Thor: Ragnarok is, by most accounts, a rousing success. Director Taika Waititi has created a film that breathes new life into the titular character, pushing the franchise forward in fascinating ways. However, as hard as it is to remember at this point, Thor: Ragnarok is the third film in the Thor solo franchise. Thor, and […]
Max Landis has an intriguing idea for a horror movie mash-up featuring Freddy, Jason, Chucky, and the Cenobites
Max Landis — son of the legendary filmmaker John Landis (An American Werewolf in London) — has an intriguing idea for a horror mashup featuring the likes of Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees, Chucky, and the Cenobites. Speaking on The Writer’s Panel podcast, the writer, director, and sometimes actor explained his idea which involves a young orphan taking […]
Kevin Feige responds to criticism that the Marvel Cinematic Universe recycles storylines
When the recent Black Panther trailer hit, there seemed to be two things the internet noticed. One: “My dear God, this looks amazing”. Two: “Wait… this again!?” In case you missed it, the latest Black Panther trailer shows off the villain Killmonger (Michael B. Jordan) in a golden Black Panther costume, squaring off against T’Challa. You […]
Hawkeye gets a big suit upgrade in Avengers 4, set-photos reveal
When it comes to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Hawkeye has always been the butt of many jokes. We have Tony Stark’s awesome Iron-Man suit, Thor’s mighty hammer, Captain America’s classic costume, and Hawkeye’s… leather cutoff? In a cinematic world of flashy outfits, Hawkeye has always felt a bit drab, which is why it’s exciting to […]
Taika Waititi wants to return to the Marvel Universe, would love to direct another Thor film
Thor: Ragnarok is beginning its worldwide roll-out this week, and the word on the street is very very positive. With that said, it’s safe to say that this film, just like Patty Jenkins with Wonder Woman, will open up a lot of doors for director Taika Waititi. So, what would he like to do next? […]
J.J. Abrams doubles down on his regret that Leia and Chewbacca didn’t embrace in Star Wars: The Force Awakens
After directing two Star Wars films in the Sequel Trilogy – Star Wars: The Force Awakens and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker – J.J. Abrams has doubled down and admitted he still regrets the decision for Chewbacca to walk past General Leia Organa during the ending of The Force Awakens. “I always look at what I have done […]
Christmas Special: Lethal Weapon with The Courier director Zackary Adler | The Pick of the Flicks Podcast #60
On The Pick of the Flicks Podcast, a different guest drops in every week to chat about their favourite film. This week, filmmaker Zackary Adler discusses his own action thriller The Courier and Lethal Weapon – his favourite Christmas movie… On this week’s episode of The Pick of the Flicks Podcast, it’s another Christmas special […]
Video Review – Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, 2019. Directed by J.J. Abrams Starring Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill, Adam Driver, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Anthony Daniels, Naomi Ackie, Domhnall Gleeson, Richard E. Grant, Lupita Nyong’o, Keri Russell, Joonas Suotamo, Kelly Marie Tran, Ian McDiarmid, Dominic Monaghan, Greg Grunberg, Jimmy Vee, and Billy Dee Williams In […]
Chris Hemsworth reveals that he almost turned down the role of Thor
It’s honestly hard to believe anyone other than Chris Hemsworth playing The God of Thunder. For the better part of a decade, the actor has hefted the hammer, and really made the role his own; Thor: Ragnarok being the payoff for all of that hard work, if all of the reviews are to be believed. […]
Tessa Thompson confirms Valkyrie to be the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s first LGBT character
Thor: Ragnarok star Tessa Thompson has just revealed her character as the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s first LGBT character. Thompson, who plays Valkyrie in the upcoming film, responded to a fan’s statement about the character being a lesbian in the comics: She’s bi. And yes, she cares very little about what men think of her. What […]
