Video Game Adaptations, Take Notes – Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is a Blast

With so many references to the original video games, great character moments, and clever jokes for adults to enjoy, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is the adaptation that has saved me from video game movie hell.

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SXSW Review | Ti West’s X is a Horror Gift that Keeps Giving

In 105 minutes, X manages to soar beyond its script limitations to a part comedy, part horror flick that never taps into unfamiliar territory. Yet West’s creative spotlight on porn surpasses expectations.

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Moonfall – Review

Disaster movies. What’s there to say about them? At times, they are mindless entertainment with a hint of family drama. Or, they can be the perfect opportunities for filmmakers to explore ethical conflict when it comes to government, humanity, and decision-making. But one thing’s for certain: Hollywood can’t seem to get enough of them. Roland…

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2022 Sundance Film Festival – Recap

After ten days, 84 feature films, and 59 shorts, the Sundance Film Festival completed its 2022 slate of programming. Fans around the world raved about their favorite features, documentaries, and shorts, the juries and audience deliberated on the best films of each category, and I experienced festival fatigue like never before… It was all for…

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Ranking the Midnight Section of the 2022 Sundance Film Festival

The Sundance Film Festival is a prestigious program of the Sundance Institute, a non-profit organization founded by Robert Redford in 1981. Committed to the growth and nurturing of independent artists, the annual film festival is a showcase for premieres of bold, innovative, and inspiring work that amplifies voices on an international scale. Each year, I…

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Why Hasn’t Hollywood Figured Out How to Make a Horror Comic Book Movie?

Marvel Studios have horror characters coming. DC Comics has a legion in waiting. So, why don’t we have a real horror comic book movie?

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The Next Chapter – Welcome to Cinema Debate

Effective December 12, 2021, ComicBook Debate will rebrand to Cinema Debate. In 2017, The Farooqi Bros launched ComicBook Debate. The core brand message was simple; well-written, well-argued, and personal pieces of writing on everything from the pop-culture world. On equal standing was providing an outlet for those who normally don’t get a shot in the…

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Star Wars Bleeds Red in ‘Crimson Reign’

Warning: This article contains spoilers for War of the Bounty Hunters #3 On Wednesday, IGN revealed the exclusive first details for Star Wars: Crimson Reign, a new comic mini-series debuting in November starring Qi’ra, played by Emilia Clarke in 2018’s Solo: A Star Wars Story. The 5-issue run is written by Charles Soule, who also…

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The Green Knight – Review

The Green Knight is written for the screen and directed by David Lowery. Adapted from the late 14th-century poem titled, “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight”, the story follows the nephew of the legendary King Arthur. King Arthur’s headstrong nephew embarks on a daring quest to confront the Green Knight, a mysterious giant who appears…

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Shazam’s New Suit Revealed | Keaton Batman’s Role in The Flash

Welcome to ComicBook Debate’s #BuiltDifferent stream. Every Sunday, join The Farooqi Bros as they discuss the biggest topics of the week, fun behind the scenes insights, and more. Today’s topics include: Andy Muschietti Shares a Photo of Michael Keaton’s Batsuit for #TheFLASH. Warner Bros. Discovery is the combined WarnerMedia and Discovery company Name A tease…

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