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Strip Talk #26: The DC universe could learn some lessons from Marvel

Posted on June 1, 2019 by Administrator

The DC Universe is at a crossroads I guess you could say. While the Marvel Cinematic Universe has enjoyed unparalleled success, the DCU has all but died an ignominious death. Suicide Squad: flop. Batman vs. Superman: flop. Superman: flop. Justice … Continue reading →

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Anime Lounge #16: Kaichou wa Maid Sama Ep. 13-26

Posted on June 1, 2019 by Administrator

Kaicho wa Maid Sama wraps up love saga Series: Kaichou wa Maid Sama Episodes: 13 to 26 Premise: Misaki Ayuzawa is the student council president at a formerly all-boys high school. She also works at a maid cafe on the … Continue reading →

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Otaku Corner: Tokyo Tribes Vol. 2

Posted on July 7, 2018 by Administrator

Tokyo prepares for all-out gang warfare in Tribes Volume 2 In a previous Otaku Corner column, I reviewed the first volume of the manga series “Tokyo Tribes.” Tokyo Tribes is the first manga series I’ve read that perfectly combines Japanese … Continue reading →

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Strip Talk #25: Black Panther film is needed, necessary now

Posted on July 7, 2018 by Administrator

Needed. Necessary. Now. Black Panther’s release was all of this and more in a time when melanated super heroes on the big screen are far and few in between. Why was the ensemble tale so necessary? While little children can … Continue reading →

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Property review: 300: Rise of an Empire

Posted on July 7, 2018 by Administrator

300: Rise of an Empire Warner Bros., 2014 300: Rise of an Empire late but bold enough to make impact The first movie in the possible pantheon of tales about the valiant Spartans who died at the Battle of Thermopylae … Continue reading →

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Marvel character highlight #23: Pyslocke

Posted on July 7, 2018 by Administrator

Name: Elizabeth Braddock Alias: Betsy, Betts, Kwannon, Lady Mandarin, Captain Britain, Lady Briton, Death Affiliation: X-Men, Captain Britain Corps, X-Force, S.T.R.I.K.E., Extinction Team, the Mandarin, Sisterhood of Mutants, Exiles, Hand, Hellfire Club, Horsemen of the Apocalypse, X.S.E. Special abilities: Psylocke … Continue reading →

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Top 5 on The Strip: Batman versions

Posted on July 7, 2018 by Administrator

1. Batman (Earth Two version): This version of Bruce Wayne settles down with Selina Kyle and has a daughter, Helena Wayne, who becomes Huntress. Eventually, Bruce becomes police commissioner. After a one last adventure as Batman, he is killed in … Continue reading →

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Anime Lounge #15: Yuri on Ice!!

Posted on July 7, 2018 by Administrator

Get ready to skate Episodes: 1 to 12 (all) Premise: Professional figure skater Yuri Katsuki is in a career slump, suffering his worst defeat during the Grand Prix. Yuri’s confidence has hit rock bottom and he’s thinking of giving up … Continue reading →

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Top 5 on The Strip: Animated superhero cartoons

Posted on February 18, 2017 by Administrator

1. Batman: The Animated Series The standard bearer for modern superhero cartoons, Batman: The Animated Series was gritty, dark and fresh off the success of Batman Returns. It’s well-drawn with a neat art deco style and the voice acting set … Continue reading →

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Property review: Captain America: Civil War

Posted on February 18, 2017 by Administrator

Captain America: Civil War Marvel Studios, 2016 A civil war worth fighting No, this isn’t the “Late Unpleasantness,” but Captain America: Civil War is a bitter battle waged between brothers in arms. And it’s a fascinating look at that battle … Continue reading →

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