May We Quote You?

“The situation, sadly, is that we now have two separate fields: There’s worldwide audiovisual entertainment, and there’s cinema.” – filmmaker Martin Scorsese expanding on recent remarks he made regarding his view of Marvel movies. 

(Image: Martin Scorsese)

Visual Effects Friday: Spider-Man Homecoming

Move over, Tom Holland. Sony Pictures Imageworks creates a big screen superhero minus the actor.

First Impressions

Many recent movie and TV superheroes such as Star-Lord and Rocket Raccoon have actually been around quite awhile in comics. If you’re curious to know when your favorites got their start, check out this handy list from Fun.com featuring the comic book debuts by notable do-gooders.

(Image: Showcase #20 (May 1959) featuring the first appearance of the time traveling Rip Hunter, art by Bob Brown and Ira Schnapp; DC Comics)

Thor: Ragnarok DIY Edition

Hungarian indie filmmaker Ákos Varga takes aim at the God of Thunder and his big green buddy. The film arrives in theaters on November 3.

Earlier CBC coverage of the sweded Avengers: Age of Ultron trailer here.

A Talented Span

Celebrating its 80th anniversary today, the Golden Gate Bridge boasts an on-screen resume that includes Superman: The Movie, Interview with the Vampire, and Big Hero 6. 

(Shout-out: Curbed San Francisco)

Visual Effects Friday: Spider-Man

In honor of the 15th anniversary this week of the release of director Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man, here’s a peek at ADI’s costume test.

Wonder Woman Retro Reboot

A 70’s-inspired mashup.