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When new fans were introduced to Spider-Man in 2002 with Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man, they were quickly introduced to Mary Jane Watson, or MJ as Peter liked to call her. In the movie, Mary Jane was Peter’s neighbor, living with an abusive father. The movie portrayed her as a gorgeous redhead with a passion for theater. … Read more
If you have read a Spider-Man comic or watched any version of the Spider-Man movies of the past couple decades, then you have heard about the Daily Bugle. Since I have written a few posts about Spider-Man, I thought it would be good to take some time with a central part of Peter Parker’s life. … Read more
I recently wrote about Marvel Comics introduction of Thor here. If you’ve ever thumbed through a comic book or spent a Saturday at the movies, chances are you’ve crossed paths with Thor, Marvel’s God of Thunder. As I detailed in my earlier post Thor’s is a story with roots that reach back to ancient Norse … Read more
I’m going to unpack the tangled web of adversaries that have challenged Spider-Man over the years. This isn’t just about a list of bad guys; it’s also about the compelling narratives they bring to the Spider-Verse. You’re going to find out about Spider-Man’s top villains, but we’re also going to dig into the essence of … Read more
Thor Odinson thundered into the pantheon of superheroes with a legendary entrance in Journey into Mystery #83 back in 1962. This wasn’t just any debut; it marked the arrival of a character who would become a cornerstone of the Marvel Universe. The brains behind this bold new figure were none other than artist Jack Kirby, … Read more
Marvel comic book crossovers are not just sprawling narratives that bring together a multitude of characters; they’re cultural landmarks that redefine what it means to tell a superhero story. At the core, these events are about exploring new facets of characters we think we know, throwing them into scenarios where their ideologies and loyalties are … Read more
When you mention Spider-Man, chances are you’ll conjure images of him swinging between skyscrapers, battling nefarious villains, or that unforgettable upside-down kiss with Mary Jane Watson. It’s a scene etched in the memory of every Spider-Man movie fan. But, if we peel back the layers of Spider-Man’s, aka Peter Parker’s, life, you’ll find a tapestry … Read more
I’m going to let you in on what makes Spider-Man stand out in the pantheon of superheroes. At his core, Spider-Man, or Peter Parker, is your average individual handed extraordinary abilities. Before he was swinging between skyscrapers and taking down villains, Peter was just another high school student dealing with mundane problems. This origin story … Read more
Marvel Studios’ Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3 opened in U.S. theaters on May 3, 2023, to mixed reviews. By mixed, I mean the professional reviews hated it, while movie-goers tended to enjoy the adventure. Most of my friends that saw it thought it was a fun ride; maybe not the best GotG movie, but … Read more
Throughout Marvel’s Cinematic Universe’s Infinity Saga movies, Thanos was persistently searching for the powerful Infinity Stones, leaving death and destruction in his path, he ultimately collected all 6 stones, placing them in his Infinity Gauntlet as he acquired them. The Infinity Gauntlet was one of the most powerful tools in the Marvel universe, forged unwillingly … Read more