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Is Gladiator II a Sequel Worthy of Strength and Honor?

More than 24 years ago, Sir Ridley Scott created a remarkable historical epic with his film, Gladiator. Released in 2000, it became the second highest-grossing movie of that year, earning nearly $500 million worldwide, just behind Mission: Impossible II. The… Continue Reading →

Napoleon is a Victim of Its Own Ambitions

In his eighth decade, Ridley Scott displays a directorial vigor that surpasses many filmmakers half his age. Alongside Martin Scorsese, he stands as a cinematic Highlander, consistently delivering top-tier films that grace award seasons annually.

Russell Crowe Raises Hell as The Pope’s Exorcist

Russell Crowe is one of my favorite actors in Hollywood. He has exceptional talents and versatility as an actor. From playing a Roman commander-turned-slave in Gladiator — probably my favorite film of his — to portraying a brilliant man suffering… Continue Reading →

Joaquin Phoenix is My Guilty Pleasure

Per Matt I’ll happily admit I’m a fan of Joaquin Phoenix. I won’t deny it. While the actor can choose some wacky roles and at times seems to be really “out there,” I never seem to shy away, regardless of… Continue Reading →

Train to Busan Tries to Restart the Zombie Apocalypse Craze With Peninsula

Zombie movies and shows are finally on a downward spiral. The Walking Dead phenomenon seems to have finally run its course. With the comics series finished and only a single season left to air on television, I have to say… Continue Reading →

Thor: Ragnarok — An Epic Matching the Comics

Thor: Ragnarok brings an epic and comedic side of Thor and the Hulk that has been hinted at, yet not fully explored, with these characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Each lighthearted moment looks to be balanced with an over-the-top… Continue Reading →

The Indie Film Series: (Screenwriting) Save the Cat! Part 1

In the introduction to my indie film article series posted a few weeks ago, I mentioned using the Indie Film Academy podcast as a reference point for my articles. Despite that claim, I am venturing off script to start the… Continue Reading →

Tales from the Borderlands: Episode Four – Escape Plan Bravo

As the saying goes, “Power tends to corrupt and absolute power corrupts absolutely.” So, when Rhys makes a deal with the devil (aka the hologram ghost of Handsome Jack), there will be plenty of opportunities to throw shade at his… Continue Reading →

Game of Thrones: A Day in the Life

With so many intricate details, Game of Thrones is probably the most complex program ever to be produced for television. Preparing for Season 5, this behind-the-scenes special highlights one day, with on-location filming in three countries: Croatia, Northern Ireland and… Continue Reading →

Marvel Zombies 2

After a brief visit to the sideways / parallel universe, Robert Kirkman (The Walking Dead) returns to write a true sequel for the Marvel Zombies. In this storyline, 40 years have passed since the superheroes of Earth-2149 became Zombies. So,… Continue Reading →

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