May 11 2012

A Quick Comment About The Avengers

I have more to say about The Avengers, but here’s a quick comment my son wanted me to make. Semi-spoiler alert.

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May 10 2012

Let’s Talk About The Avengers Movie

I know this is, like, days after The Avengers movie opened, but I’ve been talking about it non-stop with everyone I see. And while I am usually the person who brings up the topic, no one has yet said, “No! Please! Anything but that!” So let’s talk about The Avengers, shall we?

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A number of people have asked me what I thought of The Avengers. They know that I am a proud Geek Gold Card member, and I’ve been yakking about this thing for months, if not years. I’ve been told that people enjoy listening to my yakking about superhero movies because I’m really, really into it. (Note: I am also passionate about other topics, and people have been known to enjoy my yakking about those as well.) I’m going to list some of my thoughts about the film here. This isn’t a review per se, but for those of you who haven’t seen it yet — and why haven’t you? — I may reveal plot elements, etc. That’s a spoiler warning for those who worry about such things. And now — Avanti! (That’s my version of ‘Excelsior!’ It’s not as good, but maybe it will catch on in time.) Read more »


May 09 2012

The Amazing Spider-Man Trailer #2

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The second trailer for The Amazing Spider-Man was shown before The Avengers. Looks like this could be a very good summer for fans of comic book movies.


May 04 2012

It’s An Avengers World Now

The Avengers movie is here. Resistance is futile.

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May 02 2012

Watch Animated Thor and Loki on Netflix (Avengers Movie Countdown)

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As we eagerly await the Avengers movie, you can watch animated versions of Thor and Loki on Netflix.

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May 01 2012

Fake Trailer — 1978 Avengers TV Movie (Avengers Movie Countdown)

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This fake trailer for a 1978 Avengers TV movie that never happened is nevertheless worth watching. Hang with it for the full two minutes to see what the fan who made the trailer does with the various characters.

Four words—Paul Lynde as Loki. Oh my goodness! Read more »


Apr 30 2012

Avengers Origins: Assemble! App (Countdown To The Avengers Movie)

Avengers Origins for iPad

Avengers Origins: Assemble! is a universal App for your iPhone or iPad. We haven’t tried it yet but it sounds like fun. Read more »