A review of DC Univers's Stargirl created by Geoff Johns
Stargirl (S1 Review) | Shades of Greatness and Annoyance
Comic Book Adaptation
The Umbrella Academy (S2 Review) | History, Mystery, Action & Twists that Surpasses Expectations
Season one of The Umbrella Academy was an excellent surprise, an adaptation that managed to be different enough from the comics by Gerard Way and Gabriel Bá but still keep the core idea of the property. Creator Steve Blackman (Legion) and Showrunner Jeremy Slater (The Exorcist) whipped up quite an incredible series. The show has … Continue reading The Umbrella Academy (S2 Review) | History, Mystery, Action & Twists that Surpasses Expectations
Warrior Nun (S1 Review) | Exciting, Uneven, and Twisty
Alba Baptista stars in this action-packed tale of good vs. evil based on the comic book series created by Ben Dunn.
Harley Quinn (S2 Review) | A Spike of Quality Despite the Slow Start
The DC Universe animated series was a very welcomed and pleasant surprise for me. Season one of Harley Quinn introduced us to a great ensemble of voice actors, and some genius versions of famous DC Comics characters. Justin Halpern, Patrick Schumacker, and Dave Lorey, the creators and writers, did an amazing job with the show. … Continue reading Harley Quinn (S2 Review) | A Spike of Quality Despite the Slow Start
Extraction | Sponsored by Tupperware
It doesn't look like it but Extraction is inspired by a graphic novel - I know, crazy right? - The comic is called "Ciudad" and was written by Ande Parks and the Russo Brothers with illustrations by Fernando León González. Both Joe and Anthony Russo are producing this film but only Joe adapted the story. … Continue reading Extraction | Sponsored by Tupperware
Dylan Dog: Dead of Night (Movie Review) | When the tone is not quite right
Horror movies aren't really my thing - I scare too easily and don't need the stress - besides I can't say that Kevin Munroe's silver screen adaptation of Tiziano Sclavi's Italian Horror Comic is one of the scary stressful ones. It stars Brandon Routh (Superman Returns) as the eponymous character, who are they trying to … Continue reading Dylan Dog: Dead of Night (Movie Review) | When the tone is not quite right
Bloodshot (Movie Review) | When Visuals Supersedes Story
Inspired by a comic book by Bob Layton, Don Perlin, and Kevin VanHook, Bloodshot was helmed by first-time feature film director Dave Wilson and stars Vin Diesel (Guardian of the Galaxy) in lead, co-starring Guy Pearce (Iron Man 3), Sam Heughan (Outlander), Eiza Gonzáles (Alita: Battle Angel), and Toby Kebbel (Fant4tic). Premise: After he and … Continue reading Bloodshot (Movie Review) | When Visuals Supersedes Story
Harley Quinn (S1 Review) | When voice-acting outshines live-action.
Developed and produced by Justin Halpern, Patrick Schumacker, and Dave Lorey this adult animated television series from DC Universe follows Harley Quinn, a fictional character created by Paul Dimi and Bruce Timm, and features a lot of comic book characters from DC Comics. Premise: The series is about Harley Quinn's adventures as she strives for emancipation … Continue reading Harley Quinn (S1 Review) | When voice-acting outshines live-action.
October Faction (Season Review) | When Writers Just Give Up
Steve Niles and Damien Norm's comic series October Faction is now a TV series in Netflix starring Tamara Taylor (Bones), J.C. MacKenzie (Madam Secretary), Aurora Burghart, Gabriel Darku, and Megan Follows (Reign). Premise: Follow the adventures of a retired monster-hunter and his family, which includes a thrill-killer, a witch and a warlock. Review: I like … Continue reading October Faction (Season Review) | When Writers Just Give Up
The End Of The F***ing World | Season 2 Review
Two years after their chaotic road trip, The End of the F**ing World* returns darker, stranger, and more heartfelt than ever. Season 2 deepens James and Alyssa’s story while introducing new twists, layered characters, and that perfect blend of awkward humor and gut-punch emotion.
Worn Out Spines 