The first ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ was a fast paced adventure loaded with jokes as the team assembled and skipped across the universe. Vol.2 slowed the pace and over played the jokes, in turn, Chris Pratt’s Star Lord suffered because of this. Filmmaker James Gunn needed to show more and explain less in Vol. 3.
As ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ approaches the crew of the Guardians of the Galaxy will be busy working with the Avengers for the next two years. Look for ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ to hit theaters in May or August of 2020. As for the plot for a third Guardians film, Gunn gave a brief overview of what he’s trying to accomplish.
“It’s been pretty easy. The truth is, the first movie is the first act, the second movie is the second act, and the third movie is the third act so I’m tying a lot of stuff together in the third film. We get a lot of answers on a lot of different things, so doing that in an elegant way takes a little bit of grace and elegance. It’s more challenging in that respect writing the third movie than the second movie,” said Gunn to Collider.
Gunn also said that in his writing process he builds out a treatment for each film, roughly 70 pages with pictures and concepts. From this, he pulls the script together.
‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ will be written and directed by Gunn and should star Bradley Cooper, Chris Pratt, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Zoe Saldana, and Pom Klementieff.
Stay tuned for more news about ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ as we approach 2020.
To say that season 2.0 of ‘Mr. Robot’ didn’t know where to go after season one is understandable. Hopefully, creator, writer, and director Sam Esmail can find his way in season 3.0 and the magic of season one. The show is a quality made drama but viewers are looking for a bigger and better payoff each season and it could be too tough of a task to top season one.
USA Network released the first trailer for season 3.0 Friday afternoon:
About Season 3.0:
MR. ROBOT follows Elliot Alderson, a cyber-security engineer who, along with Mr. Robot and fsociety, starts a revolution to change the world. Picking up immediately following the Season 2 cliffhanger, Season 3 will explore each character’s motivations and the disintegration between Elliot and Mr. Robot.
‘Mr. Robot’ stars Rami Malek, Christian Slater, Portia Doubleday, Carly Chaikin, Martin Wallström, Grace Gummer, Michael Cristofer, Bobby Cannavale, Stephanie Corneliussen and BD Wong.
Why did up and coming streaming service Daisuki recently decide to close up shop? 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.
Friends, Romans, countrymen lend me your ears. I have come to bury Daisuki, not to praise them. After four years, the streaming anime service has announced their plan to close up shop on October 31st, 2017. How could a platform once called “The Netflix of Anime” come to an end? With this edition of Anime Abstract, we will look at why the streaming service will be closing after such a short amount of time in the market.
The Good
Let’s start with what the site had going for it. It started with a small catalog of titles, but they were very well known and popular ones. Puella Magi Madoka Magica, Sword Art Online, and Mobile Suit Gundam SEED were all available as soon as the website launched. The website would later expand to include new shows and would even simulcast titles including the latest series from the Gundam franchise known as Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans. .
The biggest of these simulcast titles was One Punch Man, a series many said was one of the best animes to come out of 2015. The acquisition of one of the most influential series of the year really helped to improve the membership for the site. Unfortunately, this is where the site’s luck came to an end.
What Didn’t Work
The problems which resulted in the sites closure are pretty obvious. For starters the site launched without any brand new series. It had been years since Sword Art Online and Puella Magic Madoka Magica were released and both were already available on Netflix.
The website also suffered from a lack of diversity in its catalog. Despite having access to titles from the founding studios of Aniplex, Sunrise, and Toei Animation, the website seemed to specialize in mecha anime as it featured titles like Heavy Metal L-Gaim, GaoGaiGar: King of the Braves, Aura Battler Dunbine, and several titles from the Gundam franchise. While this genre does have a lot devoted fans, carrying a specific genre of an already niche form of entertainment is not always a recipe for success.
Daisuke also employed special screenings of specific titles but took them down far too quickly. For example, several of the Gundam: The Origin specials were allowed to be on the site but only for a short period of time before they were removed. Most viewers prefer titles not dropping from the site soon after being put on there.
The Biggest Issue
The most glaring problem which resulted in the closing of Daisuki is the stiff competition it faced. Numerous other streaming services exist offering anime and having more resources than Daisuki had. Netflix for example, already a big name with their streaming service also helped to finance the creation of new anime shows. Crunchryoll had the advantage of having an insanely large catalog of titles with them. Amazon created its own channel of anime called Anime Strike allowing their subscribers different titles. In comparison, Daisuki just couldn’t compete and decided to call it quits.
In the end, Daisuki was an underdog which got trampled by groups with more resources, options, and funding. It will be sad to see it go but there are plenty of other anime streaming options available to on the web. Farewell Daisuki and thanks for all the Gundam.
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Warner Bros. and DC Films shocked San Diego Comic-Con and the world when they announced that The Flash movie is officially titled Flashpoint. Fans of the comic-book storyline will be well aware that Flashpoint has a significant influence on the DC Universe, and features an extensive collection of DC characters, including Wonder Woman.
