Henry Cavill spoke to the press before the Paris World Premiere of MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE FALLOUT. Check out his take on the filmmaking process.
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MY HERO ACADEMIA Episode 54 Review: “Shiketsu High Lurking”
MY HERO ACADEMIA digs into the action of the hero examination, putting our heroes on the ropes. Midoriya and the others struggle to stay in the game, as the other schools gun for them. This episode has a hearty amount of action, though not as much as you might expect from a mid-exam episode. It’s mostly a mini-showcase for a few extra antagonists. That said, it’s still a fun and exciting episode that gives us plenty character building.
There are some cool new antagonists introduced, but their intros are a little talk-heavy. As Midoriya says to Camie Utsushimi, “you sure talk a lot.” Utsushimi gets a great battle with Midoriya, but it feels a bit slow with their mid-battle chats. There’s also the second student who tries to trick Midoriya by shape-shifting. All she does is talk about her general fascination of Midoriya, which is already the main trait of other characters. MY HERO ACADEMIA has a world full of interesting students, but this episode isn’t the best showcase of them.
It’s also strange how few Shiketsu High students take center stage in this episode. Utsushimi certainly gives Midoriya a fight, but she’s the only real “lurker.” There is an awesome Yoarashi scene when he becomes the first student to pass, but that’s not enough to make this a Shiketsu-centric episode. Most of the action we see comes from the Ketsubutsu students, a nameless new class, and a nameless shape-shifter. The lack of Shiketsu students isn’t bad, but it’s confusing. Why did MY HERO ACADEMIA draw our attention to Shiketsu in the episode title? Just how much trouble will the Shiketsu students cause for Class 1-A?
This episode is especially strong because of the spotlight on Midoriya. MY HERO ACADEMIA uses the episode to explore Midoriya’s evolution as a hero. As he meets new students from other schools, he switches up his style, and doesn’t throw himself into combat recklessly. Additionally, this episode focuses on Midoriya’s passion for heroes and Quirks. Even in the heat of battle, Midoriya gets distracted because of his fascination with the other students. Midoriya’s love for heroes is the passion that drives MY HERO ACADEMIA. There’s a reason Midoriya is such a strong protagonist, and this episode really lets him shine.
It’s also interesting to see how Class 1-A compares to other schools. Ms. Joke’s comment to Eraserhead is an important framework for the exam. As powerful as the U.A. students are, and as much action as they’ve seen, they’re not unbeatable. Out of the 100 students who will pass, no 1-A students make it within the fist 50. Midoriya has one of his targets hit, which means passing the exam isn’t a sure thing. Even Todoroki has some trouble with a new class of students. The Class 1-A students are tough, but they’re clearly inexperienced, and that may cost them. MY HERO ACADEMIA makes it clear the stakes are real – it’s very likely that not every hero we’ve come to love will pass the exam.
Overall, this is a solid episode of MY HERO ACADEMIA. Midoriya is a strong character, and his development anchors the episode. Not all the new heroes are super compelling, but they all have potential. It will be fun to see how the series introduces more heroes, and how many will pass the exam. This episode gives us just enough action to keep up momentum for this latest chapter in the show.
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Star Wars Episode IX Will Feature Mark Hamill And Carrie Fisher
Yes, it is really happening. The Force is strong with Star Wars.
What’s more, Episode IX will be a swan song for Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, and the Skywalker saga.
According to reports, Hamill is going to reprise his role as Luke Skywalker. The film will also include footage of the late Fisher as General Leia Organa. She passed in 2016.
In an interview, director J.J. Abrams says they had no plans to create a digital Leia or recast the role.
“We desperately loved Carrie Fisher,” he says. “Finding a truly satisfying conclusion to the Skywalker saga without her eluded us. We were never going to recast, or use a CG character. With the support and blessing from her daughter, Billie [Lourd], we have found a way to honor Carrie’s legacy and role as Leia in Episode IX by using unseen footage we shot together in Episode VII.”
While Luke did die in The Last Jedi, there is a strong possibility he could become a Force ghost. In doing so, Mark Hamill can return to the franchise in the way Alec Guinness reprised his role as Obi-Wan Kenobi. It is still too early to say how the filmmakers will deal with Leia’s final fate.
