If someone’s acquainted with me, they’d recognize my fondness for Disney. I’m quite passionate about it, from the Disney Renaissance films to the CGI movies of the 2010s. However, you might be curious to know what else Disney is audacious enough to do? They aren’t afraid to delve into the grim and today, we’re going to discuss instances where Disney ventured into those darker territories.
No Way Home,” the latest live-action Spider-Man film, continues to astound for numerous reasons. It wrapped up Tom Holland’s MCU Spider-Man trilogy while also launching him onto a fresh journey. It brought back Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield, who were instrumental in shaping the franchise, and even provided closure for Garfield regarding one of the most poignant moments from any Spider-Man movie. For these, among other reasons, I consider “Spider-Man: No Way Home” as one of the top live-action Spidey films, and it will always hold a special place in my heart.
In recent times, the superhero genre remains a significant influence on popular culture. Meanwhile, the DC Universe (now accessible with a Max subscription) is experiencing a shift following the conclusion of the DCEU with “Aquaman 2”. The new era of DC will kick off with James Gunn’s Superman film, and there are numerous intriguing DC movies and series on the horizon, including the “Lanterns” television project. Fans have created stunning artwork depicting Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre as Green Lanterns, and they certainly look impressive.
In the Marvel Cinematic Universe series, WandaVision, fans were initially introduced to Billy Maximoff. Yet it was Agatha Harkness who truly established him as a formidable figure. Despite fan theories about his final character, Billy’s storyline on Agatha started as a perplexing teenage adventure. However, episodes 5 and 6 unveiled a shocking revelation about his true identity, paving the way for an impactful future within the MCU.
Universal’s highly anticipated summer blockbuster “Twisters” is set to debut on Peacock, perfect for holiday viewing! Beginning November 15th, the action-packed drama “Twisters,” featuring Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell, Anthony Ramos, and other prominent actors, will be ready to stream on Peacock.