According to Forbes, Gal Gadot will reprise her role as Diana Prince aka. Wonder Woman in the Flashpoint movie, which won’t come as a massive surprise to most fans. The original storyline heavily features the larger DC Universe, with the majority of DC’s most successful characters popping up. In fact, it wouldn’t be a surprise to learn that Aquaman, Cyborg and more Justice League heroes were set to appear in the Flashpoint movie.
The article also states that Warner Bros. has scheduled Flashpoint for a 2020 release, which gives many fans hope that the project has found its feet. In many ways, it looks like The Flash movie is finally moving forward and in a good direction. It’s no secret that the film had a difficult time in development hell, but with a new script and Wonder Woman’s inclusion, things are starting to look up.
It’s worth noting that this report hasn’t been confirmed by Warner Bros. and should currently be regarded as a rumour. Hopefully, as The Flash movie develops, we’ll hear about more additions to the cast.
Do you want to see Wonder Woman in the Flashpoint movie? Let us know in the comments section below!
Mark Waid and Mike Del Mundo take a break from their stellar Avengers run to tell a story about Secret Empire‘s Hydra Avengers.
***SPOILERS LIE AHEAD***
Taking a break from your regularly scheduled Avengers fun, issue #10 focuses solely on Captain Hydra’s goon squad. While investigating a disturbance with the planetary shield around Earth, the team finds a giant squid monster and destroys it.
This is an instance where halting the ongoing series for a tie-in was intrusive. Secret Empire has been mostly great, and so has Waid’s run on Avengers. What this ends up being is a forced distraction from something that was really clicking.
Del Mundo has been doing wonderful work on the title, this issue was a step back. His art style didn’t take to certain characters as well as the regular cast. Odinson and Octavius were particularly jarring. The whole issue just seems rushed for Del Mundo’s standards.
Vision is unaffected, he still sings in Del Mundo’s art and is the most compelling of the team from a narrative standpoint. That comes as no surprise to those who have been reading the series already.
Deadpool also looks great despite every bit of dialogue being overly irritating. It’s satisfying how unbearable Ock finds Wade, but not worth the eye-roll inducing dialogue.
I’m no Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice apologist, but how many unfunny jokes can Marvel writers make about “Martha”?
It’s worth noting that through all the appearances this team of Hydra Avengers has made throughout the event, nobody has found anything for Black Ant to do. It makes me wonder why he’s even on the team. Even when he utilizes his one skill, shrinking inside the enemy, he proves to be utterly useless.
For the most part, Secret Empire tie-ins have been surprisingly enjoyable and relevant. The biggest problem with this one is the same issue plaguing the other lackluster issues. Tie-in issues need to progress the story in the background, not continuously go to the beginning and show more about a planetary shield.
At least this is a quick read. I imagine the creative team wanted to get through it as fast as readers will. It’s a shame sometimes when creators are forced to shove an event into their book that was otherwise great. Hopefully this issue doesn’t defer people from reading the rest of Avengers.
Empire Magazine has revealed the subscriber-only cover for September 2017, and it features an aesthetically pleasing look at Thor and Hela from Thor: Ragnarok.
“Thor’s world is about to explode in Marvel’s Thor: Ragnarok. His devious brother, Loki, has taken over Asgard, the powerful Hela has emerged to steal the throne for herself and Thor is imprisoned on the other side of the universe. To escape captivity and save his home from imminent destruction, Thor must first win a deadly alien contest by defeating his former ally and fellow Avengers… The Incredible Hulk!”
Featuring Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Mark Ruffalo as Hulk, Cate Blanchett as Hela, Tessa Thompson as Valkyrie, Tomm Hiddleston as Loki, Benedict Cumberbatch as Doctor Strange, Karl Urban as Skurge, Anthony Hopkins as Odin, Idris Elba as Heimdall, and Jeff Goldblum as The Grandmaster, Thor: Ragnarok is directed by Taika Waititi and will hit theaters on November 3.
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The hits keep on coming with Gerry Duggan and his rotating team of artists. All-New Guardians Of The Galaxy #7 came out this week and reveals why Drax has become a pacifist.
***SPOILERS LIE AHEAD***
All-New Guardians Of The Galaxy has easily been of the best Marvel titles since the recent relaunch. Following Brian Michael Bendis’ underwhelming run with the team, Duggan came in and knocked it out of the park immediately.
One of the things that was different from the start was Drax and his new life as a pacifist. “The Destroyer” has sheathed his famous death blades. All-New GOTG #7 sees Drax bear his soul and reveal to Gamora the reason behind this decision.
Greg Smallwood, from the recent Moon Knight masterpiece with Jeff Lemire, provides the art this time. His efforts here need to earn him more cosmic Marvel work. Not only his pencils, but his coloring as well is astronomically pleasing.
Guardians has been one of the only current titles to rotate artists without severely hurting itself. Every artist seems to be handed the appropriate script that matches their style. It’s impressive and appreciated.
This is a very different, but still effective, characterization of Drax. Seeing him open up to his teammate, and what the story entails, adds more depth to him than ever before. Duggan’a run is still not on the level of Abnett/Lanning, but he’s also trying and succeeding in doing something different. This is damn good Guardians.
