Some characters become iconic, making the actors who played them household names, such as Chris Evans’ portrayal of Steve Rogers/Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. But at Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2), I was reminded why MCU fans should just let Steve Rogers go.
REVIEW: Mary Shelley: The Eternal Dream is a Rudimentary Introduction to the Literary Icon
Mary Shelley: The Eternal Dream charts the early life of Frankenstein author Mary Shelley, from her days as a youngster yearning for escape to her romance with Percy Bysshe Shelley and her eventual inspiration to write Frankenstein.
Con Diaries: A Mixed Finale at Toronto Comicon 2023
Despite a hectic work week looming, the lure of Toronto Comicon 2023 was too strong. The weather had been extremely difficult on Saturday, and we weren’t sure what it was going to be like on Sunday, but we decided it was worth making the trek to downtown again for another day of geeky joy.
Con Diaries: Toronto Comicon 2023 vs Toronto Winter Weather
I have never waited so late to decide whether or not I’ll go to Toronto Comicon. My accreditation had come through a while ago, but I just wasn’t sure if my sister and I would be up to going to a convention. A lot has happened this year (and it’s only March) so did we…
REVIEW: Gotham Knights Season 1 Episode 1 Starts Off with a Surprisingly Strong Story
This review contains spoilers for Gotham Knights Episode 1 When Batman is killed in the first episode of Gotham Knights, his adopted son becomes the prime suspect. A ragtag group of young heroes and villains must work together to find the real killers, protect Gotham City and clear the names of the innocent. Easier said…
REVIEW: Keep Your Friends Very Close in Star Trek: Picard, Season 3 Episode 1
In Star Trek: Picard Season 3 Episode 1, Jean-Luc Picard (Sir Patrick Stewart) is about to make big changes in his life when he receives a distress call. What does a retired admiral do when the past comes calling? He gets by with a little help from his friends.
REVIEW: The Flash Season 9 Episode 1 is a Celebration of Barry and Iris
In The Flash’s season 9 opener, Wednesday Ever After, Barry Allen/The Flash (Grant Gustin) has fought his worst enemy, and is finally reunited with Iris West-Allen (Candice Patton), his wife, and co-leader of Team Flash. Everything should be perfect and simple. But this is Team Flash. Nothing ever goes as planned. Definitely not this particular…
REVIEW: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is an Emotional, Poignant Sequel that Surpasses Its Predecessor
In Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Wakanda is faced with a new threat from a heretofore unseen foe. Queen Ramonda (Angela Bassett) and Princess Shuri (Letitia Wright) must make tough decisions to protect their people, their nation, and the world. [Ed’s note: Light spoilers; if you don’t want to know any plot details steer clear]
What’s This Connection I’m Feeling with Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire?
Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire has arrived on AMC. The reviews online have been stellar enough to encourage me to watch the first episode almost as soon as it was released. Truth is, I was always going to watch this series, but not just for the story. I’ve got personal stakes in this show…
TIFF 2022 Review: Sarah Polley’s Women Talking Is Uneven But Relevant
In Women Talking, a group of women come together to discuss their options following a wave of violence in their tight-knit colony. They each have different opinions about what to do next but all have one hope—they need to make this stop.
TIFF 2022 Review: Zwigato Makes a Strong Case Against Corporations Profiting Off Gig Workers
With a focus on the gig economy in India, Zwigato follows Manas (Kapil Sharma), a man who lost his job during the pandemic and becomes a food delivery app driver to make ends meet. But the daily grind of ratings and quotas makes him reconsider how life is really meant to be lived.
TIFF 2022 Review: Kacchey Limbu Will Make You a Cricket Convert
Sibling rivalry takes to the field in Kacchey Limbu when a brother and sister in Mumbai, India, compete against each other in opposing cricket teams.