Episode IX also stars Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Adam Driver, Oscar Isaac, Kelly Marie Tran, Lupita N’yongo, Billie Lourd, and Joonas Suotamo. Naomi Ackie, Keri Russell and Richard E. Grant will join the film as new characters. Star Wars veterans Anthony Daniels and Billy Dee Williams will reprise their roles as C3PO and Lando Calrissian, respectively.
In addition, composer John Williams will return to compose the film’s score. This will mark his ninth time as composer in the Star Wars franchise.
Episode IX will be in theatres on December 19th, 2019.
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DC Comics Rapid 🔥🔥🔥 Recap For The Week Of July 25, 2018
DOOMSDAY CLOCK #6 finally drops, JUSTICE LEAGUE DARK #1 kicks off a new team, and TEEN TITANS #20 gives villains nightmares all in this week’s RAPID FIRE RECAP!
Almost every DC Comic, cliffhanger, and plot twist released the week of July 25, 2018, is going to get SPOILED ROTTEN! Turn back now, unless you’re done reading for the week OR you simply just don’t care. Too read our full reviews click on the title of the issue.
FROM THE WEEK OF JULY 28, 2018
DOOMSDAY CLOCK #6
Marionette and Mime’s backstory was revealed. They’re both nuts! The villains have a secret meet and greet, and the Joker “possibly kills” the Comedian.
ACTION COMICS #1001
Someone who can turn into a red smoke cloud may be starting the fires with a bunch of other guys who like to hang out in lead tanks. Some little boy was bribed with $300 to say Superman started the fires. Hey kid, go higher next times!
FLASH #51
Wally goes to the Sanctuary. Not the song by THE CULT. That song called “She Sells Sanctuary.” No; this Sanctuary is run by Tom King.
HAL JORDAN AND THE GREEN LANTERN CORPS #49
Hector Hammond breaks the psionic link to the Darkstars while John Stewart somehow blocks the Darkstars teleportation abilities with his college degree. Tomar-Tu and Hal Jordan end the issue fighting it out until issue 50.
JUSTICE LEAGUE DARK #1
Wonder Woman recruits a team to help fix magic (not the card game) and sets up their new clubhouse under the Hall of Justice. Detective Chimp, Man-Bat, Zatanna, and Swamp Thing currently make up the roster while Constantine was basically blackballed.
DETECTIVE COMICS #985
Batman created Karma back in the day, and now he’s getting his revenge because Karma’s a $&@#! Readers also find out that his mask can read minds. Then, Karma kidnaps kids and threatens to kill them unless Batman trades his “kids” for them.
THE TERRIFICS #6
The Terrifics escape the Elemental Realm using the Orb of Ra and Doctor Dread makes an appearance as the villain who’s been pulling the strings behind the scenes since day one.
TEEN TITANS #20
Robin and the new Teen Titans take down Brother Blood. However, Robin is capturing his villains and basically holding them hostage in his dungeon-basement. Teen Titans TORTURE!
WONDER WOMAN #51
Wonder Woman talks to Mayfly in prison 51 times because it’s issue 51. The issue ends with her landing the invisible jet to talk to her for the 52nd time. Yup.
Well, that’s a wrap for this week. What books did you enjoy this week? Comment below or hit me up on Twitter @dispatchdcu
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Review: EIGHTH GRADE Is Exactly The Coming Of Age Movie Our World Needs
Bo Burnham’s Eighth Grade perfectly captures the Snapchat-driven Instagram like seeking identity crisis that is being an adolescent.
The film’s attention to detail was incredibly staggering and brought levels of authenticity commonly found in any number of documentaries. What unfolds on screen may be shocking, but relatable to parents with kids in either middle or high school, but for most, it’s a heartbreaking look at the pressures and temptations facing these children.
The film centers around the last week of eighth grade for Kayla Day (Elsie Fisher) and her frantic realization that she hadn’t achieved all she’d hoped for in middle school. At the beginning, Kayla had set out to be social and make plenty of new friends while still keeping her grades up. Instead, she never set out to do those things to make new friends and was rather quiet thus causing her classmates to award her the superlative “Most Quiet.”
Rather than seek to open up more in high school, she proceeds to act differently in the hopes of gaining acceptance among her peers. She tries socializing with the two most popular girls in school even though they are beyond rude towards her. Kayla starts being forward with a guy in her class, so maybe she can finally have a boyfriend. In the midst of this continuous compromising, her father, played by Josh Hamilton, tries being the calm, relatable single parent rather than just being her father which comes across as annoying.
