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‘Justice League’ is an Embarrassing Low for Superheroes

I wonder if this is how all those people who were hyped about “Batman v Superman” just to think sucked felt after watching it… “Justice League” is the fifth installment of the DC Extended Universe and is the first time the titular team, consisting of Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Superman, Aquaman and Cyborg, is… Continue reading ‘Justice League’ is an Embarrassing Low for Superheroes

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‘Wonder Woman’ a Different Kind of Blockbuster that (Mostly) Succeeds

All it took for the DC Extended Universe to get on track was pairing a director who hasn’t made a film in 14 years with a female character who has never had her own movie. “Wonder Woman” is the fourth installment of the DCEU, and follows Amazonian goddess Diana Prince as she accompanies an American… Continue reading ‘Wonder Woman’ a Different Kind of Blockbuster that (Mostly) Succeeds

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‘Suicide Squad’ Wastes Brilliant Cast in Bland CGI Romp

If nothing else it’s nice to see Will Smith having fun in a big budget blockbuster again. “Suicide Squad” is the third entry into the DC Extended Universe and takes place after the events of this year’s “Batman v Superman.” David Ayer writes and directs as Will Smith and Margot Robbie star as members of… Continue reading ‘Suicide Squad’ Wastes Brilliant Cast in Bland CGI Romp

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‘Batman v Superman’ Is No Masterpiece but It’s Still Fun

My childhood wasn’t ruined, so I guess in the grand scheme of things I can mark this down as a W. “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” is the sequel to “Man of Steel” and the first time the titular heroes have shared a movie screen. Henry Cavill returns as Superman while Ben Affleck takes… Continue reading ‘Batman v Superman’ Is No Masterpiece but It’s Still Fun