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‘Doctor Strange’ takes viewers on out-of-world experience

By Sean Ray | A&E Editor With gorgeous visuals and an improvement in acting, “Doctor Strange” delivers another win for the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), though with several tropes that are starting to run stale. Dr. Stephen Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) is a skilled but arrogant neurosurgeon with a devil-may-care lifestyle. That is, until he gets involved in a car crash that ruins his ability to … Continue reading ‘Doctor Strange’ takes viewers on out-of-world experience

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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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Summer 2016: season of movie flops

By Sean Ray | A&E Editor Summer 2016 has not been a kind season for Hollywood. While this is normally the time of blockbusters, the big money-makers for movie studios everywhere, flops and disappointments are the name of the game this year around. “[R]ed ink has spilled out from such misses as ‘Alice: Through the Looking Glass,’ ‘Warcraft,’ ‘The Legend of Tarzan’ and ‘Teenage Mutant … Continue reading Summer 2016: season of movie flops

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Getting into comic books: a newbie’s guide

By Sean Ray | a&e editor It’s no secret that comic books are creeping into other media fields. Whether it’s movies like “The Avengers” and “Man of Steel,” or TV shows like “The Walking Dead” and “Daredevil,” comic book adaptations are making big splashes on the silver and small screen. Unfortunately, comic books themselves do not seem to be enjoying the same benefits. Bleedingcool.com, a … Continue reading Getting into comic books: a newbie’s guide

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‘Daredevil’ season 2 punishes competition

By Sean Ray | a&e editor Continuing its previously built trends, the second season of “Daredevil” delivers dark, gritty super heroics while also upping the stakes and introducing new elements into the series’ mythos. After the downfall of Wilson Fisk’s criminal empire, the various gangs of Hell’s Kitchen are competing to take up the reigns as the chief power in the city. However, these gangsters … Continue reading ‘Daredevil’ season 2 punishes competition

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‘Deadpool’ brings humor to superhero films

By Sean Ray | a&e editor After years of waiting and anticipation, the Merc with a Mouth is finally getting his own movie. “Deadpool” opens tomorrow and the film already has a ton of hype behind it. But with so many super hero movies coming out each year, does this one stand out from the pack? The answer is a resounding, over bloody, over crude … Continue reading ‘Deadpool’ brings humor to superhero films

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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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Female Thor isn’t a positive for Marvel

Sean Ray | Student Columnist On July 15 Marvel Comics announced that Thor, one of their biggest characters, would be losing his superpowers, which would be given to an unknown female character. “Thor is the latest in the ever-growing and long list of female-centric titles that continues to invite new readers into the Marvel Universe. Thor will be the eighth title to feature a lead … Continue reading Female Thor isn’t a positive for Marvel

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