June 22nd we've got another round of Luke Cage coming to Netflix, & I'm not sure what to think. The first half of season 1 was some of the best stuff Netflix has made as a studio. Then they killed off the best character. This has left us with a portion of plot rolling into season 2 that I could care less about. On the other hand, seeing this trailer, Bushmaster looks like a formidable foe. I don't know anything about the character. From the trailer, I'm getting a voodoo vibe. Always makes for a good antagonist. It also looks like we're taking one more step towards "Heros for Hire". That's one of the things I've been looking forward to since the addition of Misty & the Iron Fist. So all in all, this trailer has left me kinda just wondering. There's what I knew would be the inevitable already disappointing leftovers from the end of season 1. However, everything new looks really good. I'll say this, I'm more excited for this now than I was. What do y'all think? Amped up for season 2? Put it in the comments, like, & share.
Marvel Studios Talks Eternals, Black Panther 2, & The Fox Deal
With Avengers: Infinity War about to kick off the road to the end of "Phase 3", Marvel Studios has been pretty tight lipped on anything that's coming next for "Phase 4". Feige had mentioned the next phase will begin with the Spiderman sequel & Guardians of the Galaxy 3 , but that's about all. However, last night Collider dropped all kinds of Marvel Studios news, starting with Marvels absence from Hall H this year at Comic Con in San Diego. It looks like this is mainly because they don't have anything new to announce yet. Still not wanting to release the name of Avengers 4, it's looking to me like they don't want to fully commit yet. Probably because there's a lot on the table. Some of which probably being the looming Fox deal. Even though Feige told the Playlist it would take years, & definitely not affect the five already announced films. Which, I'll give him those five. They'll play us out through next year. That's the year this deal is supposed to go through though. At the halfway point of that year those Fox owned characters will most likely be back with Marvel. I'm thinking years is right, but only about two. Until that happens though, Feige did state that Eternals as well as Nova are a couple of characters in immediate consideration for Phase 4 in an interview with Comicbook.com. This is an interesting choice for me. Nova is a given due to his ties to Guardians & the Nova Corps.. Eternals is the one that surprises me. That's a tricky one for anyone who knows the lore of Celestial experiments on Earth. That's gonna be a hard theater sell, but so was Guardians of the Galaxy, & it's still one of my favorites. I don't know to much about the Eternals except the basics. I'm more familiar with Neil Gaiman's "reboot" than I am with the original Kirby material. It's a lot to take in, I remember that. The last piece of news comes in the form of director Ryan Coogler & Black Panther 2 . In an interview with Collider, Kevin Feige stated that they want Ryan to come back, & they're working on it right now. He's say it will depend on when Ryan wants to, but he's pretty sure he has an idea of when. He reiterates that there will be no official line up announcements until after Avengers 4 . So the awesome direction of Black Panther will continue in it's sequel. More so however, it looks like even the two films they had mentioned to kick off phase 4 could also be in the air now. After those statements phase 4 is all the sudden total mystery. I can't wait to see where all this goes. I actually like the new secrecy, as opposed to here's everything we're doing for the next two or three years. I also can't help but keep thinking how much easier this will be to throw those Fox properties last minute into, than an already laid out plan. So there you go, a little news, & a lot of speculation. What do y'all think on all these developments? What are y'all anticipating for Phase 4? Put it in the comments, like, & share.
Marvel's "10 Year Legacy" Video Has Me Really Thinking About The Scope Of All This
Marvel just released this video taking us all the way back to the beginning, & it's really got me thinking. Through the next couple of Avengers films, we're really looking at something monumental. Can you think of anything that's ever come close to what the Marvel Cinematic Universe has done I the world of film? Star Wars or Star Trek would be the only immediate examples that come to mind, & they only have half the entries of the MCU. To put out this much content is amazing, but for even the bad entries to still be really good films is an amazing feat. I'm hoping for 10 more years plus of this, infinity & beyond for that matter. This just made me stop & think that's all. A huge amount of recognition should go out for the achievement made here, & I don't think people talk about that part enough. You're looking at an actual piece of history now when it comes to these films. This may never be duplicated. You see many are trying. Awesome time to be alive in the world of cinema, & the MCU is the driving reason for that. Keep en comin' Marvel Studios! What are y'alls thoughts on this awesome achievement in history, as well as this somewhat nostalgic trip through the past 10 years? Put it in the comments, like, & share.
