Tag Archives: 20th Century Fox

Review: Logan (2017)

Posted on March 6, 2017 by Sam Sewell-Peterson

The title LOGAN is a mission statement. Finally, after six (full) movies filled with claw-popping, re-treads and contradictory flashbacks we are asking who he is. We know he was born James Howlett, served in the military and as a mercenary, … Continue reading →

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Passing Thoughts: Spider-Physics and a Case of Mistaken Identity

Posted on September 8, 2016 by Sam Sewell-Peterson

I have this physicist friend and the other day we were talking in the pub about nuclear fusion, like you do. My mind went straight to the scene in SPIDER-MAN 2 where Doc Ock attempts such an experiment to create … Continue reading →

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Review Embargoes: A Catch-22 for All Involved

Posted on September 13, 2015 by Sam Sewell-Peterson

To embargo or not to embargo? That is the question. Whether gagging journalists’ criticisms pre-release or simply not showing anyone your product before the big day, it’s a major concern for film studios and their flagship blockbuster products, not to … Continue reading →

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Review: Fantastic Four (2015)

Posted on August 9, 2015 by Sam Sewell-Peterson

“A year ago I had a fantastic version of this. And it would have received great reviews. You’ll probably never see it. That’s reality though.” – Josh Trank, 6 August 2015 The above was posted by FANTASTIC FOUR director Josh … Continue reading →

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The Next Stage in Superhero Movie Evolution?

Posted on April 16, 2014 by Sam Sewell-Peterson

What’s being called the final trailer for X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST made its debut online yesterday. From what we witness in just over 2 minutes, we’re in for something pretty darn spectacular. Logan/Wolverine (Hugh Jackman) is our plot anchor … Continue reading →

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