Marvel has needed a win as of recently, as it’s been clear that the MCU hasn’t been exactly stellar in recent years and it was important that Matt Shakman’s “The Fantastic Four: First Steps,” did well to kick off what’s known as phase six of the MCU. The success of the film was uncertain as […]
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The Infantilization of Male Emotion in Blockbusters
Within this era of billion-dollar franchises and tentpole storytelling, the modern blockbuster has cultivated a perplexing trend: the infantilization of male emotion. From Marvel’s quip-happy heroes to the angst-ridden boys of “Fast & Furious”, male protagonists have increasingly leaned on emotionally regressive tropes — often stuck in cycles of arrested development, catharsis through violence and […]
The Problem with Marvel’s TV Shows
Marvel’s newest addition to the Disney+ streaming service is the show Ironheart, which has so far received mixed reviews from the audience. This has been a running trend with most of their shows as of late, only getting recognition when a show is slightly better than the ones that came before. Although these shows do […]
The Decline of the Third Act
The third act used to be where movies cemented their legacy. It was where stakes peaked, characters evolved and audiences left feeling fulfilled. Now, it’s where many blockbusters pump the brakes, drop a few breadcrumbs and cue the credits — just in time for a mid-credits scene to point toward the next installment. Welcome to […]
Can Marvel Keep The Interest Alive After Killing Off The Characters Who Built The Movie Franchise?
The beloved Marvel film “Endgame” had a dramatic ending signifying the end of an era for Marvel movie lovers. For those who loved the movies from the beginning, watching Iron Man die and seeing Captain America age was the end of an era. There’s a separation between Marvel comic lovers and Marvel movie lovers; even […]
Avengers: Doomsday Filming to Begin March 2025
A new installment in the Avengers franchise is set to begin filming in the next month. Avengers: Doomsday is the fifth film in Marvel’s Avengers franchise and will be the first appearance of the beloved. superhero team since the 2019 release of Avengers: Endgame. While little has been said concerning the movie’s plot since its […]
The Upcoming Fantastic Four Movie Might Succeed Where Others Have Failed (OP-ED)
The Fantastic Four is an iconic group of Marvel superheroes that have been one of the many intellectual properties integral to the company’s monumental success. Unfortunately, that success has not made their transition into the silver screen any easier. As of 2025, there have been three official Fantastic Four movies, not including The Fantastic Four: […]
