Rocket’s harrowing history forms the emotional backbone of the final chapter of the Guardians of the Galaxy’s time in the MCU. Continue reading James Gunn Delivers a Messy but Satisfying Finale with ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’
Angela Bassett’s Oscar campaign for Best Supporting Actress begins now. Continue reading ‘Wakanda Forever’ Teaser: A Somber but Hopeful Celebration of Life
Thor’s fourth solo film is a solid, likable entry that is stuck in a minefield of easy laughs, slight thematic beats, and flat visuals. Continue reading ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ is Marvel’s Weirdest, Wackiest Rom-Com
Sam Raimi’s dazzling rollercoaster ride through the horrors of the multiverse puts the MCU under some serious strain. Continue reading ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ Pushes the MCU to its Limits
After a year of qualified highs (Spider-Man: No Way Home) and lows (The Last Duel and West Side Story), I reassess my argument that Hollywood needs to go all-in on digital distribution. Continue reading One Year Later, Hollywood Still Needs to Accept its Streaming Future
Tom Holland leads this wacky and surprisingly thoughtful thrill ride through Spider-Man’s cinematic legacy. Continue reading ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Rediscovers and Redefines Peter Parker
The Hong Kong film legend could be the first actor to crack the Oscar’s acting categories for Marvel; here’s why they should campaign for him. Continue reading Tony Leung Deserves an Oscar Nomination for ‘Shang-Chi’
Despite her best efforts, Chloe Zhao’s grounded emotional storytelling is largely incompatible with the Marvel formula. Continue reading ‘Eternals’ is a Tense Cosmic Battle Over Franchise Filmmaking
