Robb Ghag reviews Thanos Rising #5… “Thanos’ Rise is now complete…. setting the stage for Marvel’s massive, universe changing event: INFINITY!” The final issue of Thanos Rising and it absolutely delivers! The birth of a god, destruction of Titan and an insight into Thanos “The Mad” are all contained in this final issue of Thanos […]
Movies You May Have Missed – Some Came Running (1958)
In a new regular column, Flickering Myth’s writing team pick out those hidden gems you might have missed; first up is Jackson Ball with… Some Came Running, 1958. Directed by Vincente Minnelli.Starring Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Shirley MacLaine, Martha Hyer, Arthur Kennedy, Nancy Gates, Leora Dana and Betty Lou Keim. SYNOPSIS: An alcoholic war veteran […]
Zack Snyder explains the destruction in Man of Steel, plus Detroit confirmed for Batman vs. Superman
One of the most controversial aspects of this year’s Man of Steel was the sheer amount of destruction and seemingly wanton disregard for human life during the epic final showdown between Henry Cavill’s Superman and Michael Shannon’s General Zod. We’ve already heard the thoughts of screenwriter David S. Goyer a couple of months back and […]
Comic Book Review – American Vampire Anthology #1
Robb Ghag reviews American Vampire Anthology #1… “You are cordially invited to a party—to die for! This special features eight amazing stories set in the world of American Vampire, with “lost tales,” new characters and old favorites. Don’t miss these stories brought to you by series creators Scott Snyder and Rafael Albuquerque, as well as […]
The Biggest Television Broadcasts of All Time
Since exploding into virtually every household from the middle of the last century, the medium of television has revolutionised not only home entertainment, but it’s also allowed us to experience some of the most historic moments of the past sixty years, from the 1969 Moon landings through to the Opening Ceremony of the 2012 London […]
Comic Book Review – Uncanny X-Men #11
Anghus Houvouras reviews the latest issue of Uncanny X-Men… “See what life’s like at the new Xavier School.But what are they being trained for?“ Uncanny X-Men #11 might be my favorite single X-Men issue this century. The series has been a slam dunk for Marvel who has successfully paired Brian Michael Bendis’ penchant for chatty, […]
Do we know the identity of Ultron in The Avengers 2?
While much of the speculation about The Avengers: Age of Ultron has centred on possible additions to the cast – particularly for the roles of Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver, which now look to be filled by Elizabeth Olsen (Martha Marcy May Marlene) and Aaron Taylor-Johnson (Kick-Ass 2) – a new rumour has surfaced which claims […]
Comic Book Review – Dexter #2
Robb Ghag reviews Dexter #2…. “Dexter doesn’t just have killer instincts as a forensic blood spatter expert. He’s also murdering bad guys in his spare time as Miami’s hometown serial killer! The Dark Passenger, Dexter’s razor sharp sixth sense, is going off the charts as bodies continue to drop in Miami! Detective Deborah Morgan’s murder […]
Two new names rumoured for Star Wars: Episode VII
With Disney and J.J. Abrams opting to remain firmly tight lipped about their plans for the first instalment of the upcoming Star Wars sequel trilogy, the phrase “Star Wars news” is starting to become synonymous with “pinch of salt” and now we have another rumour for you, with Latino Review throwing up two new names […]
TIFF Movie Review – Bright Days Ahead (2013)
Bright Days Ahead, 2013. Directed by Marion Vernoux. Starring Fanny Ardant, Laurent Lafitte, Patrick Chesnais, Jean-François Stévenin, Fanny Cottençon, Catherine Lachens, and Alain Cauchi. SYNOPSIS: A grieving and bored senior has an adulterous affair with her much younger computer instructor. Grieving the recent death of her best friend from breast cancer and being forced into an early retirement because of a […]
