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Fantastic Friday: Headshot

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Mac McEntire

Reading the Fantastic Four comics from the start. The original FF are back together in issue #551, but the shadow of Civil War still hangs over them. Also, time travel! The issue begins with the caption, “Meanwhile, 75 years later…” … Continue reading →

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Tim Burton rewatch – Ed Wood 1994

Posted on November 6, 2023 by Mac McEntire

Tim Burton rewatch! After taking on Gotham City, Halloweentown, and Beetlejuice’s afterlife, Burton’s next film was his strangest setting yet – real life Hollywood, in 1994’s Ed Wood. Here’s what happens: Edward D. Wood Jr. came to Hollywood to make … Continue reading →

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Fantastic Friday: Smashy-smashy

Posted on November 3, 2023 by Mac McEntire

Reading the Fantastic Four comics from the start. The World War Hulk event put the Fantastic Four in the Hulk’s angry crosshairs. I was debating whether to include World War Hulk on this blog, since the FF are supporting characters … Continue reading →

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Tim Burton rewatch – The Nightmare Before Christmas 1993

Posted on October 30, 2023 by Mac McEntire

Tim Burton rewatch! No, Burton didn’t direct The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993). Yes, it’s nonetheless an important stop on his filmography. Here’s what happens: Jack Skellington is the Pumpkin King of Halloweentown, overseeing all of Halloween every year. But now … Continue reading →

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Fantastic Friday: Just a little surgery

Posted on October 27, 2023 by Mac McEntire

Reading the Fantastic Four comics from the start. Issue #550 is the wrap-up (of sorts) of everything the series has been building up to over the last few issues. Can it stick the landing? Recap: After Black Panther and Storm … Continue reading →

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Tim Burton rewatch – Batman Returns 1992

Posted on October 23, 2023 by Mac McEntire

Tim Burton rewatch! After the mega-success of Batman, a hit sequel was assured. For some, Batman Returns (1992) is a bona fide classic. For others, it’s just too dark and weird. Which side are you on? Here’s what happens: It’s … Continue reading →

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Fantastic Friday: Spacetime is the right time

Posted on October 20, 2023 by Mac McEntire

Reading the Fantastic Four comics from the start. We’re still in space in issue #549, as our heroes take on the Frightful Four and… the destruction of the universe? Recap: While Reed and Sue take a leave of absence from … Continue reading →

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Tim Burton rewatch – Edward Scissorhands (1990)

Posted on October 16, 2023 by Mac McEntire

Tim Burton rewatch! After the mega-success of Batman, Burton’s next film was more of a personal film. But one full of outrageous humor, far-out visuals, and a lot of heart. Get out the ambrosia salad, because here’s Edward Scissorhands (1990). … Continue reading →

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Fantastic Friday: The original attack on Titan

Posted on October 13, 2023 by Mac McEntire

Reading the Fantastic Four comics from the start. What to do when you’ve got a new team lineup? Put them up against some classic villains. The Frightful Four are back in issue #548. Recap: After the ever-tumultuous superhero Civil War, … Continue reading →

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Fantastic Friday: The smell of space

Posted on October 6, 2023 by Mac McEntire

Reading the Fantastic Four comics from the start. The new team is back with the old team for some far-out sci-fi in #547. With Black Panther as a member of the team now, his solo series has become another FF … Continue reading →

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