Marvel’s First Family has finally returned to the big screen and joined the MCU in The Fantastic Four: First Steps, directed by Matt Shakman. Thankfully, this is not just another superhero origin story but something more intimate, more stylized, and more emotional. First Steps is set in its own separate universe, which makes it easier for the film to step away
Read MoreIt’s hard to believe that we’re nearing 7 years since The Amazing World of Gumball ended back in 2019. The classic Cartoon Network series is beloved by many, so it made it all the more painful when it not only left our TV screens but ended on a cliffhanger with the final episode, “The Inquisition.” But now, the blue cat is
Read MoreOur Fantasia Film Festival coverage continues with two films that offer distinctive horror experiences in housing communities. The first is a horror-comedy called Hold the Fort, about an HOA fighting forces of evil in slapstick fashion. The second movie is called Noise, involving a woman with hearing loss attempting to find her missing sister, who disappeared after hearing supernatural noises above
Read MoreIn the latest episode of Cosmic Circus Reviews, Vin and Cam discuss The Fantastic Four: First Steps! What did they think of Marvel’s new Fantastic 4 film? Is it worth checking out in 3D IMAX? How does the film compare to fan expectations? Vin and Cam also discuss what could come next for the MCU, and whether they liked the new
Read MoreThis past week, Lady Gaga kicked off The Mayhem Ball Tour at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Fans poured in from all over the world to see Mother Monster’s grand return to the main stage since her last tour in 2022 with The Chromatica Ball Tour. I had the pleasure of attending the third and final night of the show
Read MoreDoctor Doom is an essential part of the story of The Fantastic Four. He is their arch-nemesis, and without him, there wouldn’t be as many iconic comic book runs and story arcs as we’ve had throughout the years. But have you ever wondered what he’s like in the comics? What’s his deal? Why is he one of the most beloved and
Read MoreMarvel’s first family makes their highly anticipated return to the silver screen in The Fantastic Four: First Steps this weekend! It’s been nearly a decade since this superhero team’s last cinematic appearance, a second attempt from 20th Century Fox to produce a franchise, which was both a critical and box office disappointment. With three past attempts to bring the Fantastic Four
Read MoreWhen The Sandman returned with volume 1 of season 2 earlier this month, it brought back everything that made the first season so special. The beautiful visuals, deep thoughts, and an iconic now performance of Morpheus by Tom Sturridge. Now, The Sandman season 2 volume 2 brings the series to its conclusion. These final episodes of the series close the doors
Read MoreEach year, covering Fantasia Film Festival reminds me of how dull America’s writing has become. Rewrite exemplifies this idea, not just because it’s penned by one of Japan’s best sci-fi screenwriters. The film blends an earnest high school drama with a complex time travel story. It’s especially appealing because its source material is inspired by the brilliant anime, The Girl Who
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