THE Marvel Cinematic Universe is full of death, and not every passing of a certain character seems to have worked out for the franchise as a whole in the long run. Over the course of the impressive 34 MCU films there are, the series has killed off many fan-favorite characters, from dastardly villains to valiant heroes. As heartbreaking as many of these death scenes may have been at the time, looking back, it’s hard not to feel like the decision to kill off some of these characters hasn’t aged well as the universe has progressed. There are a few reasons…
Author: Alexander Valentino
Batman: The Animated Series It may be an esteemed cartoon, but not every line of dialogue from the acclaimed show has aged gracefully in a modern light. Considered by many to be the definitive Batman continuity, Batman: The Animated Series has an established reputation as one of the greatest animated superhero series ever created. However, there are some little old things about Batman: The Animated Seriesespecially when it comes to dialogue. There are a few different reasons for some of the dialogue in Batman: The Animated SeriesThe worst episodes don’t meet modern standards. In many cases, ’90s writing bodes ill…
Dr. Bruce Banner and his angry alter ego, The Hulk, have had a memorable journey throughout their appearances in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films, always landing a memorable line or two. Between Bruce Banner’s deep intellect and goofy sense of humor and the Hulk’s sheer rage and childlike emotional maturity, the original Avenger has been the source of some impactful lines throughout the MCU. Even though Disney’s rights to a solo Hulk film have prevented him from headlining a film more than once, the Hulk has been an integral voice in each of his appearances in the franchise. Hulk’s role…
Twisted and its sequel, Twisted, both feature a variety of different tornadoes that show the terrifying range of destructive power present in these fearsome inclement weather events. Upping the ante from the previous film, each new tornado introduced in Twisted is more catastrophic than the previous one, whether due to the force generated or other unique circumstances. From the gentle controlled tornadoes of the first moments of both films to the apocalyptic cyclones that ravage the interior of the United States in the climax of Twisted, there’s a lot of power to unlock in both films. In real life, tornadoes…
It’s easy to assume that the best fight in most martial arts movies it’s the climactic final battle, but henchman characters can sometimes put up better fights than the main villains they serve. In many cases, the martial arts villains are better than the hero, adding a layer of underdog excitement to the narrative. However, in some notable cases, the minion or henchman character who serves as a buffer between the protagonist and the final fight can be more memorable and even cooler than the central antagonist. Henchmen characters in martial arts films often have more freedom to have more…
THE Marvel Cinematic Universe has a rich narrative worthy of many fan theories, many of which completely change the feel of the Avengers stories. Between the comedic connections, the deep lore and world-building, and the breadth of the universe, there’s a lot of story to unravel in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, especially in Avengers films. Some of these theories completely change how the various Avengers progress through their stories, both in their relationships with each other and their own unique character arcs. The best fan theories formulated about the Avengers range from twists on each member’s origins to chilling developments…
At a time when film stars have become more recognizable than ever, it’s no wonder the same faces have cropped up time and time again when it comes to fan casting. In the current era of cinema, Hollywood increasingly relies on recognizable intellectual property to sell tickets, with adaptations, surprisingly good remakes, reboots and long-awaited sequels being the most common type of box office success. As such, audiences often anticipate new versions of familiar characters, with a short roster of recognizable stars often favored by fans. The most frequently used names in fan casting tend to have a few things…
Batman – Part II could add a new level of freshness to Robert Pattinson’s Batman arsenal, with some exciting possibilities for Bat gadgets in the new setting. Matt Reeves’ latest take on a live-action version of Gotham City and The Dark Knight defending it instantly became a smash hit, thanks in large part to the dramatic action scenes and clever sequences of detective work. The next Batman – Part II promises to expand the story and universe of the newest Batman film series, perhaps giving Pattinson’s Batman some awesome new toys to play with. Compared to other live-action Batmans, Robert…
martial arts film The protagonists are generally well equipped when it comes to combat, but it can be a lot of fun to watch them learn to fight for the first time over the course of a story. Most of the time, the characters of martial arts movie legends like Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan begin their stories already versed in kung fu or other fighting styles. But some films take the opposite approach, taking the time to describe how their heroes learned to defend themselves before facing off against some impressive foe. The training montage is a commonly used…
The wicked of the Marvel Cinematic Universe often pale in comparison to their comic counterparts in terms of power, Missing some of their most incredible abilities from the source material. The MCU is often criticized for their supposed Marvel villain problem, often struggling to create meaningful antagonists outside of a handful of standout characters. One small aspect of the issue was the overall power level of Marvel villains, which ranges from pious to laughably inconsequential. Throughout the MCU movies, Most Marvel villains don’t possess outright superpowerswith most relying on technology or meticulous planning to threaten heroes instead. In the rare…