Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015)
A comprehensive review of “Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens,” featuring character and scene breakdowns as well as high-level reactions.
Category: Reviews/Commentary
“Spider-Man” (1990) by Todd McFarlane
A detailed review and commentary on the 1990 “Spider-Man” series that was launched by writer-artist Todd McFarlane for Marvel Comics.
“G.I. Joe” Issues 46-53 & Special Missions 1-2 by Larry Hama
Reviewing issues 46-53 & Special Missions 1-2 of Larry Hama’s Marvel Comics “G.I. Joe” series, mirroring IDW’s “G.I. Joe: The Complete Collection” Volume 5.
“The Disaster Artist” by Greg Sestero and Tom Bissell
A detailed look at Greg Sestero’s book “The Disaster Artist,” chronicling the making of Tommy Wiseau’s film “The Room” and Wiseau’s colorful background.
“Armada” by Ernest Cline Fell Short
A critical analysis of Ernest Cline’s follow-up to “Ready Player One,” examining why this book fell short of the quality of Cline’s debut novel.
San Diego Comic-Con 2015 Analysis
A summary of the winners and losers at San Diego Comic-Con 2015. Particular attention is paid to many major films that were featured in panels.
The Legend of Billie Jean – 30 Years Later
A look back at the 1985 film “The Legend of Billie Jean” that starred Helen Slater. The film was a representative 1980s teen film that foresaw media trends.
Fleischer Studios’ Superman Shorts: A Detailed Look
An episode-by-episode look back at each of the 1941 Fleischer Studios Superman shorts that were highly influential for later animated comic book adaptations.
Jodorowsky’s Dune (2013) – An Experience
An in-depth look at the 2013 documentary about Alejandro Jodorowsky’s mission to realize a film adaptation of Frank Herbert’s novel “Dune.”
Losing Leonard Nimoy
A look back at the career of Leonard Nimoy after learning that Nimoy had passed away. Nimoy’s professional intersections with William Shatner is also covered.