The iconic web-head has been spinning webs and fighting crime on the big-screen for decades at this point yet through the release of 'Spider-Man: No Way Home', it's as if the entire world has fallen in love with this character all over again. Spider-Man's emotional resonance has always defined the character, it's why we love … Continue reading How ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Solidifies Grief As A Crucial Element In Spidey’s Ethos.
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‘The Amazing Spider-Man 2’ Perfectly Encapsulates Peter Parker’s Tragedy.
In a time where Spider-Man is at his most saturated with multiple versions taking up the mantle all at once, it's a genuine treat to look back on past iterations and examine them through a new lens. With 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse' and especially 'Spider-Man: No Way Home', grief seems to be a central theme … Continue reading ‘The Amazing Spider-Man 2’ Perfectly Encapsulates Peter Parker’s Tragedy.
‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’: First Impressions! (NO SPOILERS)
It is December 15th, 2021 and it has been a few hours since I experienced 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'. Chances are I will publish this at a later date purely for chronological reasons but these are my actual first impressions of the movie without spoilers. There will be a spoiler extravaganza later on in the … Continue reading ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’: First Impressions! (NO SPOILERS)
‘Venom: Let There Be Carnage’ Is Ultimately Non-Symbiotic.
Three years ago, I made the decision to watch 'A Star Is Born' over 'Venom' on their opening weekend. As I sat down to watch both 'Venom' movies this year, I realize I made the right choice. Three hours I will never get back, all for the satisfaction of being in the comic-book movie loop. … Continue reading ‘Venom: Let There Be Carnage’ Is Ultimately Non-Symbiotic.
‘What If…?’ Falls Victim Yet Again to the MCU’s Formula.
It's 2021, we're almost done with the year yet Marvel continuous to have this choke-hold position on its fans as we talk about the MCU yet again (and twice more after this) with 'What If...?'. This boldly animated show takes to the multiverse to explore a reality far different from the one we have been … Continue reading ‘What If…?’ Falls Victim Yet Again to the MCU’s Formula.
Spider-Man 3 – Movie Review!
WARNING: THERE ARE SPOILERS IN THIS REVIEW! Spider-Man 3 is directed by Sam Raimi and it is the final movie in the Raimi Spider-Man trilogy. In this final installment, Peter battles his inner demons as a cosmic entity known as the symbiote attaches to him as a host and evokes negative emotions and action out … Continue reading Spider-Man 3 – Movie Review!
Spider-Man 2 – Movie Review!
Spider-Man 2 is once again directed by Sam Raimi and it takes place two years after the events of the first movie. Peter is having a ridiculously hard time balancing his double-life as Peter Parker and Spider-Man. He eventually comes to a point where he has to choose between living a normal life or saving … Continue reading Spider-Man 2 – Movie Review!
Spider-Man – Movie Review!
Spider-Man is directed by Sam Raimi and it is the origin story of the web-slinging hero we all know and love. When shy student Peter Parker gets bitten by an enhanced spider, he gets super strength and he can basically do anything a spider can. In this movie we see him go through the … Continue reading Spider-Man – Movie Review!
Spider-Man: Far From Home – Movie Review!
Spider-Man: Far From Home is the sequel to Spider-Man: Homecoming and is once again directed by Jon Watts. Set after the events of Avengers: Endgame, Peter Parker is going on a school trip to Europe where he can hopefully enjoy life as a teenager and impress a certain gal. However Peter will have to put … Continue reading Spider-Man: Far From Home – Movie Review!
Spider-Man: Far From Home – Trailer Discussion!
WARNING: MAJOR SPOILERS FOR AVENGERS: ENDGAME AHEAD! Right off the bat, the trailer shows us that Tony's death will be a major plot point in this movie and it should be. Tony was Peter's mentor and seeing how close they were this is crucial in Peter's journey as a hero. One of the highlights of Endgame … Continue reading Spider-Man: Far From Home – Trailer Discussion!