Seinfeld and Curb Your Enthusiasm share many things in common. Both shows are hilarious, co-created by Larry David, and more interesting than your average sitcom. But each series does certain things their own way, and it’s easy to see how they stack up against one another. For one thing, the former premiered in 1989 and the latter premiered in 2000, so they each exist in very different worlds and time periods....
Once Marvel proved the immense success a cinematic universe could deliver, it was only a matter of time before their long-time rivals at DC followed suit. DC had already had significant success with their films, especially the Dark Knight trilogy, but the DCEU presented a whole new opportunity filled with a lot of risks. As it turns out, their cinematic universe had a considerably difficult time getting off the ground. The first couple of films disappointed and the massive Justice League team-up was a major let-down....
The meta king of ultra-violence, Wade Wilson, aka Deadpool, is riding high right now after Deadpool 2 premiered to shattered box office records and critical acclaim. Some have gone so far as to laud it as even better than the first movie, a box office smash that single-handedly revived the genre of R-rated superhero movies. Without getting too far into spoilers, Deadpool 2 exemplifies the strange dichotomy that exists in the soul of The Merc With A Mouth: at once, he’s a goofy, endearingly wacky shot of fun that allows superhero movies to take the piss out of themselves....
Watching the Academy Awards this year, it like a foregone conclusion that Leonardo DiCaprio would win for his chilling, bison-chewing performance in The Revenant. Not because his performance was so great, but because after six nominations, everyone agreed he was due for a win. Sometimes it seems like the Academy gives Oscars to reward a body of work more than a particular performance, or as an attempt to correct overlooking past performances....
When one thinks of Batman, the first image that pops into their head is Bruce Wayne in his Batsuit. The Batsuit is perhaps the most iconic and recognizable costume in comic book history. The Batsuit is a lot more than a collection of hockey pads and a carnival mask. It has many complex and unique pieces that come together to form one of the most unique and practical superhero costumes ever conceived....
For more than 70 years Steve Rogers has been fighting for freedom as Captain America and, while he is certainly the most famous person to bear that title, he is not the only one. Since the character’s first appearance in March of 1941, there have been many different characters to take on the role of Captain America, some of whom have taken his place for only an issue or two, and others that have taken up the mantle for years on end....
Film constantly builds upon itself as it evolves. Sometimes, that evolution takes the form of revolution, as filmmakers tell stories in a way no one has seen before – narratively, technically, or visually. Just as often, the evolution includes self-reference; an interaction with movies that came before, as filmmakers re-use familiar concepts, familiar themes, or even familiar scenes. This list explores the latter – those instances when a film’s scene or scenes were recycled by its successors....
With 2018’s Avengers: Infinity War, the Marvel Cinematic Universe kicks into high gear for Phase 3, raising the stakes for the most successfully-mapped cinematic franchise ever built. But even the best laid plans of Kevin Feige can sometimes go awry. In the midst of managing dozens of characters over a couple of dozen movies, mistakes will be made. Which is understandable, and forgivable, considering the huge amount of fandom joy and huge profits the movies have generated....
There’s nothing like a good villain. Though a solid villain isn’t always necessary to make a good superhero story, it never hurts. A villain who throws everything they have at their hero (and manages to be the slightest bit charismatic while doing it) is a villain worth watching. In the recent superhero boom, fans have been treated to a variety of villains across television and movies. Whether it’s the DCEU, MCU, or even the Arrowverse, some of the best “super” characters have been villains....
Over a year and a half after the premiere of Stranger Things 2, Stranger Things 3 finally hit Netflix on July 4, 2019. The expectations were high for the much anticipated next installment in the incredibly successful series, and once again, everyone involved in the making of the show totally delivered. Featuring as many heartwarming and hilarious moments as ever, and just as many doses of heartbreak, too, Stranger Things 3 fired on all cylinders from start to finish....
Assembled for the first time in September 1963, The Avengers united Marvel Comics’ most popular superheroes as a single unit. The opening issues saw The Mighty Thor, The Incredible Hulk, The Invincible Iron Man, Ant-Man, and The Wasp joining together to fight the machinations of Thor’s brother, Loki. Hulk left the team shortly after it was founded, setting the trend for a fluid roster which would change frequently in the years to come....
iOS 16 rumors are heating up, including Apple pre-announcing some accessibility-focused features that will inevitably arrive with iOS 16’s release later this year. Benjamin and Zac also discuss reports that a cheaper Apple TV is in development, interesting updates to Apple Podcasts, and hands-on with the game-changing Apple Studio Display firmware update. Sponsored by Pillow: Pillow is an all-in-one sleep tracking solution to help you get a better night’s sleep. Download it from the App Store today....
Warning: SPOILERS ahead for Avengers: Infinity War - If you want to start chaos on the internet, simply ask this question: Which Chris is the best one – Hemsworth, Pine, Pratt or Evans? Hollywood likes guys named Chris, and it just so happens that in the modern blockbuster age of superheroes and expanded universes, we have four of them who are front and center. Everyone has their favorite, whether they’re willing to admit it or not, and with three of the quartet appearing in the same movie this year – Avengers: Infinity War – it felt only fair to reignite the debate....
Apple has shared photos of its spectacular new Al Maryah Island Apple Store, ahead of tomorrow’s opening. Vlogger Emkwan has also posted a video tour. The latest Abu Dhabi store has a dramatic water feature, blurs the boundary between interior and exterior, has a golden carbon fiber roof, and offers panoramic views of the skyline … The Cupertino company recently teased the store, revealing the cascading water feature, and a custom-painted barricade mural....
The Simpsons is regarded as one of the funniest shows in television history. Despite a general belief that the series is far past it’s best years at this point, there were still a long stretch of seasons where it was delivering the big laughs. But apart from the humor the show has given us, we have also learned a lot from the show over the course of its historic run....
As timeless as the day it first aired in 1985, The Golden Girls was a sitcom that showcased the different perspectives of four women of a certain age as they tackled love, careers, and friendship living together in Miami. The refreshing approach the show took to the main cast’s “golden years,” mainly that it wasn’t the stagnant period other television programs made it out to be, meant that Dorothy, Blanche, Rose, and Sophia weren’t shackled with the usual corny jokes about aging....
While the Harry Potter universe provided us with seven books and eight films, fans may find themselves at a loose end when searching for fresh magical material to obsess over. Sure, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them has provided us with additional entertainment from the Potter-verse, but sometimes we look forward to committing to a gripping and story-rich TV series rather than a film that is watched in one sitting....
Before there was Game of Thrones on HBO, another premium subscription television channel was looking for a historic-ish series, filled with blood and flesh. As the Starz network struggled to keep up with their competitors, a Thracian hero arrived to do battle and claim victory: Spartacus. The show lasted four seasons as of one of the most popular premium networks television shows in history. If you haven’t seen Spartacus for yourself, you can check it out on Netflix....
Being a character in a Shonda Rhimes show is a tough gig. In pretty much all of her “ShondaLand” shows, the odds of falling on hard times — being maimed, cheated on, diagnosed with some sort of terminal illness, going nuts, having a crappy relationship with a parent, etc. — are astronomical. And if you are a ShondaLand character reading this article screaming “holy mackerel, how do I get out of here?...
Great television characters, since the dawn of the small screen, have stolen our imaginations and made us wish the small amounts of time we get to spend with them on a weekly basis could last so much longer. Even in the early days, when only three channels were on the tube, the standouts were exceptional. Following on the heels of our look at movie characters who should never be recast, we thought we’d take a moment to offer our TV favorites the same treatment....