Writer/director Bo Burnham’s narrative is teeming with heart and encapsulates those turbulent transitional years. One of the numerous shining moments in Eighth Grade was how Burham framed the father as feeling so helpless at times while Kayla goes through this roller coaster of emotions we all know as growing up. Her father’s use of an app to keep track of everything which irritated Kayla was a nice touch as well.
There were also plenty of awkward moments which typify those middle school years. Perhaps my favorite was how she was practicing making out on her hand while looking at a picture of the class jerk she had a crush on only to be walked in on by her dad. An awkward moment for sure, which they made even better by altering their speech pattern, pausing every other word.
There were also some very poignant moments which stood out as well. Kayla at one point asks her father if he thinks that she’s a disappointment and his answer was something you’d wish every dad would say to their daughters. Burnham’s narrative for Eighth Grade embodies the adolescent experience for both parents and their children.
The pacing in the film was excellent. Andrew Wehde’s cinematography was incredibly jarring and up close which enhanced the tone of the piece. By keeping the shots tight on Kayla all of her imperfections and emotions were on full display. Every element of this film just seamlessly was woven in with one another creating a fully realized final product.
Elise Fisher’s portrayal was a delicious combination of angst, envy, doubt, joy, and fear channeled into a character who longed for a direction and acceptance from others. If Burnham’s words provided the structure for Eighth Grade, then Fisher’s performance was it’s heart and soul. My favorite moments in the film involved Kayla’s use of body language and how just a simple adjustment of posture or a glance downward can mean so much.
Overall, Eighth Grade is the quintessential film about growing up in an ever-changing world where how many views on a YouTube video is enough to shatter some peoples self-esteem. Burnham and Fisher are continuing this trend in 2018 of young filmmakers making a profound impact on social issues and likely on during awards season as well.
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Fox Shareholders Vote In Favour Of Disney Sale
One of the biggest business deals is going through.
Shareholders have given the go-ahead for Disney to buy 20th Century Fox’s film and television divisions.
According to reports, the shareholders of Fox did vote in favour of the acquisition. Disney will pay $71.3 billion to buy Fox’s film and tv divisions. Recently, Comcast did try to make a competing bid but chose to back down in favour of pursuing Sky network.
The Fantastic Four, X-Men and Deadpool will appear in the Marvel Cinematic Universe in the future. This also means Disney will own the theatrical and distribution rights of all Star Wars. They will also be in control of A New Hope, as Fox held the copyright after the 2012 sale of Lucasfilm.
Other titles in Fox’s film library include the Alien, Planet of the Apes, Avatar, Die Hard, Predator, Home Alone, and Ice Age series.
There are still a few matters to be cleared, however. Before the deal goes through, Disney needs to sell 22 regional networks, as per the Department of Justice’s orders. The sale of these networks will likely take place through the remainder of 2018 and into next year.
The Wall Street Journal reveals Disney will also acquire Fox’s television library. Such titles include The Simpsons, Family Guy and Bob’s Burgers. These shows could likely switch over to the ABC network, Hulu or FX.
Fans of Fox Searchlight will be happy. According to The Wall Street Journal, Disney will likely keep the division running, so as to provide content for Hulu streaming.
In recent years, Fox Searchlight has came up with great films like Birdman, The Revenant and The Shape of Water. All of said films won Academy Awards. Years earlier, Disney did release adult, edgy films via Miramax, so it would be great to see the company making arthouse movies again.
The deal is to be complete by 2019.
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What Can We Expect To See In The JUMANJI Sequel
In 2017, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle was a huge success, generating a billion dollars at the box office. The film modernised the concept of Jumanji but paid a huge tribute to the late Robin Williams, who starred in the original Jumanji film in 1995. A sequel to Welcome to the Jungle is expected to further impress. So, what can we expect?
You could be trapped on your smartphone
The actual concept of Jumanji could change again in the new film. Sony modernized Jumanji in Welcome to the Jungle by using a video game, and there’s a good chance they will look to evolve the concept further. One way this could happen is by having Jumanji take place on smartphones, and it will trap gamers that way. Welcome to the Jungle seemed to finish very quickly, having smartphones as the way gamers are trapped gives the writers so many different options for where the story could go. The actors could step into the game and be animated versions of themselves. Other applications could be available for gamers to download that will give them special powers, help or tips to assist with during the game, such as the ability to buy more characters, which could be accrued during the game.