Even though this iteration of the team is still emulating the vibe of the movies, Duggan refused to let Drax become a one-note character. He’s been taking his time and getting intimate with the members of the team one at a time, deepening the reader’s connection with each of them.
Having this delicate story unfold and tying it into Gamora’s similar issue and arc by the end was a nice touch. The trajectory this plot is on promises to be classic cosmic goodness!
Duggan has the ability with GOTG to deliver an emotionally fulfilling experience. He exposes the heart of these heroes that’s hiding underneath the rough exterior, sprinkling in well executed and perfectly timed jokes. The humor hits hard in this issue because it’s tasteful and strikes when you least expect it.
Marvel has something special with these characters again, they need to make sure they don’t lose it again. Where else could you get what is probably the greatest panel in Guardians Of The Galaxy comic book history?
The time has come for more Voltron: Legendary Defender. The adventure continues for the Voltron Paladins with their never ending quest to take down the Galra empire. Fans have been waiting with baited breath after the second season finale and the wait is finally over. How does this season compare with others?
Picking up some time after the battle with Zarkon, the Paladins are working towards helping take back the Universe from the Galran empire, one planet at at time. Unfortunately the are opposed by Zarkon’s son, Prince Lotor, who seems to be much more cunning and devious with his plans than his father. Throughout the season, Lotor finds ways to lure the team into traps which they barely escape and finding ways to use them for his own advantage. Will the team succeed and what of their missing leader, Shiro?
If the second season of the show made everyone think the series was on the precipice of ending, the goal of season three was to show how much more story there is to tell. The concept of their being alternative realities is introduced in a successful manner. It isn’t too outside of the ballpark of what has been shown so far, as the series has utilized the idea of space travel through wormholes and finds a way to tie it all back into the mystery and mythology surrounding Voltron. The season also features return of a character from the original show who many probably thought would never appear.
The shorter length of the season is noticeable. Yes, it was creator’s intent to have shorter seasons so content can come with a diminished wait but it does feel like half a season. To this end a lot of plot elements are introduced but not fully flushed out. The residents of the Galaxy being unable to accept the Blade of Mamora because they are Galra. The backstories behind Lotor’s Generals, other than the fact they are all female and seem formidable in battle. The development of Keith and his role as a leader is introduced but shows he has long way to go to match his original counterpart. He is still quick to anger and constantly comparing himself to Shiro. All of these elements help to showcase just how much more story is left to tell in the series.
The production behind the show hasn’t decreased a bit. The art is on point and offering some great visual moments through the season. The episode The Legend Begins is of particular note by showing the origin of Voltron and the history behind the original Paladins. The music is uplifting as always as well. A piece which really stuck out was the background sound of The Journey as it helped to convey a sense of isolation and loneliness.
Overall this is a good season with plethora of great moments and revelations are explored. It doesn’t end on a massive cliffhanger like the previous seasons have which is would have been better as the wait for new content is shorter. Still, it does show there is a lot to look forward to and isn’t without a perfect episode (The Journey). It is an entertaining season of Voltron: Legendary Defender but not the best presented so far.
Netflix wants all the content! The streaming service just grabbed Spike Lee for a 10-episode series update of his 1986 film ‘She’s Gotta Have It.’
The first production photo hit the internet Friday.
About ‘She’s Gotta Have It’ The seriously sexy comedy stars breakout actress DeWanda Wise as Nola Darling, an uncompromising woman in her late twenties struggling to define herself and divide her time among her Friends, her Job and her Three Lovers: The Cultured Model, Greer Childs, The Protective Investment Banker, Jamie Overstreet and Da Original B-Boy Sneakerhead, Mars Blackmon. Nola is not who you want her to be. Nola is now—she is outspoken, complicated, progressive, unapologetic, passionate, sexual..
Netflix series trailer.
Original trailer from 1986. Lee shot the entire film in 12 days during the long hot summer of 1986.
Lee directs all 10 episodes, this is his first television series. ‘She’s Gotta Have It’ stars DeWanda Wise, Margot Bingham, Chyna Layne, Elise Hudson, Cleo Anthony, Lyriq Bent, and Anthony Ramos.
The series hits Netflix on Thanksgiving, November 23, just in time for a family conversation.
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YouTube Red announced Friday the streaming service has ordered 10-episode of ‘Cobra Kai,’ a comedic follow-up to the ‘Karate Kid’ which stars Ralph Macchio and William ‘Billy’ Zabka.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, YouTube Red out bid Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, and AMC for the series.
About ‘Cobra Kai’ Set to bow in 2018, is set 30 years after the events of the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament and revolves around a down and out Johnny who, seeking redemption, reopens the infamous Cobra Kai dojo. It reignites his rivalry with a now-successful Daniel, who has been struggling to maintain balance in his life without the guidance of his mentor, Mr. Miyagi (the late Pat Morita). The half-hour comedy follows the duo addressing demons from their past and present frustrations — through (what else?) karate.
No word on if Elizabeth Shue or Robyn Lively will be involved in the series.
Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz, and Hayden Schlossberg are working on the script for the show.
With multi studios bidding on this series, it has to be a hit. Right? Comment below.
