by Mike Sangiacomo Editor's note: This review contains some very slight spoilers: nothing more than what has been revealed in trailers for the film, but still--proceed with caution. We're almost there, people! CLEVELAND, Ohio – After 10 years and 22 movies, the Marvel Cinematic Universe comes to an amazing, bombastic climax with a three-hour masterpiece directed by … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2019
Lo, There Shall Be an Ending!
By Michael Sangiacomo Avengers: Endgame is almost upon us and, given the ridiculous amount of security surrounding it, it would be stupid to make predictions about the much-anticipated ending. I’ve interviewed Joe and Anthony Russo at least five times, including just last week, and neither have given even the slightest spoiler to the grand finale of the 22nd film in the … [Read more...]
Does Lightning Strike for Shazam and the DCU?
by Michael Sangiacomo CLEVELAND, Ohio – “Shazam” is a rollicking good kids' movie that adults will enjoy on different levels. For once, we see what a 14-year-old boy would be like if he had the power to turn into a super-powered adult – he’d show off, buy beer and go into a strip club. But since the movie is PG-13, he dislikes the taste of beer and is confused by the … [Read more...]