Wanda Maximoff has had a rough go of it lately. Not even touching on her traumatic uprising in Sokovia, she recently had her husband killed in front of her twice over and lost fictional children who had become a reality in her mind. So, it’s not all too surprising to see how her turn in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness ended up being so dark. She straight up slaughtered the entire Illuminati....
Joaquin Phoenix and director Todd Phillips changed the game in the superhero movie world with their work on Joker, which shockingly became a critical and financial hit at the end of 2019. While that film brought a lot to the table for the Clown Prince of Crime, it didn’t include a character who’s almost inseparable from the Joker in most stories: Harley Quinn. The Joker’s “Puddin’” has spent the last few years in a kind of limbo throughout her time in the DC Extended Universe, as Margot Robbie brought the anti-hero into live-action for the first time....
During Loki Episode 5, Thor Variant Throg made his MCU debut. He was seen trapped in a jar a few feet into the dirt of The Void. Originally, Throg was going to make his cameo in Episode 1, but director Kate Herron said “it just wasn’t feeling quite right for what we should be doing in that moment.” Despite the incredibly minor role, Chris Hemsworth, the MCU’s God of Thunder, recorded the voice of the Frog of Thunder....
It was always going to be a tough act to follow after Thanos, arguably one of the best villains in the Marvel Cinematic Universe or movies in general. But, there are plenty of reasons for fans to still fear Kang the Conqueror and how the time-traveling warmonger can be an even bigger threat than the Mad Titan. It was made clear at the most recent Marvel Studios Panel at San Diego Comic-Con that Kang would be the ultimate villain of the Multiverse Saga, culminating in Avengers: The Kang Dynasty and Avengers: Secret Wars....
Since the movie industry came back into prominence in 2021, both Marvel and DC have retaken their places at the top of mainstream media with some of the most popular movies in the game. The Marvel Cinematic Universe has come back with a vengeance after the Infinity Saga, while DC works to rebuild its own popularity through both streaming and theatrical releases. The first half of 2022 has already seen both Marvel and DC movies earn impressive success with their big-screen blockbusters, even outside their efforts on Disney+ and HBO Max, respectively....
They may sound high-tech, but rocket stoves (named for the way air moves through them) are anything but. Designed to increase fuel efficiency without increasing harmful emissions, rocket stoves are helping people become more self-sufficient, slowing climate change, and saving lives in developing countries where fuelwood is scarce and traditional open fires are polluting indoor air. They are ideal not just because of their social and environmental benefits, but also for economic reasons: they’re cheap and easy to build, and they require very little fuel....
While the Coronavirus or COVID-19 continues to spread around the world, it has slowly been affecting the movie industry. As a result, several movies have already been delayed due to the outbreak which include Fast 9, Mulan, Antlers, New Mutants, and The Quiet Place 2. It remains to be seen if it will delay the upcoming release of Black Widow in May. However, this doesn’t mean that COVID-19 has not affected other Marvel Cinematic Universe properties....
Disney’s Investor Day brought an avalanche of announcements about new Star Wars content such as Andor and Rangers of the New Republic, but it seems that Lucasfilm hasn’t forgotten its original heroes. Even though the Skywalker Saga is now complete, R2-D2 and C-3PO still have stories of their own to tell. CONFIRMATION During the company’s four-hour Investor Day Presentation, Lucasfilm announced that Lucasfilm Animation is teaming up with Industrial Light & Magic for A Droid Story....
Warner Bros and DC films are in the finals stages of preparation for one of the biggest virtual events of the summer: DC FanDome. The 24-hour live-streaming event is set to begin on Saturday, August 22, featuring panels for nearly every major project from DC set to premiere on TV and in theaters over the next few years. The convention is also set to have appearances by over 100 of the biggest names the DC Universe has to offer....
Now that Wonder Woman 1984 is available for the world to see and enjoy, the viewing audience is rapidly sharing their thoughts on the next DC Extended Universe feature. Social media posts from the DCEU fandom have flooded the internet since the movie began its streaming run, and, at this point, nearly all major film critics have had an opportunity to watch the film and share their critiques of Patty Jenkins Gal Gadot’s latest tag-team effort....
