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In this episode of The Cosmic Circle podcast, host/writer Uday Kataria discusses with writer Cameron Brook the controversial reception of Jurassic World: Rebirth and what they wish the filmmakers could have done differently. Is this film truly a “rebirth” for the blockbuster dino franchise or a terrible mistake? They discuss the movie’s plot inconsistencies, character development issues, favorite dinosaurs, and missed
Read MoreIn this episode of Cosmic Circus Reviews, intrepid host Vin is joined by The Cosmic Circus Editor-in-Chief Lizzie Hill (that’s me!) to discuss Superman: The Movie and Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut! Listen in as we talk about our history with Christopher Reeve and these early Superman films, discuss how our opinions have changed over time, and how we hope/expect
Read MoreWe all know the story of 101 Dalmatians and how Cruella De Vil wanted to make a fashionable coat out of the skins of Dalmatian puppies. She’s the embodiment of evil, with her desire to exploit the most vulnerable of creatures for nothing more than a vain whim. But why? Why does she have such hatred for these tiny little puppies?
Read MoreThe Sandman is one of my favorite comic book adaptations. When season 1 ended, it left me in a rather anxious state, as I wanted to return to this world as soon as possible. But in The Sandman season 2, there is much more to watch and experience. The first season was a revelation for longtime fans of the comic book
Read MoreI recently decided to add a NEW benefit for those of our Patreon members who are writers or aspire to be, and that is: Advice from The Editor-In-Chief! This has already been added to the Superstar and Megastar levels, so join one of those levels now to participate if you aren’t there already. For the Superstar level, this new benefit will
Read MoreListen in below as The Cosmic Circus writer and podcast host Vin interviews Scott Berman, writer and director of Resolution: A Cinephonic Rhapsody of the Soul. The revolutionary film is an immersive 360° dome experience, now playing at the Fort Worth Omni Theater, the University of North Texas’ Sky Theater, and soon to spread across the US, UK, and EU. The
Read MoreFor quite a few years now, dinosaurs have been a part of my life. My nephew was obsessed with dinos as a young child, a passion that continued long into his teenage years. While he may have switched out his toy T. rex for those in the movies, there’s still a love for the scaly creatures that runs deep. So when
Read MoreMarvel Studios is finally ready to reintroduce its most foundational properties onto the big screen. Of course, I’m talking about Marvel’s First Family in The Fantastic Four: First Steps. With official casting confirmed, directorial vision established, trailers and pictures released, I can say that this project carries the weight of fulfilling fans’ expectations and being critically acclaimed. After years of a
Read MoreEvil is eternal. It has existed since the beginning, and it will persist until the end. Such a formidable enemy requires an equally daunting hero to oppose it. That is where Gilad Anni-Padda comes in. For millennia, this ancient warrior has stood between humanity and the monsters that would destroy it. But now he’s forgotten himself. His past was torn away
Read MoreM3GAN 2.0 revives the sassy Gen Z version of Chucky in a T2-inspired narrative. The first film had the Blumhouse robot terrorize a family; this time, she is a protector. The only core difference is that M3GAN 2.0 takes itself far less seriously than a James Cameron movie. The sequel, for the most part, is a reprogramming of the formula aimed
Read MoreThis July, Superman‘s premiere marks the true launch of the DC Universe’s live-action stories. In James Gunn’s upcoming DC film, we dive into a world where Superman has already saved lives for a few years, shaping headlines and opposing governments to save people no matter what. He’s not the new kid in town. To try to figure out what’s coming next,
Read MoreGrace Lin uses Chinese folklore as the basis for a wonderful children’s story about duty, responsibility, and fate that young readers will love. The Gate, The Girl, and The Dragon tells the story of Jin, a stone lion who resents his duty to humanity. Then he gets stuck in the human world. As he tries to find a way back home,
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