Movies

‘The Cold Bananas Show’ Episode 6: June Movie Preview (Video)

In the June 2018 Movie Preview episode, Michael previews: “Action Point” “Adrift” “Hotel Artemis” “Tag” “The Incredibles 2” (Check out his previews of “Hereditary” and

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‘Ant-Man’ (2015) a small-scale amusement

This blog series chronicles my first viewing of the complete MCU movie saga. I’ll examine each film under various categories that reflect popular discussion points.

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‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’ (2015) a step down for Whedon

This blog series chronicles my first viewing of the complete MCU movie saga. I’ll examine each film under various categories that reflect popular discussion points.

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‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ reviews

John’s “Guardians of the Galaxy” review, johnvhansen.com, Jan. 3, 2015 John’s “Guardians of the Galaxy” flashback review, May 27, 2018

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Colorful settings, characters drive ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ (2014)

This blog series chronicles my first viewing of the complete MCU movie saga. I’ll examine each film under various categories that reflect popular discussion points.

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Marvel One-Shots (2011-14) provide bonus material for fans

During the early part of the MCU, the producers gave us five mini-movies, which were included on home-video releases. Known as “Marvel One-Shots,” as per

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The Force is weak with lackluster ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ (Movie review)

First, some background on some apprehensions I carried with me into the theater when I saw “Solo: A Star Wars Story” last night. My excitement

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‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’ (2014) raises the MCU bar

This blog series chronicles my first viewing of the complete MCU movie saga. I’ll examine each film under various categories that reflect popular discussion points.

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‘Thor: The Dark World’ (2013) mixes comedy, grand drama

This blog series chronicles my first viewing of the complete MCU movie saga. I’ll examine each film under various categories that reflect popular discussion points.

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Black lends his idiosyncratic touch to ‘Iron Man 3’ (2013)

This blog series chronicles my first viewing of the complete MCU movie saga. I’ll examine each film under various categories that reflect popular discussion points.

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