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10 Best Godzilla Films, Ranked
Since first debuting in 1954, Godzilla has reigned supreme as the undisputed king of kaiju. Appearing in countless forms of multimedia, from video games, TV, comics, and anime. It is their original cinematic presence for which they are most well-known and celebrated. Featuring over 30 Japanese films and 4 American productions since 1954's Godzilla, there is a lot of content to consume for anybody wishing to delve into the Godzilla catalog.
Stephen King: 10 Stories That Would Make A Great Comic Series
Stephen King is no stranger to the world of comic books. He's worked on titles such as American Vampire, and his work has been adapted by other writers in The Dark Tower and Creepshow comics.The successful author has often crossed over into the comic medium in his long and illustrious career. While King has found success with numerous cinematic versions of his work, the presence of his stories within comics aren't as prolific.
10 Comedies That Are Funnier On A Rewatch
There are few things as enjoyable as a good comedy film. All the better if it can keep you coming back, managing to make you laugh just as much, or even more. The sign of a classic comedy movie is whether it can stand up to repeat viewings, even when you know that the punchline is coming - no easy task. The most hilarious and successful films can bring the chuckles even after multiple rewatches.
10 Marvel Sidekicks Who Outgrew Their Hero (& Why)
Superheroes and their sidekicks are a tradition that goes back to the very beginning of comic books themselves. From the very early days of the medium to the modern era, it's been a constant to see heroes paired side-by-side with plucky, enthusiastic allies who share a common drive for justice. While DC may be the first name that springs to mind when thinking of the most iconic daring duos, Marvel has its fair share of hard-hitting pairings that have stood the test of time.
10 Comic Characters With The Worst First Impressions
There are many characters throughout the history of comic books who've toed the line between good and bad. They exist in that grey area of morality, which often creates some of the most interesting aspects of both heroes and villains alike. However, what this medium is able to do well is offer a chance at development and growth for its characters due to the ongoing, ever-changing, and endless nature of the way it tells its stories.
The Best Comics That Are Based On Fantasy Movies
The fantasy genre has had a long-standing relationship with the medium of both comic books and film; with its highly adventurous depictions of wonderment lending itself perfectly to both. It is no surprise that, during the history of fantasy cinema, many comic book publishers would attempt to capitalize upon the success of the various films of the day. The two mediums have shared strong crossover appeal, with many fantasy films spawning out from comic book source material or literature.
10 Best Dynamite Comics Everyone Should Be Reading Right Now
Dynamite Comics has had one of their best years in recent memory, releasing a whole host of brilliant new titles over the last twelve months, as well as continuing and concluding several popular, well-loved series. Over the course of the year, readers have been treated to the return of classic characters, as well as books delving further into their expanded universes than has ever been seen before.
10 Comics You Should Read Before Watching Spider-Man: No Way Home
The highly anticipated next installment in the MCU's Spider-Man series is finally here. Spider-Man: No Way Home has teased fans of both comic books and cinema over the past few months with tantalizing hints at what is in store for everyone's favorite web-slinger; as well as what the future may hold for the franchise.
10 Superhero Movies That Everyone Seems To Either Love Or Despise
With the massive influx of superhero cinema released over the last few years, there will always be a certain amount of division between audience, critics, and fan opinions. While no film can please all the people all of the time, some movies have been met with as much love as vitriol. Whether it be due to poorly developed plots, changes in characters from the beloved source material, or a bad adaptation, when a superhero film misses the mark, they're often met with a swift and loud backlash.
5 Movies That Aren’t As Good As You Remember (& 5 That Still Hold Up)
Nostalgia has a nasty habit of clouding our minds; especially when it comes to remembering things we loved when we were younger. Thinking back on a film from our childhood often fills us with a warm, fuzzy feeling, but in many cases, it can cloud our ability to look at things through an objective, critical eye.
5 Stephen King Novels That Need A Movie Adaptation (& 5 That Are Due A Remake)
With a career spanning over 55 years, Stephen King and cinema go hand-in-hand, and it's easy to see why. Stephen King has a bibliography of novels, short story collections, novellas, and comic books numbering well over 75, with many of these projects being turned into motion pictures. While a few of his adaptations have gone down as some of the greatest films ever made, recent success with remakes such as It and Pet Sematary has Hollywood buzzing around King once again.
