The Reel World

The Superhero Pantheon: Invincible (Season One)

Jerome and Brian take a look at the first season of Amazon Prime’s Invincible. They discuss the shocking twist at the end of the first episode (SPOILERS) and the narrative of what it means to be both a hero and a human being.

Jerome reads off the incredible cast list (takes about two minutes) and they decide what works and what doesn’t about Robert Kirkman’s entry into the superhero genre.

There’s Always Another Podcast: Episode 4

Jerome and Kevin are back to discuss the final season of Halt and Catch Fire and what a season it is. They discuss the shocking character development and how the show evolved all of the characters. They also make Simpsons references and have a lot of deviations along the way because it’s a three hour podcast.

Search for Justice – 4 Takeaways from Justice League: War

I will be checking out these Justice League animated movies as much as possible. I will be using the same four questions I use here to assess each film. Continue reading Search for Justice – 4 Takeaways from Justice League: War

Marvel Mondays – The Falcon and the Winter Soldier: Series Review

The MCU’s second foray into television had its moments, but was overall a massive step down from the strong debut of WandaVision, with glaring issues with the structure, writing, and villains.

The Matt Signal – Episode 83: Make ‘Em Laugh

Plot summary: A trio of TV comedians inexplicably don costumes and commit crimes one year after humiliating The Joker.

The Matt Signal – Episode 82: Lock-Up

Plot summary: Arkham’s disgraced chief of security is frustrated by Gotham’s ineffectual criminal justice system so takes matters into his own hands.

The Superhero Pantheon – Limited Edition: The Falcon and the Winter Soldier

Jerome and Brian review another Marvel Disney Plus show, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Did the show meet the high standard established by Wandavision? Did the show justify its existence as a six hour television show? Find out about two very different opinions on a show that has gotten some very mixed reviews.

Search for Justice – 4 Takeaways from Justice League Adventures: Trapped in Time

I will be checking out these Justice League animated movies as much as possible. I will be using the same four questions I use here to assess each film.
Continue reading Search for Justice – 4 Takeaways from Justice League Adventures: Trapped in Time

Marvel Mondays – The Falcon and the Winter Soldier: Episode 6

Plot summary: Sam at last accepts the mantle of Captain America as all parties converge on the GRC vote in New York.

The Matt Signal – Episode 81: Harley’s Holiday

Plot summary: A newly rehabilitated Harley Quinn panics after a misunderstanding with a security guard and accidentally kidnaps Bruce Wayne’s girlfriend.