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A film adaptation of Nimona has been in gestation for quite a long time before it landed at Netflix. Originally a science fantasy graphic novel by ND Stevenson, an animated film was announced by 20th Century Animation all the way back in 2015. With an initial release date of 2020, the film was ultimately canceled after Disney’s acquisition of 21st Century
Read MoreWes Anderson is not everyone’s cup of tea, but for the devoted his flavor is irresistible. For the past 27 years years, his idiosyncratic way of making movies has enamored many. Look at most lists of best American films of the 21st Century and you’re bound to find The Royal Tenenbaums, The Fantastic Mr. Fox, or The Grand Budapest Hotel. Beneath the immersive set
Read MoreWhen discussing Michael Bay movies, the conversation almost turns political. There are defenders of the filmmaker’s bombastic directing style, and there are the vicious Bay detractors who want the filmmaker’s career to die in a ferocious Armageddon-inspired asteroid-like explosion. Personally, this writer enjoyed the first Transformers. Mainly because Steven Spielberg’s fingerprints existed beneath Michael Bay’s cringe decisions. At the time, Spielberg had been shepherding the film to the big screen.
Read MoreThe hierarchy of power in the DC Universe has changed. Right? That was the promise sold to fans with last year’s Black Adam. However, that promise fell flat with the Dwayne Johnson-led film, and with the DCEU failing to course correct with Shazam: Fury of the Gods. But DC Studios is hoping all that changes with its latest flick to arrive
Read MoreFinally, the long-awaited sequel to the groundbreaking animated film, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse has arrived. After the tremendous success of the first film in 2018, fans have eagerly awaited the continuation of Miles Morales’ story. Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse picks up a short time after the first one, with Miles Morales (Shameik Moore) continuing his journey as Spider-Man. This time, Miles is joined by
Read MoreA great Spider-Man story feels like a tragic coming-of-age tale. In the DNA of the character, tragedy spawns a hero who feels compelled to take action. The franchise is riddled with famous tragedies such as Uncle Ben or the infamous death of Gwen Stacy (one of the most talked about deaths in comic history). Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is undoubtedly a visually phenomenal
Read MoreFor most of us growing up with Disney animated movies, the brand came with a sense of enchantment. The stories were presented in two-dimensional landscapes, but it was nonetheless engrossing. The storytelling, the characters, the immersive animated environments, everything felt like it had a soul. The live-action remakes have attempted to carbon copy these animated movies but instead have felt like
Read MoreFast X is another genre reinvention for the franchise. But not the way one would expect. With Fast Five, the franchise dropped its street racing beginnings and made a heist movie. Fast and Furious 6 and Furious 7 took the James Bond route and made spy adventures. F9 had the boldness to tackle the genre known as “bad” movies, an admirable creative choice. Now, with Fast X, the inspired forces
Read MoreTo what lengths would you go to protect the ones you love? This question is a popular trope in action films because it brings drama, emotion, and some fantastic fighting sequences. Netflix’s newest action film, The Mother, brings this trope front and center, though with a spin that provides a fresh perspective on a tired trope. With a story from Misha
Read MoreStill: A Michael J. Fox Movie is a very powerful and emotional biographical documentary. It chronicles the life and struggles of beloved by many actor Michael J. Fox, as he battles with Parkinson’s disease. Directed by Davis Guggenheim, the film offers an intimate and insightful look at the actor’s life, from his early days as a rising star to his ongoing
Read MoreAfter a long wait, the Guardians of the Galaxy are back. This past weekend, James Gunn delivered the third and perhaps most emotionally resonant entry in the cosmic saga, titled Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3. Star-lord aka Peter Quill (Chris Pratt) is still reeling from the loss of Gamora (Zoe Saldana), and the team is adjusting to their new place in the cosmos.
Read MoreJust like that, we’ve come closer to summer, and what better way to kick it off than with arguably the best Marvel film I’ve ever seen? Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 has now been released worldwide and the impending word of mouth is set to start this campaign on fire. James Gunn has delivered not just an amazing trilogy, but
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