‘Iron Fist’ maintains quality, but fails to make impact

By Sean Ray | A&E Editor The final series before the much hyped grand crossover, “The Defenders,” “Iron Fist” brings some much needed levity to the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s TV spectrum. While not exploring as deep of themes as its predecessors, “Iron Fist” does better encapsulate the feel of the comic book superhero than its contemporaries. The show follows Danny Rand (Finn Jones), a rich … Continue reading ‘Iron Fist’ maintains quality, but fails to make impact

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‘Luke Cage’ tackles criminals and modern racial tension

By Sean Ray | A&E Editor The third show in Marvel’s “Defenders” series, “Luke Cage” takes a surprisingly deep and compelling look into the experiences of African Americans in modern day America while also providing enough super-heroic fun to get behind. “Luke Cage” follows, well, Luke Cage (Mike Colter), a man with super strength and bulletproof skin. After the destruction of his bar in Marvel’s … Continue reading ‘Luke Cage’ tackles criminals and modern racial tension

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‘Jessica Jones’ faces mature subject with super heroics

By Sean Ray | a&e editor Based on the comic book “Alias,” written by Brian Michael Bendis and drawn by Michael Gaydos, “Jessica Jones” is the second entry in the Marvel Netflix series leading up to the crossover, “Defenders.” Following up on “Daredevil,” the show tries to replicate the success its predecessor had to mixed results. The show follows the titular character, played by Krysten … Continue reading ‘Jessica Jones’ faces mature subject with super heroics

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