War films Set in the ancient past are some of the most spectacular entries in the genre, with many historically accurate films dedicated to various exciting battles. When thinking about war films, images of great WWII films often come to mind, with other “modern” combat encounters soon to follow. But it’s important to remember that warfare is one of the oldest human traditions in existence, and some films exemplify this fact by going back in time to cover notable battles and time periods of human antiquity. Several things are necessary to make an exciting old war film. Firstly, the combat…
Author: Alexander Valentino
Sound design is often an underrated aspect of production design, especially when it comes to Science fiction films. All of the best science fiction films excite their audiences beyond simple visuals, with philosophically charged dialogue and stirring original soundtracks, all contributing to a memorable film in the genre. While the dialogue and music are great, sometimes even simple sound effects can be the most effective in world-building, with the most iconic of them echoing in fans’ minds for years to come. There are many different opportunities for Foley’s work in science fiction films that can inspire audiences. From futuristic technology…
Many films offered some creative interpretation of death itself, personifying the most sinister force of nature that all beings eventually encounter into a fascinating character of their own. The classic image of death as the grim reaper, wearing a cloak, wielding a scythe, and sporting a skeletal face has long been a cultural fixture. As an art form, cinema has taken advantage of this, with some of the most classic films of all time showcasing their own interpretations of death as a concept. Some films interpret death with a variation on iconic camouflaged images, putting their own spin on the…
FAN EXPO San Francisco is coming and with it will come some particularly exciting panels that attendees won’t want to miss. The latest event on the FAN EXPO convention circuit, FAN EXPO San Francisco will feature an impressive lineup of panel discussions covering a wide variety of subjects, including movies, TV shows, comic book adaptations, video games, science fiction, cosplay and anime . The most exciting panels, however, are those that will feature celebrity guests from FAN EXPO San Francisco to mingle and discuss their popular works with fans. The FAN EXPO San Francisco schedule will take place over three…
THE Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles live-action films have many limitations, but they still manage to entertain with some exciting fight scenes. Among the many different Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series and films that have been created over the years, the two live-action film series are ranked relatively low. That said, the films’ in-person limitations still managed to generate some brilliant battles with the turtles, their allies, and some bizarre and varied villains. Among the large number of incarnations of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, there have been two official live-action film series, with the original 1990s films using animatronic suits…
The Marvel Cinematic Universe Has some incredibly poignant lines of dialogue, tugging hard on the heartstrings even on repeat viewings. It’s true that the MCU movies aren’t exactly known for their high-brow cinema, with something of a low profile like decent popcorn flicks to be enjoyed as entertaining blockbusters. But the series has managed to create some incredibly impressive lines over the years, often sad enough to inspire genuine emotional reactions. With context, many of the iconic movie franchise lines are devastating, with the various screenwriters who have contributed to the MCU over the years putting some of their best…
The films of DC Universe Sometimes, there are some sudden changes in their dialogues, which doesn’t always work out over time. Compared to films from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, films starring DC characters are much less sanitized as a whole, being generally edgier and more corrosive than their squeaky-clean competition. This means they tend to care less about making sure their dialogue has a good shelf life, with many quotes in various DC films aging quite poorly. There are many different factors that can seriously age a DC film lineup in a short space of time. The DCEU films in…
Horror Unfortunately, TV shows often fall victim to premature cancellation, with many brilliant series ending before they have a chance to really hit their stride. As a genre, horror is quite specific, with the best horror films receiving praise from a dedicated audience that sometimes rarely branches out into other categories. This could pose difficulties for horror TV shows, which struggle to convince networks and streaming services of their value. Horror TV series are often canceled early for a variety of reasons. Declining ratings or ratings can be just as deadly for scary shows as they are for more traditional…
Daredevil: Born Again It will be the final stage of Charlie Cox’s integration into the Marvel Cinematic Universe and could open up his character’s possibilities for future teams. Since its debut on Netflix RecklessCharlie Cox quickly established himself as one of the greatest superhero casts of all time, delivering a strong enough performance as the Man Without Fear to be worth moving to the MCU. Now the next series Daredevil: Born Again we got to see him finally interact with the MCU heroes on a more substantial level. Matt Murdock has had a variety of cameos in other Marvel projects,…
THE Avengers The films feature some overwhelming feats of power from their villains, contained in the series’ many signature battles. As tentpole event crossover films that act as the biggest events in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the Avengers the films go all out with their villains. To sell audiences on threats that require the Avengers to assemble, the MCU often goes out of its way to give each main antagonist some truly terrifying feats of power. Some of these displays of strength are relatively simple, with planet-destroying attacks, astonishing feats of durability, or overwhelming prowess on the battlefield, making the…