While in the days of old, it was commonplace to introduce a comic book villain directly in the hero’s film. Not today where gradual dripping of world and character building before the two face-off, approximately three films down the line, with maximum build-up. In 2018, … Continue reading Venom (2018)
When characters are introduced in comic book films, there’s a wealth of untapped potential that is just left of the pages. So, when Jennifer Garner was introduced as the literal butt-kicking love interest to Matt Murdock, Elektra you couldn’t leave such potential trapped as an … Continue reading Elektra (2005)
No matter if they are a dyed-in-the-wall Hero, or a murky anti-hero, the inspirational rise to greatness is a good part of what makes a comic book origin story so stirring. Whether it be overcoming their struggles, or their ability to go above and beyond … Continue reading Daredevil (2003)
It is said no good thing lasts forever, a good meal, a partnership, or even our time. It is also said that the conclusion of these events makes us appreciate them more. When we know that darkness lies around the corner, maybe the cliché is … Continue reading Watchmen: The End Is Nigh Part 2 (2009)
The phrase Movie Tie-In Games elicits shudders down the spines of any serious video gamer. These titles, like the infamous E.T., evoke quickly produced and poorly made cash-ins. While there are a lot of these types of games, this is not always the case. In … Continue reading Watchmen: The End Is Nigh Part 1 (2009)
The world of comic books has had its pantheon of recognisable household names, one of them is Mike Mignola. The creations of Mike Mignola have had tremendous success as animated movies, graphic novels and even as feature-length films, yet it had been some time since … Continue reading To Hell and Back Part XIV: Hellboy (2019)
When Batman TAS entered the scene, it was a serious noirish take in the world of Superhero animation, borrowing from the Fleischer cartoons of old. It was also a huge success, spawning a franchise of its own. In 2003 the colourful world of Batman TAS … Continue reading Batman: Rise of Sin Tzu (2003)
For the best part of a century, Batman has dominated the zeitgeist, with comics, films, video games, and many others. The animated series in the 90s offered a serious alternative to children’s programming, that was a fan favourite, and caused an animation renaissance. In 2003, … Continue reading Batman: Vengeance (2001)
As a species, we humans have a fascination with the end. The end and what we would do afterwards. These post-apocalyptic works allow us to deal with issues of morality, survival and rebuilding civilisation from the comforts (or lack thereof) of our homes, but it’s … Continue reading Tank Girl (1995)
The weird west is a genre that has instilled much appreciation in me, the combination of the barren wastes with creepy unexplained goings-on. With a small handful of pop-culture elements flying the banner for the genre, it hardly has the recognition as other cult genres. … Continue reading Jonah Hex (2010)
The Real Mr. Positive 