If Only We Have As Much Fun With "Avengers: Infinity War" As It Looks Like They Had Making It
Every time Marvel releases one of these behind-the-scenes featurettes I can't help but see how much fun it looks like everyone involved is having. This new one for Avengers: Infinity War is no exception. How much these people enjoy making these films, & the immediate chemistry displayed between each & every cast member shows why these films have only gotten better for 10 years now. Not only that, but I'm beginning to suspect that Chris Hemsworth is never, not Thor. I'm really starting to think that's just him all the time. These are always fun to watch though, love seeing how much passion Robert Downey Jr. has for this franchise. Enjoy this as much as I did, let me know what you think. Put it in the comments, like, & share.
Marvel Thanks The Fans For 10 Years
I can't believe it's been 10 years since Iron Man introduced the world at large to a universe I'd been enjoying since I'd learned how to read. Now over 18 films later Marvel Studios proves they definitely understand why with this thank you video to the people that have made it all possible, the Fans. This is a real classy move, that shows why they're successful as they are. All the way to the first after-credit scene, they've been thinking about us fans. There was no big plan yet, that was just for fans, & that's awesome on so many levels. Keep doing what you're doing Marvel Studios, & I'm sure you'll see another 10+ years in your future. Can't wait for Phase 4!
Attention Marvel Fans... #ThanosDemandsYourSilence
This is great!! The Russo brothers just tweeted out this image of a letter being delivered by Thanos. They have a really good point too. I've been noticing in the slew of TV trailer spots for Avengers: Infinity War last week, that they're playing any extra details from this film close to the chest coming to it's April 27th release date. Besides teenage Groot, there was only a smidgen of new stuff among 3 or 4 spots. Knowing that I really do hope people can listen to the Mad Titan as he demands silence upon spoilers for this film. I think there's going to be some big surprises. Bravo for the letter idea, I thought was hilarious. Any thoughts? Put em in the comments, like, & share.
"Captain Marvel" Will Resurrect Some Names From The Dead
Get ready to see dead people on March 8th, 2019. Marvel Studios announced that production has started on Captain Marvel starring Brie Larson. In which they revealed some deceased Marvel Universe alumni that will be joining the fray. Considering this film takes place in the 90s before all the MCU films as we know them they can pretty much bring back whoever they want. We already knew we were getting a two eyed Sam Jackson as Nick Fury, but new revelations from EW add Lee Pace & Djimon Hounsou as Ronan the Accuser & Korath of the first Guardians of the Galaxy to the upcoming film. If that's not enough dead men walking, Clark Gregg is coming back to the Marvel Studios big screen as S.H.I.E.L.D agent Phil Coulson. Also known cast include Ben Mendelsohn, Lashana Lynch, Gemma Chan, Algenis Perez Soto, Rune Temte, McKenna Grace, & Jude Law. This is friggin' awesome! I hope this isn't all the characters that pop up. I'm guessing Cap is still frozen even? I wonder if this will open up the timeline further to add in things here & there. This feels like a dangerous, yet highly intriguing move for a series already so deep in. This could stir up so many inconsistencies. If they do it smoothly though, the sky's the limit to what they can do. If they can fit this in seamlessly, the timeline is irrelevant. They can put stuff on as they see fit, opening up so many possibilities. I'm super excited for this one. Captain Marvel will be directed by Anna Boden & Ryan Fleck based on their screenplay alongside Meg LeFauve, Nicole Pearlman, Geneva Robertson-Dworet, Liz Flahive, & Carly Mensch. And on that note, what do ya'll think if these additions? Anyone else you'd like to see in the 90s? Put it in the comments, like, & share.
New Trailer For "Avengers: Infinity War" Delivers On So Many Levels
Marvel Studios has just dropped the newest trailer for Avengers: Infinity War , & it shows exactly why this is my most anticipated film this year. I've already watched this thing three times & it's been up less than 20 minutes. I can't even pick a favorite moment. It's somewhere in between Star Lord & Iron Man coming up with a plan, or the Spider-Man/Dr. Strange introduction. That action looks like it's on an epic Lord of the Rings scale. The craziest part about that statement? I'm doubting they've showed us anything that happened past the 30 minute to an hour mark. I'm betting this is tame compared to what's to come when we see the whole thing on April 27th. Also really cool is you get a blink & you'll miss it shot of Thanos' "Black Order". That's his crew of super villains. In fact, you get a really good look at the finished product for that Ebony Maw vs Dr. Strange scene we saw pics for last year behind the scenes. He looks awesome. All the heroes going to war in Wakanda looks awesome. Hell, this whole friggin' trailer looks awesome. I can't wait, & though they didn't show him much, apparently Hulk plays a big part in this who me thing. According to Ruffalo, Banner has a lot more control now, Hulk will use simple sentences now, & he will be bringing the warning of Thanos. He also touched on not really understanding the events of Civil War . Hulk was off planet so he & Banner see this from the outside looking in. Anyway, check out the trailer, & let me know what you think. Something this big will definitely be rolling over into Avengers 4. Put your thoughts in the comments, like, & share.
