And just like that, one half of new head of DC Studios, James Gunn took to social media to announce their road map for the next several years thereby also consolidating its universe for films, TV streaming and comicbooks. No longer will there be differently confusing Batmen and alternate versions of characters under one roof. From non-Henry Cavill Superman to animated Creature Commandos to Authority anti-heros, this primary "phase" has been labeled, Chapter 1: Gods and Monsters. Even for the cynic, many hope we will get fresh solid storytellings enough to rival Kevin Feige's MCU. Let's wait and see.
Black Adam Spoiler Review and More...
Since the mid 2000s, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, then dubbed "the most electrifying man in sports entertainment" had been attached to the project, Black Adam. For many, Black Adam is an unknown whereas for comic book fans he is in DC Comics, SHAZAM!'s chief antagonist, poweful enough even to match the likes of Superman. Forward to late 2022, the project finally comes to fruition in a worldwode cinematic release, all the while Warner Bros ushers in new leadership to its rebranded division DC Studios (formerly DC Films), headed by Marvel Studio veterans, James Gunn and Peter Safran. TBC_afp reviews The Rock's new movie and get into how some of the sausage is made. Also in this episode: HENRY CAVILL IS BACK AS SUPERMAN!
Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania trailer, MCU's Wonder Man, More Andor and Tales of the Jedi.
San Diego Comic Con 2022
Given the events and announcements that took place July 21- 24 2022 at San Diego Comic Con, We of TBC_afp felt obligated to cover some of these biggest stories. From Kevin Feige's brief look into the immediate MCU future or multiverse futures to the DC Cinematic Universes' not so surprising presence, we are going to get into some drooling or not so mouth watering discussions.
#endpicardelderabuseno
The Batman (Spoiler Review)
In the immortal parodied words of Alfred Pennyworth, well not really, more like an exchange between British comedians, Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon from the 2014 film The Trip to Italy, we get a tickling Michael Caine impersonation-off exchange that went like this: "I'm not going to bury 'nother Batman!" "Another Batman? How many Batman(s) has he been burying?" Which in reflection hilariously sums up most sentiments from when WB announced in 2019 yet another Batman would be cast for a standalone movie this time directed by Matt Reeves to be set apart from Zack Synder's Batman portrayed by Ben Affleck. This time Robert Pattinson, of Twilight Saga fame, would be cast as the Dark Knight and already fans either felt optimistically cautious or flat out unsure how this project would pan out. As of current having enjoyed being at the top of the box office for only a month, The Batman sits at $676 million and counting, still not quite what Spider-Man No Way Home has accomplished but time will tell. And what do we think? Here's a Riddle: I can be tuned for conversation but not like a piano nor radio. What am I?
#apodcast
#thebatman #robertpattinson #zoekravitz #colinfarrell #jeffreywright #batman #dccinematicuniverse
Richard Donner #RIP
The Godfather of modern Superhero/ comicbook movie genre, Richard Donner directed Superman The Movie in 1978 starring Christopher Reeve. The follow up sequel Superman II lead to a departure by the director due to creative differences resulting in a lesser treatment only for the director’s cut to be released in later years. He was Zack Snyder before there was Zack Synder and the embodiment blueprint to what Kevin Feige envisioned for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Every comicbook movie traces its DNA to Donner. Donner and his wife were were also producers on Bryan Singer’s X-Men and directed other little known movies such as The Omen, The Goonies and launched a small film franchise called Lethal Weapon. Donner’s impact on Hollywood filmmaking shall remain undeniable. #RIP
Zack Snyder’s Justice League Spoiler Discussion
Second chances or perhaps fluke miracles could be used to describe Zack Snyder’s Justice League, the direct-to-HBO Max’s streaming 4 hour original director’s cut of the flopped 2017 theatrical version, bringing together for the very first time, DC Comic’s superheroes to the big screen. This unexpected opportunity is a clear revelation to both fanboys and critics whether Synder merits creative vindication or not. Join TBC_apf and guests as they deep dive into this released cut. #Apokolipsnow
Hello 2021!
After a hiatus of proportions critical to the American identity, the intrepid crew TBC_afp crawled out of the fallout rubble to bring back nerd normalcy. Inaugurating a new year, though tiptoeing on eggshells due to the still raging global pandemic, we hope in continuing celebration of all things sci-fi, comicbook and geekdom culture. Let’s do this 2021!
#nomoremutants #lifeisgoodbutitcouldbebetter
Chadwick Boseman (November 29, 1976 - August 28, 2020)
As the recent death of Chadwick Boseman (August 28, 2020) has garnered messages of loss and mourning from celebrities and fan admirers, we here at TBC_afp felt it necessary to drop our originally planned content to address the life, work and impact from what is now, a legend in the making. #ChadwickBoseman #RIP #WAKANDAFOREVER
Joker Spoiler Review (Part 2)
Continuing conversation review of Joker (Starring Joachin Phoenix, Directed by Todd Phillips).