Games to play
Tying in with the previous one, having Jumanji on smartphones means that the movie could be adapted and released on phones for gamers to enjoy in real life and to try and re-create the Jumanji experience. An app was released in 2017 following the release of Welcome to the Jungle, featuring characters inspired by the ones in the movie. The online casino Unibet has an incredibly fun Jumanji slot game based on the film, with features such as Sticky Vines, Monsoon Wilds, Monkey Mayhem and Wild Stampede. If the new Jumanji film involves playing the game on smartphones, this gives developers a great opportunity to try and re-create the action in the film fully licensed with all the actors. The growth of Virtual Reality makes it likely that any future Jumanji games will have it incorporated, allowing gamers to step into Jumanji and experience a full 360 degrees view of it.
Original cast members will return
The cast from Welcome to the Jungle is expected to return and reprise their roles in the sequel. Confirmed so far is Dwayne Johnson, who announced the sequel on Instagram. Karen Gillan is hinting at a return, stating “I would really be intrigued to see who is playing the game this time around, assuming that they will choose different players to get stuck in the game, then maybe we can all play completely different characters.” The director of Welcome to the Jungle, Jake Kasdan, is returning with writers William Teitler and Matt Tolmach. Jack Black and Kevin Hart have also reportedly signed up for the sequel.
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The Glaring Thread In The Ending Of KILL LA KILL: An Anime Abstract
What is the biggest problem which comes after the final battle in Kill La Kill? After you have enjoyed enough Manga and Anime you are able to read between the lines and can see a detail or two another may have missed. Through this and other detailed evidence you are able to piece together what really happened in a particular series. This results in an abstract idea, a thought which doesn’t have a physical existence but can be speculated. Welcome to Anime Abstract.
SPOILERS For KILL LA KILL
After a chaotic and desperate battle, Ryuko was able to defeat Ragyo Kiryuin and the menace of the Life Fibers. The threat of the alien parasites which presented itself as simple thread had come to a close. The final scenes of the show showcase a world of peace. This is a juxtapose to the totalitarian society seen previously in the show where the entire city (and later the world) was under the thumb of Honnouji academy. It is here where the major concern comes to light.
With the threat of the Life Fiber in the past the world evolved into a society reflecting the modern world of today. This the part of Kill La Kill which is hard to swallow. School uniforms granting superpowers and aliens which will take over people through clothing is easy enough to accept. It’s anime. Crazy stuff happens all the time the audience has no choice but to accept. An ending though which wants to show the happy go lucky world which came after an alien invasion seems a bit too forced.
After the events of the Life Fiber attacks society returned to semi-normal complete with everyone wearing non-alien clothing. This the part of the anime which seems to not display the proper consequences of such an attack. After the events with the Life Fiber and clothing trying to take over the world the human race wouldn’t be so quick to cloak themselves again. Individuals would suffer from a case of PTSD on a global scale.
Thought many have heard it before here is a quick definition. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) “is a disorder that develops in some people who have experienced a shocking, scary, or dangerous event.” Normally, this isn’t simple an everyday fright but one which is deep or very haunting like say the death of a loved or in the case of Kill La Kill, surviving an alien invasion.
Many people throughout the world would have struggled with PTSD after the events of the Life Fiber invasion. They would not have been so quick to adapt to a clothing based society. It is even more odd when you realize who participated in such an uncharacteristic change.
In episode 25, an OVA episode released in Japan on the 9th Blu-ray, we see a adventure which takes place in the series after the battle with Ragyo and before the epilogue credits in episode 24. In the course of this OVA, members of the resistance movement, Nudist Beach, Aikuro Mikisugi and Tsumugu Kinagase are revealed to have totally recommitted back into clothing based society. Considering they were instrumental behind the moment, you would think they would be the first to continue some kind of anti-clothing lifestyle. Maybe even start some kind of clinic to help others suffering from PTSD related to the Life Fiber invasion.