DC: 10 Strongest Vigilantes Who Aren't Batman, Ranked
The DC Universe is filled with tough, hard-hitting street-level vigilantes who dedicate their lives to ridding the world of crime. While the fanfare and adoration usually go to more cosmic and super-powered heroes, such as Superman and The Flash, Batman and his ilk are the ones who truly get their hands dirty, despite not getting any of the respect they're due.
10 Wolverine Comics Every X-Men Fan Should Read
Since first showing up in 1974, Marvel's Wolverine has proved himself time after time as one of the most well-loved and popular characters in comics history. The Adamantium-boned, claw-wielding member of the X-Men has appeared in many important titles throughout the years and has been a constant in the company's regular output since his debut.
The 10 Most Disliked Batman Characters, Ranked
Since debuting in 1939 within the pages of Detective Comics #27, Batman has amassed a huge roster of supporting characters and foes that make up his Bat-Family and nefarious rogues gallery. While many friends and enemies have passed through the panels of DC's Dark Knight titles, some have been more well-received than others.
10 Strongest DC Villains Wolverine Can Beat
Marvel's claw-wielding, tough-talking mutant Wolverine has taken on countless foes across the Marvel Universe since his Hulk-battling debut in 1974. Coming out on top more often than not, the cigar-munching member of the X-Men has proved himself to be one of the most dangerous characters in all of Marvel.
10 Strongest DC Heroes Wolverine Can Beat
Wolverine is equipped with an unparalleled healing factor, a skeleton made of indestructible Adamantium, and razor-sharp, retractable claws. Those qualities has made Wolverine Marvel's favorite rough-talking, no-nonsense lethal force for decades. With a power-set that make him almost invincible, arguments over who he can and cannot defeat within the world of comic books have abounded for almost as long as the character himself.
10 Game Franchises Where Prequels Improved The Series
The history of video games is rife with examples of brilliant prequels, sequels, spin-offs, and side stories. One of the best things about the medium is its ability to tell large, overarching stories spanning multiple games over a long time. Prequels, however, are often invaluable ways to bring an extra understanding of what drives the characters that players have come to love.
Spider-Man 2: 10 Ways We're Worried It's Too Soon For A Third Solo Spidey Game
With the recent announcement that Insomniac Games are working on a follow-up to their incredibly successful and well-loved ps4/ps5 games, 2018s Spider-Man and 2020s Spider-Man: Miles Morales, fans can't wait to see what they have in store for them. Speculation runs rife with what villains will be doing battle against the duo of web-slingers, with the much asked for Venom already teased.
5 Sigourney Weaver Characters Ellen Ripley Would Respect (& 5 She Wouldn't)
Sigourney Weaver's role as the iconic Xenomorph-battling Ellen Ripley from the Alien franchise has made her not only one of the biggest stars in action and sci-fi but also a worldwide phenomenon. Released at a time when it was rare to see such a butt-kicking, strong woman on screen, Weaver helped change the cinema landscape and the roles that women could portray.
5 Sylvester Stallone Characters John Rambo Would Respect (& 5 He Wouldn't)
Sylvester Stallone's iconic hero John Rambo has been a constant and long-running fixture in Hollywood for almost 40 years. Since first appearing in 1982's First Blood, audiences have watched Rambo transcend from a downtrodden and harassed Vietnam veteran to an explosive, over the top action star. While Stallone has had a long and successful career in Hollywood, it is arguably for his portrayal as John Rambo that he is most recognized for.
10 Most Iconic Batman Panels In DC Comics
For over 80 years, Batman has prowled the streets and rooftops of Gotham City as its Dark Knight. He's protected Gotham's citizens from innumerable threats and menaces over the years – from standard street thugs to super-powered villains that strike fear into the hearts of those who call Gotham City home. With any long-running, iconic character, there are numerous appearances throughout various mediums that have gone down in history.
10 Reasons It's Better To Release Horror Movies During The Summer
Horror movies, while most associated with the dark, the sinister, and the terrifying, are an evergreen genre of cinema that can work as well during the bright summer months as they can during the closely associated season of Halloween. Indeed, a successful horror film can see audiences run screaming from theatre screens no matter what time of year it is, but there have been many examples that prove they work even better when the nights are short, and the days are long.
