The Odyssey

In 2024, Christopher “Chris” Nolan ultimately won two Oscars for “Oppenheimer” including “Best Director” and “Best Picture.” His next project is an adaptation of Homer’s epic poem, “The Odyssey.” We all know the Greek mythology story since middle school or high school. After the Trojan War ended, Odysseus goes on a journey to return home […]

O Brother, Where Art Thou

After cult classic comedy, “The Big Lebowski” came out in 1998, the Coen Brothers worked on their next project. A loose retelling of “The Odyssey” titled, “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” Set in the southern states during the Great Depression three escaped convicts, Everett, Pete & Delmar search for treasure while running from the law. […]

Troy (Director’s Cut)

“Somebody call IX-I-I!” – Pain or Panic from Disney’s Hercules Thanks to “Gladiator” revitalizing the subgenre sword-and-sandal, other films attempt to capitalize the same success of the Oscar winning epic including Oliver Stone’s “Alexander,” Clive Owen as “King Arthur” & Zack Snyder’s “300.” One sword-and-sandal epic is a loose retelling of the Trojan War. Due […]

X-Men ’97: Season 1

Set in 1997, a year after “X-Men: The Animated Series” ended. Our heroes continue to embark on adventures without the guidance of their mentor, Professor X/Charles Xavier. Bishop & Morph are now full fledged members. The team rescue and recruit teenage mutant, Sunspott/Roberto da Costa. Our heroes reunite with their archenemy, Magneto, battle their enemies, […]

Classics Review: 12 Angry Men

In 1954, anthology drama series, “Studio One” aired an episode titled, “Twelve Angry Men.” Written by Reginald Rose, this episode involves twelve jurors debating on whether the defendant is innocent or guilty. Conflict ensues when one of them claims the defendant’s innocent. A Year Later, Reginald sold the rights to his teleplay as a dramatic […]

Comics Review: Spider-Man: The Other

Peter Parker experiences unusual symptoms while on superhero duty as Spider-Man. One day, Captain America recommends a doctor without exposing his identity. Peter takes a blood test. The results? He’s dying. It’s not an advanced stage of cancer. It’s his spider powers affecting his physiology. Internal conflict ensues between his wife, Mary Jane Watson & […]