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Sequential Scholars @sequentialscholars.bsky.social · Jul 27

Just in time for our FF unit, Anna and I (mostly Anna, to be fair) teamed up to write a history and context article on the FF for @theconversation.com. Enjoy! theconversation.com/how-marvels-...

How Marvel’s Fantastic Four discovered the human in the superhuman

A look at the Fantastic Four in comics from their 1961 debut onwards shows how the the Marvel universe originated from the Four.

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🦃Brendan Agnew🏳️‍🌈 @blcagnew.bsky.social · Jul 6

Do we still need stories about an aspirational immigrant who's so devoted to his adopted country that he regularly puts himself in danger to help even those who fear and distrust him, and who's primary antagonist is an egotistical tech billionaire?

Yes, fucking obviously. You numpties.

Financial Times @financialtimes.com · Jul 5

Do we still need Superman? https://on.ft.com/4nuyCJz

Do we still need Superman?

The world may be crying out for a saviour, but a movie reboot centred on this sunniest of heroes may be a hard sell

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Dave Itzkoff @ditzkoff.bsky.social · May 25

RIP, Peter David

the maestro and the hulk: "Doctor Banner, I presume."

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Aaron Meyers @aaronmeyers.bsky.social · May 25

Rest well Peter David. You shaped comics for so many of us. You will be greatly missed.

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Darren Mooney @darrenmooney.bsky.social · May 25

Ah Jesus. Deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Peter David. One of the greats.

A lot of people are going to (very rightly) call attention to his work on the Hulk, which was character-defining.

But I'd also draw attention to his "Spider-Man", "X-Factor" and "Aquaman" runs.

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Star Wars Holocron @swholocron.bsky.social · May 14

ANDOR is a stunning achievement (not just for Star Wars, but film/television in general). Tony Gilroy, Diego Luna, and company have crafted the definitive commentary on modern society and politics. The best Star Wars show of all time.

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DC @dc.com · May 14

Your choices, your actions, that’s what makes you who you are. #Superman - Only In Theaters and Imax July 11.

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Culture Crave 🍿 @culturecrave.co · May 14

First trailer for #Ironheart

3 episodes premiere June 24 on Disney+

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Darren Mooney @darrenmooney.bsky.social · Apr 29

Quite enjoyed #Thunderbolts.

It is a little too “jokey”, and needs a stronger second act, but it’s a clever interrogation and exploration of “superhero fatigue”, using it as a springboard to tackle millennial existential ennui and the collapse of American self-image.

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Comic Book Couples Counseling @cbccpodcast.bsky.social · Apr 25

For the 1st time "the comics side & the studio side have worked together on a comic set in the world of a specific MCU movie."

Out July 2nd, this one shot is written by Matt Fraction & illustrated by Mark Buckingham. The cover is by Phil Noto & homages Jack Kirby.

Deadline🔗🧵

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Darren Mooney @darrenmooney.bsky.social · Apr 19

#Andor Season Two is phenomenal.

“Andor” is the best franchise television show since “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.” It is easily one of the three best “Star Wars” things ever.

The second season is thoughtful, methodical, ambitious, literate. The best thing I’ve seen on TV this year.

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Darren Mooney @darrenmooney.bsky.social · Apr 19

I don’t really miss the grind of doing weekly episodic reviews or recaps, but every once in a while a show comes along that you’d love to get to write about weekly. Where it feels like there is that much going on.

I’d love to write twelve pieces on the second season of #Andor.

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Darren Mooney @darrenmooney.bsky.social · Apr 15

“Your money has blood on it.”
“All money has blood on it.”

#Sinners is sublime. Virtuoso pop crowdpleasing cinema with a delightful cast, a playful sensibility and rich atmosphere.

It’s a film about art, commerce, ownership and the deals with the devil artists navigate. A great time at the cinema.

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Richard Newby @richardlnewby.bsky.social · Apr 18

Woooo!! New American classic right there. This is gospel. About 4 different sequences that had me thinking career-best from Coogler. Superb on all fronts. Exquisite cast but Miles Caton blew me away. Ludwig - I can only bow down. 🎶Thematically resonant and fun as hell. #Sinners

Richard Newby @richardlnewby.bsky.social · Apr 17

Drumroll 🥁 Pyrotechnics 🧨 Fire 🔥

Bring out the band: 🎺🎻🪕🎷

Now watching: Sinners (2025) Dir. Ryan Coogler

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Ryan North @ryannorth.ca · Apr 17

Fantastic Four trailer! FANTASTIC FOUR TRAILER!!!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAsm...

The Fantastic Four: First Steps | Official Trailer | Only in Theaters July 25

YouTube video by Marvel Entertainment

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Entertainment Weekly @ew.com · Apr 10

Marvel’s First Family, the group that kicked off the modern age of superheroes, is finally taking their “first steps” into the MCU! Read our latest cover story to prepare for #TheFantasticFour to (re)launch into theaters. bit.ly/3E0z4xm

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ComicsXF @comicsxf.com · Apr 10

Al Ewing's Immortal Thor will end with July's issue #25, setting the stage for a new volume, also by Ewing, later this year, per Marvel. (Cover by Alex Ross)

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Ben’s Thought Bubbles @bensthoughtbubbles.bsky.social · Apr 2

All-timer of an #ImmortalThor today…they’re trapped in a maze and a magical being introduces the gimmick of a coin flip as to whether they (and you, the reader) progress further or go back a page to start it again. @al-ewing.bsky.social does it again, this had to be an insane issue to write!

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Dumb Beezie @dumbbeezie.bsky.social · Apr 2

RIP Doc, Iceman, Batman 😭

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Casey Explosion @caseyexplosion.bsky.social · Apr 2

RIP Val Kilmer, one of the greatest to ever do it, a thoroughly irreplaceable charismatic actor

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Alt: Val Kilmer as Doc Holiday in Tombstone twirling a pewter mug mocking Johnny Ringo's gun twirling

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DiscussingFilm @discussingfilm.net · Mar 31

‘COYOTE VS ACME’ has been officially saved by Ketchup Entertainment, who bought the film for $50M

They plan to give the film a worldwide theatrical release in 2026.

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James Gunn @jamesgunn.bsky.social · Mar 30

For over 85 years, one signal has illuminated Gotham City’s sky. Today is for Batman!

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David Mack @david-mack.bsky.social · Mar 27

My new poster art for Marvel Television's #DaredevilBornAgain now streaming on @disneyplusbr.bsky.social
"Painting The Town Red"

Hope you are loving my art/murals in the show!
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See you at @WonderCon!
DC @AwesomeCon April
Italy in May! @lakecomocon

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Ryan North @ryannorth.ca · Mar 19

Hi friends, some personal news: unfortunately my run on Fantastic Four is ending with issue #33 in June...

...and then starting again with a new Fantastic Four #1 in July, with Humberto Ramos on art!! He is doing INSANE THINGS that you are going to LOVE

www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie...

Marvel Unveils Time Traveling Next Chapter for ‘Fantastic Four’

Writer Ryan North and artist Humberto Ramos are sending Marvel's first family back in time.

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Luciano Vecchio @SDCCMalaga E17 @lucianovecchio.bsky.social · Mar 21

This year, for Marvel United: A Pride Special I felt the urge to homage the cover of Captain America Comics #1 by Jack Kirby and Joe Simon, to invoke and remember the inspiring fascist-punching roots of the superhero genre.

Out in June from Marvel Comics

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