From geo-domes in Finland and treehouses in France to safari tents in the Washington woods, these glamorous camping spots promise some wintry wonderland adventure. We are big believers in getting outside, even when the temperature drops and there’s snow on the ground. While straight-up winter camping is awesome, for anyone needing a little luxe in their outdoor life, winter glamping may be just the thing to keep you from hibernating all season....
Most people buy citrus for the fruit or juice and then toss the peels, but there’s a lot going on in those peels that would be a shame to waste; namely, the zest. The zest of lemons, limes, oranges, grapefruits, and all of their cousins is comprised of the colorful part of the peel – it’s the place where the fruit’s aromatic oils live and it is heaven on Earth. While the white part of the peel – the pith – is bitter, the colorful layer above has all the depth of the citrus flavor....
Black Adam featured the Intergang as one of its antagonists, but its third act surprised some fans when it unveiled its real DC villain, Sabbac. And now, it seems that Black Adam’s powerful foe almost looked different based on new concept art. Sabbac was initially hidden throughout Black Adam’s marketing, with the main focus being on the Justice Society of America’s pursuit of the titular anti-hero. Eventually, though, official merchandise from the movie ultimately revealed the design of the DC villain, with an action figure providing the best look yet at Sabbac....
Eagle-eyed fans picked out a couple of MCU Easter eggs in the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever script that harkens back to a couple of classic Marvel Studios films. Black Panther 2 is just about to finish up its run in theaters around the world, as the super-powered sequel introduced the world to the next generation of the Wakandan hero. Since its inception, this Ryan Coogler-directed blockbuster has been in a state of flux....
Q: My office serves catered lunches every day and we use plastic plates and cutlery. I’ve been eating the lunches for years, and yesterday, when I walked out of the conference room where the food is kept, I noticed the overflowing garbage can in the corner stuffed to the gills with plasticware. It got me thinking, is the stuff we use every day for lunch recyclable? A: Wow! Where do you work and are there any openings for snarky advice columnists?...
A bunkie is an Ontario cottage tradition, a separate building without a kitchen where guests can stay if there isn’t enough room in the cottage. Less traditionally, there as been an explosion of interest in sheds, as home offices or studios, since they can often be built without permits if they are less than a specified area, usually about a hundred square feet. The Bunkie is a response to the demand for “a prefabricated space that offers the perfect sanctuary along life’s journey....
As the movie industry grapples with the ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic, distribution avenues continue to undergo major shifts. Companies like Disney and Warner Bros. have both experimented with same-day theatrical and streaming releases, to varying results. Even so, many upcoming films are sticking to a more traditional theatrical release. Black Widow, in particular, has drawn attention for shifting its release date multiple times, hoping to open just as people return to the cineplex....
Almost everybody is calling Michael Green’s T3 building “the largest mass timber building in the US”. It’s not, it’s probably not even close. At 220,000 square feet it is the largest wood building built in this century, and might be the largest built in the last 75 years, but there are hundreds of buildings across North America built like the T3 building, and I suspect many of them are bigger.* (see note at bottom for update)...
The Flash Season 9’s set photos confirmed the debut of Red Death, but it seems that Team Flash is recruiting a familiar DC Arrowverse hero to even the odds. The CW’s unceremonious cancellation of Batwoman Season 4 led many to believe that Javicia Leslie’s heroic journey as Ryan Wilder already came to a close. However, set photos from The Flash Season 9 revealed that Leslie will make a surprising return as a powerful villain in the form of the Red Death....
Half of my family is dairy-intolerant, so for the most part, my family is dairy-free. It took me some time to learn how to keep the creaminess I loved without relying on dairy. Thankfully, there are plenty of natural, unprocessed foods available that make this task easier than you might think. Roasted garlic: Roasting garlic mellows it into a sweeter version of its pungent raw state. Heat and length of time can make anything mellow, and it certainly works wonders with garlic....
