The Great Mouse Detective

In 1958, children’s author, Eve Titus published a novel called, “Basil of Baker Street.” Set in the Victorian era, story follows the titular character who’s a mouse is assigned to find missing mouse twins. Basil’s sidekick, David Q. Dawson accompanies him. As they search for the twins, the pair learn the kidnapper is Basil’s archenemy, […]

Lethal Weapon 2

Ju- Ju- Ju- Just like the bad guy from “Lethal Weapon 2.” “I got diplomatic immunity so Hammer you can’t sue.” – Peter Griffin Following the critical and commercial success of “Lethal Weapon,” WB wanted to produce a sequel asking Shane Black to write it. He agreed. Due to creative differences over a darker tone […]

Comics Review: Batman: A Death in the Family

In an attempt to match Marvel’s financial success of Marvel Epic Collection, DC Comics took cues by republishing previous material in a large-sized trade paperback as a comprehensive reading guide new and old comic book readers who want to seriously indulge in reading their favorite superheroes. Specifically, notable storylines including “Batman: Year One & Two” […]

Comics Review: Wolverine: Madripoor Nights (Marvel Epic Collection)

Thanks to Wolverine’s popularity, Chris Claremont & Peter David worked on a spin-off series focusing on the character going on solo missions without the X-Men involved. Logan arrives in an island called Madripoor which is located in Southeast Asia. Madripoor‘s not a pleasant place for tourists to go on a pleasant vacation. It’s a place […]

Comics Review: The Dark Knight Returns

The 1980s were an important decade in comic book history. Alan Moore published “V for Vendetta” and his groundbreaking magnum opus, “Watchmen.” The latter deconstructs superheroes affecting American history. For instance, Richard Nixon remains as president in his third term. Thus, the Watergate Scandal never happened. Fresh from writing Wolverine’s four-part mini-series and Daredevil comics […]

Oliver and Company

After “The Great Mouse Detective” came out in 1986, former Disney CEO, Michael Eisner and future DreamWorks co-founder Jeffrey Katzenberg recruited producers to work on the company’s next project. An animated musical “Oliver and Company” inspired by “Oliver Twist,” but with animals. Mr. Katzenberg approved the idea along with “The Little Mermaid.” The latter sucks […]