"Avengers: Infinity War" Moves Up Date
Couldn't wait for Avengers: Infinity War? Good, you just got your wish. Marvel has announced it's pushing the first part if the comic book film to end comic film's as we know it, up a week to April 27th. Making a lot of sense, as it puts a little more distance between it & Solo: A Star Wars Story. I'm excited. Mainly because the month of April was looking pretty lonely, now it's home to my most awaited film of the year. Gotta love when a film gets pushed up instead of back. Gotta love this new poster too just for laziness. The art dept. just said change the date on the old one & splash some color on it. What do y'all think? Sooner the better? Put it in the comments, like, & share.
"Avengers: Infinity War" Tease In Marvel's 10th Anniversary "Class Photo"
Want a sample of what's to come in Avengers: Infinity War ? Check out this video of Oct 7's class photo, celebrating 10 years of Marvel Studios. That stage is a sample of how many people we're talking about when Avengers: Infinity War hits this May 4th. 79 actors & filmmakers side by side, & you can see that the bigger portion of that make-up is actors. When you see them all together, you can't help but be blown away by the size of all of this. Here's to 10 more years just as amazing as the first 10. Thanks Marvel Studios! What do y'all think about this amazing gathering? Put it in the comments, like, & share.
International Trailer For "Black Panther" Showcases Wakandan Technology
This new international spot for Marvel' s upcoming Black Panther shows some new shots involving Wakanda & the nation's technology. Along with some details on the new suit, this is really the stuff that excites me about Black Panther. I love all the alien & advanced tech Wakanda is known for, or not known as they allow no outsiders. I wish I knew what the voiceover was saying, this has been my favorite look at this film so far. Like I said though, when it comes to Black Panther, my favorite aspect is Wakanda & it's tech. This is the first time I noticed Klaw use his new arm as well. It might have been in other previews, but I didn't remember seeing it when it popped up here. He's a villain of greed, which usually makes for a very believable antagonist usually. I'm still a little thrown off by Michael B Jordan though. I feel like I keep going back & forth with every preview on whether he's going to work. I like him, when he's on, he's on. I just can't get a grip from the trailers so far if he's on or off this time around. What did y'all think of thus international trailer though? Put it in the comments, like, & share.
Avengers: Infinity War Finds Lead Character In.... Thanos?
With May's Avengers: Infinity War seeming to be getting here faster as it's gets closer, actual plot details for what to expect have been slim. Now we might have more of a clear picture as to where this is going. According to Collider, co-director Anthony Russo has now revealed that not only will Thanos (Josh Brolin) himself act like the "lead" of this film, but the story will also have the tone of a heist film with him hunting down the Infinity Stones. I heard this yesterday right after my first thoughts on Thor: Ragnarok , see that here. So, I was already pretty pumped. After hearing this though? I'm now more excited about this than I've been for any Marvel movie save The Avengers. First, I love heist movies. They are probably one of my favorite genres of movie. It's entertaining to see people pull off the impossible. More so, wouldn't it be awesome to watch an evil, super-powered Ocean's 11? Now second, & not really it should be first, Marvel has gave us nothing really when it comes to Thanos. We know all the Avengers & they can throw us more, but it just makes sense for this film to focus on Thanos, the unknown. They've been selling him to us as the villain of all villains. It pleases me to no end that it's sounding like now they're going to take the time to back up that sell. What do y'all think though? Heist film? Thanos lead? Put it in the comments, like, & share.
Taika Waititi of "Thor: Ragnarok" Just Moved Up My List Of Directors & I Haven't Even Seen The Film Yet
"So we failed miserably & had a funny first 10 minutes & then a super-boring rest of the movie. But that's luckily why you have such a long time in post-production, because you can test all these things out & get the very best film that you can." That was a quote from one of the most truthful Directors I've ever heard, Taika Waititi, director of Thor: Ragnarok, speaking to CBR as reported by ScreenRant. Now this happens all the time. A lot of your big budget movies are mainly put together in post-production, but nobody ever admits it. This guy basically told you straight up that his first run at this was total crap until he toyed around with it, giving us this film, that so far is getting really good reviews. I've got a couple days myself until what I'm calling "Thorsday", & this little bit of truth has actually bolstered my excitement even more. Waititi is awesome for just laying it out there, the way it went down, with no spin. I'd rather hear about how you got there more than what you got any day. That's why some of the greatest films have almost even more interesting behind the scenes stories. It takes a certain type of Director to go back & truthfully let you know how they got from A to Z, along with all the "eraser marks" to go along. Like I said though, something like this just makes me want to see this film even more. What do y'all think of this unorthodox bit of truth from Waititi? Put it in the comments, like, & share.
