The fact that these unsettling scenes were allowed in animated films – even older ones with tough censorship rules – and have become iconic parts of movie history shows just how powerful animation and storytelling can be.
Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein adapts many of Mary Shelley’s original concepts for the big screen, while also making some smart changes that really enhance the character of the Creature.
These shows are sophisticated and imaginative, allowing the creators more flexibility than they’d have with a typical movie. This freedom lets them connect with fans on a meaningful level and expand the story in a memorable way.
Green Arrow isn’t as well-known as superheroes like Batman and Superman, and the TV show Arrow took some liberties with the character. Because of this, a lot of misunderstandings have developed about Green Arrow and his alter ego, Oliver Queen. Here are five common misconceptions about the hero.
The remake of Silent Hill 2 for the PS5 was a particularly annoying exclusive deal. PlayStation and Konami agreed to keep the game only on PS5 and PC for one year. Last year, the game received widespread acclaim, with many calling it a top title and one of the best remakes ever. While frustrating for Xbox players, the exclusivity was limited to a year, suggesting it would arrive on Xbox around this fall – and it looks like that’s now happening.
While the One Piece anime no longer includes filler arcs, the episodes before the time skip were known for having some excellent ones, and the G-8 Arc is widely considered the best. Even though it wasn’t part of the original story, many fans appreciate how well it captured the spirit of One Piece with a fun adventure immediately following the Straw Hats’ return from Sky Island. It remains one of the most natural and funny arcs in the series, to the point where many viewers feel like it could have been a genuine part of the main storyline.
Even Marvel movies that fans disagree about still have good qualities. For example, Thor: The Dark World features some really funny lines delivered by Loki, and Iron Man 2 successfully introduces Black Widow. Plus, one of the MCU’s most controversial sequels actually has an amazing boss battle – it’s a standout moment that doesn’t get enough credit.
Jennifer Lawrence had a strong streak of successful films, starting with X-Men: First Class, The Hunger Games, and Silver Linings Playbook. While House at the End of the Street earned some money, it wasn’t a critical success. She then starred in another successful run with The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, American Hustle, and X-Men: Days of Future Past, but this was followed by the poorly received film Serena.
That storyline originated from his work on Superman – specifically, “The Truth Revealed.” In it, Superman publicly revealed his secret identity, which sparked a lot of debate among fans. While some enjoyed the change, others strongly disliked it, and it was eventually reversed in 2022. Though not a poorly written story, “The Truth Revealed” is often the first thing people remember from Brian Michael Bendis’s time writing for DC, largely due to the strong reactions it provoked.
The upcoming animated film, Dynamic Duo from 6th & Idaho, will tell the story of Dick Grayson and Jason Todd’s beginnings as Batman’s partners, Robin. The film is being created by Arthur Mintz and Theresa Andersson of New Orleans-based Swaybox, who are a married couple. Mintz will also direct, with Greg Gunn and Matthew Reeves serving as producers through DC Studios and 6th & Idaho.