted into movies and were received poorly for the changes the team had made to the story, most of which derailed

One week ago, Netflix and the Cobra Kai crew announced the return of Terry Silver to their upcoming fourth season. Played by Thomas Ian Griffith, his role in Karate Kid III was his breakthrough moment, and it gave him a solid place in a multitude of ’90s action films. Besides his delightful, scenery-chewing turn as John Kreese’s old military friend, Griffith’s best showing

The X-Men are easily one of the most important teams in the Marvel Universe, fighting not only to save the world but also as defenders of the mutant race, battling for their right to even exist. At this point, everyone knows the X-Men’s most respected members, iconic heroes who have battled some of the most

The upcoming video game Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance has excited fans by allowing them play as some of the most popular characters of the Forgotten Realms campaign setting. In fact, the protagonists of the game are the heroes of R. A. Salvatore’s best-selling Icewind Dale trilogy. In Dark Alliance, players will be able control the human warrior Catti-Brie,

The previous decade saw a huge shift in Hollywood, which began to focus more on superhero movies following the blockbuster success of both the Marvel Cinematic Universe and DC’s Extended Universe. This led to a series of similar comic book movies that brought even more superheroes to the big screen. RELATED: Darkman & 9 Other 1990s Superhero Movies Not

WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Amazing Spider-Man #67 by Nick Spencer, Marcelo Ferreira, Carlos Gomez, Wayne Faucher, Morry Hollowell, Andrew Crossley & VC’s Joe Caramagna, on sale now. When Betty Brant showed up pregnant for a lunch with Peter Parker, it raised up a lot of questions. But when he got answers, Spider-Man was

Jujutsu Kaisen has become one of the most popular manga and anime series ever, and along with a unique premise, it’s the characters that keep fans interested. With such a range of personalities, it’s tempting to look for a Zodiac twin. RELATED: Fruits Basket: 10 Strongest Characters In The Series, Ranked From observing personality traits, familiar

WARNING: The following contains spoilers for the third season of Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous, now streaming on Netflix. One of the most endearing aspects of Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous, outside of the teens bonding after being left behind on Isla Nublar, has been Ben’s relationship with Bumpy. Ben truly connected to the Ankylosaurus as he

While her performance in 2004’s Catwoman wasn’t well-received by critics or audience members, Halle Berry admitted that she still loves the character. “Yes, Catwoman is still my favorite superhero,” Berry shared on Twitter. Directed by Jean-Christophe “Pitof” Comar, Catwoman starred Berry as a version of Catwoman named Patience Phillips. The film has been criticized for its sloppy storytelling and hypersexualization

The beloved TimeSplitters series is known for its wacky characters, tongue-in-cheek humor and the sheer variety in locales, weapons, and time periods. The franchise’s central concept of time travel allows it to go anywhere it likes when telling its story – one minute, the player could be battling outlaws in the streets of a deserted