20th Century Fox endured a rather torrid time with its Fantastic Four reboot; fans slammed the project for its casting choices, the studio had to suffer Josh Trank’s antics on set and his criticism of the movie upon release, and it was mauled by both critics and audiences alike, tanking – or ‘Tranking’ – at […]
In (partial) defence of Fantastic Four
One year after the release of the universally castigated superhero movie, Sean Wilson pops the question: is it really THAT bad? Amidst a disappointing 2016 blockbuster movie season I’m struggling to identify any genuine underdog movies, ones that received their fare share of critical bile but which I actually liked. (Case in point: Suicide Squad, […]
UPDATE: Marvel’s Jeph Loeb discusses potential spinoff series for Simone Missick’s Misty Knight
This won’t come as much of a surprise, but September’s Luke Cage series won’t be the only time we see Simone Missick’s Misty Knight, as Marvel’s head of television Jeph Loeb has confirmed that the actress will be reprising the role for next year’s Iron Fist. UPDATE: THR has now amended its article to state […]
People Don’t Like Suicide Squad. Fine, But Let’s Not Perpetuate the Myth of Marvel’s Greatness
Samuel Brace on DC, Marvel, and the state of the superhero genre… A bad film doesn’t make a better film great. This is the sentiment we must remember going forward as we discuss and analyse the state of superhero movies in 2016, especially as it pertains to DC and their latest outing, Suicide Squad. Critics […]
The Week in Spandex – Suicide Squad breaks records, DC fans take on Rotten Tomatoes, Avengers: Infinity War update, Spider-Man: Homecoming cameos, Deadpool 2, Gambit and more
In this edition of The Week in Spandex, we look at Suicide Squad, Wonder Woman, Batman, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Batman Triumphant, Watchmen, Supergirl, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, Avengers: Infinity War, Doctor Strange, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Spider-Man: Homecoming, Thor: Ragnarok, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Agent Carter, Marvel’s Most Wanted, Deadpool 2, […]
Hayley Atwell “would be very happy to go back” to Agent Carter
During an appearance at the Television Critics Association press tour to promote her upcoming TV series Conviction [check out two promos here], Hayley Atwell has been discussing her previous ABC series, Marvel’s Agent Carter, stating that she “would be very happy” to reprise the role of Peggy Carter, should the opportunity arise in the future. […]
ABC president reveals more Marvel shows planned, explains why network passed on Marvel’s Most Wanted
It may have pulled the plug on Agent Carter and passed on the Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. spinoff Marvel’s Most Wanted, but ABC certainly isn’t looking to sever its ties with Marvel Television, as network president Channing Dungey has revealed that there are still plans for future shows in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. “We all came […]
Mark Ruffalo wraps filming on Thor: Ragnarok
Mark Ruffalo has taken to Instagram to reveal that he’s completed filming on Marvel’s Thor: Ragnarok, with the actor sharing a few photos including a shot of him with his big green alter-ego, as well as director Taika Waititi and a bearded Chris Hemsworth… Ragnarok only started shooting last month, and construction work is still […]
Why does it always have to be Marvel vs. DC?
Anghus Houvouras asks, ‘why does it always have to be Marvel vs. DC?’… Binary theory. I’ve written about this before at great length. The constantly evolving concept that everything has been reduced to a “1” or a “0”. Famously expressed in thoughts like “You are either for me or against me”. Either something has value […]
Elizabeth Debicki discusses Ayesha’s role in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
During the San Diego Comic-Con, it was revealed that Elizabeth Debicki is portraying the character of Ayesha – a.k.a. Her – in Marvel’s upcoming sequel Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, and during an interview with Collider, the actress has been discussing her role in the sequel. “She is the leader of the Sovereign people, […]