Marvel's "Punisher" Gets Postponed??
So in response to the Las Vegas massacre of 58 on Oct. 1 Netflix pulled out of a pre-scheduled panel session for The Punisher at New York Comic Con. Many believed that the panel would have been followed by a special surprise launch in October, rumored as early as Saturday. Netflix had never announced a date, but it's now expected for late fall. This sucks. If this was really the case & The Punisher was coming this weekend, I'm a little pissed off. I know this was a horribly tragic thing, but with everybody wanting it to be labeled terrorism, I can only think this is the wrong way to handle it. I mean, the definition of terrorism pretty much is to instill terror. Isn't this reaction exactly what they're going for in the first place? Every time we change our actions due to one of these heinous acts we're doing exactly what terror bringers want us to do. I understand there are a lot of guns in The Punisher, & maybe it's because I come from a time when uber-violence was understood as fake when in reference to entertainment. My heart goes out to the victims of Oct. 1st's Las Vegas shooting. I just can't help but feel that giving these shooters as much acknowledgement as we tend to do, is exactly what they want. I wish we would mourn the victims, & not even release the shooter's information. Take away that acknowledgement to let any future copycats know they will NOT be remembered for what they have done. Anyway, off subject, sorry for the rant. Would really like to know others views on this. If this is the case are these the right actions to take. Put it in the comments, like, & share.
"Avengers: Infinity War" Going Back In Time & Who's Responsible For Hela's Invasion In "Ragnarok"
Two things here, both of which sound like they could potentially be SPOILERY for some. So if you don't want to know any plot details for Avengers: Infinity War or Thor: Ragnarok do not read any more of this. Move on to the next, it's nothing major, but you have been warned. The first is from ScreenRant reporting Central Casting Georgia's two new casting calls for Avengers: Infinity War. Both for Caucasian females who would play extras as 1960s engineers & secretaries/clerks. These are for small scenes, but let us know that at some point Avengers: Infinity will be taking a trip to the 60's. My mind started racing to all the flashback scenes we could probably see. Then I thought about the Time Gem & the Infinity Gauntlet, opening up numerous possibilities. So many possibilities, without context my mind is going too many different directions to really form an opinion. It's really left me more curious than anything. Next up, also ScreenRant, is a little more spoilery as it deals with the reason Hela is able to invade Asgard in the upcoming Thor: Ragnarok is the fact that when we last left Loki he had taken Odin's place, quite literally. What he didn't know was Odin was doing a lot more than he knew to keep the realms at peace. Loki thought he had won, but had know idea of the thing's Odin kept at bay, Hela being the worst. So, basically the whole invasion will be Loki's fault. This, in a nutshell, came from the mouth of Ragnarok producer, Brad Winderbaum. This makes too much sense. It also gives an even better reason for Loki to play with the good guys again. He's at his best when he feels he's been bested by anyone other than his "adopted" family. With them there's almost hint of restraint, while anyone else get's Loki, "gloves off". I can't wait, already have my tickets. What do y'all think of these developments? Put it in the comments, like, & share.
Nick Fury Not In Avengers 3 or Avengers 4
Speaking in an interview with Yahoo Movies UK for his upcoming film The Hitman's Bodyguard, Samuel L. Jackson let it be known Nick Fury will not be appearing in Avengers: Infinity War or the yet to be titled Avengers 4. This is a very puzzling move to me as they've said these films are to be the culmination of the 22 Marvel films up to that date. If that's the case, I really feel like the head of S.H.I.E.L.D. should be a part of it. If you recall when this was all getting put together "The Avengers Initiative" was all Nick Fury's thing. If anything he's the glue that binds the Avengers team together. I just felt like since this all started with him, it would be appropriate for it to end with him there as well. For that matter I still want to no where Fury stands on the events of Captain America: Civil War, & the whole "Sokovia Accords" thing. This news troubles me, & in the immortal words of that horse from Ren & Stimpy, "No sir, I don't like it." What do y'all think though? Major loss for the Avengers? Let us know in the comments, like, & share.
