Heat

In 1989, film director, Michael Mann directed a TV movie titled, “LA Takedown.” Intended as a pilot episode for an NBC series, the movie follows police detective, Vincent Hanna tracking down bank robber, Patrick McLean and his posse. After the TV movie aired, NVC cancelled plans to produce a series after Michael refuses to replace […]

Supergirl (2026) (WB’s Flops Vol. 2 #37)

As you all know, DC Extended Universe died in 2023. James “JG” Gunn rebooted the entire series as DC Universe. First TV show is “Creature Commandos.” Followed by a Superman reboot Both projects were successful. They’re a part of the first chapter under, “Gods and the Monsters.” The equivalent of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s “phases.” […]

The Goonies

“Wanna get a mansion, a jacuzzi, a theater to watch my movies, couple whips and lots of things, the kids they call The Goonies.” – Mac Miller. Released in 1985, (same year Back to the Future came out) it received praise from critics and movie goers alike. In addition to good reviews, the film was […]

Naruto: Land of Waves Arc

In 1999, manga artist, Masashi Kishimoto published a manga for Weekly Shōnen Jump titled, “Naruto.” It follows the titular character’s lifelong journey to become a ninja. The prankster boy manages to pass an exam. He’s assigned as a member of Team 7 under the tutelage of Kakashi Hatsake. Naruto has a rivalry with a loner […]

Young Guns

Fascinated with Billy the Kid and the Lincoln County War, screenwriter, John Fusco (Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron, Thunderheart, Marco Polo) presented his draft to director, Christopher Cain. The latter immediately became interested in directing unless he casts Emilio Estevez as Billy the Kid. John accepts Christopher’s request. Thus, “Young Guns” was greenlit. Released in […]

Classics Review: The Treasure of the Sierra Madre

In 1927, novelist, B. Traven published a book titled, “The Treasure of the Sierra Madre.” Set in the 1920s, two down-on-their luck Americans recruit an old prospector to search for gold somewhere in Mexico. As the story progresses, tensions rise between the two friends becoming hostile succumbing to greed. Eight Years Later, John Huston read […]