Clerks 3: 5 Ways Dante Should End Up With Becky (& 5 He Should Reunite With Veronica)
With the recently revealed cast list for Kevin Smith's upcoming Clerks sequel, fan speculation has been running wild with how the inclusion of both Rosario Dawson as Becky Scott and Marilyn Ghigliotti as Veronica Loughran will tie in with the film's plot. A return of two love interests for series protagonist Dante Hicks—a man seemingly always stuck in the middle of a love triangle—is a prospect as exciting as it is tantalizing.
10 Things You Didn't Know About Hawkeye
Since first appearing in Tales of Suspense #57 in 1964, Hawkeye is one of the most consistently popular characters in the entire Marvel Universe. From his athletic, bow-wielding combat prowess to his many roles within important and status quo altering events, Clint Barton has been at the forefront of readers' minds for decades.
10 Best Marvel Comics Everyone Should Be Reading Right Now
The last 12 months have seen many brilliant titles released by Marvel Comics from a host of incredible creative teams that have pushed the medium to a level of quality that will no doubt make this year one to remember. Whether it has been successful relaunches of titles or continuations of fan-favorite series, there has been something for everyone.
10 Best DC Comics Everyone Should Be Reading Right Now
DC Comics have had a great year so far in terms of their output. While the industry as a whole still suffers from delays and paper shortages due to the ongoing pandemic, this has done nothing to affect the quality of the work that the talented creators at the company have been releasing.
8 DC Villains Who Actually Scared Batman (& How)
Batman is synonymous with fear; from his tactics at instilling terror into the hearts of criminals throughout Gotham City, to the many villains that make up his vast rogues gallery. There are few heroes at DC that are as closely connected to horror as the Dark Knight. While The Caped Crusader himself may be a beacon of dread to all those who oppose him, there have been many instances where he has been on the receiving end.
Marvel: 8 New Things We Learned From The Alien Comic
Phillip Kennedy Johnson and Salvador Larroca's recent Alien title for Marvel Comics is off with a bang. After many years of the license resting comfortably in the hands of Dark Horse, Disney's acquisition of 20th Century Fox means that Marvel is now free to begin their own, brand-new title based on Ridley Scott's iconic horror/sci-fi franchise.
10 DC Characters That Batman Always Loses To
Within the canon of the DC Universe, few characters can stand toe-to-toe with Batman. For over 80 years, the Caped Crusader has enthralled audiences with his razor-sharp detective abilities, unparalleled combat prowess, and combat knowledge that are almost second to none. In such a long and storied history, however, there have been a few instances of characters getting the better of him.
Friday The 13th: 10 Things That Make No Sense About Camp Crystal Lake
With the news that the lawsuit between original Friday the 13th writer Victor Miller and director/producer Sean S. Cunningham over the rights to the series is making progress, fans are once again beginning to get excited at the prospect of seeing another entry in the beloved, iconic slasher franchise. Throughout the years, there have been many stories set upon the blood-drenched shores of Camp Crystal Lake.
Clerks 3: The 7 Characters Confirmed So Far (& 3 That Need To Be)
Now that filming has wrapped on the latest installment in Kevin Smith's signature Clerks franchise, fans across the world await to see who will return for this newest, third entry. With a cast of characters that spans multiple film entries across the connected "View Askewniverse," there are many favorites that fans hope to see make a return. While the principal cast has already been released, there are still many characters yet to be revealed.
10 Must-Read Horror Comics That Break Genre Norms
Horror and comics have been tightly connected ever since the pre-code days of the early 20th century. Loved by readers, but despised by parents the world over, their content was highly censored until the dissolution of the comic code—upon which point all bets were off. There have been countless definitive horror titles within the comic book medium, but not all have experimented with the tropes of the genre as well as much as others.
Marvel: The 8 Most Terrifying Moments From The Alien Comic
Since acquiring 21st Century Fox in 2019, the Alien license has sat comfortably in the hands of Disney. With Marvel also resting under the umbrella of their parent company, and for the first time since 1988, a new company has owned the rights to publish comic books based on the iconic sci-fi/horror franchise since Dark Horse originally began their run over 30 years ago.
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