New Writer On Board For Captain Marvel
Captain Marvel isn't set to be coming to us until March 8, 2019. Starring Brie Larson & to be directed by Anna Boden & Ryan Fleck, the film's script, was originally to be written by Meg LeFauve & Nicole Perlman. In a Deadline exclusive however, Geneva Robertson-Dworet will be taking over that responsibility, with LeFauve dropping out do to direct the Disney Animation pic Gigantic with Nathan Greno. The article says "take over & write". Which is a little fuzzy to me on whether this is a page one rewrite or if she's got something to work with already. From what I can gather we've really never seen anything from Robertson-Dworet. Her credits do include the upcoming Tomb Raider for MGM & Suicide Squad spin-off Gotham City Sirens for WB. Not sure how I feel about this as I don't have any work to base this off of. Only time will tell I guess. This one is placed in a very crucial spot for the future of the MCU. I'm all for new talent, I just hope this is the right spot to take the chance. Let me know what y'all think in the comments, like, & share.
Before Round 1 Even Starts, Thanos Is Signed On For A Rematch?
Collider reports Josh Brolin has confirmed via his Instagram, he was about to begin filming on the untitled Avengers 4. Meaning we now officially know Thanos does not die in the upcoming Avengers: Infinity War. I feel like I've been trying to repeat that sentence to myself all day long. Who thought this made sense to let out? The Russo's have already crushed the rumors of Avenger 3 & 4 being a two-part series, saying 4 would be a entirely differentmovie, so this can only mean a so many things. There's the highly unlikely chance Thanos becomes a Loki-type, keep around because we need him kinda thing, the chance Thanos "wins" the first film, Thanos comes back for the rematch of the century, or "big surprise", Avengers 3 & 4 are a two-part series. I would accept any of these, as long as they're done right. Well except the first one, that would mean Thanos in a cell & I just can't really wrap my head around the notion. This is just a strange thing to announce if they're really trying to get away from this being two parts. That being said, I'm predicting a cliffhanger ending for Infinity War. With Skrulls on the table thanks to the details released at D23 from Captain Marvel, there's really no telling what to expect for Avengers 4. What do y'all think? Cliffhanger? Let's talk about it in the comments, like, & share.
Spider-Man's Screen-time In "Avengers: Infinity War" & Even More Trailers For "Spider-Man Homecoming"
So we all know everyone & their mother is set to appear in the upcoming Avengers: Infinity War. Now we're getting an idea of where everyone's favorite neighborhood superhero falls into the mix. Collider mentioned a Spider-Man: Homecoming press junket where Fandango questioned Marvel's own Kevin Feige about how much screen-time Spidey will have in the upcoming Avengers: Infinity War? He replied, "I think it might feel bigger a little bit because of Homecoming & because of what people know from it, but it's about on par with [Civil War]." This is pretty much on par with what I was thinking everyone was going to get for Infinity War. You gotta figure you'll have the cast of Civil War, Hulk, Thor, Guardians of the Galaxy, Thanos, & Lord knows who else. How much screen-time can even be available in the first place with that big of a cast? In other Spidey news here's some new trailers. Full scene clips actually, & even in the comments to the video someone mentions how they feel like they've now seen most of the movie. I do have to somewhat agree, this movie has now officially reached over-trailered status for me. I love what I'm seeing, don't get me wrong. Everything about this looks good. I just don't want to see anything else new until I'm sitting in the theater. At least they're saving Michael Keaton's Vulture. I feel like he's the only thing we haven't seen a lot from. I hope they keep it that way too. Keaton's probably the thing I'm most excited for in this movie. Anyway, what do y'all think? Has it been too many trailers? And what are you're guesses on the rest of the screen-time for Avengers: Infinity War? Let us know in the comments, like, & share.
Tom Holland's Spider-man May Appear In Non-MCU Sony Spinoffs?
I saw this on monkeysfightingrobots.com, & I don't know what to take out of this video at all. In an interview with Amy Pascal (Sony Executive) & Kevin Feige (Marvel Studios President), Amy is speaking about the Sony announced Black Cat & Venom Sony films. She says, "Those movies will all take place in the world that we're creating for Peter Parker. I mean, they'll be adjunct to it; they may be different locations, but it will still all be in the same world & they will be connected to each other as well." She's then asked of Tom Holland appearing. In which she says, "There's always a chance." Definitely watch the video though, as the look of pure confusion on Kevin Feige's face speaks to me as this not being the last we're going to hear on this subject. Definitely going to keep my eyes & ears on any developments to come. I'd be all for these spin-offs if I they weren't a Sony only production. They've had too many chances at this already, & I'm only trusting the hands of the MCU with Spidey. Now if I hear these will also be in conjunction with Marvel Studios, I may change my mind. Until then though this is just another bad idea from Sony. What do y'all think? Leave it in the comments, like, & share.