Unfortunately, this doesn’t come to pass. The world has no problem going back to wearing clothing despite an alien invasion based entirely around a fashion oriented plan of attack. You have to admit, once you think about it, there should at least be some individual who would be triggered by the thought of having to wear a business suit again.
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Justin Theroux Had A Great Time Playing A Spy In THE SPY WHO DUMPED ME
Justin Theroux was at Westwood Village Theater in Los Angeles Wednesday night for the world premiere of THE SPY WHO DUMPED ME. Check out what he had to say.
The action comedy hits theaters on August 3.
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MULTIPLE MAN #2 Review: Rosenberg’s Multi-talented Time Travel Trek
Matthew Rosenberg keeps his hot streak going in MULTIPLE MAN #2 with his comedic banter and over-the-top time travel insanity. Who are these four other people in the X-mansion? Why is Jamie traveling through time? Will any of this zany adventure make sense when this issue is done? Let’s find out!
WRITTEN BY: Matthew Rosenberg
ART BY: Andy MacDonald
COLORS: Tamra Bonvillain
LETTERS: Travis Lanham
WARNING SPOILERS AHEAD!!!
MULTIPLE MAN #2 SPOILERS TOO!
Summary
Jamie Madrox, as well as his four superpowered duplicates, jump through time 15 years into the future where ANOTHER Jamie Madrox is ruling over the world as Emperor on a thrown of skulls. Is it “our” Jamie that’s the evil dictator or a different duplicate? Beats me. Hopefully, Rosenberg will clue readers in at some point.
Next, our five superpowered Jamies save this little boy from other evil duplicates that appear to be patrolling the city. To show his thanks, the boy takes him to the Resistance. This Rebellion is lead by a 15 year old boy named Davey Miller, who happens to be Jamie Madrox Prime’s son. The Resistance is made up of Davey, Forge, and about 11 Jamie Madrox duplicates that aren’t evil.
The issue ends with “our” Jamie and his four superpowered doubles taking the fight to the evil duplicates until one of them blows up and they have to retreat.
The Goods
By far, Rosenberg‘s creative spin on Multiple Man and his zany time travel story beat are the driving force behind the allure of this series. The witty dialogue and creative take on Jamie’s multiples is fantastic. How do the four multiples have super abilities? How far in the future did they all travel from? These questions weren’t answered YET but I have no doubt Rosenberg I’ll give readers the answers to these questions and more by the end of the issue.
Some may argue that it seems silly to think Multiple Man could take over the world. I don’t think it’s any more of a stretch than any other hero taking over the world. If someone could make endless copies of themselves, it only makes sense that they could literally create an army to take over the world as we know it. And, that army could be led to the slaughter each day without blinking an eye.
But even if readers don’t think this story is “plausible”, Rosenberg has certainly made it humorous! Jamie’s annoying interactions with himself are what truly make me want to come back for more.
The Art
Andy MacDonald’s art is totally fine. It’s clear and easy to follow. Readers can distinguish between characters well and MacDonald’s choice of emphasis per panel is spot on. However, Tamra Bonvillain’s color choices come off a bit flat and dual throughout the issue. Maybe that’s why I’m not a huge fan of the art? Overall, MacDonald’s art just doesn’t grab my attention and it’s just not overly dynamic. That said: the art was still enjoyable and didn’t take anything away from the story.
Should you buy this issue?
I will answer this question with another: do you like stories that are kind of nuts, a little insane, and may not have the big reveal to piece everything together until the end? If so, then this is totally for you! Rosenberg’s humor, and clever dialogue make this issue so much fun to read. You’ll laugh throughout half the issue and be confused throughout the other half… but I’m a good way.
Rosenberg is dealing with time travel and a character that’s been dead for a year. This is hard territory to navigate but he’s doing it with humor, style, and crazy-fun storytelling. I can’t wait to see what Rosenberg’s got for us next. Speaking of crazy-fun; see who wrote himself into the future! Or, should we thank MacDonald for that one?
Should you add this to your pull list?
2 issues in and all I want is more. Sure, I have a ton of questions that I want answered BUT if you’ve ever read anything by Rosenberg, you’d know he closes up his issues. I have no doubt he’ll answer all these dangling questions. His reveals just take time. The series is only 5 issues long so we got 3 to go. This adventure is far from over. Get the first issue, grab this one, and add this puppy to your pull list. You can thank me later.
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