Elseworlds stories may work in comics, but throwing multiple disconnected timelines into DC’s cinematic relaunch is a recipe for disaster. If everything is “what if,” then nothing matters—and the audience won’t stick around to figure it out.
James Gunn and Kevin Feige Are Rebooting Their Childhoods
Superman and Fantastic Four are embracing Silver Age nostalgia, but for who? With flying dogs, surprise babies, and '60s throwback vibes, it feels less like a revival and more like two Gen-X creatives working through a midlife crisis—dragging audiences into a version of comic book history they may not even want.
The Clock Is Ticking for Pattinson’s Batman at DC Studios
James Gunn says Batman is his “biggest issue” in building the DCU—but it’s not just creative frustration, it’s a brewing power struggle. With Matt Reeves dragging his feet on The Batman Part II, Gunn is running out of patience and time. And while Superman might kick off this new universe, it’s Batman who really holds it together—and Gunn knows it.
James Gunn Is Half-Right About Why Movies Are Dying
James Gunn says the movie industry is dying because studios keep filming without finished scripts—but that’s only half the story. From improv-heavy classics like Iron Man to the rising cost of a single IMAX ticket, the real problem runs deeper than screenplays. It's about value, spontaneity, and a film culture that's pricing itself into irrelevance.
The Search for More Money Is Over: Spaceballs 2 Is Happening
Spaceballs 2 is finally real. Mel Brooks returns at 98 alongside Bill Pullman and Rick Moranis in a sequel that dares to parody every Hollywood franchise choking the industry. But without Barf or Dot Matrix, can it still hold the Schwartz?
Andor Proves Star Wars is NOT for Kids Anymore (And That’s a Good Thing)
Forget lightsabers and chosen ones—Andor proves Star Wars isn't just for kids anymore. This gripping prequel throws out the nostalgia bait and delivers a bleak, brilliant take on rebellion, radicalization, and resistance. And it might just be the most grown-up thing the galaxy has ever produced.
Why “Fan Service Is Poison” Is a Lazy Hot Take
Christopher McQuarrie thinks fan service is poison—but his own movies are drenched in it. From Mission: Impossible callbacks to Marvel’s absurd “no more homework” claims, here’s why fan service isn’t toxic—it’s the seasoning that makes franchises matter.
IMAX Ghosted Jurassic World: Rebirth — Let’s Talk About Why
Jurassic World: Rebirth is skipping IMAX, and it’s not just a scheduling fluke — it’s a signal. In 2025, if you’re not filming for the format, you’re not getting the format. What used to be a guaranteed spectacle has become a litmus test for effort — and this dino reboot didn’t make the cut.
The $500M Weekend That Proves Theaters Aren’t Dead—They’ve Evolved
Half a billion dollars in one weekend. Not bad for an industry everyone keeps insisting is dying. But the real story isn’t just the money—it’s how theaters are transforming into premium-first, event-driven experiences. From Sinners to Stitch, audiences are choosing spectacle, scale, and nostalgia over originality—and studios are more than happy to oblige.
James Gunn Is Willy Wonka, and Krypto Is the Golden Ticket
James Gunn just gave Superman the Willy Wonka treatment—literally. DC’s latest stunt hides golden dog biscuits in reprints of Adventure Comics #210, giving fans a chance to attend the Superman movie premiere. It’s clever, nostalgic, and maybe just a little desperate.
