Science Fiction

‘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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All 15 ‘Star Wars’ Legends Han Solo and Lando Calrissian novels, ranked (Book commentary)

With Disney’s “Solo: A Star Wars Story” about to hit theaters, fans might be interested in digging into the Legends source material. It dates back

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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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