#psychokiller
Joker Spoiler Review + Bonus: Star Wars Rise of Skywalker Trailer
Originally not intended as a point of interest for 2019, We of TBC_afp have turned a complete 180 and were completely surprised by Joker, the now blockbuster stand alone directed by Todd Phillips (The Hangover) and starring Joachin Phoenix, with a tour de force portrayal of Gotham’s Clown Prince of Crime. Yet, in review of the film comes with thought provoking conversation a plenty.
#psychokiller
Spidey Back In MCU & More…
Spidey Back In MCU and More…
When we last left young Tom Holland, amidst in internet gossip surrounding the divorce between Sony & Marvel Studios, his fate was uncertain. Without 2 months having past, surprisingly, Mom & Dad made up and all became well again for Holland, who rumors have pointed as the negotiating agent thereby once again stirring up more internet gossip. TBC, offers their view on what ensued as Spidey was given another dose of life within the MCU.
Bonus News: Crisis on Infinite CWs, A New Hope of Feige.
#backinthemcu
AVENGERS: ENDGAME (SPOILER REVIEW)
As it’s currently reached the billion dollar behemoth status, Avengers: Endgame, sequel to Avengers: Infinity War (both directed by brothers, Anthony and Joe Russo) is the stamped culmination marking 11 years of cinematic triump and world building by Marvel Studios. With great pleasure and delight, TBC_afp reviews this massive film chronicling World’s Mightiest Heroes, thus closing a monumental chapter yet making room for some new stories… until next time we hear the battlecry: #AVENGERSASSEMBLE
SHAZAM! (Spoiler Review)
A famous writer once penned the line “What's in a name? That which we call a rose; By any other name would smell as sweet” in order to evoke the idea that what really counts isn’t just how a thing is labeled. Rather that true heroic significance and character comes from within or that our actions define us. In SHAZAM!, starring Zachary Levi as DC Comic’s sometimes anti-Superman analog and child’s-eye-view superhero commentary (commonly know through the source material as Captain Marvel), WB/ DC Cinematic Universe attempts to deliver at the Box Office again at the wake of Aqua-success, The World's Mightiest Mortal. Follow TBC_afp as they take that leap of faith and call out SHAZAM!
#holymoley
Aquaman (Spoiler Review)
What do you get when you combine Lord of the Rings, Star Wars and Splash together ? Hopefully not just an epic food fight at Red Lobster, of course. Nevertheless, The TBC Fanboy Heroes Three (trademark pending) deep dive into DC Cinematic Universe’s latest continuing underwater saga and closing in on $1 billion box office hit, AQUAMAN.
#redlobster #wetthor #happynewyear
New Segment: WHY NOT??!!! December 11, 2018
While we at TBC_afp had zero intention of recording an episode, some trailers dropped and we decided… (see title). So present to you a new segment series covering your fanboy passions bits and pieces.
#KreeRoyalewithCheese
Stan Lee (In Memoriam, 1922-2018) November 27, 2018.
HEY, TRUE BELIEVERS! IN CASE YOU MISSED IT, HERE’S A REMARKABLE ASTONISHING TALE OF A JEWISH KID FROM THE BRONX WHO GREW UP TO CO-CREATE SOME OF THE GREATEST SUPERHEROES EVER KNOWN AND BECAME, TO MANY, AN UNCANNY LEGENDARY ICON SYNONYMOUS WITH COMIC BOOKS. GRAB A CHAIR, HAVE A SEAT AND HEAR THE INCREDIBLE STORY OF STAN LEE!
#Excelsior #MakeMineMarvel
In The News & Special Guest: David Thomas April 3, 2018
The boys of TBC_afp sit down with David Thomas, journalist, writer, musician and founder of Danger Comics Corp in discussion about on all things comics, comics book film genre & Rock & Roll.
If Thor leaves Mjolnir on Thano’s helicopter, will it fly? Talk amongst yourselves.
#dangercomicscorp #coffeetalk
Batman: Road To Justice Part 4
Riddle me this? What do Morgan Freeman from Lean on Me, Mr. Bates from Downton Abbey and almost eight decades of fictional history have in common? Well, the answer is “Batman”, of course, but that doesn’t mean you ought to be shoving Spaghetti into any (“Bat”) Computer in the name of detective work.
Join TBC a fanboy podcast & friends for an in-depth round table Bat-discussion exploring the heroics, romanticism & complex character profile of DC Comics’ flagship property.
What will be revealed? That Batman really does sit home to wash his tights? The truth behind Schumacher’s “nipplegate”? Or that Calendar Man will get his own full featured film? Sit tight, get comfortable with some Bat-milk and cookies (yes, the same ones from Scooby Doo) and tune in for a great Bat-Time.
#martha